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Recognizing the importance and contributions of the official United States naval history museums.

Bill: 111-hres-984
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-22]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military history
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Acknowledges the great contributions of official U.S. naval museums.
 
Commends employees and volunteers at each museum for their hard work and dedication in promoting U.S. naval history.
 
Recommends that the people of the United States take advantage of the educational and historical exhibits at those naval museums.
 
Urges continued Navy support for the museums. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-01-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in the possession of the Administrator relating to nutrient management of the Illinois River Watershed, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Bill: 111-hres-985
Sponsor: Rep. Boozman, John [R-AR-3]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Agricultural conservation and pollution
Arkansas
Congress
Congressional oversight
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Lakes and rivers
Oklahoma
Water quality
Watersheds

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Directs the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in the possession of the Administrator relating to nutrient management of the Illinois River Watershed, Arkansas and Oklahoma.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-01-29
text: For Further Action See H.Res.995.
action_date: 2009-12-17
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Supporting a national and international celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America's birth, to be held throughout the year 2026, focused on the Greater Philadelphia Region in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the State of Delaware, and the State of New Jersey.

Bill: 111-hres-986
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Social Sciences and History
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Expresses support for a national and international celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America's birth, to be hosted by the Greater Philadelphia Region in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of trade to the United States economy and the importance of passing free trade agreements with Colombia, South Korea, and Panama.

Bill: 111-hres-987
Sponsor: Rep. Frelinghuysen, Rodney P. [R-NJ-11]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Asia
Colombia
Economic development
Free trade and trade barriers
Latin America
Panama
South Korea
Trade agreements and negotiations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Recognizes the importance of reduced trade barriers to the United States for promoting economic development, creating jobs, and solidifying relations with trading partners.
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement, the United States-Panama Free Trade Agreement, and the United States-Korea Free Trade Agreement should be implemented immediately.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the exemplarily service, devotion to country, and selfless sacrifice of Special Warfare Operators 2nd Class Matthew McCabe and Jonathan Keefe and Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Julio Huertas in capturing Ahmed Hashim Abed, one of the most-wanted terrorists in Iraq, and pledging to continue to support members of the United States Armed Forces serving in harm's way.

Bill: 111-hres-988
Sponsor: Rep. Hunter, Duncan D. [R-CA-52]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Iraq
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Recognizes the exemplary service, devotion to country, and selfless sacrifice of Special Warfare Operators 2nd Class Matthew McCabe and Jonathan Keefe and Special Warfare Operator 1st Class Julio Huertas in the capture of Ahmed Hashim Abed, the alleged planner of an ambush in Fallujah, Iraq, that resulted in the killing of four security contractors.
 
Pledges continued support to members of U.S. Armed Forces serving in harm's way.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-01-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal economies.

Bill: 111-hres-989
Sponsor: Rep. Inslee, Jay [D-WA-1]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Air quality
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
International law and treaties
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Marine pollution

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Calls for the United States to adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal economies.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-09
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 170 (Roll no. 341).
action_date: 2010-06-09
text: Failed of passage/not agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 170 (Roll no. 341).
action_date: 2010-06-09
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4287-4288)
action_date: 2010-06-09
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: 2010-06-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 989.
action_date: 2010-06-09
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4252-4256; text of measure as introduced: CR H4252-4253)
action_date: 2010-06-09
text: Mr. Inslee moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-12-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of January 2010 as "National Mentoring Month".

Bill: 111-hres-990
Sponsor: Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Child care and development
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Education of the disadvantaged
Elementary and secondary education
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Supports the designation of National Mentoring Month. 
 
Praises those who are already serving as mentors. 
 
Encourages others to volunteer as mentors.

action_date: 2010-01-26
text: 

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

 
Supports the designation of National Mentoring Month. 
 
Praises those who are already serving as mentors. 
 
Encourages others to volunteer as mentors.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-02-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
action_date: 2010-01-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-01-26
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 0 (Roll no. 17). (text: CR H339-340)
action_date: 2010-01-26
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): 398 - 0 (Roll no. 17).(text: CR H339-340)
action_date: 2010-01-26
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H353-354)
action_date: 2010-01-26
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: 2010-01-26
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 990.
action_date: 2010-01-26
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H339-341)
action_date: 2010-01-26
text: Ms. Woolsey moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Commending the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship.

