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Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1695) to amend title 17, United States Code, to provide additional responsibilities for the Register of Copyrights, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-275
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2017-04-25 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1695) to amend title 17, United States Code, to provide additional responsibilities for the Register of Copyrights.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 186 (Roll no. 225). (text: CR H2860)
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 237 - 186 (Roll no. 225).(text: CR H2860)
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 234 - 191 (Roll no. 224). (consideration: CR H2867)
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 275.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2860-2868)
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 41.
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: The resolution makes in order an amendment in the nature of a substitute consisting of the text of Rules Committee Print 115-13.
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-95, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-95, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House that more should be done to instill Holocaust education in school curricula around the country.

Bill: 115-hres-276
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-13]
Introduced: 2017-04-25 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Elementary and secondary education
Europe
Germany
Teaching, teachers, curricula
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: 
Commends Holocaust education activists on their efforts to include Holocaust education in states' public school curricula.
 
Urges more states to enact legislation mandating Holocaust education in their schools.
 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that more should be done to instill in the nation's future the promise that we will never forget the horrors of the Holocaust and must always work to prevent such atrocities from occurring in the future.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of April 2017 as National Stress Awareness Month.

Bill: 115-hres-277
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2017-04-25 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of National Stress Awareness Month.
 
Recognizes the efforts made by the Department of Health and Human Services to educate people about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of stress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
MOBILE Resolution

Bill: 115-hres-278
Sponsor: Rep. Swalwell, Eric [D-CA-15]
Introduced: 2017-04-25 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Legislative rules and procedure
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: 

Members Operating to Be Innovative and Link Everyone Resolution or the MOBILE Resolution

 
Amends Rule XI (Procedures of Committees and Unfinished Business) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require each committee to permit any member absent from the site of a hearing, and any other absent individual invited to participate in the hearing, to use video conferencing and related technologies in order to participate in it to the same extent as members of the committee and other individuals present at the site of the meeting.
 
Requires a committee to adopt a rule to count any member who participates remotely in a hearing as one of the number of members constituting a quorum at the hearing.
 
Amends Rule XV (Business in Order on Special Days) to require the Clerk, Chief Administrative Officer, and Sergeant at Arms to work together to develop and implement a secure remote voting system under which any member absent from the floor shall be permitted to cast a vote remotely on a motion to suspend the rules if the vote is taken by electronic device.
 
Requires the member to be treated as present for purposes of determining the existence of a quorum for considering the motion.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-25
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Israeli-American heritage and the contributions of the Israeli-American community to the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-279
Sponsor: Rep. Zeldin, Lee M. [R-NY-1]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Citizenship and naturalization
Congressional tributes
Israel
Middle East
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: 
Affirms that the Israeli-American community has contributed immensely to American society and culture. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1694) to require additional entities to be subject to the requirements of section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Freedom of Information Act), and for other purposes; providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Bill: 115-hres-280
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1694) to require additional entities to be subject to the requirements of section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly referred to as the Freedom of Information Act), and for other purposes; providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 226 - 192 (Roll no. 230). (text: CR H2910)
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 226 - 192 (Roll no. 230).(text: CR H2910)
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 193 (Roll no. 229). (consideration: CR H2918)
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 280.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2910-2919)
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 42.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: It shall be in order at any time through the legislative day of April 29, 2017, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-96, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-96, by Mr. Woodall.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of April 2017 as "Second Chance Month".

Bill: 115-hres-281
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Criminal justice information and records
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: 
Honors the work of communities, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, congregations, employers, and individuals to remove unnecessary legal and societal barriers that prevent an individual with a criminal record from becoming a productive member of society. 
 
Calls on the people of the United States to observe Second Chance Month through actions and programs that promote awareness of collateral consequences and provide closure for individuals who have paid their debts.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Supporting State, local, and community initiatives to encourage parents, teachers, camp counselors, and childcare 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: 115-hres-282
Sponsor: Rep. Dent, Charles W. [R-PA-15]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 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: 2017-04-26
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: 2018-06-05
text: ASSUMING FIRST SPONSORSHIP - Mr. Joyce asked unanimous consent that he may hereafter be considered as the primary sponsor of H.Res 282, a bill originally introduced by Representative Dent, for the purpose of adding cosponsors and requesting reprintings under clause 7 of rule XII.
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2017-04-26
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: 2017-04-26
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: 2017-04-26
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: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that congressional redistricting should be reformed to remove political gerrymandering.

Bill: 115-hres-283
Sponsor: Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional districts and representation
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that congressional redistricting should be reformed to remove political gerrymandering.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2908)
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-284
Sponsor: Rep. McEachin, A. Donald [D-VA-4]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Air quality
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Commemorative events and holidays
Environmental education
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Members of Congress
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: 
Urges: (1) the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Earth Day, consistent with the practice of the previous administration; and (2) governments and people around the world to continue building upon the Paris Agreement and other efforts to ensure that future generations inherit a livable, sustainable, and ecologically rich planet.
 
Encourages the American people to mark Earth Day by working to address environmental challenges, educate others about the need for year-round action, and honor the stewardship ethic for which Senator Gaylord Nelson stood.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the United States House of Representatives that Congress and the President should empower the creation of police and community alliances designed to enhance and improve communication and collaboration between members of the law enforcement community and the public they serve.

Bill: 115-hres-285
Sponsor: Rep. Taylor, Scott [R-VA-2]
Introduced: 2017-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Community life and organization
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress and the President should create police and community alliances to enhance and improve communication and collaboration between the law enforcement community and the public. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 2 (Roll no. 183). (text: CR H3942-3943)
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 377 - 2 (Roll no. 183).(text: CR H3942-3943)
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3956-3957)
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 285.
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3942-3945)
action_date: 2018-05-15
text: Mr. Goodlatte moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2017-05-02
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations or provide any other special consideration to elected or appointed Federal officials or any other Federal employee.

Bill: 115-hres-287
Sponsor: Rep. Young, David [R-IA-3]
Introduced: 2017-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Civil actions and liability
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Federal officials
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Judges
Members of Congress
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Supreme Court

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations, excuse from its criminal or civil penalties, or provide any other special consideration to Members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, the President, the Vice President, executive branch appointees, or any federal employee.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-05-02
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and the Judiciary, 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: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and the Judiciary, 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: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and the Judiciary, 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: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, and the Judiciary, 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: 2017-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of April 30, 2017, through May 6, 2017, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-288
Sponsor: Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1]
Introduced: 2017-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Consumer affairs
Economic performance and conditions
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: 
Celebrates the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every U.S. community. 
 
Supports the designation of National Small Business Week.
 
Recognizes the importance of creating policies which promote an environment in which small businesses may succeed.
 
Supports efforts to: (1) encourage consumers to utilize small businesses, and (2) increase awareness of the value of small businesses and their impact on the U.S. economy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 99) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-289
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2017-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 99) making further continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 178 (Roll no. 235). (text: CR H2947)
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 178 (Roll no. 235).(text: CR H2947)
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: The previous question was ordered without objection.
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 289.
action_date: 2017-04-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2947-2955)
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 43.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.J. Res. 99 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: 2017-04-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-97, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-97, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-04-27
text: Introduced in House