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Latest Action: 09/14/2007 - Signed by President. Bill TextA bill to provide greater transparency in the legislative process. 9/14/2007--Public Law. (There are 3 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on July 31, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Honest Leadership and Open Government Act of 2007 - Title I: Closing the Revolving Door - (Sec. 101) Amends the federal criminal code to extend from one to two years the ban on lobbying contacts by former: (1) very senior executive personnel with any Member, officer, or employee of the entity in which such person served before his or her tenure terminated; and (2) Senators with any Member, officer or employee of either chamber, or employee of any other legislative office.Continues the one-year ban on lobbying contacts by former: (1) Members of the House of Representatives with any Member, officer, or employee of either chamber, or employee of any other legislative office; (2) [...] show full description
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6) Bill TextTo inform the Senate that a quorum of the House has assembled and of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk. 1/4/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Informs the Senate that Nancy Pelosi has been elected Speaker of the House and that Karen L. Haas has been elected Clerk.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H6) Bill TextAuthorizing the Clerk to inform the President of the election of the Speaker and the Clerk. 1/4/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to inform the President that Nancy Pelosi has been elected Speaker of the House and that Karen L. Haas has been elected Clerk.
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Latest Action: 01/09/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Rules. Bill TextAmending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a minority bill of rights to require the House to be administered in a bipartisan manner and to require regular order in the legislative process. 1/9/2007--Introduced. Amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to add Rule XXIX (Bipartisan Administration of the House) to require: (1) the elected leadership of the majority and minority parties to engage in regular consultations with each other to discuss House scheduling, administration, and operations; and (2) the chair and ranking minority member of each committee and their staffs to have regular meetings with each other. Amends Rule X (Organization of Committees) to require that allocation of amounts provided to a committee under a primary or supplemental expense resolution or during an interim funding period be paid at the ranking minority member's direction. Adds Rule XXX (Regular Order for Legislation) to require legislation to come to [...] show full description
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5 text as passed Senate: CR S5 text of measure as introduced: CR S187) Bill TextA resolution to elect Robert C. Byrd, a Senator from the State of West Virginia, to be President pro tempore of the Senate of the United States. 1/4/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Elects Robert C. Byrd, of West Virginia, to be President pro tempore of the Senate.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6 text as passed Senate: CR S6 text of measure as introduced: CR S188) Bill TextA resolution notifying the President of the United States of the election of a President pro tempore. 1/4/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires notification to the President of the election of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd as President of the Senate pro tempore.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6 text as passed Senate: CR S6 text of measure as introduced: CR S188) Bill TextA resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a President pro tempore. 1/4/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requires notification to the House of Representatives of the election of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd as President of the Senate pro tempore.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6 text as passed Senate: CR S6 text of measure as introduced: CR S188) Bill TextA resolution expressing the thanks of the Senate to the Honorable Ted Stevens for his service as President Pro Tempore of the United States Senate and to designate Senator Stevens as President ProTempore Emeritus of the United States Senate. 1/4/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the deepest gratitude of the Senate to Senator Ted Stevens for his dedication and commitment during his service as the President Pro Tempore. Designates Senator Stevens President Pro Tempore Emeritus of the U.S. Senate, as a token of appreciation for his long and faithful service.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H40) Bill TextProviding for the designation of certain minority employees. 1/4/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Names individuals to fill the six minority party employee positions pursuant to the Legislative Pay Act of 1929. Authorizes the minority leader to appoint and set the annual rate of pay for up to three further minority employees.
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Latest Action: 02/27/2007 - Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety and Security. Hearings held. Bill TextA bill providing greater transparency with respect to lobbying activities, and for other purposes. 1/4/2007--Introduced. Lobbying, Ethics, and Earmarks Transparency and Accountability Act of 2007 - Amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (LDA) with respect to lobbying disclosures reports, including electronic filing and mandatory free availability to the public over the Internet. Amends Rule XXXVII (Conflict of Interest) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to impose a one-year lobbying moratorium on departing Member or committee staff. Amends the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act to allow U.S. officers and employees assigned to an Indian tribe, and former U.S. officers and employees employed by Indian tribes, to act as agents or attorneys for, or appear on behalf of, such tribes in connection with any matter pending before any department, agency, court, or commission. Requires public disclosure by Members of Congress of employment [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 04/23/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality. Bill TextExpressing support for Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) to reveal her commonsense plan to lower gasoline prices. 4/23/2008--Introduced. Recommends that within five legislative days the Speaker shall introduce in the form of a bill a commonsense plan to help bring down skyrocketing gasoline and diesel prices.
