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Condemning the false, inflammatory, and racially offensive statements made by the President of the United States regarding four women of color who are duly elected Members of the One Hundred Sixteenth Congress.

Bill: 116-hres-494
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2019-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Constitution and constitutional amendments
House of Representatives
Immigration status and procedures
Members of Congress
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: 
This resolution condemns as false, inflammatory, and racially offensive statements made by the President regarding four women of color who are duly elected Members of Congress.
 
It calls upon all Americans to celebrate the ethnic, racial, and religious diversity that has made the United States the leader of the community of nations and the beacon of hope and inspiration to oppressed persons everywhere. It encourages all persons in the nation to cherish and exercise the rights, privileges, and responsibilities guaranteed by the Constitution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the prevention of Iran from obtaining or developing nuclear weapons.

Bill: 116-hres-495
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Introduced: 2019-07-16 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International organizations and cooperation
Iran
Middle East
Nuclear weapons

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: 
This resolution calls upon the United States and Iran to resume their obligations under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear agreement and urges all parties to reduce conflict.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Affirming that all Americans have the right to participate in boycotts in pursuit of civil and human rights at home and abroad, as protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution.

Bill: 116-hres-496
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2019-07-16 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: First Amendment rights
Human rights
Protest and dissent

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: 
This resolution affirms that Americans have the right to participate in boycotts in pursuit of civil and human rights at home and abroad, as protected by the First Amendment to the Constitution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-16
text: Introduced in House
Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, of high misdemeanors.

Bill: 116-hres-498
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2019-07-17 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Congressional-executive branch relations
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Immigrant health and welfare
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: 
This resolution impeaches President Trump of high misdemeanors based on racist comments that have legitimized and increased fear and hatred of new Americans and people of color.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 332 - 95, 1 Present (Roll no. 483).
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Mr. McCarthy moved to table the measure.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5973-5974; text: CR H5973)
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: QUESTION OF THE PRIVILEGES OF THE HOUSE - Mr. Al Green (TX) rose to a question of the privileges of the House and submitted a resolution. The Clerk reported the text of the resolution and the Chair determined that the resolution did constitute a question of the privileges of the House.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the Trump Administration's systematic cruel and inhumane treatment of migrants, particularly children, at the southern border.

Bill: 116-hres-499
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Introduced: 2019-07-17 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Child safety and welfare
Detention of persons
Immigrant health and welfare
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: 
This resolution condemns the Trump Administration's treatment of migrants, particularly children, at the southern border. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E937)
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the benefits of digitization of the mortgage process.

Bill: 116-hres-500
Sponsor: Rep. Duffy, Sean P. [R-WI-7]
Introduced: 2019-07-17 in the House
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Business records
Digital media
Government information and archives
Housing finance and home ownership
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: 
This resolution supports the use of digitization and electronic signatures in the mortgage process.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Nelson Mandela International Day.

Bill: 116-hres-501
Sponsor: Rep. Lewis, John [D-GA-5]
Introduced: 2019-07-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Political movements and philosophies
South Africa
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: 
This resolution recognizes the international importance of Nelson Mandela's legacy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-17
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the United States Women's National Team for its win on July 7, 2019, of the 2019 Fédération Internationale de Football Association Women's World Cup, and for becoming the most successful team in international women's soccer.

Bill: 116-hres-502
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Introduced: 2019-07-18 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: 
This resolution congratulates the U.S. Women's National Team for its win on July 7, 2019, of the 2019 Federation Internationale de Football Association Women's World Cup and for becoming the most successful team in international women's soccer.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and honoring the 50th anniversary of SEARCH, The National Consortium for Justice Information and Statistics, headquartered in Sacramento, California.

Bill: 116-hres-503
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Introduced: 2019-07-18 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Criminal justice information and records

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes and honors SEARCH (i.e., The National Consortium for Justice Information and Statistics) on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-hres-504
Sponsor: Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-43]
Introduced: 2019-07-18 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
HIV/AIDS
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing July 28, 2019, as "World Hepatitis Day".

Bill: 116-hres-505
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2019-07-18 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health care coverage and access
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses support for broad access to hepatitis treatments and for raising awareness of the risks and consequences of undiagnosed hepatitis infections, (2) calls for a robust governmental and public health response to protect the health of people in the United States, and (3) urges the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to partner with state and local health departments to develop strategies to increase the rate of hepatitis B adult vaccination and hepatitis C treatment to the levels necessary to eliminate new infections in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-18
text: Introduced in House
Welcoming the inaugural visit to the United States of the 22d Prime Minister of Pakistan and continuing support and commitment to the long and enduring friendship between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

