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bill_id	congress	bill_type	bill_number	title	policy_area	introduced_date ▲	latest_action_date	latest_action_text	origin_chamber	sponsor_name	sponsor_state	sponsor_party	sponsor_bioguide_id	cosponsor_count	summary_text	update_date
108-sres-486	108	sres	486	A resolution relative to the death of J. Stanley Kimmitt, Former Secretary of the Senate.	Congress	2004-12-08	2004-12-08	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S12070-12071; text as passed Senate: CR S12018; text of measure as introduced: CR S12070-12071)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	3	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the condolences of the Senate upon the death of the Honorable J. Stanley Kimmitt, former Secretary of the Senate.	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hconres-531	108	hconres	531	Providing for the sine die adjournment of the second session of the One Hundred Eighth Congress.	Congress	2004-12-07	2004-12-09	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for the sine die adjournment of the House of Representatives on any legislative day between December 7 and December 10, and the Senate on any legislative day between December 7 and December 11, 2004.	2023-01-14T22:48:29Z
108-hres-870	108	hres	870	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (S. 2845) to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-12-07	2004-12-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order to provide for consideration of the conference report to accompany S. 2845 (Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hres-871	108	hres	871	Providing for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Ninth Congress.	Congress	2004-12-07	2004-12-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the printing as a House document of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the 109th Congress.	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hres-872	108	hres	872	Appointing a committee to inform the President that the House is ready to adjourn.	Congress	2004-12-07	2004-12-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for appointment of a committee of two Members of the House of Representatives and two Members of the Senate to inform the President that the two Houses have completed their business of the session and are ready to adjourn.	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hres-875	108	hres	875	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives respecting the availability of legislation on the Internet.	Congress	2004-12-07	2004-12-07	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14]	NY	D	M000087	1	Amends rule XIII (Calendars and Committee Reports) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit the Committee on Rules from reporting a rule or order eliminating the reading in full of any bill, resolution, conference report, or amendment unless such measure is available to all Members and made available to the general public by means of the Internet for at least 24 hours before its consideration.	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hres-868	108	hres	868	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-12-06	2004-12-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on S. 2845 (National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:28Z
108-hconres-528	108	hconres	528	Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4818.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-12-06	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Young, C. W. Bill [R-FL-10]	FL	R	Y000031	0	Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make the following corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4818 (Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005): (1) remove provisions relating to the collection of State unemployment compensation debts and add provisions directing the Secretary of the Treasury to furnish information comparisons and disclosures to the Secretary of Health and Human Services to assist in the collection of delinquent nontax debt owed to the United States; (2) reduce from .83 to .80 percent the across-the-board rescissions applicable to the budget authority in specified appropriations Acts for FY 2005; and (3) remove a provision requiring the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide designated agents of the House or Senate Appropriations Committee with access to IRS facilities and tax return information.	2023-01-14T22:48:33Z
108-hconres-529	108	hconres	529	Providing for a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives and a conditional recess or adjournment of the Senate.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-11-24	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Ehlers, Vernon J. [R-MI-3]	MI	R	E000092	0	Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from November 20 or 27, 2004 until December 6, 2004 (or until another time of reassembly under this concurrent resolution), and a recess or an adjournment of the Senate from November 20 through 27, 2004, until December 6 or 7, 2004 (or until another time of reassembly). Authorizes the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate, or their respective designees, acting jointly after consultation with the Minority Leaders of the House and of the Senate, to notify the Members of the House and the Senate, respectively, to reassemble at such place and time as they may designate whenever, in their opinion, the public interest shall warrant it.	2023-01-14T22:48:33Z
108-hres-866	108	hres	866	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4818) making appropriations for foreign operations, export financing, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes, and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 114) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-11-20	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Putnam, Adam H. [R-FL-12]	FL	R	P000586	0	Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4818 (Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005). Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.J. Res. 114 (further continuing appropriations for FY 2005). Provides for the adoption of H.Con.Res. 528 (correcting the enrollment of H.R. 4818).	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-sjres-42	108	sjres	42	A joint resolution to make a correction in the Conference Report to accompany H.R. 4818.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-11-24	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK]	AK	R	S000888	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides that a specified provision of the Departments of Transportation and Treasury, Independent Agencies, and General Government Appropriations Act, 2005, as included in the conference report of H.R. 4818, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2005, which directs the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to allow designated agents of the House or Senate Appropriations Committee access to IRS facilities and tax return information, shall have no force and effect.	2023-01-14T22:48:29Z
108-sres-479	108	sres	479	A resolution establishing a special committee administered by the Committee on Governmental Affairs to conduct an investigation involving Halliburton Company and war profiteering, and other related matters.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-11-20	Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11802-11804)	Senate	Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]	NJ	D	L000123	0	Establishes the Special Committee to Investigate Halliburton, War Profiteering, and Related Matters, to be administered by the Committee on Governmental Affairs.	2023-01-14T22:48:29Z
