Barbosa Act

12/15/2023, 4:05 PM

Summary of Bill S 302

The Barbosa Act, also known as Bill 118 s 302, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues related to immigration and border security.

The Barbosa Act proposes several key provisions, including increased funding for border security measures such as the construction of physical barriers along the US-Mexico border and the hiring of additional border patrol agents. The bill also includes provisions aimed at streamlining the immigration process, such as increasing the number of visas available for skilled workers and implementing a merit-based system for determining eligibility for certain immigration programs.

Additionally, the Barbosa Act includes measures to address the issue of illegal immigration, including increased penalties for individuals who overstay their visas and provisions for the expedited removal of individuals who enter the country illegally. The bill also includes provisions aimed at improving the enforcement of immigration laws, such as increased funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the implementation of new technologies to enhance border security. Overall, the Barbosa Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address a wide range of issues related to immigration and border security. If passed, this bill could have a significant impact on the way immigration is handled in the United States.

Congressional Summary of S 302

CPT Rafael Barbosa Enhanced Colorectal Cancer Screening Standard for Toxic Exposed Members of the Uniformed Services Act or the Barbosa Act

This bill entitles certain members of the uniformed services to a colorectal cancer screening through the Military Health System. Specifically, the bill provides such entitlement to members who, during active service, were deployed during specified time frames in certain locations where burn pits are or were used (e.g., Iraq from August 2, 1990, to February 28, 1991). A burn pit is an area used for burning solid waste in open air without equipment.

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Current Status of Bill S 302

Bill S 302 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2023. Bill S 302 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2023.  Bill S 302's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of February 7, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 302

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 302

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 302

Barbosa ActBarbosa ActCPT Rafael Barbosa Enhanced Colorectal Cancer Screening Standard for Toxic Exposed Members of the Uniformed Services ActA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Defense to provide colorectal cancer screening for members of the uniformed services who served in locations associated with toxic exposure, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 302

R
Amy Klobuchar
Minnesota(Democrat)
R
Catherine Cortez Masto
Nevada(Democrat)

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