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Supporting the designation of October 5, 2019, as National Ostomy Awareness Day.

Bill: 116-hres-601
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2019-09-26 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health technology, devices, supplies
Surgery and anesthesia

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Ostomy Awareness Day. (Ostomy is type of surgery that creates an opening in the abdomen that allows for the removal of bodily waste when an individual has lost normal functions of the digestive or urinary systems due to birth defects, colorectal cancer, bladder cancer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and other medical conditions.)



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Introduced in House
Commending the cooperative business model and the businesses, employees, and practitioners nationally and internationally who use it for their contributions to the economy and social impacts they make on their communities.

Bill: 116-hres-602
Sponsor: Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2]
Introduced: 2019-09-26 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Community life and organization
Competition and antitrust
Congressional tributes
Consumer affairs
Economic development

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: 
This resolution commends the cooperative business model for its contributions to global economies, expresses support for cooperatives, and declares that the House of Representatives will seek to protect and foster cooperatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-26
text: Introduced in House
Raising a question of the privileges of the House.

Bill: 116-hres-603
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution disapproves the actions of the Speaker of the House, Representative Nancy Pelosi, to initiate an impeachment inquiry against President Trump without any debate or vote by the full House on an impeachment inquiry resolution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: On motion to table the measure Agreed to by recorded vote: 222 - 184 (Roll no. 555).
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Mr. Hoyer moved to table the measure.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - The Chair recognized Mr. McCarthy to offer a resolution raising a question of the privileges of the House. The Clerk reported the text of the resolution.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Condemning and censuring Adam Schiff, Representative of California's 28th Congressional District.

Bill: 116-hres-604
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: California
Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution censures and condemns Representative Adam Schiff of California for certain misleading conduct.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the goals and ideals of "National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month".

Bill: 116-hres-605
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Birth defects
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution expresses support for National Hydrocephalus Awareness Month. (Hydrocephalus is a buildup of fluid in the brain.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Calling for sickle cell trait research, surveillance, and public education and awareness, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-606
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Blood and blood diseases
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Hereditary and development disorders
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Minority health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution recognizes the challenges in addressing health outcomes among people with sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease. (Sickle cell disease refers to blood disorders resulting from abnormal red blood cells.) The resolution also (1) encourages the medical community to make individuals aware of their sickle cell trait status, (2) urges the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a public awareness campaign regarding the importance of individuals knowing their sickle-cell trait status and to expand access for screening and counseling, and (3) commits to ensuring equitable access to new treatments and supporting research on sickle cell trait and sickle cell disease. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8060)
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence.

Bill: 116-hres-607
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Political movements and philosophies
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the goals and ideals of the International Day of Non-Violence and encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with ceremonies and activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1221)
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Republic of India should be a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

Bill: 116-hres-608
Sponsor: Rep. Pallone, Frank, Jr. [D-NJ-6]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
India
International organizations and cooperation
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution expresses support for India's inclusion as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council and urges the Administration to work with U.N. members to effect such inclusion.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support to designate the week of September 22 through September 28, 2019, Rail Safety Week in the United States, and to support the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce rail-related accidents, fatalities, and injuries.

Bill: 116-hres-609
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Accidents
Commemorative events and holidays
Railroads
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Rail Safety Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 29, 2019, as National Urban Wildlife Refuge Day.

Bill: 116-hres-610
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2019-09-27 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: 2019-09-27
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: 2019-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Nonviolence Week" to raise awareness of youth violence in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-611
Sponsor: Rep. Lewis, John [D-GA-5]
Introduced: 2019-10-01 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crimes against children
Juvenile crime and gang violence

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: 
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Nonviolence Week to raise awareness of youth violence and the benefits of practicing nonviolence principles.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October of each year as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month.

Bill: 116-hres-612
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2019-10-01 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Historical and cultural resources
Italy

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: 
This resolution urges the people of the United States to acknowledge an Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month in recognition of the contributions Italians and Italian Americans have made to this country and the world.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
Condemning Secretary Ben Carson's bigoted comments regarding transgender people and decrying the Department of Housing and Urban Development's continued effort, under Secretary Carson's leadership, to single out and discriminate against LGBTQ individuals.

