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Calling on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon the Republic of Turkey's full acknowledgment of the facts and ongoing consequences of the Armenian Genocide, and a fair, just, and comprehensive international resolution of this crime against humanity.

Bill: 113-hres-227
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-21]
Introduced: 2013-05-20 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armenia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Middle East
Racial and ethnic relations
Turkey
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-20
text: 
Calls on the President to work toward: (1) equitable and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon Turkey's acknowledgment of the facts and consequences of the Armenian Genocide, and (2) a comprehensive international resolution of this crime against humanity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2013-05-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-20
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to approve the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-hres-228
Sponsor: Rep. Webster, Daniel [R-FL-10]
Introduced: 2013-05-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3) to approve the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Keystone XL pipeline.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 185 (Roll no. 168). (text: CR H2852)
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 228 - 185 (Roll no. 168).(text: CR H2852)
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 194 (Roll no. 167). (consideration: CR H2861-2862)
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 228.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2852-2862)
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 27.
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3 with 1 hour and 30 minutes of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order.
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-88, by Mr. Webster (FL).
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-88, by Mr. Webster (FL).
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Introduced in House
Calling for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and others to be tried before the International Criminal Court for committing war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Bill: 113-hres-229
Sponsor: Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-3]
Introduced: 2013-05-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Middle East
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Syria
United Nations
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: 
Condemns the ongoing violence and the systematic human rights violations carried out by Syrian government forces under President Bashar al-Assad's direction, as well as abuses committed by opposition forces.
 
 Supports the people of Syria seeking peaceful democratic change.
 
 Calls on the United Nations Security Council, based on evidence that war crimes and crimes against humanity have been perpetrated in Syria, to refer the situation to the International Criminal Court.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Introduced in House
To recognize and honor our nation's veterans on the 70th anniversaries of World War II battles.

Bill: 113-hres-230
Sponsor: Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7]
Introduced: 2013-05-21 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Europe
Germany
Italy
Japan
Military history
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: 
Honors all veterans, living and deceased, of World War II on the 70th anniversaries of the battles of the War and expresses the deep appreciation and gratitude of the United States for their valor and selfless service to their country.
 
Calls upon the people of the United States to recognize the 70th anniversaries of major battles throughout the War.
 
Calls upon the people and organizations of the United States to assist veterans of the War in representing America abroad during ceremonies recognizing such anniversaries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-21
text: Introduced in House
Establishing a Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs.

Bill: 113-hres-231
Sponsor: Rep. Bachmann, Michele [R-MN-6]
Introduced: 2013-05-22 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: 
Establishes the House Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1911) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish interest rates for new loans made on or after July 1, 2013, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-hres-232
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Introduced: 2013-05-22 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1911) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish interest rates for new loans made on or after July 1, 2013.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 193 (Roll no. 181). (text: CR H2917)
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 193 (Roll no. 181).(text: CR H2917)
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 195 (Roll no. 180). (consideration: CR H2925-2926)
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 232.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2917-2926)
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 28.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1911 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-89, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 113-89, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the Good Friday Agreement (the Belfast Agreement), on the 15th anniversary of its ratification, as the framework for lasting peace in Northern Ireland.

Bill: 113-hres-233
Sponsor: Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-14]
Introduced: 2013-05-22 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
International law and treaties
Ireland
Northern Ireland
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: 
Supports the goals of the Good Friday Agreement and urges all communities to continue to engage in the legal political process.
 
 Calls on the United Kingdom and Ireland to work together to achieve full implementation of the Agreement, including the creation of a Bill of Rights for Northern Ireland.
 
 Recognizes the ongoing necessity of reconciliation and urges the involvement of the United Kingdom, Ireland, and communities to work toward genuine reconciliation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-22
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and commending its successor, the African Union.

Bill: 113-hres-234
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Congratulates the former member states of the Organization of African Unity on the 50th year anniversary of its founding, in particular its original 32 member states.
 
 Commends African Union (AU) member states for their efforts to promote democratic societies, sustainable economic practices, and peace on the continent. 
 
Urges President Obama to support efforts to strengthen U.S.-AU cooperation, and encourages President Obama to expand U.S. efforts to achieve the goals of his United States Strategy Toward Sub-Saharan Africa.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of March 29 as Vietnam Veterans Day.

