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Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month.

Bill: 113-hres-610
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2014-05-30 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Caribbean area
Commemorative events and holidays
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2014-05-30
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of Caribbean-American Heritage Month (in the month of June). 
 
Affirms that: (1) the contributions of Caribbean-Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; and (2) the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-05-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2014-05-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-05-30
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life of Jeanne Sobelson Manford for her fierce advocacy on behalf of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community as they and their allies celebrate Pride month during the month of June, reflect on the progress made towards equality, and remember activists like Jeanne who spent their lives fighting for their rights.

Bill: 113-hres-611
Sponsor: Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-14]
Introduced: 2014-06-02 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-02
text: 
 Recognizes Jeanne Sobelson Manford as a national hero who advanced the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in the United States.
 
Commends her for helping to create a more perfect union based on the ideal that all men and women are created equal.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2014-06-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2014-06-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Government of Mexico should forthwith repatriate Sgt. Andrew Paul Tahmooressi from Mexican prison(s) and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President of the United States should take actions to impose sanctions on Mexico until such time as Sgt. Tahmooressi is released.

Bill: 113-hres-612
Sponsor: Rep. Stockman, Steve [R-TX-36]
Introduced: 2014-06-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Firearms and explosives
Latin America
Mexico
Military personnel and dependents
Sanctions

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Mexico should expeditiously release and repatriate Sgt. Tahmooressi and all possessions that have been seized, and (2) the President should communicate with Mexico that he will impose increasingly harsh sanctions on Mexico until Sgt. Tahmooressi is released.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the centennial of Webster University.

Bill: 113-hres-613
Sponsor: Rep. Wagner, Ann [R-MO-2]
Introduced: 2014-06-09 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Missouri
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: 
Congratulates the educational professionals, students, and alumni of Webster University for 100 years of excellence in higher education.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-09
text: Introduced in House
Strongly supporting the quality and value of diversity and innovation in the Nation's higher education institutions, and strongly disagreeing with the President's proposal to create and administer a Postsecondary Institution Ratings System.

Bill: 113-hres-614
Sponsor: Rep. Goodlatte, Bob [R-VA-6]
Introduced: 2014-06-10 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Academic performance and assessments
Consumer affairs
Government information and archives
Higher education
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that:
 
 
students and families should maintain the right and responsibility of determining where to enroll for postsecondary education;
 
the federal government, in conjunction with states and accreditors, has a responsibility and the tools to ensure that the significant taxpayer funds that are invested in student aid each year are appropriately spent;
 
the federal government could play a positive role in making information regarding postsecondary education available to prospective students;
 
the Administration should work collaboratively with the higher education community to make that information more consumer friendly and accessible to students and their families; and
 
the Administration's proposal to rate postsecondary institutions through an oversimplified federal rating system will lead to less choice, diversity, and innovation and should be rejected.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E938-939)
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Members who vote in favor of the establishment of a public, Federal Government run health insurance option are urged to forgo their right to participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) and agree to enroll under that public option.

Bill: 113-hres-615
Sponsor: Rep. Fleming, John [R-LA-4]
Introduced: 2014-06-10 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Health care costs and insurance
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: 
Urges Members of Congress who vote in favor of the establishment of a public, federal government-run health insurance option to forgo their right to participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program (FEHBP) and agree to enroll under that public option. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4800) making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4457) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4453) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the reduced recognition period for built-in gains of S corporations.

Bill: 113-hres-616
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2014-06-10 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4800) making appropriations for Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4457) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4453) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the reduced recognition period for built-in gains of S corporations.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 189 (Roll no. 299). (consideration: CR H5259)
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 189 (Roll no. 299).(consideration: CR H5259)
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 194 (Roll no. 298). (consideration: CR H5264)
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: DEBATE - The House resumed debate on H. Res. 616.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 616.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5259-5265)
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 111.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Rule provides for one hour of general debate on the bills. H.R. 4800 shall be considred for amendment under a modified open rule. H.R. 4457 and H.R. 4453 shall be considred for amendment under a closed rule.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-472, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-472, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for Lunchtime Music on the Mall in Washington, DC, to benefit the District of Columbia, regional residents, and visitors and recognizing the public service of the performers and sponsors.

Bill: 113-hres-618
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2014-06-10 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Department of the Interior
District of Columbia
Music
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Performing arts
Public transit
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: 
Recognizes and commends: (1) Lunchtime Music on the Mall as enhancing urban life and musical culture in the nation's capital and appreciation of the National Mall; (2) the performers who participate in Lunchtime Music on the Mall; and (3) the National Park Service, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, and the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities for their public service in providing live music performances at no charge to the public. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-10
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing that cardiovascular disease continues to be an overwhelming threat to women's health and the importance of providing basic, preventive heart screenings to women wherever they seek primary care.

