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Condemning the military coup that took place on February 1, 2021, in Burma and the Burmese military detention of civilian leaders, calling for the release of all those detained and for those elected to serve in Parliament to resume their duties, and for other purposes.

Bill: 117-hres-134
Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Andy [D-MI-9]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Burma
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Multilateral development programs
News media and reporting
Protest and dissent
Racial and ethnic relations
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Trade restrictions
Travel and tourism
U.S. and foreign investments
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution condemns the military coup that took place in Burma (Myanmar) on February 1, 2021. It also calls on the Burmese military to (1) release all those detained arbitrarily in the coup, (2) restore all forms of communications, and (3) return to power all members of the civilian government. 

action_date: 2021-03-19
text: 
This resolution condemns the military coup that took place in Burma (Myanmar) on February 1, 2021. It also calls on the Burmese military to (1) release all those detained arbitrarily in the coup, (2) restore all forms of communications, and (3) return to power all members of the civilian government. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-03-19
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-03-19
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 14, 1 Present (Roll no. 97). (text: CR 03/18/2021 H1563-1564)
action_date: 2021-03-19
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 398 - 14, 1 Present (Roll no. 97).(text: CR 03/18/2021 H1563-1564)
action_date: 2021-03-19
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1601-1602)
action_date: 2021-03-18
text: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
action_date: 2021-03-18
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 134.
action_date: 2021-03-18
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1563-1566)
action_date: 2021-03-18
text: Mr. Meeks moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of May 2021 as "Spondyloarthritis Awareness Month".

Bill: 117-hres-135
Sponsor: Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-6]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Minority health
Musculoskeletal and skin diseases
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Spondyloarthritis Awareness Month. Spondyloarthritis is an umbrella term for a group of inflammatory diseases that primarily affect the spine and other joints.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-19
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Emphasizing the importance and interdependence of diplomacy and international development to American interests and national security.

Bill: 117-hres-136
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Homeland security
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the roles that development and diplomacy play in advancing American interests and national security, and it expresses support for a substantial U.S. international affairs budget. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Reaffirming the importance of upholding democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in United States foreign policy.

Bill: 117-hres-137
Sponsor: Rep. Meeks, Gregory W. [D-NY-5]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Due process and equal protection
Human rights
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Multilateral development programs
News media and reporting
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting democracy and human rights both domestically and internationally. The resolution also calls on the U.S. government to uphold all relevant international human rights agreements ratified by the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2021-02-25
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day in bringing attention to the importance of preserving linguistic and cultural heritage through education.

Bill: 117-hres-138
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Foreign language and bilingual programs
Historical and cultural resources
Language arts

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the goals and ideals of International Mother Language Day. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E138)
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Peyton Manning on being named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Bill: 117-hres-139
Sponsor: Rep. Rose, John W. [R-TN-6]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Charitable contributions
Congressional tributes
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution commends Peyton Manning on being named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame and for his philanthropy and generosity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for designation of the month of February 2021 as "National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month".

Bill: 117-hres-140
Sponsor: Rep. Wexton, Jennifer [D-VA-10]
Introduced: 2021-02-18 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Crime prevention
Crimes against children
Crimes against women
Domestic violence and child abuse
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress must completely and unequivocally condemn violence, lawlessness, and rioting from all individuals and groups, regardless of ideology or political affiliation.

Bill: 117-hres-141
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Introduced: 2021-02-22 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Civil disturbances
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Law enforcement officers
Protest and dissent
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: 
This resolution recognizes that federal law enforcement, federal property, and citizens' rights must be protected. It also urges political leaders to condemn violent protests and criminal behavior associated with rioting and supports the prosecution of individuals who actively engaged in rioting. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
Condemning big tech's partisan censorship practices.

Bill: 117-hres-142
Sponsor: Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5]
Introduced: 2021-02-22 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: First Amendment rights
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: 
This resolution condemns the banning and censorship of former President Donald Trump by specified social media platforms and technology companies, denounces censorship of conservative media accounts, and demands that these platforms and companies end their discriminatory practices and protect the principles of free speech.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States policy recognizing the Semele Massacre of 1933.

Bill: 117-hres-143
Sponsor: Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Introduced: 2021-02-22 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Iraq
Middle East
Racial and ethnic relations
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that it is U.S. policy to officially recognize and remember the Semele Massacre (the 1933 killing of up to 3,000 Assyrian Christian men, women, and children by the government of Iraq), to reject efforts to associate the U.S. government with denial of the massacre, and to encourage education and public understanding of the massacre and its relevance to modern-day crimes against humanity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-04-02
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of February 22 through February 26, 2021, as "Public Schools Week".

