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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-843
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2016-09-06 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5063) to limit donations made pursuant to settlement agreements to which the United States is a party.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 178 (Roll no. 482).
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 178 (Roll no. 482).
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 177 (Roll no. 481).
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 843.
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Considered as privileged matter.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 139.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5063 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions. Measure will be considered read. Specified amendments are in order.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-724, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-724, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2357) to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to revise Form S-3 so as to add listing and registration of a class of common equity securities on a national securities exchange as an additional basis for satisfying the requirements of General Instruction I.B.1. of such form and to remove such listing and registration as a requirement of General Instruction I.B.6. of such form, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5424) to amend the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to amend its rules to modernize certain requirements relating to investment advisers, and for other purposes.

Bill: 114-hres-844
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2016-09-06 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2357) to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to revise Form S-3 so as to add listing and registration of a class of common equity securities on a national securities exchange as an additional basis for satisfying the requirements of General Instruction I.B.1. of such form and to remove such listing and registration as a requirement of General Instruction I.B.6. of such form, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5424) to amend the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and to direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to amend its rules to modernize certain requirements relating to investment advisers.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 181 (Roll no. 490). (text: CR H5178)
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 181 (Roll no. 490).(text: CR H5178)
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by recorded vote: 238 - 180 (Roll No. 489). (consideration: CR H5186)
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 844.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5178-5187)
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 140.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2357 and H.R. 5424.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-725, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-725, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of the week of September 17 through September 24, 2016, as National Estuaries Week.

Bill: 114-hres-845
Sponsor: Rep. LoBiondo, Frank A. [R-NJ-2]
Introduced: 2016-09-06 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Wetlands
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: 
Supports the designation of National Estuaries Week. 
 
Acknowledges the importance of estuaries to sustaining employment in the United States and the nation's economic well-being and prosperity.
 
Expresses the intent of the House of Representatives to continue working to understand, protect, and restore U.S. estuaries. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Oceans.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
Calling on Congress to enact a new preclearance formula for the Voting Rights Act and condemning voter suppression laws enacted by States and political subdivisions.

Bill: 114-hres-846
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2016-09-06 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
State and local government operations
Voting rights

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: 
Calls on Congress to enact a new preclearance formula for the Voting Rights Act of 1965, based on the Voting Rights Amendment Act and the Voting Rights Advancement Act.
 
Condemns the use by states and political subdivisions of specified voter suppression laws and techniques.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-06
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the maintenance of effective trade remedies for United States manufacturers and producers by ensuring that any foreign country designated as a nonmarket economy country under the Tariff Act of 1930 retain this status until it demonstrates that it meets all of the criteria for treatment as a market economy set forth in section 771(18)(B) of such Act.

Bill: 114-hres-848
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Tim [R-PA-18]
Introduced: 2016-09-07 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: 
Calls on:
 
 
 the President to apply U.S. antidumping and countervailing duty laws against nonmarket economy countries,
 
the President to retain the status of any country currently designated as a nonmarket economy country until it meets certain criteria for treatment as a market economy country,
 
nonmarket economy countries to eliminate all direct and indirect subsidies and other market-distorting government policies benefitting the production and export of goods to the United States, and
 
such countries to enter into binding and enforceable agreements for removing excess production capacity and withdrawing state intervention in and control over their economies.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing condolences to the people of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Lazio and Marche regions of Italy.

Bill: 114-hres-849
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2016-09-08 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Disaster relief and insurance
Europe
First responders and emergency personnel
Foreign aid and international relief
Italy
Natural disasters
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives:
 
 
mourns the loss of life and expresses condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the earthquake in Italy on August 24, 2016,
 
recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Italy and expresses continued solidarity with the people of Italy during this time of crisis,
 
applauds the courageous actions of the first responders and volunteers, and
 
supports President Obama's offer of assistance to Italy.
 
 
Commends the many U.S. organizations, including the National Italian-American Foundation, supporting the Italian people and raising funds to aid in the rebuilding and relief efforts.
 
Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have generously supported humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Italy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing suicide as a public health problem and expressing support for designation of September as "National Suicide Prevention Month".

Bill: 114-hres-850
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Tim [R-PA-18]
Introduced: 2016-09-08 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Families
Health care coverage and access
Health care quality
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Suicide Prevention Month.
 
Recognizes suicide as a preventable public health problem and supports declaring that suicide prevention should be a priority.
 Promotes awareness that suicide most often occurs when stressors exceed the current coping abilities of an individual suffering from a mental health condition.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the challenges posed to long-term stability in Lebanon by the conflict in Syria.

