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97-hconres-439 97 hconres 439 A concurrent resolution providing for clarification of Indian tribal government in the case of Alaska Natives. Congress 1982-12-21 1982-12-23 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8] IL D R000458 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 5470 (Tax status of Alaska Natives). 2023-05-11T12:59:55Z  
97-hconres-436 97 hconres 436 A concurrent resolution that the requirement of 2 U.S.C. 107 that the enrollment of H.J. Res. 631 or any measure continuing appropriations be printed on parchment be waived for the duration of the Ninety-seventh Congress. Congress 1982-12-20 1982-12-20 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Waives specified requirements relating to the enrollment of H.J. Res. 631 or any measure continuing appropriations. 2023-05-11T12:59:55Z  
97-hconres-437 97 hconres 437 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress concerning the completion of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in West Potomac Park in the District of Columbia. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-12-20 1982-12-23 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules. House Rep. Bailey, Donald A. [D-PA-21] PA D B000037 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that all pertinent parties should approve the inclusion in the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in West Potomac Park in the District of Columbia of the flag, inscription, and statue as agreed upon in October 1982 by certain organizations and interested parties. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
97-hconres-438 97 hconres 438 A concurrent resolution that the House of Representatives shall adjourn Monday, December 20, 1982, or on Tuesday, December 21, 1982, pursuant to a motion made by the Majority Leader, or his designee, in accordance with this resolution, and that when it adjourns on said day, it stand adjourned sine die. Congress 1982-12-20 1982-12-21 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 House of Representatives on December 20 or 21, 1982, and the Senate at any time before January 3, 1983. 2023-05-11T12:59:55Z  
97-hconres-435 97 hconres 435 A concurrent resolution correct enrollment of the bill (H.R. 5447) to extend the Commodity Exchange Act, and for other purposes. Congress 1982-12-16 1982-12-17 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. de la Garza, E. [D-TX-15] TX D D000203 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 5447 (Commodity Exchange Act extension). 2023-05-11T12:59:55Z  
97-hconres-434 97 hconres 434 A concurrent resolution condemning all forms of religious persecution and discrimination as a violation of human rights. International Affairs 1982-12-14 1982-12-17 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Bonker, Don [D-WA-3] WA D B000620 16 Condemns and opposes religious persecution and discrimination wherever practiced, encouraged or tolerated by national governments, institutions, or persons. Urges the President to organize and implement actions to be taken with respect to governments engaged in religious persecution and discrimination. Urges the President and other U.S. officials to: (1) work for the establishment of a United Nations working group on the Elimination of All Forms of Religious Persecution and Discrimination; (2) raise the issue of violations of freedom of religion and belief at every appropriate international forum; and (3) encourage the U.N., regional organizations, and individual governments to condemn religious persecution and discrimination and to adopt effective measures to eliminate such persecution and discrimination. Urges the President to give high priority to reviewing U.S. policy toward international treaties that seek to protect against religious persecution and discrimination. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-433 97 hconres 433 A concurrent resolution condemning all forms of religious persecution and discrimination as a violation of human rights. International Affairs 1982-12-06 1982-12-14 See H.Con.Res.434. House Rep. Bonker, Don [D-WA-3] WA D B000620 7 Condemns and opposes religious persecution and discrimination wherever practiced, encouraged or tolerated by national governments, institutions, or persons. Urges the President to organize and implement actions to be taken with respect to governments engaged in religious persecution and discrimination. Urges the President and other U.S. officials to: (1) work for the establishment of a United Nations working group on the Elimination of All Forms of Religious Persecution and Discrimination; (2) raise the issue of violations of freedom of religion and belief at every appropriate international forum; and (3) encourage the U.N., regional organizations, and individual governments to condemn religious persecution and discrimination and to adopt effective measures to eliminate such persecution and discrimination. Urges the President to give high priority to reviewing U.S. policy toward international treaties that seek to protect against religious persecution and discrimination. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-431 97 hconres 431 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that financial institutions should cooperate with the economic recovery plan of the Federal Government by following the lead of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in setting lower interest rates for consumer loans. Finance and Financial Sector 1982-12-02 1982-12-02 Referred to Subcommittee on Financial Institutions Supervision, Regulation and Insurance. House Rep. Goodling, William F. [R-PA-19] PA R G000291 0 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that financial institutions should cooperate with the economic recovery plan of the Government by following the lead of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System in setting lower interest rates for consumer loans. 2024-02-06T19:38:08Z  
97-hconres-432 97 hconres 432 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress on the situation in Poland and calling for a determined policy aimed at ending the repression of the Polish people. International Affairs 1982-12-02 1982-12-14 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Zablocki, Clement J. [D-WI-4] WI D Z000001 15 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Americans reaffirm their support for the Polish people; (2) there should be an immediate lifting of martial law, a release of remaining detainees, and a more complete resumption of dialog with Solidarity and the church; (3) an appropriate American response is necessary to reinforce the positive developments in Poland; and (4) such response should embody a policy of positive incentives to the Polish Government to restore to all Polish people their basic rights and to institute economic and political reforms. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-430 97 hconres 430 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that a security zone should be established in southern Lebanon. International Affairs 1982-12-01 1982-12-09 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Kennelly, Barbara B. [D-CT-1] CT D K000118 0 Urges the President to encourage the Lebanese Government to negotiate with Israel to create a security zone to maintain order in southern Lebanon until the Lebanese Government can maintain order on its own. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-429 97 hconres 429 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress concerning the legal minimum age for drinking and purchasing alcohol. Health 1982-11-30 1982-12-13 Referred to Subcommittee on Surface Transportation. House Rep. Goodling, William F. [R-PA-19] PA R G000291 30 Expresses the sense of Congress that the age for drinking and purchasing alcoholic beverages should be raised to 21 in all States where the drinking age is lower. 2024-02-07T16:02:17Z  
97-hconres-428 97 hconres 428 A concurrent resolution condemning all forms of religious persecution and discrimination as a violation of human rights. International Affairs 1982-11-29 1982-12-06 See H.Con.Res.433. House Rep. Bonker, Don [D-WA-3] WA D B000620 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that anyone who engages in religious persecution and discrimination is commiting an act of terrorism. Urges the President to: (1) raise the issue of violations of religious freedom at every opportunity; (2) instruct the U.S. representatives to the United Nations Commission on Human Rights to work for the establishment of a working group on the elimination of all forms of religious persecution and discrimination; (3) encourage the leaders of other countries to join in condemning all forms of religious persecution and discrimination, to support the establishment of a working group at the United Nations, and to call upon the United Nations to take other specified actions to reduce religious persecution and discrimination; and (4) try to organize a program of action to be taken with respect to governments practicing religious persecution and discrimination. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-420 97 hconres 420 A concurrent resolution authorizing that a certain correction be made in the enrollment of House Joint Resolution 599, making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 1983. Congress 1982-10-01 1982-10-01 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Whitten, Jamie L. [D-MS-1] MS D W000428 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.J. Res. 599 (Continuing appropriations). 2023-05-11T12:59:54Z  
