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Supporting the designation of the week beginning November 15, 2021, as "National Apprenticeship Week".

Bill: 117-hres-816
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Kathleen M. [D-NY-4]
Introduced: 2021-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Apprenticeship Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children waiting for adoption, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

Bill: 117-hres-817
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]
Introduced: 2021-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for National Adoption Month and National Adoption Day and encourages people to consider adoption. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for shipping on the Great Lakes and the potential for international container ship commerce.

Bill: 117-hres-818
Sponsor: Rep. Stauber, Pete [R-MN-8]
Introduced: 2021-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: 
This resolution supports (1) reducing congestion at high-volume coastal ports and expanding options for importing and exporting goods, and (2) the potential for more international container ship traffic through the Saint Lawrence Seaway and Great Lakes ports.
 
The resolution also expresses support for Great Lakes and inland waterway ports and their current and future role in international trade commerce.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
action_date: 2021-11-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
VOTE Resolution

Bill: 117-hres-819
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-22]
Introduced: 2021-11-18 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: 

Vote Overtime Tarnishes Everyone Resolution or the VOTE Resolution

 
This resolution amends the House rules to cap the time permitted for a record vote or quorum call at twice the time directed by the Speaker of the House for that record vote or quorum call.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 18 as "National Day of Healing".

Bill: 117-hres-820
Sponsor: Rep. Bowman, Jamaal [D-NY-16]
Introduced: 2021-11-23 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime victims
Elementary and secondary education
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care
Higher education
Hospital care
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Mental health
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: 
This resolution expresses support for designating a National Day of Healing and recognizes community violence as a public health crisis.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2021-11-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, 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: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the importance of local print and digital journalism to the continued welfare, transparency, and prosperity of government at every level and the continuation and freedom of the United States as it is known today.

Bill: 117-hres-821
Sponsor: Rep. DeSaulnier, Mark [D-CA-11]
Introduced: 2021-11-23 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense that federal, state, and local governments should make all possible efforts to ensure the continuation of robust local digital and print news and that Congress should support these efforts.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and legacy of the late Senator Max Cleland.

Bill: 117-hres-822
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Introduced: 2021-11-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Georgia
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: 
This resolution honors the life of Senator Joseph Cleland and offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding his death.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 3460) to amend title 28 of the United States Code to prevent the transfer of actions arising under the antitrust laws in which a State is a complainant.

Bill: 117-hres-823
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Introduced: 2021-11-30 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: 
This resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3460 (exempting antitrust actions brought by states from the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation's processes regarding transfers and consolidations of cases).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-01-10
text: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Buck. Petition No: 117-9. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/20220110?CongressNum=117">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 75th anniversary of United Spinal Association, a leading national advocacy organization that is dedicated to promoting the independence and enhancing the quality of life of all people living with spinal cord injuries and neurological disorders, including veterans, and providing support and information to their loved ones, care providers, and personal support networks.

Bill: 117-hres-824
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2021-11-30 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the United Spinal Association and recognizes its efforts on behalf of people with spinal cord injuries and neurological disorders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-11-30
text: Introduced in House
Electing a certain Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 117-hres-825
Sponsor: Rep. Jeffries, Hakeem S. [D-NY-8]
Introduced: 2021-12-01 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Agriculture
House Committee on Oversight and Reform
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Shontel Brown to the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.

action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Shontel Brown to the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6727)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H6727)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6727)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
Electing a Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 117-hres-826
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4]
Introduced: 2021-12-01 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
House Committee on the Budget
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Mike Carey to the House Committee on the Budget and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Mike Carey to the House Committee on the Budget and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6837)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H6837)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6837)
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the contributions made by the 305-meter radio telescope at the Arecibo Observatory.

Bill: 117-hres-827
Sponsor: Resident Commissioner González-Colón, Jenniffer [R-PR-At Large]
Introduced: 2021-12-01 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Astronomy
Caribbean area
Puerto Rico
Space flight and exploration

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution acknowledges the collapse of the radio telescope at the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico and encourages federal agencies to study means of replacing the observatory's lost scientific capabilities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Washington Spirit on winning the 2021 National Women's Soccer League championship.

