US Legislation | 2011-2012 | 112th Congress | House | Resolutions

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Bill	Status	Summary/Title	Last Action
HR761	Intro Sine Die	Expresses dissatisfaction that the practice of gassing stray cats and dogs that have owners continues in the United States in the 21st century. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-13 To House Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry
HR736	Intro Sine Die	Expresses: (1) disapproval of the use of gas chambers to euthanize shelter animals, and (2) support for the enactment of state laws requiring the use of euthanasia by injection with sodium pentobarbital as the standard method of euthanasia for all an... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-13 To House Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry
HR771	Intro Sine Die	Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care. Recognizes the importance of a respectful relationship between health care professionals and their patients in promoting better health outcomes. Enc... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 To House Subcommittee on Health
HR762	Intro Sine Die	Encourages: (1) every community to work with citizens, leaders, and institutions ranging from local fire halls and schools to faith-based organizations to develop its own civil defense program to create sustainable local infrastructure and planning c... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 To House Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management
HCR136	Intro Sine Die	Encourages: (1) the people of the United States to respond to all census surveys conducted by the Bureau of the Census; and (2) the Bureau of the Census to provide households and businesses with information regarding the community, economic, and fisc... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1443)
HR758	Intro Sine Die	Urges designation of a National Month of Voter Registration to encourage every voting age citizen to register to vote, confirm their voting information with their local board of elections, confirm they have everything in hand required on election day... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1423-1424)
HR759	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that a comprehensive approach to expanding and supporting a strong home care workforce and making long-term services and supports affordable and accessible in communities is necessary to uphold the ... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 To House Subcommittee on Health
HR749	Intro Sine Die	Supports the XIX International AIDS Conference and the goal of renewing awareness of, and commitment to, addressing the HIV/AIDS crisis in the United States and abroad. Recognizes that continued HIV/AIDS research, prevention, and treatment programs ... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 To House Subcommittee on Health
HR753	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes: (1) that prostate cancer has created a health crisis for African-American men; and (2) the importance of health coverage and access to care, as well as promoting informed decisionmaking between men and their doctors, taking into considera... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 To House Subcommittee on Health
HCR135	Engross Sine Die	Authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on September 19, 2012, for the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in recognition of her leadership and perseverance in the struggle for freedom and democracy in Burma. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-03 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
HR772	Intro Sine Die	Condemns the terrorism capaign by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and expresses solidarity with the victims of its violence. Reaffirms that the PKK is a common enemy of the United States and Turkey, and encourages ongoing cooperation between the ... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR770	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) only Congress has the constitutional authority to declare war, (2) President Obama should set clear objectives for the U.S. Armed Forces before sending them into battle, (3) President Obam... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR769	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes Lunchtime Music on the Mall as enhancing urban life in Washington, DC, and appreciation of the National Mall. Salutes the performers who participate in Lunchtime Music on the Mall. Commends the National Park Service (NPS) and the Washingto... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Natural Resources Committee
HR768	Intro Sine Die	Amends Rule X (Organization of Committees) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to rename the House Committee on Small Business to the House Committee on Small Business and Nonprofit Organizations. Expands the jurisdiction of such Committee t... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Rules Committee
HR767	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) Members of Congress should be allowed to observe Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement negotiations on behalf of the American people; (2) Members of Congress, the public, and the press... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Ways And Means Committee
HR766	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes the unmet needs of many Holocaust survivors and the urgency of addressing those needs. Expresses appreciation for the efforts of the European countries that have implemented legislation for the restitution of, or compensation for, private... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR765	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes the significance of the 50th anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago's independence to the people of Trinidad and Tobago and supports the ideals of Trinidad and Tobago's Independence Day. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR764	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes the significance of the 50th anniversary of Jamaica's independence to the people of Jamaica and supports the ideals of Jamaica's Independence Day. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR763	Intro Sine Die	Calls on all parties in the conflict in Syria to respect the human rights and religious freedom of Syrian citizens. Calls: (1) Secretary of State to predicate future discussions with all Syrian groups on their obligation to respect the rights of all... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HR756	Intro Sine Die	Expresses support for the designation of National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week. Encourages people across the United States to support programs to assist those in need of adult education and family literacy programs. Requests that the Pre... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Education And The Workforce Committee
HR757	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) elected Members of Congress should work to promote public awareness of the importance of proper flag etiquette, including the proper disposal of worn and tattered American flags; (2) they ... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 To House Judiciary Committee
HR755	Intro Sine Die	Requires the House to adopt the report of the House Committee on Ethics dated August 1, 2012, in the matter of Representative Laura Richardson. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR752	Intro Sine Die	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 6233) to make supplemental agricultural disaster assistance available for fiscal year 2012 with the costs of such assistance offset by changes to certain conservation programs. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-02 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR750	Intro Sine Die	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendment to H.B. 1905 (Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012). [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 6 (Roll no. 546). (text: CR H5552-5567)
HR751	Intro Sine Die	Elects a specified named Member to the House Committee on Financial Services. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR754	Intro Sine Die	Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National School Bus Safety Week. Celebrates the dedication and contributions that school bus drivers, managers, trainers, monitors, mechanics, and dispatchers make for our children every day across the co... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 To House Education And The Workforce Committee
