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EMERSON, Jo Ann, (wife of Bill Emerson), a Representative from Missouri; born in Bethesda, Montgomery County, Md, September 16, 1950; B.A., Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, Ohio, 1972; professional advocate; elected simultaneously as a Republican to the One Hundred Fourth and as an Independent to the One Hundred Fifth Congress by special election to fill the vacancy caused by the death of her husband, United States Representative Bill Emerson (November 5, 1996-January 8, 1997); changed from an Independent to a Republican on January 8, 1997; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Sixth and to the three succeeding Congresses (January 8, 1997-present).
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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.RES.1485Supporting the work of firefighters to educate and protect the Nation's communities, and the goal...09/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.4220To encourage the donation of excess food to nonprofit organizations that provide assistance to fo...01/22/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
H.R.3616To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine the suitability and fe...10/30/2007Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.342To designate the United States courthouse located at 555 Independence Street in Cape Girardeau, M...03/21/2007Signed by President.
H.R.1018To amend the Animal Health Protection Act to prohibit the Secretary of Agriculture from implement...03/02/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
H.R.806To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to prohibit the marketing of authorized generic...02/05/2007Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.J.RES.9Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress and the ...02/02/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.J.RES.11Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to voluntary school pray...02/02/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.R.287To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a refundable credit to certain senior citizen...01/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.288To amend title II of the Social Security Act to provide for an improved benefit computation formu...01/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
H.R.343To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a refundable credit to military retirees for ...01/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.J.RES.10Proposing an amendment to the Constitution to provide for a balanced budget for the United States...01/05/2007Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.13Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the need to prevent the closure or consolidation of po...01/05/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.R.2851To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, the Public Health Service Act, and ...10/09/2008Signed by President.
H.R.1157To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Director of the National Institute of Env...10/08/2008Became Public Law No: 110-354.
H.R.1343To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide additional authorizations of appropriations for...10/08/2008Became Public Law No: 110-355.
H.R.5265To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for research with respect to various forms of m...10/08/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5872To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the ...10/08/2008Signed by President.
H.R.1424A bill to provide authority for the Federal Government to purchase and insure certain types of tr...10/03/2008Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1525, the House moved to agree to the Senate amendments. (c...
H.R.5714To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of the esta...10/03/2008H.AMDT.1191 Amendment (A001) offered by Mr. Skelton. (consideration: CR H10816; text: CR H10816)...
H.R.6779To provide for secure rural schools and counties, and State enhanced authority for coastal and oc...10/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Department Operations, Oversight, Nutrition and Forestry.
H.R.2583To amend title VII of the Public Health Service Act to establish a loan program for eligible hosp...10/02/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.2933To amend the American Battlefield Protection Act of 1996 to extend the authorization for that Act...10/02/2008Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1112.
H.R.3232To establish a non-profit corporation to communicate United States entry policies and otherwise p...10/02/2008Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1113.
H.R.5335To amend the National Trails System Act to provide for the inclusion of new trail segments, land ...10/02/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
H.CON.RES.223Honoring professional surveyors and recognizing their contributions to society.
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.393Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month".
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.CON.RES.405Recognizing the first full week of April as "National Workplace Wellness Week".
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.971To ensure and foster continued patient safety and quality of care by making the antitrust laws ap...09/28/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 110-898.
H.R.1283To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for arthritis research and public health, and f...09/27/2008Received in the Senate.
H.RES.1437Expressing support for designation of the month of October as "American Pharmacists Month" and ex...09/27/2008Mr. Pallone asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.R.1014To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and the Public Health Service Act to improve th...09/26/2008Received in the Senate.
H.R.6198To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1700 Cleveland Avenue in...09/25/2008Received in the Senate.
H.RES.1381Resolution expressing the sense of the House that there should be an increased public and private...09/23/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8686-8688)
H.R.998To direct the Librarian of Congress and the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution to carry out...09/22/2008Received in the Senate.
