Kentucky Congressional Bills

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 14, 2023

HR 4117: College for All Act of 2023

The College for All Act of 2023 would create a federal-state partnership to eliminate tuition and required fees for eligible students at public community colleges and 4-year institutions. It would provide federal funding to cover tuition costs for students from families earning up to $125,000 annually (or $250,000 for married couples) at public institutions, with states gradually increasing their financial contribution over time. The bill also includes provisions to support historically Black colleges and universities, minority-serving institutions, and expands Pell Grant eligibility to include Dreamers. States would be required to maintain funding levels for higher education and implement specific reforms to improve student outcomes, including transfer pathways and support services.

Topics ✓ Education

Pramila Jayapal (D) · 67 co-sponsors

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 14, 2023

HR 491: Return Home to Housing Act

This bill increases per diem payments for homeless veterans receiving VA services. It raises the daily payment rate from $115 to $200 for certain housing-related services, including emergency responses. The change directly affects homeless veterans who qualify for these VA-funded housing supports. The key provision adjusts the payment rate in Section 2012(a)(2)(B) of the U.S. Code to provide higher funding for services assisting homeless veterans.

Topics ✓ Housing ✓ Veterans

Nikema Williams (D) · 73 co-sponsors

vetoed · Kentucky · House Jun 13, 2023

HJRES 42: Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022.

HJRES 42 is a congressional resolution disapproving the District of Columbia Council's approval of the *Comprehensive Policing and Justice Reform Amendment Act of 2022* (D.C. Act 24-781), which the Council enacted on January 19, 2023. This resolution, introduced by 18 House members on March 9, 2023, formally expresses Congress's objection to the DC law but does not alter the law itself or its implementation in the District. The resolution targets the DC Council’s action under the Home Rule Act, requiring Congress to formally disapprove such local legislation before it takes effect. It affects DC’s local policing policies but does not directly change federal law or impact residents beyond this procedural disapproval.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

Andrew S. Clyde (R) · 19 co-sponsors

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 13, 2023

HRES 501: Honoring the men and women of the Drug Enforcement Administration on the 50th anniversary of the agency.

This resolution (HRES 501) is a symbolic House of Representatives measure commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). It honors DEA employees, including those who died or were injured in service, and recognizes the agency's work over five decades targeting drug trafficking, including synthetic opioids like fentanyl. The resolution contains no new policy or funding changes - it is purely a ceremonial tribute to the DEA's history and workforce.

passed · Kentucky · House Jun 13, 2023

HRES 495: Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 44) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives relating to "Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached 'stabilizing braces'"; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 277) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 288) to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1615) to prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R 1640) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", and for other purposes.

HRES 495 is a procedural resolution that sets rules for the House to debate and vote on five specific bills and resolutions. It enables consideration of: H.J. Res. 44 (disapproving a firearms rule), H.R. 277 (requiring congressional approval for major agency rules), H.R. 288 (clarifying judicial review of agency rules), H.R. 1615 (blocking federal funding for gas stove bans), and H.R. 1640 (stopping an energy efficiency rule for cooking products). The resolution waives most objections and limits debate time to facilitate voting on these items. It does not change policy itself but streamlines the process for the House to address these specific legislative proposals.

Topics ✗ Energy

failed · Kentucky · House Jun 13, 2023

HRES 463: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 277) to amend chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 288) to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the nature of judicial review of agency interpretations of statutory and regulatory provisions; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1615) to prohibit the use of Federal funds to ban gas stoves; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1640) to prohibit the Secretary of Energy from finalizing, implementing, or enforcing the proposed rule titled "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Conventional Cooking Products", and for other purposes.

HRES 463 is a procedural resolution that allows the House of Representatives to debate and vote on four separate bills. It enables consideration of H.R. 277 (requiring congressional approval for major executive branch rules), H.R. 288 (clarifying judicial review of agency interpretations), H.R. 1615 (banning federal funding for gas stove bans), and H.R. 1640 (blocking a specific energy efficiency rule for cooking appliances). The resolution streamlines the process by waiving points of order, limiting debate time, and setting rules for amendments. It does not change policy itself but facilitates the legislative process for these four bills.

