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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3082) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-622
Sponsor: Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1]
Introduced: 2009-07-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3082) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 179 (Roll no. 527). (text: CR H7951)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 179 (Roll no. 527).(text: CR H7951)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 174 (Roll no. 526). (consideration: CR H7959)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 622.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7951-7960)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: On question of consideration of the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: The Chair put the question on consideration of the resolution. (consideration: CR H7953)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: POINT OF ORDER - Mr. Flake raised a point of order against the provisions of H.Res. 622 because it violates the Congressional Budget Act. The Chair announced that the disposition of the point of order would be resolved by the question of consideration of H.Res. 622. The House proceeded with 20 mintues of debate on the point of order at the end of which the Chair will put the question on consideration.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: By the direction of the Committee on Rules, Ms. Pingree called up H.Res. 622 and asked for its immediate consideration. (consideration: CR H7951-7953)
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 88.
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: The bill shall be considered as read through page 58, line 6. Points of order against provisions in the bill for failure to comply with clause 2 of rule XXI are waived. Notwithstanding clause 11 of rule XVIII, except as provided in section 2, no amendment shall be in order except the amendments printed in the report of the Committee on Rules accompanying this resolution. All points of order against such amendments are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI.
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-195, by Ms. Pingree (ME).
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-195, by Ms. Pingree (ME).
action_date: 2009-07-09
text: Introduced in House
Condemning all violent repression by the Government of the People's Republic of China of peaceful Uighur protests.

Bill: 111-hres-624
Sponsor: Rep. Delahunt, Bill [D-MA-10]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
China
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Condemns all violent repression of peaceful Uighur protests by the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC), and expresses sadness at the loss of both Han Chinese and Uighur life. 
 
Calls on the PRC to: (1) honor its Constitution's guarantees for freedoms of speech and association; (2) end its slander of Rebiya Kadeer; and; and (3) end its human rights abuses and repression of the Uighur people.
 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and commending the 2009 National Veterans Wheelchair Games, to be held in Spokane, Washington, July 13 through 18, 2009.

Bill: 111-hres-625
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Athletes
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Iraq
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Recognizes the significant contribution that the National Veterans Wheelchair Games make to the lives of disabled veterans who selflessly served the United States, including those veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
 
Commends the organizers of and participants in the 2009 National Veterans Wheelchair Games for their efforts in the service of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Members of Congress who participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) should be automatically enrolled in the public plan.

Bill: 111-hres-626
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Artur [D-AL-7]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Income tax rates
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Members of Congress who participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) should be automatically enrolled in the public plan (if one is established as a choice within the Health Insurance Exchange); and (2) such Members should be subject to any personal income tax increases levied as a result of healthcare legislation, regardless of their annual gross income.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to House Ways and Means
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to House Administration
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the citizen-soldiers of the National Guard of the State of Washington, including the 81st Brigade Combat Team (Heavy) of the Washington Army National Guard.

Bill: 111-hres-627
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Iraq
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
National Guard and reserves
Washington State

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives to the members of the Army National Guard and Air National Guard of the State of Washington and their families for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States.
 
Commends the members of the 81st Brigade Combat Team (Heavy) of the Washington Army National Guard on the completion of their most-recent deployment to Iraq.
 
Recognizes that Team's achievements and all other formerly and presently deployed Washington Army and Air National Guard units and members for their exemplary service.

action_date: 2009-10-14
text: 
Expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives to the members of the Army National Guard and Air National Guard of the State of Washington and their families for their service and sacrifice on behalf of the United States.
 
Commends the members of the 81st Brigade Combat Team (Heavy) of the Washington Army National Guard, the Army Reserve, and certain other state National Guards on the completion of their most-recent deployment in Iraq.
 
Recognizes that Team's achievements and all other formerly and presently deployed Washington Army and Air National Guard units and members for their exemplary service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-10-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-10-14
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H11311)
action_date: 2009-10-14
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 H11311)
action_date: 2009-10-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 627.
action_date: 2009-10-14
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11311-11313)
action_date: 2009-10-14
text: Mr. Smith (WA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-08-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should pursue the global elimination of obstacles to the proliferation of technologies and services that science has proven are necessary to address the most pressing environmental problems of our time.

Bill: 111-hres-628
Sponsor: Rep. Dreier, David [R-CA-26]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Air quality
Alternative and renewable resources
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Energy efficiency and conservation
Environmental technology
Free trade and trade barriers
Technology transfer and commercialization
Trade agreements and negotiations
Trade restrictions
Water quality

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States: (1) should pursue the global elimination of obstacles to the proliferation of technologies and services that science has proven are necessary for addressing the most pressing environmental problems of our time; and (2) has the ability and the obligation to provide global leadership in the advancement of this effort. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the accomplishments of the U.S. General Services Administration since its creation in 1949 for providing policy leadership and expertly managed space, products, services, and solutions, at the best value, to enable Federal employees to accomplish their missions.

Bill: 111-hres-629
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Energy efficiency and conservation
General Services Administration
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Intergovernmental relations
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Congratulates the employees of the United States General Services Administration (GSA) for their outstanding efforts on behalf of U.S. taxpayers.
 
