hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
Recognizing the Girl Scouts of the USA on the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouts, which has stood for excellence and leadership for girls everywhere since 1916.

Bill: 114-hres-647
Sponsor: Rep. Brooks, Susan W. [R-IN-5]
Introduced: 2016-03-16 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Women's education

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: 
Congratulates the Girl Scouts of the USA and Gold Award recipients everywhere on the centennial of the Girl Scout Gold Award.
 
Recognizes the impact Girl Scout Gold Award recipients have had on the world and the lasting impact of their projects on their communities.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives respecting budget-related points of order.

Bill: 114-hres-648
Sponsor: Rep. Renacci, James B. [R-OH-16]
Introduced: 2016-03-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Budget process
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: 
Amends rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require any Committee on Rules resolution for consideration of a bill or joint resolution waiving, or in effect waiving, a budget-related point of order to specify each such point of order.
 
Declares it in order to offer a privileged, unamendable motion to strike or amend to eliminate any provision of that resolution that waives, or in effect waives, the application of a budget-related point of order.
 
Makes it out of order to move to reconsider the vote by which such a motion is agreed to or disagreed to.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 639) authorizing the Speaker to appear as amicus curiae on behalf of the House of Representatives in the matter of United States, et al. v. Texas, et al., No. 15-674.

Bill: 114-hres-649
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2016-03-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 639) authorizing the Speaker to appear as amicus curiae on behalf of the House of Representatives in the matter of United States, et al. v. Texas, et al., No. 15-674.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 180 (Roll no. 128). (text: CR H1422)
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 180 (Roll no. 128).(text: CR H1422)
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 181 (Roll no. 127). (consideration: CR H1433)
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 649.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1422-1434)
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 97.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 639 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-458, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-458, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2016-03-16
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the safety and security of the Iranian dissidents living in Camp Liberty/Hurriya in Iraq and awaiting resettlement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and permitting use of their own assets to assist in their resettlement.

Bill: 114-hres-650
Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2]
Introduced: 2016-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Albania
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Iran
Iraq
Middle East
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Terrorism
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: 
Condemns the attacks against the residents of Camp Liberty/Hurriya in Iraq.
 
 Urges the government of Iraq to: (1) bring to justice those responsible for the attacks; and (2) ensure access to food, clean water, medical assistance, electricity and other necessary supplies and equipment. 
 
Calls on the United States to work with Iraq to: (1) bring Camp Liberty/Hurriya to the same level of protection as that of the Baghdad International Airport to ensure the security of the residents, and (2) facilitate the residents' ability to sell their property and assets in order to fund their costs of living and resettlement out of Iraq. 
 
Urges the United States to work with Iraq and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to ensure that Camp Liberty/Hurriya residents, without exception, are safely resettled outside of Iraq and Iran according to the terms of the December 2011 Memorandum of Understanding. 
 
Calls on the United States to work with Albania and UNHCR to provide suitable housing for the remaining Camp Liberty/Hurriya residents in Albania.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2016-05-11
text: Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa Discharged.
action_date: 2016-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the recent violent terrorist attack against Taylor Force and the recent wave of terrorism against Israel and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas' failure to condemn such attacks.

Bill: 114-hres-651
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2016-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International organizations and cooperation
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Terrorism
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States: 
 
 
should condemn every act of violence against Israeli citizens and those who visit Israel in peace and friendship; 
 
believes that any chance at lasting peace will only occur through peaceful, bilateral discussions coupled with sound counsel from peaceful allies; 
 
supports individuals and organizations working to encourage cooperation between Israelis and Palestinians dedicated to a peaceful resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; 
 
 calls on Palestinian Authority President Abbas and the international community to join in condemning the current wave of terrorism in Israel; and 
 
reaffirms the strong U.S.-Israel relationship.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle, Washington, as the National Nordic Museum of the United States.

Bill: 114-hres-652
Sponsor: Rep. McDermott, Jim [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2016-03-17 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Historical and cultural resources
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Washington State

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: 
Recognizes the Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle, Washington, as the "National Nordic Museum of the United States." 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E329)
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2745) to amend the Clayton Act and the Federal Trade Commission Act to provide that the Federal Trade Commission shall exercise authority with respect to mergers only under the Clayton Act and only in the same procedural manner as the Attorney General exercises such authority, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 24, 2016, through April 11, 2016.