97-hconres-421 97 hconres 421 A concurrent resolution that when the two Houses adjourn on Friday, October 1, 1982, or on Saturday, October 2, 1982, pursuant to motions made by their Majority Leaders, or their designees, in accordance with this resolution, they stand adjourned until 12 o'clock meridian on Monday, November 29, 1982. Congress 1982-10-01 1982-10-02 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives and the Senate from October 1 or October 2, 1982, until November 29, 1982. 2023-05-11T12:59:54Z  
97-hconres-422 97 hconres 422 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Government of the United States should denounce the continuing persecution of, and discrimination against, individuals and groups on the basis of religion by governments of member states of the Warsaw Pact, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1982-10-01 1982-12-20 Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Atkinson, Eugene V. [D-PA-25] PA D A000329 10 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should denounce violations by the Warsaw Pact countries of the religious freedom provisions of the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe signed at Helsinki in 1975 (Helsinki Final Act). Urges the President to: (1) raise the issue of such violations at any appropriate international forum; and (2) express the stern displeasure of the United States with the restrictive practices of such governments against religious bodies and individual believers. Expresses the sense of the Congress that each government should honor its commitments under the Helsinki Final Act, the International Covenant on Political and Civil Rights of 1966, and its own national constitution. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-423 97 hconres 423 A concurrent resolution expressing the full support of the Congress for the Republic of Costa Rica and its democratic institutions as that country responds to the current economic crisis, and for Costa Rica's efforts to contribute to the peaceful resolution of conflicts in Central America. International Affairs 1982-10-01 1982-12-17 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 0 Expresses the support of Congress for Costa Rica and its democratic institutions as it responds to the current economic crisis and for Costa Rica's efforts to contribute to the peaceful resolution of conflicts in Central America. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
97-hconres-424 97 hconres 424 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning bilateral negotiations on chemical weapons. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-10-01 1982-11-08 Executive Comment Requested from Arms Control & Disarm Agcy, State, DOD. House Rep. Bethune, Ed [R-AR-2] AR R B000422 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should immediately notify the Soviet Union that the United States is willing to reconvene bilateral negotiations on a treaty to prohibit the further development, production, and stockpiling of chemical weapons and to provide for the destruction of existing chemical weapons. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-425 97 hconres 425 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress concerning Americans missing in action in Laos. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-10-01 1982-12-14 Ordered to be Reported (Amended). House Rep. Foglietta, Thomas M. [D-PA-1] PA D F000235 61 Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to locating and repatriating Americans unaccounted for in Southeast Asia. Expresses congressional appreciation to the Lao Government for its expressed willingness to help. Supports the President's actions to locate and return missing Americans. Urges the President to respond to the indicated willingness of the Lao Government to cooperate in this effort. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
97-hconres-426 97 hconres 426 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Commerce should not license the export to South Africa of any hot isostatic presses. International Affairs 1982-10-01 1982-10-20 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Leland, Mickey [D-TX-18] TX D L000237 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Commerce should not issue a license for the export to South Africa of any hot isostatic presses. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-427 97 hconres 427 A concurrent resolution declaring the support of the United States for the people of Afghanistan in their struggle to be free of foreign domination. International Affairs 1982-10-01 1982-10-19 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Ritter, Don [R-PA-15] PA R R000277 77 Declares that it should be U.S. policy to: (1) support the people of Afghanistan in their struggle to be free from foreign domination; (2) provide the Afghans, upon request, with material assistance; and (3) pursue a negotiated settlement of the war in Afghanistan based on the total withdrawal of Soviet troops and the recognition of the right of the Afghans to choose their own destiny. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
97-hconres-417 97 hconres 417 A concurrent resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Federal Trade Commission relating to funeral industry practices. Commerce 1982-09-30 1982-10-01 Referred to Subcommittee on Commerce, Transportation and Tourism. House Rep. Russo, Martin A. [D-IL-3] IL D R000543 0 Disapproves the final rule promulgated by the Federal Trade Commission which deals with the matter of funeral industry practices. 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z  
97-hconres-418 97 hconres 418 A concurrent resolution to declare Montana, "The Official United States Gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics". Sports and Recreation 1982-09-30 1982-09-30 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Williams, Pat [D-MT-1] MT D W000520 0 Declares Montana the Official United States Gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
97-hconres-419 97 hconres 419 A concurrent resolution reaffirming the policy of the United States that federally owned lands shall remain in public ownership. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1982-09-30 1982-12-15 Executive Comment Requested from Interior, USDA. House Rep. Williams, Pat [D-MT-1] MT D W000520 1 Reaffirms the policy of the United States that federally owned lands shall remain in public ownership. Requests the administration to rescind Executive Order number 12348. 2024-02-07T13:32:55Z  
97-hconres-414 97 hconres 414 A concurrent resolution directing the preparation of duplicate conference papers on H.R. 5930. Congress 1982-09-29 1982-09-29 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Mineta, Norman Y. [D-CA-13] CA D M000794 0 Directs the Secretary of the Senate and the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and sign official duplicates of the conference paper on H.R. 5930 (to extend the aviation insurance program). 2023-05-11T12:59:54Z  
97-hconres-415 97 hconres 415 A concurrent resolution with respect to conventional arms transfer limitations. International Affairs 1982-09-29 1982-11-08 Executive Comment Requested from Arms Control & Disarm Agcy, State, DOD. House Rep. Hall, Tony P. [D-OH-3] OH D H000074 0 States that the United States should reaffirm a commitment to self-restraint with respect to selective conventional arms transfers to developing nations. States that the United States and the Soviet Union should resume conventional arms transfer talks. States that the United States should begin discussions to limit arms transfers by the free world arms supplying nations and other nations selling conventional weapons. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-416 97 hconres 416 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should enter into negotiations with the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics for purposes of establishing a new long-term grain sales agreement, and for other purposes. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1982-09-29 1982-10-14 Referred to Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade. House Rep. Fithian, Floyd J. [D-IN-2] IN D F000161 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President: (1) should enter into negotiations with the Soviet Union to reach an agreement under which the Soviet Union for at least five years will buy not less than eight million metric tons of U.S. grain annually; and (2) should not impose an embargo on the export of grain to the Soviet Union or any other country with which the United States has a grain sales agreement. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-413 97 hconres 413 A concurrent resolution urging the President to provide as expeditiously as possible for the burial of an unknown soldier from the Vietnam era at Arlington National Cemetery as directed by the National Cemeteries Act of 1973. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-09-28 1982-09-28 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Goodling, William F. [R-PA-19] PA R G000291 44 Urges the President and the Secretary of Defense to comply with the National Cemeteries Act of 1973 and arrange for the burial of an unknown soldier from the Vietnam era at Arlington National Cemetery. 2024-02-07T16:12:44Z  
