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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3717) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane language.

Bill: 108-hres-554
Sponsor: Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]
Introduced: 2004-03-10 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3717) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane language.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3717) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane language. 

action_date: 2004-03-11
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3717) to increase the penalties for violations by television and radio broadcasters of the prohibitions against transmission of obscene, indecent, and profane language. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1015)
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H1015)
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 554.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1015-1019)
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 153.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Energy and Commerce now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-436, by Mrs. Myrick.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-436, by Mrs. Myrick.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the heartfelt sympathy of the House of Representatives for the victims of the earthquake on February 24, 2004, near Al Hoceima, Morocco, and for other purposes.

Bill: 108-hres-555
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2004-03-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Americans in foreign countries
Charities
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Disaster relief
Earthquakes
Emergency Management
Federal employees
Government Operations and Politics
International relief
Middle East and North Africa
Morocco
Nongovernmental organizations
Social Welfare
U.S. Agency for International Development
Victims

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: 
Expresses: (1) condolences of the House of Representatives for the victims of the earthquake on February 24, 2004, near Al Hoceima, Morocco, and their loved ones; and (2) gratitude and appreciation for the courageous work of U.S. officials and international aid workers in Morocco in response to the earthquake. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the United States Geological Survey on its 125th Anniversary.

Bill: 108-hres-556
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2004-03-10 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Department of the Interior
Geology
Government Operations and Politics
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Science, Technology, Communications
Surveying

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: 
Congratulates the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on its 125th anniversary. Expresses support for the USGS as it serves the nation by providing timely, relevant, and objective scientific information.

action_date: 2004-10-06
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Congratulates the United States Geological Survey (USGS) on its 125th anniversary. Expresses support for the USGS as it serves the nation by providing timely, relevant, and objective scientific information.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-10-06
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 240.
action_date: 2004-10-06
text: Reported by the Committee on Resources. H. Rept. 108-745.
action_date: 2004-10-06
text: Reported by the Committee on Resources. H. Rept. 108-745.
action_date: 2004-09-15
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2004-09-15
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2004-09-15
text: Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources Discharged.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/9/2004 E323)
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-09
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E323)
action_date: 2004-03-03
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E290-291)
Expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed in the terrorist bombing attacks in Madrid that occurred on March 11, 2004, and expressing deepest sympathy to the individuals injured in those attacks and to the people of the Kingdom of Spain.

Bill: 108-hres-559
Sponsor: Rep. Gibbons, Jim [R-NV-2]
Introduced: 2004-03-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Bombings
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
EBB Terrorism
Europe
International cooperation
Spain
Terrorism
Victims of terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: 
Expresses: (1) condolences of the House of Representatives to the families of the individuals killed in the terrorist bombing attacks in Madrid that occurred on March 11, 2004; and (2) deepest sympathy to the individuals injured in such attacks and to the people of the Kingdom of Spain.
 
Supports the provision of appropriate assistance from the United States to the people of Spain in this time of grief and mourning.
 
Appeals to the Federal Government to continue to work with the Government of Spain as an ally in the fight against terrorism.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Girl Scouts of the United States of America should be commended, on its 92d anniversary, for providing quality age-appropriate experiences that prepare girls to become the leaders of tomorrow and for raising issues important to girls.

Bill: 108-hres-560
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Carolyn [D-NY-4]
Introduced: 2004-03-11 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Child safety
Congress
Congressional tributes
Families
Girl Scouts
Women
Youth services

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: 
Commends the Girl Scouts of the United States of America (Girl Scouts) for its efforts to launch a national dialogue on the issue of girls' safety. Recognizes the Girl Scouts for its leadership and expertise in knowing the needs of girls through the work of the Girl Scout Research Institute. Commends the Girl Scouts for actively promoting issues important to girls.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-11
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 557) relating to the liberation of the Iraqi people and the valiant service of the United States Armed Forces and Coalition forces.

Bill: 108-hres-561
Sponsor: Rep. Dreier, David [R-CA-26]
Introduced: 2004-03-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 557) relating to the liberation of the Iraqi people and the service of the United States Armed Forces and Coalition forces.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 557) relating to the liberation of the Iraqi people and the service of the United States Armed Forces and Coalition forces. 

action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 557) relating to the liberation of the Iraqi people and the service of the United States Armed Forces and Coalition forces. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 195 (Roll no. 63). (text: CR H1122)
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 195 (Roll no. 63).(text: CR H1122)
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 197 (Roll no. 62).
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 561.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 561.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1132-1133)
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 154.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Section 2 of the resolution provides that during consideration of H. Res. 557, notwithstanding the operation of the previous question, the Chair may postpone further consideration of the resolution to a time designated by the Speaker.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-438, by Mr. Dreier.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-438, by Mr. Dreier.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Honoring and congratulating Don Haskins on his 50 years of contributions to the game of basketball and his efforts in support of diversity in sports.

Bill: 108-hres-562
Sponsor: Rep. Reyes, Silvestre [D-TX-16]
Introduced: 2004-03-16 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Basketball
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Civil rights workers
College sports
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
Minorities
Oklahoma
Racial discrimination
Teachers
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: 
Honors and congratulates Don Haskins (basketball coach) on his 50 years of contributions to the game of basketball and his efforts in support of diversity in sports.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the one-year anniversary of the human rights crackdown in Cuba.

