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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1433) to provide for the treatment of the District of Columbia as a Congressional district for purposes of representation in the House of Representatives, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-260
Sponsor: Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24]
Introduced: 2007-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1433) to provide for the treatment of the District of Columbia as a Congressional district for purposes of representation in the House of Representatives.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1433 (District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 226 - 195 (Roll no. 180). (text: CR H2825)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 226 - 195 (Roll no. 180).(text: CR H2825)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 198 (Roll no. 179). (consideration: CR H2836-2837)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 260.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2825-2837)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 28.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 or rule XXI. All points of order against the bill, as amended, are waived. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-63, by Mr. Arcuri.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-63, by Mr. Arcuri.
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1591) making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-261
Sponsor: Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28]
Introduced: 2007-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Economics and Public Finance
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1591) making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1591 (U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act, 2007).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 201 (Roll no. 182). (text: CR H2863)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 225 - 201 (Roll no. 182).(text: CR H2863)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H2873)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 261.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2863-2874)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 29.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. The amendment printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution shall be considered as adopted.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-64, by Ms. Slaughter.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-64, by Ms. Slaughter.
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Ellen May Tower who, while an United States Army nurse during the Spanish-American War, became the first Army nurse to die on foreign soil.

Bill: 110-hres-262
Sponsor: Rep. Rogers, Mike J. [R-MI-8]
Introduced: 2007-03-22 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Army
Caribbean area
Congressional tributes
Europe
Health
History
Michigan
Military medicine
Nurses
Puerto Rico
Spain
Special months
War
War casualties
Women
Women soldiers

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: 
Honors Ellen May Tower (who, while serving as a U.S. Army nurse during the Spanish-American War, became the first Army nurse to die on foreign soil) during Women's History Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-22
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: 110-hres-264
Sponsor: Rep. Holden, Tim [D-PA-17]
Introduced: 2007-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Correctional personnel
Crime and Law Enforcement
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week.
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: 

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

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Correctional Officers and Employees Week. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4524)
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H4524)
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 264.
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4524-4526)
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Mr. Scott (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2007-04-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Honoring military children during "National Month of the Military Child".

Bill: 110-hres-265
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2007-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Associations, institutions, etc.
Charities
Congressional tributes
Families
Military dependents
Social Welfare
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-23
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 National Month of the Military Child.

Recognizes with great appreciation the contributions of private sector organizations in providing resources and assistance to military families and their communities.

action_date: 2008-04-08
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 National Month of the Military Child.
 
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: 2008-04-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-04-08
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2020)
action_date: 2008-04-08
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 H2020)
action_date: 2008-04-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 265.
action_date: 2008-04-08
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2020-2022)
action_date: 2008-04-08
text: Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2007-04-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of British marines and sailors held captive by Iran, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-267
Sponsor: Rep. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL-10]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Aggression
Armed Forces and National Security
Energy
Europe
Gasoline
Hostages
Iran
Iraq
Iraq compilation
Marines
Middle East and North Africa
Nuclear nonproliferation
Nuclear weapons
Sanctions (International law)
Searches and seizures
Territorial waters
United Kingdom
United Nations
Weapons of mass destruction

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
 Condemns the Islamic Republic of Iran for the seizure of 15 British marines and sailors and demands their unconditional release.
 
 Calls on the U.N. Security Council to condemn this seizure and explore new sanctions against Iran, including gasoline restrictions, to prevent further Iranian hostile action, deny Iran's ability to militarize the Persian Gulf, and enforce Iran's nonproliferation commitments. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E647)
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Supporting responsible fatherhood, promoting marriage, and encouraging greater involvement of fathers in the lives of their children, especially on Father's Day.

Bill: 110-hres-268
Sponsor: Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Child development
Congress
Congressional tributes
Families
Fathers
Parent and child
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
Commends the millions of fathers who serve as wonderful, caring parents for their children.

Calls on fathers across the United States to use Father&#146;s Day to reconnect and rededicate themselves to their children&#146;s lives, to spend Father&#146;s Day with their children, and to express their love and support for their children.

