openregs: legislation: 398 rows where bill_type = "hconres" and congress = 100 sorted by introduced

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bill_id	congress	bill_type	bill_number	title	policy_area	introduced_date ▲	latest_action_date	latest_action_text	origin_chamber	sponsor_name	sponsor_state	sponsor_party	sponsor_bioguide_id	cosponsor_count	summary_text	update_date
100-hconres-398	100	hconres	398	A concurrent resolution providing for the sine die adjournment of the 100th Congress.	Congress	1988-10-22	1988-10-22	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Foley, Thomas S. [D-WA-5]	WA	D	F000239	0	Provides for the sine die adjournment of the 100th Congress on October 22, 1988.	2021-06-10T20:21:59Z
100-hconres-394	100	hconres	394	A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of S. 2843.	Congress	1988-10-21	1988-10-21	Received in the Senate and read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.	House	Rep. Waxman, Henry A. [D-CA-24]	CA	D	W000215	0	Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 2843 (Generic Animal Drug and Patent Term Restoration Act).	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
100-hconres-395	100	hconres	395	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the habitability of Rongelap Atoll.	Government Operations and Politics	1988-10-21	1988-11-07	Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs.	House	Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7]	CA	D	M000725	2	Reaffirms the commitment of the Congress to the Government of the Marshall Islands and the Rongelap people that it is U.S. policy to take actions to restore the habitability of their homeland. Concludes that: (1) the data in the 1982 Department of Energy radiation study is inadequate and that the conclusions as to habitability are not supported by such data; (2) the comprehensive, independent study of Rongelap pursuant to the Veterans' Compensation Rate Increase and Job Training Amendments of 1985 should be immediately undertaken, should examine all the Rongelap Atoll islands, and should specifically examine radiation and related problems with respect to the children on Rongelap, past cumulative doses of plutonium, and chromosome damage to the entire Rongelap population; and (3) the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Energy should make available to the Government of the Marshall Islands such sums as may be necessary to contract for such study.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-396	100	hconres	396	A concurrent resolution concerning the promotion of the environment and human rights in Malaysia.	International Affairs	1988-10-21	1988-11-07	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10]	IL	R	P000444	5	Expresses the concern of the congress over the October 1987 arrests of 43 Sarawak tribal people. Encourages the Malaysian Government and the State of Sarawak to: (1) consult with the indigenous groups of the forest of Sarawak who are concerned with the future of the forest; (2) release all those imprisoned for the expression of their views and lift all restrictions on the rights of those detained for their opposition to the environmental and public policies of the Government of Malaysia; and (3) cease attacks on the independence of the Malaysian judiciary. Calls upon the President to: (1) encourage the importation into the United States of only hardwood harvested in a sustainable manner, and urge other countries to adopt similar practices; (2) encourage Malaysia and all countries marketing tropical hardwood to promote sustainable forestry practices; and (3) urge the Malaysian Government and the Government of the State of Sarawak to release those imprisoned for the expression of their views, lift restrictions on the rights of those detained for opposition to governmental public policies, and cease attacks on the Malaysian judiciary. Urges the President to communicate to the International Tropical Timber Organization that the United States: (1) advocates that the interests of indigenous peoples play a key role within the Organization; (2) encourages the Organization to develop environmentally sound policies; and (3) condemns imports of tropical hardwood from logging concession areas where activities cause environmental damage, are not managed for sustained use, or endanger the way of life of the inhabitants of the forest.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-397	100	hconres	397	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Veterans' Administration should develop and construct a full-service outpatient clinic in the area of Youngstown, Ohio.	Armed Forces and National Security	1988-10-21	1988-10-21	Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.	House	Rep. Traficant, James A., Jr. [D-OH-17]	OH	D	T000350	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Veterans Administration should develop and construct a full-service outpatient clinic in the area of Youngstown, Ohio.	2024-02-07T16:12:44Z
100-hconres-392	100	hconres	392	A concurrent resolution directing the Secretary of the Senate to make technical corrections in the enrollment of the bill S. 11.	Congress	1988-10-20	1988-10-20	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Montgomery, G. V. (Sonny) [D-MS-3]	MS	D	M000865	1	Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 11 (Veterans' Administration Adjudication Procedure and Judicial Review Act). Adds a provision to require the Administrator of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Labor to: (1) include within their budget submissions to the Congress estimated amounts to be obligated to specified services or benefits for certain veterans; or (2) report to the House and Senate Committees on Veterans' Affairs the reasons why identification of such amounts is not feasible.	2021-06-10T20:21:58Z
100-hconres-393	100	hconres	393	A concurrent resolution in support of democracy in Hong Kong.	International Affairs	1988-10-20	1988-11-07	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10]	IL	R	P000444	12	Declares that it is in the U.S. national interest that there be freely elected democratic institutions established in Hong Kong before 1997. Urges the British Government to ensure that the 1991 elections to the Legislative Council involve all members of such Council or a higher proportion than the ten currently planned. Calls upon the President to communicate to the People's Republic of China and the British Government the importance to the United States of the promises made regarding democratic rights and the retention of Hong Kong's capitalist system.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-391	100	hconres	391	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the House of Representatives and the Senate shall support the Provincial Government of Alberta, Canada, in a feasibility study for extracting oil and other minerals from oil sands, which would answer critical questions about the potential of tar sands resources in both the United States and Canada, while at the same time supporting a United States company which has developed an exciting new solvent extraction technology.	International Affairs	1988-10-18	1988-11-07	Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.	House	Rep. Lujan, Manuel, Jr. [R-NM-1]	NM	R	L000506	0	Expresses support for: (1) the Government of Alberta, Canada, in undertaking a study to confirm the efficacy of the Solv-Ex process to develop the strategic potential of the oil sands resource in the Athabasca area; and (2) environmentally acceptable commercial development of the tar sands resources of Alberta consistent with the results of such study.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-388	100	hconres	388	A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 3757.	Congress	1988-10-12	1988-10-18	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Ford, William D. [D-MI-15]	MI	D	F000270	0	Makes technical corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3757 (Federal Employee Leave Sharing Act of 1988).	2025-01-14T19:03:55Z
100-hconres-389	100	hconres	389	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should develop a national policy and enter into international agreements to mitigate global warming from the greenhouse effect.	Environmental Protection	1988-10-12	1988-11-15	Referred to Subcommittee on Energy and Power.	House	Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-36]	CA	D	B000918	13	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the Congress and the President should implement a national energy and natural resource policy to mitigate global warming caused by the greenhouse effect; and (2) the President should encourage and participate in international agreements to implement international strategies compatible with such policy.	2025-01-15T18:51:50Z