97-hconres-412 97 hconres 412 A concurrent resolution extending to the Graduate School, United States Department of Agriculture, the appreciation of the Congress on the sixtieth anniversary of the founding of the school. Education 1982-09-23 1982-12-02 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. de la Garza, E. [D-TX-15] TX D D000203 1 Recognizes the 1981-1982 school year as the 60th anniversary of the Graduate School, United States Department of Agriculture. 2023-05-11T12:59:53Z  
97-hconres-411 97 hconres 411 A concurrent resolution urging the President to declassify certain intelligence information in order to bring to the attention of the American people the extent of the military capabilities of the Soviet Union. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-09-22 1982-10-14 Referred to Subcommittee on Procurement and Military Nuclear Systems. House Rep. Badham, Robert E. [R-CA-40] CA R B000024 41 Urges the President to declassify and publicize to the American people existing intelligence information on the military threat to the United States and its allies posed by the Soviet Union. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-409 97 hconres 409 A concurrent resolution regarding the massacre of Palestinians in Lebanon. International Affairs 1982-09-21 1982-09-29 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Findley, Paul [R-IL-20] IL R F000123 0 Condemns the recent massacre of Palestinians in Lebanon. Extends the sympathy of the Congress to the families of those murdered and to the Palestinian community. Expresses the regret of the Congress over recent events, including the assassination of President-elect Gemayel. Calls for international cooperation to prevent further bloodshed in Lebanon. Calls for the removal of all foreign forces from Lebanon. Urges the President to pursue every possible effort to bring peace to the Middle East. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-410 97 hconres 410 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to a means test for the Medicare program. Health 1982-09-21 1982-10-01 See H.J.Res.599. House Rep. Peyser, Peter A. [D-NY-23] NY D P000280 38 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the establishment of a means test for Medicare benefits would be a breach of faith with the American public; and (2) the Medicare program should not have a means test. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-407 97 hconres 407 A concurrent resolution to Express Thanks to Former First Lady Betty Ford. Government Operations and Politics 1982-09-16 1982-09-24 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Michel, Robert H. [R-IL-18] IL R M000692 0 Expresses the appreciation of the Congress to former First Lady Betty Ford for her efforts to recognize the problem of chemical dependency on alcohol and other drugs. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
97-hconres-408 97 hconres 408 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that surplus United States grain should be used to feed hungry people at home and abroad. Agriculture and Food 1982-09-16 1982-09-23 Referred to Subcommittee on International Economic Policy and Trade. House Rep. Daschle, Thomas A. [D-SD-1] SD D D000064 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that the administration should use no less than one-fourth of our surplus grain stocks for food relief both at home and abroad. States that the distribution of grain should not disrupt local markets or depress prices for farmers in recipient countries. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-406 97 hconres 406 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the various factions in Lebanon should not respond to the assassination of President-Elect Gemayel with violence. International Affairs 1982-09-15 1982-09-23 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Goodling, William F. [R-PA-19] PA R G000291 9 Expresses the sense of Congress that all the factions involved in the Middle East crisis following the assassination of Lebanon's President-elect Bashir Gemayal should work to end the foreign occupation of Lebanon and stop pursuing conflicting policies. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-405 97 hconres 405 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3517. Congress 1982-09-14 1982-09-17 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Mazzoli, Romano L. [D-KY-3] KY D M000291 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3517 (Permanent residence status for certain nonimmigrant aliens residing in the Virgin Islands). 2023-05-11T12:59:53Z  
97-hconres-403 97 hconres 403 A concurrent resolution commending the Sheriffs and citizenry of the State of Florida, the people of the United States and the Florida Sheriffs Youth Fund for the establishment in 1957 and maintenance of the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch for twenty-five (25) years. Crime and Law Enforcement 1982-09-09 1982-09-09 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2] FL D F000430 14 Commends the supporters of the Florida Sheriffs Boys Ranch on the occasion of its 25th anniversary. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
97-hconres-404 97 hconres 404 A concurrent resolution commending the efforts of the Nation's schools to increase their effectiveness and encouraging further improvement in the quality of education. Education 1982-09-09 1982-09-15 Subcommittee Hearings Held. House Rep. Perkins, Carl Dewey [D-KY-7] KY D P000230 2 Commends the Nation's schools' efforts to increase their effectiveness and provide a quality education for all students. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
97-hconres-402 97 hconres 402 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that any member of the United Nations that fails to pay its assessed contribution for two consecutive years should be denied the right to vote in the General Assembly, the Security Council, and any other organ or organization of the United Nations. International Affairs 1982-09-08 1982-09-17 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Rinaldo, Matthew J. [R-NJ-12] NJ R R000262 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that any member country of the United Nations that fails to pay its assessed contribution for two years should not be allowed to vote. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-397 97 hconres 397 A concurrent resolution expressing the deep gratitude of the Congress to Special Envoy Philip Habib. International Affairs 1982-08-19 1982-09-16 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Broomfield, William S. [R-MI-19] MI R B000890 4 Expresses the gratitude of Congress for the service of Special Envoy Philip Habib in Lebanon. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-398 97 hconres 398 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4961. Congress 1982-08-19 1982-08-19 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8] IL D R000458 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4961 (Miscellaneous changes in tax laws). 2023-05-11T12:59:53Z  
97-hconres-399 97 hconres 399 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House from August 19 to September 8, 1982, and an adjournment of the Senate from August 19 or 20 or 21 to September 8, 1982. Congress 1982-08-19 1982-08-20 House Agreed to Senate Amendments by Unanimous Consent. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from August 20, until September 8, 1982, and of the Senate from August 19, or 20, or 21 until September 8, 1982. 2023-05-11T12:59:53Z  
97-hconres-400 97 hconres 400 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should fill the next vacancy on the Federal Reserve Board with a person of substantial small business or agricultural experience. Finance and Financial Sector 1982-08-19 1982-08-19 Referred to Subcommittee on Domestic Monetary Policy. House Rep. Swift, Al [D-WA-2] WA D S001115 1 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that the President should fill the next vacancy on the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System with a person of substantial small business or farming experience who can genuinely represent the interests and needs of independent businesses and producers in the formation of our Nation's monetary policy. 2024-02-06T19:38:08Z  
