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S. 4772 - 9/30/20

A bill to establish the Future of Local News Commission to examine and report on the role of local news gathering in sustaining democracy in the United States and the factors contributing to the demise of local journalism, and to propose policies and mechanisms that could reinvigorate local news to meet the critical information needs of the people of the United States in the 21st century.

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 30, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Res. 740 - 9/30/20

A resolution designating October 7, 2020, as “Energy Efficiency Day” in celebration of the economic and environmental benefits that have been driven by private sector innovation and Federal energy efficiency policies.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 30, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S.Res. 735 - 9/30/20

A resolution designating September 29, 2020, as “National Urban Wildlife Refuge Day”.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 30, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S.Res. 732 - 9/30/20

A resolution designating November 7, 2020, as “National Bison Day”.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 30, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S. 4740 - 9/29/20

A bill to support public health infrastructure.

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 29, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4719 - 9/24/20

A bill to provide, temporarily, authority for the Secretary of Commerce to waive cost sharing requirements for the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership, and for other purposes.

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4717 - 9/24/20

A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to streamline enrollment of certain Medicaid providers across State lines, and for other purposes.

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Res. 719 - 9/24/20

A resolution recognizing September 22, 2020, as “National Voter Registration Day”.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 24, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S. 4714 - 9/24/20

A bill to preserve health benefits for workers.

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 785 - 9/23/20

Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019

This bill was passed by Congress on September 23, 2020 and goes to the President next.

S. 743 - 9/22/20

Merrill’s Marauders Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill was passed by Congress on September 22, 2020 and goes to the President next.

S. 2661 - 9/21/20

National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020

This bill was passed by Congress on September 21, 2020 and goes to the President next.

S.Res. 703 - 9/17/20

A resolution designating the week beginning September 14, 2020, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 17, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S.Res. 707 - 9/17/20

A resolution recognizing September 1, 2020, as “National Poll Worker Recruitment Day”.

This simple resolution was agreed to on September 17, 2020. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

S.Res. 709 - 9/17/20

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the August 13, 2020, and September 11, 2020, announcements of the establishment of full diplomatic relations between the State of Israel and the United Arab Emirates and the State of Israel and the Kingdom of Bahrain are historic achievements.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 17, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4593 - 9/16/20

Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2020

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 16, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Con.Res. 44 - 9/15/20

A concurrent resolution recognizing September 11, 2020, as “National Day of Service and Remembrance”.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 15, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Res. 695 - 9/15/20

A resolution designating September 2020 as “National Voting Rights Month”.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 15, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Res. 685 - 9/9/20

A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces and veterans and condemning the disgraceful denigration by President Donald Trump of military service, prisoners of war, and Gold Star families.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 9, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4532 - 9/8/20

Ally’s Act

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 8, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4469 - 8/6/20

COVID-19 Treatment Coverage Act

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 6, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 3703 - 8/6/20

Promoting Alzheimer’s Awareness to Prevent Elder Abuse Act

This bill passed in the Senate on August 6, 2020 and goes to the House next for consideration.

S.Res. 672 - 8/6/20

A resolution designating September 2020 as National Democracy Month as a time to reflect on the contributions of the system of government of the United States to a more free and stable world.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 6, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S. 4493 - 8/6/20

USTR Inspector General Act of 2020

This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 6, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.

S.Res. 671 - 8/6/20

A resolution recognizing, commemorating, and celebrating the 55th anniversary of the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and reaffirming the Senate’s commitment to ensuring the continued vitality of the Act and the protection of the voting rights of all citizens of the United States.

This resolution is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on August 6, 2020. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.