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in committee · Oregon · House Feb 1, 2021

HR 635: PROVE Act

Pre-Registration Of Voters Everywhere Act or the PROVE Act This bill requires each state to implement a preregistration process under which individuals age 16 or older may apply to register to vote in federal elections. Further, states must ensure that eligible preregistered individuals are registered to vote in federal elections held on or after the date the individual turns age 18. The Election Assistance Commission must make grants to states to increase the involvement of individuals under age 18 in public election activities.
Donald S. Beyer, Jr. (D) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · House Jan 29, 2021

HRES 64: Recognizing that it is the duty of the Federal Government to develop and implement a Roadmap to Freedom in order to overhaul the outdated immigration system in the United States that has gone without significant reform for decades, and to relieve the great human impact an unjust system bears on communities around the country.

This resolution expresses the sense that it is the federal government's duty to develop and implement a Roadmap to Freedom immigration reform plan by (1) promoting full citizenship, (2) protecting and strengthening a fair process centered on family unity, (3) promoting and preserving diversity by encouraging immigration from underrepresented countries, and (4) establishing a just and humane system to uphold immigration laws.
Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPromotes full citizenship, family unity, diversity, and humane immigration system. Explicitly supports reforming outdated system to protect immigrants.95% confidence
Pramila Jayapal (D) · 53 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · House Jan 29, 2021

HR 531: ICE and CBP Body Camera Accountability Act

ICE and CBP Body Camera Accountability Act This bill requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents and officers to wear body cameras when engaged in official operations. Such agents and officers shall turn on their cameras for the duration of each shift. The footage shall be available to each party in any administrative proceeding, civil action, or criminal proceeding where such footage is pertinent. An agent or officer whose camera does not record footage during a shift shall be subject to furlough, reduction in pay or grade, or suspension. When a camera does not record during a shift, the Department of Homeland Security may not determine that the camera malfunctioned unless the agent or officer submits evidence to establish that a malfunction occurred. ICE and CBP shall establish policies and procedures regarding use of the cameras and for carrying out adverse actions related to a failure to record footage.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires ICE/CBP body cameras for accountability in law enforcement operations, directly advancing criminal justice reform through enhanced transparency and oversight.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires ICE/CBP body cameras for accountability during enforcement, enhancing transparency and protecting immigrant rights through oversight in operations.85% confidence
Adriano Espaillat (D) · 14 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · House Jan 28, 2021

HJRES 21: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving Congress power to regulate campaign contributions for Federal elections.

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment giving Congress and states the power to regulate (1) donations to candidates for public office, and (2) donations used for media advertisements intended to influence the outcome of an election or direct vote. The amendment prohibits noncitizens or foreign agents from (1) donating to a candidate for public office, or (2) making donations intended to influence the outcome of an election or direct vote.
Kurt Schrader (D)
in committee · Oregon · House Jan 28, 2021

HRES 69: Expressing the need for the Federal Government to establish a national biodiversity strategy for protecting biodiversity for current and future generations.

This resolution calls for the federal government to establish a national biodiversity strategy, which must include a goal of conserving at least 30% of U.S. lands and waters to protect biodiversity and address climate change by 2030 and other goals necessary to reduce the threats to biodiversity.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates 30% land/water conservation by 2030 to protect biodiversity and address climate change, directly advancing environmental conservation goals.95% confidence
Joe Neguse (D) · 51 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · House Jan 28, 2021

HRES 71: Honoring and thanking the members of the National Guard who were deployed to the District of Columbia and the National Capital region in support of civil authorities for the inauguration of Joseph R. Biden, Jr., as the 46th President of the United States and Kamala Devi Harris as 49th Vice President of the United States.

This resolution expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives to the members of the National Guard and law enforcement agencies who were deployed to the District of Columbia to ensure a safe and secure environment for the 59th inauguration.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill recognizes National Guard service during inauguration, aligning with topic's 'recognition' indicator for veterans' support.75% confidence
Steve Womack (R) · 139 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · Senate Jan 28, 2021

S 104: Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2021

Improving Social Determinants of Health Act of 2021 This bill requires the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to establish a program to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequities by, for example, coordinating activities across the CDC. As part of the program, the CDC must award grants to eligible organizations to build capacity to address social determinants of health. The CDC shall provide for an independent evaluation of certain grants and report findings to Congress.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds CDC grants to address social determinants of health, aiming to improve outcomes and reduce inequities through coordinated programs and capacity building.95% confidence
Tina Smith (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · Senate Jan 28, 2021

S 85: Securing Access to Lower Taxes by ensuring Deductibility Act

Securing Access to Lower Taxes by ensuring Deductibility Act or the SALT Deductibility Act This bill repeals the temporary restrictions in taxable years 2018 through 2025 on the deductibility of state and local taxes.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals SALT deduction cap, increasing tax deductions for taxpayers and providing direct tax relief under federal tax policy.95% confidence
Charles E. Schumer (D) · 12 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · Senate Jan 28, 2021

S 136: Vote at Home Act of 2021

Vote at Home Act of 2021 This bill expands voting by mail in federal elections and provides for automatic voter registration through state motor vehicle authorities. Specifically, the bill prohibits states from imposing additional conditions or requirements on the eligibility of individuals to cast ballots by mail in federal elections, except states may impose a deadline for returning a ballot. Further, states must mail ballots to individuals registered to vote in a federal election not later than two weeks before the election. In addition, the U.S. Postal Service must carry ballots for federal elections expeditiously and free of postage. Finally, the bill provides for automatic voter registration of individuals through state motor vehicle authorities.
Ron Wyden (D) · 13 co-sponsors
in committee · Oregon · Senate Jan 28, 2021

S 96: Reopen and Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2021

Reopen and Rebuild America's Schools Act of 2021 This bill provides support for long-term improvements to public elementary and secondary school facilities. First, the bill sets forth allocations to states and establishes a need-based grant program for local educational agencies (LEAs) to improve school facilities. Further, the bill specifies allowable uses of grant funds, including carrying out major repairs, improving indoor air quality, and making facilities accessible to disabled individuals. Additionally, the bill requires LEAs that receive funds for new construction, modernization, or renovation projects to comply with hazard-resistance building codes and performance criteria under the WaterSense program of the Environmental Protection Agency. Further, the bill requires LEAs to adopt certain green practices (environmental standards) and requires the use of iron, steel, and manufactured products that are made in the United States (Buy America). The bill restores school infrastructure tax credit bonds. The bill also sets forth reporting requirements, including annual reports on grant program projects and a report by the Government Accountability Office that requires a study of the geographic distribution of projects, the impact of projects on student and staff health and safety, and the accessibility of projects to high-poverty schools. Next, the bill extends through FY2026 the Impact Aid Construction program. Finally, the bill establishes a grant program to assist LEAs with repairing or replacing concrete foundations affected by pyrrhotite (an iron sulfide material linked to crumbling foundations).
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates federal funds via grants for school facility improvements, increasing public education spending under state budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates need-based grants for school facility repairs, air quality, and accessibility, directly supporting K-12 infrastructure improvements.95% confidence
Jack Reed (D) · 33 co-sponsors
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