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110-hjres-101 110 hjres 101 Relating to the disapproval of obligations under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008. Finance and Financial Sector 2008-11-19 2008-11-19 Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. House Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5] NC R F000450 18 Disapproves the obligation of any amount to purchase troubled assets under the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 exceeding those already obligated (namely, $250 billion, or upon presidential certification, $350 billion outstanding at any one time). 2019-11-15T20:56:29Z  
110-hjres-100 110 hjres 100 Appointing the day for the convening of the first session of the One Hundred Eleventh Congress and establishing the date for the counting of the electoral votes for President and Vice President cast by the electors in December 2008. Congress 2008-09-28 2008-10-15 Became Public Law No: 110-430. House Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] NY D A000363 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Requires the first regular session of the 111th Congress to begin at noon on Tuesday, January 6, 2009.Requires the meeting of the Senate and House of Representatives to count the electoral votes for the President and Vice President to be held on January 8, 2009. 2023-11-13T20:13:39Z  
110-hjres-99 110 hjres 99 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States concerning the election of the Members of the House of Representatives. Congress 2008-09-24 2008-09-24 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1] CT D L000557 0 Constitutional Amendment - Requires the House of Representatives to be composed of Members chosen every fourth year. Requires that Members be assembled immediately after the first election and divided as equally as may be into two classes. States that, so one-half may be chosen every second year, the seats of the House of: (1) the first class shall be vacated at the expiration of the second year; and (2) the second class at the expiration of the fourth year. Applies this article to the first election of the House occurring after ratification, but no earlier than 2012. 2018-11-21T20:29:18Z  
110-hjres-98 110 hjres 98 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of times Senators and Representatives may be elected. Congress 2008-09-18 2008-09-18 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Kuhl, John R. "Randy", Jr. [R-NY-29] NY R K000364 0 Constitutional Amendment - Limits Members of the House of Representatives to six terms and Members of the Senate to two terms. 2018-11-21T20:29:36Z  
110-hjres-96 110 hjres 96 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to permit the penalty of death for the rape of a child. Crime and Law Enforcement 2008-06-26 2008-06-26 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1] OH R C000266 15 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the death penalty for the forcible rape of a child under age 12 does not constitute cruel and unusual punishment. 2019-11-15T21:37:54Z  
110-hjres-97 110 hjres 97 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to parental rights. Families 2008-06-26 2008-07-28 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Hoekstra, Peter [R-MI-2] MI R H000676 0 Constitutional Amendment - States that the liberty of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their children is a fundamental right.States that neither the United States nor any state shall infringe upon this right without demonstrating that its governmental interest as applied to the person is of the highest order and not otherwise served.Provides that no treaty may be adopted nor shall any source of international law be employed to supersede, modify, interpret, or apply to the rights guaranteed by this amendment. 2019-11-15T21:37:55Z  
110-hjres-95 110 hjres 95 Providing for the disapproval of the Congress of the proposed agreement for cooperation between the United States and the Russian Federation pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954. International Affairs 2008-06-24 2008-06-24 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] CA D B000410 1 Expresses congressional disfavor of the proposed agreement for cooperation (concerning civilian nuclear cooperation with the Russian Federation) transmitted to the Congress by the President on May 13, 2008. 2019-11-15T21:10:13Z  
110-hjres-94 110 hjres 94 Whereas there is no greater expression of freedom and liberty than the defense of the God-given right of an individual to hold, possess, and use private property. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2008-06-23 2008-06-23 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Broun, Paul C. [R-GA-10] GA R B001262 1 Declares that all U.S. citizens should remain secure in the possession of private property and no court, legislature, or executive shall, by predatory law or tyrannical force, obtain the property of any U.S. citizen for the benefit of another private citizen or corporation. 2019-11-15T21:37:52Z  
110-hjres-91 110 hjres 91 Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should sign the Declaration of the Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions and future instruments banning cluster munitions that cause unacceptable harm to civilians. International Affairs 2008-06-05 2008-06-05 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] MA D M000312 7 Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should: (1) embrace efforts to protect innocent citizens [sic] from cluster munitions; and (2) sign the Convention on Cluster Munitions when it opens for signature in December 2008. 2019-11-15T21:10:17Z  
110-hjres-92 110 hjres 92 Increasing the statutory limit on the public debt. Economics and Public Finance 2008-06-05 2008-06-06 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 770. House         0 Increases the statutory limit on the public debt from $9.815 trillion to $10.615 trillion. 2022-02-03T05:14:22Z  
110-hjres-93 110 hjres 93 Approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. International Affairs 2008-06-05 2008-07-29 Became Public Law No: 110-287. House Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-7] NY D C001038 32 (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on July 23, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Approves the renewal of certain import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Amends the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 to extend certain customs fees for the processing of merchandise entered into the United States through October 7, 2017. Amends the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005 to increase the amount of any corporate estimated tax installment otherwise due by a corporation with assets of not less than $1 billion for the third quarter of 2013 by 0.25% of such amount. Deems this resolution a renewal resolution which shall take effect upon its enactment or July 26, 2008, whichever occurs first. 2023-11-13T20:30:33Z  
110-hjres-90 110 hjres 90 Commending the Barter Theatre on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. Commemorations 2008-06-04 2008-06-09 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1170) House Rep. Boucher, Rick [D-VA-9] VA D B000657 0 Commends and congratulates Barter Theatre (Abingdon, Virginia) on the occasion of its 75th anniversary. 2019-11-15T21:12:27Z  
110-hjres-88 110 hjres 88 Amending the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to reinsert the trade title contained in the conference report to accompany H.R. 2419 of the 110th Congress (Report 110-627). International Affairs 2008-05-22 2008-05-22 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Peterson, Collin C. [D-MN-7] MN D P000258 0 Amends the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to reinsert the trade title contained in the conference report to accompany H.R. 2419 of the 110th Congress (Report 110-627). 2022-02-03T05:18:05Z  
110-hjres-89 110 hjres 89 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage. Families 2008-05-22 2008-07-28 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Broun, Paul C. [R-GA-10] GA R B001262 91 Constitutional Amendment - Marriage Protection Amendment - Defines marriage in the United States as consisting only of the union of a man and a woman. Prohibits either the U.S. Constitution or the constitution of any state from being construed to require that marriage or the legal incidents of marriage be conferred upon any other union. 2019-11-15T21:37:56Z  
