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Supporting the establishment of a national Children's Bill of Rights.

Bill: 114-hres-476
Sponsor: Rep. Gutierrez, Luis V. [D-IL-4]
Introduced: 2015-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child care and development
Child health
Child safety and welfare
Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Crimes against children
Detention of persons
Domestic violence and child abuse
Education programs funding
Educational facilities and institutions
Elementary and secondary education
Family relationships
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Juvenile crime and gang violence
Labor standards
Mental health
Nutrition and diet
Physical fitness and lifestyle
Separation, divorce, custody, support
Sex offenses
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Worker safety and health
Youth employment and child labor

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that every child is entitled to physical well-being, social and emotional well-being, and educational and life skills.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Recommending the designation of a Presidential Special Envoy to the Balkans to evaluate the successes and shortcomings of the implementation of the Dayton Peace Accords in Bosnia and Herzegovina, to provide policy recommendations, and to report back to Congress within one year.

Bill: 114-hres-477
Sponsor: Rep. Hahn, Janice [D-CA-44]
Introduced: 2015-10-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Congressional oversight
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Economic development
Europe
European Union
Human rights
International law and treaties
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: 
Reiterates support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and legal continuity of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) within its internationally recognized borders, as well as the equality of its three constituent peoples and others within an integrated multi-ethnic country.
 
Welcomes steps taken by the government of BiH towards integration into the Euro-Atlantic community. 
 
Emphasizes that BiH, as well as its internal political entities, work toward the creation of an effective state, and that the national government of BiH, as well as the institutions of the entities, are able to instill necessary reforms to fulfill European Union (EU) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization membership requirements. 
 
Stresses the importance of privatization of the publicly owned enterprises through transparent international tenders prepared in close cooperation with the EU and the Office of the High Representative. 
 
Commends the focus of the United States in support of a stronger civil society in BiH. 
 
Believes that it is important that the United States: (1) works closely with the EU in implementing an accession process specifically made for BiH, and (2) supports countries of the region in fulfilling their obligations aimed at ending the refugee and internal-displacement situation in Southeast Europe. 
 
Reiterates that: (1) a fully functional Federation of BiH entity is essential for the future of BiH as a stable state and therefore any envisaged reform should take into account protection of the constitutional rights of all, including Bosnian Croats; (2) constitutional reform in BiH should take the Dayton Peace Accords as its basis and advance the principles of political, economic, legal, and religious equality and tolerance; and (3) the United States should designate a Presidential Special Envoy to the Balkans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-02-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1468)
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas.

Bill: 114-hres-478
Sponsor: Rep. Jenkins, Lynn [R-KS-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Kansas

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: 
Commends and celebrates the 150th anniversary of Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas, as it inspires its students to lead with competence and character.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging observance of National Wildlife Refuge Week with appropriate events and activities, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-479
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2015-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Birds
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Ecology
Endangered and threatened species
Hunting and fishing
Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: 
Encourages the observance of National Wildlife Refuge Week. 
 
Acknowledges the importance of national wildlife refuges for their recreational opportunities and contribution to local economies. 
 
Reaffirms the support of the House of Representatives for wildlife conservation and the National Wildlife Refuge System. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 10) to reauthorize the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results Act, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 692) to ensure the payment of interest and principal of the debt of the United States.

Bill: 114-hres-480
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Introduced: 2015-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 10) to reauthorize the Scholarships for Opportunity and Results Act, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 692) to ensure the payment of interest and principal of the debt of the United States.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 245 - 182 (Roll no. 554). (text: CR H7041)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 245 - 182 (Roll no. 554).(text: CR H7041)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 181 (Roll no. 553). (consideration: CR H7051)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7051-7052)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 480, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until a time to be announced.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 480.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7041-7047)
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 66.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Resolution provides for consideration of both H.R. 10 and H.R. 692.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-300, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-300, by Ms. Foxx.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1937) to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of strategic and critical importance to United States economic and national security and manufacturing competitiveness.

Bill: 114-hres-481
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Introduced: 2015-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1937) to require the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture to more efficiently develop domestic sources of the minerals and mineral materials of strategic and critical importance to United States economic and national security and manufacturing competitiveness.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 185 (Roll no. 556). (text: CR H7047)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 185 (Roll no. 556).(text: CR H7047)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 243 - 184 (Roll no. 555). (consideration: CR H7053)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7052-7053)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 481, 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 further proceedings on ordering the previous question until a time to be announced.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 481.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7047-7050)
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 67.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1937 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. Specified amendments are in order.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-301, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-301, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House that Congress should recognize the benefits of charitable giving and express support for the designation of #GivingTuesday.

