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Latest Action: 02/16/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextHonoring the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy for 175 years of ministry, service, and efforts toward helping individuals, especially women and children, overcome challenges that keep them from living full and dignified lives. 2/16/2007--Introduced. Honors the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy on its 175 years of service. Commends the Sisters of Mercy for their devotion to assisting communities in need through sponsorship of educational, social, and spiritual programs in the United States and throughout the world.
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Latest Action: 02/08/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Bill TextRecognizing the public service of Archbishop Patrick Flores. 2/8/2007--Introduced. Recognizes Archbishop Patrick Flores for: (1) his leadership in improving the opportunities of Hispanics in the United States; (2) his 34 years serving the diverse and growing needs of the Archdiocese of San Antonio as bishop; and (3) a life of public service in the areas of civil rights, health, and education.
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Latest Action: 01/23/2007 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H859-860) Bill TextHonoring the contributions of Catholic schools. 1/23/2007--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.) Expresses support for the goals of Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and established to recognize the vital contributions of America's thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools.
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Latest Action: 01/31/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1467 text as passed Senate: CR S1467 text of measure as introduced: CR S1463) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the goals of Catholic Schools Week and honoring the valuable contributions of Catholic schools in the United States. 1/31/2007--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.) Recognizes the goals of Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops that recognizes the vital contributions of thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States. Commends Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers for their ongoing contributions to education and the future of this country.
Latest Action: 07/25/2007 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 718). (consideration: CR H8419 text as passed in House: CR 7/23/2007 H8243) Bill TextCommemorating the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York. 7/25/2007--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.) Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York.
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Latest Action: 11/14/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S14419-14420; text as passed Senate: CR S14419-14420; text of measure as introduced: CR S14404-14405) Bill TextA resolution remembering and commemorating the lives and work of Maryknoll Sisters Maura Clarke and Ita Ford, Ursuline Sister Dorothy Kazel, and Cleveland Lay Mission Team Member Jean Donovan, who were executed by members of the Armed Forces of El Salvador on December 2, 1980. 11/14/2007--Passed 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.) Remembers and commemorates the lives and work of Sisters Maura Clarke, Ita Ford, and Dorothy Kazel and lay missionary Jean Donovan, and extends sympathy and support for the families, friends, and religious communities of the four U.S. churchwomen. Continues to find inspiration in their lives and work. Calls upon the people of the United States and religious congregations to participate in local, national, and international events commemorating the 25th [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 07/11/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 426. Bill TextRecognizing 2007 as the Year of the Rights of Internally Displaced Persons in Colombia, and offering support for efforts to ensure that the internally displaced people of Colombia receive the assistance and protection they need to rebuild their lives successfully. 7/11/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the Colombian Catholic Church, and the Coalition for Human Rights and Internal Displacement should be commended for their initiative to declare the Year of the Rights of the Internally Displaced People in Colombia; (2) the government of Colombia and the international donor community should be encouraged to prioritize discussion of humanitarian assistance and internal displacement with the international donor community, especially within the context of the London-Cartagena Process; and (3) the government of the United States [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 01/29/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S455-456; text as passed Senate: CR S455-456; text of measure as introduced: CR S451) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the goals of Catholic Schools Week and honoring the valuable contributions of Catholic schools in the United States. 1/29/2008--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.) Recognizes the goals of Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops that recognizes the vital contributions of thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States. Commends Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers for their ongoing contributions to education and the future of this country.
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Latest Action: 10/09/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 687. Bill TextResolution recognizing Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., for his contributions to the civil rights movement in the United States, his tireless work to reduce the threat of nuclear conflict, and his efforts to secure the peaceful resolution of international conflicts. 10/9/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Celebrates the 90th birthday of Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh. Honors Reverend Hesburgh for a lifetime of selfless dedication to the Catholic Church, our Nation, and the University of Notre Dame.
Latest Action: 07/31/2007 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10528) Bill TextA resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York. 7/31/2007--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.) Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York.
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Latest Action: 04/18/2008 - Star Print ordered on the resolution. Bill TextA resolution welcoming Pope Benedict XVI to the United States and recognizing the unique insights his moral and spiritual reflections bring to the world stage. 4/17/2008--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.) Welcomes Pope Benedict XVI on the occasion of his first pastoral visit to the United States and recognizes the unique insights his moral and spiritual reflections bring to the world stage.
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Latest Action: 01/29/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S455-456; text as passed Senate: CR S455-456; text of measure as introduced: CR S451) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the goals of Catholic Schools Week and honoring the valuable contributions of Catholic schools in the United States. 1/29/2008--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.) Recognizes the goals of Catholic Schools Week, an event cosponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops that recognizes the vital contributions of thousands of Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the United States. Commends Catholic schools, students, parents, and teachers for their ongoing contributions to education and the future of this country.
