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Recognizing Interscholastic Athletic Administrators' Day on December 14, 2023.

Bill: 118-hres-925
Sponsor: Rep. Barragan, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
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, professional development, and resources to assist those within the profession.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the peaceful, democratic, and economic aspirations of the people of Sri Lanka.

Bill: 118-hres-926
Sponsor: Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-8]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: 
This resolution supports the peaceful, democratic, and economic aspirations of the people of Sri Lanka. The resolution also urges Sri Lanka to (1) hold free and fair elections, (2) respect the rights of all Sri Lankans, (3) institute meaningful security sector reform, and (4) address corruption.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Condemning antisemitism on University campuses and the testimony of University Presidents in the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

Bill: 118-hres-927
Sponsor: Rep. Stefanik, Elise M. [R-NY-21]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Higher education
Religion
School administration

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: 
This resolution strongly condemns (1) the rise of antisemitism on university campuses around the country, and (2) the testimony of specified university presidents to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on December 5, 2023.

action_date: 2023-12-13
text: 
This resolution strongly condemns (1) the rise of antisemitism on university campuses around the country, and (2) the testimony of specified university presidents to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce on December 5, 2023.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 303 - 126, 3 Present (Roll no. 721). (text: CR H6907-6908)
action_date: 2023-12-13
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): 303 - 126, 3 Present (Roll no. 721). (text: CR H6907-6908)
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6923-6924)
action_date: 2023-12-13
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: 2023-12-13
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 927.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6907-6916)
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Ms. Foxx moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the victims of the mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on December 6, 2023.

Bill: 118-hres-928
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: 
This resolution condemns the gun violence on December 6, 2023, that claimed the lives of three University of Nevada, Las Vegas professors and injured another faculty member. It also honors the memory and legacy of the victims and offers condolences and support to their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Condemning all forms of hate.

Bill: 118-hres-929
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: 
This resolution condemns all forms of discrimination and expresses support for policies to prevent and respond to hate crimes, including education and training on prevention and response.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR  H6842)
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the Cable News Network (CNN) for utilizing images from an imbedded photojournalist with prior knowledge of the October 7th attack on Israel.

Bill: 118-hres-930
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2023-12-12 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: 
This resolution condemns the use of images captured by photojournalists with advance knowledge of the October 7, 2023, attack against Israel. It also stands against complicity in attacks against civilians.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-12
text: Introduced in House
Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.

Bill: 118-hres-931
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36]
Introduced: 2023-12-13 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: 
This resolution names Mr. Amo to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6877)
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H6877)
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6877)
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States of America and the Republic of Bulgaria.

Bill: 118-hres-932
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Introduced: 2023-12-13 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bulgaria and acknowledges their enduring partnership as friends and allies.
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing opposition to New York's Clean Slate Act.

Bill: 118-hres-933
Sponsor: Rep. D'Esposito, Anthony [R-NY-4]
Introduced: 2023-12-13 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: 
This resolution disapproves of New York's Clean Slate Act. It also urges New York to prioritize policies that prevent crime, support law enforcement officers, and keep all New Yorkers safe.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities are protected under the First Amendment, and that the United States ought to drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.

Bill: 118-hres-934
Sponsor: Rep. Gosar, Paul A. [R-AZ-9]
Introduced: 2023-12-13 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Espionage and treason
First Amendment rights
News media and reporting

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that regular journalistic activities, including the obtainment and publication of information, are protected under the First Amendment and that the federal government should drop all charges against and attempts to extradite Julian Assange.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-13
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the safe, timely, and sufficient delivery of humanitarian aid to civilians in the Gaza Strip.

Bill: 118-hres-935
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6]
Introduced: 2023-12-14 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: 
This resolution urges the Biden Administration to help facilitate humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza, demands Hamas release all remaining hostages, and condemns any diversion of humanitarian assistance by Hamas.
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882.

Bill: 118-hres-936
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28]
Introduced: 2023-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Immigration

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, a law that prohibited Chinese laborers from immigrating to the United States. The resolution also reaffirms Congress's commitment to preserving civil rights and constitutional protections for people of Chinese or other Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander descent in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Raising awareness for the sarcoma cancer chordoma.

Bill: 118-hres-937
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Henry C. "Hank," Jr. [D-GA-4]
Introduced: 2023-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Health programs administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives of the need for increased funding and support for diagnosis, treatments, and cures for chordoma (a bone cancer of the skull and spine).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-15
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for a comprehensive political reform plan.

Bill: 118-hres-938
Sponsor: Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17]
Introduced: 2023-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: 
This resolution supports a comprehensive political reform plan.
 
