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Recognizing the 150th anniversary of the founding of Loyola University Chicago.

Bill: 116-hres-1112
Sponsor: Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]
Introduced: 2020-09-15 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Illinois

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: 
This resolution recognizes Loyola University Chicago for its contributions over its 150 years of service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Introduced in House
To state the need for action on statehood for Puerto Rico if the status wins a majority of the vote on the question in the territory's plebiscite on November 3.

Bill: 116-hres-1113
Sponsor: Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]
Introduced: 2020-09-15 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Caribbean area
Congressional districts and representation
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Political representation
Puerto Rico
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
U.S. territories and protectorates
Voting rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: 
This resolution declares that Congress and the President will have a duty to act in 2021 on the self-determination choice of the people of Puerto Rico if the territory's plebiscite chooses statehood.
 
The resolution (1) recognizes that implementation legislation will need to include measures to phase-in the equal treatment of the territory and its residents in federal laws, and (2) states that such measures should implement equality for Puerto Rico and Puerto Ricans as expeditiously as possible.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-15
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the immediate release of Trevor Reed, a United States citizen who was unjustly sentenced to 9 years in a Russian prison.

Bill: 116-hres-1115
Sponsor: Rep. Conaway, K. Michael [R-TX-11]
Introduced: 2020-09-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Health care coverage and access
Health information and medical records
Health technology, devices, supplies
Human rights
Rule of law and government transparency
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for those unjustly imprisoned in Russia, including Paul Whelan and Trevor Reed. The resolution calls for the release of Trevor Reed and calls on Russia to respect his universally recognized human rights. 
 
 


action_date: 2020-12-03
text: 
This resolution expresses support for those unjustly imprisoned in Russia, including Paul Whelan and Trevor Reed. The resolution calls for the release of Trevor Reed and calls on Russia to respect his universally recognized human rights. 
 
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6090)
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6090)
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1115.
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6090-6092)
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7664) to permit the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to deem certain nonprofit organizations serving developmentally disabled individuals as eligible to participate in the paycheck protection program, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-1116
Sponsor: Rep. Herrera Beutler, Jaime [R-WA-3]
Introduced: 2020-09-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7664) to permit the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to deem certain nonprofit organizations serving developmentally disabled individuals as eligible to participate in the paycheck protection program.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-25
text: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Ms. Herrera Beutler.Petition No: 116-5. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/20200925?CongressNum=116">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 2020 as Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1117
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2020-09-16 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: 
This resolution supports Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month and encourages the public to observe the month with appropriate awareness and educational activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 2020 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill: 116-hres-1118
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2020-09-16 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health care coverage and access
Health care quality
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Medicare
Minority health
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2020-09-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of Constitution Week.

Bill: 116-hres-1119
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-4]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Constitution and constitutional amendments
Teaching, teachers, curricula
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses support for the recognition of Constitution Week; and (2) encourages schools and universities to include, in a grade appropriate manner, lessons explaining the history and importance of the Constitution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Government of Tanzania and all parties to respect human rights and constitutional rights and ensure free and fair elections in October 2020, and recognizing the importance of multi-party democracy in Tanzania.

Bill: 116-hres-1120
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Assault and harassment offenses
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
News media and reporting
Political parties and affiliation
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Tanzania
U.S. and foreign investments
Voting rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
This resolution urges Tanzania to ensure free and fair elections in 2020, to guarantee and respect the human and constitutional rights of its citizens, and to foster a business environment that is conducive to continued U.S. trade and investment in Tanzania.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Government of Burma to hold free, fair, inclusive, transparent, participatory, and credible elections on November 8, 2020.

Bill: 116-hres-1121
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Andy [D-MI-9]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Burma
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Political parties and affiliation
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion
Rule of law and government transparency
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
This resolution calls for free and fair 2020 elections in Burma (Myanmar) and expresses support for the people of Burma. The resolution also urges the United States and the international community to ensure a safe, participatory, and transparent electoral process in Burma through various measures.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for dance as a form of valuable exercise and of artistic expression, and for the designation of September 19, 2020, as "National Dance Day".

Bill: 116-hres-1122
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Music
Performing arts
Physical fitness and lifestyle

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of a National Dance Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 29, 2020, as National Urban Wildlife Refuge Day.

Bill: 116-hres-1123
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Outdoor recreation
Urban and suburban affairs and development
Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Urban Wildlife Refuge Day.
 
The resolution also affirms support for the Urban Wildlife Conservation Program within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the week of September 21 through 26, 2020, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

Bill: 116-hres-1124
Sponsor: Rep. Yarmuth, John A. [D-KY-3]
Introduced: 2020-09-17 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: 
 This resolution supports the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for prioritizing racial and ethnic diversity in clinical trials for therapies, diagnostics, and vaccines for COVID-19.

Bill: 116-hres-1125
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2020-09-18 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Community life and organization
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health care coverage and access
Health programs administration and funding
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Minority health
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that federal agencies should take appropriate actions to (1) ensure meaningful engagement of communities of color in the conduct of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) research and participation in clinical trials, and (2) improve equitable access to safe and effective vaccines.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week.

Bill: 116-hres-1126
Sponsor: Rep. Fulcher, Russ [R-ID-1]
Introduced: 2020-09-18 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Evidence and witnesses
Law enforcement officers
News media and reporting
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Forensic Science Week.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of September 18, 2020, as "National Concussion Awareness Day".

Bill: 116-hres-1127
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2020-09-18 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Concussion Awareness Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Bill: 116-hres-1128
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Judges
Supreme Court

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution expresses the sympathy and respect of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution expresses the sympathy and respect of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4549)
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4549)
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2020, as "National Clean Energy Week".

Bill: 116-hres-1130
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Alternative and renewable resources
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Clean Energy Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4725)
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the murder of Sara Duker and renouncing Palestinian Authority martyr payments to terrorists.

Bill: 116-hres-1131
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Israel
Middle East
Militias and paramilitary groups
Palestinians
Political parties and affiliation
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
Violent crime
Visas and passports

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution condemns terrorist attacks on U.S. citizens and calls for justice for Sara Duker and all other victims of terrorist attacks. Further, it renounces the practice of martyr payments (i.e., payments made by the Palestinian Authority to the families of terrorists) and calls on the international community to condemn this practice.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 2020 as "Peace Month" and calling on Congress to take action to promote peace.

Bill: 116-hres-1132
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Human rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Peace Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and legacy of Coya Knutson.

Bill: 116-hres-1133
Sponsor: Rep. Peterson, Collin C. [D-MN-7]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Minnesota

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Coya Knutson, a former U.S. Representative. The resolution states that her dedication to overcoming exceptional odds and devotion to the well-being of the United States shall serve as an inspiration for generations of individuals in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 22, 2020, to September 24, 2020, as "National Small Business Week" to honor the entrepreneurial spirit and contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-1134
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2020-09-21 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: 
This resolution celebrates the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every U.S. community and supports the designation of National Small Business Week. Further, it supports efforts to provide small businesses with aid and assistance through certain programs and initiatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-21
text: Introduced in House
Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-1135
Sponsor: Rep. Jeffries, Hakeem S. [D-NY-8]
Introduced: 2020-09-22 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Natural Resources
House Committee on Ways and Means
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) Representative Nanette Barragan of California to Natural Resources, and (2) Representative Cedric Richmond of Louisiana to Ways and Means.

action_date: 2020-09-22
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) Representative Nanette Barragan of California to Natural Resources, and (2) Representative Cedric Richmond of Louisiana to Ways and Means.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4671)
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4671)
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-09-22
text: Introduced in House