Bill: 117-hres-144
Sponsor: Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2]
Introduced: 2021-02-22 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of Public Schools Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Federal job guarantee.

Bill: 117-hres-145
Sponsor: Rep. Pressley, Ayanna [D-MA-7]
Introduced: 2021-02-22 in the House
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Adult day care
Aging
Air quality
Art, artists, authorship
Child care and development
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Community life and organization
Disaster relief and insurance
Ecology
Economic development
Emergency planning and evacuation
Employee benefits and pensions
Employee hiring
Employee leave
Employment and training programs
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access
Housing supply and affordability
Industrial policy and productivity
Infrastructure development
Labor standards
Labor-management relations
Land use and conservation
Libraries and archives
National and community service
Natural disasters
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Preschool education
Residential rehabilitation and home repair
Temporary and part-time employment
Unemployment
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that it is the duty of the federal government to create a federal job guarantee.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-22
text: Introduced in House
Electing a Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 117-hres-146
Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-8]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Foreign Affairs
House Committee on Small Business
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Claudia Tenney to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Small Business.

action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution elects Representative Claudia Tenney to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the House Committee on Small Business.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H551)
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H551)
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H551)
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 803) to designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and for other purposes.

Bill: 117-hres-147
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: House of Representatives
Legislative rules and procedure

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 803) to designate certain lands in the State of Colorado as components of the National Wilderness Preservation System, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: 
This resolution sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 803 (Colorado Wilderness Act of 2021) and H.R. 5 (Equality Act).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 208 (Roll no. 35). (text: CR H602)
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 208 (Roll no. 35).(text: CR H602)
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H609-610)
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 219 - 211 (Roll no. 34). (consideration: CR H608-609)
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 147.
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H602-609)
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 6.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Rule provides for 1 hour of general debate on H.R. 803 and one motion to recommit. Rule provides for 90 minutes of general debate on H.R. 5 and one motion to recommit.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-6, by Ms. Scanlon.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 117-6, by Ms. Scanlon.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to Marcus Garvey.

Bill: 117-hres-148
Sponsor: Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Human rights
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Marcus Garvey should be recognized as a leader in the struggle for human rights and that the President should take measures to exonerate him of charges brought against him.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
Calling on President Biden to immediately implement his radical climate agenda at the White House by prohibiting use of petroleum-based products and energy sources.

Bill: 117-hres-149
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Air quality
Alternative and renewable resources
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Electric power generation and transmission
Oil and gas

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution urges President Biden to implement the Biden administration's climate agenda at the White House by prohibiting use of petroleum-based products and energy sources.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-02-24
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, 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: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Reform, 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: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of February 20 to February 27, 2021, as "National FFA Week", recognizing the important role of the National FFA (FFA) Organization in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and celebrating 50 years of National FFA Alumni and Supporters.

Bill: 117-hres-150
Sponsor: Rep. Mann, Tracey [R-KS-1]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Agricultural education
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of a National FFA Week. It also (1) recognizes the important role of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) in developing the next generation of leaders who will change the world, and (2) celebrates 50 years of National FFA alumni and supporters.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-03-09
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
Condemning all forms of anti-Asian sentiment as related to COVID-19.

Bill: 117-hres-151
Sponsor: Rep. Meng, Grace [D-NY-6]
Introduced: 2021-02-23 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Asia
Assault and harassment offenses
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Community life and organization
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal justice information and records
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Foreign language and bilingual programs
Hate crimes
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Intergovernmental relations
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: 
This resolution condemns and denounces all forms of anti-Asian sentiment, including those related to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019), and calls on federal law enforcement officials, working with state and local agencies, to take specified steps.
 
The resolution calls on
 
 
federal officials to expeditiously investigate and document all credible reports of hate crimes, harassment, bullying, and threats against the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities;
 
 the Attorney General to work with state and local agencies and Asian American and Pacific Islander community-based organizations to prevent discrimination and to expand culturally competent and linguistically appropriate education campaigns on public reporting of hate crimes; and 
 
the Department of Health and Human Services to issue guidance describing best practices to mitigate racially discriminatory language in describing the pandemic.
 
 
The resolution recommits the United States to serving as a world leader in building more inclusive, diverse, and tolerant societies by (1) prioritizing language access and inclusivity in communication practices, and (2) combating misinformation and discrimination that put Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders at risk.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
action_date: 2021-04-28
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E155)
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2021-02-23
text: Introduced in House