Congress This Week Jun 26, 2009
By dipinion on Jun 27, 2009 in Congress, Constitution, Economy, Freedom, Government, Health, Liberty, Military, Obama, Politics, Spending, Treasury, democrats, education, immigration, republican
We have to pay attention to what is going on because some of this is serious to all Americans. Not only in their content but in the costs and the tax amounts you could be on the hook for if it passes.
This congress has really pushed through many things on Obama’s agenda and it is very alarming what has happened without their knowledge. Then there are the things that have been slammed through Congress without even reading the bills, and signed by the President again without reading the bill, because he is jetting off somewhere campaigning or apologizing for the USA, which in my opinion should be Illegal and Unconstitutional. Does this protect you and your rights?
Reason I say Unconstitutional. They, being the House of Representatives, The Senate and the President are all responsibile to protect the Constitution and the People they serve.
It is not a tool to gain more power or steal our money for their whims. I also am learning some things that some of the things that they pass, they don’t have to live under, which I’d like to learn more about that, because that is Unconstitutional. That is also illegal in so many ways having to do with personal gain, extortion, corruption, because the lobbying or organizations who are writing these bills have their agenda to take our rights from us the people of the United States. This is wrong.
So we watch to make sure since our media is not doing their job, by reporting the news and watching out for illegal doings in our Government, and causing investigation or debates to allow the people to be protected. Since we have none of those checks in place, WE THE PEOPLE, have to watch for ourselves or we will lose our freedoms, liberties and civil rights.
I find that this Congress there are so many in it that need to be unelected or removed from office. I find that they care not what the people want, they care not what is for the greater good, and are not listening to the people. This is a corrupt government in this day and I hope to see it turned around soon if and including the President who appears at every turn to be destroying this great country with his meddling and takeovers of private businesses. Of pushing an agenda that should be trashed, because it is making things worse. It is not getting any better.
Read on, pick and area get well versed in it and if it is just, then encourage it, if it is going to cost too much raise cain and pass it along to everyone so that they get a voice. It takes all of us to make the changes that people want. This government doesn’t seem to understand what the people want. So we must take it in our own hands, pay attention and speak up and out. The Quiet Conservative no more. I have a voice and I will use it to protect myself, my family, my children, my grandchildren and future generations and so on. That we must as Citizens of this great Country must ALL do the same. Please do not be afraid, and please do not let it get you down, you keep pushing forward and get this done, we might lose some temporarilly you know that old saying you might lose the battle but you will win the war.
This week in Congress Jun 26, 2009
Upcoming Events
Jul 7, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Intelligence (Select) To receive a closed briefing on certain intelligence matters from officials of the intelligence community. — Jul 7, 2009 at 02:30 pm
Jul 8, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Intelligence (Select)
Closed business meeting to markup fiscal year 2010 Intelligence Authorization Bill. — Jul 8, 2009 at 02:30 pm
Jul 9, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Energy and Natural Resources Hearings to examine the nominations of Wilma A. Lewis, of the Virgin Islands, to be an Assistant Secretary, and Robert V. Abbey, of Nevada, to be Director of the Bureau of Land Management, both of the Department of the Interior; and Richard G. Newell, of North Carolina, to be Administrator of the Energy Information Administration, Department of the Energy. — Jul 9, 2009 at 02:00 pm
Jul 14, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Veterans’ Affairs Hearings to examine bridging the gap in care of women veterans. — Jul 14, 2009 at 09:30 am
Jul 14, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Energy and Natural Resources Hearings to examine S.796, to modify the requirements applicable to locatable minerals on public domain land. — Jul 14, 2009 at 10:00 am S. 796: Hardrock Mining and Reclamation Act of 2009
Jul 29, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Veterans’ Affairs Hearings to examine veteran’s disability compensation. — Jul 29, 2009 at 09:30 am
Jul 29, 2009 – Committee Hearing Senate Veterans’ Affairs Hearings to examine the nominations of Raymond M. Jefferson, of Hawaii, to be Assistant Secretary of Labor for Veterans’ Employment and Training, and Joan M. Evans, of Oregon, to be an Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs for Congressional and Legislative Affairs. — Jul 29, 2009 at 09:30 am
Recent Events
I am going to mark the section on this particular bill because several parts seems to be related to this bill but opening up them leads you to the 1093 page bill.. Where is the 1300 pg one?
