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HR Bill 4861 EQUAL Act of 2018Updated 1 day ago
Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2018-01-19
The EQUAL Act of 2018, also known as Bill 115 hr 4861, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing disparities i...
n sentencing for offenses involving crack cocaine versus powder cocaine. The bill seeks to eliminate the sentencing disparity between these two forms of the drug, which has disproportionately affected minority communities. Currently, the sentencing guidelines for crack cocaine offenses are much harsher than those for powder cocaine offenses, with individuals convicted of crack cocaine offenses facing significantly longer prison terms. This has led to a disproportionate number of African American and Hispanic individuals being incarcerated for crack cocaine offenses, while white individuals are more likely to be charged with powder cocaine offenses. The EQUAL Act of 2018 aims to rectify this disparity by equalizing the penalties for crack cocaine and powder cocaine offenses. This would mean that individuals convicted of crack cocaine offenses would no longer face harsher sentences than those convicted of powder cocaine offenses. Supporters of the bill argue that the current sentencing disparity is unjust and perpetuates racial inequalities in the criminal justice system. They believe that equalizing the penalties for crack cocaine and powder cocaine offenses would help to address these disparities and promote fairness in sentencing. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that crack cocaine is a more dangerous and addictive form of the drug, and therefore warrants harsher penalties. They also raise concerns about the potential impact of the bill on public safety and drug trafficking. Overall, the EQUAL Act of 2018 is a controversial piece of legislation that seeks to address long-standing disparities in sentencing for crack cocaine and powder cocaine offenses. Its fate in Congress remains uncertain, as lawmakers continue to debate the merits and drawbacks of equalizing penalties for these two forms of the drug.
Recent Activity
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 688.
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Finance and Financial Sector
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Rep. Hollingsworth, Trey [R-IN-9]
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Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2025-03-27
Bill 119 HR 2475, also known as the "Homeless Assistance Pilot Program Act," aims to address the issue of homelessness by establishing a pilot program ...
that provides financial and non-financial housing assistance to certain homeless individuals. The bill also includes provisions for a study to evaluate the effectiveness of the pilot program. The pilot program will target specific homeless individuals who are in need of housing assistance. This assistance may include financial support for rent or mortgage payments, as well as non-financial support such as counseling services or job training programs. The goal of the program is to help these individuals secure stable housing and improve their overall quality of life. In addition to implementing the pilot program, the bill also calls for a comprehensive study to assess the impact and outcomes of the program. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of the housing assistance provided, as well as any improvements in the participants' overall well-being. The findings of this study will be used to inform future policies and programs aimed at addressing homelessness. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2475 seeks to provide much-needed support to homeless individuals by offering both financial and non-financial assistance through a pilot program. The bill also emphasizes the importance of evaluating the program's effectiveness to ensure that resources are being used efficiently and effectively to combat homelessness.
Recent Activity
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Alternative Names
To establish a pilot program to provide financial and non-financial housing assistance to certain homeless individuals, to provide for a study of the effects of the pilot program, and for other purposes.
To establish a pilot program to provide financial and non-financial housing assistance to certain homeless individuals, to provide for a study of the effects of the pilot program, and for other purposes.
Youth Homelessness Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025
Youth Homelessness Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Act of 2025
To establish a pilot program to provide financial and non-financial housing assistance to certain homeless individuals, to provide for a study of the effects of the pilot program, and for other purposes.
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Housing and Community Development
Potential Impact
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Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Rep. Ansari, Yassamin [D-AZ-3]
Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]
Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]
Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Committees and Subcommittees
Ways and Means Committee
Financial Services Committee
Variations and Revisions
Purpose and Summary
Chamber: Senate
Introduced date: 2025-02-13
Bill 119 SJRes 18 is a joint resolution that aims to disapprove of a rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection regarding "Overdraf...
t Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions." The rule in question pertains to the regulations surrounding overdraft lending practices by major financial institutions. The resolution seeks to challenge and ultimately reject the rule put forth by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection, which aims to address concerns related to overdraft lending practices by very large financial institutions. The rule likely includes provisions aimed at increasing transparency, consumer protection, and oversight of overdraft lending practices to ensure that consumers are not taken advantage of by these institutions. If passed, this joint resolution would effectively nullify the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection, preventing it from being implemented and enforced. This resolution is likely to spark debate among lawmakers, with proponents arguing that the rule is necessary to protect consumers from predatory lending practices, while opponents may argue that it imposes unnecessary regulations on financial institutions. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 18 is a significant piece of legislation that has the potential to impact the way very large financial institutions conduct their overdraft lending practices. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers on both sides of the aisle respond to this resolution and whether it ultimately passes into law.