110-hjres-86 110 hjres 86 Recognizing the efforts of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services to address the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. Health 2008-05-21 2008-05-23 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1055) House Rep. Space, Zachary T. [D-OH-18] OH D S001173 12 Recognizes the efforts of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services to decrease the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders through the "Think Outside the Stigma" campaign.Encourages every American to work toward overcoming the stigma associated with such disorders. 2022-02-03T05:11:22Z  
110-hjres-87 110 hjres 87 Limiting the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to a certain proposed sale of defense articles and defense services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. International Affairs 2008-05-21 2008-05-21 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Weiner, Anthony D. [D-NY-9] NY D W000792 0 Prohibits issuance of a letter of offer respecting specified proposed sales of defense articles and services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia unless such country: (1) increases its oil production, within 30 days of the enactment of this joint resolution, by one million barrels of oil per day in excess of its oil production as of January 1, 2008; and (2) maintains such increased oil production for at least 90 days after such increased oil production is reached. 2019-11-15T21:10:11Z  
110-hjres-84 110 hjres 84 Expressing the commitment of Congress to continue to make it a priority to fight anti-Semitism and to promote tolerance at home and abroad. International Affairs 2008-05-14 2008-05-14 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] FL R R000435 16 Expresses the commitment of Congress to make it a priority to fight anti-Semitism and to promote tolerance at home and abroad. States that it shall be U.S. policy to consider whether a foreign government actively or passively foments anti-Semitism when evaluating bilateral relationships. Condemns the continuing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic activities and rhetoric at the United Nations. Calls on: (1) the President to use U.S. influence to prevent the use of the United Nations regular budget to support the planned 2009 Durban Review Conference; and (2) the Secretary General of the United Nations to officially and publicly condemn any anti-Semitic statements made at U.N. meetings. 2019-11-15T21:10:09Z  
110-hjres-85 110 hjres 85 Expressing the disfavor of the Congress regarding the proposed agreement for cooperation. International Affairs 2008-05-14 2008-05-14 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA-7] MA D M000133 2 Expresses congressional disfavor of the proposed agreement for cooperation (concerning civilian nuclear cooperation with the Russian Federation) transmitted to the Congress by the President on May 13, 2008. 2019-11-15T21:10:09Z  
110-hjres-82 110 hjres 82 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States allowing castration after conviction for the rape of a child under 16 years of age. Crime and Law Enforcement 2008-05-08 2008-06-03 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Broun, Paul C. [R-GA-10] GA R B001262 0 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that surgical or chemical castration is permitted under the Constitution upon conviction of the rape of a child under 16 years old and does not constitute cruel and unusual punishment. 2019-11-15T21:37:52Z  
110-hjres-83 110 hjres 83 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing that the Constitution does not preclude a penalty of death, including when it is imposed for the rape of a child under 16 years of age. Crime and Law Enforcement 2008-05-08 2008-06-03 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Broun, Paul C. [R-GA-10] GA R B001262 0 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the death penalty is permitted under the Constitution and does not constitute cruel and unusual punishment, including when imposed for the rape of a child under 16 years old. 2019-11-15T21:37:52Z  
110-hjres-81 110 hjres 81 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to control spending. Economics and Public Finance 2008-04-30 2008-06-03 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Campbell, John [R-CA-48] CA R C001064 38 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for any fiscal year (except for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding an amount that would cause outlays to have increased by a rate that exceeds growth in the U.S. economy over the period since 2007, unless Congress, by a two-thirds roll call vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific increase of outlays above this amount. Directs the President, before each fiscal year, to transmit to Congress a proposed budget for such fiscal year and all ensuing fiscal years covered by it, in which total outlays do not exceed the outlays from the previous year after taking into account an increase to reflect such average growth. Authorizes a waiver of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect. 2019-11-15T21:37:49Z  
110-hjres-80 110 hjres 80 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States prohibiting the penalty of death. Crime and Law Enforcement 2008-04-16 2008-04-28 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4] MN D M001143 4 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits the United States or any state from imposing or carrying out the death penalty. 2021-09-29T15:02:17Z  
110-hjres-78 110 hjres 78 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to optional State plan case management services under the Medicaid Program. Health 2008-03-13 2008-03-13 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. House Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5] MN D E000288 6 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to optional state plan case management services under the Medicaid program. Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2019-11-15T21:21:53Z  
110-hjres-79 110 hjres 79 Disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadcast media ownership. Science, Technology, Communications 2008-03-13 2008-03-13 Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. House Rep. Inslee, Jay [D-WA-1] WA D I000026 55 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and received by Congress on February 22, 2008, relating to broadcast media ownership. 2021-09-29T15:02:14Z  
110-hjres-77 110 hjres 77 Expressing Congressional support for the goals and ideals of National Health Care Decisions Day. Health 2008-03-12 2008-03-12 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. House Rep. Gingrey, Phil [R-GA-11] GA R G000550 9 Expresses support for the goals and ideals of: (1) National Health Care Decisions Day; and (2) advance care planning for all adult Americans. Encourages each person over the age of 18 to prepare an advance directive to assist his or her loved ones, health care providers, and others as they honor his or her wishes. Urges members of Congress to execute such documents for themselves. 2019-11-15T21:21:52Z  
110-hjres-76 110 hjres 76 Disapproving the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to a certain proposed sale of defense articles and defense services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. International Affairs 2008-01-15 2008-01-15 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Weiner, Anthony D. [D-NY-9] NY D W000792 104 Prohibits issuance of a letter of offer respecting a specified proposed sale of defense articles and services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 2023-01-11T13:15:23Z  
110-hjres-74 110 hjres 74 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage. Families 2007-12-19 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1] TX R G000552 0 Constitutional Amendment - Defines marriage in the United States as consisting only of a legal union of one man and one woman. 2023-01-11T20:07:43Z  
110-hjres-75 110 hjres 75 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the process by which the House of Representatives selects the President in the event no candidate receives a majority of electoral votes. Government Operations and Politics 2007-12-19 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Goode, Virgil H., Jr. [R-VA-5] VA R G000280 0 Constitutional Amendment - States that whenever the right to choose the President devolves upon the House of Representatives, the Members of the House shall cast votes on an individual basis, and the candidate receiving votes cast by a majority of the Members of the House shall be the President. 2023-01-11T20:07:43Z  