Found it: H.R. 2998 http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=111_cong_bills&docid=f:h2998ih.txt.pdf
Jun 26, 2009
Passed House – H.R. 2454 American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 To create clean energy jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce global warming pollution and transition to a clean energy economy. Sen. Henry Waxman (D-CA30) and Rep. Edward Markey (D-MA7)
http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-bin/getdoc.cgi?dbname=111_cong_bills&docid=f:h2454rh.txt.pdf
This one only has 1092 pages where are the other 300 pages?
http://www.govtrack.us/users/events.xpd?monitors=bill:h111-2454
I am adding this because it isn’t clear where the rest of this bill is:
Jun 26, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed House 219-212, 3 not voting with 82% of Democrats supporting, 96% of Republicans opposing.
Jun 26, 2009 – Bill Action
Amendment actions:
H.Amdt. 287 (Vote): On agreeing to the Forbes amendment (A002) Failed by recorded vote: 172 – 256 (Roll no. 476).
Jun 26, 2009 – Bill Action
Amendment actions:
H.Amdt. 287 (Offered): Amendment (A002) in the nature of a substitute offered by Mr. Forbes. An amendment printed in part B of House Report 111-185 to strike everything and insert the text of H.R. 513, the “New Manhattan Project for Energy Independence.”.
Jun 26, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 2454, AMERICAN CLEAN ENERGY AND SECURITY ACT OF 2009 — (House of Representatives – June 26, 2009)<p><center><pre>[Page: H7451]“
Jun 26, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “…2014. This adjustment responds to House consideration of the bill H.R. 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009. A corresponding table is attached.”
Jun 26, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 2454, AMERICAN CLEAN ENERGY AND SECURITY ACT OF 2009 — (House of Representatives – June 26, 2009)<p><center><pre>[Page: H7462]“
Jun 26, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “Madam Speaker, pursuant to H. Res. 587, I call up the bill (H.R. 2454) to create clean-energy jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce global warming pollution and transition to a clean-energy economy, and ask for…”
Jun 25, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “This bill, H.R. 2454, is a $646 billion tax that will hit every American family, small business and family farm. Speaker Pelosi’s answer to the country’s worst…”
Jun 23, 2009 – House Debate
Excerpt: “From its very beginning in the House Energy and Commerce Committee, H.R. 2454, the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, has been forced upon Members of Congress with little time to consider the significant and…”
Now for the rest of what went on this week.
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
A new video was posted on the Member’s official YouTube channel.
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed House 238-184, 11 not voting with 95% of Democrats supporting, 100% of Republicans opposing. Roll Call
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Passed 238-184, 11 not voting. 95% of Democrats supporting, 100% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.Res. 578: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2996) making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Passed 241-182, 10 not voting. 96% of Democrats supporting, 100% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.Res. 578: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2996) making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Passed 245-174, 14 not voting. 98% of Democrats supporting, 100% of Republicans opposing.
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Vote
Motion Agreed to 65-31, 3 not voting. 92% of Democrats supporting, 70% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2918: Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
A new video was posted on the Member’s official YouTube channel.
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Vote
Nomination Confirmed 62-35, 2 not voting. 100% of Democrats supporting, 88% of Republicans opposing.
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
On Passage – House – H.R. 2647 Department of Defense Authorization, FY 2010 Passed 389-22, 22 not voting. Bipartisan support. Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed House: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 Passed House 389-22, 22 not voting with Bipartisan support. Roll Call
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Failed 170-244, 19 not voting. 90% of Republicans supporting, 95% of Democrats opposing. (This motion sends a bill back to committee with instructions on how to proceed.)
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Agreed to 416-0, 23 not voting. Bipartisan support.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Agreed to 224-193, 22 not voting. 87% of Democrats supporting, 95% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Failed 186-226, 27 not voting. 98% of Republicans supporting, 93% of Democrats opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Failed 171-244, 24 not voting. 92% of Republicans supporting, 96% of Democrats opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Agreed to 224-190, 25 not voting. 89% of Democrats supporting, 97% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – House Vote
Failed 138-278, 23 not voting. 53% of Democrats supporting, 96% of Republicans opposing.
