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93-s-4254 93 s 4254 A bill to authorize the appointment of Alexander P. Butterfield to the retired list of the Regular Air Force, and for other purposes. Private Legislation 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Cotton, Norris [R-NH] NH R C000802 1 Authorizes the appointment of Alexander P. Butterfield to the retired list of the Regular Air Force. 2025-01-14T17:07:58Z  
93-s-4255 93 s 4255 Securities Investor Protection Act Amendments Finance and Financial Sector 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Williams, Harrison A., Jr. [D-NJ] NJ D W000502 1 Securities Investor Protection Act Amendments - Excludes from membership in the Securities Investor Protection Corporation those persons whose head office is located, and whose principal business is conducted, outside the United States. Grants additional power to adopt, amend, or repeal rules and bylaws of the Corporation to its Board of Directors. Provides that matters relating to the determination of dollar volume of trading on exchanges shall no longer be subject to the by laws of the Corporation. Revises the procedure for the promulgation of rules by the Securities Exchange Commission as filed by the Corporation. States that the minimum assessment imposed upon each member of the Corporation shall be $25 per year for the 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act. Authorizes the Securities Investor Protection Corporation to maintain confirmed lines of credit outside of the balance of its Fund, but allows disbursement of amounts received from such lines of credit as though they were a part of the Fund. Expands the term "gross revenues from the securities business" (for purposes of determining assessments to be paid by its members to the Corporation) to include specified fees as a result of services rendered by such dealer. Authorizes self-regulatory organizations to take such actions in liquidation proceedings instituted by brokers or dealers in securties as it deems appropriate to protect the interests of customers of such broker or dealer. Authorizes a court of competent jurisdiction to issue a protective decree if it finds the debtor to be bankrupt within the meaning of the Bankruptcy Act or not able to comply with financial responsibility rules or regulations. Provides for the appointment and compensation of disinterested third parties as attorneys and trustees for the parties to such actions. Defines the term "disinterested" for the purposes of this Act. Revises the provisions relating to the purposes of liquidation proceedings, and enumerates the powers and duties of the trustee in such proceedings.… 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4256 93 s 4256 Foreign Investment Reporting Act Foreign Trade and International Finance 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Scott, Hugh [R-PA] PA R S000174 0 Foreign Investment Reporting Act - Defines the terms used in this Act. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to require, by order or regulation, quarterly reports from any foreign investor or his agent who acquires any interest in a domestic business, if that investor's aggregate interest in that business has a fair market value in excess of $10,000 or exceeds one-half of one percent of the outstanding marketable shares of such business. Prescribes the contents of such reports. Imposes a fine not to exceed $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed one year, or both, for knowing violation of this Act or any regulation issued under this Act. Allows the Secretary to request the Attorney General to bring an action in United States district court to compel compliance with this Act. Empowers the court to issue a temporary restraining order or injunction to compel compliance, and to order the disposal of any investments made without compliance with this Act. Authorizes to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4257 93 s 4257 A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to prevent discrimination against the Armed Forces of the United States in the supply of petroleum products. Energy 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Jackson, Henry M. [D-WA] WA D J000013 1 Prohibits discrimination against the United States armed forces in the supply of petroleum products. Directs the Secretary of Defense to conduct an investigation whenever he has reason to believe that there has been such discrimination and to refer the matter to the Attorney General if he determines that there has been. Grants the United States district courts jurisdiction to prevent and restrain such discrimination. Provides that an appeal from a final order of a district court may be made only to the Supreme Court. Grants access to all business records of a person or corporation being investigated to the Secretary or his agent. Provides for a fine of not more than $100,000 or imprisonment for not more than 2 years, or both, for the willful violation of this Act. (Adds 10 U.S.C. 2390-2396) 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
93-s-4258 93 s 4258 Electronic Funds Transfer Moratorium Act   1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Proxmire, William [D-WI] WI D P000553 0 Electronic Funds Transfer Moratorium Act - Defines the terms used in this Act. Prohibits and makes unenforceable any contract entered into after December 19, 1974 by any financial institution which involves electronic methods of fund transfers at places of business other than the premises of the financial institution. Provides that this Act shall expire December 1, 1976, or at such time as the Congress shall determine while it considers the report of the National Commission on Electronic Fund Transfers established by Public Law 93-495. 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4259 93 s 4259 Patent Modernization Act Commerce 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Fong, Hiram L. [R-HI] HI R F000245 0 Patent Modernization Act - Provides for the modernization and general revision of the patent laws (Title 35 of the United States Code). 2025-09-03T12:53:30Z  
93-s-4260 93 s 4260 A bill to require Federal departments and agencies to act in accord with a national policy of free and open competition in the economy. Economics and Public Finance 1974-12-19 1974-12-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 0 Sets out as the findings and purpose of this Act, that it is the responsibility of the Federal Government to identify the effects on competition of its activities and to act to maximize and promote competition. Defines the terms used in this Act. Requires each department and agency of the Federal Government to prepare a competitive impact statement for proposals for legislation and any other major action significantly affecting competition in the markets of natural resources, communications and data processing, finance, transportation, agriculture, ferrous and nonferrous metals, and chemicals and drugs. Requires such statement to include: (1) the impact on competition of the proposed action; (2) any adverse competitive effects which cannot be avoided should the action be taken; (3) alternatives to the proposed action; and (4) the degree to which countervailing considerations of economic, environmental, or social policy justify the adverse competitive aspects of the proposal. Directs each department and agency to take other actions to insure that the promotion of competition will be given appropriate consideration in decisionmaking. Prohibits the taking of any action which would violate the policies of the antitrust laws or of this Act unless necessary to accomplish a statutory objective or requirement of the agency. Requires each department or agency to recommend to the President and the Congress not later than July 1, 1976 such measures as may be necessary to bring its authority and policies into conformity with the purposes and provisions of this Act. Directs the Federal Trade Commission to report annually to the President and the Congress on the state of competition in the national economy in the markets specified above. Requires each agency to include in its annual report the state of competition in those industries subject to its regulation, and agency actions designed to foster competition in markets affected by such agency. Exempts from the provisions of this Act Federal agency action taken to promote p… 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
93-s-4246 93 s 4246 Consumer Fraud Act Commerce 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Moss, Frank E. [D-UT] UT D M001033 0 Consumer Fraud Act - Provides that whoever, in connection with the sale or distribution of goods, services, or other property by the use of any means or instrumentality of transportation or communication in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce or by use of the mails, willfully engages in or offers or attempts to engage in an unfair consumer practice, shall be fined not more that $10,000 or imprisoned for not more than 5 years, or both. Sets forth the definition of "unfair consumer practice", including: (1) offering goods or services intending not to sell them as offered; (2) advertising goods or services intending not to supply reasonably expectable public demands, unless the advertisement discloses a limitation; (3) knowingly making false or misleading statements concerning the need for, or necessity of, any goods, service replacements, or repairs; and (4) representing that the consumer will obtain any rights, privileges, or remedies knowing that the consumer will not in fact obtain them. States that any contract or agreement which provides for the purchase of goods or services in furtherance of an unfair consumer practice is void. 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4247 93 s 4247 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to increase the Federal excise tax on gasoline, to make such tax, as increased, a permanent tax, to provide that revenues derived from the increase in, and extension of, such tax are appropriated to the general fund rather than to the Highway Trust Fund, and to provide a credit for the increased tax paid with respect to not more than 500 gallons of gasoline purchased each year by a taxpayer. Taxation 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 0 Increases the tax on gasoline sold by the producer or importer thereof, or by any producer of gasoline, to (1) 14 cents a gallon with respect to gasoline sold before January 1, 1976; and (2) 24 cents a gallon with respect to gasoline sold after December 31, 1975. Reduces the percentage amount of gasoline taxes to be allocated to the Highway Trust Fund in calendar years 1975 and 1976. Allows as a credit against income tax of up to $50 of the increased tax paid pursuant to this Act. 2024-08-01T18:43:24Z  
93-s-4248 93 s 4248 A bill to repeal deduction for gasoline taxes. Taxation 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 0 Repeals the tax deduction for gasoline taxes under the Internal Revenue Code. 2024-08-01T18:43:24Z  
93-s-4249 93 s 4249 A bill to terminate the Highway Trust Fund. Transportation and Public Works 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 0 Terminates the Highway Trust Fund and covers its assets and liabilities into the general fund of the Treasury. 2024-08-01T18:43:24Z  
