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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace.

Bill: 114-hres-126
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2015-02-25 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
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: 
Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting U.S. actions that promote peace between Israel and the Palestinians and are designed to ensure the security of Israel and its people.
 
 Reaffirms support for previous agreements between Israel and the Palestinians and adopted by third parties that recognize Israel's right to exist and promote a Palestinian state. 
 
Commends the Obama administration and its predecessors for their commitment to Israel's security and for their efforts to demonstrate this commitment through the promotion of Israeli-Palestinian negotiations. 
 
Calls on Hamas to recognize Israel's right to exist, denounce violence, abide by existing agreements, and prevent missile attacks against Israel. 
 
Calls upon states, international organizations, and individuals to oppose efforts to deny the Jewish people's historical, cultural, and spiritual connection to Israel. 
 
Calls upon Arab and Muslim-majority states to build upon efforts towards full normalization of state-to-state relations with Israel. 
 
Calls on the Israeli government to prevent further settlement expansion in the Occupied Territories. 
 
Commends the Obama administration for supporting Israel's Iron Dome Missile Defense System. 
 
Calls on Israel and Hamas to uphold the existing cease fire agreement. 
 
Applauds the Obama administration's efforts to facilitate Israel-Palestinian peace negotiations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of March 31, 2015, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Bill: 114-hres-127
Sponsor: Rep. Mulvaney, Mick [R-SC-5]
Introduced: 2015-02-25 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Electric power generation and transmission
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: 
Recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety.
 
 Expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-02-25
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the significance of the Greensboro Four Sit In.

Bill: 114-hres-128
Sponsor: Rep. Adams, Alma S. [D-NC-12]
Introduced: 2015-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
Teaching, teachers, curricula
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: 
Recognizes the contribution of the Greensboro Four to the revitalization of the civil rights movement and their significance as a catalyst for the mobilization of college students coalescing in the formation of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee.
 
Recognizes that ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.
 
Encourages states to include the history and contributions of the Greensboro Four in their year-round educational curriculum.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 35) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-129
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2015-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 35) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2015.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 183 (Roll no. 101). (text: CR H1377)
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 183 (Roll no. 101).(text: CR H1377)
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 240 - 183 (Roll no. 100). (consideration: CR H1384-1386; text CR H1384-1385)
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 129.
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1377-1386)
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 12.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 35 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-31, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-31, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2015-02-26
text: Introduced in House
To express the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe and to encourage greater cooperation with the European governments, the European Union, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe in preventing and responding to anti-Semitism.

Bill: 114-hres-130
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2015-02-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
European Union
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Law enforcement officers
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Terrorism
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: 
Urges the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, and other relevant U.S. government agencies and officials to work with the European Union and European governments to encourage further efforts to address anti-Semitism.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of March 2015, as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

Bill: 114-hres-131
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2015-02-27 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Relating to consideration of the bill (H.R. 240) appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2015.

Bill: 114-hres-133
Sponsor: Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-4]
Introduced: 2015-03-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: 
Resolves that, during consideration of the bill (H.R. 240) to provide FY2015 appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security, any motion pursuant to clause 4 of rule XXII (House and Senate relations) of the Rules of the House Representatives may be offered only by the Majority Leader or his designee. (Clause 4 makes a motion to dispose of any amendment privileged when the stage of disagreement has been reached on a bill or resolution with House or Senate amendments.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 749) to reauthorize Federal support for passenger rail programs, and for other purposes, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 6, 2015, through March 13, 2015.

Bill: 114-hres-134
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2015-03-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 749) to reauthorize Federal support for passenger rail programs, and for other purposes, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 6, 2015, through March 13, 2015.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1531)
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H1531)
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: The previous question was ordered without objection. (consideration: CR H1535)
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 134.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1531-1535)
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 13.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Resolution also provides for proceedings of the House during the period from March 4, 2015 through March 13, 2015.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-36, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-36, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging people in the United States to recognize March 2, 2015, as Read Across America Day.

