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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2187) to direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to State educational agencies for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-427
Sponsor: Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2009-05-12 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2187) to direct the Secretary of Education to make grants to State educational agencies for the modernization, renovation, or repair of public school facilities.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 175 (Roll no. 246). (text: CR H5492)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 175 (Roll no. 246).(text: CR H5492)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5498)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 427.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5492-5498)
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 52.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. It shall be in order to consider as an original bill for the purpose of amendment under the five-minute rule the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Education and Labor now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-106, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-106, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of fathers in the healthy development of children, supporting responsible fatherhood, and encouraging greater involvement of fathers in the lives of their children, especially on Father's Day.

Bill: 111-hres-428
Sponsor: Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7]
Introduced: 2009-05-12 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child care and development
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Family relationships

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: 
 Commends the millions of fathers who serve as wonderful, caring parents for their children.
 
Calls on fathers across the United States to use Father's Day to: (1) reconnect and rededicate themselves to their children's lives; (2) spend Father's Day with their children; and (3) express their love and support for their children.
 
Urges men to understand the level of responsibility fathering a child requires, especially in the encouragement of children's mental, moral, social, academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual development.
 
Encourages active involvement of fathers in the rearing and development of their children, including the devotion of time, energy, and resources.

action_date: 2009-06-15
text: 

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

 
Commends the millions of fathers who serve as wonderful, caring parents for their children.
 
Calls on fathers across the United States to use Father's Day to: (1) reconnect and rededicate themselves to their children's lives; (2) spend Father's Day with their children; and (3) express their love and support for their children.
 
Urges men to understand the level of responsibility fathering a child requires, especially in the encouragement of children's mental, moral, social, academic, emotional, physical, and spiritual development.
 
Encourages active involvement of fathers in the rearing and development of their children, including the devotion of time, energy, and resources.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6762)
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6762)
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 428.
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6762-6763)
action_date: 2009-06-15
text: Mr. Sablan moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-06-04
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Jockey Calvin Borel for his victory at the 135th Kentucky Derby.

Bill: 111-hres-429
Sponsor: Rep. Melancon, Charlie [D-LA-3]
Introduced: 2009-05-12 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Kentucky

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: 
Commends Calvin Borel for his victory at the 135th Kentucky Derby. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
Impeaching Samuel B. Kent, judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill: 111-hres-431
Sponsor: Rep. Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr. [R-WI-5]
Introduced: 2009-05-12 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Congressional oversight
Crimes against women
Federal district courts
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Judges
Sex offenses
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: 
Impeaches Samuel B. Kent, a judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, for high crimes and misdemeanors. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Introduced in House
Providing for passage of the bill (H.R. 2101) to promote reform and independence in the oversight of weapons system acquisition by the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-432
Sponsor: Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4]
Introduced: 2009-05-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 2101 (Weapons Acquisition System Reform Through Enhancing Technical Knowledge and Oversight Act of 2009). 

action_date: 2009-05-13
text: 

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

 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 2101 (Weapons Acquisition System Reform Through Enhancing Technical Knowledge and Oversight Act of 2009). 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 428 - 0 (Roll no. 252). (text: CR H5524)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 428 - 0 (Roll no. 252).(text: CR H5524)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5538-5539)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 432.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5524-5530)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Mr. Skelton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of Stonewall.

Bill: 111-hres-433
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-8]
Introduced: 2009-05-13 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
New York City
Protest and dissent
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: 
 Recognizes the 40th anniversary of the police raid on the Stonewall Inn bar in New York City, New York.
 
 Honors those who participated during Stonewall and since that time in the civil rights struggle of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Americans.
 
 Recommits the House of Representatives to protecting and providing equal rights for all Americans, including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-08-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2346) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-434
Sponsor: Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7]
Introduced: 2009-05-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2346) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 247 - 178 (Roll no. 262). (text: CR H5594)
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 247 - 178 (Roll no. 262).(text: CR H5594)
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 188 (Roll no. 261). (consideration: CR H5605-5606)
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 434.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5594-5607)
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 53.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-107, by Mr. Perlmutter.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-107, by Mr. Perlmutter.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: All points of order against consideration of the bill are waived except those arising under clause 9 or 10 of rule XXI. The amendment printed in the report shall be considered as adopted. All points of order against provisions of the bill, as amended, are waived.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating Asian/Pacific-American Heritage.

Bill: 111-hres-435
Sponsor: Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-15]
Introduced: 2009-05-13 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: 
 Recognizes that the incredible diversity of different racial and ethnic groups, including Asian American and Pacific Islander, is a source of strength for the United States.
 
Recognizes that the Asian American and Pacific Islander community is influential and crucial to the society and culture of the United States.
 
Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the goals and ideals of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
 
Celebrates the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the United States. 

action_date: 2009-06-08
text: 
Recognizes that the incredible diversity of different racial and ethnic groups, including Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is a source of strength for the United States.
 
Celebrates the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6279)
action_date: 2009-06-08
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 H6279)
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 435.
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6279-6282)
action_date: 2009-06-08
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-06-04
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-06-04
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
Mourning the loss of Bea Arthur, celebrating her life and work, and honoring her many contributions to equality and social justice for all Americans.

Bill: 111-hres-436
Sponsor: Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2009-05-13 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Performing arts
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: 
Mourns the loss of Bea Arthur, celebrates her life and work, and honors her many contributions to equality and social justice for all Americans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-13
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month.

Bill: 111-hres-437
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-38]
Introduced: 2009-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health information and medical records
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month; and (2) the finding of the President's Commission on Mental Health that the nation's failure to prioritize mental health is a national tragedy.
 
Recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for people, the economy, and the country.
 
Applauds the coalescing of national and community organizations in working to promote public awareness of mental health and in providing critical information and support to the people and families affected by mental illness.
 
Encourages all organizations and health practitioners to use Mental Health Month as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness, ensure access to appropriate services, and support overall quality of life for those living with mental illness.

action_date: 2009-06-03
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month.
 
Recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for people, the economy, and the country.
 
Applauds the coalescing of national and community organizations in working to promote public awareness of mental health and in providing critical information and support to the people and families affected by mental illness.
 
Encourages all organizations and health practitioners to use Mental Health Month as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness, promote access to care, and support quality of life for those living with mental illness.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-06-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-06-03
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6093)
action_date: 2009-06-03
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 H6093)
action_date: 2009-06-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 437.
action_date: 2009-06-03
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6093-6099)
action_date: 2009-06-03
text: Mrs. Capps moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-05-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of September as "National Child Awareness Month".

Bill: 111-hres-438
Sponsor: Rep. Sanchez, Loretta [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2009-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Child care and development
Child health
Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: 
Supports the designation of a National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of children's charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States.

action_date: 2009-05-18
text: 

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

 
Supports the designation of a National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of children's charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5685)
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5685)
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 438.
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5685-5686)
action_date: 2009-05-18
text: Mr. Tonko moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Asian American and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.

Bill: 111-hres-439
Sponsor: Del. Bordallo, Madeleine Z. [D-GU-At Large]
Introduced: 2009-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
HIV/AIDS
Health information and medical records
Medical research
Minority health

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: 
Expresses support for the observance of National Asian American and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. 
 
Recognizes the importance of: (1) culturally and linguistically competent services as a core element in reducing HIV/AIDS rates in Asian American and Pacific Islander communities; and (2) addressing the gaps in research and data in order to fully understand the HIV/AIDS epidemic in such communities.
 
Recognizes the people across the United States infected and affected by HIV/AIDS who are commemorating this day and who work to reduce the impact of HIV/AIDS on Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to strengthen the public disclosure of all earmark requests.

Bill: 111-hres-440
Sponsor: Rep. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA-6]
Introduced: 2009-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Appropriations
Congressional committees
General taxation matters
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Tariffs

Summary:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: 
Amends Rule XXIII (Code of Official Conduct) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require a Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner (Member), within 24 hours after requesting a congressional earmark or a limited tax or tariff benefit, to: (1) post on his or her website for the remainder of a Congress the name and address of the intended recipient, the requested congressional earmarks amount, and an explanation of the request, including the purpose, and why it is a valuable use of taxpayer funds; (2) submit electronically to the committee of subject-matter jurisdiction the webpage address where such information is posted; (3) identify each request as having been submitted to the committee of subject-matter jurisdiction; and (4) display on the homepage of such website a hypertext link that contains the words &quot;Earmarks,&quot; &quot;Appropriations Requests,&quot; &quot;Limited Tax Benefits,&quot; or &quot;Limited Tariff Benefits.&quot;
 
Requires the Member to maintain the link for at least 30 calendar days after the last request is made during a Congress.
 
Amends Rule XI (Procedures of Committees and Unfinished Business) to require any committee that accepts a Member's request for a congressional earmark or a limited tax or tariff benefit to maintain a public website with an earmark disclosure webpage that contains for each request certain identifying information in a downloadable, searchable, and sortable format.
 
Requires: (1) a committee to post on its earmark disclosure webpage all requesting Members' written statements and other related information; and (2) such webpage to list the Members and link directly to their webpage addresses.
 

 
Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) to make it out of order to consider any legislation that carries a congressional earmark or limited tax or tariff benefit requested by a Member who does not comply with clause 18 of Rule XXIII.
 
 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to House Standards of Official Conduct
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct, 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: 2009-05-14
text: Referred to House Rules
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-05-14
text: Introduced in House