New York Congressional Bills

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HCONRES 23: Directing the Architect of the Capitol to preserve evidence of the January 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol so that evidence of the attack may be made available for viewing by visitors to the Capitol.

This concurrent resolution directs the Architect of the Capitol to preserve evidence of the attack on the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, including by preserving features that were damaged, so that visitors to the Capitol may view this evidence.

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 207: Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on the Judiciary in the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress.

This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on the Judiciary for the 117th Congress.

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 204: Honoring the essential staff of the United States Capitol Complex as unsung heroes.

This resolution honors the essential staff of the U.S. Capitol complex, recognizes and thanks them for their invaluable contributions, and commits to better protecting them.

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 202: Expressing support for the need for a replacement fleet that meets the climate goals of the United States, protects critical supply chains, and promotes a cleaner, more stable future for a burgeoning 21st century domestic vehicle industry.

This resolution (1) urges the U.S. Postal Service to freeze the recently awarded contract to purchase 165,000 new vehicles until a review is conducted as specified by the resolution, and (2) expresses support for the need for replacement vehicles that meet the climate goals of the United States.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 199: Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Homeland Security in the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress.

This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Homeland Security for the 117th Congress.

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 206: Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Foreign Affairs in the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress.

This resolution provides amounts for the expenses of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs for the 117th Congress.

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HRES 150: Expressing support for the designation of February 20 to February 27, 2021, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA (FFA) Organization in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and celebrating 50 years of National FFA Alumni and Supporters.

This resolution supports the designation of a 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 leaders who will change the world, and (2) celebrates 50 years of National FFA alumni and supporters.

Tracey Mann (R) · 81 co-sponsors

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2021

S 642: Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2021

Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2021 This bill expands provisions prohibiting discrimination against disabled individuals by an air carrier. Specifically, it enumerates certain actions that an air carrier must take or may not take with respect to a disabled individual. It also requires the Department of Transportation (DOT) to ensure that disabled individuals traveling in air transportation are able to file complaints with DOT in response to disability-related discrimination and receive assistance from DOT through a hotline or comparable electronic means. The bill authorizes an aggrieved individual and the Department of Justice to bring a civil action for discrimination. The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board shall prescribe regulations setting forth minimum standards for aircraft with new or existing type certificates to ensure the accessibility of individuals with disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs. The standards shall address, among other things, boarding and deplaning equipment, seating accommodations, lavatories, visually accessible announcements, and proper stowage of assistive devices in the cargo hold to prevent damage.

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2021

S 630: Disability Employment Incentive Act

Disability Employment Incentive Act This bill expands tax credits and deductions that are available for employers who hire and retain employees with disabilities. The bill expands the work opportunity tax credit to include the hiring of employees who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. For employers who hire vocational rehabilitation referrals, Supplemental Security Income recipients, or SSDI recipients, the bill also (1) increases the amount of wages that may be taken into account for the credit, and (2) allows an additional credit for second-year wages. With respect to the tax credit for expenditures by eligible small businesses to provide access to disabled individuals, the bill increases the limits that apply to (1) the amount of expenditures that are eligible for the credit, and (2) the gross receipts and full-time employees of eligible small businesses. The bill also expands the tax deduction for expenditures to remove architectural and transportation barriers to the handicapped and elderly. The bill modifies the deduction to (1) increase the limitation on the amount of the deduction, and (2) allow the deduction to be used for certain improvements in the accessibility of i nternet or telecommunications services to handicapped and elderly individuals.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 9, 2021

S 650: American Dream Employment Act of 2021

American Dream Employment Act of 2021 This bill permits the compensation of congressional employees who hold a current employment authorization document that was issued pursuant to a grant of (1) deferred action, including under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program; (2) deferred enforced departure; or (3) temporary protected status. (Generally, these programs and statuses allow eligible aliens to remain and work in the United States.)

Topics ✓ Immigration

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HR 1695: TRICARE Reserve Select Improvement Act

TRICARE Reserve Select Improvement Act This bill expands TRICARE Reserve Select eligibility to include members of the Selected Reserve who are enrolled or eligible to enroll in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.

Topics ✓ Veterans

Trent Kelly (R) · 98 co-sponsors

in committee · New York · House Mar 9, 2021

HR 1706: Emergency Homelessness Assistance Act of 2021

Emergency Homelessness Assistance Act of 2021 This bill provides additional FY2021 funding for the Department of Housing and Urban Development's HOME Investment Partnerships Program. Funding is provided for tenant-based rental assistance, development and support of affordable housing, supportive housing services, and the acquisition of non-congregate shelter units. These units may remain non-congregate shelter units, be converted into permanent affordable housing, or be used as emergency shelter. Individuals qualifying for such assistance include at-risk veterans and individuals who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or fleeing or attempting to flee domestic violence or other dangerous situations.

Topics ✓ Housing

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