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Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright Program.

Bill: 117-hres-574
Sponsor: Rep. Womack, Steve [R-AR-3]
Introduced: 2021-07-29 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Area studies and international education
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Cultural exchanges and relations
Higher education
International exchange and broadcasting
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2021-07-29
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright Program, which promotes international goodwill through the exchange of students in the fields of education, culture, and science.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-04
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2021-07-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-07-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-07-29
text: Introduced in House
Supporting an efficient legal immigration system and reducing case processing delays.

Bill: 117-hres-575
Sponsor: Rep. Aguilar, Pete [D-CA-31]
Introduced: 2021-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Immigration
Subjects: Immigration status and procedures
User charges and fees

Summary:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: 
This resolution states that an efficient legal immigration system advances American values, interests, and prosperity. It also calls upon U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to reduce and ultimately end processing delays while ensuring reliable, thorough, and fair adjudications without imposing unwarranted fees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Islam as one of the great religions of the world.

Bill: 117-hres-576
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2021-07-30 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: 
This resolution expresses support for members of the Islamic community and recognizes Islam as one of the world's great religions. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the members of the 87th Texas Legislature who embraced a noble stand against the State's egregious assault on free and fair elections.

Bill: 117-hres-577
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9]
Introduced: 2021-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics

Summary:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: 
This resolution supports the members of the 87th Texas legislature who fought against the passage of a recent piece of legislation that included provisions related to voter access.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of July 30, 2021, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

Bill: 117-hres-578
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Introduced: 2021-07-30 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption

Summary:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Whistleblower Appreciation Day. 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-07-30
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of August 11, 2021, as "Hip Hop Celebration Day", supporting the designation of August 2021 as "Hip Hop Recognition Month", and supporting the designation of November 2021 as "Hip Hop History Month".

Bill: 117-hres-579
Sponsor: Rep. Bowman, Jamaal [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2021-08-06 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Music
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of Hip Hop Celebration Day, Hip Hop Recognition Month, and Hip Hop History Month. 
 
The resolution recognizes the contributions of Hip Hop to art and culture. 
 
Finally, the resolution encourages local governments to build partnerships with local Hip Hop entities and other members of the creative arts and music communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 15 mission from July 26, 1971, to August 7, 1971.

Bill: 117-hres-580
Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-12]
Introduced: 2021-08-06 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: 
This resolution congratulates the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Apollo 15 astronauts and their families, and the American people on the 50th anniversary of the successful Apollo 15 mission.
 
The bill recognizes and celebrates the 50 years of cultural and technological history, legacy, and achievements of NASA's Apollo program. 
 
Finally, the resolution reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to pursue space exploration on behalf of the American people in order to increase humankind's understanding of the universe as well as the Earth.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-06
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Mr. Steve Verett for more than 24 years of dedicated service to the cotton industry and to Plains Cotton Growers, Inc.

Bill: 117-hres-581
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2021-08-10 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: 
This resolution commends Steve Verett for his lifelong dedication and service to the cotton industry and to Plains Cotton Growers, Inc. It also congratulates Mr. Verett on his retirement and extends him best wishes in all his future endeavors.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
Impeaching Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, Secretary of Homeland Security, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

Bill: 117-hres-582
Sponsor: Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5]
Introduced: 2021-08-10 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Congressional oversight
Congressional-executive branch relations
Department of Homeland Security
Drug trafficking and controlled substances
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Health promotion and preventive care
Immigration status and procedures
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Smuggling and trafficking

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: 
This resolution impeaches Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas for high crimes and misdemeanors related to his actions regarding border security and immigration. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a Permanent Select Committee on Aging.

Bill: 117-hres-583
Sponsor: Rep. Cicilline, David N. [D-RI-1]
Introduced: 2021-08-10 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: 
This resolution establishes a House Permanent Select Committee on Aging. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
Highlighting the importance of Title 42 Public Health Authorities.

Bill: 117-hres-584
Sponsor: Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Introduced: 2021-08-10 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Border security and unlawful immigration
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health promotion and preventive care
Immigration status and procedures
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: 
This resolution supports the use and recognizes the importance of public health authorities, including those related to border protection and migration, in addressing COVID-19.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-16
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the atrocities and crimes against humanity being perpetrated against religious and ethnic minority women in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region by the Government of the People's Republic of China.

Bill: 117-hres-585
Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie [D-CA-14]
Introduced: 2021-08-10 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: 
This resolution condemns the atrocities against religious and ethnic minority women in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in China. It also calls on China to end all coercive policies, including coercive population-control practices, and to release all individuals detained in internment camps and forced-labor programs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-12
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-10
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the United States Government to be a guaranteed buyer of vaccines and for the United States to develop a "Marshall Plan" for global vaccinations.