100-hconres-390	100	hconres	390	A concurrent resolution concerning appropriate notification of hospital closings.	Health	1988-10-12	1988-11-15	Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.	House	Rep. Collins, Cardiss [D-IL-7]	IL	D	C000634	0	Declares that, not less than 60 days before the termination of any service or the closure of any facility, a hospital should notify the community it serves, its employees, government agencies, and health care organizations of such termination or closure.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-387	100	hconres	387	A concurrent resolution to support further cooperation between the United States and Japan in the coordination of foreign economic assistance programs.	International Affairs	1988-10-06	1988-10-17	Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs.	House	Rep. Bereuter, Doug [R-NE-1]	NE	R	B000403	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should direct the Secretary of State and the Administrator of the Agency for International Development to take specified steps to improve coordination between Japanese and American foreign economic assistance programs.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-386	100	hconres	386	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the House regarding European Community actions affecting United States exports of corn gluten feed and corn byproducts.	Foreign Trade and International Finance	1988-10-05	1988-10-05	Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.	House	Rep. Jontz, Jim [D-IN-5]	IN	D	J000265	15	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the President should oppose any restrictions on European Community imports of nongrain feed ingredients, including corn gluten feed, and should support the current duty-free binding on such products; (2) the President should oppose any European Community proposals which would violate the intent of the existing duty-free binding in the General Agreements on Tariffs and Trade for corn gluten feed and corn byproducts; and (3) if unilateral action is taken by the European Community to inhibit the importation of corn gluten, the United States should restrict imports from the Community of at least the aggregate value of the reduced U.S. export products.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-385	100	hconres	385	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Amateur Basketball Association United States of America and the United States Olympic Committee should promote the adoption of rules that would make all basketball players eligible to compete in the Olympic games and that the United States Olympic Committee should promote the adoption of rules that would make all athletes eligible to compete in the Olympic games.	Sports and Recreation	1988-10-04	1988-10-11	Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations.	House	Rep. McMillen, Thomas [D-MD-4]	MD	D	M000573	138	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the Amateur Basketball Association United States of America and the U.S. Olympic Committee should promote the adoption of rules that would make all basketball players eligible to compete in the Olympic games; and (2) the U.S. Olympic Committee should promote the elimination of the distinction between amateur and professional athletes in all sports for purposes of eligibility to compete in the Olympic games.	2021-06-10T20:21:57Z
100-hconres-382	100	hconres	382	A concurrent resolution concerning the policy of the United States regarding the use of chemical weapons.	International Affairs	1988-10-03	1988-10-17	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Davis, Jack [R-IL-4]	IL	R	D000106	0	Declares that the use of chemical weapons is an offense against the law of nations. Declares that the Congress supports the President in his efforts to: (1) establish an international conference to end the use of chemical weapons; and (2) engage the Soviet Union in a bilateral initiative to eliminate the future use of such weapons. Encourages the President to use multilateral and unilateral methods to enforce a ban on the use of such weapons. Urges the President to direct the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations to present a resolution to the United Nations Security Council which: (1) condemns the use of chemical weapons; (2) acknowledges the damaging effect of such weapons on non-combatants; and (3) affirms that use of such weapons is a violation of human rights. Declares that the use of such weapons should be considered a terrorist act and that the Secretary of State should consider such use by any country in determining such country to be a terrorist country.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-383	100	hconres	383	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the restoration of democracy to Haiti and on conditions for the resumption of United States assistance to that country.	International Affairs	1988-10-03	1988-10-04	Ordered to be Reported.	House	Rep. Fascell, Dante B. [D-FL-19]	FL	D	F000041	15	Links resumption of U.S. assistance to the Government of Haiti to actions by the Haitian Government to: (1) embark upon a credible transition to democracy; (2) strictly observe human and civil rights and institute a judicial process to investigate and prosecute violations of human rights; (3) reform a corrupt bureaucracy; (4) promote economic development that will benefit the Haitian people; (5) improve cooperation with the United States in dealing with narcotics trafficking through Haiti and to take steps to halt the involvement of the Haitian military in the transshipment of illicit drugs; and (6) demonstrate the willingness of the Haitian armed forces to submit to legally constituted civil authority and to respect and abide by the Haitian Constitution. States that: (1) there will be no resumption of regularized and sustained government-to-government assistance until the election of a civilian government pursuant to free, fair, and open elections; and (2) the appropriate executive branch officials should consult with the Congress before any kind of assistance is made available by the United States to the Government of Haiti. Declares support for the people of Haiti and their desire for democratic government and economic development. Urges the appropriate committees of the Congress to conduct hearings to determine appropriate and necessary legislative actions to promote free, fair, and open elections leading to civilian government in Haiti. States that the appropriate executive branch officials should examine ways that the United States can work with its allies and appropriate international organizations to develop a consistent and sustainable multilateral policy toward Haiti.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-384	100	hconres	384	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the National Aeronautics and Space Administration should develop and maintain a crew rescue capability in support of the Space Station Freedom.	Science, Technology, Communications	1988-10-03	1988-10-03	Referred to House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.	House	Rep. Traficant, James A., Jr. [D-OH-17]	OH	D	T000350	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration should: (1) develop a permanent crew rescue capability in support of the Space Station Freedom as an integral element of the space station program, reporting to the Congress on progress; and (2) base a permanent crew aboard the Space Station Freedom only when such rescue capability is in place.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
100-hconres-381	100	hconres	381	Lebanon Reconstruction Resolution of 1988	International Affairs	1988-09-30	1988-10-20	House Agreed to Senate Amendments by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Dornan, Robert K. [R-CA-38]	CA	R	D000435	20	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) encourage all parties in Lebanon to support the constitutional mandate to elect a new president; (2) support actions which promote the unity of Lebanon; and (3) reinforce its commitment to national sovereignty for Lebanon.	2025-08-28T20:05:51Z
100-hconres-379	100	hconres	379	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning the current fraternization policies of the Armed Forces of the United States.	Armed Forces and National Security	1988-09-29	1988-10-06	Referred to Subcommittee on Military Personnel and Compensation.	House	Rep. Byron, Beverly B. [D-MD-6]	MD	D	B001220	3	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) an outright prohibition on fraternization between members of the armed forces is not feasible; and (2) the Secretary of Defense should prepare a report which makes recommendations to the President and the Congress for changes in the fraternization policy of the armed forces that may be required to maintain a modern military force.	2025-06-06T14:17:56Z
100-hconres-380	100	hconres	380	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding reductions in payments to hospitals under part A of the Medicare program.	Social Welfare	1988-09-29	1988-09-29	Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.	House	Rep. Johnson, Nancy L. [R-CT-6]	CT	R	J000163	44	Expresses the sense of the Congress that Medicare (title XVIII of the Social Security Act) hospital payments for FY 1990 should not be reduced below levels provided in current law for such fiscal year.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-377	100	hconres	377	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the state of affairs in Lebanon and urging all parties in Lebanon to work together to resolve the constitutional crisis.	International Affairs	1988-09-28	1988-09-30	See H.Con.Res.381.	House	Rep. Oakar, Mary Rose [D-OH-20]	OH	D	O000001	11	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) encourage all parties in Lebanon to support the constitutional mandate to elect a new President; (2) reinforce its commitment to national sovereignty for Lebanon; and (3) oppose actions which promote a partition of Lebanon.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-378	100	hconres	378	A concurrent resolution commending the initiative of the Ministers of Health of Central America and the Pan American Health Organization known as "Health: A Bridge for Peace".	International Affairs	1988-09-28	1988-10-11	Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs.	House	Rep. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND-At Large]	ND	D	D000432	8	Commends the initiative of the Ministers of Health of Central America and the Pan American Health Organization known as "Health: A Bridge for Peace." Encourages the President to fully support this initiative and the Pan American Health Organization.