Go to Bill Status: H.R. 2647: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010
Jun 25, 2009 – Video
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government, to mark up appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for Financial Services and General Government — Jun 25, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Science and Technology Subcommittee on Technology and Innovation, hearing on Assessing Cybersecurity Activities at NIST and DHS — Jun 25, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health, hearing on Somalia: Prospects for Lasting Peace and a Unified Response to Extremism and Terrorism — Jun 25, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, hearing on Trade Advisory Committee System — Jun 25, 2009 at 1:30 p.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
Statements on Introduced Bills and Joint Resolutions: Introducing S. 1373. A bill to provide for Federal agencies to develop public access policies relating to research conducted by employees of that agency; or from funds administered by that agency to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Sen. Cornyn [R-TX]: “[Introducing S. 1373] Mr. President, I rise to introduce the Federal Research Public Access Act. I am very pleased to be joined again by my good friend and colleague, Senator JOE LIEBERMAN, who has remained dedicated to seeing this important legislation passed. This bipartisan bill is the same legislation we introduced in the 109th Congress….”
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
LEGISLATIVE BRANCH APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2010–Continued: OSHA VIOLATIONS Sen. Sessions [R-AL]: “Madam President, the nomination of a new Justice to the Supreme Court has somewhat unexpectedly brought to our mind a core question both for the Senate and the American people, and that is: What, if any, is the appropriate role for foreign law to play in the interpretation of our Constitution–meaning, should judges look at what other countries …”
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
Morning Business Sen. Alexander [R-TN]: “I thank the Chair. We agree on that. We think competition is what helps keep prices low. The President says you need a government-run program for competition. But that is like putting an elephant, the government, in a room with a lot of mice and saying: All right, fellows, compete. After a while, there would not be any mice left. Your only…”
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
Global Climate Change Sen. Cornyn [R-TX]: “We yield back the remainder of our time. I ask for the yeas and nays.”
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
Health Care Reform Sen. McConnell [R-KY]: “Madam President, Americans are insisting that Members of Congress work together on reforms which make health care more affordable and accessible but which don’t force people off their current plans or add to an already staggering national debt. Yet the Democratic plan now being rushed through the Senate would do just the opposite. It would…”
Jun 25, 2009 – Senate Debate
Health Care Reform Sen. Reid [D-NV]: “Madam President, one-sixth of every dollar that is spent in America goes to health care today. If we do nothing with health care, by the year 2020 it will be 35 percent. Think about that. That is just 11 years from now. So it is obvious that crushing health care costs leave many families uninsured and underinsured and drive far too many into…”
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Transportation and Infrastructure Full Committee, hearing on Recovery Act: 120-Day Progress Report for Transportation Programs — Jun 25, 2009 at 11 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law, hearing on Accountability, Transparency, and Uniformity in Corporate Deferred and Non-Prosecution Agreements — Jun 25, 2009 at 11 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations and the Subcommittee on Select Revenue Measures, joint hearing on Highway and Transit Investment Needs — Jun 25, 2009 at 10:30 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed House by voice vote.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Natural Resources Full Committee, hearing on H.R. 2708, Indian Health Care Improvement Act Amendments of 2009 — Jun 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. H.R. 2708: Indian Health Care Improvement Act Amendments of 2009
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia, The Pacific and the Global Environment, hearing on Japan’s Changing Role — Jun 25, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Science and Technology Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight, hearing on The Science of Security: Lessons Learned in Developing, Testing and Operating Advanced Radiation Monitors — Jun 25, 2009 at 10 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia, hearing on A Regional Overview of South Asia — Jun 25, 2009 at 9:30 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Committee Hearing
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies, to mark up appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for Energy and Water Development — Jun 25, 2009 at 9 a.m.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Rep. John Lewis [D-GA5] introduced H.R. 3035: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income amounts received on account of claims based on certain unlawful discrimination and to allow income averaging for backpay and frontpay awards received on account of such claims, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3036: To direct the Secretary of Defense to determine and disclose the costs incurred in taking a Member, officer, or employee of Congress on a trip outside the United States so that such… Rep. Walter Jones [R-NC3] introduced H.R. 3036: To direct the Secretary of Defense to determine and disclose the costs incurred in taking a Member, officer, or employee of Congress on a trip outside the United States so that such costs may be included in any report the Member, officer, or employee is required to file with respect to the trip under applicable law or rules of the House of Representatives or Senate.