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Supporting the designation of April 24 through April 30, 2022, as "National Crime Victims' Rights Week".

Bill: 117-hres-1055
Sponsor: Rep. Costa, Jim [D-CA-16]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution expresses strong support for the goals and theme of National Crime Victims' Rights Week: 
Rights, access, equity for all victims.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of April 10 as "Dolores Huerta Day", in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of Dolores Huerta.

Bill: 117-hres-1056
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Labor-management relations
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Women's rights
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of Dolores Huerta Day to honor Dolores Huerta's contributions to advancing civil rights and equality.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine, and calling on Vladimir Putin and the Russian Federation to remove all Russian forces from Ukraine, and to cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow the free flow of aid.

Bill: 117-hres-1057
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Conflicts and wars
Crimes against women
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International law and treaties
Military operations and strategy
Russia
Sex offenses
Ukraine
Violent crime
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution condemns the rape and assault of women by Russian forces in the occupied area of Bucha, Ukraine.
 
The resolution condemns the deliberate disruption of the free flow of humanitarian aid that is harming innocent civilians, particularly women.
 
 The resolution also highlights the critical importance of ensuring women meaningfully participate in the planning and execution of humanitarian actions and the negotiation of peace agreements to meet their unique needs and to protect their human rights.
 
Finally, the resolution calls on Vladimir Putin to
 
 
condemn sexual and gender-based violence against women and girls in this conflict;
 
hold all perpetrators who commit acts of sexual and gender-based violence accountable;
 
 cease all hostilities, protect human rights, and allow unencumbered humanitarian access; and
 
 remove all Russian Armed Forces, and other armed groups, from Ukraine.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should accede to the Rome Statute and become a full member of the International Criminal Court.

Bill: 117-hres-1058
Sponsor: Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution expresses that it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should accede to the Rome Statute and become a full member of the International Criminal Court.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing linemen, the profession of linemen, the contributions of these brave men and women who protect public safety, and expressing support for the designation of April 18, 2022, as National Lineman Appreciation Day.

Bill: 117-hres-1059
Sponsor: Rep. Rouzer, David [R-NC-7]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Electric power generation and transmission
First responders and emergency personnel
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution recognizes the efforts of linemen in keeping the electrical power on and protecting public safety.
 
 This resolution also expresses support for the designation of National Lineman Appreciation Day and recognizes linemen as first responders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of April 14, 2022, as "Remanufacturing Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1060
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Introduced: 2022-04-14 in the House
Policy area: Commerce

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of Remanufacturing Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-14
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month.

Bill: 117-hres-1061
Sponsor: Rep. Beatty, Joyce [D-OH-3]
Introduced: 2022-04-21 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: 
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Deaf History Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of San Joaquin Valley College.

Bill: 117-hres-1062
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-21]
Introduced: 2022-04-21 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: California
Commemorative events and holidays
Higher education

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: 
This resolution celebrates the 45th anniversary of San Joaquin Valley College in California.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-21
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of the week of April 25 through April 29, 2022, as "National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week".

Bill: 117-hres-1063
Sponsor: Rep. Hayes, Jahana [D-CT-5]
Introduced: 2022-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Specialized Instructional Support Personnel Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Establishing the Select Committee on Older Americans.

Bill: 117-hres-1064
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2022-04-26 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: 
This resolution temporarily establishes in the House of Representatives the Select Committee on Older Americans, which is comprised of 12 Members appointed by the Speaker (6 of whom shall be appointed on the recommendation of the minority leader).
 
The select committee must serve as a bipartisan forum to bring awareness to, and advance recommendations to address, economic, health, housing, and other issues facing older adults. The recommendations may not, however, address Medicare or Social Security. The select committee must submit a final report that details its activities within two years after the appointment of its members and terminates on the date it submits the final report.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-26
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of April 2022 as "Second Chance Month".

Bill: 117-hres-1066
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2022-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Criminal justice information and records
Criminal procedure and sentencing

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Second Chance Month to promote awareness of unnecessary legal and social barriers that prevent individuals with criminal records from becoming productive members of society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the lives of fallen Missouri police officers and expressing condolences to their families.

Bill: 117-hres-1067
Sponsor: Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4]
Introduced: 2022-04-27 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Law enforcement officers
Missouri

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: 
This resolution expresses deep condolences for the Missouri police officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 47th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.