97-hconres-401 97 hconres 401 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw a proposed reduction in public notice and comment opportunities. Government Operations and Politics 1982-08-19 1982-08-30 Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations. House Rep. Weiss, Ted [D-NY-20] NY D W000258 85 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Health and Human Services should withdraw certain proposed rules that would reduce public notice and comment opportunities in rulemaking procedures. 2023-05-11T12:59:53Z  
97-hconres-396 97 hconres 396 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 6955. Congress 1982-08-18 1982-08-18 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Jones, James R. [D-OK-1] OK D J000232 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 6955 (Budget reconciliation). 2023-05-11T12:59:52Z  
97-hconres-395 97 hconres 395 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the States should enact statutes encouraging the courts to consider joint custody of minor children in marital divorce settlements before all other possible alternatives. Families 1982-08-17 1982-08-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations. House Rep. Long, Clarence D. [D-MD-2] MD D L000413 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that the States should enact statutes encouraging the courts to consider joint custody of minor children in marital divorce settlements before all other possible alternatives. 2023-05-11T12:59:52Z  
97-hconres-394 97 hconres 394 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning continuing United States participation with respect to a comprehensive law of the sea treaty. Transportation and Public Works 1982-08-12 1982-08-26 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-26] NY R G000212 23 Urges the President to: (1) avoid taking any actions which could foreclose eventual U.S. participation in the Convention on the Law of the Sea; (2) evaluate U.S. objectives for ocean use and relevant foreign policy interests with respect to the Convention; and (3) designate a U.S. representative for the meetings of the Preparatory Commission of the Conference on the Law of the Sea that will formulate the rules and regulations for seabed mining. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-393 97 hconres 393 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Attorney General should prosecute violations of the civil rights laws and Federal criminal laws by the Ku Klux Klan to the greatest extent possible, and that civic and religious groups should help to teach the young people of our Nation about the benefits of tolerance and the contribution that each of the ethnic, racial, and religious groups in this country makes to our American way of life. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-08-11 1982-08-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Employment Opportunities. House Rep. Gray, William H., III [D-PA-2] PA D G000402 2 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Attorney General and each U.S. attorney should: (1) vigorously investigate all alleged acts of violence, harassment and coercion directed at a minority or ethnic group by a member of the Ku Klux Klan; (2) prosecute violations of civil rights and Federal criminal laws; and (3) seek injunctions against future acts of discrimination, harassment or coercion against any citizen because of such citizen's race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Urges civic and religious groups to educate young Americans to be tolerant of all ethnic, racial, and religious groups. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
97-hconres-391 97 hconres 391 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Hu Na should be granted asylum under the immigration laws of the United States. Immigration 1982-08-05 1982-08-05 Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary. House Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-11] CA D L000090 27 Expresses the sense of the Congress that Hu Na, a tennis player from the People's Republic of China, should be granted asylum in the United States. 2023-05-11T12:59:52Z  
97-hconres-392 97 hconres 392 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the common security of all nations is threatened by the escalating arms race and that the danger of nuclear war requires renewed and persistent efforts to negotiate a comprehensive treaty for a staged disarmament to be verified by an international security and disarmament authority and accompanied by strengthened international peacekeeping and dispute resolution institutions. International Affairs 1982-08-05 1982-08-17 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-36] CA D B000918 14 Encourages the President's efforts to achieve deep cuts in the amounts of nuclear weapons held by each nation and to establish an enduring peace. Endorses a complete halt to the nuclear arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union, including a mutual verifiable freeze on the testing, production, and deployment of nuclear weapons. Declares that Congress would welcome an international agreement based on specified principles providing for: (1) the staged disarmament of all nations until nonthreatening force levels are reached under effective international inspection and control; and (2) concurrent agreements providing methods for the peaceful settlement of international disputes and the creation of a United Nations police force. Requests the President to: (1) transmit copies of this resolution to the heads of government of all nations and to invite them to participate in negotiations on such an international agreement; and (2) report to Congress on the steps taken respecting this resolution and the responses received. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-390 97 hconres 390 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Agriculture and Institutions of the Farm Credit System should permit the deferral of the payment of principal and interest on, and forego the foreclosure of, certain loans made to farmers who are currently experiencing severe economic hardships. Agriculture and Food 1982-08-04 1982-08-04 Referred to House Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Simon, Paul [D-IL-24] IL D S000423 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Agriculture and institutions of the Farm Credit System should permit the deferral of the payment of principal and interest on, and forgo the foreclosure of, certain loans made to farmers who are currently experiencing severe economic hardships. 2024-02-05T11:45:06Z  
97-hconres-389 97 hconres 389 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal Trade Commission should prescribe a rule requiring used motor vehicle dealers to make certain written disclosures to consumers. Transportation and Public Works 1982-08-03 1982-08-06 Referred to Subcommittee on Commerce, Transportation and Tourism. House Rep. Hughes, William J. [D-NJ-2] NJ D H000930 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Federal Trade Commission should prescribe a rule governing the sale of used vehicles which would require dealers to: (1) provide consumers with a written statement regarding the availability of a warranty or service contract for each used motor vehicle offered for sale; (2) disclose the duration and other terms of any such warranty or service contract; and (3) list such information on a sticker placed prominently on each used motor vehicle. 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z  
97-hconres-386 97 hconres 386 A concurrent resolution making provisions for adjournment of both Houses of Congress. Congress 1982-07-29 1982-07-29 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Prohibits either House of Congress from adjourning for a period in excess of three days, or adjourning sine die, until both Houses have adopted a concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment to a date certain. 2023-05-11T12:59:52Z  
97-hconres-387 97 hconres 387 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that no new withholding tax should be imposed on interest and dividends. Taxation 1982-07-29 1982-07-29 Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means. House Rep. Minish, Joseph G. [D-NJ-11] NJ D M000796 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that no new withholding tax should be imposed on interest and dividends. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-388 97 hconres 388 A concurrent resolution disapproving certain regulations submitted to the Congress on July 29, 1982, with respect to the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act of 1981. Education 1982-07-29 1982-08-10 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Perkins, Carl Dewey [D-KY-7] KY D P000230 2 Disapproves regulations submitted to the Congress on July 29, 1982, by the Secretary of Education which revised certain parts of the Code of Federal Regulations with respect to the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act of 1981. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