110-hjres-71 110 hjres 71 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of years Representatives and Senators may serve. Congress 2007-12-18 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Price, Tom [R-GA-6] GA R P000591 0 Constitutional Amendment -- Amends the Constitution of the United States to limit to 18 the number of years U.S. Representatives and Senators may serve, excluding service to fill a vacancy. 2023-01-11T20:07:44Z  
110-hjres-72 110 hjres 72 Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2008, and for other purposes. Economics and Public Finance 2007-12-18 2007-12-21 Became Public Law No: 110-149. House Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7] WI D O000007 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends Public Law 110-92 to extend through December 31, 2007, specified continuing appropriations for FY2008. Makes specified appropriations for payment to the heirs at law of Julia Carson, a former Representative from Indiana. Continues in effect throughout FY2008 the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide hospital care, medical services, and nursing home care to any veteran who participated in a test conducted by the Department of Defense Deseret Test Center as part of a program for chemical and biological warfare testing from 1962 through 1973 (including the program designated as “Project Shipboard Hazard and Defense (SHAD)” and related land-based tests). Continues in effect throughout FY2008 the Secretary's authority to furnish, when requested, an appropriate government headstone or marker at U.S. expense for the grave of an individual eligible for burial in a national cemetery, or an individual who at the time of death was entitled to military retired pay, who is buried in a private cemetery. 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-73 110 hjres 73 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the process by which the House of Representatives chooses the President of the United States in the event no candidate receives a majority of the electoral votes. Government Operations and Politics 2007-12-18 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-27] CA D S000344 0 Constitutional Amendment - States that whenever the right to choose the President devolves upon the House of Representatives, the Members of the House shall cast votes on an individual basis, and the candidate receiving the greatest number of votes cast by the Members shall be the President so long as such number is a majority of the votes cast. 2023-01-11T20:07:43Z  
110-hjres-70 110 hjres 70 Congratulating the Army Reserve on its centennial, which will be formally celebrated on April 23, 2008, and commemorating the historic contributions of its veterans and continuing contributions of its soldiers to the vital national security interests and homeland defense missions of the United States. Commemorations 2007-12-13 2008-04-23 Became Public Law No: 110-203. House Rep. Bishop, Sanford D., Jr. [D-GA-2] GA D B000490 260 (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on April 8, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Congratulates the Army Reserve on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the enactment of its original authorizing law on April 23, 1908. Recognizes and commends the Army Reserve for the service of its past and present citizen-soldiers whose personal courage, contributions, and sacrifices have helped preserve the freedom and advance the national security and homeland defense of the United States. Extends gratitude to the veterans, soldiers, families, and employers who have supported the Army Reserve in accomplishing its vital missions. 2023-11-13T20:14:47Z  
110-hjres-69 110 hjres 69 Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2008, and for other purposes. Economics and Public Finance 2007-12-12 2007-12-14 Became Public Law No: 110-137. House Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7] WI D O000007 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends Public Law 110-92 to extend through December 21, 2007, specified continuing appropriations for FY2008. 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-68 110 hjres 68 To acknowledge a long history of official depredations and ill-conceived policies by the United States Government regarding Indian tribes and offer an apology to all Native Peoples on behalf of the United States. Native Americans 2007-12-11 2007-12-11 Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. House Rep. Boren, Dan [D-OK-2] OK D B001254 37 Recognizes the special legal and political relationship the Indian tribes have with the United States and the solemn covenant with the land we share. Commends and honors the Native Peoples for the thousands of years that they have stewarded and protected this land.Recognizes that there have been years of official depredations, ill-conceived policies, and the breaking of covenants by the U.S. government regarding Indian tribes.Apologizes on behalf of the people of the United States to all Native Peoples for the many instances of violence, maltreatment, and neglect inflicted on them by U.S. citizens. Expresses the regret of the United States for the ramifications of former wrongs and its commitment to build on the positive relationships of the past and present to move toward reconciliation. Urges the President to acknowledge the wrongs of the United States against Indian tribes in U.S. history.Commends the state governments that have begun reconciliation efforts with recognized Indian tribes located in their boundaries, and encourages all state governments to do the same.Declares that nothing in this Joint Resolution authorizes or supports any claim against the United States or serves as a settlement of any claim against the United States. 2023-01-11T20:07:45Z  
110-hjres-66 110 hjres 66 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to establish and protect the rights of victims of violent crimes. Crime and Law Enforcement 2007-12-06 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Chabot, Steve [R-OH-1] OH R C000266 0 Constitutional Amendment - Grants victims of violent crime the rights: (1) to reasonable and timely notice of any public proceeding involving the crime and of any release or escape of the accused; (2) to not be excluded from such public proceeding and reasonably to be heard at public release, plea, sentencing, reprieve, and pardon proceedings; and (3) to adjudicative decisions that consider the victim's safety, interest in avoiding unreasonable delay, and just and timely claims to restitution from the offender. Prohibits any restriction of such rights except as dictated by a substantial interest in public safety or the administration of criminal justice, or by other compelling necessity. 2023-01-11T20:07:46Z  
110-hjres-67 110 hjres 67 Supporting a base Defense Budget that at the very minimum matches 4 percent of gross domestic product. Armed Forces and National Security 2007-12-06 2008-01-23 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Franks, Trent [R-AZ-2] AZ R F000448 26 Declares that it is U.S. policy to commit a minimum of 4% of the nation's gross domestic product to the base defense budget in order to meet the fundamental national security requirements of the United States. 2023-01-11T20:07:46Z  
110-hjres-65 110 hjres 65 Providing for the appointment of John W. McCarter as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-12-04 2007-12-04 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-5] CA D M001163 2 Provides for the appointment of John W. McCarter as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-01-11T20:07:47Z  
110-hjres-64 110 hjres 64 Clarifying that the use of force against Iran is not authorized by the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law. International Affairs 2007-11-14 2007-11-14 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Abercrombie, Neil [D-HI-1] HI D A000014 22 States that nothing in the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq of 2002 (P.L. 107-243), any act that serves as the statutory authority for Executive Order 13382 or Executive Order 13224, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law including Executive Order 13382 or Executive Order 13224 shall be construed to authorize, encourage, or in any way address the use of the U.S. Armed Forces against Iran. 2023-01-11T20:18:55Z  