Bill: 116-hres-506
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Introduced: 2019-07-22 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Pakistan
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-22
text: 
This resolution (1) welcomes the inaugural visit of the 22nd Prime Minister of Pakistan, and (2) expresses commitment to U.S.-Pakistan friendship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-31
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2019-07-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-07-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-22
text: Introduced in House
Affirming the validity of subpoenas duly issued and investigations undertaken by any standing or permanent select committee of the House of Representatives pursuant to authorities delegated by the Constitution and the Rules of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 116-hres-507
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
Congressional oversight
Congressional-executive branch relations
Evidence and witnesses
Executive Office of the President
Federal officials
Government studies and investigations
House of Representatives
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution ratifies and affirms current and future House investigations and subpoenas related to the President.

action_date: 2019-07-24
text: 
This resolution ratifies and affirms current and future House investigations and subpoenas related to the President.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-24
text: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 509, H. Res. 507 is considered passed House. (consideration: CR H7312-7313; text: CR H7312-7313)
action_date: 2019-07-24
text: Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 509, H. Res. 507 is considered passed House.(consideration: CR H7312-7313; text: CR H7312-7313)
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the 50th anniversary of the return of the Indiana Rangers.

Bill: 116-hres-508
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Indiana
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
National Guard and reserves
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the return from service in the Vietnam War of the Indiana Rangers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Affirming United States support to the countries of Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova in their effort to retain political sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Bill: 116-hres-510
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Asia
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Energy storage, supplies, demand
Europe
European Union
Foreign aid and international relief
Georgia (Republic)
Germany
International organizations and cooperation
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Moldova
Russia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Trade agreements and negotiations
Ukraine

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses support for the democratically elected governments of Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova and their integration into the European Union; (2) calls on Russia to cease its malicious activities against Ukraine, Georgia, and Moldova; and (3) encourages increased cooperation between these countries and the United States to counter Russian hostility in the region. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of the Navy should take a leading role in the mitigation of cross-border spills, discharges, and debris in the Tijuana River that impact national security interests of the United States.

Bill: 116-hres-511
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Susan A. [D-CA-53]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
California
Lakes and rivers
Latin America
Mexico
Military civil functions
Military facilities and property
Solid waste and recycling
Water quality

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution calls for the Department of the Navy to take a leading role in the mitigation of cross-border spills, discharges, and debris in the Tijuana River that impact national security interests.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws.

Bill: 116-hres-512
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution calls on the President and the Department of State to (1) make the repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws a priority in bilateral relationships between the United States and countries that have such laws; (2) designate countries that enforce such laws as countries of particular concern for religious freedom; and (3) oppose efforts by the United Nations to implement an international anti-blasphemy norm. The resolution also calls on the governments of countries that enforce such laws to amend or repeal them and to release anyone imprisoned pursuant to them. 

action_date: 2020-12-07
text: 
This resolution calls on the President and the Department of State to (1) make the repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws a priority in bilateral relationships between the United States and countries that have such laws; (2) designate countries that enforce such laws as countries of particular concern for religious freedom; and (3) oppose efforts by the United Nations to implement an international anti-blasphemy norm. The resolution also calls on the governments of countries that enforce such laws to amend or repeal them and to release anyone imprisoned pursuant to them. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 3, 1 Present (Roll no. 236). (text: CR H6865)
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 386 - 3, 1 Present (Roll no. 236).(text: CR H6865)
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6883)
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 512.
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6864-6867)
action_date: 2020-12-07
text: Mr. Raskin moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2020-03-04
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2020-03-04
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the vital importance of democracy in the United States and encouraging State and local governments to aide citizens in reflecting on the contributions of democracy to a more free and stable world.

Bill: 116-hres-513
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Civics education
Political movements and philosophies
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution recognizes (1) the importance of reminding U.S. citizens of the vital importance of democracy, and (2) the sacrifices of past generations to preserve the freedoms and principles of the United States.
 
The resolution encourages (1) state and local governments to also recognize the importance of helping individuals understand the vital importance of democracy, and (2) the people of the United States to reflect on and appreciate the contributions made by the democratic system of government created by the Constitution to a more free and stable world.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
Committing to elevate the voices, leadership, and needs of communities that face systemic barriers in the effort to end sexual violence and support all survivors of sexual violence and gender-based violence, including immigrant survivors, survivors who are incarcerated, survivors with disabilities, survivors of color, American Indian or Alaska Native survivors, survivors of child sexual abuse, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex survivors.

Bill: 116-hres-514
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Introduced: 2019-07-23 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Alaska Natives and Hawaiians
Assault and harassment offenses
Correctional facilities and imprisonment
Crime prevention
Crime victims
Crimes against children
Disability and health-based discrimination
Domestic violence and child abuse
Immigrant health and welfare
Racial and ethnic relations
Sex offenses
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: 
This resolution expresses a commitment to support survivors of sexual violence, including to pursue legislative solutions to address the unique needs and experiences of such survivors. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2019-07-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, 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: 2019-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, 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: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2019-07-23
text: Introduced in House