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3037: To require the Secretary of Education to establish a pilot program to award grants to State and local educational agencies to develop financial literacy programs in elementary and… Rep. Emanuel Cleaver [D-MO5] introduced H.R. 3037: To require the Secretary of Education to establish a pilot program to award grants to State and local educational agencies to develop financial literacy programs in elementary and secondary schools, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3038: To amend the Civil Rights Act of 1991 with respect to the application of such Act. Rep. James McDermott [D-WA7] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Rep. James McDermott [D-WA7] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3040: To prevent mail, telemarketing, and Internet fraud targeting seniors in the United States, to promote efforts to increase public awareness of the enormous impact that mail,… Rep. Tammy Baldwin [D-WI2] introduced H.R. 3040: To prevent mail, telemarketing, and Internet fraud targeting seniors in the United States, to promote efforts to increase public awareness of the enormous impact that mail, telemarketing, and Internet fraud have on seniors, to educate the public, seniors, their families, and their caregivers about how to identify and combat fraudulent activity, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3041: To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act to provide for the calculation of the minimum wage based on the Federal poverty threshold for a family of 2, as determined by the Census Bureau. Rep. Al Green [D-TX9] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3042: To amend the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act to minimize the adverse effects of employment dislocation, and for other purposes. Rep. George Miller [D-CA7] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S.Con.Res. 32: A bill expressing the sense of Congress on health care reform legislation. Sen. Robert Menéndez [D-NJ] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3047: To improve the lives of working families by providing family and medical need assistance, child care assistance, in-school and afterschool assistance, family care assistance, and… Rep. Lynn Woolsey [D-CA6] introduced H.R. 3047: To improve the lives of working families by providing family and medical need assistance, child care assistance, in-school and afterschool assistance, family care assistance, and encouraging the establishment of family-friendly workplaces.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3048: To amend the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 to remove the ineligibility of individuals who participate in a strike. Rep. Joe Baca [D-CA43] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3049: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the application of the tonnage tax on vessels operating in the dual United States domestic and foreign trades, and for other purposes. Rep. Earl Blumenauer [D-OR3] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3050: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitations on the amount excluded from the gross estate with respect to land subject to a qualified conservation easement. Rep. Earl Blumenauer [D-OR3] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3051: To enhance citizen awareness of insurance information and services by establishing that insurance documents issued to the public must be written clearly, and for other purposes. Rep. Bruce Braley [D-IA1] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3052: To limit liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 for service station dealers with respect to the release or threatened release… Rep. Michael Capuano [D-MA8] introduced H.R. 3052: To limit liability under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980 for service station dealers with respect to the release or threatened release of recycled oil.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3053: To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to repeal the denial to drug felons of eligibility for benefits under the program of temporary… Rep. André Carson [D-IN7] introduced H.R. 3053: To amend the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to repeal the denial to drug felons of eligibility for benefits under the program of temporary assistance for needy families.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3054: To provide for media coverage of Federal court proceedings. Rep. William Delahunt [D-MA10] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3055: To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to continue Medicaid spousal impoverishment protections for spouses of beneficiaries receiving home and community based services under a… Rep. Eliot Engel [D-NY17] introduced H.R. 3055: To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to continue Medicaid spousal impoverishment protections for spouses of beneficiaries receiving home and community based services under a current waiver parallel to protections afforded spouses of nursing home residents.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3056: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to simplify the deduction for use of a portion of a residence as a home office by providing an optional standard home office deduction. Rep. Charles Gonzalez [D-TX20] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3057: To require that household cleaning products and similar products bear a label that contains a complete and accurate list of all the product’s ingredients. Rep. Steve Israel [D-NY2] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3058: To authorize the voluntary purchase of certain properties in Treece, Kansas, endangered by the Cherokee County National Priorities List Site, and for other purposes. Rep. Lynn Jenkins [R-KS2] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3059: To amend title 35, United States Code, to create an exception from infringement of design patents for certain component parts used to repair another article of manufacture. Rep. Zoe Lofgren [D-CA16] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3060: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow certain local tax debts to be collected through the reduction of Federal tax refunds. Rep. James Moran [D-VA8] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3061: To require the Secretary of the Interior to assess the irrigation infrastructure of the Pine River Indian Irrigation Project in the State of Colorado and provide grants to, and enter… Rep. John Salazar [D-CO3] introduced H.R. 3061: To require the Secretary of the Interior to assess the irrigation infrastructure of the Pine River Indian Irrigation Project in the State of Colorado and provide grants to, and enter into cooperative agreements with, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe to assess, repair, rehabilitate, or reconstruct existing infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3062: To extend the temporary suspension of duty on bitolylene diisocyanate (TODI). Rep. Carol Shea-Porter [D-NH1] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Rep. Edward Whitfield [R-KY1] introduced H.R. 3063: To provide for payment to the survivor or surviving family members of compensation otherwise payable to a contractor employee of the Department of Energy who dies after application for compensation under the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3064: For the relief of Benita Veliz-Castillo. Rep. Charles Gonzalez [D-TX20] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Res. 581: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should take all necessary steps to expeditiously deploy a missile defense system in Europe that will help provide… Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen [R-FL18] introduced H.Res. 581: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the President should take all necessary steps to expeditiously deploy a missile defense system in Europe that will help provide such a defense to United States allies in Europe while enhancing United States defenses against missile attacks.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Res. 582: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that children have a right to adequate housing. Rep. Maxine Waters [D-CA35] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Res. 583: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Lester Flatt has made an invaluable contribution to American art as both a songwriter and a performer, leaving an indelible… Rep. Lincoln Davis [D-TN4] introduced H.Res. 583: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Lester Flatt has made an invaluable contribution to American art as both a songwriter and a performer, leaving an indelible legacy in bluegrass music.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Rep. Joe Donnelly [D-IN2] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Res. 585: Supporting the goals and ideals of National HIV Testing Day, and for other purposes. Rep. Barbara Lee [D-CA9] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Res. 586: Recognizing the achievements of America’s high school valedictorians of the graduating class of 2009, promoting the importance of encouraging intellectual growth, and rewarding academic… Rep. Gregory Meeks [D-NY6] introduced H.Res. 586: Recognizing the achievements of America’s high school valedictorians of the graduating class of 2009, promoting the importance of encouraging intellectual growth, and rewarding academic excellence of all American high school students.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Scheduled for Debate: S. 1344: A bill to temporarily protect the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. This bill has been added to a schedule of legislation to be considered for debate, or has been recommended by a committee to be considered.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1348: A bill to recognize the heritage of hunting and provide opportunities for continued hunting on Federal public land. Sen. Saxby Chambliss [R-GA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1349: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to simplify the deduction for use of a portion of a residence as a home office by providing an optional standard home office deduction. Sen. Olympia Snowe [R-ME] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1350: A bill to encourage increased production of natural gas and liquified petroleum gas vehicles and to provide tax incentives for natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas vehicle… Sen. Mark Pryor [D-AR] introduced S. 1350: A bill to encourage increased production of natural gas and liquified petroleum gas vehicles and to provide tax incentives for natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas vehicle infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1351: A bill to allow a State to combine certain funds and enter into a performance agreement with the Secretary of Education to improve the academic achievement of students. Sen. Jim DeMint [R-SC] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1352: A bill to provide for the expansion of Federal efforts concerning the prevention, education, treatment, and research activities related to Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, including the… Sen. Christopher Dodd [D-CT] introduced S. 1352: A bill to provide for the expansion of Federal efforts concerning the prevention, education, treatment, and research activities related to Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, including the establishment of a Tick-Borne Diseases Advisory Committee.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1353: A bill to amend title 1 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1986 to include nonprofit and volunteer ground and air ambulance crew members and first responders for certain… Sen. Patrick Leahy [D-VT] introduced S. 1353: A bill to amend title 1 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1986 to include nonprofit and volunteer ground and air ambulance crew members and first responders for certain benefits.