hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
Calling on the People's Republic of China (PRC) to cease its retaliatory measures against the Republic of Korea in response to the deployment of the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) to U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-223
Sponsor: Rep. Yoho, Ted S. [R-FL-3]
Introduced: 2017-03-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
Asia
China
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Military operations and strategy
North Korea
Nuclear weapons
South Korea
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: 
Condemns North Korea's recent ballistic missile tests and its announcement of being in the final stages of a potential intercontinental ballistic missile test. Urges the U.S. government to take all necessary measures to protect its citizens and allies in the region and closely cooperate with the international community to eliminate North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
 
Supports the prompt deployment of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system to counter the North Korean threat and welcomes the arrival of its first elements into U.S. Forces Korea in South Korea. Commends the South Korean government for its commitment to and cooperation in the effective deployment of THAAD.
 
Condemns China's retaliatory measures against South Korea in response to such deployment. 
 
Urges the Chinese government to: (1) immediately cease its diplomatic intimidation and economic coercion against South Korea, and (2) pressure North Korea to give up its nuclear and ballistic missile programs instead of undermining South Korea's sovereign right to defend itself.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-05-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
action_date: 2017-04-05
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 150th Anniversary of Howard University and its contributions to the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-224
Sponsor: Rep. Cummings, Elijah E. [D-MD-7]
Introduced: 2017-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
District of Columbia
Higher education
Minority education

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: 
Celebrates and honors Howard University for its rich legacy and contributions to local, national, and global communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Trumpcare, also known as the American Health Care Act of 2017.

Bill: 115-hres-225
Sponsor: Rep. Kildee, Daniel T. [D-MI-5]
Introduced: 2017-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Health care quality

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: 
 Expresses support for efforts to ensure access to quality and affordable health care for all Americans and rejects any effort to take away health care from Americans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace.

Bill: 115-hres-226
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2017-03-23 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: 2017-03-23
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.
 
 Calls on President Trump to continue his predecessor's work towards a negotiated, two-state agreement ending the conflict backed by a strong international coalition of stakeholders to provide assurance to the negotiating parties that their agreement will be enduring and enforceable.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-05-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to permit Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to the Congress to cast votes in the Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union.

Bill: 115-hres-227
Sponsor: Del. Plaskett, Stacey E. [D-VI-At Large]
Introduced: 2017-03-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: District of Columbia
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure
Political representation
U.S. territories and protectorates

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: 
Amends Rule III (The Members, Delegates, and Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide the Delegates and the Resident Commissioner, in a Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union, the same powers and privileges as Members of the House.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.

Bill: 115-hres-228
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2017-03-24 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1628) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2017.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 194 (Roll no. 192). (text: CR H2375)
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 194 (Roll no. 192).(text: CR H2375)
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 236 - 186 (Roll no. 191). (consideration: CR H2390-2391)
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 228.
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2374-2392)
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 26.
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-58, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-58, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-03-24
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1430) to prohibit the Environmental Protection Agency from proposing, finalizing, or disseminating regulations or assessments based upon science that is not transparent or reproducible.

Bill: 115-hres-229
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2017-03-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1430) 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: 2017-03-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 185 (Roll no. 198). (text: CR H2471)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 185 (Roll no. 198).(text: CR H2471)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 189 (Roll no. 197). (consideration: CR H2486-2487)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2486-2487)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At conclusion of debate on H.Res. 229, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question on H.Res. 229 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: 2017-03-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 229.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2471-2478)
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 27.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1430 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. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-60, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-60, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 34) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Protecting the Privacy of Customers of Broadband and Other Telecommunications Services".

Bill: 115-hres-230
Sponsor: Rep. Burgess, Michael C. [R-TX-26]
Introduced: 2017-03-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (S.J. Res. 34) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission relating to "Protecting the Privacy of Customers of Broadband and Other Telecommunications Services".

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 189 (Roll no. 200). (text: CR H2478)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 231 - 189 (Roll no. 200).(text: CR H2478)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 184 (Roll no. 199). (consideration: CR H2487-2488)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2487-2488)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At conclusion of debate on H.Res. 230, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question on H.Res. 230 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: 2017-03-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 230.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2478-2486)
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 28.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Rule provides for consideration of S.J. Res. 34 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. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-61, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-61, by Mr. Burgess.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the importance of the 15th Anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by Arab countries to the commitment of peace in the Middle East.

Bill: 115-hres-231
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2017-03-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Israel
Jordan
Middle East
Palestinians

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: 
Recognizes the importance of the 15th anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by regional Arab countries to support peace in the Middle East and to bring an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Commends regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries that have taken steps to end the conflict.
 
Congratulates Jordan on its presidency of the Arab League on March 9, 2017.
 
Supports the efforts of regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to strengthen regional security cooperation and stability through discussions with Israel.
 
Urges Israel, the Palestinian Authority, and regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries to engage in negotiations to advance the peace process and support the normalization of relations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-05-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E392)
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-27
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 April 18, 2017, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Bill: 115-hres-232
Sponsor: Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7]
Introduced: 2017-03-27 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: 2017-03-27
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: 2017-03-31
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1431) 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.

Bill: 115-hres-233
Sponsor: Rep. Newhouse, Dan [R-WA-4]
Introduced: 2017-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1431) to amend the Environmental Research, Development, and Demonstration Authorization Act of 1978 to provide for Scientific Advisory Board member qualifications, public participation.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 232 - 188 (Roll no. 204). (text: CR H2529)
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 232 - 188 (Roll no. 204).(text: CR H2529)
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 191 (Roll no. 203). (consideration: CR H2534-2535)
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 233.
action_date: 2017-03-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2529-2536)
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 29.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1431 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: 2017-03-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-64, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-64, by Mr. Newhouse.
action_date: 2017-03-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of effective education in civics and government in elementary and secondary schools throughout the Nation.

Bill: 115-hres-234
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2017-03-30 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Constitution and constitutional amendments
Elementary and secondary education
Public participation and lobbying
Teaching, teachers, curricula
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: 
Encourages elementary and secondary schools to: (1) promote competent and responsible civic participation in the American political system; and (2) promote current event discussions, participate in simulations of the democratic process, and incorporate education in civics and government into the core curricula of math, science, and language arts.
 
Encourages states and local governments to develop, implement, and strengthen programs and curricula to teach civics, government, and American history at the elementary and secondary school levels.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of the United States-Japan partnership and supporting the pursuit of closer trade ties between the United States and Japan.

Bill: 115-hres-236
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adrian [R-NE-3]
Introduced: 2017-03-30 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Asia
Congressional oversight
Free trade and trade barriers
Japan
Tariffs
Trade agreements and negotiations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: 
Calls upon the President to: (1) consult with the House of Representatives and the Senate to consider opportunities to promote further economic and commercial activity and cooperation between the United States and Japan; (2) invite Japan to begin discussions toward establishing the basis for closer trade ties with the United States; and (3) determine whether negotiation of a trade agreement with Japan would be likely to achieve the negotiating objectives established by the Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act of 2015 and, if so, to commence such negotiations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-31
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez.

Bill: 115-hres-237
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2017-03-30 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Labor-management relations
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor

Summary:
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: 
Recognizes the accomplishments and example of Cesar Estrada Chavez, pledges to promote his legacy, and encourages the people of the United States to commemorate his legacy and to always remember his rallying cry, "Si, se puede!" ("Si, se puede!" is Spanish for "Yes, we can!")


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-03-30
text: Introduced in House