Below are summaries of Bills Introduced, Committee Reports, Chamber Actions, and Public Laws reported in the most recent issue of ELR's Weekly Update.
would provide equal treatment for utility special entities using utility operations-related swaps.
woul designate the Atlantic striped bass as the national fish of the United States.
would authorize and implement the water rights compact among the Blackfeet Tribe, Montana, and the United States.
would amend the Horse Protection Act to designate additional unlawful actions, strengthen penalties for violations, and improve Department of Agriculture enforcement of the act.
would enhance rail safety and provide for the safe transport of hazardous materials.
would amend the OSH Act to expand coverage, increase protections for whistleblowers, increase penalties for high gravity violations, adjust penalties for inflation, and provide rights for victims or their family members.
would provide equal treatment for utility special entities using utility operations-related swaps.
would direct the Department of Agriculture to publish a strategy to significantly increase the role of volunteers and partners in National Forest System trail maintenance.
would provide for an equitable management of summer flounder based on geographic, scientific, and economic data.
would reserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States.