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Providing for further consideration of the bill (H.R. 4909) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2017 for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-735
Sponsor: Rep. Byrne, Bradley [R-AL-1]
Introduced: 2016-05-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 4909 (National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017) in the House of Representatives. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 175 (Roll no. 200). (text: CR H2721)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 175 (Roll no. 200).(text: CR H2721)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H2728)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 735.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2721-2728)
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 115.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: The resolution provides for further consideration of H.R. 4909.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-571, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-571, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4974) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5243) making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, to strengthen public health activities in response to the Zika virus, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-736
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2016-05-17 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4974) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5243) making appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2016, to strengthen public health activities in response to the Zika virus, and for other purposes.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 183 (Roll no. 202). (text: CR H2713-2714)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 241 - 183 (Roll no. 202).(text: CR H2713-2714)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 182 (Roll no. 201). (consideration: CR H2728-2729)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2728-2730)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 736, 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 later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 736.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2713-2721)
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 116.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 4974 and H.R. 5243.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-572, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-572, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating "The Greatest Spectacle in Racing", the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500, and recognizing the groundbreaking impact the race has had on the Nation and the sport of automobile racing.

Bill: 114-hres-738
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Indiana
Motor vehicles
Professional sports
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
Commemorates the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500.
 
Congratulates the Indianapolis 500 for its contributions to international automobile racing.
 
Commends the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and hundreds of racing teams, which work together each year to conduct a world-class race.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
Reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Bill: 114-hres-739
Sponsor: Rep. Delaney, John K. [D-MD-6]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Europe
Military operations and strategy
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the United States reaffirms its commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) as the foundation of transatlantic security and defense, (2) NATO serves as a critical coalition in preserving transatlantic peace and stability, and (3) NATO's continuing development of new capabilities and technologies to combat terrorism and a changing international security environment are crucial to enhancing national security and strengthening the ability of the United States to combat security threats. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Dr. and Mrs. David and Valerie Hodge on a successful 10-year tenure as President of Miami University.

Bill: 114-hres-740
Sponsor: Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Higher education
Ohio
School administration

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
Congratulates David and Valerie Hodge for their successful tenure leading Miami University over the last decade. 
 
Recognizes that they leave behind a significant legacy of success that benefitted the lives of countless students and positioned Miami as a premier Ohio institution of higher education.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of nonprofit organizations to the economy of the United States and expressing support for designation of September as "Nonprofit Organization (NPO) Recognition Month".

Bill: 114-hres-741
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2016-05-19 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Tax-exempt organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: 
Recognizes the importance of nonprofits to the communities they serve, the issues they support, and the economy of the United States.
 
Supports the designation of Nonprofit Organization Recognition Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 2576) to modernize the Toxic Substances Control Act, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 897) to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-742
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2016-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 2576) to modernize the Toxic Substances Control Act, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 897) to amend the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding the regulation of the use of pesticides in or near navigable waters.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 238 - 171 (Roll no. 234). (text: CR H2975)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 238 - 171 (Roll no. 234).(text: CR H2975)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 175 (Roll no. 233). (consideration: CR H2981, H2987)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2987-2988)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 742, 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 the question of ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 742.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2975-2981)
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 117.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 897 and the Senate amendment to H.R. 2576.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-590, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-590, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5055) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-743
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Introduced: 2016-05-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5055) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2017.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 171 (Roll no. 232). (text: CR H2981)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 171 (Roll no. 232).(text: CR H2981)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 174 (Roll no. 231). (consideration: CR H2985-2986)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 743.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2981-2987)
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 118.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5055. 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 open to amendments.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-591, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-591, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2016-05-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 2012) to provide for the modernization of the energy policy of the United States, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5233) to repeal the Local Budget Autonomy Amendment Act of 2012, to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to clarify the respective roles of the District government and Congress in the local budget process of the District government, and for other purposes; and providing for proceedings during the period from May 27, 2016, through June 6, 2016.

Bill: 114-hres-744
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 2012) to provide for the modernization of the energy policy of the United States, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5233) to repeal the Local Budget Autonomy Amendment Act of 2012, to amend the District of Columbia Home Rule Act to clarify the respective roles of the District government and Congress in the local budget process of the District government, and for other purposes; and providing for proceedings during the period from May 27, 2016, through June 6, 2016.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 242 - 171 (Roll no. 240). (text: CR H3105-3106)
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 242 - 171 (Roll no. 240).(text: CR H3105-3106)
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 239 - 176 (Roll no. 239). (consideration: CR H3111-3112)
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 744.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3105-3113)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 119.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: The resolution provides for consideration of S. 2012 and H.R. 5233.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-593, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-593, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Einstein Healthcare Network on their 150th anniversary.

Bill: 114-hres-745
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health facilities and institutions
Pennsylvania

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
Congratulates the Einstein Healthcare Network on its 150th anniversary and commends the network for providing high-quality medical care to the people of Philadelphia and the surrounding region.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
Urging the United States Soccer Federation to immediately eliminate gender pay inequity and treat all athletes with the same respect and dignity.

Bill: 114-hres-746
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Professional sports
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
Urges the United States Soccer Federation to immediately end gender pay inequity and to treat all athletes with respect and dignity.
 
Expresses support for an end to pay discrimination based on gender and the strengthening of equal pay protections.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of May 23 as the "International Day to End Obstetric Fistula" to significantly raise awareness and intensify actions towards ending obstetric fistula.

Bill: 114-hres-747
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Sex and reproductive health
Surgery and anesthesia
Women's health
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula to significantly raise awareness and intensify actions towards ending obstetric fistula (a childbirth injury).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States law firms should not represent Iran in any judicial proceeding or other capacity to assist efforts of Iran to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism.

Bill: 114-hres-748
Sponsor: Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3]
Introduced: 2016-05-25 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Civil actions and liability
Crime victims
Government liability
Iran
Lawyers and legal services
Middle East
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. law firms should not represent Iran in any judicial proceeding or other capacity to assist Iranian efforts to avoid paying compensation to victims of Iran-sponsored terrorism.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-06-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 25 as "National Moonshot Day" and recognizing the importance of conquering scientific challenges from medicine to space and beyond.

Bill: 114-hres-749
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-21]
Introduced: 2016-05-25 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Science and engineering education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Moonshot Day.
 
Recognizes the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education in inspiring future Moonshot projects.
Encourages parents and educators to inspire children to make direct connections between their classwork and potential solutions to the most pressing problems.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House
Urging the European Union to designate Hizballah in its entirety as a terrorist organization and increase pressure on it and its members.

Bill: 114-hres-750
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-21]
Introduced: 2016-05-25 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Europe
European Union
Foreign property
International organizations and cooperation
Middle East
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: 
Expresses appreciation to the European Union (EU) for the progress made in countering Hizballah since the EU designated Hizballah's military wing as a terrorist organization.
 
 Supports cooperation between the United States and the EU in thwarting Hizballah's criminal and terrorist activities.
 
 Urges the EU to designate Hizballah in its entirety as a terrorist organization and increase pressure on the group, including through: 
 
 
better cross-border cooperation among EU members,
 
issuing arrest warrants against Hizballah members and active supporters,
 
freezing Hizballah's assets in Europe, and 
 
prohibiting fund raising activities in support of Hizballah.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-07-14
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2016-07-14
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in House