Rep. Brenda Lawrence

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District HD-MI-14
Party Democrat
Bills Introduced 51

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US Congress 114th Congress

Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2016, as "National Pi Day". [HR-641]
Expressing support for designation of March 14, 2016, as "National Pi Day". Supports the designation of a "Pi Day" and its celebration around the world. Recognizes the continuing importance of the math and science education programs of the National Science Foundation. Encourages schools and educators to observe the day with appropriate activities that teach students about Pi and engage them in the study of mathematics.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson Introduced In House on 03/14/2016

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Recognizing March 31 as "César Chávez Day" in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez. [HR-662]
Recognizing March 31 as "César Chávez Day" in honor of the accomplishments and legacy of César Estrada Chávez. Recognizes Cesar Chavez Day to honor the accomplishments and example of Cesar Estrada Chavez. Pledges to promote his legacy and encourages the people of the United States to remember his rallying cry, "Si, se puede!" ("Si, se puede!" is Spanish for "Yes, we can!")

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Introduced In House on 03/23/2016

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Supporting the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. [HR-675]
Supporting the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Calls for recognition of: (1) national and community organizations and private sector supporters for their work in promoting awareness about sexual assault, providing information and treatment to survivors of sexual assault, and increasing the number of successful prosecutions of perpetrators of sexual assault; and (2) public safety, law enforcement, and health professionals (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, And Investigations. on 04/28/2016

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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week, the week of May 1 through 7, 2016. [HR-676]
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week, the week of May 1 through 7, 2016. Expresses support for the designation of Public Service Recognition Week. Commends public servants, government employees, and members of the uniformed services for their public service and honors those who have given their lives in service. Calls upon a new generation to consider a career in public service as an honorable (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Introduced In House on 04/12/2016

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Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that a standing committee (or subcommittee thereof) hearing be held whenever there is a moment of silence in the House for a tragedy involving gun violence. [HR-694]
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that a standing committee (or subcommittee thereof) hearing be held whenever there is a moment of silence in the House for a tragedy involving gun violence. Declares that, whenever a moment of silence related to a tragedy involving gun violence occurs on the floor of the House, the Speaker shall announce on the next legislative day the standing committee (or subcommittee) designated to hold a hearing on the event.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney Introduced In House on 04/20/2016

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Celebrating the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States during "National Small Business Week", beginning on May 1 through May 7, 2016. [HR-702]
Celebrating the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every community in the United States during "National Small Business Week", beginning on May 1 through May 7, 2016. Celebrates the contributions of small businesses and entrepreneurs in every U.S. community during National Small Business Week. Supports the designation of National Small Business Week. Recognizes the importance of creating policies which promote an environment in which small businesses may succeed. Supports efforts to increase awareness of the value of small businesses (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Dave Brat Introduced In House on 04/26/2016

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Expressing support for designation of November 2016, as "National Bladder Health Month". [HR-703]
Expressing support for designation of November 2016, as "National Bladder Health Month". Expresses support for the designation of National Bladder Health Month.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Introduced In House on 04/26/2016

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Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American Federation of Teachers. [HR-726]
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American Federation of Teachers. Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American Federation of Teachers.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Introduced In House on 05/12/2016

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Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster-care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster-care system. [HR-733]
Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster-care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster-care system. Supports designation of National Foster Care Month, and recognizes it as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children face in the foster-care system.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney Referred To The Subcommittee On Human Resources. on 05/17/2016

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Condemning the Dog Meat Festival in Yulin, China, and urging China to end the dog meat trade. [HR-752]
Condemning the Dog Meat Festival in Yulin, China, and urging China to end the dog meat trade. Condemns the Dog Meat Festival in Yulin, China, because it: (1) is a spectacle of extreme animal cruelty, (2) is a commercial activity not grounded in Chinese history, (3) is opposed by a majority of the Chinese people, and (4) threatens global public health. Urges: the government of China and the Yulin authorities to ban the killing and eating of dogs as part of Yulin's festival and to enforce China's food safety laws regulating the processing and sale (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 09/07/2016

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