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Supporting the goals and ideals of Dominican Heritage Month. [HR-66]
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Supporting the goals and ideals of Dominican Heritage Month. Supports the goals and ideals of a Dominican Heritage Month. Supports the establishment of a national month of Recognition for Dominican-Americans to honor the Dominican people and their contributions.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 01/30/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House that individuals captured by the United States for supporting the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant should be detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. [HR-645]
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Expressing the sense of the House that individuals captured by the United States for supporting the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant should be detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) has declared war on the United States; the Armed Forces are currently engaged in combat operations against ISIL; the United States has captured and detained individuals associated with ISIL and will likely capture and hold additional ISIL
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King
Introduced In House on 03/15/2016
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Providing for authority to initiate litigation for actions by the President or other executive branch officials inconsistent with their duties under the Constitution of the United States with respect to the unlawful transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. [HR-617]
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Providing for authority to initiate litigation for actions by the President or other executive branch officials inconsistent with their duties under the Constitution of the United States with respect to the unlawful transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Authorizes the Speaker of the House of Representatives to initiate or intervene in civil actions on behalf of the House of Representatives in a federal court of competent jurisdiction to seek any appropriate relief regarding the failure of the President,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Dave Brat
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H943) on 02/25/2016
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal law prohibits the transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States. [HR-537]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal law prohibits the transfer of individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any transfer to the United States of the 107 detainees imprisoned for reasons of national security at the U.S. Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, would violate federal law and the appropriations powers enumerated to Congress in article 1 of the Constitution, and may result in the President's committing
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Introduced In House on 11/19/2015
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Supporting freedom of the press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemning violations of press freedom and violence against journalists, bloggers, and individuals exercising their right to freedom of speech. [HR-536]
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Supporting freedom of the press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemning violations of press freedom and violence against journalists, bloggers, and individuals exercising their right to freedom of speech. Supports a free press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemns violations of press freedom and violence against journalists. Urges countries in the region to implement recommendations to its Member States from the Organization of American States Office of the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression. Urges countries in Latin
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 12/15/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Government should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica. [HR-453]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Government should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 09/30/2015
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Recognizing the centennial of the wreck of the USS Memphis and encouraging the commemoration of such wreck with appropriate events and activities. [HR-306]
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Recognizing the centennial of the wreck of the USS Memphis and encouraging the commemoration of such wreck with appropriate events and activities. Recognizes the centennial of the wreck of the USS Memphis and the memory of the 44 sailors who lost their lives, including three Medal of Honor recipients. Encourages the Department of State, through its Embassy in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, to collaborate with appropriate entities of the Dominican Republic to commemorate this event. Encourages the Tennessee State Museum, the Naval History and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 08/20/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the purchase of the territories known as the Virgin Islands of the United States. [HR-291]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the purchase of the territories known as the Virgin Islands of the United States. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Postmaster General should issue a first-class postage stamp commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Virgin Islands becoming a part of the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H3905) on 06/04/2015
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Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month. [HR-284]
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Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month. Supports the goals and ideals of Caribbean-American Heritage Month (in the month of June). Affirms that: (1) the contributions of Caribbean-Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States; and (2) the ethnic and racial diversity of the United States enriches and strengthens the nation.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Introduced In House on 05/21/2015
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Recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives, and expressing continued solidarity with the Haitian people. [HR-25]
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Recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives, and expressing continued solidarity with the Haitian people. Honors: (1) those who lost their lives due to the tragic earthquake of January 12, 2010; and (2) the sacrifice of the men and women of the government of Haiti, the U.S. government, the United Nations (U.N.), and the international community for their response to the calamity. Expresses solidarity with the people of Haiti as they work to rebuild their neighborhoods, livelihoods,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 02/11/2015
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Calling for the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States. [HR-181]
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Calling for the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives from justice who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba in order to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States. Calls for: (1) the immediate extradition or rendering to the United States of convicted felon William Morales and all other fugitives who are receiving safe harbor in Cuba to escape prosecution or confinement for criminal offenses committed in the United States, and (2)
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Sponsored by: Rep. Leonard Lance
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 05/20/2015
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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to treat Puerto Rico as if it were a State for purposes of the election of the President and Vice President. [HJR-105]
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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to treat Puerto Rico as if it were a State for purposes of the election of the President and Vice President. Puerto Rico is treated as a state for purposes of the election of the President and Vice President.