Bill: 114-hres-482
Sponsor: Rep. Gabbard, Tulsi [D-HI-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Charitable contributions
Income tax deductions
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: 
Recognizes that the United States needs a strong and vibrant charitable and philanthropic sector to enable communities to meet local needs.
 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of #GivingTuesday as a way to encourage charitable giving; and (2) strong incentives for all Americans to give generously to charitable organizations by protecting the existing charitable deduction and reinstating incentives that encourage philanthropy, volunteering, and innovation.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3762) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 2002 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2016; waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Bill: 114-hres-483
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2015-10-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3762) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to section 2002 of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2016; waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 187 (Roll no. 567). (text: CR H7101)
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 187 (Roll no. 567).(text: CR H7101)
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 244 - 185 (Roll no. 566). (consideration: CR H7124-7125)
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7124-7126)
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res. 483, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Slaughter demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question on H.Res. 483 until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 483.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7101-7107)
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 68.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: The resolution provides that the amendment printed in the report shall be considered as adopted for H.R. 3762. The resolution waives clause 6(a) of rule XIII and provides that is shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of Oct. 22, 2015 or Oct. 23, 2015 for the Speaker to entertain motions to suspend the rules.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-303, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-303, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Government and people of the Republic of Turkey as they celebrate Republic Day, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-484
Sponsor: Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1]
Introduced: 2015-10-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Europe
International organizations and cooperation
Iraq
Middle East
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Syria
Terrorism
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: 
Recognizes the Republic of Turkey as one of the most important strategic partners of the United States.
 
 Expresses appreciation for Turkey's contribution to global efforts to combat international terrorism, particularly Daesh/ISIS.
 
 Acknowledges the unique political, economic, and social challenges confronting Turkey resulting from the refugee influx that the conflicts in neighboring Iraq and Syria have caused.
 
 Congratulates the government and people of Turkey as they celebrate Republic Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing solidarity with the people of Israel in the wake of recent terrorist attacks and condemning the Palestinian Authority for inciting an atmosphere of violence.

Bill: 114-hres-485
Sponsor: Rep. McSally, Martha [R-AZ-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Crime victims
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: 
Expresses support for the recent terrorism victims and their families in Israel, the people of Israel, and the government of Israel.
 
 Condemns terrorism committed under the auspices of the Palestinian Authority (PA), and calls on Palestinian leaders to cease supporting or allowing terrorist activities in Israel.
 
 Urges the President to condemn the attacks carried out against innocent Israelis and freeze U.S. funding to the PA until their leaders openly increase efforts to end their incitement of violence.
 
 Expresses concern about the use of national security waivers to continue supplying aid to the PA.
 
Demands as a condition of continued U.S. aid that the President re-certify that the PA government and all its ministers have publicly accepted and are complying with the principles which demand the recognition of Israel's right to exist and the acceptance of previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-21
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Minnesota Lynx women's basketball team on winning the 2015 Women's National Basketball Association Championship.

Bill: 114-hres-486
Sponsor: Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2015-10-22 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Minnesota
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the achievements of the players, coaches, fans, and staff whose dedication has helped the Minnesota Lynx win the 2015 Women's National Basketball Association Championship; and (2) the Twin Cities area and Minnesota for supporting women's professional basketball.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of cancer program accreditation in ensuring comprehensive, high quality, patient-centered cancer care.

Bill: 114-hres-487
Sponsor: Rep. Jenkins, Lynn [R-KS-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-22 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Health care coverage and access
Health care quality
Health programs administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: 
Recognizes the importance of accreditation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer to ensure patient access to high quality, comprehensive cancer care.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Retirement Security Week, including raising public awareness of the various tax-preferred retirement vehicles, increasing personal financial literacy, and engaging the people of the United States on the keys to success in achieving and maintaining retirement security throughout their lifetimes.

Bill: 114-hres-488
Sponsor: Rep. Polis, Jared [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-22 in the House
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employee benefits and pensions
Financial literacy
Financial services and investments
Income tax deferral

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Retirement Security Week.
 
Acknowledges the need to raise public awareness of a variety of tax-preferred retirement vehicles.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-22
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 88th Anniversary of Texas Southern University.

Bill: 114-hres-489
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2015-10-23 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: 
Congratulates Texas Southern University on the 88th anniversary of its founding. 
 
Recognizes the commitment of Texas Southern University to academic excellence, quality instruction, innovative research, and enduring contributions to its community, state, nation, and the world.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7168)
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the lives, work, and sacrifice of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., the two United States Postal Service employees and Washington, DC, natives who died as a result of their contact with anthrax while working at the United States Postal Facility located at 900 Brentwood Road, NE, Washington, DC, during the anthrax attack in the fall of 2001, United States Postal Service employees, who have continued to work diligently in service to the people of the United States notwithstanding the anthrax attacks, as well as the three other Americans who died and the 17 who became ill in the attacks.

Bill: 114-hres-490
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2015-10-23 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Postal service
Terrorism
U.S. Postal Service

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: 
Honors the lives and work of Joseph Curseen, Jr., and Thomas Morris, Jr., who died while performing their duties as U.S. Postal Service (USPS) employees during the anthrax attacks in the fall of 2001, and the 3 other citizens who died and the 17 who became ill in such attacks. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-23
text: Introduced in House