Bill: 111-hres-991
Sponsor: Rep. Perriello, Thomas S.P. [D-VA-5]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Higher education
School athletics
Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Congratulates the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship. 

action_date: 2010-01-19
text: 

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

Congratulates the University of Virginia men's soccer team for winning the 2009 Division I NCAA National Championship. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-02-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 398 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 8). (text: CR H165)
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 398 - 0, 2 Present (Roll no. 8).(text: CR H165)
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H168)
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Hirono 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: 2010-01-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 991.
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H165-166)
action_date: 2010-01-19
text: Ms. Hirono moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House that the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran should halt the widespread and brutal repression of the peaceful reformist protestors, opposition supporters, human rights defenders, students, and journalists following the disputed Iranian presidential election of June 12, 2009.

Bill: 111-hres-992
Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Human rights
International law and treaties
Iran
Middle East
Militias and paramilitary groups
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Condemns the gross abuses of the rights of Iranian citizens by the government of Islamic Republic of Iran and calls on the government to immediately honor its obligations under its own constitution and International Human Rights Laws.
 
Supports the rights of Iranian citizens to peacefully protest.
 
Urges the government of Iran to release all those peaceful protectors and opposition supporters it has detained, stop the harassment and violent acts against these Iranian citizens committed by security forces and the Basij militias, and bring to justice the government authorities responsible for such unlawful acts of violence.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the service, professionalism, honor, and sacrifices of the Navy SEALs and their contribution to the national security of the United States, supporting the mission of the Navy SEALs, and encouraging the people of the United States to learn the history and mission of the Navy SEALs.

Bill: 111-hres-993
Sponsor: Rep. Rooney, Thomas J. [R-FL-16]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Recognizes the service, professionalism, honor, and sacrifices of Navy SEALs and their contributions to U.S. national security.
 
Supports their mission in the global war on terrorism.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to learn their history and mission.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Directing the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in the Attorney General's possession relating to the decision to dismiss United States v. New Black Panther Party.

Bill: 111-hres-994
Sponsor: Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10]
Introduced: 2009-12-16 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal justice information and records
Evidence and witnesses
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Voting rights

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: 
Directs the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any document, memo, or correspondence of the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding
 United States v. New Black Panther Party
 that refers or relates to DOJ communications about the case or with the defendants or third parties between November 5, 2008, and November 15, 2008, or any evidence with regard to the dismissal of the case.

action_date: 2010-01-27
text: 

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

 
Directs the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any document, memo, or correspondence of the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding
 United States v. New Black Panther Party
 that refers or relates to DOJ communications about the case or with the defendants or third parties between November 5, 2008, and November 15, 2008, or any evidence with regard to the dismissal of the case.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 153.
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Reported adversely by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 111-404.
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Reported adversely by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 111-404.
action_date: 2010-01-13
text: Ordered to be Reported Adversely by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 14.
action_date: 2010-01-13
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-12-17
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E3025-3026)
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-16
text: Introduced in House
Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in the possession of the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to nutrient management of the Illinois River Watershed, Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Bill: 111-hres-995
Sponsor: Rep. Boozman, John [R-AR-3]
Introduced: 2009-12-19 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Agricultural conservation and pollution
Arkansas
Congress
Congressional oversight
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Lakes and rivers
Oklahoma
Water quality
Watersheds

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: 
Requests the President to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in the possession of the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) relating to nutrient management of the Illinois River Watershed, Arkansas and Oklahoma. 

action_date: 2010-01-29
text: 
Requests the President to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all technical and scientific documentation in the possession of the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) relating to the Administrator's technical and scientific rationale for the establishment of a total phosphorous limit of 0.1 milligram per liter for the Northwest Arkansas Conservation Authority wastewater treatment facility, Arkansas. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-01-29
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 154.
action_date: 2010-01-29
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 111-407.
action_date: 2010-01-29
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 111-407.
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2010-01-27
text: Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Discharged.
action_date: 2009-12-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.

Bill: 111-hres-996
Sponsor: Rep. Fudge, Marcia L. [D-OH-11]
Introduced: 2009-12-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Nutrition and diet
Physical fitness and lifestyle

Summary:
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. 

Recognizes the importance of preventing childhood obesity and decreasing its prevalence in the United States.

action_date: 2010-05-20
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. 

Recognizes the importance of preventing childhood obesity and decreasing its prevalence in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 5/19/2010 H3599-3600)
action_date: 2010-05-20
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 5/19/2010 H3599-3600)
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3682)
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mrs. Capps 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: 2010-05-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 996.
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3599-3601)
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-12-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-12-19
text: Introduced in House