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Expressing support for the recognition of September 27, 2021, to October 3, 2021, as "Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week".

Bill: 117-hres-683
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-27]
Introduced: 2021-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Native Americans

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: 
This resolution recognizes the achievements and goals of institutions of higher education that are designated as Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions on Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week and encourages eligible institutions to obtain the designation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of ending the stigmatization of substance use disorder.

Bill: 117-hres-684
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, David P. [R-OH-14]
Introduced: 2021-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: 
This resolution recognizes the importance of ending the stigmatization of substance use disorder.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of September 26, 2021, as "World Contraception Day" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global and domestic access to contraception.

Bill: 117-hres-685
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2021-09-27 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: 
This bill expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress and the President should examine and support ways to expand access to contraceptives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-09-27
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: 2021-09-27
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: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-27
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 28, 2021, as "National Voter Registration Day".

Bill: 117-hres-686
Sponsor: Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
Introduced: 2021-09-28 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Voter Registration Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of September 2021 as "National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill: 117-hres-687
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Introduced: 2021-09-28 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and expresses support for the month's goals and ideals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-28
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans.

Bill: 117-hres-688
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 1301) to provide for the publication by the Secretary of Health and Human Services of physical activity recommendations for Americans.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of S. 1301 (Promoting Physical Activity for Americans Act). It provides for the adoption of the text of a Rules Committee print as an amendment in the nature of a substitute (substituting the provisions of S. 1301 with provisions that suspend the public debt limit).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 306). (text: CR H5518)
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 306).(text: CR H5518)
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 217 - 206, 2 Present (Roll no. 305). (consideration: CR H5524)
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 37.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Rule provides for consideration of S. 1301 with 1 hour of general debate. Previous question shall be considered as ordered without intervening motions. Measure will be considered read. A specified amendment is in order.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-133, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-133, by Mr. McGovern.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 688.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5518-5525)
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Workforce Development Month" and recognizing the necessity of investing in workforce development to support workers and to help employers succeed in a global economy.

Bill: 117-hres-689
Sponsor: Rep. Bonamici, Suzanne [D-OR-1]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employment and training programs
Vocational and technical education

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Workforce Development Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Disapproving the action of Major League Baseball to move one of their equipment production facilities to China and encouraging Major League Baseball to buy American-made products.

Bill: 117-hres-690
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Asia
Buy American requirements
China
Industrial facilities
Minnesota
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution urges Major League Baseball to reverse the planned closure of the Miken Sports production facility in Caledonia, Minnesota, and to buy products that are made in America.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5549)
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.

Bill: 117-hres-691
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Laos
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year and wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy new year.
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the dedication and courage of United States veterans, veterans' organizations, and private citizens who have worked and continue to work to evacuate United States persons and vulnerable Afghans from Afghanistan.

Bill: 117-hres-692
Sponsor: Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution recognizes the dedication and courage of veterans, veterans' organizations, and private citizens who have worked and continue to work to evacuate U.S. persons and vulnerable Afghans from Afghanistan. The resolution also encourages the Department of State and Department of Defense to work with veterans' service organizations and their networks to evacuate those who remain in Afghanistan.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and 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: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of Radio Free Asia and its mission to provide an independent source of news to closed societies in Asia.

Bill: 117-hres-693
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-2]
Introduced: 2021-09-29 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Human rights
International exchange and broadcasting
News media and reporting

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: 
This resolution recognizes the importance of Radio Free Asia on its 25th anniversary as an independent news organization chartered and funded by Congress with a mission to bring uncensored, accurate news to people living in closed societies in Asia. 
 
The resolution also honors the dedication and courage of the former and current journalists of Radio Free Asia in the face of threats and adversity from foreign governments and rising risks for press freedom in Asia and across the globe. 

action_date: 2022-12-21
text: 

 
This resolution recognizes the importance of Radio Free Asia on its 25th anniversary as an independent news organization chartered and funded by Congress with a mission to bring uncensored, accurate news to people living in closed societies in Asia. 
 
The resolution also honors the dedication and courage of the former and current journalists of Radio Free Asia in the face of threats and adversity from foreign governments and rising risks for press freedom in Asia and across the globe.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-12-21
text: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
action_date: 2022-12-21
text: Passed/agreed to in House: Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1529, H. Res. 693 is considered passed House.
action_date: 2022-02-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, Central Asia and Nonproliferation.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-29
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the inhumane treatment and human rights abuses toward women and girls in Afghanistan by Taliban forces through their strict interpretation of Sharia law.