Encourages GSA to continue to lead in energy efficiency, efficient workspaces, and sustainable practices and to continue to be a partner with local governments and communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1715)
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the June 28, 2009, coup d'etat in Honduras, calling for the reinstatement of President Jose Manuel Zelaya Rosales, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-630
Sponsor: Rep. Delahunt, Bill [D-MA-10]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alternative dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration
Costa Rica
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Foreign aid and international relief
Honduras
Latin America
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Condemns the June 2009 coup d'etat in Honduras, refuses to recognize the Micheletti government installed by such coup d'etat, and calls for the reinstatement of President Zelaya as President of Honduras.
 
Welcomes the mediation of Costa Rican President Oscar Arias. 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Continental Airlines on its 75th Anniversary.

Bill: 111-hres-631
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Gene [D-TX-29]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Transportation employees

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
 Recognizes the 75th anniversary of operations by Continental Airlines.
 
Congratulates the employees of Continental Airlines for the numerous awards and accolades they have earned for the company over the years.

action_date: 2009-07-29
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the 75th anniversary of operations by Continental Airlines.
 
Congratulates the employees of Continental Airlines for the numerous awards and accolades they have earned for the company over the years.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8988-8989)
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8988-8989)
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 631.
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8988-8990)
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Mr. Green, Gene moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-07-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
action_date: 2009-07-22
text: Rereferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2009-07-22
text: Committee on Science and Technology discharged.
action_date: 2009-07-22
text: Committee on Science and Technology discharged.
action_date: 2009-07-22
text: Mr. Gordon (TN) asked unanimous consent that the Committee on Science and Technology be discharged from public consideration of H.Res. 631 and that the resolution be referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-07-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Space and Aeronautics.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science and Technology.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Jockey Calvin Borel for his victory at the 135th Kentucky Derby.

Bill: 111-hres-632
Sponsor: Rep. Melancon, Charlie [D-LA-3]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Kentucky

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Congratulates Calvin Borel for his victory at the 135th Kentucky Derby. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of the United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace.

Bill: 111-hres-633
Sponsor: Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-13]
Introduced: 2009-07-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Games and hobbies
International organizations and cooperation
Olympic games
Physical fitness and lifestyle
United Nations
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: 
Recognizes the importance of sport as a way to promote peace.
 
Supports the use of sport to promote a healthy lifestyle.
 
Recognizes the important work and international contributions of the United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-10
text: Introduced in House
Acknowledging the 25th anniversary of the nomination of Representative Geraldine A. Ferraro as the first woman selected by a major political party as its candidate for Vice President.

Bill: 111-hres-634
Sponsor: Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2009-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Lawyers and legal services
Members of Congress
New York City
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: 
Recognizes that Geraldine Ferraro's vice-presidential candidacy forever enriched the American political landscape and forged a new path for American women, and congratulates her on the 25th anniversary of the acceptance of her nomination. 
 
Pays tribute to Congresswoman Ferraro's work to improve the lives of women and families not only in the Ninth Congressional District of New York but also the lives of women and families all across the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the gratitude of the House of Representatives for the service of M. Pope Barrow, Jr.

Bill: 111-hres-635
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, John D. [D-MI-15]
Introduced: 2009-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional officers and employees
Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Lawyers and legal services

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: 
Expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives to: (1) M. Pope Barrow, Jr., for his 40 years of service to the House; and (2) the Office of the Legislative Counsel for its more than 90 years of assistance in the drafting of legislation considered by the House.

action_date: 2009-07-13
text: 

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

 
Expresses the gratitude of the House of Representatives to: (1) M. Pope Barrow, Jr., for his 40 years of service to the House; and (2) the Office of the Legislative Counsel for its more than 90 years of assistance in the drafting of legislation considered by the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H8014)
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H8014)
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 635.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H8014-8021)
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Mr. Dingell asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-13
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 transfer or release of detainees held at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, into the United States.

Bill: 111-hres-636
Sponsor: Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10]
Introduced: 2009-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Caribbean area
Congressional oversight
Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Criminal justice information and records
Cuba
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Latin America
Lawyers and legal services
Military facilities and property
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: 
Directs the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any Department of Justice (DOJ) document, memo, or correspondence that relates to: (1) guidance, recommendations, or logistical preparations made since January 20, 2009, for the transfer or release of the detainees held at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, into the United States; (2) identities and other information about any detainees who have been cleared for release into the United States; (3) countries that have been contacted to request the acceptance of such detainees; and (4) legal guidance regarding the transfer, detention or release of such detainees into the United States.

action_date: 2009-07-31
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 Department of Justice (DOJ) document, memo, or correspondence that relates to: (1) guidance, recommendations, or logistical preparations made since January 20, 2009, for the transfer or release of the detainees held at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, into the United States; (2) identities and other information about any detainees who have been cleared for release into the United States; (3) countries that have been contacted to request the acceptance of such detainees; and (4) legal guidance regarding the transfer, detention or release of such detainees into the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-31
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 103.
action_date: 2009-07-31
text: Reported adversely by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 111-242.
action_date: 2009-07-31
text: Reported adversely by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 111-242.
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Ordered to be Reported Adversely by the Yeas and Nays: 14 - 12.
action_date: 2009-07-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8013, E1732)
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and accomplishments of Herbert Klein and expressing condolences on his passing.

Bill: 111-hres-637
Sponsor: Rep. Bilbray, Brian P. [R-CA-50]
Introduced: 2009-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Federal officials
News media and reporting
Presidential administrations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: 
Honors the life and accomplishments of Herbert Klein, recognizes the significance of his contribution to the fields of public relations and journalism and his innovative undertakings in the field of communications, and expresses condolences on his passing.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-07-13
text: Introduced in House