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| 110-sconres-107 | 110 | sconres | 107 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the rights of Members of Congress (or any employee of a Member of Congress authorized by that Member) to lead tours of the United States Capitol complex. | Congress | 2008-12-11 | 2009-01-03 | Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. | Senate | Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] | NC | R | B001135 | 9 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of Congress that Members of Congress (or their authorized employees) should not be prohibited, with or without prior notice to the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) and other specified officers, from taking guests or visitors into the publicly accessible areas of the U.S. Capitol complex during normal business hours. Expresses the sense of Congress that, at the direction of the Capitol Police Board or the fire marshal, the taking of guests or visitors into such areas by Members or their authorized employees should be temporarily suspended or otherwise subject to restriction for safety or security reasons to the same extent as guided tours of the Capitol led by the AOC or the Capitol Guide Service. Expresses the sense of Congress that nothing in this resolution shall be: (1) construed to affect such authority relating to the movement of such employees through the Capitol; or (2) interpreted to contradict the congressional staff-led tour policy that ensures that tours of the Capitol are conducted by staff members who have undergone mandatory life safety and historical accuracy training. | 2017-12-14T21:55:47Z | |
| 110-hconres-443 | 110 | hconres | 443 | To establish the Joint Select Committee on Reorganization and Reform of Foreign Assistance Agencies and Programs. | Congress | 2008-12-10 | 2008-12-10 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 4 | Establishes in the Senate and the House of Representatives the Joint Select Committee on Reorganization and Reform of Foreign Assistance Agencies and Programs which shall investigate: (1) the organization of the various federal agencies and departments that oversee and implement U.S. foreign assistance programs; (2) U.S. foreign assistance program objectives, staffing and funding levels, and performance; and (3) legislative procedures and organization related to the authorization and appropriation of funding for and oversight of U.S. foreign assistance programs and agencies. Terminates the Committee 30 days after filing the report required under this Act or upon the expiration of the one-year period beginning on the date of the adoption of this resolution, whichever occurs earlier. | 2021-04-20T12:20:49Z | |
| 110-hres-1534 | 110 | hres | 1534 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7321) to authorize financial assistance to eligible automobile manufacturers, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-12-10 | 2008-12-10 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7321) to authorize financial assistance to eligible automobile manufacturers. | 2022-02-03T05:18:54Z | |
| 110-hres-1533 | 110 | hres | 1533 | Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of Rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-12-09 | 2008-12-10 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 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 (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration or disposition of a measure (relating to financial assistance to eligible automobile manufacturers) on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:18:55Z | |
| 110-sres-723 | 110 | sres | 723 | A resolution to permit the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings. | Congress | 2008-12-08 | 2008-12-08 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10819; text as passed Senate: CR S10819; text of measure as introduced: CR S10816) | Senate | Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] | KY | R | M000355 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes a Senator, officer, or employee of the Senate to: (1) collect from another such individual, within Senate buildings, nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving those in need or members of the Armed Services and their families during the holiday season, if such purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or of federal law; and (2) work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of such donations. | 2017-12-14T22:06:47Z | |
| 110-sres-715 | 110 | sres | 715 | A resolution extending the authority for the Senate National Security Working Group. | Congress | 2008-11-20 | 2008-11-20 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10775; text as passed Senate: CR S10775; text of measure as introduced: CR S10754) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends specified Senate Resolutions to extend the authority for the Senate National Security Working Group from December 31, 2008, until December 31, 2010. | 2017-12-14T22:06:41Z | |
| 110-hres-1529 | 110 | hres | 1529 | Acknowledging the 40th anniversary of the election of Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm, the first African-American woman in Congress. | Congress | 2008-11-19 | 2008-11-19 | Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. | House | Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] | CA | D | L000551 | 51 | Acknowledges the 40th anniversary of the election of Shirley Anita St. Hill Chishom, the first African-American woman in Congress. Recognizes her dedicated work in promoting the rights of all individuals in the United States, particularly in the areas of education, employment, and health care. | 2021-09-29T14:59:36Z | |
| 110-sres-707 | 110 | sres | 707 | An original resolution authorizing the President of the Senate to certify the facts of the failure of Joshua Bolten, as the Custodian of Records at the White House, to appear before the Committee on the Judiciary and produce documents as required by Committee subpoena. | Congress | 2008-11-19 | 2008-11-19 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1125. | Senate | Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] | VT | D | L000174 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the President of the Senate to certify the facts in connection with the failure of Joshua Bolten, as the Custodian of Records at the White House, to appear before the Committee on the Judiciary and produce documents as required by the Committee's subpoena, in order that he may be proceeded against in the manner and form provided by law. | 2022-02-03T05:08:55Z | |
| 110-sres-708 | 110 | sres | 708 | An original resolution authorizing the President of the Senate to certify the facts of the failure of Karl Rove to appear and testify before the Committee on the Judiciary and to produce documents as required by Committee subpoena. | Congress | 2008-11-19 | 2008-11-19 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1126. | Senate | Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] | VT | D | L000174 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the President of the Senate to certify the facts in connection with the failure of Karl Rove, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, to appear and testify before the Committee on the Judiciary and produce documents as required by the Committee's subpoena, in order that he may be proceeded against in the manner and form provided by law. | 2022-02-03T05:08:55Z | |
| 110-sres-706 | 110 | sres | 706 | A resolution to authorize testimony and legal representation in Peter Bergel v. Pacific Gas & Electric. | Congress | 2008-11-17 | 2008-11-17 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10601-10602; text of measure as introduced: CR S10601) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes Denise Racanelli to testify in the case of Peter Bergel v. Pacific Gas & Electric, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. | 2017-12-14T22:06:30Z | |
| 110-hconres-442 | 110 | hconres | 442 | Directing the Secretary of the Senate to correct the enrollment of the bill S. 3001. | Congress | 2008-10-02 | 2008-10-03 | Resolution agreed to in Senate Pursuant to the order of the Senate of October 2, 2008, without amendment by Unanimous Consent. | House | Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4] | MO | D | S000465 | 0 | (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 correct the enrollment of S. 3001 (Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009) by: (1) changing the amount authorized to be appropriated for the Army from $11,045,052,000 to $10,943,840,000; and (2) changing the amount of authorized funds available for the Defense Science and Technology Program from $11,799,660 to $11,799,660,000. | 2020-07-23T15:27:05Z | |
