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Recognizing the month of June as "Immigrant Heritage Month", a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions immigrants and their children have made in making the United States a healthier, safer, more diverse, prosperous country, and acknowledging their importance to the future successes of America.

Bill: 116-hres-1035
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Introduced: 2020-06-30 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Immigration status and procedures
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2020-06-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes Immigrant Heritage Month in honor of the contributions immigrants and their children have made to the United States throughout its history. 
 
The resolution also welcomes immigrants currently in the United States and those seeking to immigrate to the United States to contribute to the health, safety, diversity, and prosperity of the United States by finding their place in our vibrant, multiethnic, and integrated society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-06-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-06-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-06-30
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the Fourth of July, America's birthday, and bringing celebration and fireworks to our Nation's "Shrine of Democracy" at Mount Rushmore.

Bill: 116-hres-1036
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Dusty [R-SD-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-07-01 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution recognizes the historic importance of patriotic displays in the United States in annual Independence Day celebrations, and it urges cities, towns, counties, and other municipalities to reconsider postponing or canceling their Fourth of July celebrations so that Americans can celebrate in a responsible and appropriate manner.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives and ranking a certain Member on a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-1037
Sponsor: Rep. Cheney, Liz [R-WY-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-07-01 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Oversight and Reform
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
House Committee on the Judiciary
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) the Judiciary; (2) Oversight and Reform; (3) Science, Space, and Technology; and (4) Transportation and Infrastructure.
 
In addition, the resolution ranks a specified Member on the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) the Judiciary; (2) Oversight and Reform; (3) Science, Space, and Technology; and (4) Transportation and Infrastructure.
 
In addition, the resolution ranks a specified Member on the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H3039)
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H3039)
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3039)
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the forthcoming centennial of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Bill: 116-hres-1038
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2020-07-01 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Civil disturbances
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Crimes against property
Elementary and secondary education
Fires
Government liability
Higher education
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Oklahoma
Racial and ethnic relations
State and local government operations
U.S. history
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution recognizes the forthcoming centennial of the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921.
 
The resolution, among other things
 
 
 acknowledges the historical significance of this event as one of the largest single instances of state-sanctioned violence against black people in American history; 
 
 honors the lives and legacies of the estimated 300 black individuals who were killed during the massacre and the nearly 9,000 who were left homeless and penniless; 
 
 condemns efforts to cover up the truth and shield the white community, especially government officials, from accountability; 
 
 condemns the continued legacy of racism and white supremacy against black people in the United States, particularly in the form of police brutality;
 
 encourages education about the massacre, the history of white supremacy that fueled the massacre, and subsequent attempts to deny or cover up the massacre, in all elementary and secondary education settings and in institutions of higher education; and 
 
 recognizes the commitment of Congress to acknowledge and learn from the history of racism and racial violence to reverse the legacy of white supremacy and fight for racial justice.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, 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: 2020-07-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, 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: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of April 13, 2020, as "National Borinqueneers Day".

Bill: 116-hres-1039
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-07-01 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Caribbean area
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Puerto Rico
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Borinqueneers Day and recognizes the bravery, service, and sacrifice of Puerto Rican soldiers of the 65th Infantry Regiment in the armed conflicts of the United States in the 20th and 21st centuries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-01
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: 2020-07-01
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: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of July 2020 as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1040
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]
Introduced: 2020-07-01 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Minority health
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: 
This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for designating Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month and recognizes the need for additional research, treatment, and care options for uterine leiomyoma. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-01
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of July 11, 2020, as "Antique Motorcycle Enthusiast Day" and recognizing the preservation, restoration, and operation of old-time motorcycles in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-1041
Sponsor: Rep. Balderson, Troy [R-OH-12]
Introduced: 2020-07-09 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Games and hobbies
Historical and cultural resources
Motor vehicles
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: 
This resolution 
 
 
 supports the designation of Antique Motorcycle Enthusiast Day, 
 
 recognizes the effect of the history of the American motorcycle and the economic surge that celebrated over 120 American brands in the first half of the 20th Century, and
 
 recognizes that the collection and restoration of vintage and classic motorcycles is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
Calling on the Senate to rename the Russell Senate Office Building.

Bill: 116-hres-1042
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2020-07-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Senate
U.S. Capitol

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: 
This resolution declares that the House of Representatives (1) once again rejects White nationalism and White supremacy as hateful expressions of intolerance that are contradictory to the values that define the people of the United States; (2) condemns the use of captions, statues, memorials, and artwork used or erected to memorialize Senator Richard B. Russell, or any other lawmaker who intentionally disavowed the Declaration of Independence's exhortation that all persons are created equal; and (3) calls on the Senate to rename the Russell Senate Office Building for an honoree who embraced equality for all Americans, and to revert to using the building's original name, the Old Senate Office Building, until the Senate selects such honoree.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program and recognizing the significant contributions of Albert Einstein Fellows.

