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Directing the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication of the Department of State, or any portion of such communication, that refers or relates to any consultation with Congress regarding Operation Odyssey Dawn or military actions in or against Libya.

Bill: 112-hres-209
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2011-04-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Congressional oversight
Congressional-executive branch relations
Government information and archives
House of Representatives
Libya
Middle East
Military operations and strategy

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: 
Directs the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication of the Department of State, or any portion of such communication, that refers or relates to any consultation with Congress regarding Operation Odyssey Dawn or military actions in or against Libya.

action_date: 2011-05-12
text: 
Directs the Secretary of State to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of any official document, record, memo, correspondence, or other communication of the Department of State that was created on or after February 15, 2011, and that refers or relates to any consultation with Congress regarding the employment or deployment of U.S. Armed Forces for Operation Odyssey Dawn or NATO Operation Unified Protector.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-12
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 37.
action_date: 2011-05-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Foreign Affairs. H. Rept. 112-76.
action_date: 2011-05-12
text: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Foreign Affairs. H. Rept. 112-76.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Global Youth Service Day.

Bill: 112-hres-210
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Introduced: 2011-04-07 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
National and community service
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: 
Recognizes and commends the significant contributions of the youth of this country and encourages the continued engagement and support of young people dedicated to serving their neighbors, their communities, and the nation.
 
Supports the goals and ideals of Global Youth Service Days.
 
Calls on the people of this country to observe the day by supporting the volunteer efforts of young people, and engaging them in meaningful community service, service-learning, and decision-making opportunities as an investment in the future of our country.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the first weekend of May as Ten Commandments Weekend to recognize the significant contributions the Ten Commandments have made in shaping the principles, institutions, and national character of the United States.

Bill: 112-hres-211
Sponsor: Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1]
Introduced: 2011-04-07 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of Ten Commandments Weekend.

Celebrates the significant role the Ten Commandments have played in the development of public and private U.S. institutions.

Encourages citizens of all faiths and religious persuasions to reflect on the impact that the Ten Commandments have had on the people and national character of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should not intervene in the civil war in the Ivory Coast.

Bill: 112-hres-212
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Timothy V. [R-IL-15]
Introduced: 2011-04-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Congressional oversight
Congressional-executive branch relations
Ivory Coast
Military operations and strategy
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
War and emergency powers

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the situation in the Ivory Coast does not involve U.S. national security interests, and (2) the President is expressly prohibited from initiating military actions in the Ivory Coast without seeking congressional approval.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the memory of Poland's President, national leaders, and cultural leaders who were killed in the tragic plane crash at Smolensk, Russia on April 10, 2010.

Bill: 112-hres-213
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Introduced: 2011-04-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Accidents
Aviation and airports
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Poland
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: 
Honors the memory of Poland's President, national leaders, and cultural leaders who were killed in the April 2010 plane crash at Smolensk, Russia.
 
Expresses: (1) sympathies to the people of Poland and the families of those who perished in the crash, (2) solidarity with the people of Poland and all persons of Polish descent, and (3) support for the government of Poland as it works to overcome the loss of many key public officials and as it continues to seek information regarding the crash.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe and Eurasia.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of May 2011 as Mental Health Month.

Bill: 112-hres-214
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-38]
Introduced: 2011-04-08 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health information and medical records
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of Mental Health Month; and (2) the finding of the President's Commission on Mental Health that recovery from mental illness is a real possibility and steps can be taken to improve the lives of those living with mental illnesses, which will benefit American families, communities, schools, and workplaces.

Recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for citizens, communities, businesses, and the economy.

Applauds the coalescing of national and community organizations in working to promote public awareness of mental health and in providing critical information and support to the people and families affected by mental illness.

Encourages organizations and health practitioners to use Mental Health Month as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness, ensure access to appropriate services, and support overall quality of life for those living with mental illness.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging creditors to safeguard the credit scores of members of the Armed Forces and their immediate family in the event of a Government shutdown.

Bill: 112-hres-215
Sponsor: Rep. Rigell, E. Scott [R-VA-2]
Introduced: 2011-04-08 in the House
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Appropriations
Consumer credit
Defense spending
Department of Defense
Executive agency funding and structure
Military personnel and dependents
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: 
Encourages creditors to safeguard the credit scores of members of the Armed Forces and their immediate family in the event of a lapse in appropriations for the Department of Defense (DOD) as a result of a failure to enact a regular appropriations bill or continuing resolution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of increasing the funding of Job Corps, AmeriCorps, and the Peace Corps.

