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in committee · Kentucky · House Sep 3, 2024

HRES 1420: Disapproving the rule submitted by the Secretary of Homeland Security relating to "Notice of implementation of the Keeping Families Together process.".

HRES 1420 is a disapproval resolution that stops a rule issued by the Department of Homeland Security regarding the "Keeping Families Together process." The resolution directs Congress to reject the rule, meaning it will have no legal effect and cannot be enforced. This resolution specifically targets a procedural rule related to immigration procedures, not new policy. It does not change immigration law or directly affect individuals but prevents the rule from being implemented. As a disapproval resolution, it is procedural and focuses solely on blocking the rule's enforcement.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDisapproves DHS rule implementing family reunification process, blocking protections for immigrant families.95% confidence
Jodey C. Arrington (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Sep 3, 2024

HR 8230: FOREST Act

HR 8230, the FOREST Act, exempts certain telecommunications projects on National Forest System lands from standard environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). It specifically applies to projects using existing infrastructure (like power lines) or located on areas where the Forest Service has already completed environmental and historical reviews for prior communications use authorizations. The bill prevents the need for re-initiating these reviews if new information about a previously analyzed area becomes available. This directly affects telecom companies seeking permits for new facilities on National Forest lands, streamlining the approval process for projects in already reviewed locations. The policy change focuses on reducing regulatory duplication for infrastructure already vetted by the Forest Service.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExempts telecom projects from NEPA environmental reviews, reducing regulatory scrutiny for forest projects and weakening standard environmental assessment requirements.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExempts telecom projects on National Forest lands from NEPA reviews, expediting infrastructure deployment to expand internet access without addressing privacy/cybersecurity.85% confidence
Dusty Johnson (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 30, 2024

HR 3507: Yes In My Backyard Act

HR 3507, the "Yes In My Backyard Act," requires local governments receiving certain federal Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to report on their progress toward adopting specific housing-friendly land use policies. It directly affects cities and counties that administer CDBG funds by mandating they submit plans tracking 22+ policy changes, such as allowing duplexes in single-family zones, reducing parking requirements, or streamlining permits. The bill does not require local governments to adopt these policies but requires them to document their current status and plans for implementation. This reporting mechanism aims to identify barriers to affordable housing without binding local governments to specific actions. The requirement applies to CDBG recipients starting one year after the bill's enactment.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates housing-friendly policies like allowing duplexes and streamlining permits to increase housing supply and affordability, directly advancing development goals.90% confidence
Derek Kilmer (D) · 45 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 30, 2024

HR 3161: CDFI Fund Transparency Act

HR 3161, the CDFI Fund Transparency Act, requires the Treasury Secretary (or their designee) to annually testify before the House Financial Services Committee and Senate Banking Committee about the operations of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Fund. This testimony would cover the Fund's activities from the previous year and is requested at the discretion of the committee chairs. The bill does not change how the CDFI Fund provides funding but mandates regular reporting to Congress on its operations. It directly affects the Treasury Department's reporting obligations and the congressional committees overseeing the Fund. This is a procedural transparency measure, not a substantive policy change.
John W. Rose (R) · 28 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 29, 2024

HRES 1015: Expressing support for the designation of February 17 through February 24, 2024, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA Organization in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world, and celebrating the 10th anniversary of the "Give the Gift of Blue" program, which has donated more than 17,000 of the iconic FFA jackets to FFA members in need.

This resolution supports the designation of National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of globally conscious leaders who will change the world; and (2) celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Give the Gift of Blue program, which has donated more than 17,000 FFA blue jackets to FFA members in need.
Tracey Mann (R) · 102 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 22, 2024

HR 9046: Board of Veterans’ Appeals Attorney Retention and Backlog Reduction Act

This bill allows non-supervisory attorneys working at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals to be promoted to the GS-15 federal pay grade, a higher level typically reserved for senior roles. It directly affects attorneys handling veterans' appeals cases by creating a clearer career path to advance within the Board. The key mechanism is amending federal law to add this specific promotion opportunity, aiming to improve retention of these attorneys. The goal is to reduce the backlog of veterans' appeals by making the position more attractive and stable.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransReduces backlog in veterans' appeals by improving attorney retention, directly advancing veterans' access to timely benefits.90% confidence
Morgan McGarvey (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 16, 2024

HR 9373: Safeguarding Americans From Extremist Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act