| 110-hres-1524 | 110 | hres | 1524 | Requiring the use of a bipartisan panel of Members in the selection of an individual for appointment as Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2008-10-02 | 2008-10-02 | Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. | House | Rep. Ehlers, Vernon J. [R-MI-3] | MI | R | E000092 | 2 | Requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives, in the event of a vacancy in the position of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the House, to convene a bipartisan panel of members to recommend an individual for appointment to such position. | 2017-12-14T16:25:52Z | |
| 110-hres-1525 | 110 | hres | 1525 | Providing for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 1424) to amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-10-02 | 2008-10-03 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendments to the bill (H.R. 1424) to amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the Public Health Service Act, section 9812 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to require equity in the provision of mental health and substance-related disorder benefits under group health plans, to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment. | 2022-02-03T05:19:03Z | |
| 110-hres-1526 | 110 | hres | 1526 | Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of the rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-10-02 | 2008-12-10 | Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1533, H. Res. 1526 is laid on the table. | House | Rep. Sutton, Betty [D-OH-13] | OH | D | S001174 | 0 | Makes it in order at any time through the legislative day of October 3, 2008, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. Requires the Speaker or her designee to consult with the Minority Leader or his designee on the designation of any matter for consideration pursuant to this resolution. Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration of any resolution reported through such legislative day, on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:19:02Z | |
| 110-sres-702 | 110 | sres | 702 | A resolution commending David J. Tinsley on his service to the United States Senate. | Congress | 2008-10-02 | 2008-10-02 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10504; text as passed Senate: CR S10504; text of measure as introduced: CR S10489) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that the Senate expresses its appreciation to Dave Tinsley and commends him for his lengthy, faithful, and outstanding service. | 2017-12-14T22:06:27Z | |
| 110-sconres-105 | 110 | sconres | 105 | A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to correct the enrollment of H.R. 6063. | Congress | 2008-10-01 | 2008-10-02 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Makes corrections to the enrollment of H.R. 6063 (National Aeronautics and Space Administration Authorization Act of 2008). | 2022-02-03T05:09:47Z | |
| 110-hconres-440 | 110 | hconres | 440 | Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses. | Congress | 2008-09-29 | 2008-10-02 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | Declares that, when the House adjourns on any legislative day from Monday, September 29, 2008, through Friday, October 3, 2008, it stand adjourned until 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2009. Declares that the Senate may recess or adjourn on any day from Thursday, October 2, 2008, through January 3, 2009, but not beyond 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2009. | 2020-07-23T15:27:05Z | |
| 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-hres-1516 | 110 | hres | 1516 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7201) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, and for other purposes and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7202) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-28 | 2008-12-10 | Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1533, H. Res. 1516 is laid on the table. | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7201) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, and for other purposes and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7202) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief. | 2022-02-03T05:19:05Z | |
| 110-hres-1517 | 110 | hres | 1517 | Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3997) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide earnings assistance and tax relief to members of the uniformed services, volunteer firefighters, and Peace Corps volunteers, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-28 | 2008-09-29 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3997) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide earnings assistance and tax relief to members of the uniformed services, volunteer firefighters, and Peace Corps volunteers. | 2022-02-03T05:19:04Z | |
| 110-hres-1513 | 110 | hres | 1513 | Providing for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Eleventh Congress. | Congress | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-14] | IL | D | F000454 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for the printing of a revised edition of the Rules and Manual of the House of Representatives for the 111th Congress to be printed as a House document, including 3,000 additional copies. | 2017-12-14T16:25:47Z | |
| 110-hres-1514 | 110 | hres | 1514 | Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-28 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration of any resolution reported on the legislative day of September 28, 2008, or September 29, 2008, on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:19:07Z | |
| 110-hres-1515 | 110 | hres | 1515 | Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to strengthen the point of order against the consideration of congressional earmarks, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct, 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. Sali, Bill [R-ID-1] | ID | R | S001167 | 3 | Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that: (1) a list of congressional earmarks or limited tax or tariff benefits (and the name of the requesting Member), required for legislation reported by a committee, be certified by the chairman of the relevant committee as the official action of the referring committee on such legislation; and (2) such list or required statement that the proposition contains no such items be printed in the Congressional Record and made publicly accessible on a list via the Internet on the website of the Clerk of the House in a searchable format at least 48 hours before its consideration by the full House. Requires, if legislation is not reported by a committee, the chairman of the conference committee (currently, each committee of initial referral) that reports such measure to the House, to cause such list (and the name of the requesting Member, along with such certification) or disclaimer to be made accessible on the Clerk's website in the same manner. Requires lists of congressional earmarks required by Rule XXI to include for each earmark: (1) the name of its requesting Member; (2) the total amount of new budget authority provided for it; (3) the name of the recipient of such earmark funds; and (4) a brief, accurate description of the purpose or program for which those funds shall be expended. Declares that it is the sense of the House that there is no legislative intent for any federal agency to obligate funds for any congressionally earmarked funds unless they are in full compliance with these rules and included on the required list. Allows a point of order for any inaccuracy in a list of earmarks or limited tax or tariff benefits. Makes it out of order to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, or conference report if any earmark contained in it: (1) does not appear on the required list on the Internet; (2) is sought by any individual, including any entity employing or retaining such individual, who was empl… | 2022-02-03T05:16:47Z | |
| 110-hres-1507 | 110 | hres | 1507 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7110) making supplemental appropriations for job creation and preservation, infrastructure investment, and economic and energy assistance for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7110) making supplemental appropriations for job creation and preservation, infrastructure investment, and economic and energy assistance for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009. | 2022-02-03T05:19:08Z | |
| 110-sres-686 | 110 | sres | 686 | A resolution to authorize the production of records. | Congress | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9866-9867; text as passed Senate: CR S9867; text of measure as introduced: CR S9722) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the Office of Senator Christopher S. Bond to provide to the U.S. Department of Justice records requested for use in legal and investigatory proceedings, except where a privilege should be asserted. | 2017-12-14T22:06:16Z | |
