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Honoring the life and legacy of Bob Hope.

Bill: 108-hres-357
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Jeff [R-FL-1]
Introduced: 2003-09-05 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Arts, Culture, Religion
Congress
Congressional tributes
Entertainers
Military personnel
Social Welfare
Social work

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: 
Honors Bob Hope for his legendary career as an entertainer, his decades of dedicated service to the men and women of the armed forces, and his many philanthropic and humanitarian acts. Expresses condolences on his passing to his wife, children, and grandchildren.

action_date: 2003-09-30
text: 

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

 
Honors Bob Hope for his legendary career as an entertainer, his decades of dedicated service to the men and women of the armed forces, and his many philanthropic and humanitarian acts. Expresses condolences on his passing to his wife, children, and grandchildren.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 526). (text: CR H8979)
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 526).(text: CR H8979)
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8990-8991)
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 357.
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8979-8981)
action_date: 2003-09-30
text: Mrs. Miller (MI) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-09-18
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2003-09-18
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Introduced in House
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit to the House of Representatives not later than 14 days after the date of adoption of this resolution the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled "Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned" and other materials relating to the Administration's planning for the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.

Bill: 108-hres-358
Sponsor: Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19]
Introduced: 2003-09-05 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congress
Congress and foreign policy
Congress and military policy
Congressional reporting requirements
Government Operations and Politics
International Affairs
Iraq
Iraq compilation
Middle East and North Africa
Military occupation
Military operations
President and foreign policy
President as Commander-in-Chief
War relief

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: 
Requests the President to transmit to the House of Representatives the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled &quot;Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned&quot; and other materials relating to the Administration's planning for the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-05
text: Introduced in House
Welcoming His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and recognizing his commitment to non-violence, human rights, freedom, and democracy.

Bill: 108-hres-359
Sponsor: Rep. Rothman, Steven R. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2003-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Buddhism
China
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Clergy
Congress
Congressional tributes
East Asia
Human rights
International Affairs
Negotiations
Religion
Sovereignty
Tibet

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the visit of the Dalai Lama to the United States in September 2003 is warmly welcomed; (2) the Dalai Lama should be recognized and congratulated for his consistent efforts to promote dialogue to peacefully resolve the Tibet issue and to increase the religious and cultural autonomy of the Tibetan people; and (3) all parties to the current discussions should be encouraged by the Government of the United States to deepen these contacts in order to achieve the aspirations of the people of Tibet for genuine autonomy and basic human rights.

action_date: 2003-09-10
text: 

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

 
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the visit of the Dalai Lama to the United States in September 2003 is warmly welcomed; (2) the Dalai Lama should be recognized and congratulated for his consistent efforts to promote dialogue to peacefully resolve the Tibet issue and to increase the religious and cultural autonomy of the Tibetan people; and (3) all parties to the current discussions should be encouraged by the Government of the United States to deepen these contacts in order to achieve the aspirations of the people of Tibet for genuine autonomy and basic human rights.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 492). (text: CR H8103)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 492).(text: CR H8103)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8116-8117)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 359.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8103-8107)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Mr. Leach moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2622) to amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act, to prevent identity theft, improve resolution of consumer disputes, improve the accuracy of consumer records, make improvements in the use of, and consumer access to, credit information, and for other purposes.

Bill: 108-hres-360
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2003-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Finance and Financial Sector
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 
Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 2622 (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003).

action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 

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

 
Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 2622 (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003).

action_date: 2003-09-10
text: 

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

 
Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 2622 (Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8111-8112)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8111-8112)
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: The previous question was ordered without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 360.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8111-8116)
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 102.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived. 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 Financial Services now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-267, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-267, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death on September 3, 2003, of the late General Raymond G. Davis (United States Marine Corps, retired) and expressing the appreciation and admiration of the House for the unwavering commitment demonstrated by General Davis to his family, the Marine Corps, and the Nation.

Bill: 108-hres-361
Sponsor: Rep. Deal, Nathan [R-GA-10]
Introduced: 2003-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Congress
Congressional tributes
Marines
Officer personnel
Retired military personnel

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 
Extends the condolences of the House of Representatives to the family of General Raymond G. Davis (United States Marine Corps, retired) who died on September 3, 2003, and expresses appreciation for his unwavering commitment to his family, the Marine Corps, and the Nation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance and contributions of sportsmen to American society, supporting the traditions and values of sportsmen, and recognizing the many economic benefits associated with outdoor sporting activities.

Bill: 108-hres-362
Sponsor: Rep. Walsh, James T. [R-NY-25]
Introduced: 2003-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Animals
Congress
Congressional tributes
Economics and Public Finance
Fishing
Hunting
Outdoor recreation
Sports and Recreation
Trapping
Wildlife conservation

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the importance and contributions of sportsmen to American society; (2) the many economic benefits associated with outdoor sporting activities; and (3) the importance of encouraging the recruitment of, and teaching the traditions of hunting, trapping, and fishing to, future sportsmen.
 
Supports the traditions and values of, and the many conservation programs implemented by, sportsmen.

action_date: 2003-09-23
text: 

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

 
Recognizes: (1) the importance and contributions of sportsmen to American society; (2) the many economic benefits associated with outdoor sporting activities; and (3) the importance of encouraging the recruitment of, and teaching the traditions of hunting, trapping, and fishing to, future sportsmen.
 