Latest Action: 04/09/2008 - Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. Bill TextWelcoming His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI on his first apostolic visit to the United States. 4/9/2008--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Welcomes His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI on his first apostolic visit to the United States.
Also tagged in: Anniversaries, Church and social problems, Civil liberties, Commemorations, Congress, Congressional tributes, Criminal justice, Economic assistance, Education, El Salvador, Elementary and secondary education, Food, Food relief, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Health policy, Human rights, Hunger, International affairs, Latin America, Medical care, Missionaries, Murder, Poverty, Public health, Religion, Welfare
Latest Action: 11/14/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S14419-14420; text as passed Senate: CR S14419-14420; text of measure as introduced: CR S14404-14405) Bill TextA resolution remembering and commemorating the lives and work of Maryknoll Sisters Maura Clarke and Ita Ford, Ursuline Sister Dorothy Kazel, and Cleveland Lay Mission Team Member Jean Donovan, who were executed by members of the Armed Forces of El Salvador on December 2, 1980. 11/14/2007--Passed 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.) Remembers and commemorates the lives and work of Sisters Maura Clarke, Ita Ford, and Dorothy Kazel and lay missionary Jean Donovan, and extends sympathy and support for the families, friends, and religious communities of the four U.S. churchwomen. Continues to find inspiration in their lives and work. Calls upon the people of the United States and religious congregations to participate in local, national, and international events commemorating the 25th [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Anniversaries, Armed forces, Civil rights, Civil rights workers, Clergy, College administration, College teachers, Colleges, Commemorations, Defense policy, Education, Foreign policy, Higher education, Indiana, International affairs, Nuclear nonproliferation, Nuclear warfare, Peace, Peace negotiations, Religion, Weapons systems
Latest Action: 10/09/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 687. Bill TextResolution recognizing Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., for his contributions to the civil rights movement in the United States, his tireless work to reduce the threat of nuclear conflict, and his efforts to secure the peaceful resolution of international conflicts. 10/9/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Celebrates the 90th birthday of Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh. Honors Reverend Hesburgh for a lifetime of selfless dedication to the Catholic Church, our Nation, and the University of Notre Dame.
Latest Action: 07/31/2007 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10528) Bill TextA resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York. 7/31/2007--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.) Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York.
Also tagged in: Armed forces, Church and social problems, Civil liberties, Colombia, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Defense policy, Displaced persons, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Guerrilla warfare, Human rights, International affairs, International agencies, International relief, Latin America, Political violence, Religion, Special years, United Nations
Latest Action: 07/11/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 426. Bill TextRecognizing 2007 as the Year of the Rights of Internally Displaced Persons in Colombia, and offering support for efforts to ensure that the internally displaced people of Colombia receive the assistance and protection they need to rebuild their lives successfully. 7/11/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the Colombian Catholic Church, and the Coalition for Human Rights and Internal Displacement should be commended for their initiative to declare the Year of the Rights of the Internally Displaced People in Colombia; (2) the government of Colombia and the international donor community should be encouraged to prioritize discussion of humanitarian assistance and internal displacement with the international donor community, especially within the context of the London-Cartagena Process; and (3) the government of the United States [...] show full description
Latest Action: 07/25/2007 - On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 718). (consideration: CR H8419 text as passed in House: CR 7/23/2007 H8243) Bill TextCommemorating the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York. 7/25/2007--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.) Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Archdiocese of New York.
Latest Action: 02/16/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextHonoring the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy for 175 years of ministry, service, and efforts toward helping individuals, especially women and children, overcome challenges that keep them from living full and dignified lives. 2/16/2007--Introduced. Honors the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy on its 175 years of service. Commends the Sisters of Mercy for their devotion to assisting communities in need through sponsorship of educational, social, and spiritual programs in the United States and throughout the world.
Also tagged in: Civil rights, Civil rights workers, Clergy, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Education, Elementary and secondary education, Higher education, Hispanic Americans, Medical care, Medicine, Minorities, Minority education, Minority health, Religion, Texas
Latest Action: 02/08/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Bill TextRecognizing the public service of Archbishop Patrick Flores. 2/8/2007--Introduced. Recognizes Archbishop Patrick Flores for: (1) his leadership in improving the opportunities of Hispanics in the United States; (2) his 34 years serving the diverse and growing needs of the Archdiocese of San Antonio as bishop; and (3) a life of public service in the areas of civil rights, health, and education.
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