Topics ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

in committee · Kentucky · Senate Jun 13, 2023

S 1937: Tanning Tax Repeal Act of 2023

The Tanning Tax Repeal Act of 2023 eliminates a federal excise tax on indoor tanning services that was previously imposed under the Internal Revenue Code. This bill directly affects tanning salons and their customers by removing a 10% tax on indoor tanning services performed after the law's enactment. The key mechanism is amending the tax code to repeal Chapter 49, which contained the tanning tax provision. The repeal takes effect for services provided after the bill becomes law, meaning tanning businesses will no longer collect or pay this specific tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 13, 2023

HR 4055: Opportunity Zones Enhancement Act of 2023

HR 4055, the Opportunity Zones Enhancement Act of 2023, allows banks to exclude up to $5 million (adjusted annually for inflation) of interest income from loans made to businesses operating in designated Opportunity Zones. This tax exclusion directly affects depository institutions (banks) by reducing their taxable income on qualifying loans. The key provision limits the excluded interest to the lesser of $5 million or the bank’s retained earnings for the year, with inflation adjustments starting in 2024. The bill aims to incentivize lending to businesses in economically distressed areas designated as Opportunity Zones.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 12, 2023

HR 4035: Protecting Small Business Information Act of 2023

HR 4035, the Protecting Small Business Information Act of 2023, requires the Treasury Secretary to coordinate the effective dates of all rules under the Corporate Transparency Act. It mandates that all final rules related to beneficial ownership reporting must take effect on the same date, delaying implementation until the Secretary certifies to Congress that all rules are issued and will align on a single effective date. This directly affects small businesses required to report beneficial ownership information under the Corporate Transparency Act. The bill’s key mechanism is creating a unified implementation timeline, preventing staggered rule deadlines that could complicate compliance for small entities. It does not change reporting requirements but ensures a synchronized rollout of the regulations.

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 12, 2023

HR 4036: Accountability through Confirmation Act

HR 4036, the Accountability through Confirmation Act, changes the appointment process for the Director of the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). It requires the President to appoint the Director with Senate confirmation (instead of the Treasury Secretary), sets the Director's pay at Executive Schedule Level IV, and provides a transition period for the current Director until the new appointee is confirmed. This bill directly affects FinCEN leadership by shifting appointment authority to the President and Senate. The key change is the requirement for Senate confirmation of the FinCEN Director, altering the current process.

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 9, 2023

HR 3970: LGBTQI+ Data Inclusion Act

This bill requires federal agencies collecting demographic survey data to begin including questions on sexual orientation, gender identity, and variations in sex characteristics (intersex traits) within 360 days of enactment. Agencies must review existing surveys to identify gaps, develop privacy-protective methods for collecting this data (including anonymization and data destruction protocols), and incorporate it into relevant reports within three years. The law applies to all federal surveys that collect standard demographic data (like race, ethnicity, and age), such as the census or health surveys, but does not compel individuals to disclose their status. It emphasizes maintaining confidentiality, allows limited agency waivers if standards can't be met, and mandates a congressional report on implementation within two years.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Kentucky · House Jun 9, 2023

HR 3973: Judicial Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act of 2023

HR 3973, the Judicial Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act of 2023, establishes new ethics rules for federal judges and justices. The bill prohibits judges from owning stocks, commercial real estate, business interests, and certain trusts, while creating a Federal Employee Investment Account for permitted investments. It requires judges to disclose potential conflicts of interest, restricts privately funded judicial education events, and creates a Supreme Court Complaints Review Committee to handle complaints against justices. The bill aims to increase transparency and reduce conflicts of interest for federal judges and justices.

Pramila Jayapal (D) · 43 co-sponsors

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