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Electing a minority member to a standing committee.

Bill: 111-hres-723
Sponsor: Rep. Pence, Mike [R-IN-6]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 
Elects a named minority Member to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. 

action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 

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

 
Elects a named minority Member to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H9350)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H9350)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9350)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the first responders, paying tribute to the victims of the Southern California wildfires, and mourning the loss of Firefighter Captain Tedmund "Ted" Hall, and Firefighter Specialist Arnaldo "Arnie" Quinones.

Bill: 111-hres-724
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Crimes against property
Fires
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 
Offers sympathy to the families of those servicemen who lost their lives fighting the Los Angeles County Station Fire in Southern California. Extends condolences to the individuals who lost their homes and property.
 
 Commends the firefighters and emergency responders who continue to risk their lives fighting California wildfires to protect threatened communities and businesses.
 
Condemns the acts of arson perpetrated in igniting the Station Fire.

action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 

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

 
Offers sympathy to the families of those servicemen who lost their lives fighting the Los Angeles County Station Fire in Southern California. Extends condolences to the individuals who lost their homes and property.
 
 Commends the firefighters and emergency responders who continue to risk their lives fighting California wildfires to protect threatened communities and businesses.
 
Condemns the acts of arson perpetrated in igniting the Station Fire.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9376)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9376)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 724.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9376-9379)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Chula Vista Park View Little League team of Chula Vista, California, for winning the 2009 Little League World Series Championship.

Bill: 111-hres-725
Sponsor: Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
California
Congressional tributes

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 
Congratulates the Chula Vista Park View Little League baseball team from Chula Vista, California, on winning the 2009 Little League World Series Championship. 

action_date: 2009-09-29
text: 

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

Congratulates the Chula Vista Park View Little League baseball team from Chula Vista, California, on winning the 2009 Little League World Series Championship. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H10018)
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H10018)
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 725.
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10018-10019)
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-09-24
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 965) to amend the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998 to provide for the continuing authorization of the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.

Bill: 111-hres-726
Sponsor: Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 965) to amend the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998 to provide for the continuing authorization of the Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9401)
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9401)
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H9402)
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 726.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9401-9402)
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 106.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-249, by Mr. Arcuri.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-249, by Mr. Arcuri.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for greater awareness of ovarian cancer.

Bill: 111-hres-727
Sponsor: Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-2]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

action_date: 2009-12-01
text: 
Expresses support for greater awareness of ovarian cancer.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 0 (Roll no. 912). (text: CR H13364)
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 385 - 0 (Roll no. 912).(text: CR H13364)
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H13373)
action_date: 2009-12-01
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: 2009-12-01
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 727.
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H13364-13366)
action_date: 2009-12-01
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of "National Drug Facts Chat Day" on November 10, 2009.

Bill: 111-hres-728
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Patrick J. [D-RI-1]
Introduced: 2009-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Elementary and secondary education
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: 
Recognizes the importance of National Drug Facts Chat Day. Urges teachers, schools, and students to participate by submitting questions and using the information provided to increase their knowledge on the science of drug abuse and addiction among school-aged youth.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of a "National Firefighters Memorial Day" to honor and celebrate the firefighters of the United States.

Bill: 111-hres-729
Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Fires

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Urges the President to designate National Firefighters Memorial Day to commemorate firefighters killed or disabled in the line of duty.

action_date: 2009-10-29
text: 

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

Urges the President to designate National Firefighters Memorial Day to commemorate firefighters killed or disabled in the line of duty.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 390 - 0 (Roll no. 831). (text: CR 10/28/2009 H11999)
action_date: 2009-10-29
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): 390 - 0 (Roll no. 831).(text: CR 10/28/2009 H11999)
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H12117-12118)
action_date: 2009-10-28
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: 2009-10-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 729.
action_date: 2009-10-28
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11999-12001)
action_date: 2009-10-28
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the 100th anniversary of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

Bill: 111-hres-730
Sponsor: Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Educational facilities and institutions
Higher education
Wisconsin

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Honors the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse on its 100th anniversary. 
 