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-375	100	hconres	375	A concurrent resolution to condemn the export of hazardous waste by the United States to foreign nations.	Environmental Protection	1988-09-27	1988-10-11	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Florio, James J. [D-NJ-1]	NJ	D	F000215	1	Condemns the export of hazardous waste by the United States to developing countries without an environmental regulatory framework to protect health and the environment.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-376	100	hconres	376	A concurrent resolution to express strong support for the cabotage laws protecting the coastwise trade to vessels of American construction, crewing, and documentation, as well as other maritime promotional programs, and to urge the Administration in the strongest possible terms that the opening of maritime transportation services not be proposed by the United States at the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) talks, and that the United States reject any such proposal by a foreign nation.	Transportation and Public Works	1988-09-27	1988-10-28	Executive Comment Received From Fed Maritime Comm.	House	Rep. Jones, Walter B. [D-NC-1]	NC	D	J000256	108	Declares that the Congress urges the Administration to refrain from submitting any proposal in the GATT negotiations that would consider maritime transportation activity as being within the scope of "trade in services" and to reject any proposals made by foreign nations which are similar or which would lead to a contraction of the merchant marine.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-373	100	hconres	373	A concurrent resolution correcting technical errors in the enrollment of the bill, H.R. 1467.	Congress	1988-09-26	1988-09-30	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Jones, Walter B. [D-NC-1]	NC	D	J000256	0	Makes corrections of technical errors in the enrollment of H.R. 1467 (Endangered Species Act reauthorization).	2021-06-10T20:21:54Z
100-hconres-374	100	hconres	374	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding funding for the space station program.	Science, Technology, Communications	1988-09-26	1988-10-05	Referred to Subcommittee on Space Science and Applications.	House	Rep. Packard, Ron [R-CA-43]	CA	R	P000005	55	Expresses the sense of the Congress that both the Democratic and Republican presidential candidates should publicly support making specified appropriated amounts available for obligation for the space station program, and should endorse its continued funding.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
100-hconres-372	100	hconres	372	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Postmaster General should provide and sell a postage stamp to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the discovery of Alta California by the Portuguese explorer John Rodrigues Cabrillo.	Social Sciences and History	1988-09-23	1988-09-23	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	House	Rep. Stark, Fortney Pete [D-CA-9]	CA	D	S000810	34	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Postmaster General should provide and sell a postage stamp to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the discovery of Alta California by Portuguese explorer John Rodrigues Cabrillo. Declares that the stamp should be provided and sold in 1992 and sold for such period as the Postmaster General determines.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-369	100	hconres	369	A concurrent resolution to commend the Department of State's Science and Technology Officers on their outstanding performance and to recognize the importance of their work to the Congress and to the Nation.	International Affairs	1988-09-22	1988-10-19	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Roe, Robert A. [D-NJ-8]	NJ	D	R000383	4	Congratulates the Department of State's Science and Technology Officers on their performance. Urges the Secretary of State to make efforts to enhance the number and professional standing of such officers. Calls for expanded communications between the Congress and the Department of State regarding science, technology, and diplomacy.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
100-hconres-370	100	hconres	370	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress on the need to develop a national aviation policy.	Transportation and Public Works	1988-09-22	1988-10-06	Referred to Subcommittee on Aviation.	House	Rep. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK-1]	OK	R	I000024	22	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) national air transportation priorities and planning must be established which meet prescribed criteria (including deregulation); and (2) a bipartisan White House Conference should be convened in 1989 to develop a national aviation policy.	2024-02-07T16:02:17Z
100-hconres-371	100	hconres	371	A concurrent resolution concerning the United States response to the atrocities reportedly carried out in Burundi in August.	International Affairs	1988-09-22	1988-10-12	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Weiss, Ted [D-NY-17]	NY	D	W000258	17	(Measure passed House, amended, roll call #433 (415-0)) Urges the Government of Burundi to maintain and increase its efforts toward national reconciliation. Condemns the recent violence against Burundi citizens. Urges the President and Secretary of State to: (1) pursue bilateral and multilateral initiatives to press for nonviolent national reconciliation in Burundi, reduction of the risk of cross-border violence, and continued advancement in Burundi's economic reform program; (2) undertake a comprehensive reassessment of the bilateral relationship between the United States and Burundi and to consider the suspension of U.S. assistance unless specified conditions related to the violence against Burundi citizens are met within six months; and (3) suspend U.S. aid and oppose future World Bank loans to Burundi if, after one year, there has not been substantial progress in the internal reform of Burundi's military and civil administration and the reversal of patterns of ethnic discrimination against the majority Hutu.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
100-hconres-367	100	hconres	367	A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of the booklet entitled "Black Americans in Congress".	Congress	1988-09-20	1988-09-26	Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Boggs, Corinne C. (Lindy) [D-LA-2]	LA	D	B000592	0	Provides for the printing of the booklet entitled "Black Americans in Congress" (as revised by the Office for the Bicentennial of the House of Representatives) as a House document. Requires additional printing of such document for the use of the Office of the Bicentennial of the House of Representatives.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
100-hconres-368	100	hconres	368	A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of the booklet entitled "Women in Congress".	Congress	1988-09-20	1988-09-26	Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Boggs, Corinne C. (Lindy) [D-LA-2]	LA	D	B000592	0	Provides for the printing of the booklet entitled "Women in Congress" as a House document. Requires additional printing of such document for the use of the Office of the Bicentennial of the House of Representatives.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
100-hconres-366	100	hconres	366	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Air Force should continue to utilize the weather reconnaissance aircraft, WC-130, in coordination with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration operated satellite technologies, for tracking hurricanes and collecting research data to enable scientists to predict and understand hurricane behavior.	Science, Technology, Communications	1988-09-16	1988-09-22	Referred to Subcommittee on Readiness.	House	Rep. Lewis, Thomas F. [R-FL-12]	FL	R	L000295	33	Declares that the Air Force should continue to fly WC-130 aircraft for the purpose of collecting scientific data on hurricanes until satellites that can provide similar data are in place and functioning properly.	2025-06-06T14:17:56Z
100-hconres-365	100	hconres	365	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Republic of Korea should engage in rules of fair international trade competition and permanently lift its virtual ban on beef imports.	Foreign Trade and International Finance	1988-09-15	1988-09-15	Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.	House	Rep. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND-At Large]	ND	D	D000432	33	Urges the Republic of Korea to lift its ban on beef imports.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-364	100	hconres	364	A concurrent resolution congratulating Israel and Egypt on the tenth anniversary of the Camp David Accords.	International Affairs	1988-09-14	1988-09-20	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Kostmayer, Peter H. [D-PA-8]	PA	D	K000319	55	Congratulates Israel and Egypt for a decade of peace based upon the Camp David accords. Calls upon other Arab states and Palestinians to join in the peace process, renounce the state of war and acts of violence, and enter into direct negotiations with Israel to achieve a lasting peace.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-362	100	hconres	362	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Labor, in cooperation with the ACTION Agency, should publicize and promote projects under the retired senior volunteer program and the older American community service employment program that encourage and recruit older individuals to provide child care services in community-based child care centers.	Families	1988-09-09	1988-10-20	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Resources.	House	Rep. Bentley, Helen Delich [R-MD-2]	MD	R	B000392	49	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Labor, in cooperation with the ACTION Agency, should publicize and promote projects under the Retired Senior Volunteer Program and the Older American Community Service Employment Program that encourage and recruit older individuals to provide child care services in community-based child care centers.	2025-07-21T19:44:15Z
