hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1119) to establish the bases by which the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall issue, implement, and enforce certain emission limitations and allocations for existing electric utility steam generating units that convert coal refuse into energy, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1917) to allow for judicial review of any final rule addressing national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for brick and structural clay products or for clay ceramics manufacturing before requiring compliance with such rule.

Bill: 115-hres-762
Sponsor: Rep. Cheney, Liz [R-WY-At Large]
Introduced: 2018-03-05 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1119) to establish the bases by which the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall issue, implement, and enforce certain emission limitations and allocations for existing electric utility steam generating units that convert coal refuse into energy, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1917) to allow for judicial review of any final rule addressing national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for brick and structural clay products or for clay ceramics manufacturing before requiring compliance with such rule.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 185 (Roll no. 97). (text: CR H1451-1452)
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 227 - 185 (Roll no. 97).(text: CR H1451-1452)
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 183 (Roll no. 96). (consideration: CR H1457-1458)
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 762.
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1451-1458)
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 130.
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 1119 and H.R. 1917 under closed rules. Each measure shall be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce. The rule provides for one motion to recommit with or without instructions on each measure.
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-586, by Ms. Cheney.
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-586, by Ms. Cheney.
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Introduced in House
Calling upon the leadership of the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to dismantle its labor camp system, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-763
Sponsor: Rep. Conaway, K. Michael [R-TX-11]
Introduced: 2018-03-05 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Labor standards
North Korea
Protest and dissent
Religion
Sanctions
Trade restrictions
United Nations
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: 
Calls for the international community to demand that North Korea dismantle its labor camp system and for North Korea to cease human rights abuses and release political prisoners.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-05
text: Introduced in House
Electing Members to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 115-hres-764
Sponsor: Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-14]
Introduced: 2018-03-06 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: 
Elects specified Members to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

action_date: 2018-03-06
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Elects specified Members to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H1421)
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H1421)
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1421)
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 15, 2018, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" to raise awareness about the barrage of fraud attempts that seniors face, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent these scams from happening, and to improve protections from these scams for seniors.

Bill: 115-hres-765
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2018-03-06 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Aging
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Consumer affairs
Crime prevention
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Postal service
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: 
Supports the designation of National Senior Fraud Awareness Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Digital Commerce and Consumer Protection.
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-06
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the contributions of American Viticultural Areas and winegrowing regions.

Bill: 115-hres-766
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Introduced: 2018-03-07 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Agricultural trade
Alcoholic beverages
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Fruit and vegetables

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the contributions of American wines and distinctive American wine-growing regions; and (2) the value of promoting wines from the regions, including those protected by American Viticultural Area designations or other appellations of origin. Supports efforts to promote awareness of and appreciation for the regions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E274)
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Introduced in House
Directing the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to enter into contracts with nationally- or regionally-known franchises for the provision of food services in the cafeteria of the Longworth House Office Building in a food court setting.

Bill: 115-hres-767
Sponsor: Rep. Farenthold, Blake [R-TX-27]
Introduced: 2018-03-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Food industry and services
Government buildings, facilities, and property
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: 
Directs the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives (CAO) to ensure that all food services provided in the cafeteria of the Longworth House Office Building are provided under contracts entered into by the CAO with nationally- or regionally-known food service franchises under which a variety of cuisines are provided to customers in a food court setting.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-768
Sponsor: Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]
Introduced: 2018-03-08 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Congressional tributes
Latin America
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: 
Celebrates the successes and contributions of Latinas in the United States and recognizes the changes still to be made to ensure Latinas can realize their full potential as equal members of society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E283)
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of March 9, 2018, as a national day of remembrance in honor of the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.

Bill: 115-hres-769
Sponsor: Rep. Heck, Denny [D-WA-10]
Introduced: 2018-03-09 in the House
Policy area: Native Americans
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Fishes
Indian lands and resources rights
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Washington State

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: 
Expresses supports for a national day of remembrance in honor of the life, legacy, and accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Indian, Insular and Alaska Native Affairs.
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of Social Work Month during March 2018 and World Social Work Day on March 20, 2018.

Bill: 115-hres-770
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2018-03-09 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Social Work Month and World Social Work Day.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-09
text: Introduced in House
Honoring and recognizing the 40th anniversary of Cheyney University's historic, momentous, and epic 1978 NCAA Division II Basketball Championship win.

Bill: 115-hres-771
Sponsor: Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-2]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Pennsylvania
School athletics

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 
Recognizes Cheyney University in Pennsylvania on the 40th anniversary of their 1978 NCAA Division II Basketball Championship win.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Condemning Louis Farrakhan for promoting ideas that create animosity and anger toward Jewish Americans and the Jewish religion.