97-hconres-385 97 hconres 385 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Government of the Soviet Union should allow Yuri Balovlenkov to emigrate. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-07-28 1982-08-18 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD-3] MD D M000702 33 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Soviet Union should allow Yuri Balovlenkov to emigrate. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-384 97 hconres 384 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should maintain Federal involvement in, and support for, the child nutrition programs, and for other purposes. Agriculture and Food 1982-07-23 1982-09-29 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Perkins, Carl Dewey [D-KY-7] KY D P000230 128 (Measure passed House, amended) Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) national efforts to reduce hunger and malnutrition should continue; (2) a national commitment to vital child nutrition programs should continue; and (3) the Federal Government should retain primary responsibility for child nutrition programs and such programs should not be included in block grants. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
97-hconres-382 97 hconres 382 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Tennessee Valley Authority should not divert water from the Ocoee River, Tennessee, for a minimum of one hundred days per calendar year. Water Resources Development 1982-07-22 1982-08-12 Executive Comment Requested from TVA, OMB. House Rep. Beard, Robin [R-TN-6] TN R B000280 1 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that the Tennessee Valley Authority should not divert water from the Ocoee River, Tennessee, for a minimum of 100 days per calendar year and should not charge user fees for white water rafting on such river. 2024-02-07T16:02:17Z  
97-hconres-383 97 hconres 383 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that no new withholding tax should be imposed on interest and dividends. Taxation 1982-07-22 1982-07-22 Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means. House Rep. St Germain, Fernand J. [D-RI-1] RI D S000762 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that no new withholding of tax requirement should be imposed on interest and dividends. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-378 97 hconres 378 A concurrent resolution to condemn the Iranian persecution of the Baha'i community. International Affairs 1982-07-21 1982-09-30 Other Measure S.Con.Res.73 Passed House in Lieu. House Rep. Bonker, Don [D-WA-3] WA D B000620 12 Condemns the religious persecution by Iran of persons of the Baha'i faith. Holds Iran responsible for upholding the rights of all its citizens. Expresses the hope that the discrimination against and executions of the Baha'is will cease. Urges Iran to end the executions. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-379 97 hconres 379 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Soviet Union should permit Sergei Petrov to emigrate to the United States to be reunited with his wife, Virginia Hurt Johnson. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-07-21 1982-07-28 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Butler, M. Caldwell [R-VA-6] VA R B001182 55 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Soviet Union should permit Sergei Petrov to emigrate to the United States to be reunited with his wife. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-380 97 hconres 380 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Department of Energy should withdraw its authorization of the proposed sale of a process control system for end-use in a heavy water production facility in Argentina. International Affairs 1982-07-21 1982-07-28 Referred to Subcommittee on Inter-American Affairs. House Rep. Foglietta, Thomas M. [D-PA-1] PA D F000235 19 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Department of Energy should withdraw the authorization for the proposed sale of a process control system for end-use in a heavy water production facility in Argentina. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
97-hconres-381 97 hconres 381 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that certain steps should be taken to make wholesome food which is currently being wasted or discarded available for distribution to hungry people. Agriculture and Food 1982-07-21 1982-07-21 Referred to House Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Oakar, Mary Rose [D-OH-20] OH D O000001 36 Expresses the sense of Congress that surplus food or food which would otherwise be discarded should be distributed to hungry citizens. 2024-02-05T11:45:06Z  
97-hconres-376 97 hconres 376 A concurrent resolution recognizing the outstanding service and patriotism exhibited by the volunteers of the American National Red Cross during times of war and expressing the gratitude of the Congress for the service of such volunteers. Social Welfare 1982-07-20 1982-12-02 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Benedict, Cleve [R-WV-2] WV R B000358 0 Recognizes the service and patriotism exhibited by volunteers of the American National Red Cross during wartime. Expresses the gratitude of the Congress to volunteers who served overseas. Expresses the sense of the Congress that State and local governments should issue proclamations calling upon the people in their respective jurisdictions to honor Red Cross volunteers. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
97-hconres-377 97 hconres 377 A concurrent resolution condemning the persecution of the Baha'is by the Government of Iran and calling upon the President to take steps to bring an end to their persecution. International Affairs 1982-07-20 1982-07-28 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Leach, James A. [R-IA-1] IA R L000169 7 Condemns the persecution of the Baha'is in Iran by the Iranian government. Urges the Iranian government to comply with its obligations to respect the human rights of the Baha'is. Calls upon the President to: (1) use every opportunity to emphasize the extent to which the United States condemns the religious persecution of the Baha'is; (2) urge foreign governments to appeal to the Iranian authorities to stop the execution and persecution of the Baha'is and to respect their right to religious freedom; (3) cooperate with the United Nations in its efforts on behalf of the Baha'is; and (4) take all necessary steps to assure that appropriate humanitarian aid is provided to Baha'is fleeing Iran. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-371 97 hconres 371 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a Government contractor that has been convicted of illegally failing to disclose payments of commissions to overseas agents should not be awarded any Department of Defense contracts for a period of one year. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-07-13 1982-07-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Investigations. House Rep. Badham, Robert E. [R-CA-40] CA R B000024 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that corporations convicted during calendar year 1982 of failing to disclose payments of commissions to overseas agents should be debarred from any defense contracts for one year. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-372 97 hconres 372 A concurrent resolution urging the President, in negotiating bilateral textile and apparel agreements, to utilize fully existing authority to limit the growth of foreign shares in the United States market. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1982-07-13 1982-07-13 Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means. House Rep. Derrick, Butler C. [D-SC-3] SC D D000267 0 Urges the President to use existing authority under the Arrangement regarding Trade in Textiles to negotiate bilateral agreements to lower the rate at which the foreign share of the U.S. textile and apparel market is growing. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-373 97 hconres 373 A concurrent resolution calling for Arms Control and World Order. International Affairs 1982-07-13 1982-07-23 Referred to Subcommittee on Procurement and Military Nuclear Systems. House Rep. Downey, Thomas J. [D-NY-2] NY D D000471 0 Declares that all nations should seek a nuclear arms freeze pending a genuine reduction in nuclear arsenals. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-374 97 hconres 374 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Department of Defense should make no further awards of implementation of contracts pursuant to Office of Management and Budget Circular A-76 until October 1, 1983. Armed Forces and National Security 1982-07-13 1982-07-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Readiness. House Rep. Howard, James J. [D-NJ-3] NJ D H000840 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that the Department of Defense, for the remainder of FY 1983, should not award contracts or conduct cost studies pursuant to Office of Management and Budget Circular A-76 for the performance by contractors of commercial and industrial-type functions of the Department. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-375 97 hconres 375 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the imprisonment and treatment of Alfreds Zarins by the Government of the Soviet Union. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-07-13 1982-07-21 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Eckart, Dennis E. [D-OH-22] OH D E000031 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) express at every suitable opportunity U.S. opposition to the imprisonment of Alfreds Zarins; (2) urge the Soviet Union to release Zarins from prison, provide him with medical care, and permit him to express his belief in Latvian culture; and (3) inform the Soviet Union that the United States will consider the extent to which countries honor their commitments under international law when evaluating U.S. relations with such countries. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-367 97 hconres 367 A concurrent resolution providing for adjournment of the House of Representatives beginning any day between Monday, June 28, 1982, to and including Friday July 2, 1982. Congress 1982-06-24 1982-06-30 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from any day between June 28 and July 2, 1982, until July 12, 1982, and of the Senate on July 1 or July 2, 1982, until July 12, 1982. 2023-05-11T12:59:50Z  
97-hconres-368 97 hconres 368 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress respecting the Secretary of State's recommending continuing extended voluntary departure status for Ethiopian nationals in the United States. Immigration 1982-06-24 1982-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees, and International Law. House Rep. Dixon, Julian C. [D-CA-28] CA D D000373 59 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Ethiopians who have lived in the United States for a substantial period of time should not be forced to return to Ethiopia; and (2) the Secretary of State should recommend to the Attorney General that extended voluntary departure status be continued for Ethiopians who have continuously resided in the United States since before January 1, 1980. 2023-05-11T12:59:50Z  
97-hconres-369 97 hconres 369 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress endorsing the National Endowment for soil and water conservation. Agriculture and Food 1982-06-24 1982-06-24 Referred to House Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Jones, Ed [D-TN-7] TN D J000216 2 Expresses the sense of the Congress in support of the National Endowment for Soil and Water Conservation. 2024-02-05T11:45:06Z  
97-hconres-370 97 hconres 370 A concurrent resolution to commend the State of Israel's compliance with the Camp David Accords. International Affairs 1982-06-24 1982-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Santini, James D. [D-NV-98] NV D S000058 20 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Israel should be commended for complying with the Camp David accords by returning the Sinai to Egypt; and (2) the United States should assure that Israel maintains a qualitative military edge in the Middle East. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-366 97 hconres 366 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that legislation should be passed in order to make the Government Printing Office more cost-effective and efficient. Congress 1982-06-22 1982-06-22 Referred to House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Johnston, Eugene (Gene) [R-NC-6] NC R J000200 88 Expresses the sense of Congress that legislation should be proposed and enacted to: (1) establish parity between the compensation of Government Printing Office (GPO) employees and the compensation of other Federal employees performing similar work; (2) fix the wages of GPO employees in accordance with the prevailing wage rate system applicable to executive branch employees; and (3) strengthen the Public Printer's ability to manage without infringing on the oversight responsibilities of the Joint Committee on Printing. 2024-02-07T11:39:48Z  
97-hconres-364 97 hconres 364 A concurrent resolution regarding the restoration of Olympic records of the late James (Jim) Thorpe. Sports and Recreation 1982-06-17 1982-10-01 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Howard, James J. [D-NJ-3] NJ D H000840 68 (Measure passed House, amended) Expresses the sense of the Congress that the International Olympic Committee should officially recognize Jim Thorpe's achievements in the 1912 Olympics and restore these records to the official Olympic books. Declares that the Committee should be asked to present duplicates of Thorpe's medals during the 1984 Olympics. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
97-hconres-365 97 hconres 365 A concurrent resolution directing the Commissioner of Social Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to immediately conduct a study and report to Congress on steps which can be taken to correct the benefit disparity known as the notch problem, in order to insure equitable and fair treatment for those who have based their retirement plans on benefit levels which have existed for the past decade. Social Welfare 1982-06-17 1982-06-22 Referred to Subcommittee on Social Security. House Rep. Mica, Daniel Andrew [D-FL-11] FL D M000688 0 Declares that the Commissioner of Social Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services should immediately study and report to Congress on ways to correct the benefit disparity caused by the 1977 changes in the social security retirement benefit formula. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-363 97 hconres 363 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that September 4, 1982, the one hundredth anniversary of Thomas Edison's Pearl Street control power station, should be commemorated as "Pearl Street Centennial Day". Transportation and Public Works 1982-06-16 1982-06-16 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-NY-21] NY D G000047 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that September 4, 1982, the 100th anniversary of Thomas Edison's Pearl Street central power station, should be commemorated as Pearl Street Centennial Day. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
97-hconres-360 97 hconres 360 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning continuing United States participation with respect to a comprehensive law of the sea treaty. Transportation and Public Works 1982-06-15 1982-06-28 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Schneider, Claudine [R-RI-2] RI R S000136 26 Urges the executive branch to: (1) avoid taking any actions which could foreclose eventual U.S. participation in the Convention on the Law of the Sea; (2) evaluate U.S. objectives for ocean use and relevant foreign policy interests with respect to the Convention; and (3) designate a U.S. representative to the meetings of the Drafting Committee of the Law of the Sea Conference and to the 1982 sessions of the Conference. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-361 97 hconres 361 A concurrent resolution calling upon the Government of the United Kingdom to ban the use of plastic and rubber bullets against civilians. International Affairs 1982-06-15 1982-10-19 Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Shannon, James M. [D-MA-5] MA D S000286 16 Condemns the use of plastic or rubber bullets in Northern Ireland. Calls upon the Government of the United Kingdom to ban the use of plastic or rubber bullets against civilians. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-362 97 hconres 362 A concurrent resolution calling upon the Government of the United Kingdom to outlaw the Ulster Defense Association, its membership, activities, and any like terrorist organization. International Affairs 1982-06-15 1982-10-19 Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Shannon, James M. [D-MA-5] MA D S000286 32 Condemns all acts of violence in Northern Ireland. Calls upon the United Kingdom to outlaw the Ulster Defense Association and any like terrorist organization. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-356 97 hconres 356 A concurrent resolution to call for an end to the use of plastic bullets by British security forces in Northern Ireland. International Affairs 1982-06-10 1982-06-16 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Biaggi, Mario [D-NY-10] NY D B000432 23 Expresses the opposition of Congress to the use of plastic bullets by British security forces in Northern Ireland. Urges the President to call on the British Government to end the use of plastic bullets in Northern Ireland. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-357 97 hconres 357 A concurrent resolution to commemorate September 4, 1982, the 100th anniversary of Thomas Edison's Pearl Street central power station, as "Pearl Street Centennial Day". Transportation and Public Works 1982-06-10 1982-06-10 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-NY-21] NY D G000047 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that September 4, 1982, the 100th anniversary of Thomas Edison's Pearl Street central power station, should be commemorated as Pearl Street Centennial Day. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
