North Dakota Congressional Bills

in committee · North Dakota · House Sep 11, 2024

HR 9146: Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act

The context provided for HR 9146 does not include the full text of the amendment or the specific language added to Section 1703(d)(2) of title 38, U.S. Code. Without the actual provisions of the new subparagraph (F) titled "Continuity of care," it is impossible to describe the bill's key mechanisms, who it affects, or its concrete policy changes. The bill's title suggests it relates to veterans' health care continuity under the Veterans Community Care Program, but the details are omitted in the provided excerpt. Therefore, a complete and accurate summary cannot be generated from the available information.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · North Dakota · House Sep 11, 2024

HR 8282: Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act

HR 8282, the "Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act," imposes U.S. sanctions on foreign individuals or entities supporting the International Criminal Court (ICC) in investigating or prosecuting "protected persons." Protected persons include U.S. military personnel, officials, and allied personnel (from non-ICC member countries) who are not under ICC jurisdiction. The bill requires the President to block assets and deny visas to targeted foreign persons and their immediate family members within 60 days of the ICC attempting such actions. It mandates congressional notification of sanctions and allows termination if the ICC ceases all such efforts against protected persons. The law focuses on restricting U.S. economic and travel access to ICC supporters targeting specific U.S. and allied personnel.

Chip Roy (R) · 76 co-sponsors

in committee · North Dakota · Senate Sep 10, 2024

S 5008: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.

This bill increases the federal tax credit for railroad track maintenance from $3,500 to $6,100 per mile of track maintained. It also adds an annual inflation adjustment starting in 2025, tying future credit amounts to the cost-of-living index. The change applies to expenditures paid or incurred after December 31, 2024, affecting railroad companies that maintain track infrastructure. The bill directly modifies the tax code to provide higher, inflation-indexed financial support for railroad maintenance costs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Transportation

in committee · North Dakota · House Sep 3, 2024

HJRES 167: Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture relating to "Use of Electronic Identification Eartags as Official Identification in Cattle and Bison".

HJRES 167 cancels a U.S. Department of Agriculture rule that would have allowed electronic eartags as official identification for cattle and bison. The resolution directs that the rule published in the Federal Register on May 9, 2024 (89 Fed. Reg. 39540), has no force or effect. This directly affects ranchers and farmers who would have been required to use electronic identification systems for livestock. The bill halts the implementation of this specific regulatory change without creating new requirements.

in committee · North Dakota · 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 · North Dakota · House Aug 20, 2024

HR 9388: Modern Firearm Safety Act

HR 9388, the Modern Firearm Safety Act, prohibits federal, state, and local governments from requiring certain safety features on handguns sold in interstate commerce. The bill specifically bans mandates for: loaded indicators, magazine insertion mechanisms, microstamping (microscopic markings on shell casings), or attachment points for such features. This directly affects handgun manufacturers and state/local governments that might have proposed or implemented such requirements. The law prevents new regulations requiring these features on handguns commonly used by the public, focusing on removing specific technical mandates rather than broader safety measures.

in committee · North Dakota · House Aug 16, 2024

HR 9374: Stand with Israel Act

HR 9374, the Stand with Israel Act, prohibits U.S. federal funds from being used to support the United Nations or its entities if they restrict Israel's full participation as a member state. The bill specifically blocks funding for any UN body that expels, downgrades, or suspends Israel's membership or limits its ability to participate equally with other nations. This affects U.S. government contributions to the UN, requiring the Department of State and other agencies to halt funding for such UN actions. The key mechanism is a new provision in the UN Participation Act that mandates this funding restriction whenever Israel's UN participation is impaired.

Michael Lawler (R) · 39 co-sponsors

in committee · North Dakota · 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 ✗ Energy ✗ Environment

in committee · North Dakota · 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 ✗ Energy ✗ Environment ✗ Transportation

Tim Walberg (R) · 67 co-sponsors

in committee · North Dakota · House Aug 2, 2024

HR 9274: SHAWL Act

HR 9274, the SHAWL Act, establishes two new Smithsonian museums: the National Museum of the American Latino and the American Women’s History Museum. It authorizes both museums to be located within the National Mall’s "Reserve" area, overriding prior restrictions, and requires federal agencies managing potential sites to transfer jurisdiction to the Smithsonian after notifying congressional committees. The bill mandates that both museums accurately represent diverse cultures, histories, and viewpoints within Latino and women’s communities through exhibits and programs, requiring input from a broad range of community experts. It also requires the Smithsonian to submit biennial reports to Congress detailing compliance with these representation requirements.

in committee · North Dakota · House Aug 2, 2024

HR 9260: Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act of 2024

Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act of 2024 This bill prohibits states or localities from imposing a levy or collecting an excise tax on the sale of a firearm, ammunition, or any part or component thereof, by a manufacture or retailer.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes

Darrell Issa (R) · 62 co-sponsors

in committee · North Dakota · Senate Aug 1, 2024

SRES 795: A resolution condemning the botched rollout by the Department of Education of the FAFSA Simplification Act.

SRES 795 is a Senate resolution expressing strong disapproval of the Department of Education's delayed implementation of the FAFSA Simplification Act for the 2024-2025 academic year. The resolution cites specific issues, including the FAFSA application launching on December 31 (instead of the usual October 1), delayed data transmission to colleges until March, and resulting financial aid delays past National College Decision Day on May 1. This directly affected students - particularly those in foster care or experiencing homelessness - by reducing their time to compare college financial options. The resolution calls on the Department to address rollout problems for future cycles and testify to Congress, but it does not create new policy or funding changes.

Mike Rounds (R) · 22 co-sponsors

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