| 110-sres-687 | 110 | sres | 687 | A resolution to authorize testimony and legal representation in People of the State of Michigan v. Sereal Leonard Gravlin. | Congress | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9866-9867; text as passed Senate: CR S9867; text of measure as introduced: CR S9722) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes: (1) Ruth Gallop and any other employee of Senator Stabenow's office from whom testimony may be required to testify in the case of People of the State of Michigan v. Sereal Leonard Gravlin, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Ruth Gallop and any other Senate employee from whom evidence may be required in such case. | 2018-08-07T14:41:43Z | |
| 110-sres-688 | 110 | sres | 688 | A resolution to authorize testimony in United States v. Max Obuszewski, et al. | Congress | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9867; text as passed Senate: CR S9867; text of measure as introduced: CR S9722) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes Justin Beller, an employee in the Office of the Senate Sergeant at Arms, to testify in the case of United States v. Max Obuszewski, et al., except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. | 2017-12-14T22:06:18Z | |
| 110-sres-689 | 110 | sres | 689 | A resolution to authorize the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual. | Congress | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9867; text as passed Senate: CR S9867; text of measure as introduced: CR S9722) | Senate | Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] | CA | D | F000062 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires the Committee on Rules and Administration to: (1) prepare a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual; and (2) print it as a Senate document, including 1,500 additional copies beyond the usual number. | 2017-12-14T22:06:19Z | |
| 110-hres-1500 | 110 | hres | 1500 | Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules. | Congress | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-26 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Makes it in order at any time through the calendar day of September 28, 2008, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules. Requires the Speaker or her designee to consult with the Minority Leader or his designee on the designation of any matter for consideration pursuant to this resolution. | 2022-02-03T05:19:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1501 | 110 | hres | 1501 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7060) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-26 | Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1502, H. Res. 1501 is laid on the table. | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7060) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief. | 2022-02-03T05:19:11Z | |
| 110-hres-1502 | 110 | hres | 1502 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7060) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-26 | On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 215 - 188 (Roll no. 646). (text: CR 9/25/2008 H9938) | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7060) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for energy production and conservation, to extend certain expiring provisions, to provide individual income tax relief. | 2022-02-03T05:19:11Z | |
| 110-hres-1503 | 110 | hres | 1503 | Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-26 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11] | FL | D | C001066 | 0 | Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration or disposition of a measure (making FY2009 supplemental appropriations for job creation and preservation, infrastructure investment, and economic and energy assistance) on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:19:11Z | |
| 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-hres-1490 | 110 | hres | 1490 | Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-25 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration or disposition of a measure (providing incentives for energy production and conservation, extending certain expiring provisions, and providing individual income tax relief) on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:19:14Z | |
| 110-hres-1491 | 110 | hres | 1491 | Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-25 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Cardoza, Dennis A. [D-CA-18] | CA | D | C001050 | 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 September 25, 2008, the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules on specified measures. | 2022-02-03T05:19:13Z | |
| 110-hres-1492 | 110 | hres | 1492 | Providing for agreement by the House of Representatives to the Senate amendment to the bill, H.R. 2095, with an amendment. | Congress | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Oberstar, James L. [D-MN-8] | MN | D | O000006 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 2095 (Federal Railroad Safety Improvement Act of 2007). | 2017-12-14T16:25:33Z | |
| 110-sres-680 | 110 | sres | 680 | A resolution to authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Congress | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9434; text as passed Senate: CR S9434; text of measure as introduced: CR S9424) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 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 Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs to provide to law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies, and other authorized individuals records of the Subcommittee's investigation into how financial institutions have designed, marketed, and implemented transactions intended to enable foreign taxpayers to avoid taxes on U.S. stock dividends. | 2017-12-14T22:06:11Z | |
| 110-sres-681 | 110 | sres | 681 | A resolution to allow the part time, volunteer practice of medicine in private medical facilities. | Congress | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9424) | Senate | Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] | KY | R | M000355 | 2 | Allows a Senator to use the medical facilities of a private entity to provide voluntary medical care to patients, provided that the Senator: (1) is a licensed physician; (2) only practices medicine on a part-time basis outside of regular Senate office hours; (3) believes in good faith that he or she must use such facilities to provide the required level of medical care; (4) does not receive any compensation for providing such care; and (5) does not allow the private facility to use his or her name. | 2019-04-11T15:40:57Z | |
| 110-hres-1488 | 110 | hres | 1488 | Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 2638) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 2638 (Consolidated Security, Disaster Assistance, and Continuing Appropriations Act, 2009). Agrees to the Senate amendment with an amendment printed in the accompanying report of the Committee on Rules. Requires the chairman of the Committee on Appropriations to insert in the daily issue of the Congressional Record dated September 24, 2008, such material as he may deem explanatory of the motion to agree. | 2022-02-03T05:19:15Z | |
| 110-hres-1489 | 110 | hres | 1489 | Waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules. | Congress | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-26 | Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1502, H. Res. 1489 is laid on the table. | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Waives a specified requirement of Rule XIII (Calendar and Committee Reports) to allow consideration or disposition of a measure (providing incentives for energy production and conservation, extending certain expiring provisions, and providing individual income tax relief) on the same day it is presented to the House. | 2022-02-03T05:19:19Z | |
| 110-s-3542 | 110 | s | 3542 | A bill to require full and complete public disclosure of the terms of home mortgages held by Members of Congress. | Congress | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Senate | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] | TX | R | C001056 | 5 | Amends the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to require Members of Congress to include in mandatory annual financial disclosure reports information on the balance of any mortgage secured by a personal residence. | 2017-12-15T00:41:03Z | |
| 110-hres-1476 | 110 | hres | 1476 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5244) to amend the Truth in Lending Act to establish fair and transparent practices relating to the extension of credit under an open end consumer credit plan, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-23 | On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 220 - 194 (Roll no. 620). (text: CR H8590) | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5244) to amend the Truth in Lending Act to establish fair and transparent practices relating to the extension of credit under an open end consumer credit plan. | 2022-02-03T05:19:20Z | |