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1354: A bill to elevate the Inspector General of certain Federal entities to an Inspector General appointed pursuant to section 3 of the Inspector General Act of 1978. Sen. Robert Menéndez [D-NJ] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1356: A bill to amend the National Trails System Act to provide for the study of the Western States Trail. Sen. Barbara Boxer [D-CA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed Senate: S. 1358: A bill to authorize the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office to use funds made available under the Trademark Act of 1946 for patent operations in order to avoid… Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1364: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit against tax for hurricane and tornado mitigation expenditures. Sen. Mel Martinez [R-FL] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1366: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow taxpayers to designate a portion of their income tax payment to provide assistance to homeless veterans, and for other purposes. Sen. Barbara Boxer [D-CA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1367: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, in either coin or bar form, in the same manner as equities and mutual funds for purposes… Sen. Michael Crapo [R-ID] introduced S. 1367: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, in either coin or bar form, in the same manner as equities and mutual funds for purposes of the maximum capital gains rate for individuals.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1368: A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to create an exception from infringement of design patents for certain component parts used to repair another article of manufacture. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse [D-RI] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1369: A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Molalla River in the State of Oregon, as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other… Sen. Ron Wyden [D-OR] introduced S. 1369: A bill to amend the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act to designate segments of the Molalla River in the State of Oregon, as components of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1370: A bill to provide enhanced Federal enforcement and assistance in preventing and prosecuting crimes of violence against children. Sen. Barbara Boxer [D-CA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1371: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for clean renewable water supply bonds. Sen. Bill Nelson [D-FL] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1373: A bill to provide for Federal agencies to develop public access policies relating to research conducted by employees of that agency or from funds administered by that agency. Sen. Joseph Lieberman [I-CT] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1374: A bill to amend the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act to minimize the adverse effects of employment dislocation, and for other purposes. Sen. Sherrod Brown [D-OH] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1376: A bill to restore immunization and sibling age exemptions for children adopted by United States citizens under the Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption to allow their admission to the… Sen. Amy Klobuchar [D-MN] introduced S. 1376: A bill to restore immunization and sibling age exemptions for children adopted by United States citizens under the Hague Convention on Intercountry Adoption to allow their admission to the United States.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1377: A bill to provide for an automatic increase in the federal matching rate for the Medicaid program during periods of national economic downturn to help States cope with increases in… Sen. John Rockefeller [D-WV] introduced S. 1377: A bill to provide for an automatic increase in the federal matching rate for the Medicaid program during periods of national economic downturn to help States cope with increases in Medicaid costs.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Sen. Christopher Dodd [D-CT] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3043: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for coverage of substitute adult day care services under the Medicare Program. Rep. Linda Sánchez [D-CA39] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3044: To impose an 18-month moratorium on the Home Valuation Code of Conduct. Rep. Travis Childers [D-MS1] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3045: To reform the housing choice voucher program under section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1937. Rep. Maxine Waters [D-CA35] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.R. 3046: To recognize the heritage of hunting and provide opportunities for continued hunting on Federal public land. Rep. Dennis Rehberg [R-MT] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1387: A bill to enable the Director of National Intelligence to transfer full-time equivalent positions to elements of the intelligence community to replace employees who are temporarily absent… Sen. Ron Wyden [D-OR] introduced S. 1387: A bill to enable the Director of National Intelligence to transfer full-time equivalent positions to elements of the intelligence community to replace employees who are temporarily absent to participate in foreign language training, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1388: A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam,… Sen. Maria Cantwell [D-WA] introduced S. 1388: A bill to provide for equitable compensation to the Spokane Tribe of Indians of the Spokane Reservation for the use of tribal land for the production of hydropower by the Grand Coulee Dam, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1389: A bill to clarify the exemption for certain annuity contracts and insurance policies from Federal regulation under the Securities Act of 1933. Sen. Ben Nelson [D-NE] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1355: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to health care for individuals residing in underserved rural areas and for other purposes. Sen. John Barrasso [R-WY] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1357: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax incentive to individuals teaching in elementary and secondary schools located in rural or high unemployment areas and to… Sen. John Rockefeller [D-WV] introduced S. 1357: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax incentive to individuals