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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1090) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide protections for retail customers, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-491
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2015-10-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1090) to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide protections for retail customers.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 186 (Roll no. 571). (text: CR H7201)
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 244 - 186 (Roll no. 571).(text: CR H7201)
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 242 - 185 (Roll no. 570). (consideration: CR H7214-7215)
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7214-7216)
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: DEBATE - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 491 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 until a time to be announced.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 491.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7201-7207)
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 69.
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: An amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 114-31 shall be considered as adopted. The further amendment printed in the report accompanying the resolution shall be considered as read, shall be debatable for 10 minutes, and shall not be subject to a demand for division of the question.
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-313, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-313, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of October as "National Domestic Violence Awareness Month" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should continue to raise awareness of domestic violence and its devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities, and support programs designed to end domestic violence in the United States.

Bill: 114-hres-492
Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-26 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crime victims
Domestic violence and child abuse

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should: (1) continue to raise awareness of domestic violence in the United States and its devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities; and (2) support programs designed to end domestic violence.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Connecticut's Submarine Century, the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Naval Submarine Base New London, and Connecticut's historic role in supporting the undersea capabilities of the United States.

Bill: 114-hres-493
Sponsor: Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-26 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Connecticut
Manufacturing
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Military procurement, research, weapons development

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: 
Commends the dedication and contribution to the Navy and submarine force by the people of Connecticut, both through the initial deed of gift that established what would become Naval Submarine Base New London and through their ongoing commitment to support the mission of the base and the Navy personnel assigned to it.
 
 Honors the submariners who have trained and served at Naval Submarine Base New London throughout its history. 
 
 Recognizes the contribution of the industry and workforce of Connecticut in designing, building, and sustaining the Navy's submarine fleet. 
 
Encourages the recognition of Connecticut's Submarine Century by Congress, the Navy, and the American people.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-11-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces.
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-26
text: Introduced in House
Impeaching John Andrew Koskinen, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill: 114-hres-494
Sponsor: Rep. Chaffetz, Jason [R-UT-3]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Taxation
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Department of the Treasury
Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Tax administration and collection, taxpayers

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: 
Impeaches John Andrew Koskinen, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, for high crimes and misdemeanors and sets forth the articles of impeachment.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1314) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a right to an administrative appeal relating to adverse determinations of tax-exempt status of certain organizations.

Bill: 114-hres-495
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 1314) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a right to an administrative appeal relating to adverse determinations of tax-exempt status of certain organizations.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 392 - 37 (Roll no. 578). (text: CR H7268)
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 392 - 37 (Roll no. 578).(text: CR H7268)
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 325 - 103 (Roll no. 577). (consideration: CR H8271-7272)
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7271-7272)
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 495, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Cole demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until a time to be announced.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 495.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7268-7271)
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 70.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: The resolution provides for consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 1314.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-315, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-315, by Mr. Cole.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Department of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University.

Bill: 114-hres-496
Sponsor: Rep. Doyle, Michael F. [D-PA-14]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Computers and information technology
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Pennsylvania

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: 
Recognizes the contributions of the Department of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University to the educational excellence, quality of life, and economic competitiveness of the United States. 
 
Congratulates the students, faculty, and alumni of the Department on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of its establishment.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Army Reserve Major Lisa Jaster on her graduation from the Army Ranger School.

Bill: 114-hres-497
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military education and training
Military personnel and dependents
National Guard and reserves
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: 
Honors Major Lisa Jaster for becoming the first Army Reserve woman to graduate from Ranger School.
 
 Commends the groundbreaking achievements of the first three women to graduate from Ranger School, Captain Kristen Griest, First Lieutenant Shaye Haver, and Major Lisa Jaster.
 
 Recognizes the Army Reserve's vital role in defending the United States.
 
 Celebrates the determination, patriotism, and willingness to lead of all Ranger School graduates.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-11-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of October 2015 as "National Breast Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill: 114-hres-498
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Tim [R-PA-18]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Health promotion and preventive care
Nutrition and diet
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: 
 Expresses support for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
 
Encourages Americans to observe the month with awareness and educational activities and to take steps to reduce their risk of breast cancer, including maintaining a healthy weight, exercising, breastfeeding, limiting alcohol intake, and limiting hormone replacement therapy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to allow Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to file, sign, and call up discharge petitions.

Bill: 114-hres-499
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner Pierluisi, Pedro R. [D-PR-At Large]
Introduced: 2015-10-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: 
Amends clause 2 of Rule XV (Business in Order on Special Days) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to allow Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to file, sign, and call up a motion to discharge.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the State of Israel has the right to defend itself against Iranian hostility and that the House of Representatives pledges to support Israel in its efforts to maintain its sovereignty.