Bill: 114-hres-653
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2016-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2745) to amend the Clayton Act and the Federal Trade Commission Act to provide that the Federal Trade Commission shall exercise authority with respect to mergers only under the Clayton Act and only in the same procedural manner as the Attorney General exercises such authority, and providing for proceedings during the period from March 24, 2016, through April 11, 2016.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 154 (Roll no. 132). (text: CR H1509)
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 154 (Roll no. 132).(text: CR H1509)
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 154 (Roll no. 131). (consideration: CR H1513, H1532)
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1532-1533)
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 653, 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: 2016-03-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 653.
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1509-1513)
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 98.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: On any legislative day during the period from March 24, 2016, through April 11, 2016, the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day shall be considered as approved; and the Chair may at any time declare the house adjourned to meet at a date and time, within the limits of clause 4, section 5, of article I of the Constitution, to be announced by the Chair in declaring the adjournment.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-461, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-461, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and supporting the goals of "World Sleep Day", on March 18, 2016.

Bill: 114-hres-654
Sponsor: Rep. Hanna, Richard L. [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2016-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of World Sleep Day to raise awareness of sleep disorders and to reduce the burden of sleep problems on society.
 
Applauds the goals and approaches of the World Sleep Society to advance sleep health by promoting and encouraging education, research, and patient care, particularly where the practice of sleep medicine is less developed.
 Encourages members of the international community to promote the advancement of sleep health.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing concern regarding the preventable loss of life associated with sports-related sudden death of student athletes in the United States, and emphasizing the importance of rigorous, evidence-based pre-participation physical examinations for student athletes.

Bill: 114-hres-655
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-27]
Introduced: 2016-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Athletes
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Child health
Elementary and secondary education
Higher education
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Mental health
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases
Neurological disorders
Nutrition and diet
School athletics

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: 
Encourages local school districts, youth sports associations, and college and university athletic departments to regularly update their pre-participation physical examination policies in accordance with evidence-based best practices and with respect for parental considerations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should not confirm a nominee to the United States Supreme Court whose professional record or statements display opposition to the Second Amendment freedoms of law-abiding gun owners, including the fundamental, individual right to keep and bear arms as affirmed in the District of Columbia et al. v. Heller and McDonald et al. v. City of Chicago, Illinois, et al. cases.

Bill: 114-hres-656
Sponsor: Rep. Young, Todd [R-IN-9]
Introduced: 2016-03-21 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Congressional-executive branch relations
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Firearms and explosives
Judges
Supreme Court

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should not confirm a nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court whose professional record or statements display opposition to Second Amendment rights. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-04-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-21
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Martin Olav Sabo as an outstanding public servant dedicated to the State of Minnesota and the United States.

Bill: 114-hres-657
Sponsor: Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2016-03-22 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Minnesota

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: 
Declares that the House of Reprresentatives:
 
 
 honors the life and accomplishments of the Honorable Martin Olav Sabo, former Representative from Minnesota; and
 
remembers the work he accomplished to balance the federal budget and improve the quality of life of all Americans.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of March 30, 2016, as "World Bipolar Day".

Bill: 114-hres-659
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Tim [R-PA-18]
Introduced: 2016-03-22 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of World Bipolar Day, (2) improved sensitivity towards those struggling with bipolar disorder, and (3) comprehensive mental health reform.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-22
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should fulfill its constitutional obligation to provide full and fair consideration of the President's nominee for Associate Justice of the Supreme Court.

Bill: 114-hres-661
Sponsor: Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-13]
Introduced: 2016-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Judges
Senate
Supreme Court

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should: (1) fulfill its constitutional obligation by observing regular order and holding hearings to consider the President's nomination of Judge Garland to fill the vacant seat on the Supreme Court; and (2) after giving its full and fair consideration, vote on such nomination.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E370-371)
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing March 31 as "César Chávez Day" in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez.

Bill: 114-hres-662
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2016-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: California
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Labor-management relations
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: 
Recognizes Cesar Chavez Day to honor the accomplishments and example of Cesar Estrada Chavez. 
 
Pledges to promote his legacy and encourages the people of the United States to remember his rallying cry, &quot;Si, se puede!&quot; (&quot;Si, se puede!&quot; is Spanish for &quot;Yes, we can!&quot;) 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Middle Level Education Month".

Bill: 114-hres-663
Sponsor: Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3]
Introduced: 2016-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Middle Level Education Month.
 
Recognizes the importance of middle level education and the contributions of the individuals who educate middle level students.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the American Educational Research Association (AERA), the largest national interdisciplinary research association devoted to the scientific study of education and learning, celebrating its achievements, and expressing support for the designation of April 8, 2016, as "National Education Research Day".

Bill: 114-hres-664
Sponsor: Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-17]
Introduced: 2016-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
General education matters
Higher education
Scientific communication
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Education Research Day.
 
Recognizes the scientific and public education achievements of the American Educational Research Association.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-03-23
text: Introduced in House