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Congratulating the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 142nd season.

Bill: 111-hres-1513
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Scott [D-NY-20]
Introduced: 2010-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Gambling
New York State
Professional sports
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: 
Congratulates the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 142nd season. Recognizes its important place in horse racing history.

action_date: 2010-07-21
text: 
Congratulates the Saratoga Race Course as it celebrates its 142nd season. Recognizes its important place in horse racing history.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-21
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-07-21
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 14, 2 Present (Roll no. 457). (text: 07/20/2010 CR H5779)
action_date: 2010-07-21
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): 396 - 14, 2 Present (Roll no. 457).(text: 07/20/2010 CR H5779)
action_date: 2010-07-21
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5884-5885)
action_date: 2010-07-20
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: 2010-07-20
text: WORDS TAKEN DOWN - During the course of debate, exception was taken certain words used and a demand was made to have words taken down. Unanimous consent was granted to withdraw the words. Without objection the words were withdrawn. The House resumed debate on H.Res. 1513.
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1513.
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5779-5781)
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of July 31, 2010, as National Dance Day.

Bill: 111-hres-1514
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2010-07-13 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Music
Nutrition and diet
Performing arts
Physical fitness and lifestyle

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: 
Supports the designation of National Dance Day (July 31, 2010) as a way of showing commitment to dance education and physical fitness across the United States. 
 
Supports the goals of First Lady Michelle Obama's initiative to combat childhood obesity. 
 
Acknowledges that promoting dance can make an important difference in encouraging physical fitness. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in House
Calling on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to uphold and respect basic human rights by releasing three women democracy activists, writer Tran Khai Thanh Thuy, attorney Le Thi Cong Nhan, and cyber-activist Pham Thanh Nghien.

Bill: 111-hres-1515
Sponsor: Rep. Sanchez, Loretta [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: 
 Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) use diplomatic pressure to urge the government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to uphold and respect basic human rights; and (2) request the freedom of Tran Khai Thanh Thuy, Le Thi Cong Nhan, and Pham Thanh Nghien.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5114) to extend the authorization for the national flood insurance program, to identify priorities essential to reform and ongoing stable functioning of the program, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-1517
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5114) to extend the authorization for the national flood insurance program, to identify priorities essential to reform and ongoing stable functioning of the program.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 182 (Roll no. 443). (text: CR H5621-5622)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 182 (Roll no. 443).(text: CR H5621-5622)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5625)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1517.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5621-5626)
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 214.
action_date: 2010-07-14
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 Financial Services now printed in the bill.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-537, by Ms. Matsui.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-537, by Ms. Matsui.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the inaugural Nelson Mandela International Day.

Bill: 111-hres-1518
Sponsor: Rep. Lewis, John [D-GA-5]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Political movements and philosophies
South Africa
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: 
Applauds the U.N. General Assembly for honoring President Mandela's contribution to international peace and freedom.
 
Recognizes the global impact of President Mandela's legacy and commitment to nonviolence, respect, and dialogue.
 
Supports the international community's recognition of the inaugural United Nations Nelson Mandela International Day.
 
Urges all U.S. citizens to reflect on the importance of peace, tolerance, democracy, human rights, and reconciliation in honor of Nelson Mandela International Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the crew of the Ocean Watch for their remarkable voyage around North and South America and recognizing the importance of ocean and coastal conservation.

Bill: 111-hres-1519
Sponsor: Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Aquatic ecology
Congressional tributes
Latin America
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Marine and inland water transportation
Marine pollution
North America
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: 
 Congratulates the crew of the Ocean Watch on the completion of their voyage circumnavigating North and South America with the mission of inspiring, educating, and engaging citizens on the importance of protecting the oceans.
 
Expresses support for the goals and mission of Around the Americas in raising awareness and educating others about ocean health issues.
 
Declares that the House of Representatives continues to promote scientific research and educational programs aimed at the preservation of U.S. oceans and coasts. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the situation in the Republic of Kyrgyzstan.

Bill: 111-hres-1520
Sponsor: Rep. Pitts, Joseph R. [R-PA-16]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Kyrgyzstan
Members of Congress
Political movements and philosophies
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Uzbekistan

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Commends: (1) the peaceful conduct of the June 2010 referendum and hopes that the new constitutional order will promote greater democracy in the Republic of Kyrgyzstan; and (2) the government of Uzbekistan for cooperating with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Committee of the Red Cross, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), and other international nongovernmental organizations in meeting the needs of ethnic Uzbek refugees who fled Kyrgyzstan.
 
Regrets the loss of life in the recent ethnic uprisings and expresses concern for the welfare of those displaced.
 
