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Expressing support for designation of February 17, 2008, as "Race Day in America" and highlighting the 50th running of the Daytona 500.

Bill: 110-hres-931
Sponsor: Rep. Feeney, Tom [R-FL-24]
Introduced: 2008-01-17 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Automobiles
Congressional tributes
Florida
Special days
Sports and Recreation
Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: 
Recognizes the 50th running of the Daytona 500. Expresses support for designation of a Race Day in America in honor of such race.

action_date: 2008-02-06
text: 

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

Recognizes the 50th running of the Daytona 500. Expresses support for designation of a Race Day in America in honor of such race.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H570)
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H570)
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 931.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H570-571)
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government.
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the week of February 4 through February 8, 2008 as "National School Counseling Week".

Bill: 110-hres-932
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-39]
Introduced: 2008-01-17 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Education
Educational counseling
Elementary and secondary education
Elementary education
Secondary education
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: 
Honors the contributions of school counselors to the success of students in our elementary and secondary schools.
 
Encourages the observation of National School Counseling Week (February 4-8, 2008) with ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the crucial role school counselors play in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.

action_date: 2008-01-23
text: 

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

 
Honors the contributions of school counselors to the success of students in our elementary and secondary schools.
 
Encourages the observation of National School Counseling Week (February 4-8, 2008) with ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the crucial role school counselors play in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H420)
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H420)
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 932.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H420-422)
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Ms. Sanchez, Linda T. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-17
text: Introduced in House
Commending the Louisiana State University Tigers football team for winning the 2007 Bowl Championship Series national championship game.

Bill: 110-hres-933
Sponsor: Rep. Baker, Richard H. [R-LA-6]
Introduced: 2008-01-18 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: College sports
Congressional tributes
Education
Football
Higher education
Louisiana
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-18
text: 
Commends the Louisiana State University Tigers football team for winning the 2007 Bowl Championship Series national championship game.

action_date: 2008-01-29
text: 
Commends the Louisiana State University Tigers football team for winning the 2007 Bowl Championship Series national championship game.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 1, 4 Present (Roll no. 26). (text: CR 1/28/2008 H467)
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 1, 4 Present (Roll no. 26).(text: CR 1/28/2008 H467)
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H509-510)
action_date: 2008-01-28
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: 2008-01-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 933.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H467-468)
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Mr. Altmire moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-01-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-01-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-18
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the city of Baytown, Texas, on its 60th anniversary.

Bill: 110-hres-934
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Gene [D-TX-29]
Introduced: 2008-01-22 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Congressional tributes
Housing and Community Development
Small towns
Texas
Urban affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-22
text: 
Congratulates the city of Baytown, Texas, on its 60th anniversary.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-01-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-22
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the 100th anniversary of President Theodore Roosevelt's Conference of Governors, supporting the goals and ideals of that Conference, and recognizing the need for a similar undertaking today.

Bill: 110-hres-935
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Introduced: 2008-01-23 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Conferences
Congressional tributes
Conservation of natural resources
Economics and Public Finance
Environmental Protection
Ex-presidents
Government Operations and Politics
Governors
Nature conservation
Planning
Roosevelt (Theodore) Administration
Sustainable development

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: 
Recognizes, celebrates, and acknowledges the goals and ideals that formed the impetus for President Roosevelt's Conference of Governors 100 years ago.

Calls on the federal government, states, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and U.S. citizens to consider future efforts to preserve for future generations the resources that support our current well-being.

Express support for the creation of a national plan to align the demands for economic development with the resources of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E61)
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the emergency communications services provided by the American Red Cross are vital resources for military service members and their families.

Bill: 110-hres-937
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2008-01-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Armed forces abroad
Charities
Disaster relief
Emergency Management
Emergency communication systems
Families
International relief
Military dependents
Nongovernmental organizations
Science, Technology, Communications
Social Welfare

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the emergency communications services provided by the American Red Cross are vital for providing communication between military service members and their families during emergencies or other important events. 

action_date: 2008-09-09
text: 
Expresses appreciation for the vital emergency communications services provided by the American Red Cross between military service members and their families during emergencies or other important events. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 571). (text: CR H7869)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 571).(text: CR H7869)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7894-7895)
action_date: 2008-09-09
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: 2008-09-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 937.
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7869-7870)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Mr. Jackson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
Commending the West Virginia University Mountaineer football team for exemplifying the pride, determination, and spirit of the Mountain State and overcoming adversity with skill, commitment, and teamwork to win the 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.

