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Recognizing the Boy Scouts of America for the public service the organization performs for neighborhoods and communities across the United States.

Bill: 108-hres-853
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-49]
Introduced: 2004-11-16 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Boy Scouts
Charities
Community organization
Congress
Congressional tributes
Families
Housing and Community Development
Low-income housing
Social Welfare

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: 
 Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) recognizes the Boy Scouts of America for the public service the organization performs for neighborhoods and communities across the United States; and (2) commends the Boy Scouts of America for the Good Turn for America program and the work the organization has accomplished while partnering with the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity International, the American Red Cross, and thousands of other community and civic organizations to address critical issues facing communities in the United States.

action_date: 2004-11-20
text: 

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

 
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) recognizes the Boy Scouts of America for the public service the organization performs for neighborhoods and communities across the United States; and (2) commends the Boy Scouts of America for the Good Turn for America program and the work the organization has accomplished while partnering with the Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity International, the American Red Cross, and thousands of other community and civic organizations to address critical issues facing communities in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-20
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-20
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 391 - 3 (Roll no. 539). (text: CR 11/19/2004 H10029)
action_date: 2004-11-20
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): 391 - 3 (Roll no. 539).(text: CR 11/19/2004 H10029)
action_date: 2004-11-20
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10086-10087)
action_date: 2004-11-19
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: 2004-11-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 853.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10029-10033)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Boston Red Sox on winning the 2004 World Series.

Bill: 108-hres-854
Sponsor: Rep. Capuano, Michael E. [D-MA-8]
Introduced: 2004-11-16 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Baseball
Congress
Congressional tributes
Massachusetts
Missouri
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: 
Congratulates: (1) the Boston Red Sox for winning the 2004 Major League Baseball World Series and for their incredible performance during the 2004 Major League Baseball season; and (2) the eight Major League Baseball teams that played in the postseason.
 
Recognizes the achievements of the Boston Red Sox players, manager, coaches, and support staff whose hard work, dedication, and spirit made this all possible.
 
Commends: (1) the St. Louis Cardinals for a valiant performance during the 2004 season and the World Series; (2) the fans and management of the St. Louis Cardinals for allowing the Red Sox fans from Boston and around the Nation to celebrate their first title in 86 years at their home field.

action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 

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

 
Congratulates: (1) the Boston Red Sox for winning the 2004 Major League Baseball World Series and for their incredible performance during the 2004 Major League Baseball season; and (2) the eight Major League Baseball teams that played in the postseason.
 
Recognizes the achievements of the Boston Red Sox players, manager, coaches, and support staff whose hard work, dedication, and spirit made this all possible.
 
Commends: (1) the St. Louis Cardinals for a valiant performance during the 2004 season and the World Series; (2) the fans and management of the St. Louis Cardinals for allowing the Red Sox fans from Boston and around the Nation to celebrate their first title in 86 years at their home field.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: RESERVATION OF OBJECTION - The House continued with discussion under a reservation of objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H9987-9991; text of measure as introduded: CR H9991)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: RESERVATION OF OBJECTION - The House proceeded with discussion of the unanimous consent request under a reservation of objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Mr. Ose asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Committee on Government Reform discharged.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Committee on Government Reform discharged.
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Commending the "Trust in the Lives of Older Women" program and encouraging community organizations to participate in the program.

Bill: 108-hres-855
Sponsor: Rep. Houghton, Amo [R-NY-29]
Introduced: 2004-11-16 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Churches
Colleges
Commemorations
Community centers
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Group counseling
Health
Higher education
Religion
Women
Women's education
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: 
Recognizes that the &quot;Trust in the Lives of Older Women&quot; program benefits older women by decreasing their stress, isolation, anxiety, and depression and providing trust, support, friendship, community, and mental stimulation.
 
Commends the &quot;Trust in the Lives of Older Women&quot; program for encouraging older women to stay healthy and to continue making contributions to their communities.
 
Encourages community groups, including religious organizations, colleges and universities, and community centers to participate in the program by starting groups in their communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit.

Bill: 108-hres-856
Sponsor: Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]
Introduced: 2004-11-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Economics and Public Finance
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit.
action_date: 2004-11-17
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 (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit.
action_date: 2004-11-18
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 (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9966)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9966)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 205 - 191 (Roll no. 534). (consideration: CR H9974)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9974)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: POSTPONED VOTE - At conclusion of debate on H. Res. 856, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 856.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9966-9974)
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 252.
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: The resolution provides for one motion to commit.
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-778, by Mr. Reynolds.
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-778, by Mr. Reynolds.
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Seattle Storm for winning the 2004 Women's National Basketball Association Championship.

