hyperdemocracy/usc-billstatus huggingface dataset:
Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-1072
Sponsor: Rep. Cheney, Liz [R-WY-At Large]
Introduced: 2020-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Agriculture
House Committee on Foreign Affairs
House Committee on Homeland Security
House Committee on Natural Resources
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) Representative Troy Balderson of Ohio to Agriculture, (2) Representative Mike Garcia of California to Homeland Security, (3) Representative Mark Green of Tennessee to Foreign Affairs, and (4) Representative Pete Stauber of Minnesota to Natural Resources.

action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution elects specified Members to the following House committees: (1) Representative Troy Balderson of Ohio to Agriculture, (2) Representative Mike Garcia of California to Homeland Security, (3) Representative Mark Green of Tennessee to Foreign Affairs, and (4) Representative Pete Stauber of Minnesota to Natural Resources.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4177)
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4177)
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the view that every individual is created equal and made in the image of God and the modern Democratic Party's use of identity politics rejects all attempts to unite America and instead focuses on dividing individuals into groups in order to achieve power.

Bill: 116-hres-1073
Sponsor: Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13]
Introduced: 2020-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Political parties and affiliation

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the modern Democratic Party's use of identity politics rejects all attempts to unite America and instead focuses on dividing individuals into groups in order to achieve power.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in House
In the matter of Representative David Schweikert.

Bill: 116-hres-1074
Sponsor: Rep. Deutch, Theodore E. [D-FL-22]
Introduced: 2020-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution adopts the report of the Committee on Ethics dated July 30, 2020, and titled 
 In the Matter of Allegations Relating to Representative David Schweikert
. (Among other things, the report recommends a reprimand and a fine.)

action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution adopts the report of the Committee on Ethics dated July 30, 2020, and titled 
In the Matter of Allegations Relating to Representative David Schweikert
. (Among other things, the report recommends a reprimand and a fine.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4194-4195)
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: The previous question was ordered without objection.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 1074.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H4194-4197)
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating one year since the domestic terror attack motivated by white supremacy occurred in El Paso, Texas, on August 3, 2019.

Bill: 116-hres-1075
Sponsor: Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]
Introduced: 2020-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
First responders and emergency personnel
Hate crimes
Health personnel
Law enforcement officers
Texas
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution remembers the victims, survivors, and the El Paso community on the one-year anniversary of the deadliest attack against Latinos in recent history. 
 
The resolution offers condolences and support for everyone impacted by the tragedy.
 
The resolution thanks the first responders and law enforcement for their swift action. 
 
The resolution acknowledges the work that remains to combat racism, xenophobia, terrorism, and hate crimes, including by passing legislation to curb gun violence. 
 
Finally, the resolution commits to ensuring that another tragedy such as this never happens again.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of Congress that the date of the 2020 United States Presidential election shall be held on November 3, 2020.

Bill: 116-hres-1076
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Introduced: 2020-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
News media and reporting
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution confirms that the 2020 presidential election shall be held on November 3, 2020. It recognizes that the United States shall hold elections as constitutionally mandated and legally authorized.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the continued importance of the United States-Lebanon relationship.

Bill: 116-hres-1077
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-18]
Introduced: 2020-07-31 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Economic performance and conditions
Foreign aid and international relief
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
International monetary system and foreign exchange
Lebanon
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Multilateral development programs
Political parties and affiliation
Protest and dissent
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution recognizes the role of Lebanon and its institutions as historic examples of democratic values in the Middle East and expresses support for the continuation of democracy and democratic ideals in Lebanon. Further, the resolution recognizes the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) as the sole institution entrusted with the defense of the sovereignty of Lebanon and supports strengthening U.S. partnerships with the LAF.
 
The resolution also expresses support for the rights of the Lebanese people, and it encourages Lebanon to combat corruption in government, execute structural reforms, and work with international financial institutions to stabilize the economy. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Terrorism Discharged.
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2020-10-01
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2020-08-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and International Terrorism.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 19 through September 26, 2020, as "National Estuaries Week".

Bill: 116-hres-1078
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Introduced: 2020-07-31 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Wetlands
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Estuaries Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-07-31
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of August 9 through 15, 2020, as National Health Center Week and encourages all Americans to take part in this week by visiting their local health center and celebrating the important partnership between America's community health centers and the communities they serve.

Bill: 116-hres-1079
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2020-08-07 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Health facilities and institutions

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-07
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Health Center Week and encourages Americans to participate in this week by visiting their local health center.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-08-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-07
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Secretary of the Interior to approve the designation of Hemming Park in Jacksonville, Florida, as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network.

Bill: 116-hres-1080
Sponsor: Rep. Lawson, Al, Jr. [D-FL-5]
Introduced: 2020-08-11 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Florida
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Historic sites and heritage areas
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Hemming Park in Jacksonville, Florida, as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network. Hemming Park stood at the center of the 1960s race riots in Jacksonville, Florida, where ax handles were used to beat African Americans who were attempting to desegregate lunch counters.
 