110-hjres-62 110 hjres 62 Native American Heritage Day Act of 2008 Commemorations 2007-11-13 2008-10-08 Became Public Law No: 110-370. House Rep. Baca, Joe [D-CA-43] CA D B001234 83 (This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on July 31, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Native American Heritage Day Act of 2008 - Designates Friday, November 28, 2008, as Native American Heritage Day.Encourages the people of the United States, as well as federal, state, and local governments and interested groups and organizations, to observe such Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities, including activities relating to: (1) the historical status of Native American tribal governments as well as the present day status of Native Americans; (2) Native American cultures, traditions, and languages; and (3) the rich Native American cultural legacy. 2023-11-13T20:12:22Z  
110-hjres-63 110 hjres 63 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the President to disapprove or reduce items of appropriation. Economics and Public Finance 2007-11-13 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. English, Phil [R-PA-3] PA R E000187 1 Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes the President to reduce or disapprove any item of appropriation in any Act or joint resolution, except any item of appropriation for the legislative branch. Declares that if legislation is approved by the President, any item of appropriation contained therein which is not reduced or disapproved shall become law. Requires the President to return with his or her objections any item of appropriation reduced or disapproved to the chamber in which the legislation containing such item originated. Allows Congress, in the manner prescribed under the U.S. Constitution, to reconsider such item. Provides that only a majority vote of each chamber shall be required to approve an item which has been disapproved or to restore an item which has been reduced by the President to the original amount contained in the legislation. 2023-01-11T20:18:55Z  
110-hjres-61 110 hjres 61 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. Government Operations and Politics 2007-10-31 2007-11-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Higgins, Brian [D-NY-27] NY D H001038 1 Constitutional Amendment - States that Congress shall have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money, including through setting limits, for campaigns for nomination for election to, or for election to, federal office.Gives a state the power to regulate the raising and spending of money for state or local ballot initiatives, referenda, plebiscites, or other similar ballot measures and campaigns for nomination for election to, or for election to, state or local office.Gives Congress the power to implement and enforce this article by appropriate legislation. 2023-01-11T20:26:49Z  
110-hjres-60 110 hjres 60 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States providing for Representatives to be chosen every four years, and to limit the number of times Senators and Representatives may be elected. Congress 2007-10-24 2007-11-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Goode, Virgil H., Jr. [R-VA-5] VA R G000280 0 Constitutional Amendment - Requires Members of the House of Representatives to be chosen every four years. Limits Members of the House to three terms and Members of the Senate to two terms. 2023-01-11T20:26:49Z  
110-hjres-59 110 hjres 59 Granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Emergency Management 2007-10-17 2007-10-17 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] VT D W000800 21 Consents to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding entered into between Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut and the Provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland. 2023-01-11T20:26:50Z  
110-hjres-58 110 hjres 58 Expressing support for designation of the month of October 2007 as "Country Music Month" and to honor country music for its long history of supporting America's armed forces and its tremendous impact on national patriotism. Commemorations 2007-10-16 2007-11-01 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Poe, Ted [R-TX-2] TX R P000592 33 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the designation of a Country Music Month (October). Honors country music for its long history of supporting America's armed forces and its tremendous impact on national patriotism. 2023-01-11T20:26:50Z  
110-hjres-56 110 hjres 56 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to temporarily fill mass vacancies in the House of Representatives and the Senate and to preserve the right of the people to elect their Representatives and Senators in Congress. Congress 2007-10-04 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Baird, Brian [D-WA-3] WA D B001229 1 Constitutional Amendment - Requires an individual elected to serve as a Senator or Representative in Congress, immediately after taking the oath of office, to provide the applicable chamber a list of at least three qualified designees (ranked in order of preference) to take the individual's place in the event the individual dies, becomes incapacitated, or disappears before the individual's term of office expires. Allows the individual to revise the list at any time during a Congress. Requires: (1) the Speaker of the House, in the event a catastrophe resulting in the death, incapacity, or disappearance of a significant number of Representatives, to fill the vacancies immediately with individuals from the most recent lists of designees presented by the Representatives whose seats are now vacant; and (2) the Vice President or President Pro Tempore of the Senate to fill such vacancies regarding Senators in the same manner. Declares that an individual designated to take the place of a Senator or Representative shall serve until the Senator or Representative regains capacity, is located, or until another Member is elected to fill the vacancy. Provides that, during the period of such individual's service, he or she shall be treated as a Senator or Representative in Congress for purposes of all laws, rules, and regulations, except for providing such list. Requires the Vice President or President Pro Tempore of the Senate or the Speaker of the House to designate another individual from the same list (in the order so provided on that list) if a designated individual is unwilling to carry out the duties of a Senator or Representative during such period, or is unable to do so because of death, incapacity, or disappearance. Prohibits any designated individual from providing such a list. Requires: (1) the executive authority of the state involved to issue a writ of election to elect another Member to such office; and (2) the special election to be held as soon as possible after an individual is designated to fill the vacancy. … 2023-01-11T20:26:51Z  
110-hjres-57 110 hjres 57 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to Congressional succession. Congress 2007-10-04 2008-01-14 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Rohrabacher, Dana [R-CA-46] CA R R000409 1 Constitutional Amendment - Requires the election of an Alternate Representative along with a Representative, selected by him or her, as well as an Alternate Senator along with a Senator, selected by the latter. Provides that upon the death, resignation, expulsion, failure to qualify, or inability to discharge the appropriate powers and duties of a person elected as Representative or Senator, such duties and powers shall be discharged by his or her designated successor as Acting Representative or Acting Senator until the Representative-elect or Senator-elect qualifies or a new Representative or Senator is elected. Authorizes each chamber, in the absence of a quorum for three days or more, to declare all of its members who have not recorded their presence during such period to be unable to discharge the powers and duties of their offices. Requires such powers and duties, in that circumstance, to be discharged by the member's Alternate until such member records his or her presence. 2023-01-11T20:26:51Z  