Bill: 113-hres-235
Sponsor: Rep. Grimm, Michael G. [R-NY-11]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
 Expresses support for the designation of Vietnam Veterans Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on fully spending the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund on United States ports and harbors each year, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-hres-236
Sponsor: Rep. Hahn, Janice [D-CA-44]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Government trust funds
Navigation, waterways, harbors
Transportation programs funding

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives commits itself to fully spending the receipts of the Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund on U.S. ports and harbors each year.
 
Affirms that the Fund's surplus should be spent down to zero on such ports and harbors as soon as possible.
 
Urges U.S. ports and the Corps of Engineers to make all necessary preparations for the expansion and acceleration of port and harbor dredging by 100% use of Fund receipts.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E748)
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to childhood stroke and recognizing May 2013 as "National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month".

Bill: 113-hres-237
Sponsor: Rep. Himes, James A. [D-CT-4]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Recognizes National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month.
 
Urges: (1) the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of pediatric stroke; and (2) continued coordination and cooperation between the federal government, state and local governments, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for children who suffer strokes.
 
Expresses support for the work of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in pursuit of medical progress on pediatric stroke.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace.

Bill: 113-hres-238
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Building construction
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Israel
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Palestinians
Presidential administrations
Religion
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Supports: (1) U.S. actions that promote peace between Israel and the Palestinians and are designed to ensure the security of Israel and its people, and (2) previous agreements reached between Israel and the Palestinians that recognize Israel's right to exist and promote a Palestinian state.
 
Commends: (1) the Obama administration and its predecessors for their commitment to Israel's survival and security and for their efforts to promote a resolution of the conflict through Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, and (2) the Obama administration for supporting Israel's Iron Dome Missile Defense System. 
 
Calls on: (1) Hamas to recognize Israel's right to exist, denounce violence, and abide by existing agreements; (2) states, international organizations, and individuals to oppose efforts to deny the Jewish people's historical, cultural, and spiritual connection to Israel; (3) Arab and Muslim-majority states to work towards full normalization of state-to-state relations with Israel; (4) the Israeli government to prevent further settlement expansion in the Occupied Territories; and (5) Israel and Hamas to uphold the existing cease fire agreement. 
 
Applauds President Obama's recent efforts to initiate a new, diplomatic effort to achieve an Israeli-Palestinian peace agreement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the third week in October as National School Bus Safety Week and for the designation of Wednesday of that week as National School Bus Drivers Appreciation Day.

Bill: 113-hres-239
Sponsor: Rep. Peterson, Collin C. [D-MN-7]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Motor carriers
Transportation employees
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National School Bus Safety Week and National School Bus Drivers Appreciation Day.
 
Celebrates the dedication and contributions that school bus drivers, managers, trainers, monitors, mechanics, and dispatchers make for our children every day across the country.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
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: 113-hres-240
Sponsor: Rep. Reed, Tom [R-NY-23]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Budget deficits and national debt
Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
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: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of the United States International Boundary Water Commission (USIBWC) and its recent efforts to address trash, sediment, and water quality issues with their Mexican counterparts, Comision Internacional de Limites y Aguas (CILA), through a proposed minute.

Bill: 113-hres-241
Sponsor: Rep. Vargas, Juan [D-CA-51]
Introduced: 2013-05-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arizona
California
Congressional tributes
International organizations and cooperation
Latin America
Mexico
New Mexico
Solid waste and recycling
Texas
Water quality

Summary:
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: 
Expresses support for the United States International Boundary Water Commission's (USIBWC's) proposed minute to address trash, sediment, and water quality between the United States and Mexico's respective sections of the International Boundary and Water Commission. Commends USIBWC, the Tijuana River Valley Recovery Team, and local environmental organizations for their leadership in addressing such issues. Reaffirms Congress's commitment to continue its partnerships with Mexico on protecting the transnational watersheds.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Relating to the death of the Honorable Frank R. Lautenberg, a Senator from the State of New Jersey.

Bill: 113-hres-242
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Introduced: 2013-06-03 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
New Jersey
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Frank R. Lautenberg, a Senator from New Jersey.
 
Declares that when the House adjourns on June 3, 2013, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator. 

action_date: 2013-06-03
text: 

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

 
Declares that the House of Representatives has heard with profound sorrow of the death of the Honorable Frank R. Lautenberg, a Senator from New Jersey.
 
Declares that when the House adjourns on June 3, 2013, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H3001)
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H3001)
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H3003)
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Pending disposition of the measure, the Chair recognized Members of the New Jersey delegation to proceed with remarks to honor the late Senator Lautenberg.
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3001-3003)
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2013-06-03
text: Introduced in House