Bill: 113-hres-619
Sponsor: Rep. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV-2]
Introduced: 2014-06-11 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Physical fitness and lifestyle
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: 
States that the House of Representatives: (1) recognizes that heart disease remains the number one killer of women in the United States, that this is untenable, and that basic, preventive heart disease screenings should be a routine part of women's health care; (2) recognizes the importance of early screening wherever women seek primary care; and (3) commits to improving the heart health of all women, tearing down barriers that prevent women from getting screened for heart disease, ensuring women are provided with personalized lifestyle modification recommendations and support, and ensuring all women have a healthy heart.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5256-5257)
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Government of Mexico should immediately release United States Marine Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi and provide for his swift return to the United States so Sgt. Tahmooressi can receive the appropriate medical assistance for his medical condition.

Bill: 113-hres-620
Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]
Introduced: 2014-06-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Firearms and explosives
Latin America
Mental health
Mexico
Military medicine
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the government of Mexico should release U.S. Marine Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi and provide for his return to the United States so he can receive appropriate medical assistance, and (2) the President should utilize the full powers and authorities of his office to secure Sgt. Tahmooressi's release.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-09-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to the First Amendment to the Constitution and the vital freedom of speech protections it provides for Americans.

Bill: 113-hres-621
Sponsor: Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1]
Introduced: 2014-06-11 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: First Amendment rights

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the First Amendment to the Constitution, as written, and the protections it affords to the American people that are vital to the nation's democracy.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-11
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities and promoting research, education, and awareness.

Bill: 113-hres-623
Sponsor: Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Introduced: 2014-06-12 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Language arts
Medical research
Neurological disorders
Special education

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: 
Recognizes the importance of conducting research, education, and awareness on dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities.
 
Recognizes the importance of acknowledging the struggles and successes of those who live with dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities.
 
Commends the excellent work of organizations dedicated to dyslexia research to educate, support, and provide hope for people with dyslexia and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 350th anniversary of the founding of New Jersey and honoring the valuable contributions of people of the Garden State.

Bill: 113-hres-624
Sponsor: Rep. Holt, Rush [D-NJ-12]
Introduced: 2014-06-12 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
New Jersey
State and local government operations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: 
Recognizes the 350th anniversary of the founding of New Jersey.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Greyhound Lines, Inc., of Dallas, TX on the occasion of its 100th anniversary.

Bill: 113-hres-625
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2014-06-12 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Motor carriers
Texas
Transportation employees

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: 
Honors the centennial anniversary of the founding of Greyhound Lines, Inc., of Dallas, Texas.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nonviolence Week" to raise awareness of youth violence in the United States.

Bill: 113-hres-626
Sponsor: Rep. Lewis, John [D-GA-5]
Introduced: 2014-06-12 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crime prevention
Juvenile crime and gang violence
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Nonviolence Week to raise awareness of youth violence in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E973-974)
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-12
text: Introduced in House
Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to request the Senate to return to the House the bill (H.R. 4412) entitled "An Act to authorize the programs of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and for other purposes.".

Bill: 113-hres-627
Sponsor: Rep. Palazzo, Steven M. [R-MS-4]
Introduced: 2014-06-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Executive agency funding and structure
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure
National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: 
Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to request that the Senate return H.R. 4412 (the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2014) to the House. 

action_date: 2014-06-17
text: 

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

 
Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to request that the Senate return H.R. 4412 (the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2014) to the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5390)
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H5390)
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5390-5391)
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4870) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 3230) making continuing appropriations during a Government shutdown to provide pay and allowances to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces who perform inactive-duty training during such period.

Bill: 113-hres-628
Sponsor: Rep. Nugent, Richard B. [R-FL-11]
Introduced: 2014-06-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4870) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 3230) making continuing appropriations during a Government shutdown to provide pay and allowances to members of the reserve components of the Armed Forces who perform inactive-duty training during such period.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 163 (Roll no. 315). (text: CR H5407)
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 163 (Roll no. 315).(text: CR H5407)
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H5412)
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 628.
action_date: 2014-06-18
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5407-5413)
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 112.
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: After general debate on H.R. 4870, it shall be considered for amendment under the five-minute rule. It shall also be in order to consider the Senate amendments to H.R. 3230.
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-475, by Mr. Nugent.
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-475, by Mr. Nugent.
action_date: 2014-06-17
text: Introduced in House