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Mourning the loss of life and expressing condolences to the families affected by the tragic forest fire in Israel that began on December 2, 2010.

Bill: 111-hres-1751
Sponsor: Rep. Klein, Ron [D-FL-22]
Introduced: 2010-12-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Fires
Foreign aid and international relief
Israel
Middle East

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: 
 Mourns the loss of life and extends condolences to the families affected by the fire in northern Israel that began on December 2, 2010.
 
Supports the Obama Administration's offer of, and rapid efforts to provide, U.S. firefighting assistance to Israel.
 
Recognizes the efforts of foreign governments that have provided assistance or offered assistance to Israel.
 
Commends state and local governments in the United States that have offered and provided assistance to Israel.
 
Reaffirms U.S. support for Israel and its people in their time of need.

action_date: 2010-12-07
text: 

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

 
Mourns the loss of life and extends condolences to the families affected by the fire in northern Israel that began on December 2, 2010.
 
Supports the Obama Administration's offer of, and rapid efforts to provide, U.S. firefighting assistance to Israel.
 
Recognizes the efforts of foreign governments that have provided assistance or offered assistance to Israel.
 
Commends state and local governments in the United States that have offered and provided assistance to Israel.
 
Reaffirms U.S. support for Israel and its people in their time of need.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8056)
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8056)
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1751.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8056-8057)
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Mr. Klein (FL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-07
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, and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Bill: 111-hres-1752
Sponsor: Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2010-12-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: 
Waives specified requirements of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration of resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules through the legislative day of December 18, 2010, on the same day they are presented to the House.
 
Makes it in order at any time through such date for the Speaker of the House to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 194 (Roll no. 615). (text: CR H8110)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 194 (Roll no. 615).(text: CR H8110)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8144-8145)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Lincoln Diaz-Balart 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: 2010-12-08
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H8111)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1752.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8110-8111)
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 250.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: The resolution waives clause 6(a) of rule XIII (requiring a two-thirds vote to consider a rule on the same day it is reported from the Rules Committee) against certain resolutions reported from the Rules Committee. The resolution also authorizes the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules at any time through the legislative day of December 18, 2010.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-674, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-674, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
Commending North Pointe Elementary in Hebron, Kentucky, for its multidisciplinary study and selection of a National Invertebrate.

Bill: 111-hres-1753
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Geoff [R-KY-4]
Introduced: 2010-12-07 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Kentucky
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: 
 Commends the fifth grade students and associated faculty, parents, and professionals of North Pointe Elementary in Hebron, Kentucky, on their project to select the firefly as the National Invertebrate.
 
Encourages other schools to undertake similar multidisciplinary studies and organize similar competitions to advance elementary education and student engagement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the citation of the specific powers granted to Congress in the Constitution be included in introduced bills and joint resolutions as a basis for enacting the laws proposed by such bills and joint resolutions, including amendments and conference reports.

Bill: 111-hres-1754
Sponsor: Rep. Garrett, Scott [R-NJ-5]
Introduced: 2010-12-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Constitution and constitutional amendments
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: 
Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to make it out of order to consider any bill or joint resolution, conference report, or amendment unless it contains a statement appropriately citing the specific powers granted to Congress in the Constitution as a basis for enacting the law proposed by such measure.
 
Allows a statement of constitutionality to cite the 9th or 10th Amendment to the Constitution to the extent that any measure limits or abolishes any federal activity, spending, or power overall.
 
States that invoking the common defense clause, the general welfare clause, or the necessary and proper clause of section 8 of article I of the Constitution is not sufficient to satisfy the requirements of this Rule.
 
Makes it out of order to consider a rule or order waiving the application of this resolution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-07
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3082) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-1755
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3]
Introduced: 2010-12-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3082) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 206 (Roll no. 619). (text: CR H8147)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 206 (Roll no. 619).(text: CR H8147)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H8150)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The resolution makes in order a motion to concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 3082. It waives all points of order against consideration of the motion. The resolution provides that the Senate amendment and the motion shall be considered as read.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1755.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8147-8151)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 251.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-675, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-675, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 5281) to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts, and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-hres-1756
Sponsor: Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2010-12-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 5281) to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify and improve certain provisions relating to the removal of litigation against Federal officers or agencies to Federal courts.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 208 (Roll no. 623). (text: CR H8213)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 208 (Roll no. 623).(text: CR H8213)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8221-8222)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - The Chair put the question on adoption of the resolution and voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Foxx 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: 2010-12-08
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H8220)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The rule provides for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 5281. The resolution makes in order a motion by the Committee on the Judiciary that the House concur in the Senate amendments numbered 1 and 2; and that the House concur in the Senate amendment numbered 3 with an amendment printed in the report.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1756.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8213-8220)
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 252.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-677, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 111-677, by Mr. Polis (CO).
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the approval of final regulations issued by the Office of Compliance to implement the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 that apply to the House of Representatives and employees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 111-hres-1757
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1]
Introduced: 2010-12-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Congressional officers and employees
Employment discrimination and employee rights
House of Representatives
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: 
Approves specified regulations issued by the Office of Compliance on March 21, 2008, applying certain veteran preference requirements of the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 to the House of Representatives and House employees.

