| HR1030 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses support for National Public Health week, recognizes the efforts of public health professionals in preventing infectious and other diseases and injuries, and encourages strengthening the public health system.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-29
To House Energy And Commerce Committee |
| HJR92 | Intro
Sine Die | This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting the use of slavery or involuntary servitude as a punishment for a crime.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-29
To House Judiciary Committee |
| HR1026 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution states that the (1) consequences of remaining out of school are different for children of varying geographic regions or economic status, and (2) decisions related to opening and operating school districts should be made at the local l...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Education and Labor Committee |
| HR1027 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the harm, trauma, and deaths of black women must be recognized alongside those of black men; the position of black women is unique in this country and therefore deserves specifi...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Judiciary Committee |
| HR1025 | Intro
Sine Die | Expressing support for the designation of June as "National Homeownership Month", honoring the critical importance of increased homeownership to overall affordable housing goals, and acknowledging the necessity of using comprehensive resources within...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Financial Services Committee |
| HR1011 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution celebrates the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Romania; supports Romania's pursuit of democratic, political, social, and economic progress; and reaffirms and supports the U.S.-Romanian relations...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment Committee |
| HCR101 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commends Guyana for holding peaceful, multiparty general and regional elections and supports the current recount of all ballots cast. It also calls on (1) all parties to respect the outcome, and (2) the citizens of Guyana to respect t...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Western Hemisphere, Civilian Security and Trade Committee |
| HR994 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution calls on China to allow exiled Tiananmen demonstrators to return to China; condemns the imposition of national security legislation with respect to Hong Kong, as well as the use of violence and imprisonment as means of repression; urg...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation Committee |
| HR986 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution honors the Polish soldiers and civilians whose lives were lost at the hands of the Soviet People's Commissariat for Internal Affairs (also known as the NKVD) during the Katyn Massacre. The resolution condemns Russia's efforts to sprea...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Europe, Eurasia, Energy and the Environment Committee |
| HR974 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates the Hong Kong national security law proposed by China as a violation of China's international obligations. The resolution calls on the United States to use all diplomatic means available to dissuade China from passing the l...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-26
To House Asia, the Pacific and Nonproliferation Committee |
| HR1023 | Intro
Sine Die | Calling for justice for George Floyd and others, and condemning violence and rioting.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
To House Judiciary Committee |
| HJR91 | Intro
Sine Die | This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment that grants U.S. citizens who are 18 years of age or older a right to vote unless they are serving a sentence for a felony in a correctional facility at the time of an election. (Currently, so...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
To House Judiciary Committee |
| HR1024 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution recognizes the United Nations (U.N.) for its role in maintaining international peace and security, applauds the U.N. for its leadership in responding to global health and humanitarian crises, and urges the President to call on America...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
To House Foreign Affairs Committee |
| HR1017 | Intro
Sine Die | Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.B. 51) to provide for the admission of the State of Washington, D.C. into the Union; providing for consideration of the bill (H.B. 1425) to amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to p...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| SR618 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates June 2020 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2020, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The resolution supports (1) the education of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, their famil...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 06/15/2020 CR S2975-2976) |
| SR596 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates the Hong Kong national security law proposed by China as a violation of China's international obligations. The resolution calls on the United States to use all diplomatic means available to dissuade China from passing the l...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (text: 05/21/2020 CR S2606-2607) |
| SR579 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution recognizes historic U.S. leadership and international achievements to address global health threats, encourages the international community to remain committed to preventing the further spread of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 20...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-25
S.Amdt.1812 Amendment SA 1812 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. |
| HR1022 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of the Stars and Stripes newspaper in the Pacific and congratulates and honors the men and women of Stars and Stripes who have served the U.S. military com...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-24
To House Armed Services Committee |
| SCR40 | Intro
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that undue restrictions on the right of law-abiding gun owners to carry a firearm for self-defense outside of the home violate the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-23
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR636 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of the Stars and Stripes newspaper in the Pacific and the invaluable service of the Stars and Stripes as the "hometown newspaper" for members of the Armed Forc...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-23
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR637 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution celebrates the 35th anniversary of Radio and TV Martí and recognizes the role that broadcasting to Cuba serves in providing outside information to the Cuban people. Further, it honors those at Radio and TV Martí, administered throug...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-23
To Senate Foreign Relations Committee |
| SR621 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates June 15, 2020, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-23
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 06/15/2020 CR S2976-2977) |
| HR1014 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that (1) lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) rights are human rights and protected by the U.S. Constitution; (2) LGBTQ Pride Month should be celebrated; and (3) al...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-22
To House Judiciary Committee |
| SR633 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses support for the goals of International Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Awareness Day.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-22
To Senate Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee |
| SR635 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution recognizes the historic importance of fireworks displays in the United States and the joy the fireworks industry brings to communities and neighborhoods across the country, and it urges cities, towns, counties, and other municipalitie...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-22