Bill: 114-hres-135
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Rodney [R-IL-13]
Introduced: 2015-03-02 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Art, artists, authorship
Books and print media
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Language arts

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: 
Honors Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading.
 
Honors the 18th anniversary of Read Across America Day.
 
Encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Linemen, the profession of Linemen, and the contributions of these brave men and women to protect public safety, and expressing support of designation of April 18, 2015, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Bill: 114-hres-136
Sponsor: Rep. Price, Tom [R-GA-6]
Introduced: 2015-03-02 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Electric power generation and transmission
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: 
Recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety.
 
 Expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-02
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

Bill: 114-hres-137
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2015-03-03 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Higher education
U.S. history
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.
 
Recognizes and honors the women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1029) to amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978 to provide for Scientific Advisory Board member qualifications, public participation, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1030) to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from proposing, finalizing, or disseminating regulations or assessments based upon science that is not transparent or reproducible.

Bill: 114-hres-138
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2015-03-03 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1029) to amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978 to provide for Scientific Advisory Board member qualifications, public participation, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1030) to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from proposing, finalizing, or disseminating regulations or assessments based upon science that is not transparent or reproducible.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 180 (Roll no. 117). (text: CR H1670)
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 180 (Roll no. 117).(text: CR H1670)
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 181 (Roll no. 116). (consideration: CR H1675-1676)
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 138.
action_date: 2015-03-17
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1670-1677)
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 14.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-37, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-37, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: For each measure, resolution provides one hour of general debate; makes specified amendments in order; and allows a motion to recommit, with or without instructions.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
Condemning violence against religious minorities in the Middle East and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities.

Bill: 114-hres-139
Sponsor: Rep. Black, Diane [R-TN-6]
Introduced: 2015-03-03 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Middle East
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: 
Condemns violence against religious minorities in the Middle East and actions that limit their practice of faith. 
 
 Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom around the world and protecting religious minorities facing persecution. 
 
Calls on the governments of the Middle East to uphold the internationally recognized human right to freedom from religious persecution and to end violence and discrimination against religious minorities. 
 
Urges the Obama Administration to appoint a Special Envoy to Promote Religious Freedom of Religious Minorities in the Near East and South Central Asia.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of August 2015 as "Blue Star Mothers of America Month".

Bill: 114-hres-140
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
Introduced: 2015-03-03 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Family relationships
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of Blue Star Mothers of America Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-11-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week.

Bill: 114-hres-141
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2015-03-03 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health care coverage and access
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. 
 
Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to ending multiple sclerosis by promoting: (1) awareness about individuals affected by multiple sclerosis; and (2) education programs, research, and expanded access to medical treatment.
 
Recognizes people living with multiple sclerosis and salutes the health care professionals and medical researchers who assist those so affected and continue to work to find ways to stop the progression of the disease, restore nerve function, and end multiple sclerosis forever.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-03
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Government of Nigeria to move forward expeditiously with national general elections.

Bill: 114-hres-143
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2015-03-04 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Foreign aid and international relief
Nigeria
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: 
Calls upon the government of Nigeria to hold its national general election as scheduled.
 
 Expresses solidarity with the people of Nigeria and their aspirations for free and fair elections. 
 
Supports U.S. efforts to provide security assistance and training to Nigeria to help eliminate the national security threat presented by the terrorist group Boko Haram and other groups that threaten the democratic process and the right of Nigerians to vote in a free and fair national election. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-03-20
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and celebrating the centennial of the United States Navy Reserve.

Bill: 114-hres-144
Sponsor: Rep. Hahn, Janice [D-CA-44]
Introduced: 2015-03-04 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military history
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
National Guard and reserves

Summary:
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: 
Recognizes the centennial of the Navy Reserve, its role as a component of the Armed Forces, and the role of Secretary of the Navy Josephus Daniels and future President Franklin D. Roosevelt in its establishment.
 
Honors the service of Navy Reserve members who protect the United States and commends their efforts in supporting the Navy, Marine Corps, and Joint Force.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-11-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-03-04
text: Introduced in House