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Recognizing the accomplishments of professional surfer and surfwear executive Danny Kwock.

Bill: 116-hres-533
Sponsor: Rep. Rouda, Harley [D-CA-48]
Introduced: 2019-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
California
Congressional tributes

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes the accomplishments of professional surfer and surfwear executive Danny Kwock and his role in establishing coastal Orange County, California, as a focal point of the surf industry.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the U.S. Open of Surfing.

Bill: 116-hres-534
Sponsor: Rep. Rouda, Harley [D-CA-48]
Introduced: 2019-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: California
Commemorative events and holidays
Economic performance and conditions
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 60th anniversary of the annual U.S. Open of Surfing.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing August 6, National Night Out, the national coming together of Americans all over the Nation to unite and promote public safety.

Bill: 116-hres-535
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Introduced: 2019-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Community life and organization
Congressional tributes
Emergency communications systems
First responders and emergency personnel
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: 
This resolution encourages law enforcement departments to use the National Night Out as an opportunity to improve relationships with the communities they serve.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Strongly condemning the violent actions of Antifa and recognizing that it engages in domestic terrorism.

Bill: 116-hres-536
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Introduced: 2019-08-02 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Political movements and philosophies
Terrorism
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: 
This bill declares that the House of Representatives (1) strongly condemns the violent actions of antifa, (2) recognizes that antifa engages in domestic terrorism, and (3) urges the President and the President's Cabinet to use all available resources to address the threats posed by this extremist movement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States policy recognizing the Assyrian Genocide.

Bill: 116-hres-537
Sponsor: Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-10]
Introduced: 2019-08-02 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Middle East
Racial and ethnic relations
Turkey
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: 
This resolution commemorates the Assyrian Genocide and urges Turkey to officially recognize the Assyrian Genocide.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-02
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the historical, cultural, and religious significance of Sikh Americans, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-538
Sponsor: Rep. Cox, TJ [D-CA-21]
Introduced: 2019-08-06 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-06
text: 
This resolution recognizes the contributions and sacrifices made by Sikh Americans and expresses respect for all Sikhs who practice their faith.
 
The resolution also recognizes the historical, cultural, and religious significance of Guru Nanak's 550th birthday.
 
Additionally, the resolution recognizes the discrimination Sikh Americans have faced.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-08-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-06
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of The American Legion.

Bill: 116-hres-539
Sponsor: Rep. Carson, Andre [D-IN-7]
Introduced: 2019-08-16 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: 
This resolution recognizes the legacy of The American Legion and celebrates it as a beacon of community, responsibility, honor, and service. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1055)
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Sesame Street.

Bill: 116-hres-540
Sponsor: Rep. Lowey, Nita M. [D-NY-17]
Introduced: 2019-08-16 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Preschool education
Television and film

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Sesame Street television program. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2019, as national "Chuck Brown Day" and honoring his contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Bill: 116-hres-541
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2019-08-16 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
District of Columbia
Music
Performing arts

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day and honors Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia. 
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 2019 as "National Kinship Care Month".

Bill: 116-hres-542
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2019-08-27 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Child care and development
Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Family relationships
Family services

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-27
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Kinship Care Month and encourages Congress to work to improve the lives of vulnerable children and families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.
action_date: 2019-08-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
action_date: 2019-08-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-27
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Islam as one of the great religions of the world.

Bill: 116-hres-544
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2019-08-30 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: 
This resolution expresses support for members of the Islamic community and recognizes Islam as one of the world's great religions. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
Supporting infant nutrition through improved breastfeeding practices.

Bill: 116-hres-545
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28]
Introduced: 2019-08-30 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child care and development
Child health
Health promotion and preventive care
Nutrition and diet
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes the benefits of improved breastfeeding practices and urges the President to support international efforts to improve breastfeeding practices globally.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations.
action_date: 2019-09-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign 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: 2019-08-30
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign 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: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
Disapproving the Russian Federation’s inclusion in future Group of Seven summits until it respects the territorial integrity of its neighbors and adheres to the standards of democratic societies.

Bill: 116-hres-546
Sponsor: Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8]
Introduced: 2019-08-30 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Canada
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
France
Germany
International organizations and cooperation
Italy
Japan
Russia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Ukraine
United Kingdom

Summary:
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: 
This resolution calls on all leaders of the Group of Seven (a group consisting of the seven largest major advanced economies, as determined by the International Monetary Fund) to oppose Russia's readmission into the group. The resolution also condemns Russia's assaults on democratic societies worldwide and its aggressive actions in Ukraine.
 
