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passed · New Hampshire · House May 19, 2021

HR 1447: COAST Research Act of 2021

Coastal and Ocean Acidification Stressors and Threats Research Act of 2021 or the COAST Research Act of 2021 This bill addresses the effects of ocean and coastal acidification on marine organisms and ecosystems. Specifically, the bill reauthorizes through FY2026 and revises the Ocean Acidification Program of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the ocean acidification grant program of the National Science Foundation. The bill expands those programs, as well as the ocean acidification activities of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), to include efforts to research and monitor the effects of coastal acidification.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill expands NOAA and NSF ocean acidification research programs to address marine ecosystem threats, advancing environmental protection efforts.95% confidence
Suzanne Bonamici (D) · 33 co-sponsors
passed · New Hampshire · House May 19, 2021

HR 707: Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act

Ghost Army Congressional Gold Medal Act This bill directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Service Company, known as the Ghost Army , collectively, in recognition of its service during World War II.
Ann M. Kuster (D) · 299 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HRES 405: Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia.

This resolution supports the goals and ideals of an International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. The resolution encourages (1) health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) community; (2) schools to support the creation of gender and sexuality alliances; (3) individuals to learn about national resources for those who identify as LGBTQ+; and (4) funding organizations, aid efforts, and governments to prioritize the health and human rights of LGBTQ+ people.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly encourages schools to support gender and sexuality alliances (GSAs), advancing inclusive educational environments for LGBTQ+ students in K-12 settings.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly encourages healthcare providers to offer culturally competent care to LGBTQ+ community, improving access and quality of healthcare services for this population.90% confidence
Barbara Lee (D) · 50 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HRES 404: Expressing support for the designation of the 17th day in May as "DIPG Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage research into cures for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG) and pediatric cancers in general.

This resolution expresses support for the designation of DIPG Awareness Day. DIPG is diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a terminal childhood brain cancer.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill promotes cancer research awareness for pediatric cancers, advancing healthcare through disease-specific initiatives and encouraging cures.90% confidence
Debbie Dingell (D) · 220 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 18, 2021

S 1676: Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act

Rural Broadband Financing Flexibility Act This bill provides tax incentives for investment in broadband, particularly in rural areas. Specifically, the bill allows issuance of private activity bonds for financing qualified broadband projects, issuers of broadband infrastructure bonds a credit for interest payments under such bonds, and a 10% investment tax credit for qualified broadband projects. The bill defines qualified broadband project as any project that (1) is designed to provide broadband service solely to one or more areas that are rural areas and in which more than 50% of residential households do not have access to fixed, terrestrial broadband service that delivers at least 25 megabits per second downstream and at least 3 megabits service upstream, and (2) results in gigabit capable internet access to certain residential and commercial locations.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax incentives (investment credit, bond financing) to fund rural broadband infrastructure, advancing fiscal support for public infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax incentives for rural broadband infrastructure investment, directly expanding internet access in underserved areas per technology topic indicators.95% confidence
Margaret Wood Hassan (D) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 18, 2021

S 1670: Credit for Caring Act of 2021

Credit for Caring Act of 2021 This bill allows an eligible caregiver a tax credit of up to $5,000 for 30% of the cost of long-term care expenses that exceed $2,000 in a taxable year. The bill defines eligible caregiver as an individual who has earned income for the taxable year in excess of $7,500 and pays or incurs expenses for providing care to a spouse or other dependent relative with long-term care needs.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit relief for caregivers, reducing taxable income for eligible middle-income earners90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides tax credit for long-term care expenses, improving access to healthcare services for caregivers and dependents with care needs.95% confidence
Joni Ernst (R) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · Senate May 18, 2021

S 1669: Military Retiree Survivor Comfort Act

Military Retiree Survivor Comfort Act This bill addresses the overpayment of retired or retainer pay to a joint account (bearing the name of the decedent and the decedent's designated beneficiary) during the month of the death of a retired member of the armed forces. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of Defense (DOD) to forgive or offset the overpayment if the decedent was enrolled in the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). In the case of an offset, each of the first 12 SBP annuity payments after the death of the retired service member must be reduced by one-twelfth of the overpayment. If the decedent was not enrolled in the SBP, DOD is authorized to forgive the overpayment.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill forgives overpayments for SBP survivors, preventing financial burden on veterans' families and protecting existing benefit continuity.95% confidence
Rob Portman (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HR 3294: IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act

Institutional Grants for New Infrastructure, Technology, and Education for HBCU Excellence Act or the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act This bill establishes a grant program to support long-term improvements of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and graduate programs at HBCUs. Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Education (ED) to award grants to HBCUs to improve campus facilities. A recipient must use grant funds for certain activities, such as constructing or renovating facilities, carrying out major repairs, and strengthening the safety and security of a campus. Any new construction, modernization, or renovation projects must meet building code and energy and water conservation requirements. Further, HBCUs must seek to procure contracts from certain small businesses, including those owned and controlled by veterans and service-disabled veterans. The bill prohibits the use of grant funds for specified activities, including for the payment of routine and predictable maintenance costs, minor repairs, and utility bills. The Government Accountability Office must study the implementation of the grant program. The bill also requires ED to repay the outstanding balance of principal, interest, fees, and costs and any related reimbursements for certain capital financing loans.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates grant program for HBCU infrastructure improvements, directly funding higher education facilities to enhance educational access and resources per its title and summary.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates grants specifically for HBCU technology infrastructure improvements, advancing digital equity in historically underserved institutions.90% confidence
Alma S. Adams (D) · 219 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HR 3281: RPM Act of 2019

Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act of 2019 or the RPM Act of 2019 [ sic ] This bill authorizes the modification of a vehicle's air emission controls for vehicles that are not legal for operation on a street or highway and are used solely for competition.
Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentAuthorizes bypassing emission controls for competition vehicles, weakening pollution standards despite limited scope.85% confidence
Patrick T. McHenry (R) · 133 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HR 1834: Hate Crimes Commission Act of 2021

Hate Crimes Commission Act of 2021 This bill establishes the United States Commission on Hate Crimes. The commission must investigate and report on whether hate crimes have increased; factors that contributed to an increase in hate crimes, if one is determined to exist; policies or actions by law enforcement agencies to reduce the commission of hate crimes; the impact of underreporting on hate crimes statistics and prevention; and successful community bias prevention responses.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes commission to investigate hate crimes, law enforcement policies, and prevention strategies, aligning with criminal justice reform and community bias prevention indicators.85% confidence
Raja Krishnamoorthi (D) · 156 co-sponsors
in committee · New Hampshire · House May 18, 2021

HR 1843: COVID–19 Hate Crimes Act

COVID - 19 Hate Crimes Act This bill requires a designated officer or employee of the Department of Justice (DOJ) to facilitate the expedited review of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) hate crimes and reports of COVID-19 hate crimes. It defines COVID-19 hate crime as a violent crime that is motivated by two things: (1) the actual or perceived characteristic (e.g., race or ethnicity) of any person, and (2) the actual or perceived relationship to the spread of COVID-19 of any person because of that characteristic. The bill requires DOJ to issue guidance for state and local law enforcement agencies on (1) the establishment of online hate crime reporting processes and the availability of online reporting in multiple languages, and (2) the expansion of culturally competent education campaigns. Additionally, DOJ and the Department of Health and Human Services must issue guidance on best practices for mitigating racially discriminatory language in describing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeDefines hate crimes related to race/ethnicity and pandemic, requiring DOJ expedited review to strengthen response to bias-motivated violence and protect civil rights in criminal justice.85% confidence
Grace Meng (D) · 181 co-sponsors
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