Bill: 112-hres-216
Sponsor: Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2011-04-08 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Appropriations
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Employment and training programs
Executive agency funding and structure
National and community service
Peace Corps
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that appropriations for FY2011 and FY2012 should be at specified amounts for: (1) Job Corps, (2) AmeriCorps, and (3) the Peace Corps.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2011-04-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-08
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Global Child Nutrition Month.

Bill: 112-hres-217
Sponsor: Rep. Emerson, Jo Ann [R-MO-8]
Introduced: 2011-04-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Child health
Food assistance and relief
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Nutrition and diet
Poverty and welfare assistance
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-11
text: 
Supports the goals of Global Child Nutrition Month.
 
Urges the Administration to develop a comprehensive plan which will provide for the expansion of nutrition programs, especially for young children, as part of President Obama's goal to eliminate childhood hunger in the United States by 2015.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Horticulture .
action_date: 2011-04-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2011-04-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2011-04-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-11
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1217) to repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund.

Bill: 112-hres-219
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Introduced: 2011-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1217) to repeal the Prevention and Public Health Fund.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 180 (Roll no. 258). (text: CR H2624)
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 180 (Roll no. 258).(text: CR H2624)
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 182 (Roll no. 257). (consideration: CR H2630-2631)
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 219.
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2624-2632)
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 30.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the bill. The resolution makes in order only those amendments printed in the report. All points of order against the amendments are waived.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-61, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-61, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness, educate humans of the importance of adoption, and create a humane environment for any pet, including the importance of spaying and neutering of animals, and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.

Bill: 112-hres-220
Sponsor: Rep. Andrews, Robert E. [D-NJ-1]
Introduced: 2011-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: 
Supports the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Government and people of the Republic of Turkey as they celebrate Republic Day, and for other purposes.

Bill: 112-hres-221
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Introduced: 2011-04-12 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
International organizations and cooperation
Political movements and philosophies
Terrorism
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: 
Recognizes the Republic of Turkey as one of the most important U.S. strategic partners.
 
Congratulates the government and people of Turkey as they celebrate Republic Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe and Eurasia.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism.

Bill: 112-hres-222
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-8]
Introduced: 2011-04-12 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: 
Recognizes the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism, the Union for Reform Judaism, and the Central Conference of American Rabbis on the 50th anniversary of the Center's founding.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-12
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 34) establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021.

Bill: 112-hres-223
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, Tim [R-SC-1]
Introduced: 2011-04-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 34) establishing the budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2012 and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2013 through 2021.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 181 (Roll no. 266). (text: CR H2675-2676)
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 181 (Roll no. 266).(text: CR H2675-2676)
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 238 - 183 (Roll no. 265). (consideration: CR H2684-2685)
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 223.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2675-2686)
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 31.
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: The resolution waives all points of order against consideration of the concurrent resolution. The resolution waives all points of order against the amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in part A of this report. The resolution permits the Chairman of the Budget Committee to offer amendments in the House pursuant to section 305(a)(5) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 to achieve mathematical consistency. Finally, the resolution provides that the concurrent resolution shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question of its adoption.
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-62, by Mr. Scott (SC).
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 112-62, by Mr. Scott (SC).
action_date: 2011-04-13
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Port of Long Beach.

Bill: 112-hres-224
Sponsor: Rep. Richardson, Laura [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2011-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: California
Commemorative events and holidays
Marine and inland water transportation

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: 
Recognize the 100th anniversary of the Port of Long Beach, the Port's contributions to U.S. shipping, and its critical importance to continuing prosperity and capacity for future trade in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
action_date: 2011-04-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the victims of the Cambodian genocide that took place from April 1975 to January 1979.

Bill: 112-hres-225
Sponsor: Rep. Richardson, Laura [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2011-04-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Cambodia
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: 
Honors the victims of the Cambodian genocide that took place beginning in April 1975 and ending in January 1979, and supports efforts to pursue justice for its victims.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States.

Bill: 112-hres-226
Sponsor: Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-3]
Introduced: 2011-04-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Caribbean area
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Cuba
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Latin America

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: 
 Calls for: (1) the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States, and (2) the Secretary of State and the Attorney General to continue to press for the immediate extradition or rendering of all fugitives from U.S. justice.
 
Urges the international community to continue to press for the immediate extradition or rendering of all fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the roles and contributions of America's teachers to building and enhancing our Nation's civic, cultural, and economic well-being.

Bill: 112-hres-227
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Introduced: 2011-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: 
Thanks and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in National Teacher Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2011-04-14
text: Introduced in House