teaching in elementary and secondary schools located in rural or high unemployment areas and to individuals who achieve certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1359: A bill to provide United States citizenship for children adopted from outside the United States, and for other purposes. Sen. Mary Landrieu [D-LA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1360: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income amounts received on account of claims based on certain unlawful discrimination and to allow income averaging… Sen. Jeff Bingaman [D-NM] introduced S. 1360: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income amounts received on account of claims based on certain unlawful discrimination and to allow income averaging for backpay and frontpay awards received on account of such claims, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1361: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to enhance the national defense through empowerment of the National Guard, enhancement of the functions of the National Guard Bureau, and… Sen. Patrick Leahy [D-VT] introduced S. 1361: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to enhance the national defense through empowerment of the National Guard, enhancement of the functions of the National Guard Bureau, and improvement of Federal-State military coordination in domestic emergency response, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1362: A bill to provide grants to States to ensure that all students in the middle grades are taught an academically rigorous curriculum with effective supports so that students complete the… Sen. John Reed [D-RI] introduced S. 1362: A bill to provide grants to States to ensure that all students in the middle grades are taught an academically rigorous curriculum with effective supports so that students complete the middle grades prepared for success in high school and postsecondary endeavors, to improve State and district policies and programs relating to the academic achievement of students in the middle grades, to develop and implement effective middle grades models for struggling students, and for other purposes.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1363: A bill to streamline the regulation of nonadmitted insurance and reinsurance, and for other purposes. Sen. Mel Martinez [R-FL] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
At the President’s Desk: S. 407: Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2009 This bill has been passed by the Senate and House and now awaits the signature of the President before becoming law.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: H.Con.Res. 158: Expressing support for the designation of an Early Detection Month for breast cancer and all forms of cancer. Rep. Bob Etheridge [D-NC2] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Sen. Pat Roberts [R-KS] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1378: A bill to modify a land grant patent issued by the Secretary of the Interior. Sen. Carl Levin [D-MI] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1379: A bill to encourage energy efficiency and conservation and development of renewable energy sources for housing, commercial structures, and other buildings, and to create sustainable… Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse [D-RI] introduced S. 1379: A bill to encourage energy efficiency and conservation and development of renewable energy sources for housing, commercial structures, and other buildings, and to create sustainable communities.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1380: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to create a sensible infrastructure for delivery system reform by renaming the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, making the… Sen. John Rockefeller [D-WV] introduced S. 1380: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to create a sensible infrastructure for delivery system reform by renaming the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, making the commission an executive branch agency, and providing the Commission new resources and authority to implement Medicare payment policy.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1381: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide additional tax relief for small businesses, and for other purposes. Sen. Charles Grassley [R-IA] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1383: A bill to amend the Controlled Substances Act to prevent the abuse of dextromethorphan, and for other purposes. Sen. Richard Durbin [D-IL] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1384: A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide a senior housing facility plan option under the Medicare Advantage program. Sen. Benjamin Cardin [D-MD] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1385: A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to improve port safety and security. Sen. Frank Lautenberg [D-NJ] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1386: A bill to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the office of Disability Coordination, and for other purposes. Sen. Roland Burris [D-IL] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed Senate: S.Res. 190: A resolution supporting National Men’s Health Week. Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S. 1365: A bill to amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a permanent background check system. Sen. Charles Schumer [D-NY] introduced this bill.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Passed Senate: S.Res. 199: A resolution recognizing the contributions of the recreational boating community and the boating industry to the continuing prosperity of the United States. Passed Senate by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
This bill has been added to a schedule of legislation to be considered for debate, or has been recommended by a committee to be considered.
Jun 25, 2009 – Bill Action
Introduced: S.Res. 206: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should immediately implement the United States-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement. Sen. Mike Johanns [R-NE] introduced this bill.
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