Bills About Science, Technology, Communications Sponsored by Dean Heller (R-Nev.)

Sen. Heller sponsored 13 bills about science, technology, communications in the 115th Congress (2017-18).

Introduced Number Title Cosponsors Cosponsor Party Latest Action
Oct. 11, 2018 S.3583 A bill to direct the National Science Foundation to provide grants for research about STEM education approaches and the STEM-related workforce, and for other purposes. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Aug. 28, 2018 S.3395 A bill to promote veteran involvement in STEM education, computer science, and scientific research, and for other purposes. 0 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
May 21, 2018 S.RES.518 A resolution reaffirming support for increased media diversity, recognizing May 2018 as "National Media Diversity Month", and encouraging appreciation, awareness, and support for independent, diverse, and local media entities. 0 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2797)
Jan. 17, 2017 S.174 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to consolidate the reporting obligations of the Federal Communications Commission in order to improve congressional oversight and reduce reporting burdens. 1
All Democrats
Held at the desk.
Jan. 5, 2017 S.42 A bill to inspire women to enter the aerospace field, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, through mentorship and outreach. 1
All Democrats
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Feb. 10, 2015 S.421 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission, and for other purposes. 1
All Republicans
By Senator Thune from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 12/10/2016. Report No. 114-425. Minority views filed.
Jan. 26, 2015 S.253 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to consolidate the reporting obligations of the Federal Communications Commission in order to improve congressional oversight and reduce reporting burdens. 1
All Democrats
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendments to Senate bill.
March 17, 2015 S.760 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to authorize a bipartisan majority of Commissioners of the Federal Communications Commission to hold nonpublic collaborative discussions. 1
All Democrats
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Feb. 4, 2014 S.1989 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission, and for other purposes. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
July 29, 2013 S.1379 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to consolidate the reporting obligations of the Federal Communications Commission in order to improve congressional oversight and reduce reporting burdens. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Nov. 8, 2011 S.1817 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Nov. 2, 2011 S.1780 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to consolidate the reporting obligations of the Federal Communications Commission in order to improve congressional oversight and reduce reporting burdens. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Nov. 2, 2011 S.1784 A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to provide for greater transparency and efficiency in the procedures followed by the Federal Communications Commission. 1
All Republicans
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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