97-hconres-358 97 hconres 358 A concurrent resolution regarding the negotiation of nuclear arms reductions. International Affairs 1982-06-10 1982-06-16 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Porter, John Edward [R-IL-10] IL R P000444 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President is to be commended for moving forward with the Strategic Arms Reduction Talks. Urges the United States and the Soviet Union to agree to deep cuts in the nuclear arsenals of each side and to a mutual and verifiable freeze on the testing, production, and further deployment of nuclear warheads, missiles, and other delivery systems. Declares that the United States should continue the further production and deployment of such nuclear weapons as are necessary for national security. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-359 97 hconres 359 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that United Nations Security Council Resolution 509 should be implemented immediately and unconditionally, and reaffirming that the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and political independence of Lebanon must be maintained. International Affairs 1982-06-10 1982-06-22 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-4] WV D R000011 9 Expresses the sense of the Congress that United Nations Security Council Resolution 509 should be implemented immediately and unconditionally. Reaffirms that the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and political independence of Lebanon within recognized borders must be maintained. Condemns the violence in Lebanon. Urges that all foreign combat forces be withdrawn from Lebanon. Urges that all parties cease military activities and begin to seek peace through negotiations. Calls upon the President to suspend all deliveries of military equipment and all military sales financing to all combatants in the region until the United States has determined that military equipment from the United States will not be used for aggressive purposes. Calls upon the President to determine whether U.S. law governing the use of military equipment furnished to foreign governments has been violated. Asks the President to take immediate action to reaffirm the territorial integrity of Lebanon and its political independence and to call upon all parties to reach a negotiated settlement. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-355 97 hconres 355 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that certain proposed rules concerning survey and certification of health care facilities participating in Federal Medicare and Medicaid programs should be withdrawn. Health 1982-06-09 1982-06-16 Referred to Subcommittee on Health. House Rep. Ratchford, William R. [D-CT-5] CT D R000067 90 Expresses the sense of the Congress that certain proposed health care facility certification regulations should be withdrawn. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-354 97 hconres 354 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress respecting maintaining existing regulations assuring nursing home compliance with medicare health and safety requirements. Health 1982-06-08 1982-06-15 Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment. House Rep. Moffett, Toby [D-CT-6] CT D M000839 50 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) nursing facility Medicare compliance surveys should be conducted at least annually; (2) Federal funds for such surveys should continue; (3) the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals should not have the authority to certify Medicare compliance; and (4) the proposed Department of Health and Human Services health care facilities certification regulations should not be adopted. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-352 97 hconres 352 A concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1982 and setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1983, 1984, and 1985. Economics and Public Finance 1982-06-07 1982-06-10 Other Measure S.Con.Res.92 (Amended) Passed House in Lieu. House Rep. Jones, James R. [D-OK-1] OK D J000232 0 (Measure passed House, amended, roll #142 (219-206)) Title I: Revision of the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for the Fiscal Year 1982 - Sets the level of Federal revenues in FY 1982 at $628,400,000,000 and the net amount by which the aggregate level of Federal revenues should be decreased at $200,000,000. States that the level of total budget authority for FY 1982 is $779,300,000,000 and that the level of total budget outlays is $729,200,000,000. Sets forth a budget deficit of $100,800,000,000. States that the level of public debt is $1,143,100,000,000 with an increase of $63,300,000,000 in the statutory limit on such debt. States that the level of total obligations for the principal amount of new direct loans is $63,400,000,000. Sets the level of total new primary commitments to guarantee loan principal at $74,850,000,000 and the level of total new secondary commitments to guarantee loan principal at $68,950,000,000. Sets forth the levels of new budget authority and outlays under each major functional category of the budget for FY 1982. Establishes a Congressional Federal credit budget for fiscal year 1982 with appropriate levels of: (1) new direct loan obligations at $63,400,000,000; (2) new primary loan guarantee commitments at $74,850,000,000; and (3) new secondary loan guarantee commitments at $68,950,000,000. Sets forth the appropriate levels of total Federal credit activity, new direct loan obligations, new primary loan guarantee commitments, and new secondary loan guarantee commitments for each functional category for FY 1982. Title II: Setting Forth the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for the Fiscal Years 1983, 1984, and 1985 - Sets a level of Federal revenues in FY 1983 of $665,900,000,000 and the aggregate level of Federal revenues increased by $20,900,000,000. States that the level of total new budget authority is $800,475,000,000. Sets the level of total budget outlays at $765,263,000,000. Expresses the sense of Congress that the following ceilings sh… 2024-02-06T18:41:21Z  
97-hconres-353 97 hconres 353 A concurrent resolution to request that the President issue a proclamation designating July 4 of each year as the principal national permanent legal holiday. Government Operations and Politics 1982-06-07 1982-06-07 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Frank, Barney [D-MA-4] MA D F000339 0 Requests the President to designate July 4 of each year as the principal national permanent legal holiday. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
97-hconres-350 97 hconres 350 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the member countries of the North Atlantic Alliance must pool their resources for their common defense. International Affairs 1982-05-27 1982-06-03 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Broomfield, William S. [R-MI-19] MI R B000890 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should: (1) propose at the June 1982 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit meeting that the NATO allies should pool their resources for their common defense; and (2) work with Congress in the development of implementing policies. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-351 97 hconres 351 A concurrent resolution urging that negotiations be initiated between the United States and the Soviet Union with the purpose of freezing and then reducing nuclear weapons arsenals to an equal and verifiable level. International Affairs 1982-05-27 1982-06-04 Referred to Subcommittee on Procurement and Military Nuclear Systems. House Rep. Horton, Frank J. [R-NY-34] NY R H000797 0 Requests the President to begin comprehensive negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union (and ultimately Western European countries that possess independent nuclear forces) to achieve multilateral reductions in nuclear warheads. Urges that such negotiations be focused on the number of warheads and not their deployment or delivery systems. Calls for a moratorium on the testing, production, and deployment of nuclear warheads until such negotiations are completed. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