H.RES.1287Commending the Honor Flight Network, its volunteers, and donors, for enabling World War II vetera...09/22/2008Mr. Filner moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1390Expressing support for the designation of a 4-H National Youth Science Day.
09/22/2008Ms. Edwards (MD) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1477Recognizing the importance and sustainability of the United States hardwoods industry and urging ...09/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
H.CON.RES.296Expressing support for the designation of August 2008 as "National Heat Stroke Awareness Month" t...09/22/2008Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (cons...
H.R.6960To establish the World War I centennial commission to ensure a suitable observance of the centenn...09/18/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.6962To facilitate the provision of humanitarian relief to Cuba.
09/18/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.6709To greatly enhance the Nation's path toward energy independence and environmental, energy, econom...09/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
H.RES.1255Honoring Toby Keith's commitment to members of the Armed Forces.
09/17/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8368-8369)
H.R.6912To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for temporary improvements to the Medi...09/16/2008Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Comme...
H.R.6532To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the Highway Trust Fund balance.
09/15/2008Signed by President.
H.R.6169To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 15455 Manchester Road in...09/12/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gove...
H.R.1527A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to cond...09/11/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
H.R.5868To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the retention of members of the Armed Force...09/11/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Pearce. Petition No: 110-18. (Discharge petition text ...
H.R.6884To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a National Acquired Bo...09/11/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1767)
H.CON.RES.411Raising the awareness of the need for crime prevention in communities across the country and expr...09/11/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.6168To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 112 South 5th Street in ...09/10/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gove...
H.R.6208To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1100 Town and Country Co...09/10/2008Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Finan...
H.R.3051To improve the diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injury in members and former members of...09/09/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.RES.937Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the emergency communications services p...09/09/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7869-7870)
H.R.6566To bring down energy prices by increasing safe, domestic production, encouraging the development ...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.R.1108To protect the public health by providing the Food and Drug Administration with certain authority...08/01/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.6107To direct the Secretary of the Interior to establish and implement a competitive oil and gas leas...07/30/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mrs. Bachmann. Petition No: 110-15.
H.R.6108To provide for exploration, development, and production activities for mineral resources on the o...07/30/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Porter. Petition No: 110-16.
H.R.1553To amend the Public Health Service Act to advance medical research and treatments into pediatric ...07/29/2008Signed by President.
H.J.RES.89Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage.
07/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.RES.1296Supporting the designation of a National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of children's...07/24/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7134)
H.R.634To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of veterans who became di...07/17/2008Signed by President.
H.RES.1352Honoring Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President, for his invaluable contributions to this Nation ...07/17/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.6293To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to establish a discretionary grant pr...07/16/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.R.5395To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 11001 Dunklin Drive in S...07/15/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5898To authorize a grant program to help establish and improve State-administered notification system...07/15/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.RES.1080Honoring the extraordinary service and exceptional sacrifice of the 101st Airborne Division (Air ...07/14/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6421-6422 Text: CR H6421)
H.R.6444To provide affordable, guaranteed private health coverage that will make Americans healthier and ...07/09/2008Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and M...
H.RES.1260Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Internet Safety Month".
07/09/2008Mr. Hill moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1328Supporting the goals and ideals of National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
07/09/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6268To improve and enhance the mental health care benefits available to members of the Armed Forces a...07/02/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6380To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide payments under the Medicare Program fo...07/02/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.3195To restore the intent and protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
06/27/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 856.
H.R.6404To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the ...06/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.3654To establish a commission to develop legislation designed to reform tax policy and entitlement be...06/24/2008Committee Hearings Held.
H.R.5656To repeal a requirement with respect to the procurement and acquisition of alternative fuels.
06/24/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Kuhl (NY). Petition No: 110-10. (Discharge petition te...
H.RES.111Establishing a Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs.
06/24/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Tancredo. Petition No: 110-11. (Discharge petition tex...
