| HR1424 | Intro
Sine Die | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 5072) to improve the financial safety and soundness of the FHA mortgage insurance program, and providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-06-09 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1178 | Intro
Sine Die | Requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives to ensure that cost estimates prepared by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) are available to the public by including a link to the CBO's official website on the official public Internet site of t... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-06-09 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR989 | Intro
Sine Die | Calls for the United States to adopt national policies and pursue international agreements to prevent ocean acidification, to study the impacts of ocean acidification, and to address the effects of ocean acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-06-09 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 241 - 170 (Roll no. 341). |
| SR339 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Supreme Court should permit live television coverage of all open sessions of the Court unless the Court decides, by a vote of the majority of justices, that allowing such coverage in a particular case would ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-06-08 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 421. |
| SR512 | Intro
Sine Die | Designates June 2010 as National Aphasia Awareness Month. Expresses support for efforts to: (1) increase awareness of aphasia (a communication impairment caused by brain damage that typically results from a stroke); and (2) make the voices of people ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-06-07 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S4627) |
| HR1392 | Intro
Sine Die | Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration or disposition of the Senate amendment to H.B. 4213 (amending the Internal Revenue Code to extend certain expiring provisions) on the same day it is p... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-28 Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1403, H. Res. 1392 is laid on the table. |
| HR1403 | Intro
Sine Die | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.B. 4213) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-28 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1372 | Intro
Sine Die | Recognizes the centennial of the founding and organization of the University of Georgia Graduate School. Expresses sincere appreciation to the students and administrators who contribute to its growth and success. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1408 | Intro
Sine Die | Applauds the people of Serbia for their commitment to democracy, free markets, tolerance, and the rule of law. Urges the European Council to adopt a clear position on Serbia's qualifications as a candidate country. Recognizes Serbia's cooperation w... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Foreign Affairs Committee |
| HR1161 | Intro
Sine Die | Honors the Centennial Celebration of Women at Marquette University. Commends the school, located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for continuing to fulfill its Catholic, Jesuit mission of offering premier higher educational opportunities to all students who ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1404 | Intro
Sine Die | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 5136) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2011 for military activities of the Department of Defense, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purpose... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1283 | Intro
Sine Die | Honors Dave Brubeck for his contributions to American music and cultural diplomacy. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities. |
| HR1292 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates the Emporia State University Lady Hornet basketball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division II National Championship. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. |
| HR1293 | Intro
Sine Die | Supports the goals and ideals of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities. |
| HR1312 | Intro
Sine Die | Thanks teachers and promotes the teaching profession by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in National Teacher Appreciation Week. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education |
| HR1318 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates coach Jim Boeheim on being named the recipient of many accolades for the 2009-2010 achievements of the Syracuse University Orange men's basketball team. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. |
| HR1319 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates Coach Bob Hurley, Sr., of St. Anthony High School in Jersey City, New Jersey, on his induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Recognizes: (1) the achievements of St. Anthony's basketball players; and (2) St. Anthon... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education |
| HR1333 | Intro
Sine Die | Supports the goals and ideals of Children's Book Week. Encourages parents to read with their children and schools, libraries, and community organizations to hold events to encourage children and students of all ages to read. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education |
| HR1336 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division I national championship. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. |
| HR1338 | Intro
Sine Die | Encourages all citizens to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni and raise awareness about the importance of national and community service. Acknowledges the significant accomplishments and contributions of AmeriCorps memb... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities. |
| HR1340 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates the California State Polytechnic University, Pomona men's basketball team for winning the 2010 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II Men's Basketball Championship. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness. |
| HR1341 | Intro
Sine Die | Urges the Obama Administration to include geography and geospatial education in its Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Blueprint for Reform proposals. Urges Congress to: (1) inc... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education |
| HR1342 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Congress should unwaveringly uphold the dignity and independence of older Americans by supporting efforts that guarantee for them: (1) financial security; (2) quality and affordable health ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-27 To House Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions |
| HR1385 | Intro
Sine Die | Recognizes and honors the courage and sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces and veterans and thanks such members and veterans for their service. Urges all Americans to do the same. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1073 | Intro
Sine Die | Supports the goals and ideals of RV Centennial Celebration Month to recognize and honor 100 years of enjoyment of recreational vehicles in the United States. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1400 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Caribbean American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and recognizes the fifth anniversary of observing it; and (2) the development of a national AIDS strategy with clear goals and objectives to reduce ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 To House Energy And Commerce Committee |
| HR1316 | Intro