93-s-4250 93 s 4250 A bill to establish an automobile efficiency tax incentive program. Motor vehicles 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 0 Imposes a tax on each new automobile sold to a final purchaser. Sets forth the tax for specified fuel consumption rates. Allows a tax credit against such imposed tax. Provides an increased tax and credit for calendar years 1977-1978, 1979-1980, 1981-1982, and 1983 and thereafter. Defines the terms used in this Act. Requires the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to determine the fuel consumption rate of each automobile with each available engine size, standard accessories, and standard tires. States that the Administrator shall, not later than January 1, 1976, and by January 1 of each year thereafter, report to the Secretary of the Treasury a schedule of all such rates to be known as the Automobile Fuel Consumption Schedule. Requires the Automobile Fuel Consumption Schedule to be published in the Federal Register each year. States that the label to be affixed to each new car under the Automobile Information Disclosure Act shall include: (1) the fuel consumption rate determined to be applicable for such automobile; and (2) the tax paid or credit allowed under this Act. 2024-08-01T18:43:24Z  
93-s-4251 93 s 4251 A bill to amend title 23 of the United States Code in order to provide for standards for the enforcement of any maximum speed limit on any public highway required pursuant to Federal law. Transportation and Public Works 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 0 Directs the Secretary of Commerce to promulgate standards for State enforcement of any maximum speed limit on any public highway required pursuant to Federal law. (Adds 23 U.S.C. 154) 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4252 93 s 4252 Criminal Justice Information Control and Protection of Private Act Crime and Law Enforcement 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Ervin, Sam J., Jr. [D-NC] NC D E000211 4 Criminal Justice Information Control and Protection of Privacy Act - Title I: Findings and Declaration of Policy; Definitions; Applicability - Declares that in order to insure the security of criminal justice information systems, and to protect the privacy of individuals named in such systems, it is necessary and proper for the Congress to regulate the exchange of such information. Sets forth the definitions of terms used in this Act. Describes the information systems to which this Act applies, including those operated by the Federal Government, and to which it does not apply, including original books of entry or police blotters. Title II: Collection and Dissemination of Criminal Justice Information, Criminal Justice Investigations Information and Criminal Justice Intelligence Information - Prescribes the procedures for: (1) dissemination, access, and use of criminal justice information by criminal justice agencies; (2) dissemination of identification record and wanted persons record information; (3) dissemination, access, and use of criminal justice information by noncriminal justice agencies; and (4) dissemination, access, and use of criminal justice information with respect to appointments and employment investigations. Prohibits agencies having access to criminal justice information from disseminating it to others not authorized to have it or from using it for a purpose not authorized by this Act, with limited exceptions with regard to rehabilitation officials. Places limitations on access to criminal justice information via categories other than name. Requires every agency information system covered by this Act to promulgate regulations on security, accuracy, updating and purging. Sets out what such regulations must provide. Requires every agency or information system to establish a process for access and challenge of incorrect or inaccurate information. Details what such regulations must provide. Places limitations on the collection and dissemination of intelligence information. States that such in… 2025-09-03T12:53:30Z  
93-s-4253 93 s 4253 A bill to amend the Council on Wage and Price Stability Act to provide the Council the authority to issue subpoenas and to delay inflationary wage or price increases. Economics and Public Finance 1974-12-18 1974-12-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Javits, Jacob K. [R-NY] NY R J000064 0 Provides, under the Council on Wage and Price Stability Act (P.L. 93-387), that the Council shall have authority to: (1) issue subpenas; and (2) issue orders delaying for one period, not to exceed 60 days, the implementation of any wage or price increase which is likely to have a serious inflationary impact. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
93-s-4242 93 s 4242 An original bill to amend the Rail Passenger Service Act. Labor and Employment 1974-12-17 1974-12-20 Referred to House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce. Senate Sen. Hartke, Vance [D-IN] IN D H000297 0 Increases the maximum allowable salary of the Chief Executive Officer of the National Railroad Service Corporation to $85,000 per year. (Amends 45 U.S.C. 543(d)) 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
93-s-4243 93 s 4243 A bill to amend the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946 to authorize the appointment of hearing examiners by congressional committees. Congress 1974-12-17 1974-12-17 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Taft, Robert, Jr. [R-OH] OH R T000010 0 Authorizes, under the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1946, the appointment of hearing examiners by Senate committees to conduct full-fledged hearings of such committees. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
93-s-4244 93 s 4244 Part-Time Career Opportunity Act Government Operations and Politics 1974-12-17 1974-12-17 Referred to Senate Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. Senate Sen. Tunney, John V. [D-CA] CA D T000410 0 Part-Time Career Opportunity Act - Phases in, at the rate of 2 percent each year for five years up to a maximum of 10 percent, part-time jobs in the Federal Civil Service. Authorizes the Civil Service Commission to waive or reduce any such percentage minimum for a period not to exceed one year under specified circumstances. Authorizes to be appropriated the sums necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:25Z  
93-s-4245 93 s 4245 A bill to amend the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954 to prohibit the disposition of food to foreign countries under such act in any fiscal year unless the Secretary of Agriculture determines and certifies that all domestic feeding programs will be adequately provided with appropriate foods in such fiscal year. Agriculture and Food 1974-12-17 1974-12-17 Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry. Senate Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] DE D B000444 2 Prohibits the disposition of food to foreign countries under the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954 in any fiscal year unless the Secretary of Agriculture determines and certifies that all domestic feeding programs, including those under the National School Lunch Act and the Child Nutrition Act, will be adequately provided with appropriate foods in such fiscal year. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
93-s-4240 93 s 4240 Motor Vehicle Fuel Economy Act Commerce 1974-12-14 1974-12-14 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 0 Motor Vehicle Fuel Economy Act - Expresses the findings of Congress and declares the purposes of this Act, including: to encourage the manufacture of automobiles which reduce the amount of fuel consumed per mile traveled without reducing safety, damageability, or environmental standards. Defines the terms used in this Act. Directs the Secretary of the Department of Transportation to prescribe such minimum average fuel economy standards for any class or classes of new motor vehicles or new motor vehicle engines as in his judgment are necessary to assure the efficient utilization of fuels by such motor vehicles or engines. Sets forth the objectives of and the factors to be taken into consideration in such regulations. States that regulations shall be applicable to new light-duty motor vehicles manufactured during model year 1977 and thereafter, and with respect to model year 1977 shall be promulgated not later than two hundred and seventy days after the date of enactment of this Act. Provides that in order to determine whether new vehicles or new engines conform with regulations pursuant to this Act, the Secretary is authorized to test or require testing by such manufacturers. Empowers the Secretary and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to require manufacturers of new vehicles and engines to submit information and data as to sales and fuel economy and such other information that as may be required to ascertain compliance with the requirements of this Act. Requires manufacturers to: (1) warrant to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the new motor vehicle or motor vehicle engine is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform to the regulations for its useful life; and (2) to affix on each new motor vehicle subject to regulation under this Act a label indicating the fuel economy as determined through testing required by or performed under this Act or under title II of the Clean Air Act, and such other fuel economy information as the Secretary may require. Provides t… 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4241 93 s 4241 A bill to amend the act of March 30, 1904 (33 Stat. 154) granting certain lands to the city of Port Angeles, Wash.. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1974-12-14 1974-12-14 Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Senate Sen. Jackson, Henry M. [D-WA] WA D J000013 1 Permits specified lands granted to the city of Port Angeles, Washington, in 1904 to be utilized for public purposes (formerly for public park purposes). 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
93-s-4233 93 s 4233 Fuel Stamp Act Social Welfare 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare. Senate Sen. Hartke, Vance [D-IN] IN D H000297 0 Fuel Stamp Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to enter into agreements with States authorizing them to establish a fuel stamp program under which eligible households (to include individuals over age 60) will be provided with financial assistance (in the form of coupons) in the purchase of fuel for domestic heating and cooking. Authorizes the Secretary to make a determination, on the basis of regional differences in the cost of fuel and the nature of climatic conditions, which States have the greatest need for fuel stamps and to allocate such stamps in accordance with such criteria. Stipulates that the criteria for eligibility under this Act shall, except to the extent otherwise provided by this Act, be the same as those of the Food Stamp Act of 1964, as amended. States that households that meet the requirements of this Act and such criteria in the Food Stamp Act of 1964 will be eligible for assistance under this Act. Authorizes appropriations of such sums as are necessary to carry out the purposes of this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:29Z  
93-s-4234 93 s 4234 Mandatory Energy Conservation Act Energy 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Brooke, Edward W. [R-MA] MA R B000871 0 Mandatory Energy Conservation Act - Imposes a tax of 24 cents per gallon on gasoline sold by the producer or importer thereof. Terminates the Highway Trust Fund established under the Federal Aid Highway Act of 1959, covering any amounts in such fund into the general fund of the Treasury. Allows as a credit against the tax imposed by this Act 20 cents per gallon of gas purchased by the taxpayer during the taxable year up to $140 per year, reduced by 25 percent of the income of the taxpayer exceeding: (1) $12,000 in the case of an unmarried individual; (2) $15,000 in the case of a married individual filing a joint return; or (3) $7,500 in the case of a married individual filing a separate return. 2025-09-03T12:53:25Z  