Supports the traditions and values of, and the many conservation programs implemented by, sportsmen.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8410)
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8410)
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 362.
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8410-8412)
action_date: 2003-09-23
text: Mr. Pearce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-09-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries Conservation, Wildlife and Oceans.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the achievements of SUPERB (Students United with Parents and Educators to Resolve Bullying) and its founders Jeremy and Sharon Ring to address the growing problem of bullying in the Nation's schools.

Bill: 108-hres-363
Sponsor: Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19]
Introduced: 2003-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Colleges
Community and school
Congress
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Curricula
Education
Elementary and secondary education
Elementary education
Families
Florida
Higher education
Parent-school relationships
School security
Secondary education
Students
Teacher education
Teachers
Youth violence

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: 
Commends Students United with Parents and Educators to Resolve Bullying (SUPERB), its founders Jeremy and Sharon Ring, its curriculum, and its six-school pilot program in Broward County, Florida, which is to be staffed by graduate students from Nova Southeastern University's family therapy and conflict resolution programs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Extending the thoughts and prayers of the House of Representatives to Governor Frank O'Bannon of Indiana, his wife Judy, and his family and friends, and expressing hope for a full recovery from the stroke he suffered on September 8, 2003.

Bill: 108-hres-365
Sponsor: Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5]
Introduced: 2003-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
Government Operations and Politics
Governors
Health
Indiana
Stroke

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: 
Extends the thoughts and prayers of the House of Representatives, on behalf of the American people, to Governor Frank O'Bannon of Indiana, his wife Judy, and his family and friends, and expresses hope for a full recovery from the stroke he suffered on September 8, 2003.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-10-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Urging the President to establish an Iraq service medal to recognize service by members of the Armed Forces in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Bill: 108-hres-366
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Introduced: 2003-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Armed forces abroad
Commemorations
Iraq
Iraq compilation
Middle East and North Africa
Military medals, decorations, etc.
Military personnel
War

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: 
Urges the President to establish the Iraq Service Medal to be awarded to all members of the armed forces who serve in the theater of operations for Operation Iraqi Freedom during a period prescribed by the President or the Secretary of Defense.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-11-24
text: Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
action_date: 2003-11-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Total Force.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Urging that elections, pursuant to the terms of the Good Friday Agreement, be held in Northern Ireland in 2003 and reaffirming support for the continued implementation of the Good Friday Agreement as the framework for the peaceful settlement of the conflict in Northern Ireland.

Bill: 108-hres-367
Sponsor: Rep. Bereuter, Doug [R-NE-1]
Introduced: 2003-09-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Arms control
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Crime and Law Enforcement
Election candidates
Ethnic relations
Europe
Foreign leaders
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
International cooperation
Ireland
Legislative bodies
Minorities
Northern Ireland
Paramilitary forces
Peace
Peace treaties
Police
Police-community relations
Political parties
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-15
text: 
 Recognizes the continued importance of the Good Friday Agreement as the framework for the peaceful settlement of the conflict in Northern Ireland. Urges all parties to the Agreement to : (1) work to implement its provisions and to hold elections for the Northern Ireland Assembly before the end of 2003; and (2) appoint members to the Commission on Policing.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2003-09-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-15
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the Small Business Administration on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

Bill: 108-hres-368
Sponsor: Rep. Manzullo, Donald A. [R-IL-16]
Introduced: 2003-09-16 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Commerce
Congress
Congressional tributes
Economics and Public Finance
Entrepreneurs
Federal employees
Federal officials
Finance and Financial Sector
Government Operations and Politics
Government lending
Loans
Small Business Administration
Small business
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Small Business Week (beginning on Setember 15, 2003) and the events surrounding the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Small Business Administration (SBA).
 
Commends the SBA's Administrator and employees and reaffirms that the SBA plays an important role in assisting small businesses.

action_date: 2003-09-16
text: 

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

 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Small Business Week (beginning on Setember 15, 2003) and the events surrounding the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Small Business Administration (SBA).
 
Commends the SBA's Administrator and employees and reaffirms that the SBA plays an important role in assisting small businesses. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8244)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8244)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 368.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8244-8247)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Mr. Manzullo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives for the death of Indiana Governor Frank O'Bannon and extending thoughts, prayers, and condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones.

Bill: 108-hres-369
Sponsor: Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5]
Introduced: 2003-09-16 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Air force
Armed Forces and National Security
Congress
Congressional tributes
Families
Government Operations and Politics
Governors
Indiana
Politicians' families
State legislators
State legislatures

Summary:
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: 
Extends condolences to the wife, children, and grandchildren of Indiana Governor Frank O'Bannon, who died on September 13, 2003, and expresses gratitude for his services to the Nation in the Air Force, to the Indiana State Legislature, and as Governor.

action_date: 2003-09-16
text: 

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

 
Extends condolences to the wife, children, and grandchildren of Indiana Governor Frank O'Bannon, who died on September 13, 2003, and expresses gratitude for his services to the Nation in the Air Force, to the Indiana State Legislature, and as Governor. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8240)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8240)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 369.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8240-8244)
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Mr. Burton (IN) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2003-09-16
text: Introduced in House