| 110-s-3533 | 110 | s | 3533 | Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-22 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. | Senate | Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] | NY | D | S000148 | 2 | Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Act of 2008 - Establishes the Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Program for the appointment of individuals who are graduates of accredited law schools to serve as Congressional Clerks in the Senate or House of Representatives.Requires the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and the House Committee on House Administration to each select at least six individuals for a one-year term to serve as employees in their respective chambers.Specifies eligibility criteria for a Congressional Clerk, including that the selected candidate be a graduate of such a law school as of the starting date of his or her clerkship.Requires the committees to ensure that Congressional Clerks selected under this Act are apportioned equally between majority and minority party offices.Entitles each clerk selected to the same compensation as, and comparable benefits to, an individual who holds the position of a judicial clerkship for the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia within three months of graduating from law school. | 2019-04-11T15:40:58Z | |
| 110-sres-677 | 110 | sres | 677 | A resolution to authorize testimony and legal representation in Ramsey, et al. v. Wilson, et al. | Congress | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-22 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9219-9220; text as passed Senate: CR S9220; text of measure as introduced: CR S9216) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes: (1) Anthony Condia, a former employee of the office of Senator George Voinovich, to testify in the case of Ramsey, et al. v. Wilson, et al., and related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Anthony Condia in such case. | 2017-12-14T22:06:08Z | |
| 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-hr-6967 | 110 | hr | 6967 | Debt Repayment Instead of Pork Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5] | WA | R | M001159 | 1 | Debt Repayment Instead of Pork Act of 2008 - Amends the Congressional Budget 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 providing new budget authority for earmarks if the enactment of such measure as reported, the adoption and enactment of that amendment, or the enactment of legislation in the form recommended in that conference report would cause the level of total outlays for earmarks for any fiscal year to exceed the amount of the estimated budget surplus for that fiscal year. Makes it out of order for any fiscal year in which there is no budget surplus to consider any such measure that carries an earmark. Requires the Director of the Congressional Budget Office (CBO), by March 1 of each calendar year, to prepare, and submit to the congressional budget committees, an estimate of the surplus or deficit for the next fiscal year. | 2022-02-03T05:17:48Z | |
| 110-hres-1460 | 110 | hres | 1460 | Raising a question of the privileges of the House. | Congress | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | On motion to table the measure Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 176, 11 Present (Roll no. 609). | House | Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8] | OH | R | B000589 | 0 | Requires the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to establish an Investigative Subcommittee in the matter of Representative Charles B. Rangel or report to the House the reasons for its failure to do so. Removes Representative Rangel as chairman of the Committee on Ways and Means, upon adoption of this resolution and pending completion of such investigation. | 2017-12-14T16:25:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1470 | 110 | hres | 1470 | Recognizing and honoring the achievements and legacy of former Representative John F. Seiberling, and expressing deep condolences to the Seiberling family for their loss. | Congress | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. | House | Rep. Ryan, Tim [D-OH-17] | OH | D | R000577 | 7 | Recognizes and honors the achievements and legacy of former Representative John F. Seiberling from Ohio, particularly his numerous contributions to environmental causes and his unfailing dedication to his constituents. Expresses deep condolences to the Seiberling family for their loss. | 2017-12-14T16:25:20Z | |
| 110-hres-1448 | 110 | hres | 1448 | Authorizing and directing the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House should impeach G. Thomas Porteous, a judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. | Congress | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-17 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-14] | MI | D | C000714 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Committee on the Judiciary to inquire whether the House of Representatives should impeach G. Thomas Porteous, a judge of the United States Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana. | 2022-02-03T05:16:56Z | |
| 110-hres-1449 | 110 | hres | 1449 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6604) to amend the Commodity Exchange Act to bring greater transparency and accountability to commodity markets, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-18 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Sutton, Betty [D-OH-13] | OH | D | S001174 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6604) to amend the Commodity Exchange Act to bring greater transparency and accountability to commodity markets. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1450 | 110 | hres | 1450 | AMERICA Resolution of 2008 | Congress | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-17 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Conaway, K. Michael [R-TX-11] | TX | R | C001062 | 15 | A Modest Effort to Read and Instill the Constitution Again Resolution of 2008 or AMERICA Resolution of 2008 - Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Members of Congress, who swear to uphold the Constitution of the United States and are responsible for writing laws regarding the powers granted to the government and proposing constitutional amendments, should read this important document, including its amendments. Amends Rule XI (Procedures of Committees and Unfinished Business) of the Rules of the House to require: (1) the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to provide a copy of the Constitution to each new Member, Delegate, Resident Commissioner, officer, and employee of the House; and (2) House officers and employees to file a certification with the Committee attesting that such individuals have read the Constitution in its entirety in the previous year. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1452 | 110 | hres | 1452 | Establishing the Select Committee on Financial Bailouts. | Congress | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-17 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Garrett, Scott [R-NJ-5] | NJ | R | G000548 | 47 | Establishes the Select Committee on Financial Bailouts to investigate the extraordinary actions taken by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Secretary of the Treasury in 2008. Requires the Select Committee to report to the House of Representatives on: (1) such extraordinary actions; (2) the role that political activities and influence had in affecting the market conditions that led to such actions; and (3) recommendations for congressional action that would prevent the need for the Secretary and the Board to intervene in the capital markets in the future. | 2022-02-03T05:16:46Z | |
| 110-hres-1441 | 110 | hres | 1441 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3036) to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 regarding environmental education, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-16 | 2008-09-18 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11] | FL | D | C001066 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3036) to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 regarding environmental education. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1433 | 110 | hres | 1433 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6899) to advance the national security interests of the United States by reducing its dependency on oil through renewable and clean, alternative fuel technologies while building a bridge to the future through expanded access to Federal oil and natural gas resources, revising the relationship between the oil and gas industry and the consumers who own those resources and deserve a fair return from the development of publicly owned oil and gas, ending tax subsidies for large oil and gas companies, and facilitating energy efficiencies in the building, housing, and transportation sectors, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-09-15 | 2008-09-16 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6899) to advance the national security interests of the United States by reducing its dependency on oil through renewable and clean, alternative fuel technologies while building a bridge to the future through expanded access to Federal oil and natural gas resources, revising the relationship between the oil and gas industry and the consumers who own those resources and deserve a fair return from the development of publicly owned oil and gas, ending tax subsidies for large oil and gas companies, and facilitating energy efficiencies in the building, housing, and transportation sectors. | 2022-02-03T05:38:18Z | |
