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Recognizing the historical significance and the heroic struggles and sacrifices of the Vietnamese people who fled their war-torn country by boat and other means in search of freedom and democracy.

Bill: 116-hres-941
Sponsor: Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]
Introduced: 2020-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Asia
Congressional tributes
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: 
This resolution recognizes the hardships, sacrifice, and heroism of the Vietnamese refugees who fled their country by boat and other means 45 years ago, since April 30, 1975. It also applauds their accomplishments and significant contributions to the United States since their resettlement. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the third Friday of every March, as "National FIRST Robotics Day".

Bill: 116-hres-942
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2020-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional oversight
Education programs funding
Elementary and secondary education
Science and engineering education

Summary:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of a National FIRST Robotics Day and its celebration around the United States. 
 
The resolution also encourages states and local educational agencies to fund after-school robotics programs.
 
Finally, the resolution encourages schools and educators to observe the day with activities that teach students about robotics and engage them with the study of mathematics and science.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 45th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.

Bill: 116-hres-943
Sponsor: Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2020-04-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Human rights
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: 
This resolution recognizes the significance of the 45th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. The resolution honors the contributions of Vietnamese Americans and honors the service of members of the U.S. Armed Forces and the South Vietnamese forces who fought in Vietnam, including those who gave their lives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the People's Republic of China should be held accountable for its handling of COVID-19.

Bill: 116-hres-944
Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-18]
Introduced: 2020-04-28 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
China
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Foreign loans and debt
Government information and archives
Health programs administration and funding
Human rights
Infectious and parasitic diseases
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the global COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak is a direct result of China's human rights abuses and propaganda campaign and that China should be held accountable for its handling of the outbreak. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Relating to House Resolution 891.

Bill: 116-hres-945
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2020-05-01 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
This resolution further extends the date in H.Res. 891, as amended by H.Res. 920, through the legislative day of May 18, 2020, by which certain proceedings may take place in the House.

action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
This resolution further extends the date in H.Res. 891, as amended by H.Res. 920, through the legislative day of May 18, 2020, by which certain proceedings may take place in the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H1967)
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Without objection, the Chair laid before the House H.Res. 945. (consideration: CR H1967)
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
Promoting and supporting the goals and ideals of the Fair Housing Act and recognizing April 2020 as Fair Housing Month, which includes bringing attention to the discrimination faced by everyday Americans in the United States in housing and housing-related transactions on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, and religion, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bill: 116-hres-946
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2020-05-01 in the House
Policy area: Housing and Community Development
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Housing discrimination
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and values of the 52nd anniversary of the Fair Housing Act and for efforts to strengthen housing protections, particularly during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) public health emergency. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 7, 2020, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

Bill: 116-hres-947
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2020-05-01 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
General science and technology matters
Policy sciences
Science and engineering education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
This resolution (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to focus on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of April as Arab American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Arab Americans in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-948
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-13]
Introduced: 2020-05-01 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Historical and cultural resources

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of an Arab American Heritage Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week, the week of May 3 through 9, 2020.

Bill: 116-hres-949
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2020-05-01 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: 
 This resolution supports the designation of Public Service Recognition Week and expresses gratitude to federal workers for their service during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 5, 2020, as the "National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls".

Bill: 116-hres-950
Sponsor: Rep. Haaland, Debra A. [D-NM-1]
Introduced: 2020-05-05 in the House
Policy area: Native Americans
Subjects: Alaska Natives and Hawaiians
Commemorative events and holidays
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime victims
Crimes against women
Indian social and development programs
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee for Indigenous Peoples of the United States.
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2020.

Bill: 116-hres-951
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2020-05-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Nursing

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week. 
 
It also recognizes the contributions of nurses to the U.S. health care system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to recognize the resettlement of Southeast Asian refugees, commemorate the contributions of Southeast Asian Americans to the United States, urge the President to halt the deportation of Southeast Asian refugees, and advance equitable policies for Southeast-Asian-American communities.

Bill: 116-hres-952
Sponsor: Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2020-05-05 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Asia
Border security and unlawful immigration
Cambodia
Citizenship and naturalization
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Criminal justice information and records
Immigrant health and welfare
Immigration status and procedures
Laos
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Vietnam
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 45 years since Southeast Asian refugees began resettling in the United States and honors the sacrifices made by Southeast-Asian-American communities on behalf of the United States. 
 