100-hconres-363	100	hconres	363	A concurrent resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Loyal Order of Moose and commending the accomplishments of its members in providing civic, charitable, and benevolent service to their fellow citizens in the finest spirit of American voluntarism.	Commemorations	1988-09-09	1988-09-09	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	House	Rep. Bilirakis, Michael [R-FL-9]	FL	R	B000463	50	Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Loyal Order of Moose and commends the accomplishments of its members in providing service in the spirit of voluntarism.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-361	100	hconres	361	A concurrent resolution to print a revised edition of "Our Flag".	Congress	1988-09-07	1988-09-28	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Annunzio, Frank [D-IL-11]	IL	D	A000212	0	(Measure passed House, amended) Requires the printing of a revised edition of the booklet entitled "Our Flag" as a House document. Provides for the printing of additional copies for the use of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Joint Committee on Printing.	2024-02-07T11:39:48Z
100-hconres-356	100	hconres	356	A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House from August 11, 1988 to September 7, 1988 and a recess or adjournment of the Senate from August 11 or 12, 1988 to September 7, 1988.	Congress	1988-08-11	1988-08-11	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Foley, Thomas S. [D-WA-5]	WA	D	F000239	0	Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives on August 11, 1988, until September 7, 1988, and of the Senate from August 11 or 12, 1988, until September 7, 1988.	2021-06-10T20:21:49Z
100-hconres-357	100	hconres	357	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the reopening of Washington Union Station.	Public Lands and Natural Resources	1988-08-11	1988-09-27	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Anderson, Glenn M. [D-CA-32]	CA	D	A000189	3	(Measure passed House, amended) Declares that the historic restoration and commercial development of a self-sustaining Union Station will provide historic and social benefit to the District of Columbia and to the Nation.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
100-hconres-358	100	hconres	358	A concurrent resolution providing that the United States delegation to the meetings of the United Nations Environment Program working group to draft a global convention on the transboundary movement of hazardous waste should promote and support the inclusion in such a convention of certain provisions.	Environmental Protection	1988-08-11	1988-11-02	Executive Comment Requested from State, Commerce, EPA.	House	Rep. Atkins, Chester G. [D-MA-5]	MA	D	A000226	28	States that the U.S. delegation to the United Nations Environment Program working group meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, for the purpose of drafting a global convention on the transboundary movement of hazardous waste should support inclusion in the convention of: (1) a global ban on all transboundary movements of hazardous waste; (2) a definition of hazardous waste that includes all wastes potentially adversely affecting human health; (3) provisions fostering environmentally sound technologies; and (4) a requirement that the ban apply even if the receiving country is not a party to the convention.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-359	100	hconres	359	A concurrent resolution to reaffirm United States security interests in the Persian Gulf and to recognize the vital contribution that United States Armed Forces personnel have made to promoting those interests.	International Affairs	1988-08-11	1988-08-22	Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East.	House	Rep. Coughlin, Lawrence [R-PA-13]	PA	R	C000807	1	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) a negotiated settlement to the conflict in the Persian Gulf region is in the best interests of all nations; (2) the President should continue his efforts to achieve a negotiated settlement to the conflict; (3) the positioning of U.S. armed forces was pursued to preserve international freedom of the seas and to protect nonbelligerent shipping; and (4) the U.S. armed forces personnel involved in that area should be congratulated and medals or other decorations should be awarded.	2025-06-06T14:17:56Z
100-hconres-360	100	hconres	360	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning the role of the United States in ensuring the safety of the Vietnamese boat people.	Immigration	1988-08-11	1988-10-15	Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From State.	House	Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-45]	CA	R	H000981	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the U.S. Government should make every effort to ensure the safety of the Vietnamese boat people; and (2) U.S. naval vessels should be deployed in the South China Sea to search for and rescue Vietnamese boat people.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-351	100	hconres	351	A concurrent resolution to correct errors in the enrollment of the bill S. 328.	Congress	1988-08-10	1988-10-03	House Agreed to Senate Amendments by Yea-Nay Vote: 399 - 0 (Record Vote No: 381).	House	Rep. Brooks, Jack B. [D-TX-9]	TX	D	B000880	0	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 328 (Prompt Payment Act Amendments of 1987), which requires the Federal Government to pay interest on overdue payments.	2021-08-14T18:40:19Z
100-hconres-352	100	hconres	352	A concurrent resolution establishing the Ad Hoc Joint Committee on Labor Relations for the Capitol Police.	Congress	1988-08-10	1988-08-11	Referred to Subcommittee on Personnel and Police.	House	Rep. Staggers, Harley O., Jr. [D-WV-2]	WV	D	S000779	10	Establishes a joint committee of the Congress to be known as the Ad Hoc Joint Committee on Labor Relations for the Capitol Police. Directs the committee to formulate a labor relations program for the Capitol Police, which is: (1) based on progressive principles and practices of labor relations programs in the public and private sectors; (2) sensitive to the needs of the Congress; and (3) designed to promote the efficient operation of the Capitol Police. Directs the committee to report its proposed program to both Houses within 180 days after they have agreed to this resolution. Requires such report to present the program in the form of recommended amendments to the Rules of the House of Representatives and the Standing Rules of the Senate. Deems such recommended amendments to be agreed to by both Houses 30 legislative days after the committee reports, except to the extent that such amendments are rejected by either House. Terminates the committee 30 days after the submission of its report.	2024-02-07T14:47:33Z
100-hconres-353	100	hconres	353	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should make the space program a national priority.	Science, Technology, Communications	1988-08-10	1988-08-26	Referred to Subcommittee on Space Science and Applications.	House	Rep. Buechner, Jack [R-MO-2]	MO	R	B001036	32	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) rededicate itself to attaining leadership in space activities; (2) increase budget resources for the space program; (3) pursue a strong program of both manned and unmanned space activities, including development of a permanently manned space station; and (4) seek opportunities for international cooperation in space.	2024-02-07T15:21:41Z
100-hconres-354	100	hconres	354	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President or the Congress should abrogate the Panama Canal Treaties of 1977 and the Neutrality Treaty and the Congress should repeal the Panama Canal Act of 1979.	International Affairs	1988-08-10	1988-09-06	Referred to Subcommittee on Panama Canal and Outer Continental Shelf.	House	Rep. Crane, Philip M. [R-IL-12]	IL	R	C000873	47	States the sense of the Congress that the President or the Congress should immediately abrogate the Panama Canal Treaties of 1977 and the Treaty Concerning the Permanent Neutrality and Operation of the Panama Canal and that the Congress should repeal the Panama Canal Act of 1979.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-355	100	hconres	355	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that South Korea, Japan, and the European Economic Community have a responsibility to reduce their trade surpluses with the United States, and that the President should set a minimum target for increases in agricultural exports of the United States when negotiating trade surplus reductions.	Foreign Trade and International Finance	1988-08-10	1988-08-10	Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.	House	Rep. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND-At Large]	ND	D	D000432	6	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) South Korea, Japan, and the European Economic Community should reduce their trade surpluses with the United States; (2) the President should enter into bilateral trade negotiations with such countries to reduce such surpluses; (3) the President should set a specified minimum target for increases in U.S. agricultural exports when negotiating such reductions; and (4) in reaching the minimum target for such exports, the United States should increase by a specified amount beef and wheat exports to such countries.