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Honoring the life and achievements of His Holiness Pope John Paul II and expressing profound sorrow on his death.

Bill: 109-hres-190
Sponsor: Rep. Hyde, Henry J. [R-IL-6]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Catholic Church
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Clergy
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Democracy
Europe
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
Peace
Poland
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
Honors the life and work of Pope John Paul II. Expresses condolences to the people of Poland for the loss of such an inspirational figure in Poland's political transformation. Extends sympathy to Catholics around the world who looked to the Pope as Supreme Pontiff. Calls upon the people of the United States to reflect on the Pope's life during the worldwide period of remembrance following his death.

action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 

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

 
Honors the life and work of Pope John Paul II. Expresses condolences to the people of Poland for the loss of such an inspirational figure in Poland's political transformation. Extends sympathy to Catholics around the world who looked to the Pope as Supreme Pontiff. Calls upon the people of the United States to reflect on the Pope's life during the worldwide period of remembrance following his death.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 94). (text: CR H1807-1808)
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 415 - 0 (Roll no. 94).(text: CR H1807-1808)
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous  order of the House.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 190.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Considered pursuant to a previous order. (consideration: CR H1807-1821)
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Consideration initiated pursuant to a previous order.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives encouraging the active engagement of American in world affairs and urging the Secretary of State to take the lead and coordinate with other governmental agencies and non-governmental organizations in creating an online database of international exchange programs and related opportunities.

Bill: 109-hres-192
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Congress
Congress and foreign policy
Constituent relations
Cultural relations
Data banks
Education
Educational exchanges
Exchange of persons programs
Exhibitions
Foreign students
Government Operations and Politics
Government publicity
Higher education
Immigrants
Immigration
International education
Internet
Language and languages
Refugees
Science, Technology, Communications
Social Welfare
Urban affairs
Urban areas
Volunteer workers

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
People-to-People Engagement in World Affairs Resolution - Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives encouraging the active engagement of Americans in world affairs and urging the Secretary of State to coordinate with implementing partners in creating an online database of international exchange programs and related opportunities. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-10-07
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2005-10-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of Federal and State funded in-home care for the elderly.

Bill: 109-hres-194
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Education
Geriatrics
Higher education
Home care services
Medical economics
Medical education
Nursing
Nursing education
Paramedical personnel
Social Welfare

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Federal and State financial assistance for in-home care should be increased to an elderly patient once it is determined that the patient is in need of in-home nursing care; and (2) better treatment and guidelines are required for students and schools who train certified nurse assistants and home health aides. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2005-04-07
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E584)
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment and encouraging the American people to educate and instill pride and purpose into their communities and to observe the anniversary annually with appropriate programs and activities.

Bill: 109-hres-196
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Black history
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Civil rights movements
Congress
Congressional tributes
Constitutional amendments
History
Law
Minorities
Slavery

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
Recognizes the 140th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution (prohibits slavery or involuntary servitude) on December 6, 1865. Encourages the American people to educate and instill pride and purpose into their communities about the history of liberation and the civil rights movement in the United States and to observe such anniversary each year.

action_date: 2005-12-07
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the 140th anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution (prohibits slavery or involuntary servitude) on December 6, 1865. Encourages the American people to educate and instill pride and purpose into their communities about the history of liberation and the civil rights movement in the United States and to observe such anniversary each year.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H11128)
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H11128)
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 196.
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11128-11130)
action_date: 2005-12-07
text: Mr. Sensenbrenner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2005-05-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

Bill: 109-hres-197
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Congress
Congressional tributes
Government Operations and Politics
History
Roosevelt Administration

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
Commemorates the 60th anniversary of the passing of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd President of the United States.
 
Honors his vital legacy and his profound contributions to the Nation.
 
Calls upon all Americans to honor President Roosevelt for his steadfast leadership and extensive and lasting contributions to the security and prosperity of all Americans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the University of North Carolina men's basketball team for winning the 2005 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship.

Bill: 109-hres-198
Sponsor: Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Basketball
Capitol (Washington, D.C.)
College sports
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Government Operations and Politics
Higher education
North Carolina
Sports and Recreation
White House (Washington, D.C.)

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
Congratulates the University of North Carolina Tarheels for winning the 2005 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Men's Basketball Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Correctional Officers and Employees Week" and honoring the service of correctional officers and employees.

Bill: 109-hres-200
Sponsor: Rep. Strickland, Ted [D-OH-6]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
Correctional personnel
Crime and Law Enforcement
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week (the first week of May).

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-05-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Referring the bill (H.R. 1328) entitled "A bill for the relief of Adela and Darryl Bailor" to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.