97-hconres-349 97 hconres 349 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to honorary South African consulates in the United States. International Affairs 1982-05-24 1982-06-03 Referred to Subcommittee on Africa. House Rep. Coyne, William J. [D-PA-14] PA D C000846 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the Department of State should refuse to approve the opening of honorary South African consulates within the United States; (2) the Secretary of State should reassess the purpose and need for existing honorary consulates; and (3) the Secretary should rescind the approval granted for the establishment of the honorary South African consulate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-348 97 hconres 348 A concurrent resolution to urge the Government of the Soviet Union to facilitate the emigration of a Soviet citizen, and for other purposes. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-05-21 1982-05-26 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Yates, Sidney R. [D-IL-9] IL D Y000013 0 Urges the Soviet Union to facilitate the emigration of Andrei Frolov. Expresses the sympathy of the Congress to the families of others who have attempted to obtain and been denied exit visas. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-347 97 hconres 347 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that the member countries of NATO must more effectively pool their resources for their common defense. International Affairs 1982-05-20 1982-09-21 Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Zablocki, Clement J. [D-WI-4] WI D Z000001 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should: (1) propose at the June 1982 North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit meeting that the NATO allies should pool their resources for their common defense; and (2) present such agreements to Congress for approval. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
97-hconres-346 97 hconres 346 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that funds should be appropriated during fiscal year 1983, and in subsequent fiscal years, for programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 in such amounts as may be necessary to maintain or expand such programs as reauthorized under the Older Americans Act Amendments of 1981. Social Welfare 1982-05-19 1982-05-28 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Resources. House Rep. Dyson, Roy [D-MD-1] MD D D000593 59 Expresses the sense of the Congress that funds should be appropriated during FY 1983 and subsequent fiscal years for programs under the Older Americans Act of 1965 in such amounts as may be necessary to maintain or expand such programs as reauthorized under the Older Americans Act Amendments of 1981. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
97-hconres-345 97 hconres 345 A concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1982 and setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1983, 1984, and 1985. Economics and Public Finance 1982-05-17 1982-05-27 Failed of Passage in House by Yea-Nay Vote: 159 - 265 (Record Vote No: 130). House Rep. Jones, James R. [D-OK-1] OK D J000232 0 Title I: Revision of the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for the Fiscal Year 1982 - Sets the level of Federal revenues in FY 1982 at $622,800,000,000 and the net amount by which the aggregate level of Federal revenues should be decreased at $200,000,000. States that the level of total budget authority for FY 1982 is $784,500,000,000 and that the level of total budget outlays is $743,900,000,000. Sets forth a budget deficit of $121,100,000,000. States that the level of public debt is $1,147,700,000,000 with an increase of $747,700,000,000 in the statutory limit on such debt. States that the level of total obligations for the principal amount of new direct loans is $63,400,000,000. Sets the level of total new primary commitments to guarantee loan principal at $74,850,000,000 and the level of total new secondary commitments to guarantee loan principal at $68,950,000,000. Sets forth the levels of new budget authority and outlays under each major functional category of the budget for FY 1982. Establishes a Congressional Federal credit budget for fiscal year 1982 with appropriate levels of: (1) new direct loan obligations at $63,400,000,000; (2) new primary loan guarantee commitments at $74,850,000,000; and (3) new secondary loan guarantee commitments at $68,950,000,000. Sets forth the appropriate levels of total Federal credit activity, new direct loan obligations, new primary loan guarantee commitments, and new secondary loan guarantee commitments for each functional category for FY 1982. Expresses the sense of Congress that the following ceilings should be applied in FY 1982: (1) $30,200,000,000 for off-budget lending activities; (2) $33,200,000,000 for on-budget lending activities; (3) $74,850,000,000 for new primary loan guarantee commitments; and (4) $68,950,000,000 for new secondary loan guarantee commitments. Title II: Setting Forth the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for the Fiscal Years 1983, 1984, and 1985 - Sets a level of Federal revenues in FY 1983 of $676… 2024-02-06T18:41:21Z  
97-hconres-344 97 hconres 344 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Agriculture should provide additional opportunities for public, scientific and professional comment and prepare a supplementary environmental impact statement with respect to proposed regulations revising the National Forest System resource management planning process. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1982-05-13 1982-05-13 Referred to House Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Weaver, James H. [D-OR-4] OR D W000227 12 Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Agriculture should provide additional opportunities for public, scientific, and professional comment and prepare a supplementary environmental impact statement regarding proposed National Forest System resource planning regulations. 2024-02-05T11:45:06Z  
97-hconres-340 97 hconres 340 A concurrent resolution reaffirming Senate Resolution S. 179 and House Resolution H. Res. 177 and urging the President to seek agreement at the Versailles economic summit conference that nuclear supplier nations should export nuclear fuel and equipment only to nations that permit full-scope safeguards. International Affairs 1982-05-12 1982-05-24 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Bingham, Jonathan B. [D-NY-22] NY D B000472 0 Reaffirms Senate Resolution 179 and House Resolution 177 which called upon the President to take steps to strengthen the international barriers to proliferation of nuclear weapons. Urges the President to seek agreement at the Versailles economic summit conference, and through other appropriate channels, that all nuclear supplier nations will export nuclear fuel, equipment, and technology only to those non-nuclear-weapon states that have accepted full-scope safeguards of the International Atomic Energy Agency. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
97-hconres-341 97 hconres 341 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that housing and home ownership are matters of the highest national priority. Housing and Community Development 1982-05-12 1982-06-15 Referred to Subcommittee on Housing and Community Development. House Rep. Fountain, L. H. [D-NC-2] NC D F000319 55 Expresses the sense of the Congress that housing and homeownership are matters of the highest national priority. 2024-02-06T19:38:08Z  
97-hconres-342 97 hconres 342 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to ongoing investigations of foreign trade practices involving steel mill products. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1982-05-12 1982-05-18 Referred to Subcommittee on Trade. House Rep. Gaydos, Joseph M. [D-PA-20] PA D G000105 108 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the President should direct the appropriate agencies to pursue vigorously and conclude promptly the countervailing duty and antidumping investigations being conducted under the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Trade Act of 1974 concerning foreign trade practices involving carbon steel mill products and specialty steel mill products; and (2) the Congress should consider legislation to strengthen U.S. trade laws if necessary. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
97-hconres-343 97 hconres 343 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning the right of children born with birth defects to life sustaining medical treatment. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1982-05-12 1982-05-18 Referred to Subcommittee on Health and the Environment. House Rep. Staton, David Michael [R-WV-3] WV R S000818 19 Expresses the sense of Congress that an infant has the inalienable right to full medical treatment and food and nutrients necessary to sustain its life regardless of handicapping condition. 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z  

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