| 110-hres-1434 | 110 | hres | 1434 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6842) to require the District of Columbia to revise its laws regarding the use and possession of firearms as necessary to comply with the requirements of the decision of the Supreme Court in the case of District of Columbia v. Heller, in a manner that protects the security interests of the Federal government and the people who work in, reside in, or visit the District of Columbia and does not undermine the efforts of law enforcement, homeland security, and military officials to protect the Nation's capital from crime and terrorism. | Congress | 2008-09-15 | 2008-09-16 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 6842 (National Capital Security and Safety Act). | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1426 | 110 | hres | 1426 | Electing a Member to a certain standing committee of the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2008-09-11 | 2008-09-11 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Emanuel, Rahm [D-IL-5] | IL | D | E000287 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects a named Majority Member to the House Committee on Standards of Official Conduct. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-sres-655 | 110 | sres | 655 | A resolution to improve congressional oversight of the intelligence activities of the United States. | Congress | 2008-09-11 | 2008-09-11 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8416-8417) | Senate | Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO] | MO | R | B000611 | 2 | Replaces provisions establishing in the Senate Appropriations Committee a Subcommittee on Intelligence with new provisions that: (1) give the Subcommittee exclusive jurisdiction over all funding for the National Intelligence Program (NIP); (2) direct the Subcommittee to approve for full Committee consideration an annual appropriations bill for the NIP; and (3) provide Subcommittee membership and staff. | 2019-04-11T15:40:47Z | |
| 110-hres-1419 | 110 | hres | 1419 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3667) to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate a segment of the Missisquoi and Trout Rivers in the State of Vermont for study for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. | Congress | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-10 | On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 223 - 190 (Roll no. 577). (text: CR H7963) | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3667) to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate a segment of the Missisquoi and Trout Rivers in the State of Vermont for study for potential addition to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. | 2022-02-03T05:19:25Z | |
| 110-hr-6840 | 110 | hr | 6840 | For the relief of Arsen Mkrtchyan, Hrach Mkrtchyan, and Elmira Poghosyan. | Congress | 2008-09-08 | 2008-09-08 | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. | House | Rep. Musgrave, Marilyn N. [R-CO-4] | CO | R | M001152 | 0 | Provides for the relief of Arsen Mkrtchyan, Hrach Mkrtchyan, and Elmira Poghosyan. | 2019-11-15T21:37:53Z | |
| 110-hres-1415 | 110 | hres | 1415 | Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones, a Representative of the State of Ohio. | Congress | 2008-09-08 | 2008-09-08 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9] | OH | D | K000009 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones, a former Representative from Ohio. Declares that when the House adjourns on September 8, 2008, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Representative Tubbs Jones. | 2023-01-11T13:15:51Z | |
| 110-hres-1396 | 110 | hres | 1396 | Raising a question of the privileges of the House. | Congress | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | On motion to table the measure Agreed to by recorded vote: 254 - 138, 34 Present (Roll no. 546). | House | Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8] | OH | R | B000589 | 0 | Declares that: (1) the Member from NewYork, Mr. Rangel, by the conduct giving rise to this resolution, has dishonored himself and brought discredit to the House and merits its censure; and (2) such Member is censured. | 2017-12-14T16:24:32Z | |
| 110-hres-1399 | 110 | hres | 1399 | Providing for proceedings during the period from August 1, 2008, through September 4, 2008. | Congress | 2008-07-31 | 2008-09-10 | Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1419, H. Res. 1399 is laid on the table. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides that, when the House adjourns pursuant to this resolution on any legislative day between August 1 and September 4, 2008, it shall stand adjourned until 11 a.m. on the third constitutional day thereafter. Authorizes the Speaker to appoint Members to perform the duties (Speaker pro tempore) of the Chair during such period. Authorizes the Speaker, on each such day, to dispense with legislative business. Considers the Journal of the proceedings of the previous day as approved. Provides that, unless the Speaker determines otherwise, after the third daily order of business under Rule XIV (Order and Priority of Business) and any proceedings that may be sought under Rule XV, the House shall stand adjourned. | 2022-02-03T05:19:31Z | |
| 110-s-3391 | 110 | s | 3391 | United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. | Senate | Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] | CA | D | F000062 | 1 | United States Capitol Police Administrative Technical Corrections Act of 2008 - Makes technical amendments to the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2001 with respect to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the Capitol Police. Requires the CAO to report to and serve at the pleasure of the Chief of the Capitol Police. Repeals the CAO's authority over the personnel of the Capitol Police Office of Administration.Amends the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2003 to authorize the Chief of Police to discipline and suspend Capitol Police employees with or without pay.Establishes a General Counsel to the Chief of Police and the U.S. Capitol Police.Prohibits lump sum payments to terminated U.S. Capitol Police officers or employees for unused compensatory time. | 2019-04-11T15:40:47Z | |
| 110-sres-642 | 110 | sres | 642 | A resolution to authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | Congress | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7981; text as passed Senate: CR S7981; text of measure as introduced: CR S7977) | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 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 Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, acting jointly, to provide to law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies, and other entities or individuals duly authorized by federal, state, or foreign governments, records of the Subcommittee's investigation into tax haven financial institutions, their formation and administration of offshore entities and accounts for use by U.S. clients, and the impact of those activities on tax compliance in the United States. | 2017-12-14T22:05:40Z | |
| 110-hconres-398 | 110 | hconres | 398 | Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses. | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-31 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | House | Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7] | CA | D | M000725 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that, when the House adjourns on the legislative day of Thursday, July 31, 2008, Friday, August 1, 2008, or Saturday, August 2, 2008, it stand adjourned until 2 p.m. on Monday, September 8, 2008. Declares that, when the Senate recesses or adjourns on any day from Friday, August 1, 2008, through Friday, September 5, 2008, it stand recessed or adjourned until noon on Monday, September 8, 2008. | 2020-07-23T15:27:03Z | |
| 110-hr-6656 | 110 | hr | 6656 | Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-31 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. | House | Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-20] | FL | D | W000797 | 5 | Architect of the Capitol Appointment Act of 2008 - Requires the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) to be appointed jointly by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Majority Leader of the Senate, the Minority Leaders of the House of Representatives and Senate, the chair and ranking Minority Members of the congressional appropriations committees, the chair and ranking Minority Member of the House Committee on House Administration, and the chair and ranking Minority Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration. Establishes a 10-year term for the AOC, as under current law, but permits additional reappointments. Repeals the requirement of the Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 1990 that the AOC be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. | 2021-06-07T20:05:45Z | |