108-sres-480	108	sres	480	A resolution extending the authority for the Senate National Security Working Group.	Congress	2004-11-20	2004-11-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11834-11835; text as passed Senate: CR 11/20/2004 S11834-11835; text of measure as introduced: CR 11/20/2004 S11804)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends Senate Resolution 105 of the 101st Congress to authorize the Senate National Security Working Group to study any issues related to national security that the Majority and Minority Leaders jointly determine appropriate. Authorizes the Group to participate in international forums and institutions regarding: (1) reduction, limitation, or control of conventional weapons, weapons of mass destruction, or the means for delivery of any such weapons; (2) reduction, limitation, or control of missile defenses; (3) export controls; and (4) national security-related issues. Extends until December 31, 2006, the authorities of specified Senate resolutions relating to the Senate National Security Working Group.	2021-09-29T22:08:31Z
108-hconres-524	108	hconres	524	Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make certain corrections to the enrollment of H.R. 1350.	Congress	2004-11-19	2004-11-19	Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11660)	House	Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8]	OH	R	B000589	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced in the House on November 19, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make certain corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1350 (Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004). Continues provision of free educational materials, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), for visually impaired and print disabled students, not only in educational and secondary schools, but also in postsecondary and graduate schools. Requires States eligible under IDEA to ensure that all special education teachers in elementary, middle, and secondary schools are highly qualified by the end of the 2005-6 schoolyear (which is the current deadline for all teachers teaching in core academic subjects in a State to be highly qualified, under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, as amended by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001).	2023-01-14T22:48:33Z
108-sres-478	108	sres	478	A resolution relating to displaced staff members of Senators and Senate leaders.	Congress	2004-11-19	2004-11-19	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 11/20/2004 S11663; text as passed Senate: CR 11/20/2004 S11663; text of measure as introduced: CR 11/20/2004 S11650)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends S. Res. 458 of the 98th Congress to provide salary continuation for up to 60 days for a staff member whose service is terminated solely and directly as a result of: (1) a change in the individual occupying the position of President pro tempore emeritus, Chairman of the Conference of the Majority, Chairman of the Conference of the Minority, Chairman of the Majority Policy Committee, and Chairman of the Minority Policy Committee; or (2) expiration of a Senator's term in office, but only if the Senator is not serving as a Senator for the next term of office and was a candidate in the general election for such next term.	2021-09-29T22:08:31Z
108-hres-858	108	hres	858	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1350) to reauthorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-11-18	2004-11-19	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 1350 (reauthorizing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act).	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-hres-859	108	hres	859	Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.	Congress	2004-11-18	2004-11-19	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Makes it in order at any time on November 19, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-hres-860	108	hres	860	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-11-18	2004-11-18	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 255.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on S. 2845 (National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-hres-861	108	hres	861	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-11-18	2004-11-18	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 256.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of the conference report on H.R. 4548 (Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-sres-471	108	sres	471	A resolution authorizing the printing of tributes and other related materials in honor of the late Senator Paul Simon.	Congress	2004-11-18	2004-11-18	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S11506-11507; text as passed Senate: CR S11507; text of measure as introduced: CR S11501)	Senate	Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]	IL	D	D000563	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the printing as a Senate document of a compilation of tributes and other related materials concerning the Honorable Paul Simon (a former Senator from the State of Illinois).	2021-09-29T22:08:30Z
108-hjres-111	108	hjres	111	Appointing the day for convening of the first session of the One Hundred Ninth Congress.	Congress	2004-11-17	2004-12-03	Became Public Law No: 108-433.	House	Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8]	OH	R	B000589	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for convening of the first session of the 109th Congress at noon on January 4, 2005.	2023-01-14T22:48:33Z
108-hres-856	108	hres	856	Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit.	Congress	2004-11-17	2004-11-18	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit.	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-sconres-146	108	sconres	146	A concurrent resolution to direct the Secretary of the Senate to make corrections in the enrollment of the bill S. 150.	Congress	2004-11-17	2004-11-19	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	Senate	Sen. Allen, George [R-VA]	VA	R	A000121	4	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make the following corrections in the enrollment of S. 150 (extension of the moratorium on Internet taxation): (1) add a provision which terminates a certain State telecommunications service tax after November 1, 2006; and (2) add a provision exempting Texas or its political subdivisions from the Internet tax moratorium in imposing or collecting the Texas municipal access line fee.	2023-01-14T22:48:29Z
108-sconres-145	108	sconres	145	A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H. R. 1417.	Congress	2004-11-16	2004-11-17	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1417 (Copyright Royalty and Distribution Reform Act of 2004), including to provide that such Act shall apply to proceedings to determine royalty rates for the secondary transmission of primary transmissions by satellite carriers that are commenced after January 31, 2006.	2023-01-14T22:48:29Z
108-sconres-144	108	sconres	144	A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H.R. 4837	Congress	2004-10-11	2004-10-11	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S11228-11229; text as passed Senate: CR S11229; text of measure as introduced: CR S11311)	Senate	Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA]	IA	D	H000206	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make certain corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4837 (Military Construction Appropriations and Emergency Hurricane Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2005). Repeals the requirement that: (1) the Secretary of Agriculture shall use not more than $6.037 billion of the funds, facilities, and authorities of the Commodity Credit Corporation to carry out the conservation security program for the period of FY 2005 through 2014; and (2) any savings from that requirement not be scored until FY 2008. Replaces such requirement with the designation of agricultural disaster assistance under such Act as an emergency requirement.	2023-01-14T22:48:34Z