The resolution recognizes the contributions of Southeast Asian Americans to the economic, educational, military, political, and social culture of the United States.
 
The resolution opposes the deportation of Southeast Asian Americans who resettled to the United States as refugees from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. 
 
The resolution urges President Trump and his administration to place an immediate moratorium on the deportation of thousands of Southeast Asian Americans whose crimes occurred more than 10 years ago. 
 
Finally, the resolution calls for continued pursuit of comprehensive policies that ensure equity and justice for Southeast-Asian-American communities. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of May 2020 as "Health and Fitness Month".

Bill: 116-hres-953
Sponsor: Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33]
Introduced: 2020-05-05 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health promotion and preventive care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Nutrition and diet
Physical fitness and lifestyle

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: 
 This resolution expresses support for the designation of Health and Fitness Month and for efforts to educate Americans on the importance of a healthy and nutritious lifestyle.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-05
text: Introduced in House
Electing a certain Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-954
Sponsor: Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Oversight and Reform
House Committee on Small Business
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution elects a specified Member to the following House Committees: (1) Oversight and Reform, and (2) Small Business.

action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution elects a specified Member to the following House Committees: (1) Oversight and Reform, and (2) Small Business.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H1982)
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Without objection, the Chair laid before the House H.Res. 954. (consideration: CR H1982)
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Governors and local officials across the Nation have abused their authority by infringing on the constitutional rights of Americans, ordering private businesses to close, requiring citizens to stay in their homes, and imposing draconian punishments for violations.

Bill: 116-hres-955
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Economic performance and conditions
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government studies and investigations
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Intergovernmental relations
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives in opposition to the actions of state and local officials in response to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak.
 
 The resolution (1) condemns the decisions of state and local leaders who issued orders imposing economic restrictions based on views of which businesses and activities are essential and which are not, (2) calls on Attorney General William Barr to review all restricting orders issued by such leaders and to act against those that infringe on Americans' constitutional or statutory protections, and (3) calls upon states to restore liberty and responsibility.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the United Chinese Americans' nationwide food drive and the contributions of Chinese Americans to the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-956
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Asia
China
Congressional tributes
Food assistance and relief
Food industry and services
Racial and ethnic relations
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution (1) recognizes the significance of the Chinese-American community as an integral component of the rich diversity and strength of the United States, (2) recognizes the United Chinese Americans' nationwide Food of Love Day meal drive, and (3) honors the Chinese-American community for its community service and philanthropic efforts during the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) public health crisis. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May as "National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month".

Bill: 116-hres-957
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Allergies
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health information and medical records
Health personnel
Medical research

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution expresses support for (1) the designation of National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, and (2) investment in asthma research.
 
It also salutes health care professionals and researchers who work on asthma and allergies.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the practice of politically motivated imprisonment and calling for the immediate release of political prisoners in the Russian Federation and urging action by the United States Government to impose sanctions with respect to persons responsible for that form of human rights abuse.

Bill: 116-hres-958
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Russia
Sanctions

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution condemns political imprisonments in Russia and calls on Russia to release its political prisoners. The resolution also urges the United States to advocate for the release of such prisoners and to identify the Russian officials responsible for their imprisonment. 

action_date: 2020-12-03
text: 
This resolution condemns political imprisonments in Russia and calls on Russia to release its political prisoners. The resolution also urges the United States to advocate for the release of such prisoners and to identify the Russian officials responsible for their imprisonment. 


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 H6084-6085)
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 H6084-6085)
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 958.
action_date: 2020-12-03
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6084-6086)
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: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-959
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution thanks the teachers of the United States and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the right to counsel in civil proceedings.

Bill: 116-hres-960
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Joseph P., III [D-MA-4]
Introduced: 2020-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Law
Subjects: Civil actions and liability
Intergovernmental relations
Judicial procedure and administration
Lawyers and legal services
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: 
This resolution recognizes the right to counsel in civil proceedings involving basic human needs and expresses support for efforts to provide counsel to low-income individuals in these proceedings.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-05-08
text: Introduced in House