Bills of The Day:

Fight for Siblings Act of 2024
House of Congress: House of Representatives
Bill Code: H.R. 7912
Date Introduced: April 9, 2024
Sponsor: Mr. Nunn of Iowa
Co-Sponsor(s): Mr. Davis of North Carolina

Summary: This bill proposes an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The amendment aims to increase the dollar limitation on qualified adoption expenses eligible for the adoption expenses credit in cases where a taxpayer adopts two siblings within the same taxable year. It suggests that the new limit should be set at $20,000 for such cases, doubling the previous limitation of $10,000. This change intends to encourage the adoption of siblings by reducing the financial burden for families. The amendment will apply to adoptions finalized after the enactment of this Act.

Next Action: The bill was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

Commission on Youth Homelessness Act
House of Congress: House of Representatives
Bill Code: H.R. 7908
Date Introduced: April 9, 2024
Sponsor: Mr. Krishnamoorthi
Co-Sponsor(s): Mr. Schiff, Ms. Norton, Mr. Lieu, and Ms. Tlaib

Summary: This bill directs the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to establish a Commission on Youth Homelessness within 60 days of the bill's enactment. The commission will comprise at least three individuals with lived experiences of homelessness and representatives from various government departments and national non-profit organizations. The commission must meet within 90 days of its formation and submit a report to Congress and the President within one year, outlining the impact of federal, state, tribal, and local policies on homeless youth and young adults. The report will also include recommendations for preventing and ending youth homelessness and reducing discrimination in housing, employment, and access to health services. Definitions and terms relevant to the commission's work are also detailed in the bill.

Next Action: The bill was referred to the Committee on Financial Services.

Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act
House of Congress: House of Representatives
Bill Code: H.R. 7909
Date Introduced: April 9, 2024
Sponsor: Ms. Mace
Co-Sponsor(s): Mr. Biggs and Ms. Boebert

Summary: This bill aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to make aliens who have been convicted of or who have admitted to committing sex offenses or domestic violence inadmissible and deportable. The amendment adds new provisions to Section 212(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to designate aliens with these convictions or admissions as inadmissible. It also amends Section 237(a)(2) to add similar provisions, including specific references to the definitions of sex offenses from the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act and domestic violence from the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994. This bill seeks to enhance public safety by preventing individuals with these backgrounds from entering or remaining in the United States.

Next Action: The bill was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Removing Nitrate and Arsenic in Drinking Water Act
House of Congress: House of Representatives
Bill Code: H.R. 7916
Date Introduced: April 9, 2024
Sponsor: Mrs. Torres of California
Co-Sponsor(s): Mr. Valadao

Summary: This bill seeks to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act by establishing a grant program for nitrate and arsenic reduction projects in drinking water. It defines eligible entities, which include community water systems, nontransient noncommunity water systems, qualified nonprofit organizations, and local governments. The grant program, subject to appropriations, aims to support projects that reduce nitrate or arsenic levels in water for human consumption. Priority for grants will be given to disadvantaged communities, entities with a history of non-compliance with maximum contaminant levels, and those addressing water quality in schools or facilities serving vulnerable populations. The bill also emphasizes support for low-income homeowners and landlords providing housing to low-income renters through assistance in acquiring and installing treatment technology. The bill authorizes appropriations of $15,000,000 for fiscal year 2025 and each fiscal year thereafter.

Next Action: The bill was referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Airline Travelers Right to Know Act
House of Congress: House of Representatives
Bill Code: H.R. 7926
Date Introduced: April 10, 2024
Sponsor: Mr. Espaillat
Co-Sponsor(s): N/A

Summary: This bill proposes amendments to Title 49 of the United States Code to require air carriers to disclose information about toxic fumes on passenger-carrying aircraft operating under part 121 of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. It introduces a new chapter titled "Toxic Fume Disclosure," which mandates disclosure policies for air carrier passengers, pilots, and cabin crew about potential exposure to toxic fumes that could cause permanent health or brain damage. The bill also includes provisions requiring air carriers to notify passengers about toxic fume events prior to ticket purchase and check-in, and to immediately notify all affected customers and crew when toxic fumes are detected onboard an aircraft. Additional requirements include the installation of toxic fume sensors, the provision of mobile oxygen masks for crewmembers, and civil penalties for non-compliance or false information regarding toxic fumes.

Next Action: The bill was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.