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Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-148
Sponsor: Rep. Jeffries, Hakeem S. [D-NY-8]
Introduced: 2019-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Ethics
House Committee on Natural Resources
House Committee on Small Business
House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the House Committees on (1) Ethics, (2) Natural Resources, (3) Small Business, and (4) Veterans' Affairs.

action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the House Committees on (1) Ethics, (2) Natural Resources, (3) Small Business, and (4) Veterans' Affairs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2130)
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2130)
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H2130)
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the national debt as a threat to national security.

Bill: 116-hres-149
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2019-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Economics and Public Finance
Subjects: Appropriations
Budget deficits and national debt
Budget process
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution recognizes that the national debt is a threat to national security and that deficits are unsustainable, irresponsible, and dangerous. It also commits to restoring regular order to the appropriations process and addressing the fiscal crisis faced by the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2224-2225)
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Elaine massacre.

Bill: 116-hres-150
Sponsor: Rep. Crawford, Eric A. "Rick" [R-AR-1]
Introduced: 2019-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Arkansas
Congressional tributes
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Crime victims
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Due process and equal protection
Hate crimes
Judicial review and appeals
Racial and ethnic relations
State and local courts
Supreme Court
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution honors the lives and legacies of the unknown number of African Americans who were murdered in Phillips County, Arkansas, 100 years ago.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the priorities and goals of Executive Order 13443.

Bill: 116-hres-151
Sponsor: Rep. Hunter, Duncan D. [R-CA-50]
Introduced: 2019-02-26 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Hunting and fishing
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution expresses support for efforts to (1) reaffirm to federal agencies the priorities and goals of Executive Order 13443 (directing federal agencies that have programs and activities that have a measurable effect on public land management, outdoor recreation, and wildlife management to facilitate the expansion and enhancement of hunting opportunities and the management and conservation of game species and their habitat), and (2) recommend that the President issue a new executive order that reestablishes such priorities and goals. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry.
action_date: 2019-03-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2019-03-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Calling for a formal end of the Korean war.

Bill: 116-hres-152
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Introduced: 2019-02-26 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Military operations and strategy
North Korea
Nuclear weapons
South Korea
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: 
This resolution pays tribute to the veterans and victims of the Korean War and the families divided by the war. It states that the House of Representatives would welcome a statement by the President declaring the end of the state of war with North Korea, and affirms that such a declaration would not affect U.S. commitments under the mutual defense treaty between the United States and South Korea.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2019-02-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-26
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the development of guidelines for ethical development of artificial intelligence.

Bill: 116-hres-153
Sponsor: Rep. Lawrence, Brenda L. [D-MI-14]
Introduced: 2019-02-27 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Computer security and identity theft
Computers and information technology
Employee hiring
Racial and ethnic relations
Research and development
Research ethics
Right of privacy
Science and engineering education
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: 
This resolution supports the development of guidelines for the ethical development of artificial intelligence, with aims including engagement among industry, government, academia, and civil society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Original NAACP Resolution of 2019

Bill: 116-hres-154
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2019-02-27 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: 

Original NAACP Resolution of 2019

 
This resolution recognizes the 110th anniversary of the founding of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). The resolution also honors the NAACP for its work to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic rights of all persons.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Original Black History Month Resolution of 2019

Bill: 116-hres-155
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2019-02-27 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: 

Original Black History Month Resolution of 2019

 
This resolution recognizes the importance of diversity and commemorates Black History Month to acknowledge the achievements of African Americans throughout history.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Calling for accountability and justice for the assassination of Boris Nemtsov.

Bill: 116-hres-156
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2019-02-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign property
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Government studies and investigations
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Russia
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Violent crime
Visas and passports

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: 
This resolution condemns Russian President Vladimir Putin and his regime for targeting political opponents and attempting to cover up the assassination of Russian opposition leader and democracy advocate Boris Nemtsov. It also calls on the Department of State to impose sanctions on those involved and to report to Congress on the assassination.

