United States Bills

passed · United States · House Dec 9, 2021

HR 2074: Indian Buffalo Management Act

Indian Buffalo Management Act This bill establishes a permanent program within the Department of the Interior to develop and promote tribal ownership and management of buffalo and buffalo habitat on Indian lands. Specifically, the bill requires Interior to (1) enter into contracts, award grants, and provide technical assistance to Indian tribes and tribal organizations for activities related to buffalo restoration or management; (2) consult with tribes and tribal organizations on initiatives that affect buffalo or buffalo habitat, including efforts to contain or eradicate diseased buffalo; and (3) develop a policy relating to buffalo and buffalo habitat management activities on Indian land. Additionally, Interior may enter into agreements with tribes or tribal organizations to transport surplus buffalo from federal land onto Indian land.

passed both · United States · Senate Dec 8, 2021

SCONRES 22: A concurrent resolution providing for the use of the catafalque situated in the Exhibition Hall of the Capitol Visitor Center in connection with memorial services to be conducted in the rotunda of the Capitol for the Honorable Robert Joseph Dole, a Senator from the State of Kansas.

This concurrent resolution directs the Architect of the Capitol to move the catafalque (a wooden platform) from the Capitol Visitor Center to the Capitol rotunda for use in connection with services for the Honorable Robert Dole, late a Senator from Kansas.

passed both · United States · Senate Dec 8, 2021

SCONRES 23: A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Robert Joseph Dole, a Senator from the State of Kansas.

This concurrent resolution authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on December 9, 2021, for the lying in state of the remains of the Honorable Robert Dole, late a Senator from Kansas.

passed · United States · Senate Dec 8, 2021

SRES 476: A resolution designating December 18, 2021, as "National Wreaths Across America Day".

This resolution designates December 18, 2021, as National Wreaths Across America Day and honors the Wreaths Across America project, patriotic escort units, the U.S. trucking industry, and the volunteers and donors involved in this tradition. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the service and sacrifices of veterans and members of the Armed Forces and their families.

Topics ✓ Veterans

passed · United States · Senate Dec 8, 2021

SRES 470: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable Robert "Bob" J. Dole, former United States Senator for the State of Kansas.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SRES 470) commemorating the death of former U.S. Senator Bob Dole of Kansas. It formally expresses the Senate's sorrow, requests the Secretary of the Senate transmit a copy to Dole's family, and directs the Senate to adjourn as a mark of respect. The resolution has no policy or legal effect - it solely serves as a symbolic tribute to Dole's public service career. It does not affect any individuals or enact new laws.

Jerry Moran (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · United States · House Dec 8, 2021

HRES 837: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Beijing should immediately guarantee the safety and freedom of tennis star Peng Shuai.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the case of Peng Shuai is directly related to broader international concerns around the freedom of speech and safety of athletes participating in the 2022 Olympics in Beijing. The resolution also expresses that the role of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in legitimizing China's claims about Peng's safety raises questions about the IOC's ability and willingness to protect the rights of athletes participating in the 2022 Olympic and Paralympic games in Beijing. Finally, the resolution expresses that China should (1) provide independent and verifiable proof of Peng's whereabouts and that she is safe, (2) allow Peng to engage directly with the Women's Tennis Association and the United Nations to independently verify her safety and explain her absence from public life since making her allegation, (3) open an independent and transparent investigation into Peng's allegations against former senior Vice Premier Zhang Gaoli, (4) publicly commit to holding sexual violence abusers accountable, (5) cease all censorship of reporting and discussions of Peng's case, and (6) allow Peng to leave China if she so desires and not retaliate against her family members who remain there.

passed · United States · House Dec 8, 2021

HRES 317: Condemning the ongoing genocide and crimes against humanity being committed against Uyghurs and members of other religious and ethnic minority groups by the People’s Republic of China.

This resolution states that the Chinese government is responsible for ongoing abuses against the Uyghurs and other ethnic and religious minority groups and that these abuses constitute genocide and crimes against humanity. The resolution also condemns such genocide and crimes against humanity and calls on the President to take certain actions to put an end to these atrocities.

passed · United States · House Dec 7, 2021

HRES 838: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5314) to protect our democracy by preventing abuses of presidential power, restoring checks and balances and accountability and transparency in government, and defending elections against foreign interference, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1605) to designate the National Pulse Memorial located at 1912 South Orange Avenue in Orlando, Florida, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (S. 610) to address behavioral health and well-being among health care professionals.

This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of H.R. 5314 (addressing issues involving abuses of presidential power, checks and balances, and election integrity and security); S. 1605 (designating the National Pulse Memorial in Orlando, Florida); and S. 610 (addressing the behavioral health and well-being of health care professionals).

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · United States · House Dec 7, 2021

HRES 839: Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Robert Joseph Dole.

HRES 839 is a ceremonial resolution expressing the House of Representatives' sorrow over the death of Senator Robert J. Dole (R-Kansas), who served as a U.S. Senator and former Senate Majority Leader. The resolution formally acknowledges his passing, directs the Clerk to share the resolution with the Senate and Dole's family, and calls for the House to adjourn immediately as a mark of respect. This resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on any constituents or laws; it is purely a formal expression of mourning by the House. It was introduced and passed on December 7, 2021.

passed · United States · Senate Dec 6, 2021

SRES 468: A resolution permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

This resolution authorizes a Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee to (1) collect donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for certain charitable purposes during the holiday season from another Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee within a Senate building or office; and (2) work with a nonprofit organization to deliver such donations.

passed · United States · Senate Dec 6, 2021

SRES 469: A resolution designating December 3, 2021, as "National Phenylketonuria Awareness Day".

This resolution designates December 3, 2021, as National Phenylketonuria Awareness Day. (Phenylketonuria or PKU is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder that can cause intellectual disability and other neurological problems.)

passed · United States · House Dec 2, 2021

HRES 829: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6119) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of H.R.6119 (continuing resolution for FY2022 appropriations). The resolution also amends H.Res. 188 (regarding certain procedural requirements in the House of Representatives).

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