Bill: 117-hres-828
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2021-12-01 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
District of Columbia
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Professional sports
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: 
This resolution congratulates the Washington Spirit on winning the 2021 National Women's Soccer League championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-01
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6119) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

Bill: 117-hres-829
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Introduced: 2021-12-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6119) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: 
This resolution sets forth rules for consideration of H.R.6119 (continuing resolution for FY2022 appropriations). The resolution also amends H.Res. 188 (regarding certain procedural requirements in the House of Representatives).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: On motion to table the motion to reconsider Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 202 (Roll no. 397).
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Mr. McGovern moved to table the motion to reconsider
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Ms. Roybal-Allard moved to reconsider.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Motion to reconsider laid upon the table. Objection heard.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 208 (Roll no. 396). (text: CR H6865)
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 208 (Roll no. 396).(text: CR H6865)
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 209 (Roll no. 395).
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: DEBATE - The House resumed with debate on H. Res. 829.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 829.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6865-6872)
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 54.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Rule provides for suspension authority through January 21, 2021.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-201, by Mrs. Torres (CA).
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-201, by Mrs. Torres (CA).
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 14, 2021.

Bill: 117-hres-830
Sponsor: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Introduced: 2021-12-02 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Athletes
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
School administration
School athletics
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: 
This resolution supports the annual recognition of Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day.
 
In addition, the resolution commends (1) athletic administrators for their commitment to secondary school student athletes, and (2) the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association for providing continuous learning and preparation to athletic administrators. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.

Bill: 117-hres-832
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2021-12-02 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
International organizations and cooperation
Nuclear power
Nuclear weapons

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: 
This resolution expresses that the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) plays an indispensable role in strengthening nuclear security and safety around the globe.
 
The resolution also reaffirms that the United States has a vital interest in preventing the spread of nuclear weapons and securing nuclear materials. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the life and legacy of Congresswoman Carrie Pittman Meek and commending her for her devotion to the Nation and its ideals.

Bill: 117-hres-834
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24]
Introduced: 2021-12-02 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Congresswoman Carrie Meek.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of a National Runaway Prevention Month.

Bill: 117-hres-835
Sponsor: Rep. Yarmuth, John A. [D-KY-3]
Introduced: 2021-12-02 in the House
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Homelessness and emergency shelter

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-02
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of December 3, 2021, as the "National Day of 3D Printing".

Bill: 117-hres-836
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Introduced: 2021-12-03 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-03
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of a National Day of 3D Printing.
 
The resolution also recognizes the economic impact of 3D printing and its positive implications for the U.S. advanced manufacturing sector. 
 
Finally, the resolution encourages the promotion and celebration of 3D printing technology. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-12-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-12-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-03
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Robert Joseph Dole.

Bill: 117-hres-839
Sponsor: Rep. Estes, Ron [R-KS-4]
Introduced: 2021-12-07 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional tributes
Kansas
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: 
This resolution offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Senator Robert Dole.

action_date: 2021-12-07
text: 
This resolution offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding the death of Senator Robert Dole.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H7223-7224)
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H7223-7224)
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H7223-7224)
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and celebrating the long history of the Alabama Farmers Federation serving as the voice for Alabama agriculture and forestry.

Bill: 117-hres-840
Sponsor: Rep. Aderholt, Robert B. [R-AL-4]
Introduced: 2021-12-07 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Agricultural marketing and promotion
Alabama
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Forests, forestry, trees

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Alabama Farmers Federation and recognizes its efforts to promote and advocate for the agricultural and forestry interests of Alabama.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Bahrain on the 50th anniversary of its independence.

Bill: 117-hres-841
Sponsor: Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Introduced: 2021-12-07 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: 
This resolution extends warm congratulations and best wishes to the people of Bahrain as they celebrate the 50th anniversary of the independence of Bahrain.
 
The resolution also expresses support for the principles and freedoms upon which the nation of Bahrain is founded, as protected by its Constitution.
 
Finally, the resolution recognizes the importance of the alliance between the United States and Bahrain to the stability of the region and the prosperity of both countries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-02-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism.
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-12-07
text: Introduced in House