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-347	100	hconres	347	A concurrent resolution welcoming the Board of Directors of the Japan Association of Travel Agents on the occasion of their visit to the United States.	International Affairs	1988-08-04	1988-08-12	Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population.	House	Rep. Bilbray, James H. [D-NV-1]	NV	D	B000462	0	Welcomes the Board of Directors of the Japan Association of Travel Agents on their visit to the United States.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-348	100	hconres	348	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games.	International Affairs	1988-08-04	1988-09-26	Favorable Executive Comment Received From State.	House	Rep. Horton, Frank J. [R-NY-29]	NY	R	H000797	41	(Measure passed House, amended) Pays tribute to the friendship between the Republic of Korea and the United States. Supports the choice of Seoul as the host city for the 1988 Summer Olympic Games and commends the Seoul Olympic Organizing Committee for its work. Expresses appreciation for the measures the Committee has taken to offer security for the athletes, officials, and visitors of the 1988 Summer Olympic Games. Urges all nations of the Olympic movement to participate in the Seoul Olympic Games. Commends those nations that have announced their intention to participate.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-349	100	hconres	349	A concurrent resolution commemorating the 130th anniversary of the Lincoln-Douglas debate and the rededication of the Lincoln-Douglas debate site.	Commemorations	1988-08-04	1988-08-04	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	House	Rep. Martin, Lynn M. [R-IL-16]	IL	R	M000195	25	Declares that the Congress joins the city of Freeport, Illinois, in commemorating the 130th anniversary of the Lincoln-Douglas debate and the rededication of the debate site.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-350	100	hconres	350	A concurrent resolution authorizing the printing of a history of the Committee on Ways and Means.	Congress	1988-08-04	1988-09-28	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8]	IL	D	R000458	0	(Measure passed House, amended) Authorizes the printing of a bicentennial history of the House Committee on Ways and Means, commemorating the creation of that committee on July 24, 1789. Authorizes additional printing of copies of such document for the use of the committee.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
100-hconres-344	100	hconres	344	A concurrent resolution commending the International Boundary and Water Commission for its efforts during the past 100 years to improve the social and economic welfare of the United States and Mexico and to improve good relations between our two countries.	Commemorations	1988-08-03	1988-10-20	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. de la Garza, E. [D-TX-15]	TX	D	D000203	13	Commends the International Boundary and Water Commission's efforts during the past century to improve the social and economic welfare of the United States and Mexico.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-345	100	hconres	345	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Federally funded school lunches should provide optional meatless meals.	Agriculture and Food	1988-08-03	1988-09-16	Referred to Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary and Vocational Education.	House	Rep. Jacobs, Andrew, Jr. [D-IN-10]	IN	D	J000033	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that federally funded school lunch programs should provide nutritious meatless meals for students who conscientiously believe such meals to be best for themselves.	2025-07-21T19:44:15Z
100-hconres-346	100	hconres	346	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the Pacific Forum.	International Affairs	1988-08-03	1988-08-15	Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs.	House	Rep. Scheuer, James H. [D-NY-8]	NY	D	S000124	1	Congratulates the Pacific Forum for contributions to the foundations of peace, economic progress, and security in the Asia-Pacific region. Recommends that congressional committees use the abilities of the Pacific Forum and the Pacific Parliamentary Caucus when in the public interest.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-343	100	hconres	343	A concurrent resolution concerning human rights of the Sikhs in the Punjab of India.	International Affairs	1988-08-02	1988-08-29	Executive Comment Requested from State.	House	Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-6]	IN	R	B001149	51	Expresses the sense of the Congress that India should allow Sikhs full access to the Golden Temple and remove all military presence from the shrine. Urges the Government of India to use restraint in resolving the dispute with the Sikh people in the Punjab. Calls for a political solution to restore home rule in the Punjab, with religious freedom and human rights guarantees.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-342	100	hconres	342	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the current Federal income tax deduction for interest paid on residential mortgages should not be altered.	Taxation	1988-07-28	1988-07-28	Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means.	House	Rep. Roukema, Marge [R-NJ-5]	NJ	R	R000465	115	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the current income tax deduction for residential mortgage interest should not be changed.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-341	100	hconres	341	Human Needs and Mobility Resolution	International Affairs	1988-07-27	1988-07-27	Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.	House	Rep. Schneider, Claudine [R-RI-2]	RI	R	S000136	14	Human Needs and Mobility Resolution - Expresses the sense of the Congress that a variety of transport options, particularly nonmotorized and low-cost options, should be encouraged as solutions for the mobility needs of the poor in developing nations. Urges the Agency for International Development to: (1) redirect resources to providing low-cost vehicles; and (2) report to the Congress on the effectiveness of multilateral development banks regarding lending for mobility needs of the poor in developing nations. Urges U.S. officials to increase the emphasis multilateral development banks place on nonmotorized, low-cost alternatives to private motor vehicles. Urges the Peace Corps to encourage the use of nonmotorized transport technologies in its projects and by its volunteers.	2025-08-28T20:07:33Z
100-hconres-338	100	hconres	338	A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make technical corrections in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 4264.	Congress	1988-07-14	1988-07-14	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Aspin, Les [D-WI-1]	WI	D	A000224	0	Makes technical corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4264 (Department of Defense Amended Budget Authorization Act, 1989). Adds provisions regarding the rate of pay for General Counsel in the Department of Defense and limitations on firm fixed-price contracts.	2021-06-10T20:21:44Z
100-hconres-339	100	hconres	339	A concurrent resolution calling for the full participation of American industry in the provision of telecommunications equipment and services.	Government Operations and Politics	1988-07-14	1988-07-29	Referred to Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.	House	Rep. Dingell, John D. [D-MI-16]	MI	D	D000355	206	Resolves that the Congress should implement policies under which: (1) the Bell operating companies would be permitted to provide information services, conduct research, design and market software, and design, manufacture, and market telecommunications equipment and customer premises equipment; and (2) statutory safeguards would ensure that these Bell activities would not harm telephone service customers or competition in the information services or manufacturing industries and would prevent cross subsidies between regulated and unregulated service offerings.	2024-02-05T14:30:09Z
100-hconres-340	100	hconres	340	A concurrent resolution requiring that the pledge of allegiance to the United States flag be rendered in the Hall of the House at the start of each legislative day.	Congress	1988-07-14	1988-07-14	Referred to House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Solomon, Gerald B. H. [R-NY-24]	NY	R	S000675	0	Amends rule XXIV and rule I of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the rendering of the Pledge of Allegiance in the House at the start of each legislative day.	2024-02-07T14:47:33Z
100-hconres-335	100	hconres	335	A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment of the Congress.	Congress	1988-07-13	1988-07-14	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Foley, Thomas S. [D-WA-5]	WA	D	F000239	0	Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from July 14 until July 26, 1988, and of the Senate from July 14 or 15 until July 25, 1988.	2021-06-10T20:21:44Z
