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Urging the United States to uphold its commitments under international treaties related to refugees and asylum-seekers and halt deportations of Cameroonian citizens.

Bill: 116-hres-1221
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2020-11-16 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Africa
Border security and unlawful immigration
Cameroon
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Conflicts and wars
Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Evidence and witnesses
Government studies and investigations
Health care coverage and access
Human rights
Immigrant health and welfare
Immigration status and procedures
Infectious and parasitic diseases
International law and treaties
Louisiana
Mississippi
News media and reporting
Protest and dissent
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: 
This resolution urges the United States to uphold its commitments under U.S. law and international treaties related to asylum seekers and also urges the Department of Homeland Security to stop detentions for legitimate asylum seekers. The resolution also calls on the government of Cameroon to respect the fundamental rights of its citizens.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2020-11-16
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Reaffirming the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States must lead the world in preventing further nuclear proliferation, while also reducing and eventually eliminating all nuclear weapons.

Bill: 116-hres-1222
Sponsor: Rep. Beyer, Donald S., Jr. [D-VA-8]
Introduced: 2020-11-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Arms control and nonproliferation
Asia
Aviation and airports
China
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International law and treaties
Military operations and strategy
Nuclear weapons
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for sustained dialogue between the United States, Russia, and China to reduce the threats posed by nuclear weapons. The resolution calls on the President to extend the New START Treaty for five years and urges the current administration to withdraw its declared intent to leave the Treaty on Open Skies.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals of World AIDS Day.

Bill: 116-hres-1223
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2020-11-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Child health
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Crimes against children
Crimes against women
Disability and health-based discrimination
Drug therapy
Foreign aid and international relief
HIV/AIDS
Health care coverage and access
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
International organizations and cooperation
Minority health
Women's health
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: 
This resolution encourages people around the world to work towards ending the HIV epidemic by 2030, and it commends efforts and achievements in combating HIV/AIDS. Further, it supports funding and other actions to promote prevention, care and treatment services, and research programs for communities and people impacted by HIV.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-16
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: 2020-11-16
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: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-16
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the National Urban League on its 110th year of service to the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-1225
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2020-11-17 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Economic performance and conditions
Racial and ethnic relations
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Urban and suburban affairs and development

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: 
 This resolution congratulates the National Urban League on its 110 years of service and commends its efforts to continue addressing systemic racism and economic inequality and fighting for the rights of all Americans to live with freedom, dignity, and prosperity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of November 16-22, 2020, as "National Drone Safety Awareness Week".

Bill: 116-hres-1226
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Introduced: 2020-11-17 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of National Drone Safety Awareness Week, and (2) supports a strong and robust partnership between the Federal Aviation Administration and stakeholders to ensure all drone operators understand the importance of drone safety.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and honoring Dawn Wooten and the integral role that whistleblowers play in holding accountable those that endanger members of the public and violate this Nation's laws, often at great personal expense and risk.

Bill: 116-hres-1227
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Introduced: 2020-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Congressional tributes
Detention of persons
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Georgia
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Health personnel
Immigrant health and welfare
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the role of whistleblowers and honors Dawn Wooten for reporting about alleged unlawful practices occurring at the Irwin County Detention Center in Georgia.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the cultures and contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-1228
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2020-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Native Americans
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
General Native American affairs matters

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: 
This resolution recognizes National Native American Heritage Month and Native American Heritage Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of November 18, 2020, as "National GIS Day".

Bill: 116-hres-1229
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Introduced: 2020-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Computers and information technology
Economic performance and conditions
Geography and mapping
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National GIS Day. 
 
The resolution encourages users of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, educators, students, and innovators to continue to employ GIS to learn and explore; analyze and address societal, environmental, and other challenges; and drive economic growth for the betterment of the people of the United States and individuals around the world.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for a national day of mourning in recognition of the lives lost as a result of COVID-19.

Bill: 116-hres-1230
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2020-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Monuments and memorials
National symbols

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: 
This resolution expresses support for a National Day of Mourning for the lives lost as a result of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). It encourages Americans and the President to commemorate the day by observing a moment of silence and ordering flags flown at half-staff, respectively.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Calling for an end to enforced disappearances in Asia and around the world, and calling upon the United States to ratify the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance.

Bill: 116-hres-1231
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-30]
Introduced: 2020-11-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Assault and harassment offenses
China
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Due process and equal protection
Family relationships
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Indonesia
International law and treaties
Judicial procedure and administration
Law enforcement administration and funding
Lawyers and legal services
Missing persons
News media and reporting
Pakistan
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Sri Lanka
Terrorism
United Nations
Violent crime
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: 
This resolution calls on the United States to support measures to assist victims of enforced disappearances around the world and ensure that alleged perpetrators of enforced disappearances are held accountable. The resolution urges China, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Pakistan specifically to take steps to eliminate the practice of enforced disappearances and uphold human rights for all. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Designating November 2020 as "National College Application Month".