Bill: 114-hres-500
Sponsor: Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-4]
Introduced: 2015-10-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Iran
Israel
Middle East
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Israel has the right to defend itself against Iranian hostility, and (2) the House supports Israel's efforts to maintain its sovereignty.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-02-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the of House of Representatives that the United States postal facility network is an asset of significant value and the United States Postal Service should take appropriate measures to maintain, modernize and fully utilize the existing post office network for economic growth.

Bill: 114-hres-501
Sponsor: Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2]
Introduced: 2015-10-28 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Postal service
U.S. Postal Service

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Postal Service should take all appropriate measures to modernize and maintain a post office network.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life, legacy, and example of former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on the 20th anniversary of his death.

Bill: 114-hres-502
Sponsor: Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2015-10-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: 
Commemorates the life of Yitzhak Rabin and extends deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and the people of Israel on the 20th anniversary of Yitzhak Rabin's death.
 
 Supports the close ties and special relationship between the people and governments of the United States and Israel.
 
Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to the process of building a just and lasting peace between Israel and the Palestinians based on two states for two peoples.
 
 Calls on Israeli and Palestinian leaders to quell the current outbreak of terrorism and violence, and to resume work toward a negotiated two-state solution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-02-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-28
text: Introduced in House
Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker.

Bill: 114-hres-503
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23]
Introduced: 2015-10-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional-executive branch relations
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: 
Instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to inform the President that Paul D. Ryan has been elected Speaker of the House. 

action_date: 2015-10-29
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to inform the President that Paul D. Ryan has been elected Speaker of the House. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
To inform the Senate the election of the Speaker.

Bill: 114-hres-504
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23]
Introduced: 2015-10-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: 
Informs the Senate that Paul D. Ryan has been elected Speaker of the House.

action_date: 2015-10-29
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Informs the Senate that Paul D. Ryan has been elected Speaker of the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7340)
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the 50th anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965.

Bill: 114-hres-505
Sponsor: Rep. Hinojosa, Ruben [D-TX-15]
Introduced: 2015-10-29 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Education programs funding
Higher education
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: 
Honors the 50th anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965.
 
Acknowledges those whose support and efforts led to passage of the Higher Education Act of 1965. 
 
Recognizes the significant investment the Higher Education Act of 1965 has made in the lives of American students, families, and this nation as a whole. 
 
Encourages all Americans to recognize and celebrate the important historical milestone represented by the passage of the Higher Education Act of 1965 and its ideals of improving educational access and affordability. 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-10-29
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt employees with health coverage under TRICARE or the Veterans Administration from being taken into account for purposes of determining the employers to which the employer mandate applies under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; providing for proceedings during the period from November 6, 2015, through November 13, 2015; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.

Bill: 114-hres-507
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2015-11-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 22) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt employees with health coverage under TRICARE or the Veterans Administration from being taken into account for purposes of determining the employers to which the employer mandate applies under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; providing for proceedings during the period from November 6, 2015, through November 13, 2015; and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: 
Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 22 (Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy Act [DRIVE Act]).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 171 (Roll no. 584).
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 248 - 171 (Roll no. 584).
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 241 - 178 (Roll no. 583). (consideration: CR H7410-7411)
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: ORDERING THE PREVIOUS QUESTION - Mr. Woodall moved the previous question on the amendment and on the resolution.
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 507.
action_date: 2015-11-03
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: H7403-7412; text of measure as reported in House: CR H7403)
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 71.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Resolution provides for consideration of the Senate amendments to H.R. 22; provides for proceedings during the period from Nov. 6, 2015 through Nov. 13, 2015; and provides for motions to suspend the rules.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-325, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-325, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President of the United States should use the full authority of his office to convene international negotiations intended to stop the civil war in Syria.

Bill: 114-hres-508
Sponsor: Rep. Himes, James A. [D-CT-4]
Introduced: 2015-11-02 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International organizations and cooperation
Middle East
Reconstruction and stabilization
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Syria
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: 
 Calls on the President to convene international negotiations to stop the civil war in Syria. 
 
 Requests that these negotiations: 
 
 
stabilize the country and provide for political change towards a popularly supported, accountable Syrian leadership; 
 
implement measures to protect, and stem the flow of, refugees from Syria and provide for their return; and 
 
create a coordinated international strategy for the defeat of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). 
 
 
Calls on other nations that have an interest or involvement in the region and conflict to join these negotiations and commit to transitioning from the current al-Assad government and countering ISIL. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-02-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2015-11-02
text: Introduced in House