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CEASE Resolution

Bill: 115-hres-604
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Introduced: 2017-11-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Congressional officers and employees
Congressional operations and organization
Crime prevention
Employment and training programs
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Evidence and witnesses
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Sex offenses
Women's employment
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-02
text: 

Congressional Education About Sexual harassment Eradication Resolution or the CEASE Resolution

 
Amends Rule XXIII (Code of Official Conduct) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require each Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, and employee of the House of Representatives to: (1) complete the Office of Compliance's program of sexual harassment prevention and response training in employment annually; and (2) certify to the House Committee on Ethics by January 31 of each year that the individual has completed the program in the previous year.
 
Requires each current Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, and employee to meet such training and certification requirement not later than the earlier of 120 days after the adoption of this resolution or December 31, 2018. Requires each new Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, and employee to certify completion of such program within 60 days after beginning service.
 
Considers failure to meet such requirement a violation of Rule XXIII.
 
Expresses the sense of the House that the Office of Compliance should:
 
 
 update, as specified, its program of sexual harassment prevention and response training in employment; and
 
consult with the Workplaces Respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence: A National Resource Center in updating and implementing such program.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2017-11-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2017-11-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-02
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Houston Astros on winning the 2017 Major League Baseball World Series.

Bill: 115-hres-605
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Gene [D-TX-29]
Introduced: 2017-11-03 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Professional sports
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: 
Congratulates the Houston Astros on on winning the 2017 Major League Baseball World Series Championship.
 
Recognizes the Astros for their distinguished history, contributions to the baseball world, and their drive to help the Houston community heal after Hurricane Harvey.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Robert Mueller should resign from his special counsel position.

Bill: 115-hres-606
Sponsor: Rep. Gaetz, Matt [R-FL-1]
Introduced: 2017-11-03 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Robert Mueller is compromised and should resign from his special counsel position. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8584-8585)
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-03
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3043) to modernize hydropower policy, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3441) to clarify the treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.

Bill: 115-hres-607
Sponsor: Rep. Byrne, Bradley [R-AL-1]
Introduced: 2017-11-06 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3043) to modernize hydropower policy, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3441) to clarify the treatment of two or more employers as joint employers under the National Labor Relations Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 182 (Roll no. 611). (text: CR H8535)
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 233 - 182 (Roll no. 611).(text: CR H8535)
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 182 (Roll no. 610). (consideration: CR H8543)
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 607.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8535-8544)
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 98.
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: The resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 3043. The resolution makes in order only those further amendments printed in the report and one motion to recommit with or without instructions. Also, the resolution provides for one hour of debate on H.R. 3441 with one motion to recommit with or without instructions.
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-391, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-391, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2017-11-06
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine-Genocide of 1932-1933 (Holodomor) should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine.

Bill: 115-hres-608
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Sander M. [D-MI-9]
Introduced: 2017-11-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Human rights
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Ukraine
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: 
Recognizes the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) of 1932-1933 and extends sympathies to the victims, survivors, and families of that tragedy. Encourages dissemination of information regarding the famine.
 
Condemns the systematic violations of human rights of the Ukrainian people by the Soviet government. 
 
Supports the continuing efforts of the people of Ukraine to work toward ensuring democratic principles, a free-market economy, and full respect for human rights.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2201) to amend the Securities Act of 1933 to exempt certain micro-offerings from the registration requirements of such Act, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-609
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Introduced: 2017-11-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2201) to amend the Securities Act of 1933 to exempt certain micro-offerings from the registration requirements of such Act.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 190 (Roll no. 617). (text: CR H8609)
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 190 (Roll no. 617).(text: CR H8609)
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 190 (Roll no. 616). (consideration: CR H8612-8613)
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 609.
action_date: 2017-11-08
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H8609-8614)
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 100.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2201 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions except motion to recommit with or without instructions.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-401, by Mr. Buck.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-401, by Mr. Buck.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of November 9, 2017, as "National Diabetes Heart Health Awareness Day", coinciding with American Diabetes Month.

Bill: 115-hres-610
Sponsor: Rep. Allen, Rick W. [R-GA-12]
Introduced: 2017-11-07 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of as National Diabetes Heart Health Awareness Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the denial of full voting rights in Congress for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents.

Bill: 115-hres-611
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2017-11-07 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional districts and representation
District of Columbia
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: 
Recognizes the service of all Washington, DC, veterans.
 
Condemns the denial of voting rights in Congress and full home rule for veterans and their families who are Washington, DC, residents.
 