93-s-4235 93 s 4235 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to provide for a tax on every new automobile with respect to its weight. Motor vehicles 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Brooke, Edward W. [R-MA] MA R B000871 0 Imposes upon every new automobile manufactured, produced, or imported, a tax based upon the respective weight of such automobile. States that the purposes of such tax are to stimulate the conservation of energy and to encourage the development, manufacture, and importation of automobiles which efficiently consume fuel. Requires that the tax shall be paid by the manufacturer, producer, or importer at such time and in such manner as the Secretary of Transportation shall prescribe. 2024-08-01T18:43:24Z  
93-s-4236 93 s 4236 A bill to delay for 6 months the purchase and ownership of gold by citizens of the United States. Gold 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Stevenson, Adlai E., III [D-IL] IL D S000890 0 Delays for six months (until July 1, 1975) the effective date of the Act allowing the purchase and ownership of gold by citizens of the United States. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
93-s-4237 93 s 4237 A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to authorize the Civil Aeronautics Board to assess civil penalties. Independent regulatory commissions 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Magnuson, Warren G. [D-WA] WA D M000053 0 Authorizes the Civil Aeronautics Board to assess the civil penalties provided in the Federal Aviation Act, and states that the validity and appropriateness of an order of the Board assessing such penalties shall not be subject to review in a proceeding to collect such penalties. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
93-s-4238 93 s 4238 A bill to prohibit the shipment in interstate commerce of dogs intended to be used to fight other dogs for purposes of sport, wagering, or entertainment. Animals 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Williams, Harrison A., Jr. [D-NJ] NJ D W000502 21 Prohibits the breeding, training, and interstate shipment of dogs intended to be used in dogfights for the purposes of sport, wagering or entertainment. Prohibits the manufacture, sale or movement of equipment to be used in shows involving dogfights, and the providing of facilities for such shows. Forbids the use of the Postal Service, telephone, telegraph, radio, and television for the purpose of promoting such shows. Provides a fine of not more than $25,000, or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both, and forfeiture of dogs and equipment involved, for violation of this Act. (Adds 18 U.S.C. 48). 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
93-s-4239 93 s 4239 International Disaster Relief Act Disaster relief 1974-12-13 1974-12-13 Referred to Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 6 International Disaster Relief Act - Expresses the policy of Congress that prompt United States assistance to alleviate human suffering caused by natural and man-made disasters abroad is an important expression of the humanitarian concern and tradition of the American people, and affirms the willingness of the United States to provide assistance for the humanitarian relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of peoples and countries affected by such disasters. Authorizes the President to furnish assistance for disaster relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction in the case of disasters that require large-scale relief and rehabilitation efforts which cannot be met adequately with the funds available for obligation for disaster relief under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. States that assistance made available under this Act shall be distributed to the maximum extent practicable under the auspices and direction of the United Nations and its specialized agencies, other international organizations or arrangements, multilateral institutions, or private voluntary agencies. Authorizes appropriations to the President, in addition to funds which may otherwise be available for such purposes, for fiscal year 1975 not to exceed $100,000,000 to assist in meeting the international relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction needs caused by the massive flooding and food shortages in the People's Republic of Bangladesh, the civil and international strife in the Republic of Cyprus, the drought and famine conditions in the nations of Africa, the hurricane damage in Honduras, and for such other international disasters that require large-scale humanitarian assistance. 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4228 93 s 4228 A bill for the relief of Germa Videta Rowe. Private Legislation 1974-12-12 1974-12-12 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Humphrey, Hubert H. [D-MN] MN D H000953 0 Provides for the relief of Germa Videta Rowe. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4229 93 s 4229 A bill to provide job opportunities in areas of high unemployment. Labor and Employment 1974-12-12 1974-12-12 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. McClure, James A. [R-ID] ID R M000346 3 States that it is the purpose of this Act to provide emergency financial assistance to stimulate, maintain, or expand job-creating activities in areas suffering from unusually high unemployment. Directs the Secretary of Commerce, in consultation with the heads of Federal departments and agencies, to review proposed expenditures authorized by Federal law to identify programs having the potential to stimulate job creation in eligible areas. Defines an "eligible area" as one of 6.5 percent unemployment prior to the month the designation is made, and specifies the items to be given priority consideration by the Secretary in making the allocations authorized by this Act. Authorizes to be appropriated $1,000,000,000 for fiscal years 1975 and 1976 to carry out the provisions of this Act. 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4230 93 s 4230 Taxpayer Audit Disclosure Act Taxation 1974-12-12 1974-12-12 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Weicker, Lowell P., Jr. [R-CT] CT R W000253 1 Taxpayer Audit Disclosure Act - Requires the establishment of formal procedures and criteria for the selection of individual income tax returns for audit. Directs the Secretary of the Treasury or his delegate to provide any individual selected for auditing with a written notice which clearly specifies the reasons for and manner in which the return of such individual was selected for audit. Provides that the Secretary or his delegate shall furnish to such individual a written explanation which describes the audit procedure, the rights which a taxpayer may exercise during such procedure, the right of the taxpayer to make an administrative or judicial appeal from an adverse decision at the end of such procedure, and the right of the taxpayer to claim a refund. Requires the Secretary of the Treasury or his delegate to submit to the Joint Committee on Internal Revenue Taxation before September 30 of each year a report setting forth: (1) the number of individuals whose returns were selected for audit during the previous 12-month period; (2) a classification of individuals whose returns were audited during the previous 12-month period by, among other factors, income levels, geographic distribution, and profession; (3) the number of individuals audited during the previous 12-month period who were found to have made underpayments or overpayments of tax, together with summary statistics reflecting the percentage of such number, by income category, who made underpayments or overpayments of certain ranges of amounts (to be determined by the Secretary or his delegate); and (4) such other information as may be requested by the joint committee in accordance with the purposes of this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:25Z  
93-s-4231 93 s 4231 A bill for the relief of Antoinette L. M. Smith. Private Legislation 1974-12-12 1974-12-12 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX] TX D B000401 0 Provides for the relief of Antoinette L. M. Smith. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4232 93 s 4232 Freedom from Military Surveillance Act Right of privacy 1974-12-12 1974-12-12 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Ervin, Sam J., Jr. [D-NC] NC D E000211 0 Freedom From Military Surveillance Act - Restricts, under the first amendment and fourth amendment to the Constitution and the constitutional right of privacy, the actions of any civil officer of the United States or any member of the Armed Forces of the United States from using the Armed Forces of the United States to exercise surveillance of civilians or to execute the civil laws. Provides for actual and punitive damages, as well as reasonable attorney's costs, upon the success of an action against such persons for a violation of the provisions of this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:30Z  
93-s-4222 93 s 4222 A bill to authorize the extension of certain leases under the act of February 25, 1920. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Senate Sen. Moss, Frank E. [D-UT] UT D M001033 0 Directs the Secretary of the Interior to extend for 2 years the lease on lands held for the production of mineral resources where such lease has expired solely because of the failure of the lessee to initiate actual drilling operations due to the pendency of an environmental impact statement. 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
93-s-4223 93 s 4223 Telecommunications Facilities and Demonstration Act Science, Technology, Communications 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Magnuson, Warren G. [D-WA] WA D M000053 1 Telecommunications Facilities and Demonstration Act - States that the purposes of this Act are: (1) to assist (through matching grants) in the construction of noncommercial educational television or radio broadcasting facilities; (2) to demonstrate (through grants or contracts) the use of telecommunications technologies for the distribution and dissemination of health, education, and other social service information; and (3) to promote the development of non-broadcast telecommunications facilities and services for the transmission, distribution, and delivery of health, education, and social service information. Authorizes apporpriations of such sums as may be necessary for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1975 and for the five succeeding fiscal years for the payment of grants for the above purposes upon approval of applications submitted to the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare. 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4224 93 s 4224 A bill to provide for an investigation of the character and past activities of potential Vice Presidential nominees by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Government Operations and Politics 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Brock, Bill [R-TN] TN R B000851 0 Provides that whenever there is a vacancy in the office of Vice President the President may, in writing, request that the Attorney General investigate not more than ten individuals listed in such request by the President as potential Vice Presidential nominees. States that a Presidential candidate may, in writing, request that the Attorney General investigate not more than ten individuals listed in such request by the Presidential candidate as potential Vice Presidential nominees. Directs the Attorney General upon receiving a written request from the President or from a Presidential candidate under this Act to conduct an investigation through the Federal Bureau of Investigation of the individuals listed in such request. Provides that an individual who is the subject of an investigation conducted under this Act shall be notified by the Attorney General when the investigation is completed and shall be given an opportunity to review the evidence and information obtained through such investigation. States that upon the nomination of a candidate for the office of Vice President by the President acting under the twenty-fifth amendment to the Constitution, all evidence and information obtained pursuant to an authorized investigation under this Act relating to such candidate shall be forwarded to the appropriate committees of the Congress. Provides that the disclosure, release, or retention (after confirmation of the subject) of evidence or information in violation of the provisions of this Act shall be punishable by a fine not to exceed $50,000, imprisonment not to exceed five years, or both. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4225 93 s 4225 Equal Credit Opportunity Act Amendments Credit 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Brock, Bill [R-TN] TN R B000851 19 Equal Credit Opportunity Act Amendments - Prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in the granting of credit. 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4226 93 s 4226 A bill to extend the life of the Postal Service Advisory Council. Government Operations and Politics 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. Senate Sen. Brock, Bill [R-TN] TN R B000851 0 Extends the life of the Postal Service Advisory Council for 2 years. States that the Postmaster General and Deputy Postmaster General shall be members ex officio of the Council. Provides that the President shall appoint the thirteen members of the Council to be representative of postal services employees, major mail users, and the public at large. Directs the Council to make annual reports to the President and the Congress. 2024-08-01T18:43:23Z  