| 110-hres-1388 | 110 | hres | 1388 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1338) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide more effective remedies to victims of discrimination in the payment of wages on the basis of sex, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-31 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] | NY | D | S000480 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1338) to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide more effective remedies to victims of discrimination in the payment of wages on the basis of sex. | 2022-02-03T05:19:33Z | |
| 110-hres-1389 | 110 | hres | 1389 | Providing for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4137) to amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-31 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Matsui, Doris O. [D-CA-5] | CA | D | M001163 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4137) to amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965. | 2022-02-03T05:19:33Z | |
| 110-hres-1391 | 110 | hres | 1391 | Prohibiting the House of Representatives from adjourning until it has approved a bill to establish a comprehensive national energy plan that addresses energy conservation and the expansion of renewable and conventional energy sources. | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-30 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff [R-NE-1] | NE | R | F000449 | 71 | Declares that it shall not be in order in the House of Representatives to consider any resolution providing for adjournment for more than three calendar days during July or August of 2008 until it has approved a bill to establish a comprehensive national energy plan that addresses energy conservation and the expansion of renewable and conventional energy sources. | 2022-02-03T05:16:42Z | |
| 110-sres-635 | 110 | sres | 635 | A resolution making minority party appointments for the 110th Congress. | Congress | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-30 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7798; text as passed Senate: CR S7798; text of measure as introduced: CR S7791) | Senate | Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] | KY | R | M000355 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Makes Minority party appointments to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for the 110th Congress. | 2017-12-14T22:05:31Z | |
| 110-hr-6644 | 110 | hr | 6644 | To amend the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to require Members of Congress to include information on the value of any personal residence and on the balance of any mortgage secured by a personal residence in the annual financial disclosure reports required to be filed under such Act. | Congress | 2008-07-29 | 2008-07-29 | Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. | House | Rep. Moran, Jerry [R-KS-1] | KS | R | M000934 | 0 | Amends the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to require Members of Congress to include in mandatory annual financial disclosure reports information on the balance of any mortgage secured by a personal residence and on the property's value. | 2017-12-14T21:29:20Z | |
| 110-hres-1384 | 110 | hres | 1384 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6599) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-29 | 2008-07-31 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11] | FL | D | C001066 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6599) making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009. | 2022-02-03T05:19:35Z | |
| 110-hr-6608 | 110 | hr | 6608 | House Reservists Pay Adjustment Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-07-24 | 2008-09-12 | Received in the Senate. | House | Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1] | PA | D | B001227 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.) House Reservists Pay Adjustment Act - Requires the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the House of Representatives to pay an eligible House employee, who is also a member of a Reserve component of the Armed Forces, for each active duty month the amount by which the employee's regular compensation from the House would have exceeded (if at all) the total monthly military compensation paid to the employee for the active duty month by the Secretary of Defense. Limits employee eligibility for such adjusted compensation to those employed by the House each day of the 90 days ending on the day on which the employee reports for active duty under an involuntary mobilization order. Requires the CAO to reduce the amount of any payment to such employee for an active duty month by the amount of any pay and allowances received by the individual from any other source as replacement of lost income. Prohibits the CAO from making a required payment under this Act unless the payment, taking into account any reduction, is at least $50. Authorizes appropriations. Amends Rule XXIII (Code of Official Conduct) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to declare that nothing in such Rule may be construed to prohibit the disbursement or receipt of any payment authorized under this Act. Amends the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1955 to declare that nothing in the Act may be construed to prohibit the CAO from paying a gratuity to the widow, widower, or heirs-at-law of a House employee who dies during an active duty month. | 2022-02-03T05:19:27Z | |
| 110-hres-1378 | 110 | hres | 1378 | Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to authorize and direct the Speaker to issue rules permitting the display outside of the offices of Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner in the House office buildings of tributes to members of the Armed Forces killed in United States engagements in Iraq or Afghanistan. | Congress | 2008-07-24 | 2008-07-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] | NC | R | J000255 | 0 | Amends Rule I (The Speaker) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to authorize the Speaker to issue rules permitting the display outside of the offices of Members, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner in the House office buildings of tributes to members of the Armed Forces killed in U.S. engagements in Iraq or Afghanistan. Permits current tributes outside of such offices to remain there until such rules are issued. | 2022-02-03T05:16:42Z | |
| 110-hconres-395 | 110 | hconres | 395 | Authorizing the printing of an additional number of copies of the 23rd edition of the pocket version of the United States Constitution. | Congress | 2008-07-23 | 2008-07-28 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | House | Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1] | PA | D | B001227 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Requires the printing of a specified additional number of copies of the 23rd edition of the pocket version of the United States Constitution for the use of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the Joint Committee on Printing. | 2020-07-23T15:27:03Z | |
| 110-hr-6589 | 110 | hr | 6589 | Charles H.W. Meehan Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act | Congress | 2008-07-23 | 2008-09-27 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 578. | House | Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-16] | CA | D | L000397 | 1 | Charles H.W. Meehan Law Library Improvement and Modernization Act - Authorizes appropriations to the Librarian of Congress, in addition to any other amounts made available, for maintaining and administering the operations of the law library of the Library of Congress, including the cataloguing of its collections. Requires the Law Librarian of Congress, to the extent practicable in using such funds, to catalog and archive nonproprietary material in the collections of the Law Library electronically in a nonproprietary and nondiscriminatory format.Requires the Librarian of Congress, in preparing the annual budget for the Library of Congress, to ensure that all amounts attributable to salaries and expenses of the law library are set forth separately as a separate line item. Directs the Librarian, acting through the Law Librarian of Congress, to establish and operate a program to be known as the Charles H.W. Meehan Law Library Support Program, to provide enhanced or special services and programs for the Law Library and otherwise support the mission of the Law Library. Allows acceptance of donations of private funds, in-kind contributions, and voluntary services in support of the Program.Establishes a separate account in the Treasury for use solely by the Librarian to carry out the Program. Requires an annual report to Congress, the American Bar Association, and the American Association of Law Libraries on Program funding and activities. Authorizes appropriations. | 2022-02-03T05:19:07Z | |