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Latest Action: 03/12/2008 - Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H1543-1544; text of measure as introduced: CR H1544) Bill TextRaising a question of the privileges of the House. 3/12/2008--Introduced. Declares that the House: (1) denounces any violations of House rules by Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other Members of the Democratic leadership in the strongest terms possible; (2) rejects the practices of holding votes open beyond a reasonable period of time for the sole purpose of circumventing the will of the House; and (3) directs the Speaker to take such steps as necessary to prevent any further abuse. Vacates the votes on ordering the previous question and adoption of House Resolution 1031 (adopting H.Res. 895). Directs the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct to investigate and report to the House on: (1) violations of House rules by the Speaker and such Members; and (2) its findings and recommendations to the House, including a recommendation regarding the appropriate actions for the Speaker's activities. Directs the Select Committee to Investigate the Voting Irregularities [...] show full description
Latest Action: 11/13/2007 - Mr. Bishop (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. Bill TextRecognizing and honoring the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the Sam Rayburn Library and Museum on October 9, 2007, and for other purposes. 11/13/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes and honors the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the Sam Rayburn Library and Museum on October 9, 2007, as well as completion of phase one of the museum restoration program. Recognizes also the many supporters and contributors whose efforts have helped maintain and improve the Library and Museum.
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Latest Action: 08/03/2007 - Considered as privileged matter. (consideration: CR H9695-9696) Bill TextRaising a question of the privileges of the House. 8/3/2007--Introduced. Declares that, by certain actions on August 3, 2007, a specified Member has brought dishonor and discredit to the U.S. House of Representatives by misusing the powers of the chair.
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Latest Action: 06/25/2007 - Committee on Appropriations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Landrieu. With written report No. 110-89. (consideration: CR H8411-8412; text: CR H8411) Bill TextAn original bill making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. 6/25/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008 - Title I: Legislative Branch Appropriations - Makes appropriations to the Senate for FY2008 for: (1) a payment to Susan Thomas, widow of Craig Thomas, a former Senator from Wyoming; (2) expense allowances; (3) representation allowances for the Majority and Minority Leaders; (4) salaries of specified officers, employees, and committees (including the Committee on Appropriations); (5) agency contributions for employee benefits; (6) inquiries and investigations; (7) the U.S. Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control; (8) the Offices of the Secretary [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 06/28/2007 - Committee on Appropriations. Reported by Senator Landrieu without recommendation without amendment. Without written report. Bill TextMaking appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. 6/28/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment. (There are 3 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on June 22, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2008 - Makes appropriations to the House of Representatives for FY2008 for: (1) salaries and/or expenses of the House leadership offices, committees (including the Committee on Appropriations), officers and employees, and the Child Care Center; (2) Members' representational allowances; and (3) the preparation of statements of appropriations. (Sec. 101) Requires deposit in the Treasury of any amounts of a Member's representational allowance for FY2008 remaining after all payments are made, to be used for federal deficit reduction, or, if there is no deficit, for federal [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 12/26/2007 - Signed by President. Bill TextMaking appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and for other purposes. 12/26/2007--Public Law. (There are 3 other summaries) Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008 - Division A: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - Title I: Agricultural Programs - Appropriates FY2008 funds for the following Department of Agriculture (Department) programs and services: (1) Office of the Secretary of Agriculture (Secretary); (2) Office of the Chief Economist; (3) National Appeals Division; (4) Office of Budget and Program Analysis; (5) Homeland Security Staff; (6) Office of the Chief Information Officer; (7) Office of the Chief Financial Officer; (8) Office of the Assistant Secretary for [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 01/09/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Rules. Bill TextAmending the Rules of the House of Representatives to establish a minority bill of rights to require the House to be administered in a bipartisan manner and to require regular order in the legislative process. 1/9/2007--Introduced. Amends the Rules of the House of Representatives to add Rule XXIX (Bipartisan Administration of the House) to require: (1) the elected leadership of the majority and minority parties to engage in regular consultations with each other to discuss House scheduling, administration, and operations; and (2) the chair and ranking minority member of each committee and their staffs to have regular meetings with each other. Amends Rule X (Organization of Committees) to require that allocation of amounts provided to a committee under a primary or supplemental expense resolution or during an interim funding period be paid at the ranking minority member's direction. Adds Rule XXX (Regular Order for Legislation) to require legislation to come to [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 01/09/2007 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Bill TextA bill to provide greater transparency in the legislative process. 1/9/2007--Introduced. Lobbying and Ethics Reform Act of 2007 - Revises the Standing Rules of the Senate or prescribes requirements with respect to: (1) conference reports; (2) elimination of certain floor privileges and other benefits and privileges for former Members, Senate officers, and Speakers of the House who are lobbyists or seek financial gain; (3) a ban on gifts from lobbyists; (4) travel restrictions and disclosure; (5) post-employment restrictions; (6) public disclosure by Members of employment negotiations; (7) conflicts of interest with respect to a Member's spouse or immediate family members; (8) a Member's use of influence on certain hiring decisions; and (9) notices of intent to object to proceeding to a measure or matter. Amends the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (LDA) and the Foreign Agents Registration Act with respect to various specified disclosures by registered lobbyists [...] show full description
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