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Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real time display of the United States gross national debt in the House Chamber.

Bill: 112-hres-228
Sponsor: Rep. Reed, Tom [R-NY-29]
Introduced: 2011-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Budget deficits and national debt
Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: 
Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to place a real-time display of the federal gross national debt, as calculated by the Secretary of the Treasury, in the House chamber in clear view of the Members.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, for its service in providing dignified transfer of our Nation's fallen heroes to their families and loved ones.

Bill: 112-hres-229
Sponsor: Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Cemeteries and funerals
Congressional tributes
Delaware
Iraq
Members of Congress
Middle East
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Honors the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, for its service in providing dignified transfer of our nation's fallen heroes to their families and loved ones.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to remember the actions of the dedicated military and civilian personnel who conduct such operations.
 
Calls upon the people of the United States to remember the fallen heroes who have given their lives for freedom in Iraq, Afghanistan, and all previous conflicts.
 
Calls upon Members of Congress to attend a dignified transfer at Dover Air Force Base to honor the nation's fallen heroes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide that the House may not consider any reported bill until at least 72 hours after it is reported.

Bill: 112-hres-230
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI-9]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Amends Rule XXII (House and Senate Relations) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to make it out of order to consider legislation that has not been reported by a committee until it has been available to Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner for 72 hours (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, or legal holidays, except when the House is in session on such a day).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Urging that the United States, the Government of Iraq, and other responsible actors ensure that humanitarian protections are upheld for the residents of Camp Ashraf in Iraq.

Bill: 112-hres-231
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Human rights
Iran
Iraq
Middle East
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Urges the government of Iraq to uphold its commitment to the United States to ensure the well-being of those living in Camp Ashraf and prevent their involuntary return to Iran. 
 
Calls upon the President to ensure the protection of Camp Ashraf residents.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia .
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the recent admission by Richard Goldstone of the deeply-flawed conclusions in his report to the United Nations Human Rights Council and urging the Administration to take steps to reverse the damage done by the Goldstone Report.

Bill: 112-hres-232
Sponsor: Rep. Dold, Robert J. [R-IL-10]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Gaza Strip
Human rights
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should: (1) work to inform members of the U.N. General Assembly of Judge Goldstone's reconsideration of his own report and admission of its deeply flawed and inaccurate conclusion, (2) block future U.N. actions premised on the falsehoods in the Report, (3) reaffirm the right of any sovereign nation to defend itself against terror targeting its civilians, and (4) continue to seek major reforms of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Welcoming the new state of Southern Sudan, encouraging Sudan and Southern Sudan to resolve separation issues and the future of the Abyei region, and urging the Governments of Sudan and Southern Sudan to abide by the principles of peace, democracy, and human rights.

Bill: 112-hres-233
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Political movements and philosophies
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Sudan

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Congratulates the people of Southern Sudan for exercising their right to self determination.
 
Welcomes the new nation of Southern Sudan.
 
Pledges that the United States will work with the governments of Sudan and Southern Sudan to ensure a peaceful transition to independence.
 
Calls on: (1) the government of Southern Sudan to create democratic institutions, build infrastructures, and ensure the well-being of its citizens; and (2) the U.S. government to appoint an Ambassador to Southern Sudan. 
 
Urges the government of Sudan to put an end to repression and violence in the region and abide by democratic principles.
 
Encourages other nations to welcome the new state of Southern Sudan and assist with the transition process.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E746-747)
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of breast cancer early detection efforts.

Bill: 112-hres-234
Sponsor: Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Health care costs and insurance
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the federal government should: (1) maintain its commitment to ensuring access to lifesaving breast cancer screening, diagnostic, and treatment services, particularly for medically underserved women, and to discovering and delivering the cures for cancer and encouraging the development of screening tools that are more accurate and less costly; and (2) increase awareness and improve education about breast cancer, the importance of early detection, and the availability of screening services for women in need.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing April 23 as National Sovereignty and Children's Day in Turkey.

Bill: 112-hres-235
Sponsor: Rep. Towns, Edolphus [D-NY-10]
Introduced: 2011-04-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Political movements and philosophies
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: 
Acknowledges the importance of honoring our children and welcomes U.S. participation in International Children's Day.
 
Thanks the government and citizens of Turkey for being the first to recognize the importance of children to the nation and the world.
 
Congratulates the people of Turkey for the vibrancy of their parliamentary democracy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe and Eurasia.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1213) to repeal mandatory funding provided to States in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to establish American Health Benefit Exchanges, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1214) to repeal mandatory funding for school-based health center construction.

Bill: 112-hres-236
Sponsor: Rep. Reed, Tom [R-NY-29]
Introduced: 2011-05-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1213) to repeal mandatory funding provided to States in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to establish American Health Benefit Exchanges, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1214) to repeal mandatory funding for school-based health center construction.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 185 (Roll no. 280). (text: CR H2943)
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 185 (Roll no. 280).(text: CR H2943)
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 185 (Roll no. 279). (consideration: CR H2951-2952)
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 236.
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2943-2952)
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 32.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: All points of order against provisions in the bills are waived. In the case of H.R. 1214, the resolution makes in order only those amendments that are received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII in a daily issue dated May 2, 2011, and pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate. In the case of H.R. 1214, the resolution makes in order only those amendments that are received for printing in the portion of the Congressional Record designated for that purpose in clause 8 of rule XVIII in a daily issue dated May 2, 2011, and pro forma amendments for the purpose of debate.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-70, by Mr. Reed.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-70, by Mr. Reed.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions and to provide for conscience protections, and for other purposes.

