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Opposing any inclusion of apparel, textile, and footwear products in the Generalized System of Preferences.

Bill: 116-hres-1178
Sponsor: Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8]
Introduced: 2020-10-02 in the House
Policy area: Foreign Trade and International Finance
Subjects: Africa
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Free trade and trade barriers
Labor standards
Normal trade relations, most-favored-nation treatment
Trade restrictions

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: 
This resolution supports reauthorizing the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) but opposes any inclusion of apparel, textile, and footwear products in the GSP. Further, it recognizes that including apparel, textiles, and footwear in the GSP would be detrimental to certain imports to the United States and to jobs that depend on the trade generated by those imports.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2020-10-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on October 11, 2020, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.

Bill: 116-hres-1179
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2020-10-02 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Birds
Commemorative events and holidays
Endangered and threatened species
Hunting and fishing
Outdoor recreation
Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Wildlife Refuge Week.
 
The resolution acknowledges the importance of national wildlife refuges for their recreational opportunities and contribution to local economies. 
 
Finally, the resolution reaffirms the support of the House of Representatives for wildlife conservation and the National Wildlife Refuge System. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of September 21 through September 25, 2020, as "National Family Service Learning Week".

Bill: 116-hres-1180
Sponsor: Rep. Yarmuth, John A. [D-KY-3]
Introduced: 2020-10-02 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Family relationships
Public-private cooperation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses support for the designation of National Family Service Learning Week, (2) recognizes the importance of family service learning in cultivating civic engagement and community investment, and (3) encourages the public to support family service learning and community development programs. Family service learning is a multigenerational problem-solving approach that utilizes active participation to meet community needs and develop the skillsets of children and families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-02
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Rosalynn Smith Carter’s 50 years of mental health advocacy.

Bill: 116-hres-1181
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Introduced: 2020-10-06 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: 
This resolution recognizes the work of former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter on behalf of those affected by mental health disorders and substance use disorders.

action_date: 2020-12-10
text: 
This resolution recognizes the work of former First Lady Rosalynn Smith Carter on behalf of those affected by mental health disorders and substance use disorders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H7133-7134; text: CR H7133-7134)
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Mrs. Dingell asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.
action_date: 2020-12-10
text: Committee on Energy and Commerce discharged.
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the roles and the contributions of America's certified nurse-midwives and certified midwives in providing high-quality, evidence-based, cost-effective, and essential sexual and reproductive health care services to women and pregnant people.

Bill: 116-hres-1182
Sponsor: Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40]
Introduced: 2020-10-06 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Licensing and registrations
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: 
This resolution recognizes National Midwifery Week and the contributions of certified nurse-midwives and certified midwives in providing sexual and reproductive health care services.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-06
text: Introduced in House
Supporting respect for human rights and encouraging continued democratic progress in Ethiopia, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-1183
Sponsor: Rep. Bass, Karen [D-CA-37]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Conflicts and wars
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Due process and equal protection
Economic performance and conditions
Egypt
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Ethiopia
Food assistance and relief
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
News media and reporting
Political parties and affiliation
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
Rule of law and government transparency
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Sudan
Terrorism
U.S. and foreign investments
Violent crime
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
This resolution supports efforts to advance democratic reforms in Ethiopia, condemns actions to destroy and repress minority and protesting voices, and calls for specific measures to restore peace and foster democracy in Ethiopia.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the Clerk to read the Congressional Budget Office cost estimate of any bill immediately after the reading of the title of the bill.

Bill: 116-hres-1184
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
This resolution requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives, after reading a bill's title, to read the estimated cost of the bill as determined by the Congressional Budget Office.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of mental health globally and highlighting the contributions and value of mental health, well-being, psychosocial support, and human capacity, particularly in areas of economic inequity, development contexts, and humanitarian settings.

Bill: 116-hres-1185
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Foreign aid and international relief
Health care quality
Health personnel
Mental health
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
 This resolution recognizes the importance of World Mental Health Day and affirms the continued support of the United States to address mental health issues across countries and income levels, particularly in countries affected by conflict and disaster. 
 
Futher, it calls on relevant agencies to integrate mental health and psychosocial perspectives into their work, honors the importance of trained mental health workers, commends the dedication of those who work to improve the mental health of individuals and societies, and commends the contributions of individuals who have lived experience of mental health disorders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of biomedical research and thanking biomedical researchers in the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-1186
Sponsor: Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Health facilities and institutions
Health personnel
Higher education
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Medical research
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
This resolution commends biomedical researchers and other research entities for their work to improve the health of communities and encourages a continued commitment to biomedical research.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Seattle Storm women's basketball team on winning the 2020 Women's National Basketball Association championship.

