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Expressing support for designation of September 6, 2014, as "Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day", and designating and adopting the flower commonly known as the Marigold as the floral emblem of Congress for September 10, 2014.

Bill: 113-hres-708
Sponsor: Rep. Schock, Aaron [R-IL-18]
Introduced: 2014-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional leadership
Congressional tributes
Horticulture and plants
Illinois
Members of Congress
National symbols

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: 
Supports the designation of Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day.
 
Designates and adopts the flower commonly known as the Marigold, of the genus Tagetes, as the floral emblem of Congress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of transformative breakthroughs in biomedicine, biotechnology, and life sciences in the diagnosis, management, curing, and treatment of illness and the existence of a ''Valley of Death'' in biotechnology and life sciences funding that stifles innovation and impedes translational medical research.

Bill: 113-hres-709
Sponsor: Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-51]
Introduced: 2014-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Biological and life sciences
Department of Health and Human Services
Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
Executive agency funding and structure
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Health programs administration and funding
Health technology, devices, supplies
Medical research
Research administration and funding
Research and development

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: 
Recognizes the value of biomedicine, biotechnology, and life sciences; the challenges those industries face; and ways those challenges can be addressed.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5230) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5272) to prohibit certain actions with respect to deferred action for aliens not lawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Bill: 113-hres-710
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2014-08-01 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5230) making supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2014, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5272) to prohibit certain actions with respect to deferred action for aliens not lawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 191 (Roll no. 477). (text: CR H7206)
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 191 (Roll no. 477).(text: CR H7206)
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 183 (Roll no. 476). (consideration: CR H7212-7213)
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 710.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7206-7213)
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 135.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Provides for further consideration of H.R. 5230 and for consideration of H.R. 5272. Both bills are debatable for 1 hour. The amendments to H.R. 5230printed in part A of the report shall be considered as adopted. The amendment to H.R. 5272 printed in Part B of the report shall be considered as adopted. The rule provides for one motion to recommit with or without instructions for each measure. The rule amends section 2 of H.Res. 700 to allow for motions to suspend the rules with respect to a measure addressing missile defense of Israel.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-571, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-571, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should take all appropriate measures to ensure the continuation of door delivery for all business and residential customers.

Bill: 113-hres-711
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Susan A. [D-CA-53]
Introduced: 2014-08-01 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Postal service
U.S. Postal Service

Summary:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) should take all appropriate measures to ensure the continuation of door delivery for all businesses and residential customers. 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1322-1323)
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should initiate negotiations to enter into a bilateral free trade agreement with the Republic of South Africa.

Bill: 113-hres-712
Sponsor: Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1]
Introduced: 2014-08-01 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Africa
Free trade and trade barriers
South Africa
Trade agreements and negotiations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should initiate negotiations to enter into a bilateral free trade agreement with the Republic of South Africa.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-08-01
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the friendship between the United Kingdom and the United States and expressing the support of the House of Representatives for a united, secure, and prosperous United Kingdom.

Bill: 113-hres-713
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30]
Introduced: 2014-08-04 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Europe
International organizations and cooperation
Scotland
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2014-08-04
text: 
Expresses the belief that: (1) a united, secure, and prosperous United Kingdom is important for U.S. national security priorities; and (2) diplomatic, economic, and military cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom is essential to U.S. national security
 
 Expresses deep friendship toward the Scottish people, and respects the right of the Scottish people to make their decision regarding their status in the September 18, 2014, referendum. 
 
Expresses a firm commitment to cooperation between the United States and the United Kingdom toward a more peaceful and prosperous world.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2014-08-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-08-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-08-04
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5078) to preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 644) condemning and disapproving of the Obama administration's failure to comply with the lawful statutory requirement to notify Congress before releasing individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and expressing national security concerns over the release of five Taliban leaders and the repercussions of negotiating with terrorists.

Bill: 113-hres-715
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Rob [R-UT-1]
Introduced: 2014-09-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5078) to preserve existing rights and responsibilities with respect to waters of the United States, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 644) condemning and disapproving of the Obama administration's failure to comply with the lawful statutory requirement to notify Congress before releasing individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and expressing national security concerns over the release of five Taliban leaders and the repercussions of negotiating with terrorists.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 179 (Roll no. 484). (text: CR H7307)
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 179 (Roll no. 484).(text: CR H7307)
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H7314)
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 715.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7307-7314)
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 137.
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 5078 and specified amendments are in order. A motion to recommit with or without instructions is also in order. Resolution provides for one hour of debate on H. Res. 644 and allows a motion to recommit, with or without instructions.
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-581, by Mr. Bishop (UT).
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-581, by Mr. Bishop (UT).
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President and the Secretary of State should ensure that the Canadian Government does not permanently store nuclear waste in the Great Lakes Basin.