Sponsored by: Rep. Alan Grayson
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 12/22/2016
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Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make technical corrections in the enrollment of S. 2328. [HCR-135]
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Directing the Secretary of the Senate to make technical corrections in the enrollment of S. 2328. Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a correction in the enrollment of S. 2328 to change the title to read "An Act to establish an Oversight Board to assist the Government of Puerto Rico, including instrumentalities, in managing its public finances, and for other purposes."
Sponsored by: Rep. Rob Bishop
Received In The Senate. on 06/13/2016
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Expressing the sense of Congress that Cuba should issue a state of apology and agree to cease human rights violations in order for any embargo or economic restraints to be lifted. [HCR-126]
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Expressing the sense of Congress that Cuba should issue a state of apology and agree to cease human rights violations in order for any embargo or economic restraints to be lifted. Expresses the sense of Congress that Cuba should issue a statement of apology and agree to cease human rights violations in order for any embargo or economic restraints to be lifted.
Sponsored by: Rep. Mark Walker
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 04/29/2016
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Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2017 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2018 through 2026. [HCR-125]
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Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2017 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2018 through 2026. Establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2017 and sets forth budgetary levels for FY2018-FY2026. TITLE I--RECOMMENDED LEVELS AND AMOUNTS (Sec. 101) Recommends levels and amounts for FY2017-FY2026 for: Federal Revenues, New Budget Authority, Budget Outlays, Deficits (On-Budget), Debt Subject to Limit, and Debt Held by the Public. (Sec. 102) Recommends
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Sponsored by: Rep. Tom Price
The House Committee On The Budget Reported An Original Measure, H. Rept. 114-470, By Mr. Price, Tom. on 03/23/2016
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Borinqueneers". [HCR-113]
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 65th Infantry Regiment, known as the "Borinqueneers". Authorizes Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used on April 13, 2016, for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the 65th Infantry Regiment (Borinqueneers) in recognition of its pioneering military service, devotion to duty, and many acts of valor in the face of adversity.
Sponsored by: Rep. Bill Posey
Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 03/09/2016
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Puerto Rico Chapter 9 Uniformity Act of 2015 [HB-870]
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Puerto Rico Chapter 9 Uniformity Act of 2015 Amends the federal bankruptcy code to treat Puerto Rico as a state under chapter 9 (Adjustment of the Debts of a Municipality).
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Regulatory Reform, Commercial And Antitrust Law. on 03/16/2015
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2015 [HB-861]
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2015 Provides FY2015 appropriations to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Provides appropriations for Departmental Management and Operations for the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management, the Office of the Under Secretary for Management, the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, the Office of the Chief Information Officer, Analysis and Operations, and the Office of Inspector General. Provides appropriations for Security, Enforcement, and Investigations for U.S. Customs and Border
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Introduced In House on 02/11/2015
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To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to adjust funding levels for certain outlying areas. [HB-851]
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To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to adjust funding levels for certain outlying areas. Amends part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to eliminate the current reservation of 1% of the school improvement funds for outlying areas and Indian education. Reserves .67% of the school improvement funds for Indian education, but raises that reservation to .75% beginning with the fiscal year the allocations to states equal or surpass FY2015 levels after subtracting .75% of those allocations for Indian
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gregorio Sablan
Referred To The Subcommittee On Early Childhood, Elementary, And Secondary Education. on 04/29/2015
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North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015 [HB-8]
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North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2015 TITLE I--MODERNIZING AND PROTECTING INFRASTRUCTURE Subtitle A--Energy Delivery, Reliability, and Security (Sec. 1101) This bill amends the Natural Gas Act to revise procedures for consideration by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) of applications for federal authorization of the exportation or importation of natural gas, including a deadline for a final decision on a federal authorization within 90 days after FERC issues its final environmental document. The bill repeals
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Sponsored by: Rep. Fred Upton
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. on 12/07/2015