Bill: 117-hres-1068
Sponsor: Rep. Lowenthal, Alan S. [D-CA-47]
Introduced: 2022-04-27 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Human rights
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: 
This resolution recognizes the significance of the 47th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. The resolution honors the contributions of Vietnamese Americans and honors the service of members of the U.S. Armed Forces and the South Vietnamese forces who fought in Vietnam, including those who gave their lives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2022-04-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 7 each year as "Brain Donation Awareness Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1069
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Neurological disorders
Organ and tissue donation and transplantation

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of Brain Donation Awareness Day to raise awareness of postmortem brain donation and its importance in scientific research on neurological conditions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E432-433)
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of Texas Army National Guard Specialist Bishop E. Evans.

Bill: 117-hres-1070
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
National Guard and reserves
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution acknowledges that Specialist Bishop E. Evans was discovered, deceased, along the Rio Grande, near Eagle Pass, Texas. The resolution also honors the life and service of Specialist Evans and recognizes that his actions resulted in the survival of two migrants.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Bill: 117-hres-1071
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution thanks the teachers of the United States and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to recognize National Teacher Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of April 30, 2022, as "National Adult Hepatitis B Vaccination Awareness Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1072
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Adult Hepatitis B Vaccination Awareness Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Bill: 117-hres-1073
Sponsor: Rep. Katko, John [R-NY-24]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crime prevention
Crime victims
Domestic violence and child abuse

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for National Child Abuse Prevention Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Weather Channel.

Bill: 117-hres-1074
Sponsor: Rep. McBath, Lucy [D-GA-6]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Weather Channel.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4583)
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for honoring Earth Day, and for other purposes.

Bill: 117-hres-1075
Sponsor: Rep. McEachin, A. Donald [D-VA-4]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution urges (1) the President to issue a proclamation recognizing Earth Day; and (2) governments and people to continue building upon the Paris Agreement and other efforts to ensure that future generations inherit a livable, sustainable, and ecologically rich planet. 
 
The resolution reaffirms that immediate action is needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ameliorate environmental injustices in order to protect our planet, public health, and overall well-being of all people and wildlife.
 
In addition, it encourages the American people to mark Earth Day by working to address environmental challenges, uplift indigenous environmental knowledge and stewardship practices, educate others about the need for year-round action, and honor the stewardship ethic for which Senator Gaylord Nelson stood.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Climate Change.
action_date: 2022-04-28
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: 2022-04-28
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: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of May 2, 2022, through May 5, 2022, as "National Small Business Week" to celebrate the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States.

Bill: 117-hres-1076
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2022-04-28 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Consumer affairs
Economic development
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government lending and loan guarantees
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Intellectual property
Internet, web applications, social media
Minority and disadvantaged businesses
Public contracts and procurement
Rural conditions and development
Small business
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Women in business

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: 
This resolution celebrates the contributions of small businesses in every U.S. community and supports the designation of National Small Business Week. Further, it supports efforts to provide small businesses with aid and assistance through certain programs and initiatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-28
text: Introduced in House
Less is More Resolution

Bill: 117-hres-1077
Sponsor: Rep. Good, Bob [R-VA-5]
Introduced: 2022-04-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Appropriations
Budget process
House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: 

Less is More Resolution

 
This resolution prohibits consideration of legislation in the House of Representatives if the legislation authorizes or appropriates funding for a new program without also reducing funding for at least two other federal programs. Each reduction must equal or exceed the amount authorized or appropriated for the new program.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
Promoting and supporting the goals and ideals of the Fair Housing Act and recognizing April 2022 as Fair Housing Month, which includes bringing attention to the discrimination faced by everyday Americans in the United States in housing and housing-related transactions on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, disability, and religion, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Bill: 117-hres-1078
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2022-04-29 in the House
Policy area: Housing and Community Development
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Housing discrimination
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and values of the 54th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act and for efforts to strengthen housing protections, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and recovery.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of December 5 of each year as "National Soil Health Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1079
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Introduced: 2022-04-29 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Soil Health Day and calls upon this celebration and its related activities to improve the awareness of U.S. farmers and agribusiness toward the importance of the air and water quality environment for all U.S. citizens.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 4, 2022, as a "National Day of Reason" and recognizing the central importance of reason in the betterment of humanity.

Bill: 117-hres-1080
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Introduced: 2022-04-29 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
General science and technology matters
Policy sciences
Science and engineering education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: 
This resolution (1) supports the designation of a National Day of Reason; and (2) encourages all citizens, residents, and visitors to focus on the central importance of reason, critical thought, the scientific method, and free inquiry to resolving social problems and promoting human welfare.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-04-29
text: Introduced in House