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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives relating to the exercise of presidential waiver authority of certain sanctions imposed against Iran under United States law. [HR-454]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives relating to the exercise of presidential waiver authority of certain sanctions imposed against Iran under United States law. Reaffirms that granting of presidential waiver authority for certain sanctions against Iran by Congress was to be used when specific behavioral improvements have been met by Iran. Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to preventing the possibility of a nuclear-armed Iran as the premise for such sanctions and presidential waiver authority. Reaffirms the
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Introduced In House on 10/01/2015
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Finding that the President has not complied with section 2 of the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015. [HR-411]
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Finding that the President has not complied with section 2 of the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015. Declares that: the President has not complied with provisions of the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 requiring transmission to Congress of nuclear agreements with Iran and related verification assessments because the communication from the President did not constitute the agreement as defined by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954; and the period for review by Congress of nuclear agreements with Iran under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954
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Sponsored by: Rep. Lee Zeldin
Considered Under The Provisions Of Rule H. Res. 412. (consideration: Cr H5891-5911) on 09/10/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 does not apply to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action regarding Iran and submitted to Congress on July 19, 2015, because the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is a treaty and, pursuant to Article II of the U.S. Constitution, the Senate must give its advice and consent to ratification if the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is to be effective and binding upon the United States. [HR-410]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015 does not apply to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action regarding Iran and submitted to Congress on July 19, 2015, because the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is a treaty and, pursuant to Article II of the U.S. Constitution, the Senate must give its advice and consent to ratification if the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action is to be effective and binding upon the United States. States that: the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015, commonly
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Sponsored by: Rep. Dave Brat
Introduced In House on 09/08/2015
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Designating the Ulysses S. Grant Association as the organization to implement the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War General and 2-term President of the United States. [HR-334]
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Designating the Ulysses S. Grant Association as the organization to implement the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant, Civil War General and 2-term President of the United States. Expresses support for the bicentennial celebration of the birth of Ulysses S. Grant. Designates the Ulysses S. Grant Association, housed at the Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library at Mississippi State University, as the designated institution for organizing and leading the celebration of the bicentennial.
Sponsored by: Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Introduced In House on 06/23/2015
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Recognizing the three-year anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, which permits young people who were brought to the United States by their parents as children to remain temporarily in the United States and make meaningful contributions to our country. [HR-327]
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Recognizing the three-year anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, which permits young people who were brought to the United States by their parents as children to remain temporarily in the United States and make meaningful contributions to our country. Recognizes the three-year anniversary of the deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) program, which permits young people who were brought to the United States by their parents as children to remain temporarily in the United States and make meaningful contributions
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 07/01/2015
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On the passing of Joseph Robinette Biden, III. [HR-300]
On the passing of Joseph Robinette Biden, III. Expresses the profound sorrow and deep regret of the House of Representatives on the announcement of the untimely death of Joseph Robinette "Beau" Biden, III, son of Vice President Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.
Sponsored by: Rep. John Carney
Introduced In House on 06/04/2015
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On the passing of Joseph Robinette Biden, III. [HR-299]
On the passing of Joseph Robinette Biden, III. Acknowledges with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the untimely death of Joseph "Beau" Robinette Biden, III, son of Vice President Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.