93-s-4227 93 s 4227 Watergate Reorganization and Reform Act Crime and Law Enforcement 1974-12-11 1974-12-11 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Ervin, Sam J., Jr. [D-NC] NC D E000211 6 Watergate Reorganization and Reform Act - Title I: Establishment of Government Offices - Establishes, as an independent establishment of the Government, the Office of the Public Attorney, under the direction of the Public Attorney, appointed by three retired courts of appeals judges designated by the Chief Justice of the United States. States that no individual may serve as Public Attorney unless agreeing not to occupy any popularly elected office under the United States or to accept any other employment in the Government for five years aftter termination of services as the Public Attorney. Directs the Public Attorney to investigate and prosecute: (1) allegations of corruption in the administration of the laws by the executive branch of the Government; (2) cases referred by the Attorney General because of actual or potential conflicts of interest; (3) criminal cases referred to him by the Federal Election Commission; and (4) allegations of violations of Federal laws relating to campaigns and elections for elective office. Requires the Public Attorney to notify the Attorney General of the initiation of an investigation or proceeding with respect to such matters. Limits the Attorney General's activities in any such matters without prior written approval and requires him to inform the Public Attorney of any investigation which falls udner the Public Attorney's jurisdiction. Enumerates the powers of the Public Attorney, including: (1) to issue appropriate instructions to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and other domestic investigative agencies of the United States; (2) to receive appropriate national security clearances; and (3) to exercise all other powers as to the conduct of criminal investigations, prosecutions (including prosecutions for perjury committed in the course of any investigation or judicial or legislative hearing with respect to any matter within his jurisdiction), civil proceedings, and appeals within his jurisdiction that would otherwise be vested exclusively in the Attorney General and the… 2025-09-03T12:53:29Z  
93-s-4220 93 s 4220 A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a study with regard to histoplasmosis. Health 1974-12-10 1974-12-10 Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare. Senate Sen. Hartke, Vance [D-IN] IN D H000297 0 Directs the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to conduct a research program with regard to the diagnosis and treatment of histoplasmosis and ocular histoplasmosis. Authorizes, for fiscal years 1975-1977, specified sums to be appropriated for the research programs and for conducting training programs. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
93-s-4221 93 s 4221 A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to exempt employees engaged in livestock brand inspections from the overtime compensation provisions of that act.   1974-12-10 1974-12-10 Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare. Senate Sen. Curtis, Carl T. [R-NE] NE R C001006 0 Exempts employees engaged in livestock brand inspections from the overtime compensation provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
93-s-4217 93 s 4217 A bill to amend section 1 of the Flood Control Act of 1936 (49 Stat. 1570) to authorize the consideration of public health benefits in support of Federal projects for the control of floods. Emergency Management 1974-12-09 1974-12-09 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Taft, Robert, Jr. [R-OH] OH R T000010 0 Authorizes, under the Flood Control Act of 1936, the consideration of public health benefits in support of Federal projects for the control of floods. 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4218 93 s 4218 A bill to encourage States not presently having in effect an approved medicaid plan to establish and put into effect such a plan. Social Welfare 1974-12-09 1974-12-09 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Fannin, Paul J. [R-AZ] AZ R F000013 0 Provides that in the case of any State which does not have in effect a State plan approved under title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act, and is preparing to put such a plan into effect not later than January 1, 1976, such State shall with respect to expenditures made in preparation of its implementation, be entitled to payments under specified provisions of the Social Security Act. Imposes a liability to repay if any State fails to implement by January 1, 1976, a State plan approved under title XIX of the Social Security Act. 2024-08-01T18:43:23Z  
93-s-4219 93 s 4219 A bill to amend section 1504 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended. Taxation 1974-12-09 1974-12-09 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Ribicoff, Abraham A. [D-CT] CT D R000191 0 Denies to insurance companies (but not mutual insurance companies) and foreign corporations the privilege of filing consolidated returns in the case where one such company is substantially owned by another. 2024-08-01T18:43:23Z  
93-s-4214 93 s 4214 A bill to amend section 313 of the National Housing Act, as amended by the Emergency Home Purchase Assistance Act of 1974, to authorize GNMA, under the emergency program authorized by that section, to purchase certain mortgages covering multifamily rental, cooperative or condominium housing. Housing and Community Development 1974-12-05 1974-12-05 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Taft, Robert, Jr. [R-OH] OH R T000010 5 Authorizes the Government National Mortgage Association, under the emergency program authorized by the Emergency Home Purchase Assistance Act, to purchase qualified mortgages covering multifamily rental, cooperative, or condominium housing. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
93-s-4215 93 s 4215 A bill to study certain lands in the Sierra National Forest, Calif., for possible inclusion in the national wilderness preservation system. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1974-12-05 1974-12-05 Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Senate Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] CA D C000877 1 Directs the Secretary of Agriculture to review specified lands in the Sierra National Forest, California, for possible inclusion in the National Wilderness Preservation System. Authorizes to be appropriated such amount as necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
93-s-4216 93 s 4216 Natural Gas Agricultural Priority Act Energy 1974-12-05 1974-12-05 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. McGovern, George [D-SD] SD D M000452 23 Natural Gas Agricultural Priority Act - Provides, under the Natural Gas Act, a priority system for specified agricultural uses of natural gas. Directs the Federal Power Commission to prohibit any interruption or curtailment of natural gas and take such other steps as are necessary to assure as soon as possible the availability in interstate commerce of sufficient quantities of natural gas for use as a raw material feedstock or process fuel in the production of fertilizer, animal feed grade chemicals, essential agricultural chemicals, and for use in agricultural crop drying. Defines "sufficient quantities of natural gas" for purposes of this Act. Provides that the rule implemented by the Commission shall also apply with respect to the availability of natural gas sold in intrastate commerce in any State which has not, within ninety days, adopted a rule to implement the purposes of the first provision of this Act. Directs the Commission to, by rule, prohibit boiler fuel use of natural gas and propane in interstate and intrastate commerce not contracted for prior to the date of enactment of this Act by users other than residential or small commercial users unless, upon petition by a user, the Commission determines that enumerated criteria are met. 2025-09-03T12:53:27Z  
93-s-4205 93 s 4205 Foreign Bank Act   1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Sparkman, John J. [D-AL] AL D S000701 3 Foreign Bank Act - Redefines "bank" to include branches and agencies of foreign banks established or operating under the laws of the United States, any State, or the District of Columbia. Adds definitions of other terms to the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956. Requires foreign banks with worldwide assets in excess of $500,000,000 to become members of the Federal Reserve System. Prescribes regulations for the acquisition and establishment of additional branches and agencies by bank holding companies and foreign banks. Requires divestiture within 2 years of the date of enactment by bank holding companies, foreign bank holding companies, and their subsidiaries, of any branch or agency outside the State in which the operations of the company's banking subsidiaries are principally conducted, which was acquired after December 3, 1974. Requires divestiture within 10 years of non-banking interests acquired after December 3, 1974 by foreign bank companies. Allows the retention of banking facilities in the State in which the foreign bank's operations are principally conducted and expansion in that State in any form permitted by State law. Allows expansion outside the principal State in the same form as that in which the bank company's operations are presently conducted in the non-principal State. Redefines, and adds, terms to the Federal Reserve Act. Provides that any branch of a foreign bank operating under this Act which fails to become a member of the Federal Reserve System within one year of passage of this Act shall forfeit all of its rights, privileges, and franchises. Allows the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System to waive the requirements of the Federal Reserve Act that a majority of the shares of a corporation doing foreign banking be owned or controlled by United States citizens and that all of the directors of such a corporation be United States citizens. Permits a national banking association to be formed under the National Bank Act by or on behalf of a foreign bank. Allows the Comptroller of… 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4206 93 s 4206 A bill to provide price support for milk at not less than 90 percent of the parity price therefor. Agriculture and Food 1974-12-04 1975-01-04 Pocket vetoed by President. Senate Sen. Humphrey, Hubert H. [D-MN] MN D H000953 7 (LATEST SUMMARY) Provides that the price of milk shall be supported at not less than 85 percent of the parity price for the period beginning on the date of enactment of this Act and ending March 31, 1976. Expresses the sense of Congress that the President take appropriate action to assure that meat and meat product imports not exceed the adjusted base for the current year and that import quotas of selected dairy products not exceed the levels prevailing as of June 1, 1971, as authorized by the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1933. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