action_date: 2019-03-12
text: 
This resolution condemns Russian President Vladimir Putin and his regime for targeting political opponents and attempting to cover up the assassination of Russian opposition leader and democracy advocate Boris Nemtsov. It also calls on the Department of State to impose sanctions on those involved and to report to Congress on the assassination.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 1 (Roll no. 121). (text: CR H2657-2658)
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 416 - 1 (Roll no. 121).(text: CR H2657-2658)
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2673-2674)
action_date: 2019-03-12
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: 2019-03-12
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 156.
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2657-2660)
action_date: 2019-03-12
text: Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2019-03-07
text: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules,.
action_date: 2019-03-07
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2019-03-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-27
text: Introduced in House
Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

Bill: 116-hres-157
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 

Restoring Integrity in Democracy Resolution

 
This resolution prohibits Members, Delegates, or the Resident Commissioner of the House from serving on the boards of for-profit entities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging people in the United States to recognize Friday, March 1, 2019, as Read Across America Day.

Bill: 116-hres-158
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Rodney [R-IL-13]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Art, artists, authorship
Books and print media
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Language arts

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution honors all authors for their successes in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading, and honors the 22nd anniversary of Read Across America Day.
 
The resolution encourages parents, educators, and communities to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the March First Movement and Korea's declaration of independence from the Empire of Japan.

Bill: 116-hres-159
Sponsor: Rep. Woodall, Rob [R-GA-7]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Japan
North Korea
South Korea
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the United States' support for South Korea on the 100th anniversary of its declaration of independence from Japan. The resolution also commends South Korea's efforts to achieve a unified and denuclearized Korean Peninsula. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing concern about the threat posed to democracy and human rights by theocratic groups operating in South Asia.

Bill: 116-hres-160
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Bangladesh
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Pakistan
Political movements and philosophies
Political parties and affiliation
Religion
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution calls upon the governments of Bangladesh and Pakistan to stop Jamaat-e-Islami (an Islamist political party) from threatening regional stability and urges U.S. agencies to end partnerships with groups affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami . Additionally, this resolution presses law enforcement to investigate the reported collaboration between the Hand for Relief and Development (a charitable organization) and a Pakistani terrorist organization.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the last day of February each year as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill: 116-hres-161
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Hereditary and development disorders
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for (1)the designation of Rare Disease Day; and (2)a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives and honoring the memory of the victims of the mass shooting in Aurora, Illinois, on February 15, 2019.

Bill: 116-hres-162
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Firearms and explosives
First responders and emergency personnel
Health personnel
Illinois
Law enforcement officers
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution expresses condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of the individuals who were killed in the shooting in Aurora, Illinois, on February 15, 2019.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
RESPECT Resolution

Bill: 116-hres-163
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Business ethics
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Housing and community development funding
Licensing and registrations
Minority and disadvantaged businesses
Racial and ethnic relations
Small business
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 

Realizing Equitable & Sustainable Participation in Emerging Cannabis Trades Resolution or the RESPECT Resolution

 
This resolution encourages states and localities to adopt best practices and take bold steps to address disparities in the cannabis marketplace and to address, reverse, and repair the effects of the war on drugs on communities of color.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-03-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and 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: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and 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: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and 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: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the centennial anniversary of Korea's March First Movement Day.

Bill: 116-hres-164
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Japan
Protest and dissent
South Korea

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution commemorates the centennial anniversary of South Korea's March 1st Movement Day, which marked the beginning of a series of demonstrations for South Korean independence from Japan. The resolution also honors Yu Gwan-Sun, an activist known for her role in organizing the movement, and reaffirms the alliance between South Korea and the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2019-03-04
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E235)
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Chinese railroad workers who worked on the Transcontinental Railroad from 1865 to 1869, and their important contribution to the growth of the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-165
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Asia
China
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Railroads
Transportation employees
U.S. history
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution (1) recognizes the Chinese railroad workers for their contributions to the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad and the growth of the United States; (2) honors the Chinese railroad workers who lost their lives working in the Sierra Nevada Mountains; and (3) acknowledges the Chinese railroad workers for all the risks they faced, while enduring discrimination and unequal pay and treatment, to complete the construction of the Transcontinental Railroad.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-03-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of March 3, 2019, as National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day.

Bill: 116-hres-166
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Introduced: 2019-02-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Day. (Triple-negative breast cancer is a distinct form of cancer that does not have the hormone and protein receptors commonly found in breast cancer.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-02-28
text: Introduced in House