Specifically, it recognizes the importance of a plan which
 
 
prohibits all Members of Congress and those running for a House or Senate seat from accepting contributions from political action committees and lobbyists, and imposes a lifetime lobbying ban on Members of Congress;
 
bans Members of Congress from holding and trading individual stocks during the Member's tenure;
 
establishes 12-year term limits for Members of Congress;
 
institutes a binding code of ethics for Supreme Court Justices; and
 
implements 18-year term limits and regular appointments for Supreme Court Justices.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of December 16, 2023, as "National Wreaths Across America Day".

Bill: 118-hres-939
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Introduced: 2023-12-14 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Wreaths Across America Day and honors the Wreaths Across America project, patriotic escort units, the U.S. trucking industry, and the volunteers and donors involved in this tradition. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the service and sacrifices of veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, 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: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, 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: 2023-12-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Transportation and Infrastructure, 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: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-14
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the week of December 25, 2023, as the "Week of the Fight Against Black Slavery in the Americas".

Bill: 118-hres-940
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Introduced: 2023-12-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: 
This resolution recognizes the historical significance of the Week of the Anniversary of the December 26, 1521, Santo Domingo Slave Revolt to the eventual abolition of slavery.
 
The resolution also supports the recognition of the Anniversary of the 1521 Santo Domingo Slave Revolt as an everlasting symbol of heroic sacrifice and gallantry by the slaves being held against their will in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. 
 
Finally, the resolution encourages the people of the United States to recognize the significance of this event, and commemorate this event by reflecting on, learning about, and sharing the story of this event. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the final agreement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference that encourages "transitioning away from fossil fuels".

Bill: 118-hres-941
Sponsor: Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15]
Introduced: 2023-12-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense that the United States should not promote policies that would discourage fossil fuels. The resolution also condemns the final agreement at the United Nations Climate Change Conference and urges the Biden Administration not to implement policies reflective of that agreement.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials.
action_date: 2023-12-19
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: 2023-12-19
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: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
Honoring Wadee Alfayoumi, a 6-year-old Palestinian boy, murdered as a victim of a hate crime for his Palestinian Muslim identity, in the State of Illinois, United States.

Bill: 118-hres-942
Sponsor: Rep. Ramirez, Delia C. [D-IL-3]
Introduced: 2023-12-19 in the House
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: 
This resolution recognizes the loss of Wadee Alfayoumi and that the United States has zero tolerance for hate crimes, Islamophobia, anti-Semitism, and anti-Palestinian and anti-Arab discrimination. It also recognizes that freedom of speech and peaceful protest are constitutionally protected.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
Calling for the annulment of the Monroe Doctrine and the development of a "New Good Neighbor" policy in order to foster improved relations and deeper, more effective cooperation between the United States and our Latin American and Caribbean neighbors.

Bill: 118-hres-943
Sponsor: Rep. Velazquez, Nydia M. [D-NY-7]
Introduced: 2023-12-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense that the Department of State should formally confirm that the Monroe Doctrine is no longer part of U.S. policy towards Latin America and the Caribbean.

Specifically, the resolution calls on the United States to 

develop a 
New Good Neighbor
 policy; 

create a new approach to promoting development based on respect for economic development plans of the region’s governments;

terminate all unilateral economic sanctions;

develop legislation that triggers an automatic review of bilateral assistance when there is an extra-constitutional transfer of power;

declassify all U.S. government archives relating to past coups d'etat, dictatorships, and human rights abuse; and 

work with Latin American and Caribbean governments on far-reaching reform of the Organization of American States.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, 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: 2023-12-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, 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: 2023-12-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, 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: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-19
text: Introduced in House
Directing the Secretary of Defense to provide a briefing to the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives on plans to implement certain STEM education and outreach efforts.

Bill: 118-hres-944
Sponsor: Rep. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI-7]
Introduced: 2023-12-22 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: 
This resolution directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to provide a briefing to the House Armed Services Committee no later than February 1, 2024, on DOD's plans to implement recommendations from the 2022 Systems Engineering Research Center workshop on the Department of Defense-Defense Industry Collaboration in STEM Education and Workforce Development.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-12-22
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on the historic milestone of 113 years of serving local and international communities, maintaining a commitment to the betterment of mankind, and enriching the lives of collegiate men throughout the United States.

Bill: 118-hres-945
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Troy [D-LA-2]
Introduced: 2024-01-03 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: 
This resolution congratulates Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on 113 years of achieving and serving local communities and enriching the lives of collegiate men throughout the United States.

Additionally, the resolution supports the designation of a Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Inc., Day.

The resolution also supports the goals and ideals of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Gold Shield Families and affirming that their sacrifices and difficulties should not be forgotten.

Bill: 118-hres-946
Sponsor: Rep. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9]
Introduced: 2024-01-03 in the House
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: 
This resolution recognizes and honors Gold Shield Families for their sacrifices and support of their loved ones in service to our nation. Gold Shield Families consist of the families of fallen police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), correction officers, emergency dispatch officers, and emergency service providers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2024-01-03
text: Introduced in House