Bill: 114-hres-852
Sponsor: Rep. Hanna, Richard L. [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2016-09-08 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Immigration
Jordan
Lebanon
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Syria
Terrorism
Turkey
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
Recognizes the importance of U.S. and international assistance to the people of Lebanon in order to build Lebanon's capacity to provide services and security, and particularly to curb Hezbollah's influence. 
 
Encourages coordination between the Department of State, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and humanitarian organizations to ensure that refugees from the conflict in Syria are supported so as to mitigate any destabilizing effect on their host countries. 
 
Recognizes that it is in U.S. interests to support negotiations to end the conflict in Syria, which would allow for the eventual return of the millions of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, and other countries.
 
Supports full implementation of U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701 (calling for the disarmament of all armed groups in Lebanon). 
 
Recognizes the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) as the sole institution entrusted with the defense of Lebanon's sovereignty and supports U.S. partnerships with the LAF, particularly through the global coalition to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Authorizing the Speaker of the House of Representatives to initiate or intervene in a civil action regarding the compliance of the executive branch with the provision of law prohibiting relinquishment of the responsibility of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration with respect to Internet domain name system functions.

Bill: 114-hres-853
Sponsor: Rep. Kelly, Mike [R-PA-3]
Introduced: 2016-09-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
Authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives to initiate or intervene in civil actions in a federal court of competent jurisdiction to seek appropriate relief regarding the failure of the President, any department or agency head, or any other executive branch officer or employee to act in a manner consistent with that official's duties with respect to the implementation of provisions of the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016, or any related provision, regarding the relinquishment of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's responsibility with respect to Internet domain name system functions.
 
The Speaker shall notify the House of any decision to initiate or intervene in any such civil action.
 
The House's Office of the General Counsel, at the direction of the Speaker, shall represent the House in any such civil action and may employ the services of outside counsel and other experts. The chair of the Committee on House Administration shall publish in the Congressional Record a statement setting forth the aggregate amounts expended by the Office on outside counsel and other experts for each calendar quarter.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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: 2016-09-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in House
Supporting State, local, and community initiatives to encourage parents, teachers, camp counselors, and child-care professionals to take measures to prevent sunburns in the minors they care for, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that State, local, and community entities should continue to support efforts to curb the incidences of skin cancer beginning with childhood skin protection.

Bill: 114-hres-854
Sponsor: Rep. Dent, Charles W. [R-PA-15]
Introduced: 2016-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Child health
Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
Elementary and secondary education
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: 
Expresses support for efforts to: (1) exempt sunscreen from over-the-counter medication bans in schools, and (2) encourage health care professionals to educate parents and children about sun-safe behaviors. Encourages schools to allow students to possess sunscreen without restriction and without physician authorization.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to remember and honor the members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, and military families who served in the aftermath of September 11, 2001.

Bill: 114-hres-855
Sponsor: Rep. Gabbard, Tulsi [D-HI-2]
Introduced: 2016-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: 
Recognizes September 11 as a day of remembrance and extends sympathies to persons affected by the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
 
Honors the service and sacrifice of the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the aftermath of such attacks.
 
Honors the sacrifices made by military families and the support they provide to members of the Armed Forces. Expresses sorrow for those members who gave their lives in service to the United States and extends sympathies to their families.
 
Extends gratitude to the armed forces of all nations who have served and fought alongside the U.S. Armed Forces since September 11, 2001.
 
Reaffirms the duty to understand and honor our post-9/11 veterans and faithfully serve the needs of all veterans. 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-10-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committees on Veterans' Affairs, and Foreign Affairs, 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: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the week of September 12, 2016, through September 18, 2016, as "Balance Awareness Week".

Bill: 114-hres-856
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2016-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of Balance Awareness Week and recognizes the importance of raising public awareness about vestibular (inner ear balance) disorders.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the week of September 12 through 16, 2016 as "National Family Service Learning Week".

Bill: 114-hres-857
Sponsor: Rep. Yarmuth, John A. [D-KY-3]
Introduced: 2016-09-12 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Family relationships
Public-private cooperation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: 
Supports the designation of National Family Service Week to raise awareness about the importance of family service learning, family literacy, community service, and two-generational learning experiences.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care.

Bill: 114-hres-858
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2016-09-12 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3590) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the increase in the income threshold used in determining the deduction for medical care.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 169 (Roll no. 501). (text: CR H5352-5353)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 239 - 169 (Roll no. 501).(text: CR H5352-5353)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 237 - 171 (Roll no. 500). (consideration: CR H5357, H5364)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5364-5365)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res. 858, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question on H.Res. 858 and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Polis demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 858.
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5352-5357)
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 141.
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: The resolution provides that the amendment in the nature of a substitute recommended by the Committee on Ways and Means now printed in the bill shall be considered as adopted.
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-741, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 114-741, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Introduced in House