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| HR1015 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution recognizes all speedways as essential businesses and calls on local authorities and governors to work with racetrack owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-22
To House Energy And Commerce Committee |
| HR1013 | Intro
Sine Die | Resolving that jurisdictions seeking to dismantle or reduce funding for the jurisdiction's police force should not unduly burden residents who seek to defend themselves.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-22
To House Judiciary Committee |
| SR628 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commemorates the 140th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and Romania. The resolution applauds Romania for its economic and social progress and encourages the United States to advocate f...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
To Senate Foreign Relations Committee |
| HR1009 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses support for freedom of the press and opposes the targeting of journalists. Specifically, the resolution calls on law enforcement to protect freedom of the press and refrain from targeting journalists and media workers; calls...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
To House Judiciary Committee |
| SR631 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution (1) extends condolences to the family and friends of David Dorn, (2) recognizes and honors David Dorn as a hero who lived a life of service to his community and others through the pursuit of justice and the protection of individuals i...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3110-3111; text: CR S3107-3108) |
| SR630 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates June 20, 2020, as American Eagle Day and applauds the issuance of bald eagle commemorative coins to generate funds for the protection of the bald eagle.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3110; text: CR S3107) |
| SR632 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution reaffirms the Senate's commitment to the historic partnership between the United States and Ecuador, and it supports actions to strengthen this bilateral relationship. Further, it recognizes President Moreno and his administration for...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
To Senate Foreign Relations Committee |
| HR1010 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commemorates June 19, 1865, or Juneteenth, as the end of slavery in the United States. It also reaffirms the commitment of Congress to honor Juneteenth by supporting the enactment of policies that ensure fair and secure elections for ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
To House Administration Committee |
| SR623 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses remembrance for the life of Otto Frederick Warmbier on the third anniversary of his death. The resolution condemns North Korea for his death and calls for sanctions against North Korea to remain fully implemented until North...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 6/16/2020 CR S3013) |
| SR616 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates June 12, 2020, as Women Veterans Appreciation Day to recognize the service and sacrifices of women veterans who have served valiantly on behalf of the United States.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-18
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 6/11/2020 CR S2937) |
| SR627 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses support for the rights, freedoms, and equal treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people. The resolution recognizes that LGBTQ rights are human rights and protected by the laws of the United Sta...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-17
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR626 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution condemns bigotry and acts of violence or discrimination against Iranian Americans and others. The resolution, among other things encourages U.S. elected officials to engage Iranian Americans to share their experiences with their commu...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-17
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR624 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the activities of Yevgeniy Prigozhin, his affiliated entities, and the Wagner Group pose a threat to U.S. national security. The resolution calls on the President to work with Congress to develop...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
To Senate Foreign Relations Committee |
| SR542 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II. The resolution recognizes the military units responsible for the liberation of individuals imprisoned at Dachau and calls on the...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3022-3024; text: CR S3023-3024) |
| SR533 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth and self-reliance, sustainable peace and democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution a...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3019-3022; text: CR S3021-3022) |
| SR525 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution calls on Nicaragua to release all political prisoners and cease all acts of repression against dissenting voices, encourages efforts to advance electoral reforms in Nicaragua, and urges Nicaragua to implement measures to limit the spr...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3017-3019; text: CR S3018-3019) |
| SR511 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution commends the work of the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI) to expand access to vaccines and immunizations in developing countries, affirms U.S. support for GAVI, and encourages continued collaboration with GAVI to i...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3016-3017; text: CR S3017) |
| SR502 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution recognizes the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima that began on February 19, 1945, and ended on March 26, 1945, and encourages the people of the United States to honor the veterans of the Bat...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3016; text: 02/13/2020 CR S1079-1080) |
| SR392 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution celebrates the U.S. partnership with young leaders in Southeast Asia and recognizes the importance of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative in advancing U.S. soft power and promoting human rights, democracy, and good governance...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3014-3015; text: CR S3015) |
| HR1006 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution supports the designation of National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Month and National Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day. The resolution supports (1) the education of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, their famil...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
To House Armed Services Committee |
| HR1004 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution supports the designation of Glioblastoma Awareness Day. (Glioblastoma is a malignant brain tumor.)
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
To House Energy And Commerce Committee |
| SR622 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution condemns violence committed against people of the United States exercising their right to free speech and peaceful assembly, including journalists, and reaffirms the Senate's commitment to freedom of the press and peaceful assembly as...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR620 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution designates June 19, 2020, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2979; text: CR S2976) |
| HR1005 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States can achieve a more perfect union through avoidance of government speech (as the state of Texas did in Walker III v. Texas Division, Sons of Confederate Veteran...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
To House Judiciary Committee |
| HR1003 | Intro
Sine Die | This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress supports (1) reducing waste at the Department of Defense (DOD), (2) making cuts to DOD's budget while simultaneously improving support for members of the Armed Forces, ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2020-06-15
To House Armed Services Committee |
