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Calling on the Government of Cameroon and armed groups to respect the human rights of all Cameroonian citizens, to end all violence, and to pursue a broad-based dialogue without preconditions to resolve the conflict in the Northwest and Southwest regions.

Bill: 116-hres-358
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2019-05-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Cameroon
Child safety and welfare
Conflicts and wars
Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Detention of persons
Due process and equal protection
Educational facilities and institutions
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Elementary and secondary education
Government studies and investigations
Health personnel
Human rights
News media and reporting
Nigeria
Political movements and philosophies
Protest and dissent
Religion
School administration
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: 
This resolution strongly condemns the government of Cameroon's abuses in the country's Anglophone regions, including the use of violence and violations of press freedoms. It urges the government to initiate dialogues with separatist groups and civil society, follow through on initiatives developed to address various grievances, and comply with international human rights standards. The resolution also urges separatist groups to immediately stop committing human rights abuses and end their incitement of violence and hate speech. 

action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution strongly condemns the government of Cameroon's abuses in the country's Anglophone regions, including the use of violence and violations of press freedoms. It urges the government to initiate dialogues with separatist groups and civil society, follow through on initiatives developed to address various grievances, and comply with international human rights standards. The resolution also urges separatist groups to immediately stop committing human rights abuses and end their incitement of violence and hate speech. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7203)
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7203)
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 358.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7203-7204)
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Mr. Engel moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2019-06-26
text: Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.
action_date: 2019-06-26
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2019-06-26
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Healthy Schools Day.

Bill: 116-hres-359
Sponsor: Rep. Evans, Dwight [D-PA-3]
Introduced: 2019-05-07 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Building construction
Child health
Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Educational facilities and institutions
Elementary and secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: 
This resolution expresses support for (1) the goals and ideals of National Healthy Schools Day, and (2) a national commitment to preventing the deterioration of our schools and to fixing our crumbling school facilities.
 
The resolution (1) recognizes the importance of improving our children's aging school buildings; and (2) encourages state and local governments to coordinate their efforts to assist local schools, and to publicize the importance of healthful learning environments.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-07
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 5, 2019, through May 11, 2019, as "National Small Business Week" to honor the vital role of small business and the passion of entrepreneurs in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-360
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2019-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Economic performance and conditions
Small Business Administration
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Small Business Week and efforts to encourage consumers to shop locally. It also supports and encourages young entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and create more startup businesses.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of paying tribute to those individuals who have faithfully served and retired from the Armed Forces of the United States, supporting the goals and ideals of Military Retiree Appreciation Day, and encouraging the people of the United States to honor the past and continued service of military retirees to their local communities and the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-361
Sponsor: Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-10]
Introduced: 2019-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
National and community service
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: 
This resolution urges designation of a Military Retiree Appreciation Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of May 2019 as "Health and Fitness Month".

Bill: 116-hres-362
Sponsor: Rep. Veasey, Marc A. [D-TX-33]
Introduced: 2019-05-08 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Nutrition and diet
Physical fitness and lifestyle

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-08
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: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the roles and contributions of America's teachers to building and enhancing the Nation's civic, cultural, and economic well-being.

Bill: 116-hres-363
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution thanks and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in National Teacher Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the horrific anti-Semitic attack on the Chabad of Poway Synagogue near San Diego, California, on April 27, 2019.

Bill: 116-hres-364
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-52]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Hate crimes
Health personnel
Law enforcement officers
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution condemns the attack on the Chabad of Poway Synagogue near San Diego, California, on April 27, 2019.
 
It honors the memory of Lori Gilbert Kaye, who was killed.
 
It expresses hope for recovery of the three individuals who were injured.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 10, 2019, as "World Lupus Day".

Bill: 116-hres-365
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Immunology and vaccination
Medical research

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of World Lupus Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of May as Stroke Awareness Month.

Bill: 116-hres-366
Sponsor: Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Stroke Awareness Month.
 
It also encourages (1) support for the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of stroke; and (2) continued coordination and cooperation between government, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for individuals who suffer strokes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing that climate change most severely impacts vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in the United States and around the world, and that it is the responsibility of the United States Government to work with its global partners to promote environmental justice and climate justice.

Bill: 116-hres-367
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Air quality
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Environmental health
International organizations and cooperation
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution recognizes that climate change most severely impacts vulnerable and disadvantaged communities and urges the U.S. government to work with its global partners to pursue policies that prioritize climate adaptation among vulnerable and disadvantaged communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 6 through May 12, 2019, as National Nurses Week.