H.RES.1300Supporting efforts to raise awareness, improve education, and encourage research of inflammatory ...06/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.RES.1282Encouraging the President to revoke the Executive memorandum banning energy production on America...06/20/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5734)
H.R.1333To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct a study on the use of Civil Air...06/19/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gove...
H.R.6292To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to require local educational agencies...06/18/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.6210To amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a nationwide health insurance purchasing pool...06/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.6277To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide ...06/17/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1237-1238)
H.R.6282To increase housing, awareness, and navigation demonstration services (HANDS) for individuals wit...06/17/2008Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Financial S...
H.R.5709To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out ...06/12/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.359To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of sites associate...06/11/2008Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5530)
H.R.2268To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the ...06/11/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.R.6217To amend title 39, United States Code, to modify the procedures governing the closure or consolid...06/11/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.
H.R.6219To authorize appropriations for the Department of Commerce and to prohibit Federal economic devel...06/11/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
H.R.3089To secure unrestricted reliable energy for American consumption and transmission.
06/10/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Walberg. Petition No: 110-8. (Discharge petition text ...
H.R.2517To amend the Missing Children's Assistance Act to authorize appropriations, and for other purpose...06/03/2008Signed by President.
H.RES.923Recognizing the State of Minnesota's 150th anniversary.
06/03/2008Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.CON.RES.367Expressing support for designation of the period beginning on June 9, 2008, and ending on June 13...06/03/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6127To require the President to call a White House Conference on Food and Nutrition.
05/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
H.R.6151To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to drug and device advertising, an...05/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.CON.RES.362Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the threat posed to international peace, stability in ...05/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.493To prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance a...05/21/2008Became Public Law No: 110-233.
H.R.6089To amend title IV of the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of pediatric ...05/21/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.RES.1022Reducing maternal mortality both at home and abroad.
05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4433)
H.RES.1026Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club.
05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4402)
H.RES.1152Honoring Arnold Palmer for his distinguished career in the sport of golf and his commitment to ex...05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4402)
H.R.406A bill to award a congressional gold medal in recognition of Alice Paul's role in the women's suf...05/19/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.R.2894To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the bicentennial of th...05/19/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.1142Recognizing May 25, 2008, as National Missing Children's Day.
05/19/2008Mr. Bishop (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.980To provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their po...05/15/2008S.AMDT.4751 Cloture motion on amendment SA 4751 withdrawn by unanimous consent in Senate.
H.R.6038To amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to direct the Presid...05/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
H.R.6026Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2008, and f...05/13/2008Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, for ...
H.R.4166To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 701 East Copeland Drive ...05/07/2008Signed by President.
H.RES.1091Honoring the life, achievements, and contributions of Charlton Heston and extending its deepest s...05/07/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3177)
H.CON.RES.342Expressing the sense of Congress that the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) new policy restric...05/07/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.4286To award a congressional gold medal to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in recognition of her courageous and ...05/06/2008Signed by President.
H.R.4847To reauthorize the United States Fire Administration, and for other purposes.
05/06/2008Hearing Held by Subcommittee by Technology and Innovation Prior to Introduction and Referral (Oct...
H.R.5914To clarify the authority of the Federal Financing Bank to purchase loans guaranteed under part B ...04/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.RES.578Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National ...04/29/2008Mr. Kucinich moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.RES.1164Expressing support for designation of May 2008 as "National Workforce Development Professionals M...04/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.5613To extend certain moratoria and impose additional moratoria on certain Medicaid regulations throu...04/28/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 719.
H.R.4193To provide for an automatic one-year extension of the authorizations of appropriations and direct...04/25/2008Executive Comment Requested from USDA.
H.R.5791To amend title 10, United States Code, to clarify the effective date of active duty of members of...04/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5825To amend titles 5, 10, 37, and 38, United States Code, to ensure the fair treatment of a member o...04/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.CON.RES.292Honoring Margaret Truman Daniel and her lifetime of accomplishments.
