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Congratulating the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 140th season.

Bill: 110-hres-1371
Sponsor: Rep. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY-20]
Introduced: 2008-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
New York State
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: 
Congratulates the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 140th season and recognizes its important place in horseracing history.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the University of Nebraska at Omaha and recognizing the partnership between the City of Omaha, its citizens, and the University to build a vibrant and dynamic community.

Bill: 110-hres-1372
Sponsor: Rep. Terry, Lee [R-NE-2]
Introduced: 2008-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Colleges
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
Nebraska

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: 
Requests the President issue a proclamation recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
 
Encourages state and local governments to recognize the partnership among Omaha, its citizens, and the University of Nebraska to build a vibrant and dynamic community.

action_date: 2008-09-17
text: 
Requests the President issue a proclamation recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the University of Nebraska at Omaha.
 
Encourages state and local governments to recognize the partnership among Omaha, its citizens, and the University of Nebraska to build a vibrant and dynamic community.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8368-8369)
action_date: 2008-09-15
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Bishop (UT) 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: 2008-09-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1372.
action_date: 2008-09-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8092-8094; text of measure as introduced: CR H8092)
action_date: 2008-09-15
text: Mr. Hinojosa moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of National Marina Day to honor America's marinas for their many contributions to their local communities and create awarness amongst citizens, policymakers, elected officials, and employees of the overall contributions of marinas to their well-being.

Bill: 110-hres-1373
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Candice S. [R-MI-10]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Marine and inland water transportation
Navigation, waterways, harbors
Outdoor recreation
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Supports designation of National Marina Day (August 9, 2008) to honor the Nation's marinas. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Grand Coulee Dam and recognizing its critical role in the national and economic security of the United States and the contributions of hydroelectric power to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Bill: 110-hres-1374
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Water Resources Development
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Dams and canals
Electric power generation and transmission
Washington State
Water use and supply

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Grand Coulee Dam and recognizes the critical role it continues to pay in the national and economic security of the United States by providing vital electric power and crop irrigation.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Grand Coulee Dam and recognizes the critical role it continues to pay in the national and economic security of the United States by providing vital electric power and crop irrigation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8502)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8502)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1374.
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8502-8503)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2008-07-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water and Power.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month.

Bill: 110-hres-1375
Sponsor: Rep. Biggert, Judy [R-IL-13]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Families
Runaway children
Special months
Youth services

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Recognizes and supports the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month. 

action_date: 2008-09-27
text: 

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

 
Recognizes and supports the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H10214)
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H10214)
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H10214)
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Committee on Oversight and Government discharged.
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Committee on Oversight and Government discharged.
action_date: 2008-09-27
text: Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and commending Muslims in the United States and throughout the world for their faith.

Bill: 110-hres-1377
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
 Recognizes the Islamic faith as one of the great world religions.
 
 Acknowledges the onset of Ramadan and expresses deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this significant occasion. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to authorize and direct the Speaker to issue rules permitting the display outside of the offices of Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner in the House office buildings of tributes to members of the Armed Forces killed in United States engagements in Iraq or Afghanistan.

Bill: 110-hres-1378
Sponsor: Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Iraq
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Amends Rule I (The Speaker) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to authorize the Speaker to issue rules permitting the display outside of the offices of Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner in the House office buildings of tributes to members of the Armed Forces killed in U.S. engagements in Iraq or Afghanistan.
 
Permits current tributes outside of such offices to remain there until such rules are issued.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Passport Month.

Bill: 110-hres-1379
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Visas and passports

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Passport Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Commending Federal and local law enforcement for their efforts to crack down on illegal immigration in the Chicagoland suburbs and calling on the Governor of the State of Illinois to immediately implement employee verification technology to curb rising trends in illegal immigration in the State of Illinois.

Bill: 110-hres-1380
Sponsor: Rep. Roskam, Peter J. [R-IL-6]
Introduced: 2008-07-24 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Congressional tributes
Foreign labor
Illinois
Immigration status and procedures
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: 
Commends local law enforcement officers participating in Operation Community Shield.