HR747	Intro Sine Die	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 6169) to provide for expedited consideration of a bill providing for comprehensive tax reform; providing for consideration of the bill (H.B. 8) to extend certain tax relief provisions enacted in... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR742	Intro Sine Die	Condemns Russia for: (1) supporting the criminal regime of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria, (2) transferring weapons to the Assad regime, and (3) opposing resolutions from the U.N. Security Council regarding Syria. Concludes that Russian actions ... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1384-1385)
HJR116	Intro Sine Die	Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits, except in time of a congressionally declared war, federal fiscal year expenditures from exceeding: (1) federal revenues for that fiscal year, except revenue received from the issuance of bonds, notes, or other ob... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-08-01 To House Subcommittee on the Constitution
HR746	Intro Sine Die	Makes it out of order to consider a concurrent resolution providing for adjournment or adjournment sine die unless the House has been notified that the President has signed a bill to extend for one year certain expired or expiring tax provisions that... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-31 To House Rules Committee
HR748	Intro Sine Die	Expresses support for the designation of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-31 To House Oversight And Government Reform Committee
HR745	Intro Sine Die	Condemns the growing repression of democracy and human rights in Ecuador, including the suppression of freedom of expression and increased government control over the judiciary. Calls on the Secretary of State to: (1) note in the 2012 and future Coun... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-31 To House Ways And Means Committee
HCR134	Engross Sine Die	Condemns the atrocities that occurred in Aurora, Colorado, on July 20, 2012. Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed and expresses hope for the rapid and complete recovery of the wounded. Applauds the hard... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-27 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
HCR133	Engross Sine Die	Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the United States Capitol on September 12, 2012, for the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Arnold Palmer, in recognition of his service to the nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-27 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
HCR90	Engross Sine Die	Authorizes the printing as a Senate document of the 25th edition of the pocket version of the U.S. Constitution. Prescribes requirements in each chamber for distribution of copies of the printed document for their respective use. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-27 Message on Senate action sent to the House.
HR743	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Postmaster General should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring the nation's coal miners. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-26 To House Oversight And Government Reform Committee
HR744	Intro Sine Die	Celebrates the 101st anniversary of the passage of the first state registered apprenticeship law. Celebrates the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the National Apprenticeship Act of 1937. Supports the goals and ideals of National Registered Appren... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-26 To House Education And The Workforce Committee
HR741	Intro Sine Die	Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.B. 4078 (Regulatory Freeze for Jobs Act of 2012). [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-26 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HJR115	Intro Sine Die	Calls on the President to establish a Presidential Youth Council to create recommendations that: (1) advise the President and the administration on the perspectives of young people, (2) make public policy-related youth programs more efficient and eff... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-24 To House Education And The Workforce Committee
HR738	Intro Sine Die	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 4078) to provide that no agency may take any significant regulatory action until the unemployment rate is equal to or less than 6.0 percent, and providing for consideration of the bill (H.B. 608... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-24 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
HR737	Intro Sine Die	Expresses support for the goals and ideals of the fifth annual National Clinicians HIV/AIDS Testing and Awareness Day. Encourages: (1) primary care physicians and other clinicians nationwide to become actively involved in HIV/AIDS awareness, testing,... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-20 To House Subcommittee on Health
HR733	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that any deal on taxes and spending to replace the Budget Control Act of 2011 should: (1) not cut Medicare, Medicaid, or Social Security benefits; (2) contain serious revenue increases, including cl... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-20 To House Subcommittee on Health
HR735	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2009 was a "Bill for raising Revenue" under article I, section 7, clause 1 of the Constitution that did not originate in the House of Represent... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-19 To House Ways And Means Committee
HR730	Intro Sine Die	Demands that President Yanukovych and the government of Ukraine free former Prime Minister and opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko and the other senior officials of the previous government currently in detention, and restore their full political and c... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-19 To House Subcommittee on Immigration Policy and Enforcement
HR720	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes: (1) the 150th anniversary of the Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois, and (2) the importance of maintaining the government owned and operated manufacturing capabilities provided by the Arsenal to the U.S. Army and our national defense. [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-19 To House Subcommittee on Military Personnel
HR734	Intro Sine Die	Reaffirms the important role of frontline health workers in saving lives and fostering a healthier and more secure world. Commends the progress made by the United States in helping to build local capacity and to save lives in the world's most vulner... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-18 To House Foreign Affairs Committee
HCR131	Intro Sine Die	Supports efforts to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS crisis. Recognizes the importance of country ownership of the HIV/AIDS response, including participation by civil society. Supports the achievements of the United States President's Emergency P... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-18 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1272)
HJR110	Intro Sine Die	Constitutional Amendment - States that the liberty of parents to direct the upbringing, education, and care of their children is a fundamental right. States that neither the United States nor any state shall infringe upon this right without demonstra... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-18 Subcommittee Hearings Held.
HR731	Intro Sine Die	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Olympic Committee should: (1) consider the economic consequences of its purchasing decisions and its ability to positively contribute to American job creation, especially during a time... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-17 To House Judiciary Committee
HR732	Intro Sine Die	Recognizes, in light of the upheaval brought by the Arab Spring, that religious freedom is critical to democratization, so that: (1) all people can freely associate, speak, and peacefully participate equally in the political process; and (2) religiou... [Detail][Text][Discuss]	2012-07-17 To House Foreign Affairs Committee