93-s-4207 93 s 4207 Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act Labor and Employment 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Ribicoff, Abraham A. [D-CT] CT D R000191 39 Emergency Unemployment Compensation Act - Provides that, for the purposes of the Federal-State Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 1970, there is a State "emergency on" indicator for a week if there is a State or National "emergency on" indicator for such a week. Provides, for the same purposes, that there is a State "emergency off" indicator for a week if there is both a State and National "emergency off" indicator for such week. States that, with respect to the period which begins January 1, 1975, no emergency compensation shall be payable after a specified time pursuant to the provisions of the Federal-State Extended Unemployment Compensation Act of 1970 relating to the payment of extended compensation. Changes the rate of insured unemployment definitive of a national "on" indicator from 4.5 to 4 percent for all States. Provides that there shall be paid to the States 100 percent of the sharable extended compensation and sharable regular compensation paid to individuals under State law. 2025-09-03T12:53:24Z  
93-s-4208 93 s 4208 A bill for the relief of Ubaldo Trevizo, Emma Tolanda Trevizo, Rodolfo Trevizo, Junior, and Olaya Trevizo. Private Legislation 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Montoya, Joseph M. [D-NM] NM D M000876 0 Provides for the relief of Ubaldo Trevizo, Emma Tolanda Trevizo, Rodolfo Trevizo, Junior, and Olaya Trevizo. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4209 93 s 4209 Intergovernmental Emergency Heating Fuel Assistance Act Energy 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare. Senate Sen. Muskie, Edmund S. [D-ME] ME D M001121 16 Intergovernmental Emergency Heating Fuel Assistance Act - Declares it to be the policy of the United States to provide financial assistance payments to the States to help them pay for assistance to low-income families who cannot afford the cost of heating their homes this winter. Authorizes the Administrator of the Federal Energy Administration to make grants to States for assisting families with annual incomes of $8,000 or less to meet the high cost of acquiring heating fuel during the present energy emergency. Authorizes appropriations of $75,000,000 for fiscal year 1975 for the purpose of making such grants. Directs the Administrator to allot to each State an amount equal to the amount appropriated under this Act multiplied by the ratio obtained by multiplying the temperature factor of the State by the number of eligible families in the State and then dividing that product by the sum of such products for all States. 2025-09-03T12:53:29Z  
93-s-4210 93 s 4210 A bill to establish an Office of Intergovernmental Policy Coordination within the Department of the Treasury. Government Operations and Politics 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 1 Establishes an Office of Intergovernmental Economic Policy Coordination within the Department of the Treasury to coordinate with State, county, and local governments the formulation of economic policy. Directs the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations to conduct a study to determine what changes should be made in Federal government structure to assure meaningfull participation of State, county, and local governments in (1) economic policy formulation and (2) energy policy formulation. Authorizes to be appropriated sums necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
93-s-4211 93 s 4211 A bill to amend the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 to prohibit the solicitation or acceptance of rebates by shippers of property in air transportation. Transportation and Public Works 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Moss, Frank E. [D-UT] UT D M001033 0 Prohibits the solicitation or acceptance of rebates by shippers of property in air transportation. Sets forth penalties for violations of the provisions of this Act. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
93-s-4212 93 s 4212 National Center for Productivity and Economic Competition Act Labor and Employment 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 6 National Center for Productivity and Economic Competition Act - Title I: General Provisions - States that it is the purpose of this Act to consolidate in one governmental unit the responsibility to: (1) establish a national policy for short-term and long-term productivity growth and work quality in the United States; (2) correct those public and private structural imbalances which impede productivity, growth, improved work quality, and the effective performance of society and the economy; (3) identify ways and means for more effective collaborative joint efforts by labor and industry to effect growth in productivity and improved work quality; (4) identify, encourage, and support development and implementation of all useful technologies, systems, incentives, methods, and techniques for enhancing growth of productivity and improving work quality in the public and private sectors of the United States; (5) maximize the contributions of the Federal Government to productivity growth and improved work quality in both the private and public sector, including the Federal Establishment; and (6) increase public understanding of productivity and work quality, the ways in which productivity and work quality can be improved, and the urgency of such improvement in all sectors of the economy. Title II: National Center for Productivity and Economic Competition - Establishes as an independent establishment of the executive branch the National Center for Productivity and Work Quality to be under the general direction of a board of directors of specified membership. Specifies the functions of the Center consonant with the purposes of this Act. Authorizes the Executive Director of the Center to enter into contracts, without regard to Federal procurement statutes, for research and demonstration programs or projects to effectuate the achievement of the purposes of this Act. Specifies limitations to be placed on the authority to make grants and contracts under this Act. Title III: Miscellaneous Provisions - Provides that the duties,… 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4213 93 s 4213 A bill to further insect and disease control programs of the Forest Service, Department of Agriculture. Agriculture and Food 1974-12-04 1974-12-04 Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry. Senate Sen. Hathaway, William D. [D-ME] ME D H000346 1 Provides that advances of money under any appropriation for the Forest Service may be made to the Forest Service by authority of the Secretary of Agriculture for the control of forest insects and diseases in accord with the applicable provisions of the Forest Pest Control Act. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
93-s-4199 93 s 4199 Housing Securities Act Finance and Financial Sector 1974-12-03 1974-12-03 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Sparkman, John J. [D-AL] AL D S000701 0 Housing Securities Act - Exempts from the provisions of the Securities Act of 1933 those sales of securities where the transactions involve offers or sales of one or more promissory notes directly secured by a first lien on a single parcel of real estate upon which a residential or commercial structure is located, and which meets the conditions set forth in this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4200 93 s 4200 A bill to amend the act of September 5, 1962, to authorize the acquisition of land for the Edison National Historic Site in the State of New Jersey. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1974-12-03 1974-12-03 Referred to Senate Committee on Interior and Insular Affairs. Senate Sen. Case, Clifford P. [R-NJ] NJ R C000220 0 Authorizes an appropriation of up to $75,000 for the acquisition of land for the Edison National Historic Site in the State of New Jersey. 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
93-s-4201 93 s 4201 A bill for the relief of the estate of Melvin D. Anderson. Private Legislation 1974-12-03 1974-12-03 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Montoya, Joseph M. [D-NM] NM D M000876 0 Provides for the relief of the estate of Melvin D. Anderson. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4202 93 s 4202 Inflation Impact Statement Act Inflation 1974-12-03 1974-12-03 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Taft, Robert, Jr. [R-OH] OH R T000010 0 Inflation Inpact Statement Act - Requires the Congressional Budget Office to supply the Congress with an estimate of the impact on the aggregate rate of inflation and the cost of particular goods and services, for five fiscal years, of any legislation which is reported by Senate and House of Representatives committees for further congressional consideration. 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4203 93 s 4203 A bill to repeal exemptions in the antitrust laws relating to fair trade laws. Commerce 1974-12-03 1974-12-03 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Brooke, Edward W. [R-MA] MA R B000871 5 Repeals, under the 1890 Act to protect trade and commerce against unlawful restraints and monopolies and under the Federal Trade Commission Act, exemptions in the antitrust laws relating to fair trade laws (also known as resale price maintenance or quality stabilization laws) which permit agreements prescribing minimum or stipulated prices for the resale of brand-name commodities. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4204 93 s 4204 An original bill to authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to continue the minting of dollars, half dollars, and quarter dollars bearing the current design and coinage date during calendar year 1975. Coins and coinage 1974-12-03 1974-12-05 Referred to House Committee on Banking and Currency. Senate Sen. Hathaway, William D. [D-ME] ME D H000346 0 Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to continue the minting of dollars, half-dollars, and quarter-dollars bearing the current design and coinage date during calendar year 1975. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