Reaffirms the basic right of employers to verify the immigration status of prospective employees.

Calls on the Illinois General Assembly to repeal Illinois Public Act 095-0138, which denies employers the right to verify the legal status of potential employees.

Urges the Governor and legislature of Illinois to take every possible action to enforce existing immigration laws and address the growing illegal immigrant population in Illinois.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-24
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the heritage of the Coast Guard.

Bill: 110-hres-1382
Sponsor: Rep. Oberstar, James L. [D-MN-8]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Coast guard
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: 
Recognizes and honors all the men and women of the Coast Guard and its predecessor organizations since August 7, 1789. 

action_date: 2008-09-29
text: 

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

 
Recognizes and honors all the men and women of the Coast Guard and its predecessor organizations since August 7, 1789. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-09-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H10618)
action_date: 2008-09-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H10618)
action_date: 2008-09-29
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H10618)
action_date: 2008-09-29
text: Mr. Rahall asked unanimous consent to take from the Speaker's table and consider.
action_date: 2008-09-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 284.
action_date: 2008-09-28
text: Reported by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 110-899.
action_date: 2008-09-28
text: Reported by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 110-899.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Discharged.
action_date: 2008-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the independence of Bulgaria.

Bill: 110-hres-1383
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Bulgaria
Collective security
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: 
Commends the Republic of Bulgaria for developing increasingly friendly and meaningful relations with the United States over the past 100 years.
 
 Recognizes Bulgaria's continued contributions toward peace and prosperity in South Eastern Europe. 
 
Salutes Bulgaria's increasingly vital role as a valuable ally in the war against international terrorism.

action_date: 2008-09-09
text: 
Commends the Republic of Bulgaria for its efforts to strengthen relations with the United States over the past 100 years.
 
 Recognizes Bulgaria's contributions toward bringing peace and prosperity to South Eastern Europe, including its contributions to regional security and democratic stability.
 
 Salutes Bulgaria's increasingly vital role in the war against international terrorism.
 
 Encourages opportunities for greater cooperation between the United States and Bulgaria in the political, military, economic, and cultural spheres.


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 voice vote. (text: CR H7878)
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 voice vote.(text: CR H7878)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1383.
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7878-7879)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6599) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-hres-1384
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
House rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6599) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 186 (Roll no. 550). (text: CR H7649)
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 186 (Roll no. 550).(text: CR H7649)
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 181 (Roll no. 549). (consideration: CR H7678)
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7677-7678)
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res. 1384, the Chair put the question on adoption of ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings(WA) demanded the yeas and nays, and the Chair postponed further proceedings on adoption until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 1384.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1384.
action_date: 2008-07-31
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7649-7656)
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 255.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. Notwithstanding clause 11 of rule XVIII, no amendment to the bill shall be in order except those printed in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII in a daily issue dated July 30, 2008, or earlier and except pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-800, by Ms. Castor.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 110-800, by Ms. Castor.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of National Marina Day to honor America's marinas for their many contributions to their local communities and create awareness amongst citizens, policymakers, elected officials, and employees of the overall contributions of marinas to their well-being.

Bill: 110-hres-1385
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Candice S. [R-MI-10]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Marine and inland water transportation
Navigation, waterways, harbors
Outdoor recreation
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: 
Commemorates the marinas of the United States for providing environmentally-friendly gateways to boating for the citizens of, and the visitors to, the United States.
 
Supports designation of a National Marina Day (August 9, 2008).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of a National Prader-Willi Awareness Month to raise awareness and promote research into this challenging disorder.

Bill: 110-hres-1386
Sponsor: Rep. Royce, Edward R. [R-CA-40]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health programs administration and funding
Hereditary and development disorders
Medical research

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of a National Prader-Willi Awareness Month; and (2) increased funding for research into the causes, treatment, and cure for Prader-Willi syndrome.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, for 100 years of service and leadership to the United States.

Bill: 110-hres-1387
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2008-07-29 in the House
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Colleges
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: 
Congratulates the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, for 100 years of leadership and service to the Fredericksburg area, Virginia, and our nation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2008-07-29
text: Introduced in House