Bill: 116-hres-1043
Sponsor: Rep. Haaland, Debra A. [D-NM-1]
Introduced: 2020-07-09 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional officers and employees
Elementary and secondary education
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Science and engineering education
Student aid and college costs
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: 
This resolution recognizes the significance of the 30th anniversary of the Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program and supports the continuation of the program. (The program places science, technology, engineering, and mathematics teachers in positions with federal agencies and congressional offices.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.

Bill: 116-hres-1044
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]
Introduced: 2020-07-09 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Electric power generation and transmission
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day. (A journeyman lineworker is a person who builds and maintains electrical power systems.) 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-09
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the genocide and other crimes against the Bosniak community perpetrated by Bosnian Serb forces at Srebrenica in Bosnia and Herzegovina in July 1995.

Bill: 116-hres-1045
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2020-07-13 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Bosnia and Herzegovina
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Croatia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Human rights
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Judicial procedure and administration
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Rule of law and government transparency
Serbia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Violent crime
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-13
text: 
This resolution condemns the genocide perpetrated by Serb forces in Bosnia and Herzegovina from 1992-1995, as well as any measures that deny the genocide's occurrence. The resolution reaffirms U.S. support for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina and encourages the country's political leaders to make renewed efforts to reconcile ethnic divisions and promote human rights. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E641-642)
action_date: 2020-07-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2020-07-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-13
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of August 2020 as National Women’s Suffrage Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1046
Sponsor: Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Members of Congress
U.S. history
Voting rights
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Women's Suffrage Month. It also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the passage and ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which provided for women's suffrage.

action_date: 2020-07-29
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Women's Suffrage Month. It also celebrates the 100th anniversary of the passage and ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which provided for women's suffrage.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H3966-3967)
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H3966-3967)
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Committee on the Judiciary discharged.
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Committee on the Judiciary discharged.
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Ms. Escobar asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the statements of Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota.

Bill: 116-hres-1047
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Minnesota
Political movements and philosophies

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution declares that the House of Representatives (1) condemns certain statements made by Representative Ilhan Omar, (2) condemns Members of Congress who advocate for Marxist policies, and (3) reaffirms its commitment to support and defend the Constitution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on 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: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Congress should enact the Poverty Bill of Rights to reaffirm the right of all Americans to live a life free from poverty and its impacts.

Bill: 116-hres-1048
Sponsor: Rep. Fudge, Marcia L. [D-OH-11]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Air quality
Child care and development
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Education of the disadvantaged
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Elementary and secondary education
Employee benefits and pensions
Employee leave
Employment and training programs
Energy storage, supplies, demand
Environmental health
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Higher education
Housing supply and affordability
Income tax credits
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Labor-management relations
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Nutrition and diet
Poverty and welfare assistance
Preschool education
Prescription drugs
Public transit
Racial and ethnic relations
Tax treatment of families
Telephone and wireless communication
Transportation costs
Unemployment
Vocational and technical education
Voting rights
Wages and earnings
Water quality
Water use and supply
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for enactment of the Poverty Bill of Rights, which affirms the right of Americans to live free from the causes and conditions of poverty.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the duty of the House of Representatives to condemn Modern Monetary Theory and recognizing that the implementation of Modern Monetary Theory would lead to higher deficits and higher inflation.

Bill: 116-hres-1049
Sponsor: Rep. Hern, Kevin [R-OK-1]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Economics and Public Finance
Subjects: Budget deficits and national debt
Economic theory
Monetary policy

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution recognizes that (1) deficits are unsustainable, irresponsible, and dangerous; (2) the implementation of Modern Monetary Theory will lead to higher deficits and higher inflation; and (3) it is the duty of the House of Representatives to condemn the theory. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Urging Turkey to respect the rights and religious freedoms of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.

Bill: 116-hres-1050
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Europe
European Union
Human rights
International law and treaties
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution calls on Turkey to eliminate all forms of discrimination and uphold international standards for human rights. The resolution also urges Turkey to (1) meet certain criteria prior to its accession into the European Union, and (2) recognize the Ecumenical Patriarchate of the Eastern Orthodox Church. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of July 20, 2020, as "National Heroes Day" to honor the sacrifices of everyday heroes who save lives and improve their communities.

Bill: 116-hres-1051
Sponsor: Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
National symbols
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution recognizes the selfless dedication to fellow citizens displayed through heroic actions across the country and calls upon the Members of the House of Representatives and all people of the United States to observe a National Heroes Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-20
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3099)
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E635-636)
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all young children and families should have access to high-quality child care that is affordable for families.

Bill: 116-hres-1052
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Introduced: 2020-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child care and development
Education programs funding
Labor standards
Poverty and welfare assistance
Preschool education
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for legislation to
 
 
provide child care assistance to all working families that need it;
 
make child care affordable and available to meet various job schedules; 
 
guarantee that all families eligible for child care will receive it; 
 
improve the quality of child care; 
 
expand access to Head Start and preschool services; and
 
provide sufficient federal, state, and local investment to ensure resources for both high-quality jobs and affordable child care.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-16
text: Introduced in House