The SAFER at the Border Act prohibits the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from temporarily admitting (paroling) certain individuals at the border. It defines "known terrorists" (those arrested, charged, or convicted for terrorism), "suspected terrorists" (reasonably suspected of terrorism), and "special interest aliens" (those with potential terrorism links based on travel patterns). The bill explicitly bans parole for these individuals, even for humanitarian reasons or public benefit, and also prohibits parole for refugees. Additionally, it allows states to sue the Department of Homeland Security if they suffer financial harm exceeding $100 from the parole of such individuals.
Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts border parole for terrorism-designated individuals, limiting immigrant access and enhancing enforcement per bill's explicit prohibitions.95% confidence
Nicholas A. Langworthy (R) · 40 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 9, 2024

HR 6531: TRAIN VA Employees Act

HR 6531, the TRAIN VA Employees Act, requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create mandatory training for all VA supervisors and certain other designated employees. The training program, to be developed within one year of enactment, covers key supervisor duties like performance appraisals, addressing workplace issues (including hostile environments), and managing employee conduct. All affected employees must complete the initial training within 18 months and refresher sessions every two years. The bill directly impacts VA supervisors and specific leadership roles, focusing on improving management practices through structured, adult-learning-based instruction.
Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandatory supervisor training on hostile environments and workplace issues directly strengthens workplace safety protections for VA employees.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransMandates VA supervisor training on workplace management to improve service delivery, directly strengthening VA operations serving veterans through enhanced employee conduct and performance oversight.85% confidence
Chris Pappas (D) · 11 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 8, 2024

HR 8757: REAL Meat Act of 2024

HR 8757, the REAL Meat Act of 2024, prohibits federal funding for cell-cultured meat production, research, promotion, or related facilities. It directly affects federal programs, agencies, and recipients of agricultural funding by banning the use of taxpayer money for any activity involving lab-produced meat. The bill defines cell-cultured meat as meat grown from animal cells in a lab and exempts NASA funding intended for space consumption. This policy change restricts federal support for the emerging cell-cultured meat industry while allowing specific space-related research.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill prohibits federal funding for cell-cultured meat, defunding a specific program. This restricts government spending, aligning with 'oppose' for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill defunds cell-cultured meat research - a sustainable alternative to traditional livestock farming that could reduce emissions and resource use, directly restricting environmental progress.92% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyDefunds cell-cultured meat technology, restricting federal funding for lab-grown meat research and production, directly limiting a technology application.95% confidence
Warren Davidson (R) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 3, 2024

HR 9277: REG Act

HR 9277, the REG Act, prohibits federal agencies from considering "environmental justice" when creating rules or enforcing laws, unless required by existing law. It directly affects agencies like the EPA by restricting how they evaluate policies' impacts on minority and low-income communities during rulemaking. The bill repeals three key executive orders: E.O. 12898 (addressing environmental justice in vulnerable communities), E.O. 14008 (climate action), and E.O. 14096 (environmental justice commitments). This changes how agencies develop regulations by removing mandatory consideration of environmental justice in their processes.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals executive orders requiring environmental justice and climate considerations in EPA rulemaking, weakening clean energy standards and environmental protections in energy policy.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals environmental justice executive orders (E.O. 12898, 14008, 14096), restricting agencies from considering impacts on vulnerable communities and weakening climate action policies.95% confidence
Dan Newhouse (R) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 2, 2024

HJRES 199: Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration relating to "Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards for Passenger Cars and Light Trucks for Model Years 2027 and Beyond and Fuel Efficiency Standards for Heavy-Duty Pickup Trucks and Vans for Model Years 2030 and Beyond".

This resolution aims to block a rule issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that sets new fuel efficiency standards for passenger cars, light trucks (starting in 2027), and heavy-duty pickup trucks/vans (starting in 2030). If passed, it would prevent this specific rule from taking effect by disapproving it under a congressional review process. The rule directly affects vehicle manufacturers by requiring them to meet these updated fuel economy targets for future model years. This is a procedural resolution, not a new law, focused solely on halting the implementation of the existing NHTSA rule.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks NHTSA's fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, weakening energy efficiency requirements and opposing stricter emissions targets under the rule.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks NHTSA fuel efficiency standards requiring lower emissions from vehicles, weakening environmental regulations that would reduce pollution.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks NHTSA's fuel efficiency standards for vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements under transportation policy95% confidence
Tim Walberg (R) · 67 co-sponsors
in committee · Kentucky · House Aug 2, 2024

HR 9282: Counter SNIPER Act

The Counter SNIPER Act (HR 9282) establishes a formal process for presidential and vice-presidential candidates seeking protective details from the U.S. Secret Service. If the Secretary of Homeland Security denies a request, they must provide a written explanation within 14 days, detailing the criteria not met, and allow candidates to request reconsideration with supporting evidence. The Secretary must then issue a final written decision within 14 days of the reconsideration request. Additionally, the bill requires the Director of the U.S. Secret Service to be appointed by the President with Senate confirmation.
August Pfluger (R) · 6 co-sponsors
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