| 110-hres-1367 | 110 | hres | 1367 | Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules. | Congress | 2008-07-23 | 2008-07-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Makes it in order at any time on the legislative day of Thursday, July 24, 2008, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules relating to H.R. 6578 (Consumer Energy Supply Act of 2008). | 2022-02-03T05:19:46Z | |
| 110-hres-1362 | 110 | hres | 1362 | Providing for the consideration of the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 5501) to authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2009 through 2013 to provide assistance to foreign countries to combat HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-22 | 2008-07-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to H.R. 5501(Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008). | 2022-02-03T05:19:49Z | |
| 110-hres-1363 | 110 | hres | 1363 | Providing for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendments to the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3221) to provide needed housing reform and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-22 | 2008-07-23 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11] | FL | D | C001066 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the Senate amendment to the House amendments to the Senate amendment to the bill (H.R. 3221) to provide needed housing reform. | 2022-02-03T05:19:46Z | |
| 110-hres-1365 | 110 | hres | 1365 | Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that an independent commission is the best vehicle for ensuring that Congressional redistricting conducted by a State is done in a manner that respects the principles of transparency, effective and diverse public participation, and accountability. | Congress | 2008-07-22 | 2008-07-22 | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. | House | Rep. Tanner, John S. [D-TN-8] | TN | D | T000038 | 1 | Declares that an independent redistricting commission is the best vehicle for ensuring that congressional redistricting conducted by a state is done in a manner that respects the principles of transparency, effective and diverse public participation, and accountability, so long as the redistricting is conducted in accordance with a plan developed by such a commission using criteria and procedures that will discourage gerrymandering and promote competition, and to the extent that such criteria and procedures are consistent with the applicable requirements of the Constitution of the United States and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Declares that a state should not be redistricted until after the next apportionment of Representatives, unless a court requires it to conduct such subsequent redistricting to comply with the Constitution or to enforce such Act. | 2019-11-15T21:37:54Z | |
| 110-hres-1354 | 110 | hres | 1354 | Amending the Rules of the House of Reprsentatives to require a vote each year on whether to increase Members' pay. | Congress | 2008-07-17 | 2008-07-17 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. Barrett, J. Gresham [R-SC-3] | SC | R | B001239 | 1 | Amends Rule XXI (Restrictions on Certain Bills) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to declare that during consideration in the Committee of the Whole of a bill making appropriations for the Department of the Treasury for any fiscal year, before consideration of any other amendment, it shall be in order to consider an amendment only proposing to bar the automatic annual cost-of-living pay adjustment of Members of Congress that would otherwise take effect in such fiscal year. Declares that, during consideration of legislation between the two chambers making or continuing appropriations to the end of a fiscal year that includes appropriations for such Department for that fiscal year, it shall not be in order to consider such measure unless: (1) it includes a provision to bar such pay adjustment; or (2) the rule providing for its consideration allows a vote proposing such bar. | 2022-02-03T05:16:21Z | |
| 110-hres-1350 | 110 | hres | 1350 | Providing for consideration of motions to suspend the rules. | Congress | 2008-07-16 | 2008-07-17 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Makes it in order at any time on July 17, 2008, for the Speaker of the House of Representatives to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules relating to a measure concerning the domestic production of oil and natural gas. | 2022-02-03T05:19:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1341 | 110 | hres | 1341 | Tom Lantos Block Burmese JADE (Junta's Anti-Democratic Efforts) Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-07-15 | 2008-07-15 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 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 Senate amendments to H.R. 3890 (Burma Democracy Promotion Act of 2007) with amendments. | 2017-12-14T16:23:59Z | |
| 110-hres-1342 | 110 | hres | 1342 | Electing certain Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2008-07-15 | 2008-07-15 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Emanuel, Rahm [D-IL-5] | IL | D | E000287 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects named Majority Members to the House Committees on Oversight and Government Reform; Science and Technology; and Transportation and Infrastructure. | 2022-02-03T05:13:47Z | |
| 110-hres-1343 | 110 | hres | 1343 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5959) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2009 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-15 | 2008-07-16 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5959) to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2009 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System. | 2022-02-03T05:19:51Z | |
| 110-hres-1344 | 110 | hres | 1344 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3999) to amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of Federal-aid highway bridges, to strengthen bridge inspection standards and processes, to increase investment in the reconstruction of structurally deficient bridges on the National Highway System, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-15 | 2008-07-23 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Arcuri, Michael A. [D-NY-24] | NY | D | A000363 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3999) to amend title 23, United States Code, to improve the safety of Federal-aid highway bridges, to strengthen bridge inspection standards and processes, to increase investment in the reconstruction of structurally deficient bridges on the National Highway System. | 2022-02-03T05:19:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1339 | 110 | hres | 1339 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 415) to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Taunton River in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. | Congress | 2008-07-14 | 2008-07-16 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 415) to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Taunton River in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. | 2022-02-03T05:19:51Z | |
| 110-hr-6474 | 110 | hr | 6474 | To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to carry out a series of demonstration projects to promote the use of innovative technologies in reducing energy consumption and promoting energy efficiency and cost savings in the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2008-07-10 | 2008-09-25 | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 575. | House | Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-16] | CA | D | L000397 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)Authorizes the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of the House of Representatives to carry out a series of demonstration projects to promote the use of innovative technologies in reducing energy consumption and promoting energy efficiency and cost savings in the House of Representatives.Authorizes the CAO to enter into contracts with entities that have developed new methods of using energy more efficiently, generating electric power in a more sustainable manner, or improving the efficiency and lowering the costs of existing renewable power systems, consistent with regulations promulgated by the Committee on House Administration for CAO contracts.Requires the CAO, upon completion of each project, to report to the Committees on House Administration and Appropriations, including the CAO's analysis of the extent to which the project reduced energy consumption and promoted energy efficiency and cost savings.Authorizes appropriations. | 2022-02-03T05:19:08Z | |