Bill: 110-hres-938
Sponsor: Rep. Mollohan, Alan B. [D-WV-1]
Introduced: 2008-01-23 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
College sports
Congressional tributes
Education
Football
Higher education
Sports and Recreation
West Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: 
Congratulates the West Virginia University Mountaineer football team for winning the 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.

action_date: 2008-01-28
text: 
Congratulates the West Virginia University Mountaineer football team for winning the 2008 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H468-469)
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H468-469)
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 938.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H468-470)
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Mr. Altmire moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the glorification of terrorism and the continuing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic rhetoric at the United Nations.

Bill: 110-hres-939
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2008-01-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa (Sub-Saharan)
Antisemitism
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Conferences
Crime and Law Enforcement
Government Operations and Politics
Israel
Middle East and North Africa
Religion
Sanctions (International law)
South Africa
Terrorism
United Nations
United Nations finances
United Nations membership

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: 
Condemns the glorification of terrorism and the continuing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic rhetoric at the United Nations.
 
Calls on the Secretary General of the United Nations and the Secretary of State to take actions against such activities and hold responsible officials and member states for such statements.
 
Calls on the President to use U.S. influence to prevent the use of the U.N. budget to support the planned 2009 Durban Review Conference and to withhold a proportional amount of U.S. contributions to the United Nations should the Durban Review Conference proceed as planned.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1528) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the New England National Scenic Trail, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-940
Sponsor: Rep. Cardoza, Dennis A. [D-CA-18]
Introduced: 2008-01-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1528) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the New England National Scenic Trail.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1528 (New England National Scenic Trail Designation Act).

action_date: 2008-01-29
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1528) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the New England National Scenic Trail.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H517)
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H517)
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H522)
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 940.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H517-522)
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 182.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: All points of order against such amendments are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. 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 Natural Resources now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-519, by Mr. Cardoza.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-519, by Mr. Cardoza.
action_date: 2008-01-28
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: 110-hres-941
Sponsor: Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28]
Introduced: 2008-01-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Economics and Public Finance
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: 
Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendars and Committee Reports) to allow consideration on the same day it is presented to the House of any resolution reported on the legislative day of January 29, 2008, providing for consideration of a bill to provide economic stimulus through recovery rebates to individuals, incentives for business investment, and an increase in conforming and FHA loan limits.

action_date: 2008-01-28
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 (Calendars and Committee Reports) to allow consideration on the same day it is presented to the House of any resolution reported on the legislative day of January 29, 2008, providing for consideration of a bill to provide economic stimulus through recovery rebates to individuals, incentives for business investment, and an increase in conforming and FHA loan limits.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 956, H. Res. 941 is laid on the table.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 183.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-520, by Ms. Slaughter.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-520, by Ms. Slaughter.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month.

Bill: 110-hres-942
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2008-01-28 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Black history
History
Minorities
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: 
Recognizes the significance of Black History Month as an important time to recognize the contributions of African-Americans in the nation's history.
 
Encourages the continued celebration of this month to provide an opportunity for all peoples of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation.
 
Recognizes that the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.

action_date: 2008-02-06
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the significance of Black History Month as an important time to recognize the contributions of African-Americans in the nation's history.
 
Encourages the continued celebration of this month to provide an opportunity for all peoples of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the nation.
 
Recognizes that the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 367 - 0 (Roll no. 30). (text: CR H566)
action_date: 2008-02-06
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): 367 - 0 (Roll no. 30).(text: CR H566)
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H592-593)
action_date: 2008-02-06
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: 2008-02-06
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 942.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H566-570)
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Mr. Hodes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2008-01-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the service and accomplishments of Lieutenant General Russel L. Honore, United States Army, for his 37 years of service on behalf of the United States.

Bill: 110-hres-944
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]
Introduced: 2008-01-28 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Alabama
Armed Forces and National Security
Army
Congressional tributes
Disaster relief
Emergency Management
Hurricanes
Louisiana
Mississippi
Officer personnel

Summary:
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: 
Honors Lieutenant General Russel L. Honore, United States Army, for his 37 years of service, and commends him for his dedication and commitment to the Army and his leadership in the post-Katrina recovery effort.

action_date: 2008-02-25
text: 
Honors Lieutenant General Russel L. Honore, United States Army, for his 37 years of service and commends him for his dedication and commitment to the Army and his leadership in the post-Katrina recovery effort.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 71). (text: CR H1010)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 380 - 0 (Roll no. 71).(text: CR H1010)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1015-1016)
action_date: 2008-02-25
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: 2008-02-25
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 944.
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1010-1013)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-02-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-01-28
text: Introduced in House