California Congressional Bills

passed · California · House Nov 15, 2023

HRES 871: Electing a member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

This is a procedural House resolution (HRES 871), not a policy bill. It formally elects Representative Amo to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, specifying he will rank immediately after Representative Crow on that committee. The resolution serves only to assign membership and ranking within an existing committee structure, with no policy changes or direct impact on constituents. It follows standard House procedure for committee appointments.

passed · California · House Nov 14, 2023

HR 6126: Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024

This bill appropriates $14.3 billion in supplemental security funding to Israel following the October 7, 2023 attacks. The funding includes $4 billion for Iron Dome and David's Sling defense systems, $1.35 billion for the Iron Beam defense system development, and $3.5 billion for foreign military financing. The bill requires regular reporting to Congress on security assistance provided to Israel and designates all funds as "emergency requirements" under federal budget law. It also modifies existing laws to facilitate the transfer of defense articles and services to Israel, aiming to strengthen Israel's defense capabilities against rocket threats.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology

Kay Granger (R) · 110 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 14, 2023

HR 3506: To make technical amendments to update statutory references to certain provisions classified to title 7, title 20, and title 43, United States Code, and to correct related technical errors.

HR 3506 is a technical correction bill that updates outdated legal references across multiple U.S. Code titles. It replaces obsolete citations (like "7 U.S.C. 450i") with current references (such as "7 U.S.C. 3157") in over 20 provisions related to agriculture, land management, and education laws. The bill makes no policy changes - it only fixes errors in statutory cross-references to ensure legal documents align with current code versions. This type of bill affects no specific groups or programs but helps maintain accuracy in federal law. It is purely administrative, with no substantive policy impact.

passed · California · House Nov 13, 2023

HRES 848: Encouraging the connecting of members of the Armed Forces in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.

HRES 848 is a symbolic House resolution (not a bill) urging Americans to connect with active-duty service members and veterans to support their transition from military service. It encourages individuals to reach out directly - through conversation and referrals - to help those dealing with mental health challenges, invisible wounds like traumatic brain injury, or isolation. The resolution cites rising suicide rates among active duty personnel (377 in 2020) and veterans (6,261 in 2019) as context for its call to action. It does not create new programs or funding but formally encourages personal engagement to promote access to existing support systems.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · California · Senate Nov 13, 2023

S 41: READ Act Reauthorization Act of 2023

This bill extends the funding period for the READ Act program from five to ten fiscal years. It directly affects the READ Act's implementation, which provides resources for literacy development in early childhood education. The key mechanism is amending the existing law to change the duration of authorized funding, ensuring continued support for literacy initiatives through 2033. This is a procedural reauthorization with no new policy changes.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

passed · California · Senate Nov 9, 2023

SRES 459: A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

SRES 459 is a ceremonial Senate resolution recognizing November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month and the Friday after Thanksgiving as Native American Heritage Day, as specified in the 2009 Native American Heritage Day Act. It does not create new laws or funding but formally acknowledges Native Americans' contributions to U.S. history, culture, and society through "appropriate programs and activities." The resolution highlights historical context, including Native American cultural preservation, military service, and influences on U.S. governance, without imposing obligations on any entity. It directly affects the general public by encouraging observance during November 2023. This is a symbolic gesture, not a policy change.

Brian Schatz (D) · 43 co-sponsors

passed · California · House Nov 7, 2023

HRES 845: Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for promoting false narratives regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and for calling for the destruction of the state of Israel.

This resolution (HRES 845) formally censures Representative Rashida Tlaib (D-MI) for specific statements she made regarding the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel. The resolution cites her October 8 comments falsely linking U.S. aid to the attack, her October 18 defense of a false claim about an Israeli hospital bombing, and her November 3 social media post featuring the phrase "from the river to the sea," which the resolution characterizes as a call for Israel's destruction. As a procedural resolution, it does not enact new policy but serves as a formal House condemnation of her conduct. The censure is directed solely at her statements, not at any legislative action or policy change.

passed · California · House Nov 7, 2023

HR 3774: SHIP Act

The SHIP Act imposes sanctions on foreign entities that knowingly handle Iranian petroleum, targeting those involved in port operations, transportation, refining, or ship-to-ship transfers of Iranian oil. Starting 90 days after enactment, the President must block assets, deny visas, and impose penalties on individuals or companies engaging in these activities, including family members or owners of sanctioned entities. It requires annual reports tracking Iran's oil exports, revenues, and key players like shipping companies and ports. The sanctions terminate if the President certifies Iran has stopped supporting terrorism and dismantled weapons programs.

Michael Lawler (R) · 241 co-sponsors

passed · California · Senate Nov 6, 2023

S 499: Debbie Smith Act of 2023

This bill reauthorizes funding for the DNA Analysis Backlog Elimination Act program, extending the funding period from fiscal years 2019-2024 to 2024-2029. It directly affects law enforcement agencies and crime laboratories that process forensic DNA evidence to reduce backlogs. The key provision updates the timeframe for federal grants that help these agencies conduct DNA testing on unsolved cases. This ensures continued support for analyzing biological evidence in criminal investigations without creating new requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · California · Senate Nov 6, 2023

S 447: ORBITS Act of 2023

The ORBITS Act of 2023 addresses the growing problem of orbital debris (space junk) threatening satellite operations and space exploration. It requires NASA to create a public list of high-risk debris, establish a $150 million demonstration program for debris removal technologies, and update orbital debris mitigation standards every five years. The bill directs federal agencies to collaborate with commercial space entities, academia, and nonprofits to develop and promote standard practices for debris mitigation and space traffic coordination. This legislation directly affects NASA, the Department of Commerce, Department of Defense, and commercial space operators working in Earth's orbit.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

passed · California · House Nov 6, 2023

HR 340: Hamas and Other Palestinian Terrorist Groups International Financing Prevention Act

HR 340, the "Hamas and Other Palestinian Terrorist Groups International Financing Prevention Act," imposes sanctions on foreign individuals, entities, and governments that provide significant financial, material, or transactional support to Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or their affiliates. The bill requires the President to identify those supporting these groups and mandates sanctions including restrictions on exports, defense sales, and financial transactions over $10 million, while exempting humanitarian assistance like medicine and food. It also requires regular reports on foreign countries that host or support these groups' financial networks and mandates actions to disrupt their fundraising and money laundering activities. The legislation terminates after 3 years or if Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad are no longer designated as terrorist organizations under U.S. law.

Brian J. Mast (R) · 31 co-sponsors

passed · California · Senate Nov 2, 2023

SRES 448: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

SRES 448 is a symbolic Senate resolution supporting National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It does not create new laws or programs, but formally commends domestic violence advocates, service providers, and survivors while urging Congress to continue raising awareness and supporting existing victim services. The resolution highlights statistics on domestic violence impacts (e.g., 3 women killed daily by intimate partners) as context for its support, but focuses solely on recognition and continued advocacy. It is a non-binding expression of congressional sentiment, not a policy change.

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