04/24/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
H.RES.1016Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of William F. Buckley, Jr...04/23/2008Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.5866To expedite the increased supply and availability of energy to our Nation.
04/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.5874To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a permanent Multiple S...04/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.3646To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Labor to conduct a joint study o...04/16/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.RES.1110Condemning Hamas as a foreign terrorist organization responsible for the murders of 26 United Sta...04/16/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.5740To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a program of educational assistance for membe...04/11/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
H.R.5748To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to permit States to exclude earned income in determ...04/10/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.5723To amend the Federal Home Loan Bank Act to allow Federal home loan banks to invest surplus funds ...04/08/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.2040To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the semicentennial of ...04/02/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.1005Supporting the goals and ideals of Borderline Personality Disorder Awareness Month.
04/01/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1847-1848)
H.CON.RES.302Supporting the observance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
04/01/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.4576To award a congressional gold medal to Francis Collins, in recognition of his outstanding contrib...03/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology.
H.R.5475To amend title 18, United States Code, to make a technical correction to ensure sex offenders who...03/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.5564To amend title 38, United States Code, to exclude an individual who has been convicted of committ...03/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
H.R.5573To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for a lump-sum payment for certain Federal emplo...03/13/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.
H.R.4088To provide immigration reform by securing America's borders, clarifying and enforcing existing la...03/11/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mrs. Drake. Petition No: 110-5. (Discharge petition text w...
H.R.20To provide for research on, and services for individuals with, postpartum depression and psychosi...03/05/2008Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Date of scheduled consideration. SD-430. 9:3...
H.R.1469To establish the Senator Paul Simon Study Abroad Foundation under the authorities of the Mutual E...03/04/2008Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Biden with amendments and an amendment to the...
H.RES.1012Honoring the historical significance of and reaffirming continued Congressional support for comme...03/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.R.3679To prohibit discrimination in State taxation of multichannel video programming distribution servi...02/14/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.5236To promote the use of certain materials harvested from public lands in the production of renewabl...02/06/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality.
H.R.5237To amend the U.S. Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003.
02/06/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E124)
H.RES.931Expressing support for designation of February 17, 2008, as "Race Day in America" and highlightin...02/06/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H570-571)
H.R.4464To ensure that an employer may require employees to speak English while engaged in work.
02/05/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
H.R.5148To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from collect...02/01/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
H.R.5176To amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to mental health services.
01/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.4498To amend title III of the PROTECT Act to modify the standards for the issuance of alerts through ...01/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.R.4900To reform the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, modernize firearms laws and r...01/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.3793To amend title 37, United States Code, to require the continued payment to a member of the unifor...12/19/2007Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. C...
H.R.3315To provide that the great hall of the Capitol Visitor Center shall be known as Emancipation Hall....12/18/2007Became Public Law No: 110-139.
H.RES.843Mourning the passing of Congressman Henry J. Hyde and celebrating his leadership and service to t...12/17/2007Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15504-15507)
H.RES.856Expresses heartfelt sympathy for the victims and families of the shootings in Omaha, Nebraska, on...12/17/2007Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15476-15477)
H.R.4450To improve and enhance research and programs on cancer survivorship, and for other purposes.
12/11/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.997To declare English as the official language of the United States, to establish a uniform English ...12/06/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H14456-14462)
H.R.4288To amend title XVIII to provide for coverage of annual preventive physical examinations under the...12/05/2007Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Me...
H.R.3572To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4320 Blue Parkway in Kan...11/30/2007Signed by President.
H.R.4176To enhance national security by restricting access of illegal aliens to driver's licenses and Sta...11/15/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
H.R.4206To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to improve access to, and increase utilization of...11/15/2007Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Me...
H.R.2784To greatly enhance the Nation's environmental, energy, economic, and national security by termina...11/13/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H13841-13846)
H.RES.808Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.