Bill: 116-hres-1187
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Professional sports
Washington State

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
This resolution recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, fans, and staff whose dedication has helped the Seattle Storm women's basketball team win the 2020 Women's National Basketball Association championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Urging the people of the United States to observe the month of October 2020 as Italian and Italian-American Heritage Month.

Bill: 116-hres-1188
Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Historical and cultural resources
Italy

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
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: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the second Monday in October 2020 as "Indigenous Peoples' Day" to celebrate and honor Indigenous Peoples and their shared history and culture.

Bill: 116-hres-1189
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Introduced: 2020-10-09 in the House
Policy area: Native Americans
Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
General Native American affairs matters
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: 
This resolution honors and recognizes the unique contributions that indigenous peoples have made to the United States. It also supports the designation of Indigenous Peoples' Day to replace Columbus Day as a federal holiday.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-09
text: Introduced in House
Thanking and promoting the professions of perinatal nurses by encouraging participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week.

Bill: 116-hres-1190
Sponsor: Rep. Roybal-Allard, Lucille [D-CA-40]
Introduced: 2020-10-13 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Nursing
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-13
text: 
This resolution expresses gratitude to perinatal nurses and encourages participation in National Perinatal Nurses Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-10-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-13
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the World Food Program on the occasion of being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.

Bill: 116-hres-1191
Sponsor: Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Food assistance and relief
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Foreign aid and international relief
International organizations and cooperation
Nutrition and diet
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' affirmation of and commitment to the mission of the United Nations World Food Programme on the occasion of its being awarded the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the goals of November National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and for the early detection of lung cancer.

Bill: 116-hres-1192
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Lung Cancer Awareness Month and efforts to increase awareness of lung cancer and lung cancer screening.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of October 2020 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

Bill: 116-hres-1193
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Juvenile crime and gang violence

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Youth Justice Action Month. It acknowledges that the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth arrested for crimes before the age of 18.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Nancy Pelosi should be removed from her position as Speaker of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-1194
Sponsor: Rep. Collins, Doug [R-GA-9]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: California
Congressional leadership
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Representative Nancy Pelosi is unfit to continue serving as Speaker of the House of Representatives and should be removed from that position.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Condemning Turkey's attacks on United States forces and allies and Turkey's continued support for terrorist organizations.

Bill: 116-hres-1195
Sponsor: Rep. Gabbard, Tulsi [D-HI-2]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Asia
Collective security
Conflicts and wars
Europe
International organizations and cooperation
Military operations and strategy
Syria
Terrorism
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution condemns Turkey's attacks on U.S. forces and allies and demands the end of Turkey's support of terrorist groups. The resolution also calls on the President to work with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to remove Turkey from NATO.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Calling for an end to escalating violence in the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave, for each side to return to the peace process, and for external parties to cease their support for and interference in the conflict.

Bill: 116-hres-1196
Sponsor: Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armenia
Asia
Azerbaijan
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Turkey

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution calls on leaders in Azerbaijan and Armenia to de-escalate the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, a disputed region also known as Artsakh, and urges external parties to refrain from participation in the conflict. The resolution reaffirms U.S. support for efforts to secure an agreement to cease military operations in Nagorno-Karabakh.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-11-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2020, as a national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.

Bill: 116-hres-1197
Sponsor: Rep. Pence, Greg [R-IN-6]
Introduced: 2020-10-16 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Lebanon
Middle East
Military personnel and dependents
Terrorism
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of a national day of remembrance for members of the U.S. Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2020-10-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-16
text: Introduced in House
Calling on States to implement "ban the box" legislation.

Bill: 116-hres-1198
Sponsor: Rep. Rush, Bobby L. [D-IL-1]
Introduced: 2020-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Criminal justice information and records
Employee hiring
Employment discrimination and employee rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: 
This resolution calls on states to implement legislation that prohibits inquiries related to conviction history during the initial processes of employment.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Tampa Bay Lightning for winning the 2020 Stanley Cup Final.

Bill: 116-hres-1199
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Introduced: 2020-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Florida
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: 
This resolution congratulates the Tampa Bay Lightning for becoming the 2020 National Hockey League Stanley Cup champions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2020-10-20
text: Introduced in House