Bill: 109-hres-201
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Julia [D-IN-7]
Introduced: 2005-04-06 in the House
Policy area: Private Legislation
Subjects: Claims

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: 
 Refers &quot;A bill for the relief of Adela and Darryl Bailor&quot;, which is now pending in the House of Representatives, to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-07-27
text: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
action_date: 2006-07-27
text: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2006-07-26
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-06
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent.

Bill: 109-hres-202
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Doc [R-WA-4]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
Taxation

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent.
action_date: 2005-04-12
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. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent. 

action_date: 2005-04-13
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. 8) to make the repeal of the estate tax permanent. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1910)
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H1910)
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 195 (Roll no. 100). (consideration: CR H1921)
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1921)
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 202 the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. McGovern demanded a recorded vote and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 202.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1910-1919)
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 20.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8 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. A specified amendment is in order.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-35, by Mr. Hastings (WA).
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-35, by Mr. Hastings (WA).
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, North Carolina.

Bill: 109-hres-203
Sponsor: Rep. Coble, Howard [R-NC-6]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Commerce
Congress
Congressional tributes
Economic growth
Economics and Public Finance
Exhibitions
Furniture industry
North Carolina

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Expresses support for the International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, North Carolina, and commends those who organize and participate in the Market.
 
Recognizes the Market as a positive economic impact on North Carolina and vital to a region and State adversely affected by a decline in traditional manufacturing. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Pasqualine J. Gibbons of Denver, Colorado, an African American woman who valiantly served her country in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was unfairly passed over for promotion and should have held the grade of technical sergeant, rather than private first class, upon her discharge from the service on January 2, 1946.

Bill: 109-hres-204
Sponsor: Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Army
Blacks
Colorado
History
Military promotions
Minorities
Women
Women soldiers
World War II

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Pasqualine J. Gibbons, while in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was unfairly passed over for promotion and should have held the grade of technical sergeant, rather than private first class, upon her discharge on January 2, 1946.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-05-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Baylor University Lady Bear Women's Basketball team on winning the 2005 NCAA Championship for basketball.

Bill: 109-hres-205
Sponsor: Rep. Edwards, Chet [D-TX-17]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Basketball
College sports
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
Sports and Recreation
Texas
Women
Women athletes

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Congratulates the Baylor University Lady Bears for winning the 2005 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Women&#146;s Basketball Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of Garner, North Carolina.

Bill: 109-hres-206
Sponsor: Rep. Etheridge, Bob [D-NC-2]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Housing and Community Development
North Carolina
Small towns
Urban affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Recognizes the 100th anniversary of Garner, North Carolina.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of FarmHouse Fraternity, Inc.

Bill: 109-hres-207
Sponsor: Rep. Hulshof, Kenny C. [R-MO-9]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Fraternal organizations
Higher education
Service learning
Student activities

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Recognizes the 100th anniversary of FarmHouse Fraternity, Inc. Commends the fraternity and its members for a century of service.

action_date: 2005-06-21
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the 100th anniversary of FarmHouse Fraternity, Inc. Commends the fraternity and its members for a century of service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 207.
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4808-4810; text of measure as introduced in House: CR H4808-4809)
action_date: 2005-06-21
text: Miss McMorris moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2005-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any Social Security reform legislation should include a "Community Bank Option".

Bill: 109-hres-209
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2005-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Bank accounts
Finance and Financial Sector
Old age, survivors and disability insurance
Saving and investment
Social security finance

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any Social Security reform legislation should include a &quot;Community Bank Option.&quot;


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 256) to amend title 11 of the United States Code, and for other purposes.

Bill: 109-hres-211
Sponsor: Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11]
Introduced: 2005-04-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Finance and Financial Sector
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 256) to amend title 11 of the United States Code.
action_date: 2005-04-13
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. 256) to amend title 11 of the United States Code. 

action_date: 2005-04-14
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. 256) to amend title 11 of the United States Code. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 196 (Roll no. 105). (text: CR H1974)
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 196 (Roll no. 105).(text: CR H1974)
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 199 (Roll no. 104). (consideration: CR H1991)
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: DEBATE - Subsequently, the House resumed debate on H. Res. 211.
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 211.
action_date: 2005-04-14
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1974-1986, H1988-1992)
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 21.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: The rule waives all points of order against the bill and against its consideration.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-43, by Mr. Gingrey.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 109-43, by Mr. Gingrey.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Introduced in House
Honoring military children during "National Month of the Military Child".

Bill: 109-hres-212
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2005-04-13 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Associations, institutions, etc.
Charities
Congress
Congressional tributes
Families
Military dependents
Social Welfare
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: 
Joins the Secretary of Defense in honoring the children of members of the Armed Forces and recognizes that they share in the burden of protecting the Nation.
 
Urges Americans to join the military community in observing April as &quot;National Month of the Military Child.&quot;
 
Recognizes with great appreciation the contributions of private sector organizations in providing resources and assistance to military families and their communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2005-04-13
text: Introduced in House