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Congratulating the National Football League champion New York Giants for winning Super Bowl XLII and completing one of the most remarkable postseason runs in professional sports history.

Bill: 110-hres-960
Sponsor: Rep. Rothman, Steven R. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2008-02-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Football
New Jersey
New York City
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: 
Congratulates the National Football League champion New York Giants for winning Super Bowl XLII and completing one of the most impressive seasons in professional sports history.

action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 

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

Congratulates the National Football League champion New York Giants for winning Super Bowl XLII and completing one of the most impressive seasons in professional sports history.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 55). (text: CR 2/12/2008 H837)
action_date: 2008-02-13
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): 412 - 1, 2 Present (Roll no. 55).(text: CR 2/12/2008 H837)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H907-908)
action_date: 2008-02-12
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: 2008-02-12
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 960.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H837-839)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Mr. Butterfield moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
Commending the Alaska Army National Guard for its service to the State of Alaska and the citizens of the United States.

Bill: 110-hres-961
Sponsor: Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large]
Introduced: 2008-02-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Alaska
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed forces abroad
Army
Congressional tributes
Infantry
Iraq compilation
Military operations
National Guard

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: 
Commends the 3rd Battalion, 29th Infantry of the Alaska Army National Guard upon its completion of deployment and service to the Commonwealth of Alaska and the citizens of the United States. 

action_date: 2008-05-20
text: 

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

 
Commends the 3rd Battalion, 29th Infantry of the Alaska Army National Guard upon its completion of deployment and service to the Commonwealth of Alaska and the citizens of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4180)
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H4180)
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 961.
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4180-4182)
action_date: 2008-05-20
text: Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-02-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the city of Inglewood, California on its 100th anniversary and commending the city for its growth and resilience.

Bill: 110-hres-962
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-35]
Introduced: 2008-02-06 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
California
Congressional tributes
Government Operations and Politics
Metropolitan areas
Urban affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: 
Congratulates the City of Inglewood, California, on its 100th anniversary.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-06
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-963
Sponsor: Rep. Rodriguez, Ciro D. [D-TX-23]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Health
Social Welfare
Veterans' hospitals
Veterans' medical care
Veterans' organizations
Volunteer workers

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
 Expresses support for the National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Program and its efforts to: (1) pay tribute to and express appreciation for hospitalized veterans; (2) increase community awareness of the role of the medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA); and (3) encourage citizens to visit hospitalized veterans and become involved as volunteers.

Declares that the House of Representatives will continue to work with veterans service organizations to support our veterans.

action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 

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

 Expresses support for the National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Program and its efforts to: (1) pay tribute to and express appreciation for hospitalized veterans; (2) increase community awareness of the role of the medical centers of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA); and (3) encourage citizens to visit hospitalized veterans and become involved as volunteers.

Declares that the House of Representatives will continue to work with veterans service organizations to support our veterans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 384 - 0 (Roll no. 67). (text: CR 2/13/2008 H916)
action_date: 2008-02-14
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): 384 - 0 (Roll no. 67).(text: CR 2/13/2008 H916)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H969-970)
action_date: 2008-02-13
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: 2008-02-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 963.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H916-917)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Mr. Rodriguez moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Resolution promoting the safe operation of 15-passenger vans.

Bill: 110-hres-964
Sponsor: Rep. Duncan, John J., Jr. [R-TN-2]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Bus drivers
Commerce
Consumer education
Driver education
Motor buses
Motor vehicle safety
Risk
Safety measures
Seat belts
Traffic accidents and safety

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Recognizes the need for awareness of the increased risks of driving 15-passenger vans.
 
Encourages operators of such vans to provide adequate training for drivers and safety information to passengers, including the need to wear seat belts.

action_date: 2008-04-29
text: 
Recognizes the need for awareness of the increased risks of driving 15-passenger vans.
 
Encourages operators of such vans to provide adequate training for drivers and safety information to passengers, including the need to wear seat belts.

action_date: 2008-04-30
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on April 29, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Recognizes the need for awareness of the increased risks of driving 15-passenger vans.
 
Encourages operators of such vans to provide adequate training for drivers and safety information to passengers, including the need to wear seat belts.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2888)
action_date: 2008-04-30
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 H2888)
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 964.
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2888-2890)
action_date: 2008-04-30
text: Mr. DeFazio moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-04-29
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 210.
action_date: 2008-04-29
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 110-608.
action_date: 2008-04-29
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 110-608.
action_date: 2008-02-28
text: Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Discharged.
action_date: 2008-02-28
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2008-02-28
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2008-02-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the actions and statements of Venezuelan president Hugo Rafael Chavez Frias.