Bill: 108-hres-857
Sponsor: Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2004-11-17 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Basketball
Congress
Congressional tributes
Sports and Recreation
Washington State
Women
Women athletes

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: 
 Congratulates the Seattle Storm for their remarkable season and for winning the 2004 Women's National Basketball Association Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-17
text: Introduced in House
Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1350) to reauthorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and for other purposes.

Bill: 108-hres-858
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2004-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Education
Elementary and secondary education
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 
Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 1350 (reauthorizing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).

action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 

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

 
Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 1350 (reauthorizing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).

action_date: 2004-11-19
text: 

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

 
Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 1350 (reauthorizing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H10006)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H10006)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H10010)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 858.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 858.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H10006-10010)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 253.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: All points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived. The conference report shall be considered as read.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-781, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-781, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Bill: 108-hres-859
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2004-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 
Makes it in order at any time on November 19, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.

action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 

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

 
Makes it in order at any time on November 19, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.

action_date: 2004-11-19
text: 

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

 
Makes it in order at any time on November 19, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H10003)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H10003)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H10005)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 859.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H10003-10005)
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 254.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The resolution provides that suspensions will be in order at any time on the legislative day of Friday, November 19, 2004. The rule further provides that the Speaker or his designee will consult with the Minority Leader or her designee on any suspension considered under the rule.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-782, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-782, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Bill: 108-hres-860
Sponsor: Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2004-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 
Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on S. 2845 (National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004).

action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 

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

 
Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on S. 2845 (National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 255.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The rule waives clause 6(a) of rule XIII (requiring a two-thirds vote to consider a rule on the same day it is reported from the Rules Committee) against certain resolutions reported from the Rules Committee. The rule applies the waiver to any resolution reported on or before the legislative day of November 20, 2004, providing for intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-783, by Mr. Linder.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-783, by Mr. Linder.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Bill: 108-hres-861
Sponsor: Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]
Introduced: 2004-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 
Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on H.R. 4548 (Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).

action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 

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

 
Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on H.R. 4548 (Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 256.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-784, by Mrs. Myrick.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-784, by Mrs. Myrick.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Urging the European Council to continue to maintain its embargo on the sales of arms to the People's Republic of China.

Bill: 108-hres-862
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Jo Ann [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2004-11-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Arms control
Arms sales
China
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
EEC countries
East Asia
Embargo
Europe
European Union
Foreign Trade and International Finance
Human rights
International cooperation
Taiwan

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) joins with the European Parliament in calling on the European Council and the Member states of the European Union not to lift the embargo on the sale of arms to the People's Republic of China (PRC) and not to weaken existing national limitations on such arms sales; (2) expresses its concerns over the continuing unacceptable human rights conditions inside the PRC; and (3) urges the Federal Government and the European Union to join together in a cooperative effort to develop a common strategy to seek improved human rights conditions in the PRC, to promote regional stability, and to help improve political relations between the PRC and Taiwan.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of local capacity building within developing countries to create sustainable, long-term international development.

Bill: 108-hres-863
Sponsor: Rep. Farr, Sam [D-CA-17]
Introduced: 2004-11-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Citizen participation
Developing countries
Economic assistance
Economics and Public Finance
Government Operations and Politics
Technical assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: 
States that the House of Representatives: (1) reaffirms the U.S. commitment to create and support local capacity building programs in developing countries; and (2) urges the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Millennium Challenge Corporation to focus on the creation of development programs that increase recipient-country participation in the planning of programs, promote recipient-country ownership of programs, and build local capacity. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR 11/20/2004 E2096)
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Adoption Month.

Bill: 108-hres-864
Sponsor: Rep. Camp, Dave [R-MI-4]
Introduced: 2004-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Adoption
Families
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Adoption Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be equal pay for substantially equal work performed by public sector and private sector employees within each State and locality in which such employees work.

Bill: 108-hres-865
Sponsor: Rep. Quinn, Jack [R-NY-27]
Introduced: 2004-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Economics and Public Finance
Grants-in-aid
Labor and Employment
Local employees
Pay equity
State employees

Summary:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be equal pay for substantially equal work performed by public sector and private sector employees within each State and locality in which such employees work.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-11-19
text: Introduced in House