Johanna Wang

e sale in question involves certain defense articles and services that the US government intends to provide to Israel. The resolution is seeking to halt this sale by expressing the disapproval of Congress. The reasoning behind this disapproval is not explicitly stated in the bill, but it is likely that concerns over the impact of the sale on regional stability, human rights issues, or other factors are driving the decision. If passed, this resolution would prevent the proposed military sale from moving forward, effectively blocking the transfer of defense articles and services to Israel. This would have significant implications for US-Israel relations and could potentially impact the security and defense capabilities of both countries. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 34 is a significant piece of legislation that highlights the complex and often contentious nature of foreign military sales and the role of Congress in overseeing and approving such transactions.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

Alternative Names

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

Cosponsors and Supporters

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Committees and Subcommittees

Foreign Relations Committee

Variations and Revisions

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of marine archaeological resources. The rule in question falls under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code. The resolution seeks to challenge the rule put forth by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, which is responsible for overseeing the management of offshore energy resources and ensuring the protection of marine archaeological sites. The rule likely outlines specific guidelines and regulations for the preservation and conservation of these important historical and cultural resources. If passed, Bill 119 SJRes 11 would essentially nullify the rule proposed by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, indicating that Congress does not approve of the regulations outlined in the rule. This could potentially have significant implications for the management and protection of marine archaeological resources in the United States. Overall, this joint resolution highlights the ongoing debate and decision-making process surrounding the protection of marine archaeological resources and the role of government agencies in overseeing these valuable sites.

Recent Activity

Presented to President.

Alternative Names

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Associated Legislation

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 42) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 61) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 42) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program for Appliance Standards: Certification Requirements, Labeling Requirements, and Enforcement Provisions for Certain Consumer Products and Commercial Equipment"; providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 61) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: Rubber Tire Manufacturing"; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 11) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management relating to "Protection of Marine Archaeological Resources".

Policy Areas

Public Lands and Natural Resources

Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]

Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]

Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]

Committees and Subcommittees

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

Variations and Revisions

ct in regards to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances. The main purpose of this bill is to address the growing issue of fentanyl-related overdoses and deaths in the United States. The bill seeks to reclassify certain fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I controlled substances, which are considered to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use. By doing so, the bill aims to make it more difficult for these substances to be manufactured, distributed, and abused. In addition to the scheduling changes, the bill also includes provisions for increasing penalties for the trafficking and distribution of fentanyl-related substances. This is intended to deter individuals and organizations from engaging in the illegal production and distribution of these dangerous drugs. Overall, the Fentanyl Scheduling Act is a response to the growing public health crisis surrounding fentanyl-related overdoses and deaths. By reclassifying these substances and increasing penalties for their trafficking, the bill aims to combat the spread of fentanyl abuse and prevent further harm to individuals and communities across the country.

Recent Activity

Cloture motion on the measure presented in Senate. (CR S1659)

Alternative Names

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

HALT Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

HALT Fentanyl Act

Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act

A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act with respect to the scheduling of fentanyl-related substances, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

HALT Fentanyl Act

Policy Areas

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]

Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]

Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]

Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]

Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]

Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]

Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]

Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]

Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL]

Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA]

Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]

Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]

Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]

Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]

Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]

Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL]

Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA]

Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]

Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]

Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]

Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]

Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]

Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]

Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]

Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]

Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]

Sen. Schmitt, Eric [R-MO]

Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]

Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

Sen. Hassan, Margaret Wood [D-NH]

Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]

Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]

Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]

Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]

Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]

Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]

Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]

Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]

Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL]

Sen. McCormick, David [R-PA]

Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]

Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV]

Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]

Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]

Committees and Subcommittees

Judiciary Committee

Judiciary Committee

Judiciary Committee

Variations and Revisions

imination in the workforce," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and address the systemic inequalities and discrimination faced by Black workers in the United States. The resolution highlights the significant disparities that exist in the workforce, including higher rates of unemployment, lower wages, and limited opportunities for advancement for Black workers compared to their white counterparts. It also recognizes the historical and ongoing impact of racism and discrimination on the economic well-being of Black communities. In addition, the resolution calls for the passage of legislation that aims to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce, such as increasing access to education and training programs, promoting diversity and inclusion in hiring practices, and enforcing anti-discrimination laws. Overall, Bill 119 H.Res. 170 seeks to raise awareness of the challenges faced by Black workers in America and to advocate for policies that promote equality and opportunity in the workforce.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Alternative Names

Expressing support for Americas Black workers and affirming the need to pass legislation to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce.

Expressing support for Americas Black workers and affirming the need to pass legislation to reduce inequalities and discrimination in the workforce.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Labor and Employment

Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]

Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]

Rep. Carter, Troy A. [D-LA-2]

Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]

Rep. Davis, Danny K. [D-IL-7]

Rep. Ivey, Glenn [D-MD-4]

Rep. Jackson, Jonathan L. [D-IL-1]

Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank" [D-GA-4]

Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]

Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]

Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]

Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]

Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33]

Rep. Velázquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]

Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12]

Rep. Bynum, Janelle [D-OR-5]

Rep. Carson, André [D-IN-7]

Committees and Subcommittees

Education and Workforce Committee

Variations and Revisions

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) called the Veteran Family Resource Program. This program would be designed to provide support and resources to the families of veterans, in addition to the veterans themselves. The main goal of the Veteran Family Resource Program is to address the unique challenges and needs that the families of veterans may face. This could include issues such as mental health support, financial assistance, and access to educational and job training programs. By providing these resources, the program aims to improve the overall well-being and quality of life for both veterans and their families. In addition to establishing the program, the bill also includes provisions for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to develop guidelines and criteria for eligibility, as well as to collaborate with other federal agencies and organizations to ensure that the program is effective and comprehensive. Overall, the Veteran Family Resource Program Act seeks to recognize and support the sacrifices and contributions of veterans and their families, by providing them with the resources and assistance they need to thrive.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Alternative Names

A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Veteran Family Resource Program, and for other purposes.

A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Veteran Family Resource Program, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]

Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]

Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA]

Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]

Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]

Committees and Subcommittees

Veterans' Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

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