100-hconres-336	100	hconres	336	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand.	International Affairs	1988-07-13	1988-07-13	Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs.	House	Rep. Atkins, Chester G. [D-MA-5]	MA	D	A000226	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand be congratulated for becoming the longest reigning monarch in that country's history.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-337	100	hconres	337	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States Government should not make reparations on account of the Iranian air disaster before the American hostages being held in Beirut, Lebanon, are released.	International Affairs	1988-07-13	1988-07-25	Referred to Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade.	House	Rep. McCandless, Alfred A. (Al) [R-CA-37]	CA	R	M000306	0	States that the U.S. Government should not make reparations to Iran or persons in Iran on account of the Iranian airline disaster of July 3, 1988, until all nine American hostages being held in Beirut, Lebanon, are freed.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-332	100	hconres	332	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the number of students in each classroom in an elementary or secondary school in the United States should be decreased.	Education	1988-07-12	1988-08-12	Referred to Subcommittee on Elementary, Secondary and Vocational Education.	House	Rep. Hertel, Dennis M. [D-MI-14]	MI	D	H000547	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the number of students in each classroom in an elementary or secondary school in the United States should be decreased to not more than 26 students.	2025-07-21T19:44:15Z
100-hconres-333	100	hconres	333	A concurrent resolution calling for the creation of an International Criminal Court with jurisdiction over internationally recognized crimes of terrorism, genocide, and torture, as those crimes are defined in various international conventions.	International Affairs	1988-07-12	1988-07-25	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Leach, James A. [R-IA-1]	IA	R	L000169	4	States that the United States should pursue the establishment of an International Criminal Court to assist in more effectively dealing with those acts of terrorism, genocide, and torture that are criminal acts under international conventions. Calls for due process, a fair trial, and impartial judges in such a court. Urges the President to explore convening an international conference to pursue negotiation of a multilateral convention establishing such a court and calls for a report on progress made by the end of 1989.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-334	100	hconres	334	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States Government should not make reparations on account of the Iranian air disaster before the American hostages being held in Beirut, Lebanon, are released.	International Affairs	1988-07-12	1988-07-25	Referred to Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade.	House	Rep. Rinaldo, Matthew J. [R-NJ-7]	NJ	R	R000262	28	States that the U.S. Government should make no reparations to Iran or persons in Iran on account of the Iranian airline disaster of July 3, 1988, until all nine American hostages being held in Beirut, Lebanon, are freed.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-331	100	hconres	331	A concurrent resolution to acknowledge the contribution of the Iroquois Confederacy of Nations to the development of the United States Constitution and to reaffirm the continuing government-to-government relationship between Indian tribes and the United States established in the Constitution.	Native Americans	1988-07-11	1988-10-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Udall, Morris K. [D-AZ-2]	AZ	D	U000001	2	(Measure passed House, amended, roll call #413 (408-8)) Acknowledges the contributions made by the Iroquois Confederacy and other Indian nations to the formation and development of the United States. Reaffirms the government-to-government relationship between the United States and Indian tribes. Reaffirms the trust responsibility and obligation of the Government to Indian tribes, including Alaska Natives. Acknowledges the need to exercise good faith in upholding treaties with the various tribes.	2025-06-20T19:33:16Z
100-hconres-330	100	hconres	330	A concurrent resolution providing that the United States should not undertake negotiations to compensate Iran in connection with the shooting down of Iran Air Flight 655 until the Government of Iran undertakes negotiations to compensate for attacks by Iranian military forces on civilian shipping and United States Armed Forces in the Persian Gulf.	International Affairs	1988-07-07	1988-07-22	Executive Comment Requested from State, DOD, Justice.	House	Rep. Torricelli, Robert G. [D-NJ-9]	NJ	D	T000317	7	States that the United States should not negotiate compensation or reparation payments to Iran or any party in Iran in connection with the shooting down of Iran Air Flight 655 unless and until the Government of Iran negotiates compensation or reparation payments for attacks by Iranian military forces on civilian shipping and U.S. armed forces in the Persian Gulf.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-328	100	hconres	328	A concurrent resolution regarding the protection and promotion of basic human rights in the Republic of Singapore.	International Affairs	1988-07-06	1988-09-08	Executive Comment Requested from State.	House	Rep. Feighan, Edward F. [D-OH-19]	OH	D	F000059	53	Urges the Government of Singapore to: (1) release all political prisoners; (2) respect the rights of lawyers; (3) investigate mistreatment of political detainees; and (4) respect the rights of Singaporeans to openly criticize Government policies and speak freely with representatives of human rights organizations, foreign diplomats, and the media. Commends the State Department and the U.S. Embassy in Singapore for monitoring human rights in Singapore. Calls upon the Secretary of State to: (1) urge the Singaporean Government to release persons imprisoned without trial for the peaceful expression of their beliefs; and (2) communicate to the Government of Singapore that contacts between Singaporean citizens and U.S. Embassy officials are an essential aspect of U.S. foreign policy.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-329	100	hconres	329	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should call a White House Conference on Children and Youth in 1990.	Families	1988-07-06	1988-08-12	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Resources.	House	Rep. Hertel, Dennis M. [D-MI-14]	MI	D	H000547	25	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should call a White House Conference on Youth and Children in 1990.	2025-07-21T19:44:15Z
100-hconres-327	100	hconres	327	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Nicaragua should fulfill its pledge to proclaim a general amnesty and release all political prisoners in accordance with the Esquipulas II agreement.	International Affairs	1988-06-30	1988-07-14	For Further Action See H.Res.497.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	191	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Government of Nicaragua should: (1) fulfill its pledge in the Esquipulas II agreement to grant a general amnesty to all political prisoners; (2) cease inhumane torture and holding prisoners incommunicado; (3) end random arrests for purposes of political intimidation; (4) allow human rights observers in all parts of prison facilities; (5) compensate former political prisoners; and (6) cease human rights violations.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-326	100	hconres	326	A concurrent resolution to request that the President submit a report to Congress regarding the stability of the Government of Panama.	International Affairs	1988-06-29	1988-07-29	Referred to Subcommittee on Panama Canal and Outer Continental Shelf.	House	Rep. Boulter, Beau [R-TX-13]	TX	R	B000666	37	Finds that recent events in Panama indicate a political environment in which the Government of Panama is becoming increasingly unstable and more hostile toward the United States. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should submit an unclassified report to the Congress addressing: (1) the stability of the Panamanian Government; (2) the likelihood of compliance by the Panamanian Government with the Neutrality Treaty and the Statement of Understanding guaranteeing transit of vessels, including U.S. war vessels, through the Panama Canal; (3) U.S. options regarding the transfer of the Canal; and (4) U.S. options, following transfer of the Canal to Panama, if the Canal is being used for illicit drug trafficking.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-325	100	hconres	325	A concurrent resolution commending the Hugh O' Brian Youth Foundation on the thirtieth anniversary of its founding.	Private Legislation	1988-06-28	1988-07-08	Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population.	House	Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4]	MO	D	S000465	0	Commends a named youth foundation on the 30th anniversary of its founding.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-323	100	hconres	323	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the decision of the Attorney General to order the deportation of Joseph Patrick Doherty to the United Kingdom was politically motivated to appease the Government of the United Kingdom and that Joseph Patrick Doherty should be released on bond during the review of his application for asylum and should be granted asylum in the United States.	Immigration	1988-06-23	1988-06-28	Referred to Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees, and International Law.	House	Rep. Biaggi, Mario [D-NY-19]	NY	D	B000432	15	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the decision of the Attorney General to order the deportation of Joseph Patrick Doherty to the United Kingdom was politically motivated to appease the Government of the United Kingdom; and (2) Joseph Patrick Doherty should be released on bond during the review of his application for asylum and be granted asylum in the United States.	2021-06-10T20:21:41Z
