Rep. Henry Johnson

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District HD-GA-4
Party Democrat
Bills Introduced 113

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US Congress 112th Congress

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the Electoral College and provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President by the popular vote of all citizens of the United States regardless of place of residence. [HJR-36]
Constitutional Amendment - Provides for the direct popular election of the President and the Vice President. (Abolishes the Electoral College.)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution. on 02/28/2011

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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. [HJR-69]
Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits denying or abridging equality of rights under the law by the United States or by any state on account of sex.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr E1160) on 06/22/2011

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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify the authority of Congress and the States to regulate the expenditure of funds for political activity by corporations. [HJR-78]
Constitutional Amendment - States that nothing in the U.S. Constitution shall prohibit Congress and the states from imposing content-neutral regulations and restrictions on the expenditure of funds for political activity by any corporation, limited liability company, or other corporate entity, including but not limited to contributions in support of, or in opposition to, a candidate for public office.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution. on 09/23/2011

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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to expressly exclude for-profit corporations from the rights given to natural persons by the Constitution of the United States, prohibit corporate spending in all elections, and affirm the authority of Congress and the States to regulate corporations and to regulate and set limits on all election contributions and expenditures. [HJR-90]
Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the rights protected by the Constitution are the rights of natural persons and do not extend to for-profit corporations, limited liability companies, or other private entities established for business purposes or to promote business interests under the laws of any state, the United States, or any foreign state. Declares that such corporate and other private entities are subject to regulation by the people through the legislative process so long as such regulations are consistent with the powers of Congress (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution. on 12/02/2011

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Honoring the life of David Kato and all who are victims of violence in Uganda because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. [HR-100]
Honors the life of David Kato and victims of violence in Uganda because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. Urges the Ugandan government to thoroughly investigate Mr. Kato's death and to share its findings with the international community. Calls on the global community to continue advocating for the human rights of all individuals and condemns the atmosphere of anti-gay sentiment that supports and endorses violence against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 03/08/2011

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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should take all appropriate measures to ensure the continuation of its 6-day mail delivery service. [HR-137]
Urges the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to take all appropriate measures to ensure the continuation of its six-day mail delivery service.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Federal Workforce, U.s. Postal Service, And Labor Policy. on 03/18/2011

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Expressing condolences to the people of New Zealand for the terrible loss of life and property suffered as a result of the deadly earthquake that struck on February 22, 2011. [HR-139]
Expresses condolences to the people of New Zealand for the loss of life and property suffered as a result of the deadly earthquake that struck on February 22, 2011. Pledges the full support of the House of Representatives to New Zealand as the rescue and recovery effort continues. Recognizes the humanitarian response currently underway. Supports the continuing efforts by the U.S. government and private citizens to assist New Zealand.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson Subcommittee Hearings Held. on 03/31/2011

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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Senate should ratify the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). [HR-20]
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the full realization of the rights of women is vital to the development and well-being of people of all nations; and (2) the Senate should, therefore, give its advice and consent to the ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 03/01/2011

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Expressing the sense of the Congress that the current Federal income tax deduction for interest paid on debt secured by a first or second home should not be further restricted. [HR-25]
Expresses the sense of Congress that the current federal income tax deduction for mortgage interest paid on a first or second home should not be further restricted.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Referred To The House Committee On Ways And Means. on 01/06/2011

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Reaffirming the United States' commitment to a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through direct Israeli-Palestinian negotiations, and for other purposes. [HR-268]
Reaffirms support for a negotiated solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict resulting in two states, a democratic Jewish state of Israel and a democratic Palestinian state living in peace and mutual recognition. States that any Palestinian unity government must forswear terrorism, accept Israel's right to exist, and reaffirm previous agreements made with Israel. Opposes any attempt to establish or seek recognition of a Palestinian state outside of an agreement negotiated between Israel and the Palestinians. Urges Palestinian leaders to: (1) (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Considered As Unfinished Business. (consideration: Cr H4732-4733) on 07/07/2011

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