93-s-4197 93 s 4197 United Nations Peacekeeping Forces in the Middle East Authorization Act International Affairs 1974-12-02 1974-12-02 Referred to Senate Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. McGee, Gale W. [D-WY] WY D M000445 0 United Nations Peacekeeping Forces in the Middle East Authorization Act - Authorizes to be appropriated to the Department of State such sums as necessary for payment of the United States share of the expenses of the United Nations peacekeeping forces in the Middle East. 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4198 93 s 4198 A bill for the relief of Danesh Deally, wife Edalin, and two children Andrew and Angela. Private Legislation 1974-12-02 1974-12-02 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Mondale, Walter F. [D-MN] MN D M000851 0 Provides for the relief of Danesh Deally, wife Edalin, and two children Andrew and Angela. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4190 93 s 4190 A bill to amend chapter 41 of title 10, United States Code, to require that retired members of the armed forces recalled to active duty and appointed to positions of importance and responsibility be appointed by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. Armed Forces and National Security 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Hughes, Harold E. [D-IA] IA D H000922 0 Requires that retired officers of the Armed Forces who are recalled to active duty and appointed to positions of importance and responsibility by the President shall be appointed only by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. 2025-01-14T17:07:58Z  
93-s-4191 93 s 4191 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 to prevent political misuse of the Internal Revenue Service, to restrict the access of Federal and State agencies to confidential tax information. Taxation 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX] TX D B000401 1 Provides, under the Internal Revenue Code, that whoever initiates, attempts to initiate, or threatens to initiate an income tax audit, investigation, or prosecution in a discriminatory manner (1) on account of reasons other than enforcement; or (2) on account of race, creed, or color, or any political activity, shall be fined up $10,000 or imprisoned up to five years or both. Provides for an audit by the Comptroller General of the operations of the Internal Revenue Service for the Committee on Finance and the Committee on Ways and Means. Specifies the subject matter of such investigations and requires their annual reporting to the committees. Increases the criminal penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of confidential tax information. Imposes new civil penalties for the unauthorized disclosure of such information. Provides that all returns are confidential records, enumerating specifically those persons for whom inspection of returns is authorized. Requires a written request by the President prior to the inspection of any returns by employees of the White House Office. Requires the filing of a semi-annual report to the Joint Committee on Internal Revenue Taxation listing the returns furnished for inspection: (1) under court ordered procedures for Federal law enforcement; (2) to State tax law administrative bodies; (3) to the President and White House Office employees; and (4) to committees of Congress. Provides for the disclosure of specified tax information to the Social Security Administration, the Railroad Retirement Board, the Department of Labor, and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. 2024-08-01T18:43:23Z  
93-s-4192 93 s 4192 A bill for the relief of Dr. Nur Badshah. Private Legislation 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Bellmon, Henry L. [R-OK] OK R B000351 0 Provides for the relief of Dr. Nur Badshah. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4193 93 s 4193 A bill to amend section 1003 of title 38, United States Code, relating to memorial areas and appropriate memorials to honor the memory of certain deceased members of the Armed Forces whose remains were buried at sea, have not been identified, or were nonrecoverable. Monuments and memorials 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D I000025 0 Authorizes access to memorial areas and appropriate memorials to honor the memory of those deceased members of the Armed Forces whose remains were donated for use in medical research or training in the same manner as provided for those deceased members whose remains were buried at sea, have not been identified, or were nonrecoverable. 2025-01-14T17:02:09Z  
93-s-4194 93 s 4194 An original bill to extend the authorizations of appropriations in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for 1 year, to transfer the Rehabilitation Services Administration to the Office of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, to make certain technical and clarifying amendments, and for other purposes; to amend the Randolph-Sheppard Act for the Blind to strengthen the programs authorized thereunder; and to provide for the convening of a White House Conference on Handicapped Individuals. Labor and Employment 1974-11-26 1974-12-02 Measure indefinitely postponed in Senate (H.R. l7503 with similar provisions passed Senate 11/26/74). Senate Sen. Williams, Harrison A., Jr. [D-NJ] NJ D W000502 0 Title I: Rehabilitation Act Amendments - Rehabilitation Act Amendments - Establishes in the Office of the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare a Rehabilitation Services Administration to carry out this Act. Provides, under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, for the extension of authorization of appropriations for: (1) vocational rehabilitation services; (2) research and training; (3) grants for construction of rehabilitation facilities; (4) vocational training services for handicapped individuals; (5) special projects and demonstrations; (6) the National Center for Deaf-Blind Youths and Adults; (7) program and project evaluation; (8) secretarial responsibilities; and (9) the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board. Title II: Randolph-Sheppard Act Amendments - Randolph-Sheppard Act Amendments - Expresses the findings of Congress, including that after review of the blind vending stand program authorized under the Randolph-Sheppard Act of 1936, the program has not been developed in the manner and spirit in which Congress intended. Authorizes the operation of such vending facilities on any Federal property, stating that priority shall be given to blind persons licensed by a State agency as provided in this Act. Enumerates new Federal and State responsibilities for carrying out the Randolph-Sheppard Act. Provides that after January 1, 1975, no department of the United States shall undertake to acquire any building unless such building includes a site for the location of a vending facility by a blind person, with enumerated exceptions relating to a limited number of people using the property. Makes provisions throughout the Randolph-Sheppard Act for changing the word "stand" to "facility". States that any blind licensee dissatisfied with any action arising from the operation of the vending facility program may request a hearing from the State licensing agency. Provides for arbitration panels to hear such grievances, setting forth their composition and duties. Provides that no limitation shall… 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
93-s-4195 93 s 4195 Economic Impact Act Economics and Public Finance 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Humphrey, Hubert H. [D-MN] MN D H000953 1 Economic Impact Act - Requries the Director of the Congressional Budget Office to prepare an economic impact statement for each bill or joint resolution reported in the Senate or the House of Representatives, each amendment proposed on the floor of Congress, and each rule or regulation proposed by any Federal agency. Provides that such a statement shall cover the fiscal year in which the bill or rule is proposed and each of the five following fiscal years, or the authorized duration of the bill's provisions, and shall analyze specified economic and social factors. Directs Federal agencies to provide all necessary assistance to the Director in carrying out his duties under this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4196 93 s 4196 Congressional Election Financing Act Government Operations and Politics 1974-11-26 1974-11-26 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 9 Congressional Election Financing Act - Adds to the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 a Title V: Public Financing of Congressional Elections. Sets forth the definitions of terms to be used in this Act. States that to be eligible to receive payments under this title, a candidate for election to Federal Office shall agree: (1) to obtain and to furnish to the Commission any evidence it may request about his campaign expenditures and contributions; (2) to keep and to furnish to the Commission information it may request; (3) to permit an audit and examination by the Commission and to pay any amounts required; and (4) to furnish statements of campaign expenditures and proposed campaign expenditures. Enumerates the eligibility certification requirements to be met by every candidate prior to receiving payments under this Act. Provides that every eligible candidate is entitled to payments in connection with his primary election campaign in an amount which is equal to the amount of contributions he accepts for that campaign. Describes the amounts which major party and minor party candidates are entitled to receive. Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to maintain in the Presidential Election Campaign Fund a separate account to be known as the Congressional Election Account. Directs the Secretary to deposit in the Account the amount available after payments for Presidential elections and nominating conventions have been set aside plus such additional amounts as may be authorized to be appropriated to carry out this title. Directs the Secretary to pay to candidates from this Account the amounts certified by the Federal Elections Commission. Requires that, after each congressional election, the Commission shall conduct a thorough examination and audit of the campaign expenditures of all candidates who received payments under this title. Provides for repayment of funds to the Account in the case of excess payments, the failure to make expenditures of any portion of the payments received, or the expenditure of su… 2025-09-03T12:53:24Z  
93-s-4182 93 s 4182 A bill requiring the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain lands to Mr. and Mrs. Pat Clark of Las Vegas, Nevada. Private Legislation 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry. Senate Sen. Cannon, Howard W. [D-NV] NV D C000120 0 Requires the Secretary of Agriculture to convey certain lands to Mr. and Mrs. Pat Clark of Las Vegas, Nevada. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
93-s-4183 93 s 4183 A bill to reduce the salaries of the President, Senators, and Members of the House of Representatives. Federal officials 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. Senate Sen. Symington, Stuart [D-MO] MO D S001136 2 Reduces the annual rate of compensation for the President, Senators, Members of the House of Representatives, including the Resident Commissioner from Puerto Rico and the Delegate from the District of Columbia, and all other Federal Government employees in the executive and legislative branches with salaries of $40,000 or more, by 10 percent effective January 1, 1975. 2024-08-01T18:43:22Z  