Sponsored by: Rep. Kevin McCarthy
Introduced In House on 06/04/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations or provide any other special consideration to elected or appointed Federal officials or any other Federal employee. [HR-250]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations or provide any other special consideration to elected or appointed Federal officials or any other Federal employee. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should pass no law that would exempt from its obligations, excuse from its criminal or civil penalties, or provide any other special consideration to Members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, the President, the Vice President, executive branch
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Sponsored by: Sen. Martha McSally
Introduced In House on 05/01/2015
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Uphold the Oath Americans Trust and Honor (OATH) Resolution [HR-21]
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Uphold the Oath Americans Trust and Honor (OATH) Resolution Directs the House of Representatives to bring a civil action in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia for declaratory or injunctive relief to challenge Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy to: exercise prosecutorial discretion with respect to individuals who came to the United States as children, as announced by DHS on June 15, 2012; or exercise further prosecutorial discretion with respect to certain other unlawfully present aliens, as directed in a November 20, 2014,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Tom Rice
Introduced In House on 01/07/2015
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To establish standards defining impeachable "high crimes and misdemeanors" within the meaning of Article II, section 4 as applied to the President of the United States. [HR-198]
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To establish standards defining impeachable "high crimes and misdemeanors" within the meaning of Article II, section 4 as applied to the President of the United States. Declares that the following presidential actions shall constitute impeachable "high crimes and misdemeanors," which will cause the House of Representatives to vote articles of impeachment to send to the Senate for trial: initiating war without express congressional authorization; killing American citizens in the United States or abroad who are not engaged in active hostilities against
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Yoho
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 05/15/2015
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. [HR-118]
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, restricting
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 03/17/2015
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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 implementation of the immigration laws. [HR-11]
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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 implementation of the immigration laws. 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, the head of any department or agency, or any other
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Sponsored by: Rep. Robert Wittman
Introduced In House on 01/06/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House relating to the dispute between the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union impacting operations of West Coast ports. [HR-108]
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Expressing the sense of the House relating to the dispute between the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union impacting operations of West Coast ports. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: the Pacific Maritime Association and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union should swiftly conclude their contract negotiations with the assistance of a federal mediator; and if they do not reach a settlement and a shutdown occurs, the President should use all tools at his disposal to end the
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Sponsored by: Rep. David Valadao
Introduced In House on 02/12/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should provide Congress with a detailed deployment and troop commitment plan prior to approval for authorization to commit United States Armed Forces to fight the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. [HR-104]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should provide Congress with a detailed deployment and troop commitment plan prior to approval for authorization to commit United States Armed Forces to fight the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: only Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war according to article 1, section 8, clause 11 of the Constitution; the President should set clear objectives for the U.S. Armed Forces before committing them to battle;
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Sponsored by: Rep. Stevan Pearce
Introduced In House on 02/11/2015
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Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes. [HJR-99]
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Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King
Introduced In House on 09/28/2016
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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the President from making recess appointments. [HJR-96]
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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit the President from making recess appointments. This joint resolution prohibits the President from filling any vacancy during the recess of the Senate.
Sponsored by: Rep. Doug LaMalfa
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 07/20/2016
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Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. [HJR-93]
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Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 05/17/2016
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War Powers Amendments of 2015 [HJR-77]
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War Powers Amendments of 2015 This joint resolution rewrites the War Powers Resolution. Congressional consultation procedures are included concerning the participation of U.S. Armed Forces in certain military operations of the United Nations. Additional conditions are provided concerning emergency use of the Armed Forces.
Sponsored by: Rep. Peter DeFazio
Introduced In House on 12/15/2015
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Declaring that a state of war exists between the Islamic State and the Government and the people of the United States and making provision to prosecute the same. [HJR-73]
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Declaring that a state of war exists between the Islamic State and the Government and the people of the United States and making provision to prosecute the same. Declares that a state of war, which has been thrust upon the United States, exists between the United States and the Islamic State, also known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) and the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Authorizes and directs the President to use the Armed Forces to carry on war against the Islamic State. Pledges all of the resources of the United
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Sponsored by: Rep. Tom Emmer
Introduced In House on 11/18/2015
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Authorization of Use of Force Against Iran Resolution [HJR-65]
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Authorization of Use of Force Against Iran Resolution This bill authorizes the President to use the U.S. Armed Forces as necessary in order to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. Congress declares that this authorization is intended to constitute specific statutory authorization within the meaning of section 5(b) of the War Powers Resolution, and that nothing in this joint resolution supersedes any requirement of the War Powers Resolution. Not later than 60 days after the date on which the President exercises the authority described in
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee Hastings
Introduced In House on 09/08/2015