Urges men to understand the level of responsibility fathering a child requires, especially in the encouragement of the moral, academic, and spiritual development of children.

Encourages active involvement of fathers in the rearing and development of their children, including the devotion of time, energy, and resources.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-06-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 835) to reauthorize the programs of the Department of Housing and Urban Development for housing assistance for Native Hawaiians.

Bill: 110-hres-269
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
Minorities
Native Americans

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 835) to reauthorize the programs of the Department of Housing and Urban Development for housing assistance for Native Hawaiians.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 835 (Hawaiian Homeownership Opportunity Act of 2007).

action_date: 2007-03-27
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 835 (Hawaiian Homeownership Opportunity Act of 2007).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 188 (Roll no. 192). (text: CR H3087)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 188 (Roll no. 192).(text: CR H3087)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3098)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of the debate on H.Res. 269, the Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Sessions objected to the voice vote based upon the absence of a quorum. The Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption until later in the legislative day. The point of no quorum is considered as withdrawn.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H3088)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 269.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3087-3089)
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 33.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 835 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. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-73, by Mr. Hastings (FL).
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-73, by Mr. Hastings (FL).
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1401) to improve the security of railroads, public transportation, and over-the-road buses in the United States, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-270
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure
Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1401) to improve the security of railroads, public transportation, and over-the-road buses in the United States.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1401 (Rail and Public Transportation Security Act of 2007).

action_date: 2007-03-27
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1401 (Rail and Public Transportation Security Act of 2007).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 199 (Roll no. 191). (text: CR H3089)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 199 (Roll no. 191).(text: CR H3089)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 222 - 199 (Roll no. 190). (consideration: CR H3096-3097)
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 270.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3089-3098)
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 34.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill 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 Homeland Security now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-74, by Mr. Hastings (FL).
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-74, by Mr. Hastings (FL).
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients, commending the efforts of the Medal of Honor Host City Program in Gainesville, Texas, to celebrate and honor the contributions of Medal of Honor recipients, and encouraging the expansion of the program.

Bill: 110-hres-271
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional Medal of Honor
Congressional tributes
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
Recognizes the heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients.
 
Commends the efforts of the Medal of Honor Host City Program in Gainesville, Texas, to celebrate and honor the contributions of such recipients.
 
Encourages the expansion of such Program to communities throughout the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.

Bill: 110-hres-272
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]
Introduced: 2007-03-26 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Anniversaries
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorations
Crimes against humanity
Europe
Foreign Trade and International Finance
Government Operations and Politics
History
Legislation
Parliamentary government
Slavery
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: 
Recognizes the historical significance of the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade to the world.
 
 Respects the memory of those who died as a result of slavery, including through exposure to the horrors of the Middle Passage and in resistance to enslavement.
 

action_date: 2007-05-01
text: 
Recognizes the historical significance of the 200th anniversary of the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade to the world.
 
 Respects the memory of those who died as a result of slavery, including through exposure to the horrors of the Middle Passage and in resistance to enslavement.
 
States that the House of Representatives should educate current and future generations about this crime against humanity by honoring its significance in U.S. history with appropriate programs and activities. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4233)
action_date: 2007-05-01
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 H4233)
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 272.
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4232-4238)
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2007-04-19
text: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2007-04-19
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-26
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-273
Sponsor: Rep. Hinojosa, Ruben [D-TX-15]
Introduced: 2007-03-27 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Finance and Financial Sector
Financial planning
Personal budgets
Saving and investment
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month, including raising public awareness about the importance of financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.

action_date: 2007-04-17
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 Financial Literacy Month, including raising public awareness about the importance of financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 2 (Roll no. 217). (text: CR 4/16/2007 H3379-3380)
action_date: 2007-04-17
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): 414 - 2 (Roll no. 217).(text: CR 4/16/2007 H3379-3380)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3437-3438)
action_date: 2007-04-16
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 until April 17.
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 273.
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3379-3387)
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2007-03-29
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2007-03-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2007-03-27
text: Introduced in House