108-sres-463	108	sres	463	A resolution authorizing the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual.	Congress	2004-10-10	2004-10-10	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S11017-11019; text as passed Senate: CR S11017; text of measure as introduced: CR S11109-11110)	Senate	Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]	MS	R	L000447	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual for the 109th Congress.	2021-09-29T22:08:29Z
108-hconres-518	108	hconres	518	Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses.	Congress	2004-10-09	2004-10-12	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from October 9 or 10, 2004, until November 16, 2004, and a recess or an adjournment of the Senate on any day from October 9 through 15, 2004, until November 15 or 16, 2004.	2023-01-14T22:48:44Z
108-hconres-519	108	hconres	519	Correcting the enrollment of H.R. 5107.	Congress	2004-10-09	2004-10-12	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr. [R-WI-5]	WI	R	S000244	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 5107 (Justice for All Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:44Z
108-hconres-514	108	hconres	514	Directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a technical correction in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 4200.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-10-12	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-52]	CA	R	H000981	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a technical correction in the enrollment of H.R. 4200 (National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:44Z
108-hres-842	108	hres	842	Requesting return of official papers on S. 1301.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-10-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-52]	CA	R	H000981	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives to request the Senate to return to the House S.1301 (Video Voyeurism Prevention Act of 2003).	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-843	108	hres	843	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4200) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2005 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-10-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4200 (Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-845	108	hres	845	Relating to a question of the privileges of the House.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-10-08	On motion to table the measure Agreed to by recorded vote: 210 - 182, 5 Present (Roll no. 526).	House	Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-8]	CA	D	P000197	0	Directs the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to: (1) establish an Investigative Subcommittee to determine if there is substantial reason to believe that by his past and continuing conduct Representative Tom DeLay has violated the Code of Official Conduct or other relevant laws, rules, or regulations; and (2) retain a Special Counsel to assist in its investigation.	2021-09-29T21:27:04Z
108-hres-846	108	hres	846	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-11-20	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration or disposition of: (1) a bill or joint resolution making continuing appropriations for FY 2005, an amendment thereto, or a conference report thereon; or (2) a bill or joint resolution making general appropriations for such fiscal year.	2023-01-14T22:48:31Z
108-hres-848	108	hres	848	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to make a technical correction on limitations on the use of the frank.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-11-16	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1984)	House	Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1]	CT	D	L000557	0	Amends rule XXIV (Limitations on Use of Official Funds) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide that a mass mailing of a Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner is not frankable when it is postmarked less than 90 (currently less than 60) days before the date of a primary or general election (whether regular, special, or runoff) in which the individual is a candidate for public office.	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-851	108	hres	851	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit any committee from sending more than 999 copies of any mass mailing to addresses within the same Congressional district, from sending any mass mailing to an address within a Congressional district if the mailing is postmarked fewer than 90 days immediately before the date of a House election in the district, and from sending any mass mailing as franked mail which does not meet the standards applicable to franked mail sent by elected officers of the House.	Congress	2004-10-08	2004-10-08	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-27]	CA	D	S000344	2	Amends rule XI (Procedures of Committees and Unfinished Business) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to prohibit House Committees from sending: (1) more than 999 copies of any mass mailing to addresses within the same congressional district, unless authorized to do so by resolution of the House with respect to the specific mailing; (2) any mass mailing to an address within a congressional district if the mailing is postmarked fewer than 90 days immediately before the date of a House election held in such district; or (3) any mass mailing as franked mail which does not conform to the rules, regulations, and standards prescribed by the House Commission on Congressional Mailing Standards for franked mail sent by elected officers of the House.	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-830	108	hres	830	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4520) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove impediments in such Code and make our manufacturing, service, and high-technology businesses and workers more competitive and productive both at home and abroad.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4520 (American Jobs Creation Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-831	108	hres	831	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for the consideration of H.R. 4200 (National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-832	108	hres	832	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for the consideration of H.R. 4837 (Military Construction Appropriations Act, 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-833	108	hres	833	Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-08	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 247.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Makes it in order at any time on October 8, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-834	108	hres	834	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-08	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 248.	House	Rep. Diaz-Balart, Lincoln [R-FL-21]	FL	R	D000299	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4567 (Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005)	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-835	108	hres	835	Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects a majority Member to the House Committee on Government Reform.	