100-hconres-324	100	hconres	324	A concurrent resolution expressing the support of Congress for the Dalai Lama and his proposal to promote peace, protect the environment, and gain democracy for the people of Tibet.	International Affairs	1988-06-23	1988-07-05	Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations.	House	Rep. Rose, Charlie [D-NC-7]	NC	D	R000436	6	Expresses the findings of the Congress regarding the plan presented by the Dalai Lama for the restoration of peace and human rights in Tibet and the policies of the Chinese Government in Tibet. Commends the Dalai Lama for his peace efforts and calls on China to respond positively to the proposal. Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to support the Dalai Lama's proposal and to persuade Chinese leaders to enter into discussions with the Dalai Lama regarding Tibet.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-322	100	hconres	322	A concurrent resolution recognizing the loyalty and dedication of the American and Panamanian employees of the Panama Canal Commission during the current political unrest in the Republic of Panama, and resolving to protect their personal safety and the integrity of their homes and workplaces.	International Affairs	1988-06-22	1988-10-21	Referred to the Committee on Armed Services.	House	Rep. Tauzin, W. J. (Billy) [D-LA-3]	LA	D	T000058	1	(Measure passed House, amended) Expresses admiration for the performance of duty by American and Panamanian employees of the Panama Canal Commission during the political unrest in Panama. States that any Panamanian action undermining the safety of American employees shall be considered contrary to the vital interests of the United States.	2025-01-14T17:07:58Z
100-hconres-319	100	hconres	319	A concurrent resolution commending His Majesty King Taufa' ahau Tupou IV, the Parliament, and the people of the Kingdom of Tonga on the occasion of the centennial of the Treaty of Amity, Commerce, and Navigation between the United States and the Kingdom of Tonga and the 21st anniversary of the coronation of, and 70th birthday of, His Majesty King Taufa' ahau Tupou IV.	International Affairs	1988-06-21	1988-07-07	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Lagomarsino, Robert J. [R-CA-19]	CA	R	L000020	2	(Measure passed House, amended) Congratulates His Majesty King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV of the Kingdom of Tonga on his 70th birthday, the 21st anniversary of his coronation, and the centennial of the Treaty of Amity, Commerce, and Navigation between Tonga and the United States.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-320	100	hconres	320	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of the Treasury should not regulate the donation of articles intended to relieve human suffering in Nicaragua, except as provided in subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of section 203(b) (2) of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.	International Affairs	1988-06-21	1988-07-11	Executive Comment Requested from USDA, Commerce, State, Treasury.	House	Rep. Leland, Mickey [D-TX-18]	TX	D	L000237	70	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of the Treasury should not regulate the donation of articles intended to relieve human suffering in Nicaragua, except as authorized for the President under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.	2025-01-23T13:14:35Z
100-hconres-321	100	hconres	321	A concurrent resolution honoring the Unser family for its accomplishments in the sport of auto racing.	Private Legislation	1988-06-21	1988-06-21	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	House	Rep. Richardson, Bill [D-NM-3]	NM	D	R000229	0	Honors a named family for its contributions to American auto racing.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-318	100	hconres	318	A concurrent resolution urging the implementation of the low yield disaster program to alleviate the economic emergency caused by the drought of 1988.	Agriculture and Food	1988-06-16	1988-06-27	Referred to Subcommittee on Wheat, Soybeans, and Feed Grains.	House	Rep. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND-At Large]	ND	D	D000432	5	Urges the Secretary of Agriculture to utilize the low yield disaster program to help alleviate the possible drop in deficiency payments caused by the 1988 drought.	2024-02-05T11:45:06Z
100-hconres-316	100	hconres	316	A concurrent resolution to express deep concern that the Japanese Ministry of Transport has imposed unreasonable and unjustifiable obstacles which have precluded Federal Express from implementing its small-package express service between the United States and Japan pursuant to the 1985 Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Japan.	Foreign Trade and International Finance	1988-06-14	1988-08-11	Referred to Subcommittee on Aviation.	House	Rep. Sundquist, Don [R-TN-7]	TN	R	S001075	73	Expresses the grave concern of the Congress regarding the apparent discriminatory treatment of Federal Express by the Government of Japan. Urges Japan to honor its obligations under the 1985 Memorandum of Understanding and allow Federal Express to compete in the U.S.-Japan market with maximum flexibility.	2024-02-07T16:32:33Z
100-hconres-317	100	hconres	317	A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress concerning support for Amateur Radio and Amateur Radio frequency allocations vital for Public Safety purposes.	Government Operations and Politics	1988-06-14	1988-06-24	Referred to Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.	House	Rep. Dornan, Robert K. [R-CA-38]	CA	R	D000435	106	Expresses the sense of the Congress urging Government agencies to avoid actions that would reduce amateur radio frequency allocations used for emergency communications and encouraging support for the Amateur Radio Service in its emergency communications efforts.	2024-02-05T14:30:09Z
100-hconres-314	100	hconres	314	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding commemorating the last voyage of the PRIDE OF BALTIMORE and the christening of the PRIDE OF BALTIMORE II.	Social Sciences and History	1988-06-10	1988-06-24	Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population.	House	Rep. Bentley, Helen Delich [R-MD-2]	MD	R	B000392	27	Declares that the last voyage of the Pride of Baltimore and the christening of the Pride of Baltimore II should be commemorated.	2024-02-06T20:04:02Z
100-hconres-315	100	hconres	315	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the membership of Cuba on the United Nations Commission on Human Rights.	International Affairs	1988-06-10	1988-06-10	Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.	House	Rep. Mack, Connie, III [R-FL-13]	FL	R	M000019	1	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) it was inappropriate for Cuba to be granted full member status on the United Nations Commission on Human Rights; and (2) the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations should take appropriate action.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-313	100	hconres	313	A concurrent resolution concerning Cuban Human Rights.	International Affairs	1988-06-09	1988-06-09	Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.	House	Rep. Smith, Lawrence [D-FL-16]	FL	D	S000586	1	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United Nations Human Rights Commission has suffered a setback by the election of Cuba and Panama to the Commission; (2) the Secretary General of the United Nations should undertake all necessary measures to remove Cuba and Panama from the Commission and should closely monitor Commission actions, particularly its investigation of Cuban human rights, to ensure its independence and objectivity; and (3) the United States should be mindful of such election in evaluating U.S. financial support for the United Nations and the Commission.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-312	100	hconres	312	A concurrent resolution extending the sympathy and best wishes of the Congress to President Jose Napoleon Duarte during his battle with cancer.	International Affairs	1988-06-08	1988-06-13	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Fascell, Dante B. [D-FL-19]	FL	D	F000041	48	Extends best wishes to President Jose Napoleon Duarte of El Salvador. Expresses support for the Government and people of El Salvador and hope that President Duarte will accomplish his ambition of turning the presidency over to an elected successor.	2021-06-10T22:31:55Z
100-hconres-311	100	hconres	311	A concurrent resolution requesting that the next President of the United States continue the practice of holding annual summit meetings with the leader of the Soviet Union.	International Affairs	1988-06-03	1988-06-13	Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East.	House	Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-11]	CA	D	L000090	0	Calls upon the next President of the United States to continue the practice of holding annual summit meetings with the leader of the Soviet Union.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-309	100	hconres	309	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that any proposal to legalize illicit drugs as a method to address the problem of illicit drug trafficking and use in the United States should be rejected.	Crime and Law Enforcement	1988-06-02	1988-06-13	Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.	House	Rep. Armey, Richard K. [R-TX-26]	TX	R	A000217	22	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) any proposal to legalize illicit drugs, as a method to combat their sale and use, should be rejected; and (2) the Congress should explore only those proposals which directly attack the supply of, and demand for, illicit drugs.	2024-02-05T14:30:09Z