93-s-4184 93 s 4184 Economic Adjustment Corporation Act Economics and Public Finance 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D I000025 0 Economic Adjustment Corporation Act - Establishes an Economic Adjustment Corporation. Provides that the Corporation shall have an initial capital stock of $600,000,000, subscribed by the United States of America, payment for which shall be subject to call in whole or in part by the Board of Directors of the Corporation. Authorizes to be appropriated not to exceed $600,000,000 for the purpose of making payments upon such subscription when called. Provides that the management of the Corporation shall be vested in a Board of Directors which shall consist of a Chairman, who shall be so designated at the time of his appointment, and six additional members. Grants the Corporation powers to carry out its functions. Makes it the function of the Corporation to assist in the financing of agriculture, commerce, and industry where needed for the purpose of increasing productivity, increasing employment, decreasing energy consumption, creating a favorable balance of payments, preventing major dislocations in economic sectors, or otherwise helping to restore or maintain a stable economy. Authorizes the Corporation to purchase obligations of or make loans to any business enterprise or financial institution organized and operating under the laws of any State or of the United States or to any public agency, corporation, board, or commission if specified conditions are met. Provides that financial assistance under this Act may be extended by the Corporation directly or in cooperation with banks and other lending or financial institutions directly or through agreements to participate on a deferred basis. Provides that the aggregate amount of loans and investments outstanding at any one time under this Act shall not exceed $8,000,000,000. 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4185 93 s 4185 A bill to amend part A of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to cover certain additional inpatient hospital services furnished outside the United States to individuals insured for benefits provided under such part A. Health 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 0 Authorizes coverage of emergency inpatient hospital services furnished outisde the United States to individuals insured for hospital benefits under the Medicare program of the Social Security Act. 2024-08-01T18:43:23Z  
93-s-4186 93 s 4186 A bill to provide that the reservoir formed by the lock and dam referred to as the "Jones Bluff lock and dam" on the Alabama River, Ala. shall hereafter be known as the R. E. "Bob" Woodruff Reservoir. Water Resources Development 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Allen, James B. [D-AL] AL D A000127 1 Provides for the designation of the reservoir formed by the lock and dam referred to as the "Jones Bluff Lock and Dam" on the Alabama River, Alabama, as the R. E. "Bob" Woodruff Reservoir, in honor of the late Probate Judge R. E. "Bob" Woodruff of Lowndes County, Alabama. 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4187 93 s 4187 Tax Reform and Relief Act Taxation 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Mondale, Walter F. [D-MN] MN D M000851 14 Tax Reform and Relief Act - Title I: Tax Relief for Low-and Middle-Income Taxpayers - States that at the election of the taxpayer, for taxable years beginning after December 31, 1974, there shall be allowed, as a credit, an amount equal to $175 multiplied by the number of exemptions to which the taxpayer is entitled under section 151 of the Internal Revenue Code. Requires that such credit shall not exceed the tax imposed for the taxable year. Sets forth a special rule for exemptions for the taxable year 1974. Provides that there shall be allowed to a taxpayer who is an eligible individual as a credit an amount equal to a specified percentage of the social security taxes imposed on him and his employer with respect to wages received by the taxpayer during that year. States that the amount of the credit allowable to a taxpayer shall not exceed an amount equal to 10 percent of so much of his wages as does not exceed $4,000 received by that individual during that year with respect to employment, and that the amount of the credit shall be reduced by one-fourth of the amount by which a taxpayer's income exceeds $4,000. Provides that a taxpayer may receive an advance refund of the credit allowable to him not more frequently than quarterly by filing an election for such refund with the Secretary. States that if the taxpayer elects to base his claim for refund on social security taxes imposed on him, his spouse, and their employers, the election shall be a joint election signed by the taxpayer and his spouse. Title II: Amendments to Increase Revenues - Provides for the termination of special tax treatment for a Domestic International Sales Corporation (DISC). Imposes an excise tax on the windfall profits from domestic crude oil removed from the premises on every person entitled to a deduction for depletion with respect to the crude oil. States that each person liable for such tax shall be allowed, as a credit against such tax, an amount equal to such person's plowback investment for such taxable period. Defines "wind… 2025-09-03T12:53:24Z  
93-s-4188 93 s 4188 A bill to amend section 502 of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958 to provide for loans for plant acquisition. Commerce 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Curtis, Carl T. [R-NE] NE R C001006 0 Authorizes the Small Business Administration to make loans for plant acquisition. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
93-s-4189 93 s 4189 A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act in order to increase the authorization for the Alaska village demonstration projects. Environmental Protection 1974-11-25 1974-11-25 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] AK R S000888 0 Increases from $2,000,000 to $3,500,000 the authorization for the Alaska Village demonstration projects under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. (Amends 33 U.S.C. 1263) 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4181 93 s 4181 Voting Rights Amendments Government Operations and Politics 1974-11-22 1974-11-22 Referred to Senate Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Allen, James B. [D-AL] AL D A000127 1 Voting Rights Amendments - Repeals the provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, relating to State-imposed tests on the right to vote, and presumptions of illegal State action. Makes technical and conforming amendments. 2025-09-03T12:53:30Z  
93-s-4179 93 s 4179 A bill to amend section 2 of the Tennessee Valley Authority Act of 1933 so as to require all meetings of the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority to be open to the public. Energy 1974-11-21 1974-11-21 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Brock, Bill [R-TN] TN R B000851 0 Requires that all meetings of the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority involving the transaction of business of such Board shall be open to the public. Requires public notification of such meetings not less than twenty-four hours prior to each meeting. 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4180 93 s 4180 A bill for the relief of Mr. and Mrs. Venkateswara Rao Yellapragada. Private Legislation 1974-11-21 1974-11-21 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D I000025 0 Provides for the relief of Mr. and Mrs. Venkateswara Rao Yellapragada. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4174 93 s 4174 Economic Stabilization Act Economics and Public Finance 1974-11-20 1974-11-20 Referred to Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. Senate Sen. Mansfield, Mike [D-MT] MT D M000113 0 Economic Stabilization Act - Authorizes the President to issue such orders and regulations as he may deem appropriate to stabilize prices, rents, wages, salaries, profits, dividends, interest rates, and other comparable economic transfers at levels not less than those prevailing on April 30, 1974. States that such orders and regulations shall provide for: (1) the making of such adjustments as may be necessary to prevent gross inequities; (2) wage and salary increases or adjustments, after April 30, 1974, based on the application of cost of living and productivity formulas; (3) price, rent, or interest rate increases or adjustments, after April 30, 1974, based on cost or productivity increases; and (4) profit or dividend increases, after April 30, 1974, attributable to increased productivity, efficiency, or sales or revenues. Provides that the authority to issue and enforce orders and regulations under this Act shall expire at midnight, September 30, 1977, or upon the date provided in a concurrent resolution of Congress, whichever is earlier. Requires that whoever violates any order or regulation under this Act shall be fined not more than $5,000. 2025-09-03T12:53:26Z  
93-s-4175 93 s 4175 A bill for the relief of Soon Ja Jung. Private Legislation 1974-11-20 1974-11-20 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Proxmire, William [D-WI] WI D P000553 0 Provides for the relief of Soon Ja Jung. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4176 93 s 4176 A bill to provide an income tax credit for savings for the payment of post-secondary educational expenses. Taxation 1974-11-20 1974-11-20 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX] TX D B000401 0 Provides for a credit under the Internal Revenue Code for 20 percent of the amounts deposited by the taxpayer in an educational savings plan for himself or a dependent. Sets limitations on the amount of such credit, dependent upon the nature of the account. Defines "educational savings plan" and other terms used in this Act. Provides for the recapture of any such credit allocable to nonqualified noneducational uses or for failure to use the account. (Adds 26 U.S.C. 42) 2024-08-01T18:43:22Z  
93-s-4177 93 s 4177 A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 with respect to effective dates of overtime provisions relating to employees in fire protection activities and law enforcement activities.   1974-11-20 1974-11-20 Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare. Senate Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR] OR R P000009 0 Extends the effective dates of the overtime provisions relating to Federal and State employees in fire protection activities and law enforcement activities. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
93-s-4178 93 s 4178 Headstart, Economic Opportunity, and Community Partnership Act Education 1974-11-20 1974-12-16 Measure indefinitely postponed in Senate (H.R. 14449 passed with similar provisions 12/13/74). Senate Sen. Nelson, Gaylord [D-WI] WI D N000033 0 Headstart, Economic Opportunity, and Community Partnership Act. Provides that the Headstart and Follow Through programs shall be administered in the Department of Health, Education, and Welfare; and that there shall be established within the Office of Child Development a division of migrant programs and a division of Indian programs with sums of $10,000,000 authorized to be appropriated annually for the administration of each such division. Authorizes the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare to provide financial assistance for Headstart programs to eligible agencies which provide comprehensive health, educational, and other social services and which provide for the direct participation of parents. Allots funds to States on the basis of relative numbers of public assistance recipients, unemployed persons, and children from families below the poverty line. Limits the Federal share to 80 percent of approved costs. Provides that services must be in addition to comparable available Federal services. Provides that 10 percent of the total number of enrollment opportunities in Headstart programs in the Nation must be available for handicapped children. Authorizes the Secretary to designate as Headstart agencies any public and private agencies which are determined by the Secretary to be capable of meeting the purposes of this Act. Provides for parental and community involvement in the conduct of programs, and for technical assistance and training. Provides for submission of program plans to Governors prior to approval and, if disapproved, for reconsideration by the Secretary. Establishes requirements for the standards of organization, management, and administration which will insure the purposes of Headstart programs. Limits program administration and development costs to 15 percent of total program costs. Provides that the Secretary shall by regulation prescribe eligibility for participation in Headstart programs. Prohibits the Secretary from imposing any fees for participation in Headstart. Provides for not… 2025-09-03T12:53:29Z  