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-837	108	hres	837	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a standing Committee on Homeland Security and a standing Committee on Intelligence (with jurisdiction over appropriations for intelligence activities), and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-07	2004-10-10	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1851)	House	Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14]	NY	D	M000087	6	Amends rule X (Organization of Committees) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish the House Committees on Homeland Security and on Intelligence. Grants jurisdiction to the House Committee on Homeland Security over matters regarding the Department of Homeland Security and homeland security, generally. Grants exclusive jurisdiction to the House Committee on Intelligence over: (1) the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), the Director of Central Intelligence, and the National Foreign Intelligence Program (NFIP); (2) intelligence and intelligence-related activities of all other Federal departments and agencies, including the tactical intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the Department of Defense (DOD); (3) the organization or reorganization of a Federal department or agency to the extent relating to a function or activity involving intelligence or intelligence-related activities; and (4) authorizations for appropriations, both direct and indirect, as well as appropriations, for the CIA and such other staff, programs, and activities. Specifies the composition of the Committee on Intelligence.	2023-01-14T22:48:37Z
108-hres-824	108	hres	824	Relating to early organization of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Ninth Congress.	Congress	2004-10-06	2004-10-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Ney, Robert W. [R-OH-18]	OH	R	N000081	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes any organizational caucus or conference in the House of Representatives for the 109th Congress to begin on or after November 3, 2004. Provides that with the approval of the majority leader or the minority leader, specified provisions of law shall apply with respect to the attendance of a Member or Member-elect at a program conducted by the Committee on House Administration for the orientation of new members of the 109th Congress in the same manner as such provisions apply to the attendance of the Member or Member-elect at the organizational caucus or conference.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-827	108	hres	827	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for reform of the intelligence community, terrorism prevention and prosecution, border security, and international cooperation and coordination, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-06	2004-10-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 10 (9/11 Recommendations Implementation Act).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-828	108	hres	828	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-10-06	2004-10-07	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4520 (American Jobs Creation Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-829	108	hres	829	Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules.	Congress	2004-10-06	2004-10-07	The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-753, by Mr. Sessions.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	Makes it in order at any time on October 7, 2004, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-sres-450	108	sres	450	A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Daniel Bayly, et. al.	Congress	2004-10-06	2004-10-06	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 10/7/2004 S10610-10611; text as passed Senate: CR 10/7/2004 S10611; text of measure as introduced: CR 10/7/2004 S10586)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes: (1) Claire Barnard, a former employee of, and Edna Falk Curtin, a former detailee to, the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigation to testify in the case of United States v. Daniel Bayly, et al., except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent them in connection with such testimony.	2021-09-29T22:08:27Z
108-hres-819	108	hres	819	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5212) making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, for additional disaster assistance relating to storm damage, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-05	2004-10-06	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Putnam, Adam H. [R-FL-12]	FL	R	P000586	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5212) making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, for additional disaster assistance relating to storm damage.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-822	108	hres	822	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4850) making appropriations for the government of the District of Columbia and other activities chargeable in whole or in part against the revenues of said District for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-05	2004-10-06	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4850 (District of Columbia Appropriations Act, 2005).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-823	108	hres	823	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5107) to protect crime victims' rights, to eliminate the substantial backlog of DNA samples collected from crime scenes and convicted offenders, to improve and expand the DNA testing capacity of Federal, State, and local crime laboratories, to increase research and development of new DNA testing technologies, to develop new training programs regarding the collection and use of DNA evidence, to provide post-conviction testing of DNA evidence to exonerate the innocent, to improve the performance of counsel in State capital cases, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-05	2004-10-06	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 5107 (Justice for All Act of 2004).	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-hres-814	108	hres	814	Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 878) to authorize an additional permanent judgeship in the district of Idaho, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-10-04	2004-10-05	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (S. 878) to authorize an additional permanent judgeship in the district of Idaho.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z
108-sres-445	108	sres	445	A resolution to eliminate certain restrictions on service of a Senator on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.	Congress	2004-10-01	2004-10-09	Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 79 - 6. Record Vote Number: 208.	Senate	Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]	MS	R	L000447	48	Title I: Homeland Security Oversight Reform - (Sec. 101) Renames the Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Grants the Committee jurisdiction over all matters relating to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) except for: (1) the Coast Guard, the Transportation Security Administration, the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, the Secret Service, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service, the immigration functions of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Immigration and Custom Enforcement, and the Directorate of Border and Transportation Security; and (2) customs revenue functions (including any function provided for in the Homeland Security Act of 2002) performed by DHS employees, commercial functions or commercial operations of the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection or Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, including matters relating to trade facilitation and trade regulation, or functions related to those performed by such employees that were exercised by the U.S. Customs Service on the day before the effective date of the Act. Declares that this jurisdiction shall supersede the jurisdiction of any other Senate committee provided for in the Senate rules. Excludes from such jurisdiction the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 or related functions of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Extends such jurisdiction to: (1) the Archives of the United States; (2) budget and accounting measures, other than appropriations, except as provided in the Congressional Budget Act of 1974; (3) census and collection of statistics, including economic and social statistics; (4) congressional organization, except for any part of the matter that amends the Senate's rules or orders; (5) Federal Civil Service; (6) Government information; (7) intergovernmental relations; (8) municipal affairs of the District of Columbia, except its appropriations; (9) organization and management of U.S. nuclear export policy; (10) organ…	2023-01-14T22:48:34Z
108-hres-811	108	hres	811	Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 5183) to provide an extension of highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other programs funded out of the Highway Trust Fund pending enactment of a law reauthorizing the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century.	Congress	2004-09-30	2004-09-30	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 5183 (Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2004, Part V).	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-806	108	hres	806	Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-09-29	2004-09-29	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Pence, Mike [R-IN-6]	IN	R	P000587	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects majority Members to the House Committees on Government Reform and to Rules.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-807	108	hres	807	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-09-29	2004-09-30	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for consideration of H.R. 5149 (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant program reauthorization).	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-sres-443	108	sres	443	A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and legal representation in United States v. Roberto Martin.	Congress	2004-09-29	2004-09-29	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9985-9986; text as passed Senate: CR S9986; text of measure as introduced: CR S9958)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes: (1) employees of Senator Graham's office from whom testimony or production of documents may be required to testify and produce documents in the case of United States v. Roberto Martin, except concerning matters for which a privilege may be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Graham's staff in such case.	2021-09-29T22:08:21Z
108-hres-801	108	hres	801	Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 106) proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.	Congress	2004-09-28	2004-09-30	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J.Res. 106) proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-802	108	hres	802	Providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 107) making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-28	2004-09-29	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Linder, John [R-GA-7]	GA	R	L000321	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J.Res. 107) making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-803	108	hres	803	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3193) to restore second amendment rights in the District of Columbia.	Congress	2004-09-28	2004-09-29	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Hastings, Doc [R-WA-4]	WA	R	H000329	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3193) to restore second amendment rights in the District of Columbia.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-794	108	hres	794	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 1308) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to accelerate the increase in the refundability of the child tax credit, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-23	2004-09-23	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 1308 (Tax Relief, Simplification, and Equity Act of 2003).	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-795	108	hres	795	Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-09-23	2004-09-23	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	Elects majority Members to the House Committees on Financial Services and to Government Reform.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-800	108	hres	800	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2802) to reauthorize the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-23	2004-10-06	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Miller (NC). Petition No: 108-16. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis16.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Miller, Brad [D-NC-13]	NC	D	M001154	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2802) to reauthorize the Small Business Act and the Small Business Investment Act of 1958.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hr-5122	108	hr	5122	To amend the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to permit members of the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance to serve for 2 terms.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-10-21	Became Public Law No: 108-349.	House	Rep. Ney, Robert W. [R-OH-18]	OH	R	N000081	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on October 4, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995 to permit members of the Board of Directors of the Office of Compliance to be reappointed. Limits the term of a member to two terms. Applies this Act to individuals serving on the Board on or after September 30, 2004.	2023-01-13T22:01:46Z
108-hres-785	108	hres	785	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-09-23	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII to provide for the consideration of H.R. 1308 (Tax Relief, Simplification, and Equity Act of 2003).	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-786	108	hres	786	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4421) making appropriations for the Environmental Protection Agency for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-09-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7]	WI	D	O000007	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4421) making appropriations for the Environmental Protection Agency for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-787	108	hres	787	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4422) making appropriations for the Departments of Agriculture, Education, Health and Human Services, and Transportation for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-09-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7]	WI	D	O000007	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4422) making appropriations for the Departments of Agriculture, Education, Health and Human Services, and Transportation for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-788	108	hres	788	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4423) making appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2004, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-10-05	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Edwards. Petition No: 108-14. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis14.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7]	WI	D	O000007	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4423) making appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2004.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-789	108	hres	789	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4424) making appropriations for military construction and family housing for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-09-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7]	WI	D	O000007	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4424) making appropriations for military construction and family housing for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-790	108	hres	790	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4473) making appropriations for the Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-22	2004-10-05	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Bishop (NY). Petition No: 108-15. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis15.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Obey, David R. [D-WI-7]	WI	D	O000007	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4473) making appropriations for the Department of Education for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:42Z
108-hres-780	108	hres	780	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-09-21	2004-09-21	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 225.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII with respect to a reported resolution providing for consideration of H.R. 1308 (Tax Relief, Simplification, and Equity Act of 2003).	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hres-781	108	hres	781	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2028) to amend title 28, United States Code, with respect to the jurisdiction of Federal courts inferior to the Supreme Court over certain cases and controversies involving the Pledge of Allegiance.	Congress	2004-09-21	2004-09-22	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2028) to amend title 28, United States Code, with respect to the jurisdiction of Federal courts inferior to the Supreme Court over certain cases and controversies involving the Pledge of Allegiance.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hjres-105	108	hjres	105	Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to lower the age qualification for Senators from 30 years of age to 21 years of age and for Members of the House of Representatives from 25 years of age to 21 years of age.	Congress	2004-09-15	2004-11-05	Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.	House	Rep. English, Phil [R-PA-3]	PA	R	E000187	0	Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits a person from being a Senator or Representative in Congress who has not attained the age of twenty-one years (thus lowering the age qualification for Senators from 30 years and the age of Members of the House of Representatives from 25 years).	2023-01-13T21:46:44Z
108-hr-5101	108	hr	5101	Democracy in Congress Act of 2004	Congress	2004-09-15	2004-11-05	Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.	House	Rep. Meehan, Martin T. [D-MA-5]	MA	D	M000627	0	Democracy in Congress Act of 2004 - Amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to address: (1) same-day consideration of Rules Committee reports; (2) maximum voting time; (3) late night voting; (4) restrictive rule limitations from the Committee on Rules; (5) two-thirds voting requirements for certain waivers and for the availability of certain measures on the Internet; (6) composition and subpoena authority of the Committee on House Administration; (7) control of the Committee on Government Reform; and (8) Conference Committee disclosure requirements. Creates a bipartisan Commission to assess the extent to which the House has upheld its constitutional responsibility to oversee the executive branch and to suggest improvements to the oversight process. Amends the Federal criminal code to extend certain post-employment lobbying restrictions on former Members of Congress. Amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 to require specified disclosures and the creation of a free and publicly accessible database on the Internet that includes information contained in registrations and reports filed under that Act. Amends the Federal criminal code to reform the waiver process for acts affecting a personal financial interest. Amends the Code of Official Conduct set forth in House Rules to require the public disclosure of negotiations for prospective employment by Members of Congress if a conflict of interest or the appearance of such a conflict may exist.	2023-01-13T22:01:46Z
108-sres-428	108	sres	428	A resolution reauthorizing the John Heinz Senate Fellowship Program.	Congress	2004-09-15	2004-09-23	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR 9/24/2004 S9653)	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	3	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends Senate Resolution 356, 102d Congress (establishing the John Heinz Senate Fellowship Program) to reauthorize the Program through FY 2010.	2023-01-14T22:48:44Z
108-sres-429	108	sres	429	A resolution establishing a special committee of the Senate to investigate the awarding and carrying out of contracts to conduct activities in Afghanistan and Iraq and to fight the war on terrorism.	Congress	2004-09-15	2004-09-15	Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9293-9294)	Senate	Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]	IL	D	D000563	6	Establishes the Special Committee on War and Reconstruction Contracting in the Senate to: (1) investigate the awarding and performance of contracts for military, security, and reconstruction activities in Afghanistan and Iraq; and (2) support the prosecution of the war on terrorism. Requires the Committee to examine such contracting actions and report on them regarding: (1) bidding, contracting, accounting, and auditing standards for Federal Government contracts; (2) methods of contracting, including sole-source contracts and limited competition or noncompetitive ones; (3) subcontracting under large, comprehensive contracts; (4) oversight procedures; (5) consequences of cost-plus and fixed price contracting; (6) allegations of wasteful and fraudulent practices; (7) accountability of contractors and Government officials involved in procurement and contracting; (8) penalties for violations of law and abuses in the awarding and performance of Government contracts; and (9) lessons learned from the contracting process used in Iraq and Afghanistan and in connection with the war on terrorism with respect to the structure, coordination, management policies, and Federal procedures.	2023-01-14T22:48:44Z
108-hres-770	108	hres	770	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5025) making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Treasury, and independent agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-14	2004-09-14	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5025) making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation and Treasury, and independent agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hres-773	108	hres	773	Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 4628) to protect consumers in managed care plans and other health coverage.	Congress	2004-09-14	2004-09-30	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Edwards. Petition No: 108-13. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis13.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Edwards, Chet [D-TX-11]	TX	D	E000063	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 4628 (Patients' Bill of Rights Act of 2004).	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-s-2802	108	s	2802	A bill to amend the Congerssional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to limit the implementation, phase-in, or phase-out of revenue measures to 1 year.	Congress	2004-09-14	2004-09-14	Read twice and referred jointly to the Committees on the Budget; Governmental Affairs pursuant to August 4, 1977, with instructions that if one Committee reports, the other Committee have thirty days to report or be discharged.	Senate	Sen. Dayton, Mark [D-MN]	MN	D	D000596	0	Amends the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to make it out of order in the House of Representatives or the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, or conference report that: (1) delays implementation of a revenue measure for more than one year after its date of enactment; (2) phases in a revenue measure over a period of taxable years greater than one taxable year; or (3) provides for the repeal of, or a modification in the revenue effect of, a revenue measure if the elimination or modification does not fully take effect before the date which is one year after its enactment.	2021-09-30T00:53:41Z
108-hres-766	108	hres	766	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4571) to amend rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to improve attorney accountability, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-13	2004-09-14	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Sessions, Pete [R-TX-32]	TX	R	S000250	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4571) to amend rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure with respect to attorney accountability.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hres-769	108	hres	769	Providing for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 2038) to reauthorize the assault weapons ban, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-13	2004-09-28	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Meehan. Petition No: 108-12. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis12.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Meehan, Martin T. [D-MA-5]	MA	D	M000627	0	Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 2038 (Assault Weapons Ban and Law Enforcement Protection Act of 2003).	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hr-5038	108	hr	5038	American Heroes Act	Congress	2004-09-09	2004-09-09	Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.	House	Rep. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL-10]	IL	R	K000360	16	American Heroes Act - Authorizes each State to provide one statue of an individual representing that State to be displayed in the Capitol Visitor Center. Specifies criteria for such statues. Requires the Clerk of the House of Representatives and the Secretary of the Senate to assign jointly to one of their employees the post of the American Hero Administrator to prepare statue guidelines. Requires: (1) a State to establish an American Hero Commission to select the individual to represent that State; and (2) the Architect of the Capitol to procure and install a statue honoring the passengers of United Airlines flight number 93 who died on September 11, 2001, for their heroic role in protecting Washington, D.C. from attack.	2023-01-13T21:46:41Z
108-hres-762	108	hres	762	Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-09-09	2004-09-09	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Dreier, David [R-CA-26]	CA	R	D000492	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects a minority Member to the House Committees on Agriculture, and on Transportation and Infrastructure.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hres-756	108	hres	756	Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-09-08	2004-09-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-13]	NJ	D	M000639	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects a minority Member to the House Committee on Armed Services.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hres-754	108	hres	754	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5006) making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-09-07	2004-09-08	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Pryce, Deborah [R-OH-15]	OH	R	P000555	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5006) making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005.	2023-01-13T22:01:43Z
108-hconres-479	108	hconres	479	Providing for a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives and a conditional recess or adjournment of the Senate.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-23	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	House	Rep. DeLay, Tom [R-TX-22]	TX	R	D000217	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives on July 22 or 23, 2004, until September 7, 2004, and a recess or an adjournment of the Senate from July 22, 23, or 24, 2004, until September 7, 2004.	2023-01-15T04:49:24Z
108-hr-4971	108	hr	4971	Restoring Democracy to the U.S. Congress Act of 2004	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-12-07	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2180)	House	Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14]	NY	D	M000087	17	Restoring Democracy to the U.S. Congress Act of 2004 - Amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to address: (1) the time limit on roll call votes; (2) actual voting required in conference committee meetings; (3) waiver of the germaneness requirement for conference reports; (4) removal of Members from committee meetings; (5) a limit on redistricting after an apportionment of Representatives; (6) availability of legislation on the Internet; (7) bribery on the House floor; (8) hacking into other Members' computer files; (9) capping committee mailing expenses; and (10) a requirement that at least one-third of committee budget be provided to the minority ranking member.	2023-01-14T22:48:21Z
108-hres-741	108	hres	741	Electing a Member to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-13]	NJ	D	M000639	0	Elects a minority Member to the House Committees on Agriculture and on Small Business.	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-742	108	hres	742	Providing for the consideration of the bill (H. R. 3831) to extend the sunset on the assault weapons ban for 10 years.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Ferguson, Mike [R-NJ-7]	NJ	R	F000443	2	Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.R. 3831 (assault weapons ban extension).	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-743	108	hres	743	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to allow Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to file, sign, and call up discharge petitions.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Del. Bordallo, Madeleine Z. [D-GU-At Large]	GU	D	B001245	4	Amends rule XV (Business in Order on Special Days) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to allow Delegates and the Resident Commissioner to file, sign, and call up discharge petitions.	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-748	108	hres	748	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1102) to establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the Treasury of the United States to provide for the development, rehabilitation, and preservation of decent, safe, and affordable housing for low-income families.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-09-21	Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Ms. Lee. Petition No: 108-11. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/108/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis11.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)	House	Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]	CA	D	L000551	2	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1102) to establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the Treasury of the United States to provide for the development, rehabilitation, and preservation of decent, safe, and affordable housing for low-income families.	2023-01-14T22:48:23Z
108-hres-749	108	hres	749	Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to limit the maximum voting time.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Referred to the House Committee on Rules.	House	Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-14]	NY	D	M000087	0	Amends rule XX (Voting and Quorum Calls) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to limit the maximum voting time to 17 minutes, except by unanimous consent or mutual agreement of the majority and minority leaders.	2023-01-14T22:48:23Z
108-s-2758	108	s	2758	Legislative Branch Financial Accountability Act of 2004	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8748-8749)	Senate	Sen. Fitzgerald, Peter [R-IL]	IL	R	F000442	0	Legislative Branch Financial Accountability Act of 2004 - Requires the Senate, House of Representatives, Library of Congress, Congressional Budget Office, Government Accountability Office, Government Printing Office, U.S. Botanic Garden, Architect of the Capitol, U.S. Capitol Police, and any congressional legislative branch entity not required by statute to have annual financial statements independently audited to each have a financial statement prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, and have the statement independently audited, for the preceding calendar year covering all such entity's accounts and associated activities. Requires the entities to report to appropriate congressional committees on: (1) the implementation of this Act, including whether the establishment of an office is necessary; and (2) recommendations, including legislative actions and amendments to this Act, if necessary, to effectively carry it out. Sets forth requirements for the preparation and audit of the statements.	2023-01-14T22:48:25Z
108-sconres-135	108	sconres	135	A concurrent resolution authorizing the printing of a commemorative document in memory of the late President of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-10-18	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the printing as a Senate document of a commemorative document in memory of the former President of the United States, Ronald Wilson Reagan, consisting of the eulogies and encomiums for him, as expressed in the Senate and the House of Representatives, together with the texts of the state funeral ceremony at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, the national funeral service held at the Washington National Cathedral, Washington, District of Columbia, and the interment ceremony at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, California.	2023-01-14T22:48:24Z
108-sres-415	108	sres	415	A resolution to authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Governmental Affairs.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8800; text as passed Senate: CR S8800; text of measure as introduced: CR S8768)	Senate	Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]	TN	R	F000439	1	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Governmental Affairs, acting jointly, to provide to law enforcement officials, legislative bodies, regulatory agencies, and other entities or individuals duly authorized by federal, state, or foreign governments, records of the Subcommittee's case study investigation into the enforcement and effectiveness of statutory anti-money laundering provisions.	2021-09-29T22:08:16Z
108-sres-419	108	sres	419	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to the continuity of Government and the smooth transition of executive power.	Congress	2004-07-22	2004-07-22	Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8770)	Senate	Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]	TX	R	C001056	1	Expresses that it is the sense of the Senate that during the period preceding the end of a term of office in which a President will not be serving a succeeding term: (1) that President should consider submitting the nominations of individuals to the Senate who are selected by the President-elect for offices that fall within the line of succession; (2) the Senate should consider conducting confirmation proceedings and votes on such nominations between January 3 and January 20 before the Inauguration; and (3) that President should consider agreeing to sign and deliver commissions for all approved nominations on January 20 before the Inauguration to ensure continuity of Government.	2023-01-13T21:31:58Z
108-hres-734	108	hres	734	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3313) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit Federal court jurisdiction over questions under the Defense of Marriage Act.	Congress	2004-07-21	2004-07-22	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3313) to amend title 28, United States Code, to limit Federal court jurisdiction over questions under the Defense of Marriage Act.	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-735	108	hres	735	Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4613) making appropriations for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes.	Congress	2004-07-21	2004-07-22	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Myrick, Sue Wilkins [R-NC-9]	NC	R	M001134	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives points of order against the consideration of the conference report on H.R. 4613 (FY 2005 Department of Defense appropriations).	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-738	108	hres	738	Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4842) to implement the United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.	Congress	2004-07-21	2004-07-22	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Diaz-Balart, Lincoln [R-FL-21]	FL	R	D000299	0	Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4842) to implement the United States-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-739	108	hres	739	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-07-21	2004-07-22	The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 108-629, by Mr. Reynolds.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII with respect to a reported resolution providing for consideration or disposition of the conference report on H.R. 1308 (Tax Relief, Simplification, and Equity Act of 2003).	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z
108-hres-740	108	hres	740	Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported to the Committee on Rules.	Congress	2004-07-21	2004-07-22	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 215.	House	Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-26]	NY	R	R000569	0	Waives a specified requirement of rule XIII with respect to a reported resolution providing for consideration of a bill to provide an extension of highway, highway safety, motor carrier safety, transit, and other programs funded out of the Highway Trust Fund pending enactment of a law reauthorizing the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century.	2023-01-14T22:48:22Z

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