Commends the school's status as a leading public university that excels in academics, athletics, and its students' quality of life.

action_date: 2009-10-13
text: 
Honors the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse on its 100th anniversary. 
 
Commends the school's status as a leading public university that excels in academics, athletics, and its students' quality of life.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-10-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-10-13
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H11187-11188)
action_date: 2009-10-13
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 H11187-11188)
action_date: 2009-10-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 730.
action_date: 2009-10-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11187-11189)
action_date: 2009-10-13
text: Mr. Sablan moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the release of convicted terrorist Abdel Basset Mohamed al-Megrahi from a prison in Scotland to return home to Libya.

Bill: 111-hres-732
Sponsor: Rep. Adler, John H. [D-NJ-3]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Europe
Libya
Middle East
Terrorism
Transportation safety and security
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Condemns the release of Abdel Basset Mohamed al-Megrahi, who was convicted for participating in the bombing of Pan Am 103 causing the deaths of 270 innocent people, including 189 U.S. citizens.
 
Extends deepest sympathies to the family members of the victims of Pan Am Flight 103.
 
Recognizes that this type of action sends a negative message to terrorists and undermines the judicial system in terrorist convictions.
 
Expresses concern for the celebration of Abdel Basset Mohamed al-Megrahi's return to Libya and urges the government of Libya to immediately place Abdel Basset Mohamed al-Megrahi under house arrest.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing condolences to the people and Government of Taiwan in the aftermath of the devastating typhoon that struck the central and southern regions of the island on August 8, 2009.

Bill: 111-hres-733
Sponsor: Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Congressional tributes
Foreign aid and international relief
Natural disasters
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Taiwan

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Mourns the loss of life caused by Typhoon Morakot that occurred on August 8, 2009, in the Republic of China (Taiwan) and expresses condolences to the families of the many victims.
 
Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Taiwan and expresses continued solidarity with its people during this time of crisis.
 
Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have supported those humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Taiwan in this time of need.
 

action_date: 2009-09-23
text: 
Mourns the loss of life caused by Typhoon Morakot that occurred on August 8, 2009, in Taiwan and expresses condolences to the families of the many victims.
 
Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Taiwan and expresses continued solidarity with its people during this time of crisis.
 
Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have supported those humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Taiwan in this time of need.
 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9821)
action_date: 2009-09-23
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 H9821)
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 733.
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9821-9823)
action_date: 2009-09-23
text: Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
A resolution expressing support for the goals and ideals of "Constitution Day".

Bill: 111-hres-734
Sponsor: Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Constitution and constitutional amendments

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Expresses support for Constitution Day.

action_date: 2009-09-29
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Constitution Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H10019)
action_date: 2009-09-29
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 H10019)
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 734.
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10019-10020)
action_date: 2009-09-29
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-09-24
text: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-09-24
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the fourth annual Milwaukee Brides Walk and recognizing all Brides Walks held to protest against domestic violence.

Bill: 111-hres-735
Sponsor: Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Crime prevention
Crime victims
Domestic violence and child abuse
Wisconsin

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Commemorates the fourth annual Milwaukee Brides Walk and recognizes all Brides Walks held to protest against domestic violence.
 
Honors the memories of all victims of domestic violence.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Honoring President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address on "Dedication Day", November 19, 2009.

Bill: 111-hres-736
Sponsor: Rep. Platts, Todd Russell [R-PA-19]
Introduced: 2009-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Literature
Presidential administrations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: 
Honors President Lincoln's greatest speech, the Gettysburg Address. Encourages people in the United States to read it on Dedication Day (November 19).

action_date: 2009-11-03
text: 

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

Honors President Lincoln's greatest speech, the Gettysburg Address. Encourages people in the United States to read it on Dedication Day (November 19).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-11-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-11-03
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 840). (text: CR 11/2/2009 H12175)
action_date: 2009-11-03
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): 393 - 0 (Roll no. 840).(text: CR 11/2/2009 H12175)
action_date: 2009-11-03
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H12246-12247)
action_date: 2009-11-02
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lynch 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: 2009-11-02
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 736.
action_date: 2009-11-02
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H12175-12177)
action_date: 2009-11-02
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-10-29
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-09-10
text: Introduced in House