H.R. 6322: End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act Summary H.R. 6322, known as the “End Financing for Hamas and State Sponsors of Terrorism Act,” is a proposed law introduced in the United States House of Representatives on December 13, 2024. The bill aims to combat terrorism by restricting financial support to … Read more
S. 4367 (EAH) – Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 Summary S. 4367, known as the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024, is a comprehensive piece of legislation that focuses on various aspects of water resources management in the United States. The bill, introduced by Senator Thomas R. Carper … Read more
House Resolution 1614: Recognizing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month Washington, D.C. (December 13, 2024) – The United States House of Representatives has passed a resolution expressing support for the recognition of December 2024 as National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The resolution, H. Res. 1614, aims to raise awareness about the devastating consequences of impaired driving … Read more
House Joint Resolution 227: Proposing an Amendment to Abolish the Electoral College Article Date: December 13, 2024 Bill: H.J. Res. 227 (IH) Sponsor: Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD) Summary: House Joint Resolution 227 is a proposed constitutional amendment that seeks to abolish the Electoral College and establish a direct election for the President and Vice President … Read more
H. Res. 1615 (IH) – Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2024 Summary The House of Representatives has passed H. Res. 1615, a resolution recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators’ Day on December 14, 2024. The resolution honors the vital role that athletic administrators play in ensuring the safety, well-being, and success of student-athletes. Background … Read more
H.R. 3254 (ENR) – First Responder Access to Innovative Technologies Act Introduction The First Responder Access to Innovative Technologies Act (H.R. 3254), introduced to the House of Representatives on December 13, 2024, aims to provide first responders with access to cutting-edge technologies to enhance their safety and effectiveness in responding to emergencies. Key Provisions The … Read more
H.R. 5646: Stop Campus Hazing Act Introduction On December 13, 2024, Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD) introduced H.R. 5646, known as the Stop Campus Hazing Act. This bill aims to combat the persistent issue of hazing in colleges and universities across the United States. Background Hazing, defined as any action taken or situation created intentionally to … Read more
Employer Reporting Improvement Act (HR 3801): An Overview The Employer Reporting Improvement Act (HR 3801) is a bill introduced in the United States House of Representatives on 2023-06-29 by Representative Derek Kilmer (D-WA). The bill seeks to improve the accuracy and efficiency of employer reporting on employee benefits and taxes. Key Provisions of the Bill … Read more
S.4199 (ENR) – Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved Act of 2024 Summary The Judicial Understaffing Delays Getting Emergencies Solved Act of 2024 (S.4199) is a bill introduced in the Senate on December 13, 2024, to address the issue of judicial understaffing in the United States. The bill aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness … Read more
Solomon Islands’ WTO Trade Policy Review: UK Statement Location: Geneva, Switzerland Speaker: UK Ambassador to the WTO Introduction The United Kingdom welcomes the opportunity to participate in the Solomon Islands’ Trade Policy Review. We commend the Government of the Solomon Islands for its commitment to the multilateral trading system and its engagement with the WTO. … Read more