REEF Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-11T19:00:25Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2785 REEF Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Labor and Employment. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/11/2024, 7:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2785

The REEF Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2785, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a program to protect and restore coral reef ecosystems in the United States and its territories.

The REEF Act aims to address the threats facing coral reefs, such as climate change, pollution, and overfishing, by providing funding for research, monitoring, and conservation efforts. The bill also seeks to promote collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies, as well as non-profit organizations and private stakeholders, in order to effectively manage and protect coral reef ecosystems.

Specifically, the REEF Act would authorize the appropriation of funds for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to carry out coral reef conservation activities, including the development of management plans, the implementation of restoration projects, and the establishment of marine protected areas. In addition, the bill would require NOAA to report to Congress on the status of coral reef ecosystems in the United States and its territories, as well as the effectiveness of conservation efforts. This information would be used to inform future decision-making and resource allocation for coral reef protection. Overall, the REEF Act represents a bipartisan effort to address the urgent need for conservation and restoration of coral reef ecosystems in the United States. By providing funding and support for research and management efforts, this bill aims to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of these important marine habitats.

Congressional Summary of HR 2785

Railroad Employee Equity and Fairness Act or the REEF Act

This bill permanently exempts payments made from the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Account from sequestration. Sequestration is a process of automatic, usually across-the-board spending reductions under which budgetary resources are permanently cancelled to enforce specific budget policy goals.

Currently, this exemption ends 30 days after the termination of the COVID-19 national emergency period.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2785

Bill HR 2785 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill HR 2785 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 20, 2023. Bill HR 2785's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Budget. as of April 20, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2785

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Labor and Employment

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Cardiovascular and respiratory healthEmergency medical services and trauma careInfectious and parasitic diseasesRailroadsTransportation employeesUnemployment

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2785

REEF ActREEF ActRailroad Employee Equity and Fairness ActTo permanently exempt payments made from the Railroad Unemployment Insurance Account from sequestration under the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985.

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