110-hjres-55 110 hjres 55 To disapprove a final rule of the Secretary of Agriculture relating to the importation of cattle and beef. Agriculture and Food 2007-10-03 2007-10-03 Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. House Rep. Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie [D-SD-At Large] SD D H001037 5 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to bovine spongiform encephalopathy, minimal-risk regions, and importation of live bovines and bovine products, and states that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:26:51Z  
110-hjres-54 110 hjres 54 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to Medicare coverage for the use of erythropoiesis stimulating agents in cancer and related neoplastic conditions. Health 2007-09-27 2007-11-08 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. House Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-14] CA D E000215 105 Disapproves a specified rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to Medicare coverage for the use of erythropoiesis stimulating agents in cancer and related neoplastic conditions. Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:35:16Z  
110-hjres-52 110 hjres 52 Making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2008, and for other purposes. Economics and Public Finance 2007-09-25 2007-09-29 Became Public Law No: 110-92. House Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7] WI D O000007 6 (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on September 26, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Makes continuing appropriations for FY2008. (Sec. 101) Appropriates amounts for continuing operations, projects, or activities which were conducted in FY2007 and for which appropriations, funds, or other authority were made available in: (1) the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2007 (division A of Public Law 109-289); (2) the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2007 (Public Law 109-295); and (3) the Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 (division B of Public Law 109-289, as amended by Public Law 110-5). (Sec. 102) Prohibits the use of appropriations, funds, or authority granted under this joint resolution for the Department of Defense (DOD) for: (1) new production of items not funded for production in FY2007 or prior years; (2) the increase in production rates above those sustained with FY2007 funds; or (3) the initiation, resumption, or continuation of any project, activity, operation, or organization for which appropriations, funds, or other authority were not available during FY2007. Bars the use of DOD appropriations, funds, or authority granted under this joint resolution to initiate multi-year procurements utilizing advance procurement funding for economic order quantity procurement unless specifically appropriated later. Authorizes the Secretary of Defense, however, following notification of the congressional defense committees, to initiate projects or activities required to be undertaken for force protection purposes using funds made available from the Iraq Freedom Fund. (Sec. 106) Provides funding under this joint resolution until the earliest of: (1) enactment of an appropriation for any project or activity provided for in this joint resolution; (2) enactment of the applicable appropriations Act for FY2008 without any provision for such project or activity; or (3) November 16, 2007. (Sec. 111) Continues through November 16, 2007, certain … 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-53 110 hjres 53 Constitutional War Powers Amendments of 2007 Armed Forces and National Security 2007-09-25 2007-09-25 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 11 Constitutional War Powers Amendments of 2007 - Rewrites the War Powers Resolution. Includes consultation procedures concerning participation in military operations of the United Nations. 2023-01-11T20:35:17Z  
110-hjres-51 110 hjres 51 Disapproving the rule submitted to the Congress by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requiring certain lawful permanent residents to apply for a new Permanent Resident Card. Immigration 2007-09-24 2007-10-12 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. House Rep. Baca, Joe [D-CA-43] CA D B001234 16 Disapproves the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requiring that aliens lawfully admitted for permanent U.S. residence, and issued a Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551) between 1979 and 1989, apply for a new card during a 120-day filing period. Provides that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:35:19Z  
110-hjres-50 110 hjres 50 Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the contribution of the USO to the morale and welfare of the members of the Armed Forces and their families. Commemorations 2007-09-18 2007-09-18 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Miller, Jeff [R-FL-1] FL R M001144 21 Extends gratitude to the United Services Organization (USO) on its 67th anniversary and recognizes that its work in supporting members of the U.S. Armed Forces is critical to their success and mission. 2023-01-11T20:35:19Z  
110-hjres-49 110 hjres 49 Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating a cost limit for providers operated by units of government and other provisions under the Medicaid Program. Health 2007-09-11 2007-09-11 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. House Rep. Waxman, Henry A. [D-CA-30] CA D W000215 0 Disapproves a specified rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to a cost limit for providers operated by units of government and other provisions under title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act. Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:35:18Z  
110-hjres-48 110 hjres 48 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the requirement of the approval of a two-thirds majority of the Supreme Court for any pardon or reprieve granted by the President. Crime and Law Enforcement 2007-08-03 2007-09-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9] TN D C001068 2 Constitutional Amendment - Provides that a presidential pardon or reprieve shall become effective only on the review and consent of two-thirds of the Justices of the Supreme Court pursuant to finding that such pardon or reprieve is consistent with the interests of justice and does not undermine the effectiveness, integrity, and impartiality of the federal criminal justice system. 2023-01-11T20:40:34Z  
110-hjres-47 110 hjres 47 Disapproving the rule submitted to the Congress by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on June 6, 2007, relating to adjustment of the Immigration and Naturalization Benefit Application and Petition Fee Schedule. Immigration 2007-07-30 2007-08-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. House Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-16] CA D L000397 6 Disapproves the rule submitted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to the Congress on June 6, 2007, relating to adjustment of the immigration and naturalization benefit application and petition fee schedule, and states that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-12T17:52:42Z  
110-hjres-46 110 hjres 46 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to deny United States citizenship to individuals born in the United States to parents who are neither United States citizens nor persons who owe permanent allegiance to the United States. Immigration 2007-06-13 2007-06-25 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Paul, Ron [R-TX-14] TX R P000583 7 Constitutional Amendment - States that a person born to a mother and father, neither of whom is a citizen of the United States nor a person who owes permanent allegiance to the United States, shall not be a citizen of the United States or of any state solely by reason of U.S. birth. 2023-01-11T17:02:44Z  
110-hjres-45 110 hjres 45 Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 2007-06-12 2007-06-25 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY-20] NY D G000555 32 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. Requires the appropriate congressional committees to report implementing legislation to achieve a balanced budget without reducing the disbursements of the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Federal Disability Insurance Trust Fund to achieve that goal. 2023-01-11T17:02:44Z  
110-hjres-44 110 hjres 44 Joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes. Foreign Trade and International Finance 2007-05-24 2007-08-01 Became Public Law No: 110-52. House Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-12] CA D L000090 29 (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on July 23, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Approves the renewal of certain import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Amends the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 to extend certain customs fees for the processing of merchandise entered into the United States through October 21, 2014. Amends the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005 to increase the amount of any corporate estimated tax installment otherwise due by a corporation with assets of not less than $1 billion for the third quarter of 2012 to 114.75% of such amount. Deems this resolution a renewal resolution which shall take effect upon its enactment or July 26, 2007, whichever occurs first. 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-43 110 hjres 43 Increasing the statutory limit on the public debt. Economics and Public Finance 2007-05-17 2007-09-29 Became Public Law No: 110-91. House         0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Increases the statutory limit on the public debt from $8.965 trillion to $9.815 trillion. 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-42 110 hjres 42 Health Protection Amendment of 2007 Health 2007-04-26 2007-05-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4] MN D M001143 4 Constitutional Amendment - Health Protection Amendment of 2007 - Declares that health care, including care to prevent and treat illness, is the right of all U.S. citizens and necessary to ensure the strength of the nation. 2023-01-11T19:44:41Z  
110-hjres-41 110 hjres 41 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify that the Constitution neither prohibits voluntary prayer nor requires prayer in schools. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-03-29 2007-04-20 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-3] WV D R000011 0 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits anything in the Constitution, including amendments, from being construed to prohibit voluntary prayer or require prayer in a public school, or to prohibit voluntary prayer or require prayer at a public school extracurricular activity. 2023-01-11T19:56:51Z  
110-hjres-40 110 hjres 40 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-03-27 2007-03-27 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14] NY D M000087 208 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits denying or abridging equality of rights under the law by the United States or by any State on account of sex. 2023-01-11T19:56:51Z  
110-hjres-39 110 hjres 39 Proclaiming Casimir Pulaski be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously. Immigration 2007-03-05 2007-03-19 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. House Rep. Kucinich, Dennis J. [D-OH-10] OH D K000336 50 Proclaims Casimir Pulaski as an honorary U.S. citizen, posthumously. 2023-01-11T19:56:51Z  
110-hjres-38 110 hjres 38 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to authorize the line item veto. Economics and Public Finance 2007-02-27 2007-03-19 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Platts, Todd Russell [R-PA-19] PA R P000585 0 Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes the President, in the case of any bill, order, resolution, or vote presented by the House of Representatives and the Senate, to decline to approve in whole any dollar amount of discretionary budget authority, any item of new direct spending, or any tax benefit. 2023-01-11T20:03:17Z  
110-hjres-37 110 hjres 37 Conferring honorary citizenship of the United States on Anne Frank. Immigration 2007-02-16 2007-03-19 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. House Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-2] NY D I000057 22 Confers honorary U.S. citizenship on Anne Frank (a victim of the Holocaust whose diary is one of the most widely read Holocaust memoirs). 2023-01-11T20:03:17Z  
110-hjres-25 110 hjres 25 Providing for the reappointment of Patricia Q. Stonesifer as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-02-13 2007-02-13 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Becerra, Xavier [D-CA-31] CA D B000287 2 Reappoints Patricia Q. Stonesifer as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-01-11T20:03:21Z  
110-hjres-26 110 hjres 26 Providing for the reappointment of Walter E. Massey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-02-13 2007-02-13 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Becerra, Xavier [D-CA-31] CA D B000287 2 Reappoints Walter E. Massey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-01-11T20:03:20Z  
110-hjres-27 110 hjres 27 Providing for the reappointment of Roger W. Sant as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-02-13 2007-02-13 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Becerra, Xavier [D-CA-31] CA D B000287 2 Reappoints Roger W. Sant as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-01-11T20:03:21Z  
110-hjres-28 110 hjres 28 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the right to vote. Government Operations and Politics 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 51 Constitutional Amendment - Provides that all U.S. citizens who are eighteen years of age or older shall have the right to vote in any public election held in the jurisdiction in which the citizen resides. Allows the United States or any state to establish regulations narrowly tailored to produce efficient and honest elections. Requires each state to: (1) administer public elections in the state in accordance with election performance standards established by the Congress; and (2) provide any eligible voter the opportunity to register and vote on the day of any public election. Requires Congress to reconsider election performance standards at least once every four years to determine if higher standards should be established to reflect improvements in methods and practices regarding election administration. 2023-01-11T20:03:21Z  
110-hjres-29 110 hjres 29 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the right of all citizens of the United States to a public education of equal high quality. Education 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 0 Constitutional Amendment - Provides that all persons shall enjoy the right to a public education of equal high quality. 2023-01-11T20:03:20Z  
110-hjres-30 110 hjres 30 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the right of citizens of the United States to health care of equal high quality. Health 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 3 Constitutional Amendment - Provides that all persons shall enjoy the right to health care of equal high quality. 2023-01-11T20:03:20Z  
110-hjres-31 110 hjres 31 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to equality of rights and reproductive rights. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 0 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits the United States and any state from denying or abridging: (1) equality of rights under the law on account of sex; and (2) reproductive rights for women. 2023-01-11T20:03:19Z  
110-hjres-32 110 hjres 32 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States respecting the right to decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing. Housing and Community Development 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 0 Constitutional Amendment - States that all U.S. citizens shall have a right to decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing. 2023-01-11T20:03:19Z  
110-hjres-33 110 hjres 33 Proposing an amendment the Constitution of the United States respecting the right to a clean, safe, and sustainable environment. Environmental Protection 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 0 Constitutional Amendment - Grants all persons the right to a clean, safe, and sustainable environment. 2023-01-11T20:03:18Z  
110-hjres-34 110 hjres 34 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to taxing the people of the United States progressively. Taxation 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 0 Constitutional Amendment - Requires Congress to tax all persons progressively in proportion to their income. 2023-01-11T20:03:19Z  
110-hjres-35 110 hjres 35 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States respecting the right to full employment and balanced growth. Labor and Employment 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 1 Constitutional Amendment - Provides that every person has the right to: (1) work; (2) free choice of employment; (3) just and favorable conditions of work; (4) protection against unemployment; and (5) equal pay for equal work, without any discrimination. Provides that all persons who work have the right to: (1) just and favorable remuneration ensuring for themselves and their family an existence worthy of human dignity, and supplemented, if necessary, by other means of social protection; and (2) form and join trade unions for the protection of their interests. 2023-01-11T20:03:18Z  
110-hjres-36 110 hjres 36 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the Electoral College and provide for the direct election of the President and Vice President by the popular vote of all citizens of the United States regardless of place of residence. Government Operations and Politics 2007-02-13 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] IL D J000283 2 Constitutional Amendment - Provides for the direct popular election of the President and the Vice President. (Abolishes the Electoral College.) 2023-01-11T20:03:18Z  
110-hjres-24 110 hjres 24 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the number of consecutive terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Congress 2007-02-08 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Platts, Todd Russell [R-PA-19] PA R P000585 0 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits a person from serving more than two full consecutive terms as a Senator or six full consecutive terms as a Representative. 2023-01-11T20:03:22Z  
110-hjres-23 110 hjres 23 Proposing an amendment the Constitution of the United States relative to abolishing personal income, estate, and gift taxes and prohibiting the United States Government from engaging in business in competition with its citizens. Taxation 2007-02-07 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Paul, Ron [R-TX-14] TX R P000583 4 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits the U.S. government from engaging in any business, professional, commercial, financial, or industrial enterprise except as specified in the Constitution. Prohibits the constitution or laws of any state, or the laws of the United States, from being subject to the terms of any foreign or domestic agreement which would abrogate this amendment.Requires any activities of the U.S. government which violate the intent and purposes of this amendment to be liquidated and the properties and facilities affected to be sold within three years from the date of ratification of this amendment. Repeals the Sixteenth Amendment to the Constitution three years after ratification of this amendment and thereafter prohibits Congress from levying taxes on personal incomes, estates, and gifts. 2023-01-11T20:03:22Z  
110-hjres-22 110 hjres 22 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage. Families 2007-02-06 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Lungren, Daniel E. [R-CA-3] CA R L000517 46 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that marriage in the United States shall consist only of a legal union of a man and a woman. Prohibits any federal or state court from having jurisdiction to determine whether the U.S. Constitution or any state constitution requires the legal incidents of marriage to be conferred upon any union other than a legal union between one man and one woman. Provides that no state shall be required to give effect to any public act, record, or judicial proceeding of any other state concerning a union between persons of the same sex that is treated as a marriage, or as having the legal incidents of marriage, under the laws of such other state. 2023-01-11T20:03:25Z  
110-hjres-21 110 hjres 21 Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-31 2007-03-01 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-13] FL R B001260 6 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. Requires Congress, by appropriate legislation, to provide that outlays for natural disasters do not count as outlays under this Amendment. 2019-11-15T21:37:09Z  
110-hjres-20 110 hjres 20 Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-29 2007-02-15 Became Public Law No: 110-5. House Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7] WI D O000007 48 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Revised Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 (Public Law 109-289, division B), as amended by Public Laws 109-369 and 109-383, to extend specified continuing appropriations through FY2007. Division B: Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2007 - Title I: Full-Year Continuing Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Appropriates amounts at specified levels for continuing operations, projects, or activities, conducted in FY2006, for which appropriations, funds, or other authority would be made available in: (1) the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006; (2) the Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2006; (3) the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2006; (4) the Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006; (5) the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006; (6) the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2006; (7) the Military Quality of Life and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2006; (8) the Science, State, Justice, Commerce, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006; and (9) the Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development, the Judiciary, the District of Columbia, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006. Limits such levels to the amounts appropriated in such appropriations Acts, including transfers and obligation limitations, with specified exceptions. (Sec. 106) Provides funding under this Continuing Resolution through FY2007. (Sec. 110) Provides additional funding for certain accounts for advance payments for the first quarter of FY2008. (Sec. 111) Appropriates additional amounts, for employees whose pay is funded by accounts under this Contiuing Resolution, to fund 50%… 2023-03-30T18:35:40Z  
110-hjres-19 110 hjres 19 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to establish English as the official language of the United States. Government Operations and Politics 2007-01-18 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Tancredo, Thomas G. [R-CO-6] CO R T000458 5 Constitutional Amendment - Establishes English as the official language of the United States. 2019-11-15T21:37:07Z  
110-hjres-16 110 hjres 16 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to repeal the sixteenth article of amendment. Taxation 2007-01-17 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. King, Steve [R-IA-5] IA R K000362 6 Constitutional Amendment - Repeals the Sixteenth Amendment to the Constitution (authorizing taxation of income). 2019-11-15T21:37:16Z  
110-hjres-17 110 hjres 17 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States establishing English as the official language of the United States. Government Operations and Politics 2007-01-17 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Doolittle, John T. [R-CA-4] CA R D000429 0 Constitutional Amendment - Establishes English as the official language of the United States. 2019-11-15T21:37:16Z  
110-hjres-18 110 hjres 18 To redeploy U.S. forces from Iraq. Armed Forces and National Security 2007-01-17 2007-03-20 Committee Hearings Held. House Rep. Murtha, John P. [D-PA-12] PA D M001120 103 States that: (1) the deployment of U.S. forces in Iraq, by direction of Congress, is hereby terminated and the forces involved are to be redeployed at the earliest practicable date; (2) a quick-reaction U.S. force and an over-the-horizon presence of U.S. Marines shall be deployed in the region; and (3) the United States shall pursue security and stability in Iraq through diplomacy. 2021-09-29T15:00:28Z  
110-hjres-15 110 hjres 15 Recognizing the contributions of the Christmas tree industry to the United States economy. Commemorations 2007-01-16 2007-12-19 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. House Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5] NC R F000450 18 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the important contributions to the U.S. economy of the live-cut Christmas tree industry, Christmas tree growers, and persons employed in the live-cut Christmas tree industry. 2023-01-11T14:50:55Z  
110-hjres-14 110 hjres 14 Concerning the use of military force by the United States against Iran. International Affairs 2007-01-12 2007-01-12 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 66 Provides that: (1) no provision of law enacted before the date of the enactment of this joint resolution shall be construed to authorize the use of U.S. military force against Iran; and (2) absent a national emergency created by an attack or imminent attack by Iran upon the United States, its territories or possessions or its Armed Forces, the President shall consult with Congress, and receive specific authorization pursuant to law from Congress, prior to initiating military force against Iran. 2021-04-20T13:01:55Z  
110-hjres-12 110 hjres 12 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. Commemorations 2007-01-11 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Murtha, John P. [D-PA-12] PA D M001120 72 Constitutional Amendment - Grants Congress the power to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag. 2019-11-15T21:37:13Z  
110-hjres-13 110 hjres 13 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to school prayer. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-01-11 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Murtha, John P. [D-PA-12] PA D M001120 0 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the Constitution shall not be construed to prohibit individual prayer in public schools or to prohibit school officials from including voluntary prayer in official school ceremonies and meetings. Prohibits the United States or any state from prescribing the content of any prayer. 2019-11-15T21:37:13Z  
110-hjres-10 110 hjres 10 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution to provide for a balanced budget for the United States Government and for greater accountability in the enactment of tax legislation. Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-05 2007-01-05 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Emerson, Jo Ann [R-MO-8] MO R E000172 0 Constitutional Amendment - Requires Congress and the President, before each fiscal year, to agree on an estimate of total receipts for that fiscal year by enactment into law of a joint resolution devoted solely to that subject. Prohibits outlays for such fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding such estimated receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over estimated receipts. Provides that whenever actual outlays exceed actual receipts for any fiscal year, Congress shall, in the ensuing fiscal year, provide by law for the repayment of such excess. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect. 2019-11-15T21:37:07Z  
110-hjres-11 110 hjres 11 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to voluntary school prayer. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-01-05 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Emerson, Jo Ann [R-MO-8] MO R E000172 1 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the Constitution shall not be construed to prohibit individual or group prayer in public schools or other public institutions. Prohibits the United States or any state from requiring any person to participate in prayer or from prescribing the content of any prayer. 2019-11-15T21:37:07Z  
110-hjres-9 110 hjres 9 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress and the States to prohibit the act of desecration of the flag of the United States and to set criminal penalties for that act. Commemorations 2007-01-05 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Emerson, Jo Ann [R-MO-8] MO R E000172 28 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the Congress and the states shall have power to prohibit desecration of the U.S. flag and to set criminal penalties for such act. 2019-11-15T21:37:07Z  
110-hjres-1 110 hjres 1 Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-04 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Goodlatte, Bob [R-VA-6] VA R G000289 163 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. 2019-11-15T21:37:05Z  
110-hjres-2 110 hjres 2 Proposing an amendment the Constitution of the United States regarding presidential election voting rights for residents of all United States territories and commonwealths. Government Operations and Politics 2007-01-04 2007-01-04 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Del. Christensen, Donna M. [D-VI-At Large] VI D C000380 1 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the right of citizens of the United States to vote in the election for President and Vice President shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of residency in a U.S. territory or commonwealth. 2021-04-20T13:01:38Z  
110-hjres-3 110 hjres 3 To acknowledge a long history of official depredations and ill-conceived policies by the United States Government regarding Indian tribes and offer an apology to all Native Peoples on behalf of the United States. Native Americans 2007-01-04 2007-01-04 Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources. House Rep. Davis, Jo Ann [R-VA-1] VA R D000597 25 Recognizes the special legal and political relationship the Indian tribes have with the United States and the solemn covenant with the land we share. Commends and honors the Native Peoples for the thousands of years that they have stewarded and protected this land. Acknowledges years of official depredations, ill-conceived policies, and the breaking of covenants by the Federal Government regarding Indian tribes. Apologizes on behalf of the people of the United States to all Native Peoples for the many instances of violence, maltreatment, and neglect inflicted on them by U.S. citizens. Expresses the regret of the United States for the ramifications of former offenses and its commitment to build on the positive relationships of the past and present to move toward reconciliation. Urges the President to acknowledge the offenses of the United States against Indian tribes in U.S. history. Commends the State governments that have begun reconciliation efforts with recognized Indian tribes located in their boundaries, and encourages all State governments to do the same. Declares that nothing in this Joint Resolution authorizes any claim against the United States or serves as a settlement of any claim against it. 2021-09-29T14:59:56Z  
110-hjres-4 110 hjres 4 Every Vote Counts Amendment Government Operations and Politics 2007-01-04 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Green, Gene [D-TX-29] TX D G000410 2 Every Vote Counts Amendment - Constitutional Amendment - Provides for the popular election of the President and Vice President under a new electoral system. (Abolishes the electoral college.) 2019-11-15T21:37:06Z  
110-hjres-5 110 hjres 5 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to limitations on the amounts of contributions and expenditures that may be made in connection with campaigns for election to public office. Government Operations and Politics 2007-01-04 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9] OH D K000009 1 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that Congress shall have power to set limits on the amount of contributions that may be accepted by, and the amount of expenditures that may be made by, in support of, or in opposition to, a candidate for nomination or election to federal office.Declares that a state shall have the power to set limits on the amount of contributions that may be accepted by, and the amount of expenditures that may be made by, in support of, or in opposition to, a candidate for nomination or election to state or local office. 2019-11-15T21:37:06Z  
110-hjres-6 110 hjres 6 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to provide that Representatives shall be apportioned among the several States according to their respective numbers, counting the number of persons in each State who are citizens of the United States. Congress 2007-01-04 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Miller, Candice S. [R-MI-10] MI R M001150 31 Constitutional Amendment - Requires Representatives to be apportioned among the several states according to their respective numbers, which shall be determined by counting the number of persons in each state who are U.S. citizens. 2022-02-27T13:49:45Z  
110-hjres-7 110 hjres 7 Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-04 2007-02-02 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. House Rep. Musgrave, Marilyn N. [R-CO-4] CO R M001152 1 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. 2019-11-15T21:37:01Z  

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