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in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 25, 2022

HR 6835: No Most Favored Nation Trading with Russia Act

No Most Favored Nation Trading with Russia Act This bill withdraws normal trade relations treatment from Russia. Additionally, the bill requires the President to encourage U.S. allies and partners to (1) consider taking similar actions; and (2) condemn, at the World Trade Organization (WTO), Russia's aggression in Ukraine. Further, the President must direct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the WTO to seek suspension of Russia's membership in the WTO.

Lloyd Doggett (D) · 33 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HCONRES 57: Celebrating the first anniversary of the coalition of signatory countries to the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women's Health and Strengthening the Family.

This concurrent resolution celebrates the first anniversary of the signing of the Geneva Consensus Declaration on Promoting Women's Health and Strengthening the Family.

Jim Banks (R) · 39 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HRES 841: Recognizing Bahrain on the 50th anniversary of its independence.

This resolution extends warm congratulations and best wishes to the people of Bahrain as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of the independence of Bahrain. The resolution also expresses support for the principles and freedoms upon which the nation of Bahrain is founded, as protected by its Constitution. Finally, the resolution recognizes the importance of the alliance between the United States and Bahrain to the stability of the region and the prosperity of both countries.

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HRES 800: Recognizing the two-year anniversary of the November 2019 massacre by the Islamic Republic of Iran and condemning the human rights violations by the Islamic Republic of Iran.

This resolution recognizes the two-year anniversary of the November 2019 massacre by Iran. The resolution also condemns the human rights atrocities committed against Iranians by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Finally, the resolution urges the Department of State to restore the recognized death toll of the November 2019 massacre to 1,500.

Jim Hagedorn (R) · 41 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HRES 733: Congratulating the people of the Republic of Turkey and Turkish Americans nationwide on the 98th anniversary of Turkish Republic Day.

This resolution recognizes the Republic of Turkey as an important ally of the United States. The resolution expresses appreciation for Turkey's contribution to global efforts to combat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (also known as ISIS or Daesh), the Kurdistan Workers' Party, and other terrorist organizations. The resolution acknowledges the unique political, economic, and social challenges confronting the people of Turkey from the influx of refugees caused by the conflicts and instability in the region. The resolution commends the contributions of the Turkish-American community to America. This resolution congratulates the people of Turkey, and Turkish Americans nationwide, as they celebrate Turkish Republic Day.

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HR 6820: CRISIS Act

Curbing Reckless Ill-conceived Spending on Illegal Services Act or the CRISIS Act This bill modifies the Federal Emergency Management Food and Shelter Program to prohibit the provision of certain services to illegal aliens. Specifically, the bill requires each emergency food and shelter local board to (1) ensure that no recipient service provider provides any service, including transportation, to an alien unlawfully present in the United States; and (2) certify, at least annually to the national board, and publish such certification locally.

Topics ✗ Immigration

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HR 6069: Promoting Ties with Taiwan Act

Promoting Ties with Taiwan Act This bill requires the Department of State to submit to Congress a strategy to (1) work with allies and partners to support the expansion of Taiwan's relations and engagement with countries around the world, (2) promote the establishment of Taiwan's presence in countries and partners where Taiwan does not have a permanent presence, and (3) strengthen economic relations and supply chain resilience among Taiwan and like-minded partners to counter threats and malign influences from authoritarian regimes. Within one year of submitting the strategy, the State Department must report to Congress on actions taken to carry out the strategy.

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 22, 2022

HR 6004: Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021

Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021 This bill prohibits using federal funds to establish any diplomatic facility in Jerusalem other than the U.S. Embassy to Israel.

David Kustoff (R) · 124 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 18, 2022

HRES 934: Supporting reopening the United States Capitol and House Office Buildings to the American people.

This resolution supports reopening the U.S. Capitol Building and House Office Buildings to visitors under the public visitation policies that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ralph Norman (R) · 43 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 18, 2022

HRES 885: Recognizing the importance of broadband in rural areas throughout the United States and the critical need to invest in broadband expansion in an increasingly connected and digitally dependent world.

This resolution addresses the need for improvements to broadband infrastructure, particularly in rural areas, and the role of specified federal agencies in making such improvements.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

James R. Baird (R) · 52 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 18, 2022

HR 6766: Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2022

Congressional Tribute to Constance Baker Motley Act of 2022 This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to Constance Baker Motley in recognition of her contributions and service to the United States in advancing civil rights as an attorney, elected official, and judge.

Rosa L. DeLauro (D) · 27 co-sponsors

in committee · South Carolina · House Feb 18, 2022

HR 6789: Identifying and Eliminating Wasteful Programs Act

Identifying and Eliminating Wasteful Programs Act This bill requires each federal agency to compile a list of unnecessary programs. Specifically, each agency must compile a list of such programs, based on guidance provided by the Office of Management and Budget, that are unnecessary, defunct, or duplicative federal programs; another agency could administer more effectively; or could operate more effectively if the program or activity were consolidated with other programs or activities. Additionally, the President must include the list of identified programs or program activities in the annual budget submitted to Congress. An agency may submit to Congress recommendations for statutory changes to eliminate or consolidate programs or program activities identified in the list.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes