hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 115-hres-410
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Education and the Workforce
House Committee on Homeland Security
House Committee on Natural Resources
House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
House Committee on Small Business
House Committee on the Judiciary
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Elects specified Members to the following House Committees: (1) Education and the Workforce; (2) Homeland Security; (3) the Judiciary; (4) Natural Resources; (5) Oversight and Government Reform; (6) Science, Space, and Technology; and (7) Small Business.

action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Elects specified Members to the following House Committees: (1) Education and the Workforce; (2) Homeland Security; (3) the Judiciary; (4) Natural Resources; (5) Oversight and Government Reform; (6) Science, Space, and Technology; and (7) Small Business.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5192-5193)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H5192-5193)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5192-5193)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Adjusting the amount of the Members' Representational Allowance.

Bill: 115-hres-411
Sponsor: Rep. Harper, Gregg [R-MS-3]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Increases the Members' Representational Allowance for each Member of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates and Resident Commissioner) by $25,000, to be available through January 2, 2018.

action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Increases the Members' Representational Allowance for each Member of the House of Representatives (including the Delegates and Resident Commissioner) by $25,000, to be available through January 2, 2018.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 115-hres-412
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Armed Services
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Elects a specified Member to the House Committee on Armed Services.

action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Elects a specified Member to the House Committee on Armed Services.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5202)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of July as "American Grown Flower Month".

Bill: 115-hres-413
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Horticulture and plants
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Supports the designation of American Grown Flower Month. Recognizes that flowers grown in the United States support farmers, small businesses, jobs, and the economy; are a vital part of the U.S. agricultural industry; and enhance the ability of the people of the United States to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Urges all people of the United States to proactively showcase flowers and greens grown in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-07-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5184)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3003) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to modify provisions relating to assistance by States, and political subdivision of States, in the enforcement of Federal immigration laws, and for other purposes.

Bill: 115-hres-414
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3003) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to modify provisions relating to assistance by States, and political subdivision of States, in the enforcement of Federal immigration laws.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 190 (Roll no. 332). (text: CR H5244)
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 235 - 190 (Roll no. 332).(text: CR H5244)
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 190 (Roll no. 331). (consideration: CR H5261)
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 414.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5244-5262)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 60.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3003 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: 2017-06-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-195, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-195, by Mr. Collins (GA).
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3004) to amend section 276 of the Immigration and Nationality Act relating to reentry of removed aliens, and providing for proceedings during the period from July 3, 2017, through July 10, 2017.

Bill: 115-hres-415
Sponsor: Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3004) to amend section 276 of the Immigration and Nationality Act relating to reentry of removed aliens, and providing for proceedings during the period from July 3, 2017, through July 10, 2017.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 191 (Roll no. 340). (text: CR H5308)
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 236 - 191 (Roll no. 340).(text: CR H5308)
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 190 (Roll no. 339). (consideration: CR H5316)
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 415.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5308-5316)
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 61.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Providing for adjournment for the period of July 3, 2017 through July 10, 2017.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-196, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 115-196, by Mr. Sessions.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, commending a month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and extending best wishes to Muslims in the United States and across the globe for a joyous and meaningful observance of Eid al-Fitr.

Bill: 115-hres-416
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) recognizes the importance of the Islamic faith; (2) offers its best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr, the conclusion of Ramadan; and (3) expresses its deepest respect to Muslims in the United States and worldwide.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of civic education and civic involvement programs in the elementary and secondary schools of the United States.

Bill: 115-hres-417
Sponsor: Rep. Ross, Dennis A. [R-FL-15]
Introduced: 2017-06-27 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Academic performance and assessments
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Elementary and secondary education
National and community service
Public participation and lobbying
Teaching, teachers, curricula
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of civic education and civic involvement programs in schools. Encourages schools to test high school seniors about basic civic knowledge and to promote civic participation, democratic engagement, and social service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-27
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Secretary of the Interior to recognize the cultural significance of Rib Mountain by adding it to the National Register of Historic Places.

Bill: 115-hres-418
Sponsor: Rep. Duffy, Sean P. [R-WI-7]
Introduced: 2017-06-28 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Historic sites and heritage areas
Historical and cultural resources
Wisconsin

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: 
Affirms the importance of Rib Mountain to Wisconsin's culture and economy.
 
Recognizes the legend of Pual Bunyan as the embodiment of the frontier spirit.
 
Requests the Department of the Interior to recognize the legendary burial site of Paul Bunyan by adding Rib Mountain to the National Register of Historic Places. 

action_date: 2018-09-25
text: 
Requests the Department of the Interior to recognize the legendary burial site of Paul Bunyan by adding Rib Mountain to the National Register of Historic Places. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H8861)
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H8861)
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H8861)
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Committee on Natural Resources discharged.
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Committee on Natural Resources discharged.
action_date: 2018-09-25
text: Mr. McClintock asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2018-09-05
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-09-05
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2018-09-05
text: Subcommittee on Federal Lands Discharged.
action_date: 2017-06-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging the celebration of the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month.

Bill: 115-hres-419
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2017-06-28 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Human rights
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) rights are human rights and protected by the U.S. Constitution; (2) LGBTQ Pride Month should be celebrated; and (3) all Americans should be treated equally regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5970-5971)
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of July 9 through July 15, 2017, as "Sarcoma Awareness Week" and July 15, 2017, as "Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day".

Bill: 115-hres-420
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Sander M. [D-MI-9]
Introduced: 2017-06-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: 
 Expresses support for the designation of Sarcoma Awareness Week and Leiomyosarcoma Awareness Day. (Sarcoma is a malignant cancer that arises from certain tissues, such as bone or muscle. Leiomyosarcoma is a type of sarcoma that arises from smooth muscle tissue, most commonly originating in the uterus, stomach, intestine, or blood vessels.)
 
Recognizes the challenges faced by sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma patients and commends the dedication of organizations, volunteers, researchers, and caregivers working to improve the quality of life of sarcoma and leiomyosarcoma patients and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Administration to develop more effective and timely responses to famine in Africa, especially efforts to end the conflicts in South Sudan, Nigeria, and other countries that cause or exacerbate famine.

Bill: 115-hres-421
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Introduced: 2017-06-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Agricultural marketing and promotion
Atmospheric science and weather
Conflicts and wars
Food assistance and relief
Foreign aid and international relief
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Religion
Sanctions
Water use and supply
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: 
Calls for the U.S. government to:
 
 
 use all available leverage to achieve lasting, comprehensive cease-fires in cases of conflict in Africa; 
 
 work with governments to facilitate disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration of combatants; 
 
 use the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act to sanction individuals or entities responsible for initiating or prolonging conflict, endangering humanitarian aid workers, or preventing delivery of humanitarian aid; 
 
apply all available weather and crop information to more accurately predict incipient drought and to determine the likelihood of famine in conflict areas; 
 
 collaborate with other donor nations to accelerate the provision of food, clean water, medicine, and shelter to those in need; 
 
 expand the prepositioning of aid commodities in safe zones close to the famine region; 
 
 provide assistance to farmers, herders, and fishermen; and 
 
 use cash transfers to more quickly provide food aid where local markets exist and to support the functioning of local markets.
 
 
Urges governments in affected African countries to:
 
 
 establish effective cease-fires and use force thereafter only when government forces or facilities or civilians are under attack; 
 
identify and take actions against individuals and entities that actively threaten peace and safety; 
 
 work with civil society to help end conflict at the grassroots level and effect reconciliation;
 
take specifed actions to promote the delivery of food, clean water, medicine, and shelter; 
 
 protect humanitarian aid workers; and 
 
safeguard agricultural areas and farm personnel.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-07-19
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1015-1016)
action_date: 2017-07-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-28
text: Introduced in House
Condemning in the strongest terms the unprovoked and racially motivated murder of Lt. Richard W. Collins III in College Park, Maryland, on May 20, 2017, expressing concern for the rising tide of racist and hate-based activities being committed on our college campuses, and reaffirming our support for inclusion, diversity, and safety in our higher education institutions in the wake of these attacks.

Bill: 115-hres-423
Sponsor: Rep. Brown, Anthony G. [D-MD-4]
Introduced: 2017-06-29 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Crime victims
Hate crimes
Higher education
Maryland
Political movements and philosophies
Racial and ethnic relations
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: 
Condemns the recent attack on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland, that resulted in the death of Lt. Richard Collins III and other hate-motivated incidents.
 
Acknowledges the efforts undertaken by university officials in responding to racism, extremism, and hate and creating safer campuses.
 
Recognizes the persistent and growing threat posed by hate speech, efforts by extremist organizations to specifically target young people, and the normalization of these practices.
 
Expresses that the House of Representatives remains committed to offering solutions that promote open, tolerant, and safe learning environments that fully respect diversity on college campuses.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (in this resolution referred to as "NATCA") on the celebration of its 30th anniversary and recognizing its members' vital contributions to the United States and our National Airspace System.

Bill: 115-hres-424
Sponsor: Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]
Introduced: 2017-06-29 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Labor-management relations
Transportation employees
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: 
Congratulates and honors the National Air Traffic Controllers Association on the celebration of its 30th anniversary.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the protection of the name Harlem.

Bill: 115-hres-425
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Introduced: 2017-06-29 in the House
Policy area: Housing and Community Development
Subjects: Community life and organization
Geography and mapping
Historic sites and heritage areas
New York City
Real estate business

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: 
Supports: (1) the protection of the name Harlem, (2) imposing limitations on the ability to change the name of a neighborhood based on economic gain, and (3) the inclusion of community input and consideration of community residents in any decision to change the name of the Harlem neighborhood in New York City.
 
Declares that a single entity should not have jurisdiction to change the name of a neighborhood and encourages a formal and public vote as a requirement for any such change.
 
Expresses hope that GPS manufacturers will recognize Harlem as an official destination for travelers.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

Bill: 115-hres-426
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2017-06-29 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Foreign labor
Immigration status and procedures
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: 
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Defense should review exceptions to citizenship, residency, and disqualification standards for enlistment in the Armed Forces to make a determination regarding the enlistment of aliens who possess an employment authorization document issued under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program established by the Department of Homeland Security on June 15, 2012.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-07-17
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2017-06-29
text: Introduced in House