Bill: 116-hres-613
Sponsor: Rep. Quigley, Mike [D-IL-5]
Introduced: 2019-10-01 in the House
Policy area: Housing and Community Development
Subjects: Department of Housing and Urban Development
Federal officials
Housing discrimination
Racial and ethnic relations
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: 
This resolution condemns certain comments by Secretary Ben Carson regarding transgender people and decries the Department of Housing and Urban Development's continued effort, under his leadership, to single out and discriminate against LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) individuals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-01
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of October 7, 2019, through October 11, 2019, as "Smart Cities Week" and supporting the further research, development, and adoption of technology designed to improve efficiency, connectivity, sustainability, and mobility in transportation, infrastructure, and workforce opportunity in American cities and communities.

Bill: 116-hres-614
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Introduced: 2019-10-04 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Computers and information technology
Industrial policy and productivity
Infrastructure development
Public-private cooperation
Research and development
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: 
This resolution (1) encourages the recognition of Smart Cities Week; and (2) expresses support for efforts to further research and develop and adopt technology in American cities designed to improve efficiency, connectivity, sustainability, and mobility in transportation and infrastructure and increase awareness of new workforce opportunities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of October 8, 2019, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".

Bill: 116-hres-615
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-16]
Introduced: 2019-10-04 in the House
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Alternative and renewable resources
Commemorative events and holidays
Energy storage, supplies, demand

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of Congress honoring the life and mourning the loss of Lieutenant Sandeep Singh Dhaliwal of the Harris County Sheriff's Office.

Bill: 116-hres-616
Sponsor: Rep. Fletcher, Lizzie [D-TX-7]
Introduced: 2019-10-04 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Law enforcement officers
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: 
This resolution extends condolences to the family and loved ones of Lieutenant Sandeep Singh Dhaliwal, who was killed in the line of duty in Houston, Texas, on September 27, 2019.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Project Management Institute on the 50th anniversary of its founding.

Bill: 116-hres-617
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Introduced: 2019-10-04 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Corporate finance and management
Pennsylvania

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: 
This resolution recognizes the history of the Project Management Institute, commends it for reaching and supporting professionals around the world, and congratulates it on the 50th anniversary of its founding.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the peoples of the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic on the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution, on the 26th anniversary of their countries' independence, and on the 101st anniversary of Czechoslovakia's declaration of independence.

Bill: 116-hres-618
Sponsor: Rep. Visclosky, Peter J. [D-IN-1]
Introduced: 2019-10-04 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Alliances
Asia
Collective security
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Czech Republic
Europe
Military operations and strategy
Political movements and philosophies
Slovakia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: 
This resolution recognizes the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic for their achievements in building prosperous, democratic societies since the dissolution of Czechoslovakia. The resolution also commends the countries for their support of NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) operations in Afghanistan and reaffirms the United States' commitment to a free and peaceful Europe.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-04
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the Haitian people and their Constitution, rule of law, and commitment to democratic principles.

Bill: 116-hres-619
Sponsor: Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-4]
Introduced: 2019-10-08 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Caribbean area
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Economic development
Haiti
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Latin America
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Venezuela

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: 
This resolution condemns the violence that took place in the Senate of Haiti on September 11, 2019, expresses support for the Haitian people and their constitution, and reaffirms the U.S.-Haiti partnership.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security and Trade.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
In the Matter of Nancy Pelosi.

Bill: 116-hres-620
Sponsor: Rep. Abraham, Ralph Lee [R-LA-5]
Introduced: 2019-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: 
This resolution expels Representative Nancy Pelosi from the House of Representatives and declares the Office of the Speaker to be vacant.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the month of October 2019, as Filipino American History Month and celebrating the history and culture of Filipino Americans and their immense contributions to the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-621
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Introduced: 2019-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Philippines
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: 
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the celebration of Filipino American History Month as a testament to the long and proud advancement of Filipino Americans and a time to renew efforts toward researching and examining the history of Filipino Americans to give all people of the United States an opportunity to learn about their contributions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-30
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8603)
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the week of October 6, 2019, through October 12, 2019, as "Latex Allergy Awareness Week".

Bill: 116-hres-622
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2019-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Allergies
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Latex Allergy Awareness Week. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and honoring National Mushroom Day and the contributions of Chester and Berks Counties to the national mushroom industry.

Bill: 116-hres-623
Sponsor: Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6]
Introduced: 2019-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Fruit and vegetables
Pennsylvania

Summary:
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: 
This resolution supports the recognition of National Mushroom Day and honors the region of Chester and Berks Counties, Pennsylvania, for its unparalleled contributions to the national mushroom industry.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-10-11
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-10-08
text: Introduced in House