| 110-hr-6475 | 110 | hr | 6475 | Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-07-10 | 2008-09-12 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. | House | Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-16] | CA | D | L000397 | 3 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House reported version is repeated here.) Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Act of 2008 - Establishes the Daniel Webster Congressional Clerkship Program for the appointment of individuals who are graduates of accredited law schools to serve as Congressional Clerks in the Senate or House of Representatives. Requires the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration and the House Committee on House Administration to each select at least six individuals for a one-year term to serve as employees in their respective chambers. Specifies eligibility criteria for a Congressional Clerk, including that the selected candidate be a graduate of such a law school as of the starting date of his or her clerkship. Requires the committees to ensure that Congressional Clerks selected under this Act are apportioned equally between majority and minority party offices. Entitles each clerk selected to the same compensation as, and comparable benefits to, an individual who holds the position of a judicial clerkship for the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia within three months of graduating from law school. Authorizes appropriations. | 2022-02-03T05:19:27Z | |
| 110-hres-1331 | 110 | hres | 1331 | Second Amendment Enforcement Act | Congress | 2008-07-10 | 2008-07-24 | Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Souder. Petition No: 110-14. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/110/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis14.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.) | House | Rep. Souder, Mark E. [R-IN-3] | IN | R | S001143 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of H.R. 1399 (Second Amendment Enforcement Act). | 2022-02-03T05:16:47Z | |
| 110-hres-1317 | 110 | hres | 1317 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1286) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail. | Congress | 2008-07-08 | 2008-07-10 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Cardoza, Dennis A. [D-CA-18] | CA | D | C001050 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1286) to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail. | 2022-02-03T05:19:57Z | |
| 110-hres-1318 | 110 | hres | 1318 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5811) to amend title 44, United States Code, to require preservation of certain electronic records by Federal agencies, to require a certification and reports relating to Presidential records, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-07-08 | 2008-07-09 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5811) to amend title 44, United States Code, to require preservation of certain electronic records by Federal agencies, to require a certification and reports relating to Presidential records. | 2022-02-03T05:19:55Z | |
| 110-hr-6388 | 110 | hr | 6388 | Government Accountability Office Improvement Act of 2008 | Congress | 2008-06-26 | 2008-07-30 | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. | House | Rep. Waxman, Henry A. [D-CA-30] | CA | D | W000215 | 18 | Government Accountability Office Improvement Act of 2008 - Authorizes the Comptroller General to: (1) obtain federal agency records required to discharge his or her duties, including through bringing civil actions under this Act; (2) interview agency officers and employees to get information about agency duties, powers, activities, organization, and financial transactions; and (3) administer oaths to witnesses (currently, the Comptroller General may administer oaths to witnesses when auditing and settling accounts).Requires the Comptroller General to prescribe such policies and procedures as are necessary to protect from public disclosure proprietary or trade secret information obtained under this Act.Declares that no provision of the Social Security Act, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, or the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 shall be construed to limit, amend, or supersede the authority of the Comptroller General to obtain information, inspect records, or interview specified agency officers or employees, including with respect to: (1) information disclosed to or obtained by the Secretary of Health and Human Services under the Social Security Act; (2) information concerning any method or process protected as a trade secret; and (3) information disclosed to the Assistant Attorney General of the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice (DOJ) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for purposes of pre-merger review under the Clayton Act. Declares that this Act shall not be construed to: (1) alter or amend the prohibitions against the disclosure of trade secret or other sensitive information; and (2) affect the applicability of requirements governing the availability of agency information to information obtained.Requires the Comptroller General to: (1) report annually on the cooperation of agencies subject to the Chief Financial Officers Act of 1990 and other agencies designated by the Comptroller General in making personnel available for interviews, providing written answers to que… | 2022-02-03T05:19:45Z | |
| 110-hr-6396 | 110 | hr | 6396 | Congress 2012 Commission Act | Congress | 2008-06-26 | 2008-06-26 | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Congress 2012 Commission Act - Establishes the Congress 2012 Commission to make proposals to the President and Congress regarding changes in the size of the membership of, and the method of electing Representatives to, the House of Representatives. | 2019-11-15T21:37:55Z | |
| 110-hr-6417 | 110 | hr | 6417 | To prevent Members of Congress from receiving the automatic pay adjustment scheduled to take effect in 2009. | Congress | 2008-06-26 | 2008-06-26 | Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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. Barrett, J. Gresham [R-SC-3] | SC | R | B001239 | 0 | Provides that no automatic pay adjustment shall be considered to have taken effect in FY2009 in the rates of basic pay for Members of Congress under the statutory pay system (thus eliminating the pay adjustment for Members for such fiscal year). Expresses the sense of Congress that any savings resulting from the enactment of this Act should be dedicated to reducing the federal budget deficit. | 2021-06-07T20:04:55Z | |
| 110-hres-1304 | 110 | hres | 1304 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6052) to promote increased public transportation use, to promote increased use of alternative fuels in providing public transportation, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-06-25 | 2008-06-26 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-11] | FL | D | C001066 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6052) to promote increased public transportation use, to promote increased use of alternative fuels in providing public transportation. | 2022-02-03T05:19:59Z | |
| 110-hconres-379 | 110 | hconres | 379 | Providing for an adjournment or recess of the two Houses. | Congress | 2008-06-24 | 2008-06-27 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | House | Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7] | CA | D | M000725 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that, when the House adjourns on the legislative day of Thursday, June 26, 2008, or Friday, June 27, 2008, it stand adjourned until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2008. Declares that, when the Senate recesses or adjourns on any day from Thursday, June 26, 2008, through Friday, July 4, 2008, it stand recessed or adjourned until noon on Monday, July 7, 2008. | 2020-07-23T15:27:02Z | |
| 110-hres-1297 | 110 | hres | 1297 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6275) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide individuals temporary relief from the alternative minimum tax, and for other purposes. | Congress | 2008-06-24 | 2008-06-25 | On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 224 - 193 (Roll no. 452). (text: CR H6022) | House | Rep. Welch, Peter [D-VT-At Large] | VT | D | W000800 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 6275) to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide individuals temporary relief from the alternative minimum tax. | 2022-02-03T05:20:00Z | |
| 110-hres-1298 | 110 | hres | 1298 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2176) to provide for and approve the settlement of certain land claims of the Bay Mills Indian Community. | Congress | 2008-06-24 | 2008-06-25 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2176) to provide for and approve the settlement of certain land claims of the Bay Mills Indian Community. | 2022-02-03T05:20:00Z | |
| 110-hres-1299 | 110 | hres | 1299 | Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3195) to restore the intent and protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. | Congress | 2008-06-24 | 2008-06-25 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Sutton, Betty [D-OH-13] | OH | D | S001174 | 0 | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3195) to restore the intent and protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. | 2022-02-03T05:20:00Z |
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