action_date: 2010-12-15
text: 

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

 
Approves specified regulations issued by the Office of Compliance on March 21, 2008, applying certain veteran preference requirements of the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 to the House of Representatives and House employees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8482-8486)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8482-8486)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1757.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8481-8487)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Mr. Faleomavaega moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the Nation's sincerest appreciation for the service of Muslim American veterans.

Bill: 111-hres-1758
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Introduced: 2010-12-09 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Religion
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-09
text: 
 Recognizes all Muslim American veterans who have served the nation with honor, pride, devotion, wisdom, and courage for their sacrifices.
 
 Calls upon the President to issue a proclamation urging the people of the United States to observe a day honoring Muslim American veterans with appropriate ceremonies and activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2010-12-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of January 23rd as "Ed Roberts Day".

Bill: 111-hres-1759
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7]
Introduced: 2010-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and health-based discrimination
Disability and paralysis

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of an &quot;Ed Roberts Day&quot; and acknowledges the accomplishments of Ed Roberts, a disability rights leader who helped reduce barriers, increase access, and improve lives for persons with disabilities.

action_date: 2010-12-15
text: 

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

 
Expresses support for the designation of an &quot;Ed Roberts Day&quot; and acknowledges the accomplishments of Ed Roberts, a disability rights leader who helped reduce barriers, increase access, and improve lives for persons with disabilities.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 390 - 8, 4 Present (Roll no. 632). (text: CR 12/14/2010 H8324-8325)
action_date: 2010-12-15
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): 390 - 8, 4 Present (Roll no. 632).(text: CR 12/14/2010 H8324-8325)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8381-8382)
action_date: 2010-12-14
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: 2010-12-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1759.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8324-8325)
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Mr. Grijalva moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the San Francisco Giants on winning the 2010 World Series Championship.

Bill: 111-hres-1760
Sponsor: Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-8]
Introduced: 2010-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
California
Congressional tributes
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: 
Congratulates the San Francisco Giants on winning the 2010 World Series Championship. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Auburn University quarterback and College Park, Georgia, native Cameron Newton on winning the 2010 Heisman Trophy for being the most outstanding college football player in the United States.

Bill: 111-hres-1761
Sponsor: Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3]
Introduced: 2010-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Georgia
Higher education
School athletics

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: 
Congratulates Auburn University quarterback and College Park, Georgia, native Cameron Newton on winning the 2010 Heisman Trophy for being the most outstanding college football player in the United States.

action_date: 2010-12-15
text: 

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

Congratulates Auburn University quarterback and College Park, Georgia, native Cameron Newton on winning the 2010 Heisman Trophy for being the most outstanding college football player in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 378 - 15, 18 Present (Roll no. 636). (text: CR H8362)
action_date: 2010-12-15
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): 378 - 15, 18 Present (Roll no. 636).(text: CR H8362)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8388-8389)
action_date: 2010-12-15
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: 2010-12-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1761.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8388-8389)
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Mr. Altmire moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the anti-Christian violence that has occurred in Iraq and has forced Iraqi Christians to flee their homes and communities.

Bill: 111-hres-1762
Sponsor: Rep. Ackerman, Gary L. [D-NY-5]
Introduced: 2010-12-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Iraq
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: 
Condemns the anti-Christian violence that has occurred in Iraq and has forced Iraqi Christians to flee their homes and communities.
 
Calls on the government of Iraq to enhance its efforts to guarantee the protection and survival of the Iraqi Christian population and all other Iraqi religious minorities. 
 
Urges the President and the Secretary of State to make the protection of vulnerable minority groups in Iraq, including Iraqi Christians, a priority in their discussions with Iraqi leaders and a central element in U.S. efforts in Iraq.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all classified Department of State documents assessed by the Department to have been unlawfully disclosed and provided to WikiLeaks and public press outlets.

Bill: 111-hres-1763
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2010-12-15 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Government information and archives
Government studies and investigations
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information

Summary:
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: 
Directs the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than seven days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of all classified Department of State documents assessed by the Department as of the date of the adoption of this resolution to have been unlawfully disclosed and provided to WikiLeaks and select public press outlets, as referenced in the November 27, 2010, letter by the Department of State Legal Adviser, Harold Hongju Koh, to Ms. Jennifer Robinson, attorney for Mr. Julian Assange, which notes the approximately 250,000 documents that have been provided to select press outlets by WikiLeaks.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2010-12-15
text: Introduced in House