Bill: 116-hres-1232
Sponsor: Rep. Wild, Susan [D-PA-7]
Introduced: 2020-11-19 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Education of the disadvantaged
Government information and archives
Higher education
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National College Application Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-19
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Seventeenth Congress.

Bill: 116-hres-1233
Sponsor: Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5]
Introduced: 2020-11-20 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Books and print media
Congressional operations and organization
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: 
This resolution requires the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the 117th Congress.

action_date: 2020-11-20
text: 
This resolution requires the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the 117th Congress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6007)
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Mr. Hoyer asked unanimous consent to consider as introduced.
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H6007)
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance of memorializing the lives lost this year to antitransgender violence.

Bill: 116-hres-1234
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Joseph P., III [D-MA-4]
Introduced: 2020-11-20 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crime prevention
Crimes against women
Government studies and investigations
Hate crimes
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance, memorializing the lives lost to anti-transgender violence this year. The resolution also recognizes that alarming trends of increased violence against transgender Americans, particularly against transgender women of color, are unacceptable.
 
The resolution supports efforts to study, respond to, and prevent violence against transgender people.
 
Finally, the resolution affirms the principle that every person is endowed with basic human rights and also recognizes the bravery and resilience of the transgender community as it fights for equal dignity and respect.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition and celebration of the vital role of small businesses, along with the efforts of the Small Business Administration to help Americans start, build, and grow businesses.

Bill: 116-hres-1235
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2020-11-20 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Community life and organization
Congressional tributes
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: 
This resolution recognizes that small businesses need our patronage in the face of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019), and it celebrates small businesses by (1) acknowledging the importance of promoting a business-friendly environment for small business owners, (2) encouraging young entrepreneurs to pursue their passions and create more startup businesses, and (3) conveying appreciation for the ways small businesses support their communities and workers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-20
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 80th birthday of Bruce Jun Fan Lee and the immense and positive impact that his legacy continues to have in creating a bridge between cultures, championing values of self-respect, self-discipline, and tolerance in our Nation, and pioneering and cultivating new and innovative genres of martial arts, representation in media, and guiding philosophies in the United States and around the world.

Bill: 116-hres-1236
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27]
Introduced: 2020-11-24 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Asia
Athletes
China
Congressional tributes
Racial and ethnic relations
Television and film

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: 
This resolution honors the life and impact of Bruce Jun Fan Lee, a martial arts master and actor and an American success story whose legacy of persistence and honor resonates and inspires millions of citizens and recognizes the importance of his teachings as a catalyst for popular culture and Chinese-American history in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1237
Sponsor: Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]
Introduced: 2020-11-24 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for (1) the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month, including encouraging individuals to fight diabetes through public awareness about prevention and treatment options and enhancing education about the disease; and (2) decreasing the prevalence of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes in the United States through increased research, treatment, and prevention.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding prioritizing the COVID-19 vaccine for members of the military.

Bill: 116-hres-1238
Sponsor: Rep. DesJarlais, Scott [R-TN-4]
Introduced: 2020-11-24 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Military education and training
Military medicine
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: 
This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for a policy that prioritizes vaccination of military personnel and trainees against COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designating November 2020 National Career Development Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1239
Sponsor: Rep. Langevin, James R. [D-RI-2]
Introduced: 2020-11-24 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employment and training programs

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Career Development Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing condemnation for police brutality wherever in the world it occurs.

Bill: 116-hres-1240
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2020-11-24 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Crime prevention
Firearms and explosives
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Protest and dissent
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Trade restrictions

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: 
This resolution condemns police brutality.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2020-11-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-24
text: Introduced in House
Censuring Representative Bill Pascrell of New Jersey.

Bill: 116-hres-1241
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2020-11-27 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
New Jersey

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-27
text: 
This resolution censures Representative Bill Pascrell for filing complaints against attorneys representing the campaign of President Donald Trump. The resolution states that Representative Pascrell's conduct threatens the livelihoods of American citizens in a way that is not befitting an elected Member of the House of Representatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
action_date: 2020-11-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-27
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Alamo Colleges District.

Bill: 116-hres-1242
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Introduced: 2020-11-30 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Higher education
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2020-11-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes and celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Alamo Colleges District.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-11-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-11-30
text: Introduced in House