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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children in foster care awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, recognizing current programs and efforts designed to promote adoption, and encouraging people in the United States to seek improved safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

Bill: 111-hres-358
Sponsor: Rep. Brown-Waite, Ginny [R-FL-5]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month.
 
Recognizes that every child in foster care deserves a permanent and loving family and the significant commitment of taxpayers to support adoption.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 251) directing the Secretary of the Treasury to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in his possession relating to specific communications with American International Group, Inc. (AIG).

Bill: 111-hres-359
Sponsor: Rep. LaTourette, Steven C. [R-OH-14]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.Res. 251 (directing the Secretary of the Treasury to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in his possession relating to specific communications with American International Group, Inc. [AIG]).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-07
text: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. LaTourette. Petition No: 111-3. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/111/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis3.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Urging all Americans and people of all nationalities to visit the national cemeteries, memorials, and markers on Memorial Day.

Bill: 111-hres-360
Sponsor: Rep. Roe, David P. [R-TN-1]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Cemeteries and funerals
Commemorative events and holidays
Military personnel and dependents
Monuments and memorials

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
Urges Americans and people of all nationalities to visit the national cemeteries, memorials and markers on Memorial Day, where the spirit of American generosity, sacrifice, and courage are displayed and commemorated.

action_date: 2009-05-19
text: 

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

 
Urges Americans and people of all nationalities to visit the national cemeteries, memorials and markers on Memorial Day, where the spirit of American generosity, sacrifice, and courage are displayed and commemorated.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-19
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-19
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 272). (text: CR H5726)
action_date: 2009-05-19
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): 422 - 0 (Roll no. 272).(text: CR H5726)
action_date: 2009-05-19
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5767-5768)
action_date: 2009-05-19
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: 2009-05-19
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 360.
action_date: 2009-05-19
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5726-5728)
action_date: 2009-05-19
text: Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the historical significance of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park of Miami, Florida.

Bill: 111-hres-361
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Florida
Historic sites and heritage areas
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Racial and ethnic relations
Seashores and lakeshores
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the historical, cultural, and recreational significance of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park of Miami, Florida; and (2) the significance of the African-American community's struggle for equality through its collaborative efforts to preserve this historic site.
 
Affirms the House of Representatives' commitment to support and fund the operations of the Park and the historical museum soon to be constructed through an endowment.

action_date: 2009-09-08
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the historical, cultural, and recreational significance of Historic Virginia Key Beach Park of Miami, Florida; and (2) the significance of the African-American community's struggle for equality through its collaborative efforts to preserve this historic site.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-09-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-09-08
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H9296-9297)
action_date: 2009-09-08
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 H9296-9297)
action_date: 2009-09-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 361.
action_date: 2009-09-08
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9296-9297)
action_date: 2009-09-08
text: Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program.

Bill: 111-hres-362
Sponsor: Rep. Watson, Diane E. [D-CA-33]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Elementary and secondary education
Food assistance and relief
Nutrition and diet
Poverty and welfare assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
 Supports the National School Lunch Program, and recognizes that our pupils deserve access to high-quality, safe, and nutritious meals in school.

action_date: 2010-03-04
text: 
Supports the National School Lunch Program, and recognizes that our pupils deserve access to high-quality, safe, and nutritious meals in school.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-03-04
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-03-04
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 13 (Roll no. 89). (text: CR 3/2/2010 H995-996)
action_date: 2010-03-04
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): 403 - 13 (Roll no. 89).(text: CR 3/2/2010 H995-996)
action_date: 2010-03-04
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1123-1124)
action_date: 2010-03-02
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Courtney objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
action_date: 2010-03-02
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 362.
action_date: 2010-03-02
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H995-997)
action_date: 2010-03-02
text: Mr. Courtney moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-05-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the adoption of a smart security platform for the 21st century.