Bill: 108-hres-563
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2004-03-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Caribbean area
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Cuba
Democracy
Dissenters
Employee rights
Freedom of the press
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
Labor and Employment
Labor unions
Latin America
Law
Opposition (Political science)
Political parties
Political prisoners
Press
Rule of law
Treaties
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: 
States that the House of Representatives: (1) condemns the repressive crackdown by the Government of Cuba against the internal opposition and the independent press, and expresses its admiration and solidarity with these groups; (2) demands that the Government of Cuba release all political prisoners, legalize all political parties, labor unions, and the press, and hold free and fair elections; (3) declares the acts of the Castro regime, including its widespread and systematic violation of human rights, to be in violation of the Charter of the United Nations and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; (4) declares that the rule of law for the Cuban people should guarantee each and every fundamental and inalienable right; and (5) calls for the passage of a resolution at the 60th session of the United Nations Commission on Human Rights that holds the Government of Cuba accountable for its gross violations of human rights and civil liberties.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-31
text: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the terrorist bombing attacks in Madrid that occurred on March 11, 2004.

Bill: 108-hres-565
Sponsor: Rep. Weller, Jerry [R-IL-11]
Introduced: 2004-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Bombings
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
EBB Terrorism
Europe
International cooperation
Spain
Terrorism
Victims of terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 
States that the House of Representatives: (1) condemns in the strongest possible terms the terrorist bombing attacks in Madrid that occurred on March 11, 2004; (2) expresses its condolences to the families of the individuals murdered in the terrorist attacks, expresses its sympathies to the individuals injured in the attacks, and conveys its hope for the rapid and complete recovery of all such injured individuals; (3) expresses its condolences to the people and Government of the Kingdom of Spain for the losses they have suffered; and (4) expresses its solidarity with Spain and all other countries which stand united against terrorism and which work together to bring to justice the perpetrators of these and other terrorist attacks.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1375) to provide regulatory relief and improve productivity for insured depository institutions, and for other purposes.

Bill: 108-hres-566
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2004-03-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Finance and Financial Sector
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1375), the Financial Services Regulatory Relief Act of 2003.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1375), the Financial Services Regulatory Relief Act of 2003.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1375), the Financial Services Regulatory Relief Act of 2003.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1234)
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H1234)
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: The previous question was ordered without objection.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 566.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1234-1241)
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 155.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1375 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-439, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-439, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Judicial determinations regarding the meaning of the laws of the United States should not be based on judgments, laws, or pronouncements of foreign institutions unless such foreign judgments, laws, or pronouncements inform an understanding of the original meaning of the laws of the United States.

Bill: 108-hres-568
Sponsor: Rep. Feeney, Tom [R-FL-24]
Introduced: 2004-03-17 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Congress
Congressional-judicial relations
Constitutional law
Decision making
Government Operations and Politics
International Affairs
International law
Judicial review
Legislation
Supreme Court decisions

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that judicial determinations regarding the meaning of U.S. laws should not be based on foreign judgments, laws, or pronouncements unless such foreign judgments, laws, or pronouncements are incorporated into the legislative history of laws passed by the House and Senate or otherwise inform an understanding of the original meaning of U.S. laws. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-05-13
text: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 7 - 3.
action_date: 2004-05-13
text: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2004-03-25
text: Subcommittee Hearings Held.
action_date: 2004-03-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to the victims, their families and friends, and the people of the Kingdom of Spain for the loss suffered during the terrorist attacks in Madrid on March 11, 2004.

Bill: 108-hres-569
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2004-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Bombings
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Criminal investigation
EBB Terrorism
Europe
International cooperation
Spain
Technical assistance
Terrorism
Victims of terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives condemns the terrorist attacks in Madrid that occurred on March 11, 2004.
 
Expresses its: (1) condolences to the victims, their families and friends, and the people of the Kingdom of Spain for the loss suffered during such attacks; and (2) sympathies to the individuals injured in the attacks. 
 
Conveys its hope for the rapid and complete recovery of all such injured individuals.
 
Calls on the President to provide to the Government of Spain expert assistance for investigation of these terrorist attacks and to work together to bring to justice the perpetrators of these and other terrorist attacks.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a Caribbean-American Heritage Month.

Bill: 108-hres-570
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]
Introduced: 2004-03-17 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Caribbean area
Hispanic Americans
Latin America
Minorities
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a Caribbean-American Heritage Month should be established.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-06-14
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1106)
action_date: 2004-04-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E401)
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that an Aviation Maintenance Technician Day should be established and expressing appreciation for Charles Edward Taylor's invaluable contributions to aviation.

Bill: 108-hres-571
Sponsor: Rep. Frost, Martin [D-TX-24]
Introduced: 2004-03-18 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Aircraft
Aircraft engines
Congress
Congressional tributes
Labor and Employment
Maintenance and repair
Skilled labor
Special days
Transportation and Public Works
Transportation workers

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) an Aviation Maintenance Technician Day should be established to honor the life and memory of Charles Edward Taylor, the aircraft maintenance technician who built and maintained the engine that was used to power the Wright brothers' first flying machine; and (2) the House of Representatives honors the life of Charles Edward Taylor and expresses its appreciation for his invaluable contributions to aviation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-05-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 83) proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the appointment of individuals to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives.

Bill: 108-hres-572
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, Brian [D-WA-3]
Introduced: 2004-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-03-23
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.J. Res. 83 (Constitutional Amendment to fill vacancies in the House of Representatives).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-04-20
text: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Baird. Petition No: 108-7. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis7.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
action_date: 2004-03-30
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1723)
action_date: 2004-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2004-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-03-23
text: Introduced in House