Recent Activity
Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 294 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 18, S.J. Res. 28, H.R. 1526 and H.R. 22. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 22, H.R. 1526, S.J. Res. 18, and S.J. Res. 28 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for one hour of debate on each measure and one motion to recommit on H.R. 22 and H.R. 1526, and one motion to commit on S.J. Res. 18 and S.J. Res. 28.
Alternative Names
A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Associated Legislation
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 18) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 28) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to ''Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications''; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1526) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit the authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions".
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 18) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions''; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 28) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to ''Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications''; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1526) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit the authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 18) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Overdraft Lending: Very Large Financial Institutions"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 28) disapproving the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Defining Larger Participants of a Market for General-Use Digital Consumer Payment Applications"; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1526) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit the authority of district courts to provide injunctive relief, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require proof of United States citizenship to register an individual to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Finance and Financial Sector
Potential Impact
Sponsors and Supporters
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]
Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Sen. Moreno, Bernie [R-OH]
Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]
Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]
Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Sen. Moreno, Bernie [R-OH]
Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Committees and Subcommittees
Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee
Variations and Revisions
HR Bill 2287 Protecting Families from Inflation ActUpdated 5 days ago
Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2025-03-24
Bill 119 HR 2287, also known as the "Tariff Impact Study Act," aims to require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to conduct a study ...
on the effects of specific tariffs imposed by the United States government on the prices of goods and services within the country. The bill seeks to analyze how these tariffs impact the overall cost of living for American consumers and businesses. The study mandated by the bill will examine the direct and indirect consequences of tariffs on various sectors of the economy, including manufacturing, agriculture, and retail. It will also assess the potential effects on inflation, consumer spending, and overall economic growth. Additionally, the bill requires the Federal Reserve to provide recommendations on how to mitigate any negative impacts of tariffs on the cost of goods and services in the United States. This information will be crucial for policymakers to make informed decisions on trade policies and regulations. Overall, the Tariff Impact Study Act aims to provide valuable insights into the economic consequences of tariffs and help guide future policy decisions to ensure the well-being of American consumers and businesses.
Recent Activity
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Alternative Names
To require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to conduct a study on the impact certain United States tariffs have on the cost of goods and services in the United States, and for other purposes.
To require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to conduct a study on the impact certain United States tariffs have on the cost of goods and services in the United States, and for other purposes.
Protecting Families from Inflation Act
Protecting Families from Inflation Act
To require the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to conduct a study on the impact certain United States tariffs have on the cost of goods and services in the United States, and for other purposes.
Associated Legislation
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Foreign Trade and International Finance
Potential Impact
Sponsors and Supporters
Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]
Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]
Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]
Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]
Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]
Cosponsors and Supporters
Rep. Fields, Cleo [D-LA-6]
Rep. Liccardo, Sam [D-CA-16]
Rep. Fields, Cleo [D-LA-6]
Rep. Liccardo, Sam [D-CA-16]
Rep. Whitesides, George [D-CA-27]
Committees and Subcommittees
Ways and Means Committee
Variations and Revisions
undefinedHR Bill 2129 No Round Up ActUpdated 5 days ago
Purpose and Summary
Chamber: House
Introduced date: 2025-03-14
Bill 119 HR 2129, also known as the Alien Registration Act of 1940, is a piece of legislation that aims to repeal the Alien Registration Act of 1940. T...
he Alien Registration Act of 1940, also known as the Smith Act, required all non-citizen residents in the United States to register with the government and be fingerprinted. It also made it illegal to advocate for the violent overthrow of the government. The purpose of Bill 119 HR 2129 is to remove this outdated and controversial law from the books. Supporters of the bill argue that the Alien Registration Act of 1940 is no longer necessary in today's society and that it infringes on the rights of non-citizen residents in the United States. Opponents of the bill may argue that repealing the Alien Registration Act of 1940 could pose national security risks by allowing potential threats to go unchecked. However, proponents of the bill maintain that there are other laws in place to address national security concerns and that the Alien Registration Act of 1940 is unnecessary and discriminatory. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2129 seeks to repeal the Alien Registration Act of 1940 and remove a controversial and outdated law from the books. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its outcome remains uncertain.