Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Recent House and Senate Votes

Recent House Votes

Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act - Vote Passed (238-179, 14 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill intended to simplify the federal tax system.


Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act - Vote Passed (383-27, 21 Not Voting)

The House passed this bill that raises the amount college students can borrow by $2,000.



Upcoming Votes

Veterans' Benefits Enhancement Act of 2007 - S.1315

The Senate will work on this bill to enhance life insurance benefits for disabled veterans.

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SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act - H.R.5819

The House is scheduled to vote on this bill that would improve the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program.

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Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2007 - H.R.2830

The House is also expected to vote on this bill to authorize appropriations for the Coast Guard for fiscal year 2008.

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