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Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.

Bill: 118-hres-793
Sponsor: Rep. Stevens, Haley M. [D-MI-11]
Introduced: 2023-10-17 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Detention of persons
Human rights
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Terrorism
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-17
text: 
This resolution calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during its October 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution (1) condemns Hamas for attacking Israel, taking hostages, and for threats made against hostages; (2) demands that Hamas immediately release hostages; (3) recognizes that hostage-taking is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (4) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families.
 
 

action_date: 2023-11-28
text: 
 
This resolution calls on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during its October 2023 attack on Israel. The resolution (1) condemns Hamas for attacking Israel, taking hostages, and for threats made against hostages; (2) demands that Hamas immediately release hostages; (3) recognizes that hostage-taking is a violation of international humanitarian law; and (4) expresses sympathy to the hostages, wounded, deceased, and their families. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-11-28
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-11-28
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 414 - 0 (Roll no. 676). (text: CR H5921)
action_date: 2023-11-28
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): 414 - 0 (Roll no. 676). (text: CR H5921)
action_date: 2023-11-28
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5928)
action_date: 2023-11-28
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: 2023-11-28
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 793.
action_date: 2023-11-28
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5921-5923)
action_date: 2023-11-28
text: Mr. Hill moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2023-11-07
text: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2023-11-07
text: Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-10-17
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-17
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the significance of "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".

Bill: 118-hres-794
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Introduced: 2023-10-18 in the House
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the significance of National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the proclamation of a "National Cybersecurity Awareness Month".

Bill: 118-hres-795
Sponsor: Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
Introduced: 2023-10-18 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Computer security and identity theft
Computers and information technology

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the proclamation of a National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection.
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
Condemning foreign nationals in the United States who have endorsed and espoused the actions of foreign terrorist organizations (FTO) in Gaza who, on October 7, 2023, launched attacks against the State of Israel, and killed innocent Israeli and United States citizens.

Bill: 118-hres-796
Sponsor: Rep. Gonzales, Tony [R-TX-23]
Introduced: 2023-10-18 in the House
Policy area: Immigration

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: 
This resolution calls on the President to deny visas to and deport foreign nationals who have endorsed or espoused the terrorist activities of designated foreign terrorist organizations, specifically including Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and Hezbollah.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-18
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the Biden Administration for failing to fulfill the United States Government's duty to American citizens left stranded in Israel.

Bill: 118-hres-797
Sponsor: Rep. Mills, Cory [R-FL-7]
Introduced: 2023-10-19 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: 
This resolution condemns the President and the Secretary of State for failing their duty to U.S. citizens in Israel by failing to take reasonable steps to provide viable methods to evacuate such U.S. citizens from Israel following the attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023.
 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
Condemning the support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist organizations at institutions of higher education, which may lead to the creation of a hostile environment for Jewish students, faculty, and staff.

Bill: 118-hres-798
Sponsor: Rep. Owens, Burgess [R-UT-4]
Introduced: 2023-10-19 in the House
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Higher education
Religion
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: 
This resolution condemns the support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist organizations at institutions of higher education, which may lead to the creation of a hostile environment for Jewish students, faculty, and staff. It also urges the Department of Education to direct the Office for Civil Rights to investigate and, where appropriate, take immediate action.

action_date: 2023-11-02
text: 
This resolution condemns the support of Hamas, Hezbollah, and other terrorist organizations at institutions of higher education, which may lead to the creation of a hostile environment for Jewish students, faculty, and staff. 
 
Additionally, the resolution calls on campus administrators to (1) condemn all forms of antisemitism on college campuses; and (2) ensure Jewish faculty, students, and guests can exercise the same free speech rights as are guaranteed to all other faculty, students, and guests without intimidation.
 
The resolution also urges enforcement of federal civil rights laws to protect Jewish students from antisemitism.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-11-02
text: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-11-02
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-11-02
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 23 (Roll no. 578). (text: 11/1/2023 CR H5201-5202)
action_date: 2023-11-02
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 396 - 23 (Roll no. 578). (text: 11/1/2023 CR H5201-5202)
action_date: 2023-11-02
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5214-5315)
action_date: 2023-11-01
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: 2023-11-01
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 798.
action_date: 2023-11-01
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5201-5205)
action_date: 2023-11-01
text: Mr. Owens moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the Virgin Islands National Guard on its 50th anniversary.

Bill: 118-hres-799
Sponsor: Del. Plaskett, Stacey E. [D-VI-At Large]
Introduced: 2023-10-19 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: 
This resolution honors and commends the Virgin Islands National Guard for its 50 years of service to the Virgin Islands and United States. Additionally, the resolution thanks the thousands of men and women who have served in the Virgin Islands National Guard.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
Congratulating the Las Vegas Aces for winning the 2023 Women's National Basketball Association Finals.