Calls for statehood for Washington, DC.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2017-11-07
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and reaffirming the critical relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea since the establishment of the Republic of Korea in 1948.

Bill: 115-hres-612
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2017-11-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Asia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Free trade and trade barriers
Military operations and strategy
Military readiness
North Korea
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
South Korea
Trade agreements and negotiations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: 
Reaffirms: (1) the importance of the U.S.-Republic of Korea (South Korea) alliance as a linchpin for security, stability, and prosperity on the Korean Peninsula, in the Asia-Pacific region, and beyond; (2) U.S. support for South Korean forces and continued combined exercises through the region; and (3) that the U.S. military presence in South Korea should not be included or discussed in any potential negotiation with North Korea.
 
Reinforces longstanding U.S. commitments to defend South Korea, to include providing a full spectrum of extended deterrence.
 
Urges the governments of the United States and South Korea to take the opportunity of President Trump's upcoming state visit to South Korea to send a message to North Korea that: (1) destabilizing provocations will be met with a resolute response by the U.S.-South Korea combined forces; and (2) if North Korea instead takes a step in the right direction, the United States, South Korea, and the international community are ready to present a brighter future.
 
Recognizes that the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement is mutually beneficial and has been contributing to the alliance. Encourages the United States and South Korea to: (1) work together to resolve any outstanding issues through the bilateral consultative process, and (2) continue broadening and deepening the alliance by enhancing cooperation and building new partnerships.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goal of ensuring that members of the Armed Forces have opportunities to receive career technical education training and credentialing opportunities during their term of service to ensure they can transition directly into in-demand civilian careers.

Bill: 115-hres-613
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, John R. [R-TX-31]
Introduced: 2017-11-09 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Employment and training programs
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Vocational and technical education

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: 
Supports providing members of the Armed Forces the opportunity to receive vocational trade training and credentialing opportunities for no cost.
 
Recognizes that: (1) such training promotes members' success in their post military career and life and will likely lead to a reduction in unemployment costs borne by the Department of Defense, and (2) veterans and employers benefit directly from ensuring that newly transitioned veterans are trained for growing career fields.
 
Celebrates the contribution well-trained veterans provide to the American workforce and economy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the 99th anniversary of Polish independence.

Bill: 115-hres-614
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Introduced: 2017-11-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Poland
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: 
Celebrates the 99th anniversary of Polish independence as an opportunity to remember the historic events and courageous individuals that brought about reconstitution of Poland's sovereignty.
 
Honors the resolve and sacrifice of the people of Poland.
 
Reaffirms the close bonds between Poland and the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-09
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2874) to achieve reforms to improve the financial stability of the National Flood Insurance Program, to enhance the development of more accurate estimates of flood risk through new technology and better maps, to increase the role of private markets in the management of flood insurance risks, and to provide for alternative methods to insure against flood peril, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 2810) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2018 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-616
Sponsor: Rep. Byrne, Bradley [R-AL-1]
Introduced: 2017-11-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2874) to achieve reforms to improve the financial stability of the National Flood Insurance Program, to enhance the development of more accurate estimates of flood risk through new technology and better maps, to increase the role of private markets in the management of flood insurance risks, and to provide for alternative methods to insure against flood peril, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 2810) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2018 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 627). (text: CR H9191)
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 233 - 187 (Roll no. 627).(text: CR H9191)
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 189 (Roll no. 626).
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 616.
action_date: 2017-11-14
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9191-9199)
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 101.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: The resolution provides for one hour of general debate and closed rule for H.R. 2874. Also, the resolution provides for consideration of the conference report to accompany H.R. 2810.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-408, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-408, by Mr. Byrne.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the third Thursday of November as "World Wide Pressure Injury Prevention Day".

Bill: 115-hres-617
Sponsor: Rep. Emmer, Tom [R-MN-6]
Introduced: 2017-11-13 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of World Wide Pressure Injury Prevention Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the third Wednesday of November as "Utility Scam Awareness Day".

Bill: 115-hres-618
Sponsor: Rep. Wenstrup, Brad R. [R-OH-2]
Introduced: 2017-11-13 in the House
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Business ethics
Commemorative events and holidays
Consumer affairs
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Public utilities and utility rates

Summary:
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of Utility Scam Awareness Day.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to observe Utility Scam Awareness Day.
 
Encourages utilities to use this day to raise awareness and knowledge among themselves and the general public regarding the threat posed by scams against utility customers, and the techniques and tools used to identify and avoid them.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-11-17
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-11-13
text: Introduced in House