Bill: 117-hres-586
Sponsor: Rep. Auchincloss, Jake [D-MA-4]
Introduced: 2021-08-13 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Foreign aid and international relief
Health care coverage and access
Health programs administration and funding
Health technology, devices, supplies
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
International organizations and cooperation
Manufacturing
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: 
This resolution supports (1) fair and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines, and (2) investments in the vaccine supply chain and other efforts to meet global needs for vaccines.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress disapproves of Department of Defense leadership pursuing adverse actions toward members of the Armed Forces of the United States who choose not to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

Bill: 117-hres-587
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Introduced: 2021-08-13 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Employee performance
Immunology and vaccination
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Military medicine
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: 
This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives opposes adverse punishment or discharge that is not honorable for service members whose discharge results from choosing not to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-13
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the bravery and legacy of the Clinton 12.

Bill: 117-hres-588
Sponsor: Rep. Cooper, Jim [D-TN-5]
Introduced: 2021-08-17 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Congressional tributes
Due process and equal protection
Elementary and secondary education
Hate crimes
Racial and ethnic relations
Supreme Court
Tennessee

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: 
This resolution commends the bravery and perseverance of the Clinton 12, students who desegregated Clinton High School in Clinton, Tennessee.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that policies governing access to medication abortion care in the United States should be equitable and based on science.

Bill: 117-hres-589
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Introduced: 2021-08-17 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Abortion
Drug safety, medical device, and laboratory regulation
Drug therapy
Health care coverage and access
Immigrant health and welfare
Minority health
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that policies concerning medication abortions should be grounded in science, be based on a review of medical evidence, and ensure equitable access for patients.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing that many Americans are not aware of the ways in which health care policy can affect every part of their lives and expressing support for the designation of the month of August as "National Health Care Awareness Month".

Bill: 117-hres-590
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Introduced: 2021-08-17 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Health care quality
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Health Care Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of August 22 through 28, 2021, as Wildfire Preparedness Week, the national event educating the public on fire safety and preparedness, and supporting the goals of a Wildfire Preparedness Week.

Bill: 117-hres-591
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Introduced: 2021-08-17 in the House
Policy area: Emergency Management

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: 
This resolution supports (1) the goals of Wildfire Preparedness Week, and (2) resources and educational initiatives that communicate how affected communities can prevent wildfires and react during a wildfire.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the Buffalo Soldiers who were dishonorably discharged and ultimately had their honorable service restored following events which occurred in 1906 in Brownsville, Texas.

Bill: 117-hres-592
Sponsor: Rep. Vela, Filemon [D-TX-34]
Introduced: 2021-08-17 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Racial and ethnic relations
Texas
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: 
This resolution honors the Buffalo Soldiers who were dishonorably discharged and had their honorable service restored following events that occurred in 1906 in Brownsville, Texas, and recognizes the dedication and courage of these individuals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2021-08-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, 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: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-17
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of August 22, 2021, as national "Chuck Brown Day", and honoring his contributions to music and to the District of Columbia.

Bill: 117-hres-593
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2021-08-20 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
District of Columbia
Music
Performing arts

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-20
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of a Chuck Brown Day and honors Brown's contributions to music and to the District of Columbia. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-20
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-08-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-20
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to section 4 of the Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3684) to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; and providing for the adoption of the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 14) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031; and for other purposes.

Bill: 117-hres-594
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Introduced: 2021-08-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4) to amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the criteria for determining which States and political subdivisions are subject to section 4 of the Act, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3684) to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; and providing for the adoption of the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 14) setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: 
This resolution (1) sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 4 (establishing new criteria for the preclearance of, public notification of changes to, and judicial consideration of challenges to voting practices); (2) provides for the consideration of Senate amendments to H.R. 3684 (providing funding for infrastructure projects); and (3) provides for the adoption of S.Con.Res. 14 (establishing the congressional budget for FY2022, setting forth budgetary levels for FY2023-FY2031, and providing reconciliation instructions for legislation that increases the deficit).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 601, H. Res. 594 is laid on the table.
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 31.
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: Provides for consideration of H.R. 4, the Senate amendment to H.R. 3684, and S. Con. Res. 14. Rule makes in order one hour of debate on H.R. 4 and the Senate amendment to H.R. 3684 and allows for a motion to recommit for H.R. 4. S. Con. Res. 14 is hereby adopted.
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-115, by Mr. Neguse.
action_date: 2021-08-24
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-115, by Mr. Neguse.
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the Sense of the House of Representatives that the House of Representatives commits to the consideration of a motion to concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 3684.

Bill: 117-hres-595
Sponsor: Rep. Clark, Katherine M. [D-MA-5]
Introduced: 2021-08-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: 
This resolution expresses the commitment of the House of Representatives to concur in the Senate amendment to H.R. 3684 (providing funding for infrastructure projects) not later than September 28, 2021.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-08-23
text: Introduced in House