Encourages the development of ties between members of the House of Representatives and the Senate with members of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan. 
 
Calls upon the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe to take an active role in assisting the government of Kyrgyzstan.
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives concerning steps to be taken by the government of Kyrgyzstan to restore order, provide for transparent parliamentary elections, and address political, social, ethnic, and economic tensions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Day.

Bill: 111-hres-1521
Sponsor: Rep. Shea-Porter, Carol [D-NH-1]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: Accidents
Air quality
Commemorative events and holidays
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the last week of September as National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week and the last Wednesday of September as National Previvor Day.

Bill: 111-hres-1522
Sponsor: Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Hereditary and development disorders
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Expresses support for designation of: (1) National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week; and (2) National Previvor Day. 

action_date: 2010-09-15
text: 

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

Expresses support for designation of: (1) National Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week; and (2) National Previvor Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-09-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-09-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 523). (text: CR H6700)
action_date: 2010-09-15
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): 408 - 0 (Roll no. 523).(text: CR H6700)
action_date: 2010-09-15
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6722-6723)
action_date: 2010-09-15
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: 2010-09-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1522.
action_date: 2010-09-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6700-6703)
action_date: 2010-09-15
text: Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
To observe the contributions of the chiropractic profession and recognize National Chiropractic Health Month.

Bill: 111-hres-1523
Sponsor: Rep. Boswell, Leonard L. [D-IA-3]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Alternative treatments
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the contributions of the chiropractic profession; and (2) National Chiropractic Health Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the fourth Friday of March as "Cesar E. Chavez Day".

Bill: 111-hres-1524
Sponsor: Rep. Baca, Joe [D-CA-43]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Teaching, teachers, curricula
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of, and requests the President to issue a proclamation recognizing, Cesar E. Chavez Day. 
 
Expresses support for a curriculum in public elementary and secondary schools in the United States focusing on the goals and ideals of Chavez and his dedication to farm workers' children by organizing migrant schools.
 
Recognizes the legacy of Chavez in denouncing the abuse of human dignity and the exploitation of the vulnerable, in promoting education, and in advancing the American Dream.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-10-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
action_date: 2010-10-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the 50th anniversary of the publication of "To Kill a Mockingbird", a classic American novel authored by Nelle Harper Lee of Monroeville, Alabama.

Bill: 111-hres-1525
Sponsor: Rep. Bonner, Jo [R-AL-1]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Art, artists, authorship
Books and print media
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Literature

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Recognizes the historic milestone of the 50th anniversary of the publication of &quot;To Kill a Mockingbird.&quot;
 
Honors Nelle Harper Lee for her outstanding achievement in the field of American literature in authoring &quot;To Kill a Mockingbird.&quot;

action_date: 2010-07-26
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the historic milestone of the 50th anniversary of the publication of &quot;To Kill a Mockingbird.&quot;
 
Honors Nelle Harper Lee for her outstanding achievement in the field of American literature in authoring &quot;To Kill a Mockingbird.&quot;


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6015)
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6015)
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1525.
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6014-6017)
action_date: 2010-07-26
text: Ms. Norton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas and its goal to encourage collaboration and cooperation among countries to address the energy and climate change challenges facing the Western Hemisphere.

Bill: 111-hres-1526
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-17]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Air quality
Alternative and renewable resources
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Economic development
Energy efficiency and conservation
Energy storage, supplies, demand
Environmental technology
International organizations and cooperation
Latin America
Public-private cooperation

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Expresses support for the goals of the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas.

Encourages the efforts of the U.S. government to expand collaboration and cooperation among countries in the Western Hemisphere on issues of energy security, low carbon economic growth, and reducing energy poverty.

Promotes the active participation by countries, businesses, and civil societies in the Hemisphere in this voluntary partnership.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1346)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the United States Men's National Soccer Team for its inspiring performance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

Bill: 111-hres-1527
Sponsor: Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Africa
Athletes
Congressional tributes
Professional sports
South Africa

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Congratulates the United States Men's National Soccer Team for its historic performance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 

action_date: 2010-07-30
text: 

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

Congratulates the United States Men's National Soccer Team for its historic performance in the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6449)
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6449)
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1527.
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6449-6450)
action_date: 2010-07-30
text: Ms. Chu moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-07-28
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2010-07-28
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and accomplishments of Paul Leo Locatelli, S.J., and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-1528
Sponsor: Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-15]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Religion
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
 Honors the accomplishments and legacy of Paul Leo Locatelli, S.J., for his contributions to Santa Clara University and the Silicon Valley community through his leadership in fostering social justice and equality.
 
 Recognizes the sacrifices that those suffering from social injustice endure, so that we may unite with competence, conscience, and compassion.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-10-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in House