Sine Die | Recognizes that Asian American and Pacific Islander communities enhance the rich diversity of the United States. Celebrates the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the United States. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| SR540 | Intro
Sine Die | Honors the entrepreneurial spirit of small businesses during National Small Business Week beginning May 23, 2010. Applauds the efforts and achievements of small business owners and their employees. Recognizes the work of the Small Business Administra... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4470-4471; text as passed Senate: CR S4471; text of measure as introduced: CR S4446) |
| SR508 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses support for the designation of June 2010 as National Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiecstasia (HHT) month. Recognizes: (1) the need to pursue research to find better treatments and a cure for HHT; (2) the HHT Foundation International as the o... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-26 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4469-4470; text as passed Senate: CR S4470) |
| HR1382 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses condolences to the families and loved ones of the sailors of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan who were killed in action on March 26, 2010. Stands in solidarity with the people and the government of the Republic of Korea in the aftermath o... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| SR532 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates the people of China for hosting Expo 2010. Expresses the sense of the Senate that Expo 2010 constitutes an important step along the path of reform and opening up in China. Calls on the sponsors and operators of the USA Pavilion to m... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 409. |
| HCR279 | Intro
Sine Die | Disapproves of U.S. participation in the provision by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) of a multibillion dollar funding package to the European Union (EU) until each EU member state demonstrates compliance with EU economic requirements, includin... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3750) |
| HR1189 | Intro
Sine Die | Commends Lance Mackey on his record-breaking fourth consecutive Iditarod victory during the 2010 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Applauds each musher who was courageous enough to compete in the 2010 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Expresses appreciation ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1258 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses support for: (1) the designation of Mental Health Month; and (2) the finding of the President's Commission on Mental Health that recovery from mental illness is a real possibility and steps can be taken to improve the lives of those living ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1353 | Intro
Sine Die | Supports the goals and ideals of Student Financial Aid Awareness Month. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1374 | Intro
Sine Die | States the policy of the House of Representatives that the revenue derived from the excise tax on oil production: (1) should continue to pay for the cleanup of, and the damages incurred by, the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and any future oil spill... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 To House Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment |
| SR536 | Intro
Sine Die | Designates June 1, 2010, as Declaration of Conscience Day. Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the landmark "Declaration of Conscience" speech delivered by Senator Margaret Chase Smith. Pays tribute to the Senator's integrity and courage. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4104-4106; text as passed Senate: CR S4106; text of measure as introduced: CR S4092) |
| HCR280 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses the sense of Congress that BP p.l.c. should reimburse all costs incurred by the federal government in assisting with cleanup efforts in the Deepwater Horizon oil spill incident in the Gulf of Mexico. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 To House Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment |
| HJR85 | Intro
Sine Die | States that Congress does not favor the proposed agreement for cooperation between the United States and the Russian Federation pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 transmitted to the Congress by the President on May 10, 2010. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 To House Foreign Affairs Committee |
| HR996 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses support for the designation of National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Recognizes the importance of preventing childhood obesity and decreasing its prevalence in the United States. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1256 | Intro
Sine Die | Congratulates Phil Mickelson on winning the 2010 Masters golf tournament. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1324 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses: (1) condolences for the loss of life and the physical and psychological damage caused by the April 2010 earthquake in Qinghai province, the Peoples Republic of China (PRC); (2) solidarity with the people of Qinghai province, Tibetan-Americ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1339 | Intro
Sine Die | Supports the designation of May as National Foster Care Month. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1361 | Intro
Sine Die | Honors the memory of Dr. James E. Shepard for his role in founding North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina. Celebrates the school's 100th anniversary and recognizes its accomplishments over the past century. Encourages North Car... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1363 | Intro
Sine Die | Grants the House Committee on Education and Labor authority to take depositions under Rule X (Organization of Committees) of the Rules of the House of Representatives in furtherance of its investigation into underground coal mine operator compliance ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-20 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| HR1371 | Intro
Sine Die | Condemns the selection of the government of Iran to serve on the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. Urges the President to direct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations to use U.S. influence at the United Nations (U.N.... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-19 To House Foreign Affairs Committee |
| HR1376 | Intro
Sine Die | Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution, laws, and traditions; (2) the Convention would undermine presumptions of freedom and in... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-19 To House Foreign Affairs Committee |
| SR534 | Intro
Sine Die | Designates May 1, 2010, as Silver Star Service Banner Day. [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-19 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985) |
| SR535 | Intro
Sine Die | States that the Senate: (1) welcomes the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon Hinojosa; (2) believes that together the governments of Mexico and the United States can bring immense benefits to their people and make enormous contributions to addressin... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-19 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985-3986) |
| HR713 | Intro
Sine Die | Recognizes the significant contributions of U.S. automobile dealerships. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that automobile dealerships which have been successful and are being closed not of their own doing, but as a function of the ... [Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2010-05-19 The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. |