93-s-4164 93 s 4164 A bill to amend title XVI of the Social Security Act so as to provide for the referral, for appropriate services provided by other State agencies, of blind or disabled children who are receiving supplemental security income benefits. Social Welfare 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Provides for the referral, for appropriate services provided by other State agencies, of blind or disabled children who are receiving supplemental security income benefits under the Social Security Act. 2024-08-01T18:43:22Z  
93-s-4165 93 s 4165 A bill to make more chemical fertilizer available throughout the world for the production of food during 1975 by substantially reducing the amount of such fertilizer used in the United States for non-food-growing purposes. Agriculture and Food 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry. Senate Sen. Clark, Dick [D-IA] IA D C000448 0 Directs the President to appoint a Commission on Fertilizer Availability: (1) to review and recommend specific conservation steps and other measures which would be taken to increase the short-term availability of fertilizer for food production; and (2) to encourage increased production of fertilizer to meet the medium and long-term fertilizer needs such as investment incentives and machinery to increase production capacity. Limits the amounts of chemical fertilizer used by any department or agency of the Federal Government during 1975 for ornamental or decorative growing purposes. Provides that such prohibition shall not apply to decorative growing aimed at preventing soil erosion. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
93-s-4166 93 s 4166 A bill for the relief of Clemmente Napolitano. Private Legislation 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Gravel, Mike [D-AK] AK D G000388 0 Provides for the relief of Clemmente Napolitano. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4167 93 s 4167 Public Interest Regulatory Review Act Independent regulatory commissions 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 1 Public Interest Regulatory Review Act - Establishes, for a period of one year, as an independent instrumentality in the executive branch of the Federal Government, a National Commission on Regulatory Reform. Directs the Commission to prepare a comprehensive report to the President and Congress containing its findings, conclusions, and recommendations concerning the Federal regulatory agencies with respect to: (1) deficiencies within the regulatory process which contribute to inflation, lessen competition, or adversely affect the public and regulated industries; (2) the extent to which certain areas of the economy are over-regulated or under-regulated; (3) the economic costs and benefits of regulation; (4) the continued appropriateness or applicability of original regulatory purposes and objectives and an evaluation of the purposes which regulation should now serve; (5) the consequences to the Nation of selective deregulation or modification of regulation; (6) the need for increased antitrust enforcement; (7) specific recommendations for legislative action to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and responsiveness to the public of Federal regulatory agencies; (8) evaluation of other specified proposals; (9) assuring an ongoing review and assessment of the economic costs and benefits of the Federal regulatory agencies; and (10) a realistic assessment of the costs or savings of Commission proposals for regulatory reform. Requires the Commission to prepare within 12 months of appointment a comprehensive report to the President and the Congress containing findings and recommendations concerning State, regional and local regulatory agencies, giving special emphasis to areas where Federal regulatory activities interact with them and where they have an important inflationary impact. Gives the Commission administrative powers to carry out its duties. Grants the Commission the power to issue subpenas. Directs agencies, departments and instrumentalities of the Federal Government and State and local agencies to furnish… 2025-09-03T12:53:28Z  
93-s-4168 93 s 4168 A bill for the relief of Fe Ellen Sauro. Private Legislation 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Bayh, Birch [D-IN] IN D B000254 0 Provides for the relief of Fe Ellen Sauro. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4169 93 s 4169 Traffic and Vehicular Arrests Evidence Act Crime and Law Enforcement 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hathaway, William D. [D-ME] ME D H000346 0 Traffic and Vehicular Arrests Evidence Act - Provides that a warrantless search of a person or his property incident to an arrest for traffic or vehicular law violations is prohibited, but that this provision shall not be construed to: (1) prohibit a warrantless search of the person or the area within his immediate control if the arresting officer has probable cause to believe that the search will produce evidence of the traffic or vehiclar violation with which the person has been charged, and if the arresting officer conducts a search limited in scope to an intrusion that is appropriate to the discovery of the evidence that is sought; or (2) prohibit the arresting officer from conducting a search limited in scope to an intrusion that is appropriate to the discovery of any hidden weapons if he reasonably believes that the person arrested is armed and will endanger him as he is making the arrest. Provides that a warrantless search of a person or his property incident to any pretrial custody, detention, imprisonment, or other incarceration of that person which follows from his arrest on charges of traffic or vehicular law violations is prohibited, except that a limited search for weapons under such circumstances is permissible. Defines the terms used in this Act. 2025-09-03T12:53:31Z  
93-s-4170 93 s 4170 Searches and Seizures Act Crime and Law Enforcement 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hathaway, William D. [D-ME] ME D H000346 0 Searches and Seizures Act - States that a warrantless search of a person or his property incident to an arrest is prohibited, but that this provision shall not be construed: (1) to prohibit a warrantless search of the person of the arrestee or the area within his immediate control if the arresting officer has probable cause to believe that the search will produce evidence of the law violation with which the person has been charged, and if the arresting officer conducts a search limited in scope to an intrusion that is appropriate to the discovery of the evidence that is sought; or (2) to prohibit the arresting officer from conducting a search limited in scope to an intrusion that is appropriate to the discovery of any hidden weapons if he reasonably believes that the person arrested is armed and will endanger him as he is making the arrest. Provides that a warrantless search of a person or his property incident to any pretrial custody, detention, imprisonment, or other incarceration of that person which follows from his arrest is prohibited except that in such cases limited search for weapons is permissible. 2025-09-03T12:53:31Z  
93-s-4171 93 s 4171 A bill for the relief of William Weiffenbach, a major in the United States Army. Private Legislation 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hart, Philip A. [D-MI] MI D H000291 0 Provides for the relief of William Weiffenbach, a major in the United States Army. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4172 93 s 4172 A bill to amend section 552 of title 5, United States Code, known as the Freedom of Information Act. Government Operations and Politics 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations. Senate Sen. Scott, Hugh [R-PA] PA R S000174 8 Requires each agency of the United States Government to publish and distribute current indexes of matters issued, adopted or promulgated after July 4, 1967, which are required to be maintained by the Freedom of Information Act, or, if the agency determines publication to be unnecessary or impracticable, to make copies available on request at a cost not to exceed the direct cost of duplication. Directs each agency to promulgate regulations specifying a uniform schedule of fees for document search and duplication. Limits such fees to recovery of direct costs, except that the cost of reviewing and examining records may be charged when it is in excess of $100. Provides that documents shall be published without charge or at a reduced charge where the agency determines that such action is in the public interest. Authorizes the District Courts, on complaint, to enjoin an agency from withholding records and to order the production of records improperly withheld. Provides that the Court may examine the records in camera in determining whether they should be withheld under any of the exemptions set forth in the Act. Places the burden on the agency to sustain its action. Requires the agency-defendant to serve an answer to any complaint within 30 days of service of such complaint. Stipulates that proceedings under the Act take precedence over all other cases in the District Court and shall be expedited in every way. Allows the Court to assess reasonable attorney fees and other costs against the United States when the complainant has substantially prevailed. Directs the Civil Service Commission to initiate proceedings to determine whether disciplinary action is warranted against an employee primarily responsible for a withholding, when the District Court has found it to be improper, has assessed costs against the United States, and has issued a written finding that the circumstances raise questions as to whether agency personnel have acted arbitrarily or capriciously. Requires the agency to take whatever corrective action… 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
93-s-4173 93 s 4173 A bill to designate the Wheeling Suspension Bridge as a national historic site, and to provide for the administration and maintenance of the site by the Secretary of the Interior in consultation with an advisory commission. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1974-11-19 1974-11-19 Referred to Senate Committee on Public Works. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 0 Provides for the designation of the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, at Wheeling, West Virginia, as a national historic site. Provides for the administration and maintenance of the site by the Secretary of the Interior in consultation with the Wheeling Suspension Bridge Advisory Commission (established by this Act). 2025-01-14T17:12:38Z  
93-s-4155 93 s 4155 A bill for the relief of Mengistu Abegaz. Private Legislation 1974-11-18 1974-11-18 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Taft, Robert, Jr. [R-OH] OH R T000010 0 Provides for the relief of Mengistu Abegaz. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4156 93 s 4156 A bill for the relief of Sarah Naomi Grant. Private Legislation 1974-11-18 1974-11-18 Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Scott, Hugh [R-PA] PA R S000174 0 Provides for the relief of Sarah Naomi Grant. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
93-s-4157 93 s 4157 A bill to amend the Egg Products Inspection Act. Agriculture and Food 1974-11-18 1974-11-18 Referred to Senate Committee on Agriculture and Forestry. Senate Sen. Allen, James B. [D-AL] AL D A000127 0 Authorizes the sale of checked eggs by producers at retail premises owned or controlled by the producer, except that the eggs must be refrigerated in accordance with regulations and sold not later than 48 hours after they are laid. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  

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