Bill: 116-hres-368
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Nursing

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
 This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals, and the designation, of National Nurses Week. 
 
It also recognizes the contributions of nurses to the U.S. health care system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives supporting the Federal workforce.

Bill: 116-hres-369
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Budget deficits and national debt
Congressional tributes
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that federal employees should be applauded for their work and that their salaries and benefits should not be uniquely targeted for deficit reduction. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that small business owners seeking financing have fundamental rights, including transparent pricing and terms, competitive products, responsible underwriting, fair treatment from financing providers, brokers, and lead generators, inclusive credit access, and fair collection practices.

Bill: 116-hres-370
Sponsor: Rep. Phillips, Dean [D-MN-3]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Business ethics
Business investment and capital
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution urges Congress to take all appropriate measures to use certain principles as a framework for potential legislation and regulations to protect small business owners seeking financing that would start, continue, or expand operations and create jobs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 10th anniversary of Outdoor Afro.

Bill: 116-hres-371
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2019-05-09 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Digital media
Outdoor recreation
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Racial and ethnic relations
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: 
This resolution supports the recognition of the 10th anniversary of Outdoor Afro (a nationwide network of volunteers who celebrate and inspire African-American connections to nature through recreational activities). 
 
The resolution also commends Outdoor Afro's leadership for changing the face of conservation by leading the way for inclusion in outdoor recreation and nature for all. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-09
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day.

Bill: 116-hres-373
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2019-05-10 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
First responders and emergency personnel
Roads and highways
State and local government operations
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of a National Move Over Law Day and urges national, state, and regional incident management organizations to spread awareness of, and promote adherence to, state move over laws. 
Move over laws
 generally require motorists to move at least one lane over when an emergency or rescue activity is taking place on the shoulder or side of the roadway, or if unable to do so safely, to slow down and pass the scene with caution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-13
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
Condemning Iranian state-sponsored terrorism and expressing support for the Iranian people's desire for a democratic, secular, and non-nuclear republic of Iran.

Bill: 116-hres-374
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-4]
Introduced: 2019-05-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Albania
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
France
Human rights
Iran
Middle East
Nuclear weapons
Protest and dissent
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: 
This resolution condemns Iranian state-sponsored terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and officials and Iranian dissidents and expresses support for the people of Iran who are engaged in legitimate and peaceful protests against the Iranian regime.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Terrorism.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the Fifth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.

Bill: 116-hres-375
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Introduced: 2019-05-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Crimes against women
Energy prices
Family relationships
Foreign aid and international relief
Government information and archives
Human rights
Human trafficking
International organizations and cooperation
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Missing persons
Nigeria
Oil and gas
Political movements and philosophies
Terrorism
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: 
This resolution calls for the immediate release of all Boko Haram captives, specifically the remaining Chibok schoolgirls and Leah Sharibu. The resolution also urges both Nigeria and the United States to take certain actions to address the abduction of women by Boko Haram.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Israeli-American heritage and the contributions of the Israeli-American community to the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-376
Sponsor: Rep. Zeldin, Lee M. [R-NY-1]
Introduced: 2019-05-10 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Citizenship and naturalization
Congressional tributes
Israel
Middle East
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: 
This resolution affirms that the Israeli-American community has contributed immensely to American society and culture. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-10
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 312) to reaffirm the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe reservation, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 987) to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to provide for Federal Exchange outreach and educational activities.

Bill: 116-hres-377
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Introduced: 2019-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 312) to reaffirm the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe reservation, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 987) to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to provide for Federal Exchange outreach and educational activities.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 188 (Roll no. 206). (text: CR H3801)
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 188 (Roll no. 206).(text: CR H3801)
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 228 - 189, 1 Present (Roll no. 205). (consideration: CR H3812)
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 377.
action_date: 2019-05-15
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3801-3813)
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 23.
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: The resolution provides for 90 minutes of debate on H.R. 5, under a closed rule. Section 2 of the resolution provides for 60 minutes of debate on H.R. 312, under a closed rule and section 3 provides 90 minutes of debate on H.R. 987, under a structured rule.
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 116-61, by Ms. Scanlon.
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 116-61, by Ms. Scanlon.
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Arthur "Art" Simon.

Bill: 116-hres-378
Sponsor: Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17]
Introduced: 2019-05-14 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Food assistance and relief
Foreign aid and international relief
Poverty and welfare assistance
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: 
This resolution honors the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Arthur Simon (founder of the advocacy organization Bread for the World, which seeks to end global hunger).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-05-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture.
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2019-05-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, 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: 2019-05-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-05-14
text: Introduced in House