100-hconres-310	100	hconres	310	A concurrent resolution urging the Government of Iran to respect the human rights of members of the Baha'i faith, and for other purposes.	International Affairs	1988-06-02	1988-08-03	For Further Action See S.Con.Res.120.	House	Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10]	IL	R	P000444	116	Urges the Government of Iran to uphold the human rights of all its nationals, including members of the Baha'i faith, and to restore fully the rights guaranteed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Calls upon the President to: (1) monitor and report on developments affecting the Baha'i minority in Iran and in other countries; (2) cooperate with other governments in continuing to make appeals to Iran concerning the situation of the Baha'is; (3) initiate and support efforts in the United Nations and its agencies on behalf of the Baha'is; and (4) provide, and urge others to provide, for refugee and humanitarian assistance for those Baha'is fleeing their homelands to escape religious repression.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-308	100	hconres	308	A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that spending priorities in the Budget of the United States Government should be changed to reflect the principles upon which the United States was founded.	Economics and Public Finance	1988-06-01	1988-06-07	Referred to Subcommittee on Legislation and National Security.	House	Rep. AuCoin, Les [D-OR-1]	OR	D	A000337	9	Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the spending priorities in the Federal budget should be changed to decrease allocations for military programs and increase those for environmental and human services programs; and (2) the President should incorporate these changes in the budget submitted to the Congress for FY 1990.	2025-02-04T16:54:13Z
100-hconres-307	100	hconres	307	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should establish a special commission on travel and tourism to offer recommendations for establishing a national tourism policy to develop the travel and tourism industry in the United States.	Transportation and Public Works	1988-05-26	1988-06-13	Referred to Subcommittee on Transportation, Tourism, and Hazardous Materials.	House	Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4]	MO	D	S000465	16	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should establish a special commission on travel and tourism to: (1) study the developed and underdeveloped U.S. travel and tourism markets; and (2) make recommendations to the President and the Congress on ways to increase the U.S. market share of international tourism.	2024-02-05T14:30:09Z
100-hconres-306	100	hconres	306	A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment of the House until June 1 and a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate until June 6.	Congress	1988-05-25	1988-05-26	House Agreed to Senate Amendments 001, 002 by Voice Vote.	House	Rep. Foley, Thomas S. [D-WA-5]	WA	D	F000239	0	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from May 26, 1988, until June 1, 1988, and of the Senate from May 26, 27, or 28, 1988, until June 6, 1988.	2021-08-14T19:09:21Z
100-hconres-304	100	hconres	304	A concurrent resolution calling on Israel to drop all charges against Mubarak E. Awad and to allow him to continue undeterred his important work on behalf of regional peace in the Middle East.	International Affairs	1988-05-19	1988-06-20	Executive Comment Received From State.	House	Rep. Bonior, David E. [D-MI-12]	MI	D	B000619	21	Calls upon the President to urge the State of Israel to drop all charges against Mubarak Awad and allow him to continue his work on behalf of regional peace at the Palestinian Center for the Study of Nonviolence.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-305	100	hconres	305	A concurrent resolution condemning the disruption of efforts to relieve the food emergency in Africa and urging negotiations to resolve the armed conflicts that are a principal cause of the food emergency.	International Affairs	1988-05-19	1988-05-31	Referred to Subcommittee on Africa.	House	Rep. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL-20]	IL	D	D000563	44	Condemns the disruption of food production and relief efforts by parties involved in armed conflicts in Ethiopia, Sudan, Mozambique, and Angola. Urges the President and the Secretary of State to: (1) support proposals made by international relief organizations to negotiate agreements to ensure safe transportation and distribution of emergency food assistance; (2) pursue negotiations leading to the cessation of hostilities in such countries, including efforts to include countries providing military assistance to parties involved in the conflicts in the negotiations; and (3) seek the involvement of other countries of Africa and the United Nations as mediators to facilitate peace negotiations. Urges that: (1) all U.S. humanitarian assistance be made available to noncombatants on the basis of need and without regard to political considerations or affiliation; and (2) all countries providing military assistance shift their emphasis from military assistance to diplomatic efforts.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-302	100	hconres	302	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the apprehension and prosecution of General Manuel Noriega of the Republic of Panama.	International Affairs	1988-05-17	1988-05-17	Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary.	House	Rep. Shaw, E. Clay, Jr. [R-FL-15]	FL	R	S000303	41	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Department of Justice should proceed with the apprehension and prosecution of General Noriega of Panama and that pending charges should not be dismissed.	2021-06-10T20:21:36Z
100-hconres-303	100	hconres	303	A concurrent resolution commending humanitarian treatment of Southeast Asian refugees and urging further measures to ensure humanitarian treatment of the refugees.	International Affairs	1988-05-17	1988-10-13	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Wolf, Frank R. [R-VA-10]	VA	R	W000672	34	(Measure passed House, amended) Commends: (1) the Governments of Thailand, Hong Kong, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia for their history of humanitarian treatment of refugees; (2) the Government of Hong Kong for agreeing to set up a screening process to identify internationally acceptable refugees jointly with the United Nations High Commission for Refugees; and (3) the President for his decision in FY 1988 to increase the overall number of refugees to be admitted to the United States and for proposing for FY 1989 an admission policy which reflects the special issues involved in refugee policy in Southeast Asia. Urges the Government of Thailand to reinstitute its former policy of first asylum and officially end its policy of interdiction of arriving refugee boats. Urges the United States and other western nations to maintain their policies of resettlement. Urges the Government of Hong Kong and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to maintain their policies of first asylum. Urges the Department of State to continue working with ASEAN and other governments to meet security concerns while responding to the humanitarian needs of Southeast Asian refugees. Urges the President and the Department of State to admit the full number of Southeast Asian refugees that is fixed each year. Urges the Government of Vietnam to: (1) issue exit permits to Vietnamese who have letters of introduction from the United States or are former reeducation camp members and expand the Orderly Departure Program to stem the movement of refugees out of Vietnam; and (2) cease its occupation of Cambodia. Urges the governments of Indochinese countries to cease their policies of repression. Urges the United States to participate with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and ASEAN in preparing an international conference on Indochinese refugees which seeks to adopt a program to deal with the Vietnamese boat people.	2025-01-23T13:18:47Z
100-hconres-300	100	hconres	300	A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should give high priority to pursuing acceptance by both the United States and the Soviet Union of compulsory jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice.	International Affairs	1988-05-12	1988-05-12	Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs.	House	Rep. Leach, James A. [R-IA-1]	IA	R	L000169	0	Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should give high priority to pursuing the acceptance by both the United States and the Soviet Union of the compulsory jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice.	2024-02-07T11:38:03Z
100-hconres-301	100	hconres	301	A concurrent resolution recognizing the heroic acts of civilian construction workers who participated in the defense of Wake Island during its invasion by Japan during December 8 through 23, 1941.	Armed Forces and National Security	1988-05-12	1988-06-15	Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.	House	Rep. Packard, Ron [R-CA-43]	CA	R	P000005	219	Declares that the Congress recognizes the heroic acts of civilian construction workers who participated in the defense of Wake Island during its invasion by Japan between December 8 and December 23, 1941.	2025-01-14T17:07:58Z
100-hconres-296	100	hconres	296	A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of the House of Representatives Election Law Guidebook, 1988.	Congress	1988-05-10	1988-06-27	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Jones, Ed [D-TN-8]	TN	D	J000216	0	Authorizes the printing of the House of Representatives Election Law Guidebook, 1988 as a House document. Provides for the printing of additional copies for the use of the Committee on House Administration.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z

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