Bill: 113-hres-716
Sponsor: Rep. Kildee, Daniel T. [D-MI-5]
Introduced: 2014-09-08 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Canada
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Great Lakes
Radioactive wastes and releases
Water quality
Watersheds

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: 
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that:
 
 
the Canadian government should not allow a permanent nuclear waste repository to be built within the Great Lakes Basin,
 
the President and the Secretary of State should take appropriate action to work with the Canadian government to prevent a permanent nuclear waste repository from being built there, and
 
the President and the Secretary should work together with their Canadian government counterparts on a safe and responsible solution for the long-term storage of nuclear waste.
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3522) to authorize health insurance issuers to continue to offer for sale current group health insurance coverage in satisfaction of the minimum essential health insurance coverage requirement, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-hres-717
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2014-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3522) to authorize health insurance issuers to continue to offer for sale current group health insurance coverage in satisfaction of the minimum essential health insurance coverage requirement.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 491). (text: CR H7402)
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 491).(text: CR H7402)
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 227 - 196 (Roll no. 490). (consideration: CR H7408, H7410-7411)
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7410-7411)
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res. 717, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Polis demanded the yeas and nays and the chair postponed fruther proceedings on the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 717.
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7402-7408)
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 138.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: The resolution provides that an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 113-56, modified by the amendment printed in this report, shall be considered as adopted.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-584, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-584, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Calling on the Department of Defense to expedite the delivery of all necessary military equipment, weapons, ammunition, and other needed materials to the Kurdish Peshmerga forces to successfully combat and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS).

Bill: 113-hres-718
Sponsor: Rep. Schweikert, David [R-AZ-6]
Introduced: 2014-09-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Iraq
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: 
Calls on the Department of Defense (DOD) to expedite the direct delivery of all necessary military equipment, weapons, ammunition, and other needed materials to the Kurdish Peshmerga forces to successfully combat and defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 20th anniversary of AmeriCorps on September 12, 2014.

Bill: 113-hres-719
Sponsor: Rep. Price, David E. [D-NC-4]
Introduced: 2014-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employment and training programs
Higher education
National and community service
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: 
Acknowledges the significant impact and value of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and community partners over the past 20 years.
 
Promotes a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni for their service.
 
Encourages citizens of all ages to find ways to give back to their communities and country through AmeriCorps and other programs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to the families of James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and condemning the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

Bill: 113-hres-720
Sponsor: Rep. Shea-Porter, Carol [D-NH-1]
Introduced: 2014-09-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
International organizations and cooperation
Iraq
Middle East
News media and reporting
Syria
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: 
Condemns the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), including the barbaric murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff.
 
 Mourns the deaths of James Foley and Steven Sotloff and expresses the Senate's condolences to their families.
 
 Salutes James Foley and Steven Sotloff for their courageous pursuit of journalistic excellence under the most dangerous of conditions.
 
 Supports efforts to bring to justice those responsible for the murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff. 
 
Demands the release of all hostages being held by ISIL. 
 
Calls on the United States and the international community, working in partnership with the governments and citizens of the Middle East, to address the ISIL threat. 
 
States that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use force.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging greater public-private sector collaboration to promote financial literacy for students and young adults.

Bill: 113-hres-721
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2014-09-11 in the House
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Advisory bodies
Consumer affairs
Elementary and secondary education
Employment and training programs
Financial literacy
Financial services and investments
Government studies and investigations
Higher education
Minority employment
Public-private cooperation
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: 
Supports the efforts of the President's Advisory Council on Financial Literacy in working with the public and private sectors to:
 
 
increase financial education for youth in school and for adults in the workplace,
 
increase access to financial services,
 
establish measures of national financial literacy,
 
conduct research on financial knowledge, and
 
strengthen financial education programs.
 
 
Reaffirms the purposes of the Dodd-Frank Act directing federal financial agencies and the entities they regulate to partner with organizations focused on developing opportunities to place talented young minorities and women in industry internships, summer employment, and full-time positions.
 
Supports the efforts of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to provide consumers with relevant information and decisionmaking tools regarding important financial decisions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-11
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-hres-722
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2014-09-15 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 124) making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 192 (Roll no. 499). (text: CR H7541)
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 221 - 192 (Roll no. 499).(text: CR H7541)
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 188 (Roll no. 498). (consideration: CR H7548-7549)
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 722.
action_date: 2014-09-16
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7541-7549)
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 140.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: The amendment printed in part B of the report of the Committe on Rules if offered by Rep. McKeon is debatable for 6 hours, equally divided and controlled.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-600, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-600, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

Bill: 113-hres-723
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2014-09-15 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Historical and cultural resources
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: 
Recognizes the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
 
Esteems the integral role of Latinos and their manifold heritage in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the historical links and friendship between Scotland and the United States and respectfully supporting a truly democratic process.

Bill: 113-hres-724
Sponsor: Rep. Duncan, John J., Jr. [R-TN-2]
Introduced: 2014-09-15 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Europe
Political movements and philosophies
Scotland
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: 
Believes that: (1) the future of Scotland can only be determined by the people of Scotland on September 18, 2014, and (2) a strong and prosperous Scotland is important for U.S. national priorities. 
 
 Supports the peaceful and democratic manner in which the independence debate is being conducted and commends it as an example to the rest of the world.
 
 Expresses deep friendship toward the Scottish people.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-09-15
text: Introduced in House