Bill: 115-hres-772
Sponsor: Rep. Rokita, Todd [R-IN-4]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Racial and ethnic relations
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 
Condemns Louis Farrakhan for promoting ideas that create animosity and anger toward Jewish Americans and the Jewish religion, and all manifestations of expressions of racism, anti-Semitism, and ethnic or religious intolerance.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-774
Sponsor: Rep. Denham, Jeff [R-CA-10]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4760) to amend the immigration laws and the homeland security laws.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-05-09
text: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Curbelo (FL). Petition No: 115-10. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/115/lrc/pd/petitions/DisPet0010.xml">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
National Women Veterans Recognition Week Resolution

Bill: 115-hres-775
Sponsor: Rep. Lawson, Al, Jr. [D-FL-5]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 

National Women Veterans Recognition Week Resolution

 
Supports the designation of National Women Veterans Recognition Week. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the first Saturday in October as "National Animal Rescue Day" to create awareness of the importance of adoption, educate on the importance of spaying and neutering animals, and the encouragement of animal adoptions throughout the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-776
Sponsor: Rep. Norcross, Donald [D-NJ-1]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of a National Animal Rescue Day to create awareness for animal rescue programs throughout the year and address the challenge of overpopulation through continued spaying and neutering.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Strongly reaffirming support for the Good Friday Agreement, urging the British and Irish Governments to vigorously implement certain aspects of the Agreement, and urging the Secretary of State to appoint a Special Envoy for Northern Ireland and to continue to promote full implementation of the Agreement.

Bill: 115-hres-777
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
International law and treaties
Ireland
Northern Ireland
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 
Reaffirms support for the Good Friday Agreement, signed on April 10, 1998, as a blueprint for sustainable peace in Northern Ireland. Urges the Department of State to appoint a Special Envoy for Northern Ireland and to promote full implementation of that agreement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-06-04
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.
action_date: 2018-06-04
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2018-04-05
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E394-395)
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Erin Hamlin of Remsen, New York, for proudly representing the United States in four consecutive Winter Olympic Games.

Bill: 115-hres-778
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2018-03-13 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
New York City
Olympic games
South Korea

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: 
Congratulates Erin Hamlin and her hometown of Remsen, New York, on her performance at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 12 through 16, 2018, as "Public Education Week".

Bill: 115-hres-779
Sponsor: Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: 
Supports the designation of Public Education Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4061) to amend the Financial Stability Act of 2010 to improve the transparency of the Financial Stability Oversight Council, to improve the SIFI designation process, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4293) to reform the Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review process, the Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test process, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-780
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4061) to amend the Financial Stability Act of 2010 to improve the transparency of the Financial Stability Oversight Council, to improve the SIFI designation process, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4293) to reform the Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review process, the Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test process.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 177 (Roll no. 114). (text: CR H1618)
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 177 (Roll no. 114).(text: CR H1618)
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 182 (Roll no. 113). (consideration: CR H1644)
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1643-1645)
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.Res. 780, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Hastings demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on ordering the previous question until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: DEBATE - The House resumed with debate on H. Res. 780.
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 780.
action_date: 2018-03-15
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1618-1624)
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 132.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: The resolution provides for one hour of debate on each measure. The rule provides for H.R. 4061 and H.R. 4293 to be considered under closed rules.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-600, by Mr. Buck.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-600, by Mr. Buck.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 106th birthday and the importance of leadership development for girls.

Bill: 115-hres-781
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Community life and organization
Congressional tributes

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: 
Recognizes the 106th birthday of Girl Scouts of the United States of America.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2018, as "National Pi Day".

Bill: 115-hres-782
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Science and engineering education

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: 
 
Expresses support for the designation of Pi Day. 
 Encourages mathematics and science activities and programs in schools.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-05-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Research and Technology.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of September as "National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month".

Bill: 115-hres-783
Sponsor: Rep. Lynch, Stephen F. [D-MA-8]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month; and (2) research to prevent, detect, and treat brain aneurysms.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Chris Mazdzer of Saranac Lake, New York, for proudly representing the United States in three consecutive Olympic Winter Games.

Bill: 115-hres-784
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Introduced: 2018-03-14 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congress
New York State
Olympic games
South Korea

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: 
Congratulates Chris Mazdzer and his hometown of Saranac Lake, New York, on his performance at the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea.
 
Recognizes Mazdzer for skillfully representing the United States at three consecutive Olympic Winter Games.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2018-03-14
text: Introduced in House