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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that United States policy should encourage Russian Government officials, including diplomats, to abandon Putin's war with Ukraine, and that Russian officials who defect should be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees if they clear all applicable vetting and security procedures.

Bill: 117-hres-989
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2022-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Immigration status and procedures
Military operations and strategy
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Russia
Ukraine

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: 
This resolution expresses that it is the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. policy should encourage Russian government officials to abandon Vladimir Putin's war with Ukraine, and that Russian officials who defect should be granted expedited admission to the United States as refugees if they clear all applicable vetting and security procedures.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Opposing engaging Russia for reviving any form of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran, opposing removing terrorism sanctions on Iran while Iran's support of terrorist activities remains unchanged, opposing restoring any form of the JCPOA while the issue of Iran's undeclared nuclear activities remains unresolved.

Bill: 117-hres-990
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Introduced: 2022-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
Conflicts and wars
Congressional oversight
Europe
Government studies and investigations
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Iran
Licensing and registrations
Middle East
Nuclear weapons
Russia
Sanctions
Terrorism
Trade restrictions

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: 
This resolution rejects and opposes engaging Russia as a main intermediary for reviving any nuclear agreement with Iran.
 
The resolution rejects and opposes giving Russia any sanctions exemption or waiver as a condition to any nuclear agreement with Iran.
 
The resolution rejects and opposes any agreement that lifts sanctions on Iran and legitimizes the regime's illicit nuclear program amidst an International Atomic Energy Agency investigation into undeclared sites, facilities, and material in Iran.
 
The resolution also reaffirms
 
 
 that any nuclear deal with Iran reached by the Biden administration without congressional approval or Senate ratification as a treaty is illegitimate;
 
 to take every legislative opportunity to overturn such an agreement;
 
to restore every single sanction, restrictive measure, designation, waiver, or general license the Biden administration removes; and
 
to limit the Biden administration's or any future administration's ability to issue waivers and licenses for Iran sanctions, designations, or restrictive measures.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President of the United States should take immediate steps to support the transfer of requested fighter aircraft to the Government of Ukraine for self-defense against invasion of their sovereign state.

Bill: 117-hres-991
Sponsor: Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4]
Introduced: 2022-03-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Aviation and airports
Conflicts and wars
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
International organizations and cooperation
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Poland
Russia
Ukraine

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: 
This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives affirms its support for equipping the Ukrainian Air Force with MiG-29 fighter aircraft and calls upon the President to support, pursue, and facilitate such transfers, including by way of approaches to replacing allied aircraft contributions with appropriate aircraft, in support of Ukrainian self-defense in cooperation with willing allied partners. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the State of New Hampshire and supporting the designation of March 19 and 20, 2022, as "New Hampshire Maple Weekend".

Bill: 117-hres-992
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the state of New Hampshire. It also supports the designation of New Hampshire Maple Weekend.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nation's seniors each year.

Bill: 117-hres-993
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Aging
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability assistance
Food assistance and relief
Members of Congress
Nutrition and diet
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the important role of local nutrition programs supported through the Older Americans Act of 1965 in addressing senior hunger, malnutrition, and isolation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and reaffirming the strong relationship between the United States and the Pacific Islands.

Bill: 117-hres-994
Sponsor: Rep. Case, Ed [D-HI-1]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Air quality
Alliances
Alternative and renewable resources
Asia
Australia
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Economic development
Internet, web applications, social media
Japan
Marine and inland water transportation
Marshall Islands
Micronesia
Natural disasters
Navigation, waterways, harbors
New Zealand
Oceania
Pacific Ocean
Palau
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Taiwan
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution affirms the importance of the U.S. relationship with the Pacific Islands and recognizes the importance of U.S.-Pacific Island partnerships to promote peace, security, and prosperity for all countries through a rules-based regional order that respects the sovereignty and political independence of all nations.
 
 The resolution urges the Biden Administration to continue to work with the Pacific Islands to 
 
 
preserve the Pacific Ocean as an open and vibrant corridor for international maritime trade;
 
promote sustainable development; and
 
address socioeconomic challenges related to public health, education, renewable energy, and digital connectivity. 
 
 
The resolution reaffirms the support of the House of Representatives for (1) regional efforts to address the challenges posed by climate change; and (2) the vision, values, and objectives of existing regional multilateral institutions and frameworks, such as the Pacific Islands Forum, the Pacific Islands Conference of Leaders, and the Pacific Community. 
 
Finally, the resolution recognizes the importance of working closely with U.S. allies and partners with existing relationships and interests in the Pacific Islands, including Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and Taiwan, in advancing common goals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the Ukrainian people and recognizing their contributions to the State of Ohio.

Bill: 117-hres-995
Sponsor: Rep. Gibbs, Bob [R-OH-7]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Historical and cultural resources
Military operations and strategy
Ohio
Russia
Ukraine
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution demands an immediate cease-fire and full withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukrainian territory.
 
The resolution urges the Biden Administration to hold Vladimir Putin accountable for the unconscionable atrocities committed in Ukraine. 
 
 The resolution also supports the people of Ukraine in their fight against the Russian invasion of their country. 
 