Bill: 110-hres-965
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-49]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Aggression
Armed Forces and National Security
Arms control
Colombia
Crime and Law Enforcement
Democracy
Drug abuse
Drug law enforcement
Drug traffic
Foreign leaders
Government Operations and Politics
Guerrilla warfare
International cooperation
Latin America
State-sponsored terrorism
Terrorism
Venezuela

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Expresses support for the Venezuelan people and their continued democratic self-governance.
 
 Calls upon the Chavez government to immediately implement measures to stop Venezuelan territory and weapons from being used as resources by terrorist organizations. 
 
Calls upon the United States to examine the extent to which Venezuela may be designated as a terrorist sanctuary.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 263) to establish the Joint Select Committee on Earmark Reform, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-967
Sponsor: Rep. Kingston, Jack [R-GA-1]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 263) to establish the Joint Select Committee on Earmark Reform.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.

Bill: 110-hres-968
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Armed Forces and National Security
Congressional tributes
Department of Defense
Government Operations and Politics
Military research
Military technology
Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and commends it for its valuable contributions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all employers give veterans a holiday on Veteran's Day in honor of their service to our country.

Bill: 110-hres-969
Sponsor: Rep. Shays, Christopher [R-CT-4]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Labor and Employment
Leave of absence
Veterans Day
Veterans' benefits

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Urges all employers to give veterans a holiday in honor of their service and so they may participate in Veterans Day ceremonies.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-03-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National Corvette Day".

Bill: 110-hres-970
Sponsor: Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-19]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Automobiles
Special days
Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Supports the designation of June 30 as National Corvette Day.

action_date: 2008-06-26
text: 

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

 
Supports the designation of June 30 as National Corvette Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-06-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-06-26
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 6/24/2008 H5992)
action_date: 2008-06-26
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 6/24/2008 H5992)
action_date: 2008-06-26
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6121)
action_date: 2008-06-24
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Foxx objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
action_date: 2008-06-24
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 970.
action_date: 2008-06-24
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5992-5993)
action_date: 2008-06-24
text: Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-06-20
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sympathies and support of the House of Representatives for the individuals and institutions affected by the powerful tornados that struck communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee on February 5th, 2008.

Bill: 110-hres-971
Sponsor: Rep. Gordon, Bart [D-TN-6]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Alabama
Arkansas
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Department of Homeland Security
Disaster relief
Emergency Management
Emergency medicine
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Federal employees
Fire fighters
Government Operations and Politics
Kentucky
Law enforcement officers
Medical personnel
Mississippi
Paramedical personnel
Police
Tennessee
Tornadoes

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
 Expresses the deepest sympathies of the House of Representatives to the citizens of the states hit by the storms over the devastation caused by the powerful tornados that struck their communities on February 5, 2008.

Expresses the appreciation of the House to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), first responders, and the others involved in the relief effort for their valiant service to those affected by the storms.

Expresses the support of the House as the citizens of these communities continue their efforts to rebuild their community and their lives.

action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 

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

Expresses the deepest sympathies of the House of Representatives to the citizens of the states hit by the storms over the devastation caused by the powerful tornados that struck their communities on February 5, 2008.

Expresses the appreciation of the House to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), first responders, and the others involved in the relief effort for their valiant service to those affected by the storms.

Expresses the support of the House as the citizens of these communities continue their efforts to rebuild their community and their lives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H919)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H919)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 971.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H919-922)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Mr. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day.

Bill: 110-hres-972
Sponsor: Rep. Capps, Lois [D-CA-23]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Access to health care
Cardiovascular diseases
Economics and Public Finance
Federal aid to research
Health
Health education
Medical research
Preventive medicine
Science, Technology, Communications
Special days
Stroke

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day. 

Recognizes and reaffirms the commitment to fighting heart disease and stroke by promoting awareness about the causes, risks, and prevention, supporting research, and expanding access to medical treatment.

Encourages all Americans to learn about their risk for heart disease.

action_date: 2008-02-14
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 American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day. 

Recognizes and reaffirms the commitment to fighting heart disease and stroke by promoting awareness about the causes, risks, and prevention, supporting research, and expanding access to medical treatment.

Encourages all Americans to learn about their risk for heart disease.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 389 - 0 (Roll no. 68). (text: CR 2/13/2008 H914)
action_date: 2008-02-14
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): 389 - 0 (Roll no. 68).(text: CR 2/13/2008 H914)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H970-971)
action_date: 2008-02-13
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: 2008-02-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 972.
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H917-918)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of the 10th annual National Consumer Protection Week.

Bill: 110-hres-973
Sponsor: Rep. Hinojosa, Ruben [D-TX-15]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Commerce
Consumer education
Consumer protection
Finance and Financial Sector
Financial planning
Personal budgets
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
 Supports the goals and ideals of the 10th Annual National Consumer Protection Week, including raising public awareness of consumer protection and financial literacy.
 
Encourages people to take advantage of consumer protection information.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in House