Bill: 112-hres-237
Sponsor: Rep. Nugent, Richard B. [R-FL-5]
Introduced: 2011-05-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to prohibit taxpayer funded abortions and to provide for conscience protections.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 177 (Roll no. 286). (text: CR H3014)
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 177 (Roll no. 286).(text: CR H3014)
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H3022)
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 237.
action_date: 2011-05-04
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3014-3023)
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 33.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: The amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in the report of the Committee on Rules 112-71 shall be considered as adopted. All points of order against provisions in the bill, as amended, are waived.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-71, by Mr. Nugent.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-71, by Mr. Nugent.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
Urging the people of the United States to observe National Scots, Scots-Irish Heritage Month.

Bill: 112-hres-238
Sponsor: Rep. Kissell, Larry [D-NC-8]
Introduced: 2011-05-02 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Europe
Ireland
Northern Ireland
Racial and ethnic relations
Scotland
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: 
 Urges the people of the United States to observe the month of April as National Scots, Scots-Irish Heritage Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
Supporting efforts to retain the ban on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) ability to lobby State legislators using Federal tax dollars and urging NHTSA to focus on motorcycle crash prevention and rider education and training.

Bill: 112-hres-239
Sponsor: Rep. Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr. [R-WI-5]
Introduced: 2011-05-02 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Intergovernmental relations
Motor vehicles
Public participation and lobbying
State and local government operations
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: 
Supports efforts to retain the ban on the ability of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to lobby state legislators using federal tax dollars.
 
Recognizes the importance of motorcycle crash prevention as the primary source of motorcycle safety.
 
Encourages NHTSA to: (1) focus on motorcycle crash prevention and rider education as the most significant priorities in motorcycle safety; and (2) provide Congress a statement why it believes it is less important to focus on motorcycle crash prevention, rider education and training, proper licensing, and reducing impaired riding than on mandating universal helmet use.
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any law that supersedes state laws regarding the use of helmets as it applies to denial of health coverage and benefits resulting from an injury sustained while riding a motorcycle should not be implemented.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Introduced in House
Commending President Barack Obama and the men and women of the military and intelligence agencies for the successful completion of the operation that led to the death of Osama bin Laden.

Bill: 112-hres-240
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2011-05-03 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Congressional tributes
Homeland security
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Pakistan
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: 
 Congratulates President Obama on his successful policies in the war on terror and in homeland security.
 
 Congratulates the Navy Seals and all of the men and women of the Armed Forces and intelligence agencies that contributed to the successful implementation of the mission that led to the death of Osama bin Laden.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and Homeland Security, 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: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and Homeland Security, 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: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and Homeland Security, 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: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-02
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2926)
Honoring the members of the United States Armed Forces, the intelligence community, and the Obama and Bush Administrations whose dedicated service brought the murderous terrorist leader Osama bin Laden to justice.

Bill: 112-hres-241
Sponsor: Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11]
Introduced: 2011-05-03 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
Military operations and strategy
Pakistan
Presidential administrations
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: 
 Congratulates and salutes the U.S. Armed Forces, the intelligence community, and the Obama and Bush administrations for bringing Osama bin Laden to justice.
 
 Remembers the fallen and comforts the families grievously wounded by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and by all of Osama bin Laden and al Qaeda's other crimes.
 
 Reaffirms the dedication to the prompt and just eradication of al Qaeda and all terrorist organizations and their cohorts and to victory in the war for freedom against terrorism.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing May as "National Foster Care Month".

Bill: 112-hres-242
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-33]
Introduced: 2011-05-03 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Foster Care Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.

Bill: 112-hres-243
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-32]
Introduced: 2011-05-03 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: 2011-05-03
text: 
Recognizes the significance of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to our nation's history. 
 
Recognizes that Asian American and Pacific Islander communities enhance the rich diversity of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a Palestinian government which includes Hamas should be prohibited from receiving United States aid until that government publicly commits to the Quartet principles.

Bill: 112-hres-244
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23]
Introduced: 2011-05-03 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Foreign aid and international relief
Gaza Strip
International law and treaties
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
West Bank

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: 
Supports the resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the creation of a viable and independent Palestinian state living in peace alongside Israel.
 
Encourages the inclusion of Prime Minister Fayyad in any interim and subsequent Palestinian governments.
 
Maintains that a Palestinian government which includes Hamas must be prohibited from receiving U.S. aid until the government publicly commits to the Quartet principles. 
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. aid to the Palestinians is intended to: (1) prevent acts of terrorism against Israel, (2) create the stability and prosperity in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip that promotes peaceful coexistence with Israel, and (3) meet humanitarian needs in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-05
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E820-821)
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-05-03
text: Introduced in House