Bill: 117-hres-694
Sponsor: Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution condemns any actions taken by any terrorist organization or government in Afghanistan to oppress women and girls. It also demands that the Taliban preserve and advance the rights and freedoms of all women and girls.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Expressing profound sorrow over the death of Alexander Michael Odeh.

Bill: 117-hres-695
Sponsor: Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution honors the life of the activist Alexander Odeh, who was killed in the 1985 Santa Ana bombing, and offers the condolences of the House of Representatives regarding his death.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1054)
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Honoring North Carolinians and other members of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the attack on the Hamid Karzai International Airport on August 26, 2021.

Bill: 117-hres-696
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Gregory [R-NC-3]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Emergency planning and evacuation
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, Army Staff Sergeant Ryan C. Knauss, and their fellow members of the Armed Forces served the country with honor and distinction and the United States honors those members of the Armed Forces and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Condemning and censuring Representative Maxine Waters of California.

Bill: 117-hres-697
Sponsor: Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution (1) censures Representative Maxine Waters for making certain allegations of misconduct against Border Patrol officials at the Southern border, and (2) calls for her immediate apology and resignation from the House of Representatives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Ethics.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of October 2, 2021, as World Ostomy Day and National Ostomy Awareness Day.

Bill: 117-hres-698
Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M., Jr. [D-NJ-10]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Ostomy Awareness Day and World Ostomy Day. (Ostomy is type of surgery that creates an opening in the abdomen that allows for the removal of bodily waste when an individual has lost normal functions of the digestive or urinary systems due to birth defects, colorectal cancer, bladder cancer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, or other medical conditions.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a "National African Immigrant Heritage Month" in September to celebrate the great contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage in the United States who have enriched the history of the Nation.

Bill: 117-hres-699
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Introduced: 2021-09-30 in the House
Policy area: Immigration

Summary:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: 
This resolution states that a National African Immigrant Heritage Month should be established to celebrate the significant contributions of Americans of African immigrant heritage to the history of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-09-30
text: Introduced in House
Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of State, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of the United States withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Bill: 117-hres-701
Sponsor: Rep. McCaul, Michael T. [R-TX-10]
Introduced: 2021-10-05 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: 
This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of State to transmit to the House of Representatives, not later than 14 days after the adoption of this resolution, copies of both classified and unclassified documents that refer or relate to certain information on the withdrawal of the United States from Afghanistan, including
 
 
reactions, concerns, or objections expressed by certain allies and partners;
 
any agreement reached with the Taliban related to the evacuation of specified individuals; and
 
numbers of specified individuals in contact with the State Department to request evacuation assistance from Afghanistan, from July 30, 2021, to the present. 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Justices of the Supreme Court should make themselves subject to the existing and operative ethics guidelines set out in the Code of Conduct for United States Judges, or should promulgate their own code of conduct.

Bill: 117-hres-702
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Introduced: 2021-10-05 in the House
Policy area: Law

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Justices of the Supreme Court should subject themselves to the ethics guidelines set out in the Code of Conduct for U.S. Judges or promulgate their own code of conduct.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2022-11-01
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of October 16, 2021, and October 16, 2022, as "World Food Day".

Bill: 117-hres-703
Sponsor: Rep. Pingree, Chellie [D-ME-1]
Introduced: 2021-10-05 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Nutrition and diet
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of World Food Day and encourages the people of the United States to observe the days with appropriate ceremonies and activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the importance of the National Park Service in preserving the legacy of LGBTQ+ people and honoring their contributions to American history through the preservation of historic places and landmarks.

Bill: 117-hres-704
Sponsor: Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]
Introduced: 2021-10-05 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: 
This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives (1) recognizes the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, and other identities (LGBTQ+) people as a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; (2) believes that LGBTQ+ history should be preserved by the National Park Service (NPS); and (3) encourages the NPS to honor the contributions of LGBTQ+ Americans through direct action, including by increasing the number of LGBTQ+ sites listed in the National Register of Historic Places. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-06
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-05
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 17-23, 2021, as "National Chemistry Week".

Bill: 117-hres-705
Sponsor: Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17]
Introduced: 2021-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Chemistry
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Minority employment
Science and engineering education

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Chemistry Week. 
 
The resolution also recognizes the need to promote the fields of science, including chemistry, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and to encourage youth, particularly from underrepresented groups, to pursue careers in these fields. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

Bill: 117-hres-706
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Introduced: 2021-10-08 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Historical and cultural resources
Latin America
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: 
This resolution recognizes (1) the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month; and (2) the integral role of Latinos and their manifold heritage in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-10-08
text: Introduced in House