Finally, the resolution recognizes the important cultural contributions of Ukrainian Americans to Ohio.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Encouraging companies headquartered in the United States to cease operations and halt future investments in the Russian Federation.

Bill: 117-hres-996
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Corporate finance and management
Europe
Foreign and international corporations
Military operations and strategy
Russia
Ukraine

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives 
 
 
lauds U.S.- headquartered companies that have ceased operations in Russia in response to Vladimir Putin's aggression, and
 
 encourages such companies to cease operations in Russia while Vladimir Putin carries out his war of aggression.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and the importance of Commission on Cancer-accredited programs in ensuring comprehensive, high-quality, patient-centered cancer care.

Bill: 117-hres-997
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Brian [D-NY-26]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. The commission establishes cancer care standards in health care settings and accredits cancer programs that meet those standards.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Celebrating 200 years of United States diplomatic relations with Colombia.

Bill: 117-hres-998
Sponsor: Rep. Sires, Albio [D-NJ-8]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution celebrates the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Colombia.
 
The resolution recognizes the vital strategic alliance between the United States and Colombia, built on a shared commitment to democracy. 
 
The resolution also celebrates the contributions made by Colombians and Colombian Americans to the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 28 through April 1, 2022, as National Small Business Workplace Solutions Week.

Bill: 117-hres-999
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Introduced: 2022-03-18 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Small Business Workplace Solutions Week in recognition of the essential services provided by the workplace solutions industry and its efforts to promote safety and support for our communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-21
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-18
text: Introduced in House
Calling on the President to deter further Russian aggression against Ukraine, particularly the threat of nuclear, biological, or chemical attacks.

Bill: 117-hres-1000
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Introduced: 2022-03-24 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Appropriations
Chemical and biological weapons
Collective security
Conflicts and wars
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Nuclear power
Nuclear weapons
Russia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Ukraine
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: 
This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives 
 
 
calls upon the President to declare that the Russian employment of nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons of mass destruction that leads to a nuclear event, against or in connection with its war on Ukraine, would represent crimes against humanity;
 
 calls upon the President to treat such crimes against humanity as an urgent national and global security threat that may require, in concert with North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies, the employment of any available conventional means as necessary to secure the peace, including the potential need to degrade and destroy offending Russian forces in Ukraine;
 
 calls upon the President to make immediate efforts to provide the military and other material means needed for the Ukrainian government to be able to defend its national sovereignty; and
 
 stands ready to provide additional appropriations or enact other legislation to meet the needs of securing Ukraine's, Europe's, and the United States' common struggle against Russian fascism.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of March 24, 2022, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1001
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Introduced: 2022-03-24 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Agricultural education
Commemorative events and holidays
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Women in Agriculture Day. It also recognizes the important role of women in agriculture as producers, educators, leaders, mentors, and more.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Vice President Kamala Harris should be removed from her position as the head of the Biden administration's strategy to address the root causes of migration.

Bill: 117-hres-1002
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
Introduced: 2022-03-24 in the House
Policy area: Immigration

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: 
This resolution urges the Biden administration to (1) remove Vice President Kamala Harris as the head of any executive branch task force or strategy related to immigration, (2) appoint an experienced and competent leader to replace Vice President Harris as the head of the Biden administration's strategy to address the root causes of migration, and (3) immediately provide U.S. Customs and Border Protection with the adequate support and resources to do their job effectively and adequately. 
 
The resolution also urges the administration to take action to protect American communities from fentanyl. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, and 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: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, and 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: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, and 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: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, and 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: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of a Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.

Bill: 117-hres-1003
Sponsor: Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]
Introduced: 2022-03-24 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. It also honors and recognizes the contributions of veterans who served in Vietnam.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Donald E. Young.

Bill: 117-hres-1004
Sponsor: Rep. McCarthy, Kevin [R-CA-23]
Introduced: 2022-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Alaska
Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Representative Donald Young.

action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Representative Donald Young.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H3893)
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H3893)
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H3893)
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and legacy of the late Congressman Don Young of Alaska.

Bill: 117-hres-1005
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Introduced: 2022-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of the late Representative Don Young and directs the Sergeant at Arms to designate a 
Don Young Reserved Seat
 on the floor of the chamber of the House of Representatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of March 27, 2022, through April 2, 2022, as "National Cleaning Week".

Bill: 117-hres-1006
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-18]
Introduced: 2022-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Educational facilities and institutions
Health
Manufacturing
Service industries
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution recognizes the essential services provided by the cleaning industry in maintaining sanitary conditions and supports the designation of National Cleaning Week to promote safe and clean environments at work, in schools, and at home.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-29
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of Vaisakhi, April 14 of each year, as "National Sikh Day".

Bill: 117-hres-1007
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Introduced: 2022-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Historical and cultural resources
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Sikh Day to honor and celebrate the important role played by the Sikh community in strengthening and inspiring the people of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month.

Bill: 117-hres-1008
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Introduced: 2022-03-28 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Higher education
U.S. history
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: 
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month and recognizes the women and organizations that continue to promote the teaching of women's history. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2022-03-28
text: Introduced in House