(Russia was disinvited from the Group of Eight in 2014 after it occupied parts of Ukraine, including the Crimea region.) 

action_date: 2019-12-03
text: 
This resolution calls on all leaders of the Group of Seven (a group consisting of the seven largest major advanced economies, as determined by the International Monetary Fund) to oppose Russia's readmission into the group. The resolution also condemns Russia's assaults on democratic societies worldwide and its aggressive actions in Ukraine.
 
(Russia was disinvited from the Group of Eight in 2014 after it occupied parts of Ukraine, including the Crimea region.) 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 339 - 71 (Roll no. 643). (text: CR H9197)
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 339 - 71 (Roll no. 643).(text: CR H9197)
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9208-9209)
action_date: 2019-12-03
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: 2019-12-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 546.
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9197-9198)
action_date: 2019-12-03
text: Mr. Sires moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2019-10-30
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2019-10-30
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-09-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-08-30
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Eastbank All-Stars from River Ridge, Louisiana, on winning the 2019 Little League World Series Championship.

Bill: 116-hres-547
Sponsor: Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1]
Introduced: 2019-09-06 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Louisiana
Outdoor recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-06
text: 
This resolution congratulates the Eastbank All-Stars from River Ridge, Louisiana, on winning the 73rd Little League Baseball World Series Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-09-06
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7549)
action_date: 2019-09-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-06
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 205) to amend the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to permanently extend the moratorium on leasing in certain areas of the Gulf of Mexico; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1146) to amend Public Law 115–97 (commonly known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act) to repeal the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge oil and gas program, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1941) to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit the Secretary of the Interior including in any leasing program certain planning areas, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-548
Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-20]
Introduced: 2019-09-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 205) to amend the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 to permanently extend the moratorium on leasing in certain areas of the Gulf of Mexico; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1146) to amend Public Law 115-97 (commonly known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act) to repeal the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge oil and gas program, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1941) to amend the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act to prohibit the Secretary of the Interior including in any leasing program certain planning areas.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 196 (Roll no. 518). (text: CR H7566-7567)
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 231 - 196 (Roll no. 518).(text: CR H7566-7567)
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 232 - 196 (Roll no. 517). (consideration: CR H7584)
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7584-7585)
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 548, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mrs. Lesko demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until later in the legislative day.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 548.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7566-7571)
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 40.
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: Providing for consideration of H.R. 205, H.R. 1146, and H.R. 1941.
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 116-200, by Mr. Hastings.
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 116-200, by Mr. Hastings.
action_date: 2019-09-09
text: Introduced in House
Reaffirming the commitment to media diversity and pledging to work with media entities and diverse stakeholders to develop common ground solutions to eliminate barriers to media diversity.

Bill: 116-hres-549
Sponsor: Rep. Demings, Val Butler [D-FL-10]
Introduced: 2019-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Minority and disadvantaged businesses
News media and reporting

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to media diversity and expresses its pledge to eliminate barriers to such diversity. 

action_date: 2020-12-08
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to media diversity and expresses its pledge to eliminate barriers to such diversity. 

action_date: 2020-12-09
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to media diversity and expresses its pledge to eliminate barriers to such diversity. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7066)
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 549.
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7066-7067)
action_date: 2020-12-09
text: Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2020-12-08
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 100.
action_date: 2020-12-08
text: Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 116-624.
action_date: 2020-12-08
text: Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 116-624.
action_date: 2020-07-15
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2020-07-15
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-09-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support of the designation of September 2019 as Peripheral Artery Disease Awareness Month.

Bill: 116-hres-550
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2019-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-10
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: 2019-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Emphasizing the importance of addressing participation in career and technical education.

Bill: 116-hres-551
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2019-09-10 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Employment and training programs
Vocational and technical education

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: 
This resolution addresses the importance of career and technical education in preparing students to enter the workforce.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-10
text: Introduced in House
Calling on the Government of the Russian Federation to provide evidence of wrongdoing or to release United States citizen Paul Whelan.

Bill: 116-hres-552
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Introduced: 2019-09-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Due process and equal protection
Espionage and treason
Evidence and witnesses
Human rights
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-11
text: 
This resolution urges Russia to present credible evidence of wrongdoing against U.S. citizen Paul Whelan or immediately release him. It also urges Russia to provide unrestricted consular access to Whelan and to ensure that he is afforded due process and universally recognized human rights.

action_date: 2019-10-22
text: 
This resolution urges Russia to present credible evidence of wrongdoing against U.S. citizen Paul Whelan or immediately release him. It also urges Russia to provide unrestricted consular access to Whelan and to ensure that he is afforded due process and universally recognized human rights.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8362)
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H8362)
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 552.
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8362-8364)
action_date: 2019-10-22
text: Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2019-09-25
text: Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2019-09-25
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-09-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-09-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-11
text: Introduced in House