Bill: 118-hres-800
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Introduced: 2023-10-19 in the House
Policy area: Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: 
This resolution congratulates the Las Vegas Aces on their 2023 Women's National Basketball Association Finals victory.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-19
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2023.

Bill: 118-hres-801
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Introduced: 2023-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-20
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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of October 23, 2023, as "National Marine Sanctuary Day".

Bill: 118-hres-802
Sponsor: Rep. Huffman, Jared [D-CA-2]
Introduced: 2023-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: 
This resolution recognizes the importance of national marine sanctuaries and supports the designation of
 
National Marine Sanctuary Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Honoring the American and Israeli civilians murdered and unaccounted for in the brutal attacks by Hamas terrorists.

Bill: 118-hres-803
Sponsor: Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]
Introduced: 2023-10-20 in the House
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Birds
Commemorative events and holidays
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: 
This resolution condemns Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks against Israel and expresses sympathy and solidarity with the families of those held hostage or killed in those attacks. 
 
The resolution also adjourns the House of Representatives in honor of those killed and unaccounted for.
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 15 through 21, 2023, as "National Chemistry Week".

Bill: 118-hres-804
Sponsor: Rep. Moolenaar, John R. [R-MI-2]
Introduced: 2023-10-20 in the House
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-20
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, including from underrepresented groups, to pursue careers in these fields. 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-20
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the designation of the week of October 24, 2023, to October 31, 2023, as "BatWeek".

Bill: 118-hres-805
Sponsor: Rep. Balint, Becca [D-VT-At Large]
Introduced: 2023-10-24 in the House
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays
Mammals

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of BatWeek and acknowledges the important role bats play as pollinators and pest control for agriculture.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-01-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
action_date: 2024-01-18
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Forestry.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
Expressing support for the recognition of October 2023, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global awareness and access to care during the menopausal transition and post-menopause.

Bill: 118-hres-806
Sponsor: Rep. Blunt Rochester, Lisa [D-DE-At Large]
Introduced: 2023-10-24 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Aging
Commemorative events and holidays
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of World Menopause Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-11-03
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Veterans' 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: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib for antisemitic activity, sympathizing with terrorist organizations, and leading an insurrection at the United States Capitol Complex.

Bill: 118-hres-807
Sponsor: Rep. Greene, Marjorie Taylor [R-GA-14]
Introduced: 2023-10-24 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: 
This resolution censures Representative Rashida Tlaib and condemns support for terrorist organizations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, 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: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.

Bill: 118-hres-808
Sponsor: Rep. Pence, Greg [R-IN-6]
Introduced: 2023-10-24 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983. The resolution also remembers servicemembers who died and honors their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' 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: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
Recognizing Rett Reef off the coast of San Leon, Texas, in Galveston Bay, and all those associated with bringing the project to fruition.

Bill: 118-hres-809
Sponsor: Rep. Weber, Randy K., Sr. [R-TX-14]
Introduced: 2023-10-24 in the House
Policy area: Animals

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: 
This resolution recognizes (1) the contribution of Rett Reef in Galveston Bay, off the coast of San Leon, Texas, for its value to the Texas Gulf Coast; and (2) those associated with bringing the Rett Reef project to fruition.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-24
text: Introduced in House
To inform the Senate of the election of the Speaker.

Bill: 118-hres-810
Sponsor: Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1]
Introduced: 2023-10-25 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional officers and employees
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: 
This resolution informs the Senate that Representative Mike Johnson has been elected the Speaker of the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
Authorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker.

Bill: 118-hres-811
Sponsor: Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1]
Introduced: 2023-10-25 in the House
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional officers and employees
House of Representatives

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: 
This bill authorizes the Clerk of the House of Representatives to notify the President of the election of Mike Johnson, a Representative from Louisiana, as the Speaker of the House.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H5053)
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
Censuring Representative Jamaal Bowman.

Bill: 118-hres-812
Sponsor: Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9]
Introduced: 2023-10-25 in the House
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: 
This resolution (1) censures Representative Jamaal Bowman for knowingly causing a false fire alarm in an attempt to obstruct official proceedings of the House of Representatives, and (2) removes him from committee assignments.
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, 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: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
Supporting the designation of October 23, 2023, as "AADC Deficiency Awareness Day".

Bill: 118-hres-813
Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Gregory F. [R-NC-3]
Introduced: 2023-10-25 in the House
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Hereditary and development disorders
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of AADC Deficiency Awareness Day. Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency is a genetic condition that affects an individual's development, motor skills, growth, and cognitive skills.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2023-10-25
text: Introduced in House