11/13/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 808.
H.R.1808To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, as the "Charl...11/08/2007Signed by President.
H.R.3047To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the processing of claims for benefits administe...11/08/2007Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.3865To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to protect Medicare beneficiaries' access to home...11/08/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.4104Making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and related ...11/08/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H13301-13302)
H.J.RES.54Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the ru...11/08/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.CON.RES.162Expressing the sense of Congress that Congress and the President should increase basic pay for me...11/08/2007Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
H.RES.800Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the issuance of State driver's lic...11/07/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
H.RES.379A resolution congratulating Nicolas Sarkozy on his election to the presidency of France and welco...11/06/2007Considered as unfinished business.
H.R.4078To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow elementary and secondary school teachers a cr...11/05/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.770Expressing support for designation of a National Veterans History Project Week to encourage publi...11/05/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 770.
H.R.2295To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of an Amyotrophic Lateral...10/31/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 457.
H.RES.786Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that general appropriations for mil...10/31/2007Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
H.CON.RES.244Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
10/31/2007Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.3265To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Harry S Tru...10/30/2007Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.CON.RES.230Supporting the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
10/30/2007Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.1154To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Michael Ellis DeBakey, M.D.
10/26/2007Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
H.R.3934To amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify the tariffs on certain foo...10/23/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.3502To provide for the prompt implementation of those recommendations of the President's Commission o...10/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
H.R.3545To amend the small rural school achievement program and the rural and low-income school program u...10/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.3852To amend title 46, United States Code, to extend the exemption from the fire-retardant materials ...10/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.R.1727To enhance and further research into paralysis and to improve rehabilitation and the quality of l...10/16/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, ...
H.R.2895To establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund in the Treasury of the United States to p...10/15/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.448Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National ...10/15/2007Ms. Baldwin moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.524Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to Diamond-Blackfan Anemia.
10/15/2007Ms. Baldwin moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.3494To provide for enhanced Federal, State, and local assistance in the enforcement of the immigratio...10/12/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.R.3817To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make improvements to assist young farmers and ranch...10/10/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.687Resolution recognizing Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., for his contributions to the civil ...10/09/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 687.
H.R.2828To provide compensation to relatives of United States citizens who were killed as a result of the...10/04/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 403.
H.R.2905To prevent the Federal Communications Commission from repromulgating the fairness doctrine.
10/03/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11174)
H.R.2584To amend the Public Health Service Act to alleviate critical shortages of physicians in the field...10/02/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1149-1155)
H.R.2585To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to modify Medicare physician reimbursement polici...10/02/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11149-11155)
H.R.3676To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for a child safe viewing area within which cove...09/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
H.RES.690Expressing grave concern of the House of Representatives for Iran and Syria's continued and syste...09/27/2007Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.1400To enhance United States diplomatic efforts with respect to Iran by imposing additional economic ...09/26/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.R.3660To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that the deduction for the health insurance...09/25/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.95Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives supporting the goals and ideals of Campus Fi...09/25/2007Mr. Holt moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.1110To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow Federal civilian and military retirees to pay...09/20/2007Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
H.R.3622To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the treatment of qualified restaurant proper...09/20/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1940-1941)
H.R.3629To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend for 4 years the election to include combat p...09/20/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.3163To provide affordable, guaranteed private health coverage that will make Americans healthier and ...09/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.3257To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to improve standards for physical edu...09/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.3269To amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to reauthorize the State Children's Health Insuranc...09/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.3317To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to improve and enhance the Gaining Early Awareness and ...09/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.RES.443Recognizing the service of the 65th Infantry Borinqueneers during the Korean War, honoring the pe...09/18/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 443.
H.CON.RES.213Celebrating the outstanding contributions of California's wine industry to the State, the Nation ...09/18/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.3544To catalyze change in the care and treatment of diabetes in the United States.
09/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.3533To extend by one year the moratorium on implementation of a rule relating to the Federal-