Bill: 111-hres-363
Sponsor: Rep. Woolsey, Lynn C. [D-CA-6]
Introduced: 2009-04-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Economic development
Foreign aid and international relief
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Rule of law and government transparency

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: 
Calls for the adoption of a smart security platform for the 21st century that: (1) promotes security by strengthening international institutions and respect for the rule of law; (2) reduces the threat and stops the spread of weapons of mass destruction and reduces proliferation of conventional weapons; (3) addresses root causes of instability and violent conflict; (4) organizes U.S. foreign assistance in a manner that eliminates poverty and promotes security and peace; (5) shifts U.S. budget priorities to more effectively meet U.S. security needs; and (6) pursues to the fullest extent alternatives to war. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-23
text: Introduced in House
Condemning all forms of anti-Semitism and reaffirming the support of Congress for the mandate of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-364
Sponsor: Rep. Klein, Ron [D-FL-22]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Department of State
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Federal officials
Human rights
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Condemns official and unofficial sanctioning of anti-Semitic activity by any government and urges governments to take necessary steps to eradicate anti-Semitism and promote religious tolerance.
 
Reaffirms support for the mandate of the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism.
 
Urges the Secretary of State to: (1) maintain the fight against anti-Semitism as a U.S. foreign policy priority; (2) appoint the Department of State's Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism; and (3) ensure that the Department's Annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices and International Religious Freedom Reports continue to document anti-Semitic incidents. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Bill: 111-hres-365
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration of the conference report on S.Con.Res. 13 (congressional budget) on the same day it is presented to the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 191 (Roll no. 212). (text: CR H4873)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 191 (Roll no. 212).(text: CR H4873)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4881-4882)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on the adoption on the resolution and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Dreier demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of adoption of the resolution until a time to be announced.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H4879)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 365.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4873-4880)
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 46.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-87, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-87, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day.

Bill: 111-hres-367
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Corrine [D-FL-3]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Railroads

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Recognizes the contribution trains make to the national transportation system.
 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day.

action_date: 2009-05-06
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

 
Recognizes the contribution trains make to the national transportation system.
 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day.
 
Urges the people of the United States to recognize such a day as an opportunity to learn more about trains. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-06
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 234). (text: CR 5/5/2009 H5129-5130)
action_date: 2009-05-06
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): 426 - 0 (Roll no. 234).(text: CR 5/5/2009 H5129-5130)
action_date: 2009-05-06
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5270-5271)
action_date: 2009-05-05
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: 2009-05-05
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 367.
action_date: 2009-05-05
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5129-5131)
action_date: 2009-05-05
text: Ms. Brown, Corrine moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the University of Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team on winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championship.

Bill: 111-hres-368
Sponsor: Rep. Loebsack, David [D-IA-2]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Iowa
School athletics

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Commends the University of Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team for winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championship.

action_date: 2009-10-26
text: 
Commends the University of Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team for winning the 2009 NCAA Division I National Wrestling Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 367 - 1 (Roll no. 814). (text: CR H11748-11749)
action_date: 2009-10-26
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): 367 - 1 (Roll no. 814).(text: CR H11748-11749)
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H11760)
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 368.
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H11748-11750)
action_date: 2009-10-26
text: Mr. Pierluisi moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-06-04
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Columbus Crew on winning the 2008 Major League Soccer Cup.

Bill: 111-hres-369
Sponsor: Rep. Tiberi, Patrick J. [R-OH-12]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Ohio
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Congratulates the Columbus Crew for winning the 2008 Major League Soccer Cup. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of National Healthy Schools Day.

Bill: 111-hres-370
Sponsor: Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-21]
Introduced: 2009-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Air quality
Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Educational facilities and institutions
Elementary and secondary education
Energy efficiency and conservation

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: 
Supports the designation of National Healthy Schools Day.

action_date: 2009-05-12
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Healthy Schools Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5433)
action_date: 2009-05-12
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 H5433)
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 370.
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5433-5434)
action_date: 2009-05-12
text: Mr. Lynch moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2009-05-06
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2009-05-06
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4754)
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2009-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 13) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2010, revising the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2011 through 2014.

Bill: 111-hres-371
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3]
Introduced: 2009-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the conference report to accompany the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 13) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2010, revising the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2009, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2011 through 2014.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the conference report on S.Con.Res. 13 (congressional budget).
 
Authorizes the Chair to postpone further consideration of the conference report to such time as may be designated by the Speaker of the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 214).
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 214).
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: The previous question was ordered on the amendment and on the resolution without objection. (consideration: CR H4889)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 371.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4882-4891; text as reported in House: CR H4882)
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 47.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: All points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-90, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-90, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2009-04-28
text: Introduced in House