The resolution recognizes designating Hemming Park as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network shall mark the day of the Ax Handle Saturday attack as a reminder of what happened and honor those who stood up for justice.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the role of democracies in responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, democracy's resiliency, the dangers of authoritarianism, and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to democratic principles.

Bill: 116-hres-1081
Sponsor: Rep. Loudermilk, Barry [R-GA-11]
Introduced: 2020-08-11 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government information and archives
Human rights
Infectious and parasitic diseases
International organizations and cooperation
News media and reporting
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: 
This resolution recognizes the commitment of democracies to democratic values and institutions in their response to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019), and it condemns those who would use the pandemic to consolidate undemocratic power and violate human rights. Further, it expresses remembrance of the U.S. commitment to fundamental democratic principles and calls on democracies and international institutions to remember their promise of transparency, integrity, and the free flow of information.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House that the Department of Justice should defend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148; 124 Stat. 119) and halt its efforts to repeal, sabotage, or undermine health care protections for millions of people in the United States in the midst of the public health emergency relating to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Bill: 116-hres-1082
Sponsor: Rep. Spanberger, Abigail Davis [D-VA-7]
Introduced: 2020-08-11 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Health programs administration and funding
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Judicial review and appeals

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Justice (DOJ) should defend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) in ongoing litigation. Currently, DOJ supports the ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit that upheld a district court ruling that certain provisions of the PPACA are not severable from the remainder of the Act and therefore that the entire law is invalid. The Fifth Circuit's ruling is currently pending appeal before the U.S. Supreme Court.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-11
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Federal Government immediately restore justice, order, and domestic tranquility to protect Federal property, Federal law enforcement and other personnel, and the constitutional rights of United States citizens in Portland, Oregon, Seattle, Washington, and cities across the country.

Bill: 116-hres-1083
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2020-08-14 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Crimes against property
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Terrorism
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: 
This resolution recognizes that federal law enforcement, federal property, and citizens' rights must be protected. 
 
The resolution strongly condemns the violence, destruction, crimes, and terrorism throughout our nation and urges justice, order, and domestic tranquility to be restored immediately.
 
Finally, the resolution urges the Department of Justice to prosecute all individuals engaged in these activities to the fullest extent of the law.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of August 7 through 14, 2020, as World Mask Week, and encouraging all Americans to wear appropriate face coverings to protect themselves and to protect older Americans or others with health conditions that increase the risks of serious illness due to COVID-19.

Bill: 116-hres-1084
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28]
Introduced: 2020-08-14 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Economic performance and conditions
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health promotion and preventive care
Health technology, devices, supplies
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of World Mask Week and encourages Americans to wear face coverings and take other preventive measures to reduce the transmission of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) and the virus that causes the disease.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
Condemning targeted terrorist attacks against members of the Sikh, Hindu, and other religious minority communities in Afghanistan and supporting refugee protection for Sikhs and Hindus in Afghanistan in recognition of the systematic religious persecution, discrimination, and existential danger faced by the members of these communities.

Bill: 116-hres-1085
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Introduced: 2020-08-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: 
This resolution condemns terrorist attacks and religious persecution against Sikhs and Hindus in Afghanistan. The resolution supports the resettling of Sikhs and Hindus from Afghanistan as refugees in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-14
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: 2020-08-14
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: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-14
text: Introduced in House
48-Hour Bill Review Resolution

Bill: 116-hres-1086
Sponsor: Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6]
Introduced: 2020-08-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Digital media
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: 

48-Hour Bill Review Resolution

 
This resolution prohibits consideration of a bill, joint resolution, resolution, or conference report in the House of Representatives unless its text has been publicly available in electronic form for 48 hours.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance and significance of the Justice Bell in the women's suffrage movement.

Bill: 116-hres-1087
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Introduced: 2020-08-18 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Constitution and constitutional amendments
National symbols
Voting rights
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which provided for women's suffrage. It also recognizes the Justice Bell as a symbol for women's suffrage.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
Urging the Secretary of the Interior to approve the designation of James Weldon Johnson Park in Jacksonville, Florida, as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network.

Bill: 116-hres-1088
Sponsor: Rep. Lawson, Al, Jr. [D-FL-5]
Introduced: 2020-08-18 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Florida
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Historic sites and heritage areas
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of James Weldon Johnson Park in Jacksonville, Florida, as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network. The park stood at the center of the 1960s race riots in Jacksonville where ax handles were used to beat African Americans who were attempting to desegregate lunch counters.
 
The resolution recognizes designating James Weldon Johnson Park as part of the National Park Service's African American Civil Rights Network shall mark the day of the Ax Handle Saturday attack as a reminder of what happened and honor those who stood up for justice.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-09-10
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Nation should honor and recognize military families who have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 crisis.

Bill: 116-hres-1089
Sponsor: Rep. Vela, Filemon [D-TX-34]
Introduced: 2020-08-18 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Congressional tributes
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives to honor the military families who have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) crisis.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Islam as one of the great religions of the world.

Bill: 116-hres-1090
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2020-08-21 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-21
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: 2020-08-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-08-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-08-21
text: Introduced in House