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DRAKE, Thelma D., a Representative from Virginia; born in Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio, November 20, 1949; graduated from Elyria High School, Elyria, Ohio, 1967; realtor; business owner; member of the Virginia state house of delegates, 1996-2004; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Ninth Congress (January 3, 2005-present).
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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.R.7111To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the Honor and Remember Flag created by Honor ...09/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.RES.1309Recognizing and honoring the 44th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and ...06/26/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Lab...
H.R.6317To amend chapter 31 of title 40, United States Code (commonly known as the Davis-Bacon Act) to pr...06/19/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.5987To amend title 37, United States Code, to guarantee a pay increase for members of the uniformed s...05/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5797To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide for a qualified Roth contribution program under ...05/12/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.
H.R.5233To extend for two years the exemption of returning workers from the numerical limitations for H-2...02/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.CON.RES.261Commemorating the centennial anniversary of the sailing of the Navy's "Great White Fleet," launch...12/20/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.3145To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase criminal penalties for certain removed a...08/10/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.R.2996To amend title 37, United States Code, to provide a dislocation allowance under section 407 of su...08/08/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.3026To authorize the Military Spouse Legacy Association, Inc., to establish a commemorative work on F...07/26/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8623)
H.R.3103To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide par...07/23/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.RES.208Resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the founding of Operation Smile.
07/16/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 208.
H.R.2588To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the annual contribution limit for Coverdell ...06/06/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.2109To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide Federal penalties for certain killings by illeg...06/04/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.R.2191To provide liability protection to nonprofit volunteer pilot organizations flying for public bene...06/04/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law.
H.R.2434To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide re...05/29/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
H.RES.386Recognizing the Coast Guard, the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and other boating safety organizations fo...05/15/2007Mr. Cummings moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.RES.305Honoring the 53,000 soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and civilians that comprise the Nation's ...04/26/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Terrorism, Unconventional Threats and Capabilities.
H.RES.276Honoring the 53,000 soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and civilians that comprise the Nation's ...04/03/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.1782To direct the Secretary of Transportation to waive the repayment of any Federal-aid highway funds...03/30/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
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.3229To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the legacy of the Unit...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.6073To provide that Federal employees receiving their pay by electronic funds transfer shall be given...10/07/2008Presented to President.
H.R.4544To require the issuance of medals to recognize the dedication and valor of Native American code t...10/06/2008Presented to President.
H.R.5350To authorize the Secretary of Commerce to sell or exchange certain National Oceanic and Atmospher...10/03/2008Presented to President.
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.7262To reform the Federal Deposit Insurance System, and for other purposes.
10/03/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.CON.RES.378Expressing support for designation of September 6, 2008, as Louisa Swain Day.
10/03/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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.CON.RES.223Honoring professional surveyors and recognizing their contributions to society.
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.239Recognizing and acknowledging the important role of adoption, and commending all parties involved...10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.CON.RES.386Recognizing and celebrating the 232nd anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independen...10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.416Commending Barter Theatre on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.
09/30/2008Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
H.R.7226To direct the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to create a "net worth certificate" program a...09/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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.1122Recognizing Armed Forces Day.
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.RES.1375Recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month.
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
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.RES.135Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a National Historically Black Colleges ...09/26/2008Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H10115; text of measure as introduced: CR H10...
H.RES.1421Solemnly commemorating the 25th anniversary of the tragic October 1983 terrorist bombing of the U...09/25/2008Considered as unfinished business.
H.CON.RES.431Supporting the goals and ideals of a Long-Term Care Awareness Week.
09/25/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.7031To designate a portion of the Rappahannock River in the State of Virginia as the "John W. Warner ...09/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
H.RES.1435Recognizing the 70th anniversary of the 1938 occurrence of Kristallnacht, The Night of Broken Gla...09/23/2008Mr. Scott (GA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.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.CON.RES.390Honoring the 28th Infantry Division for serving and protecting the United States.
09/16/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
H.CON.RES.417Expressing the sense of the Congress that the 110th Congress should not adjourn until comprehensi...09/16/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8280)
H.R.5235To establish the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission.
09/15/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy with an amendment. Without written report.
H.R.6532To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the Highway Trust Fund balance.
09/15/2008Signed by President.
H.R.6860To exempt exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas under leases on Federal...09/15/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
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.6864To prohibit golden parachute payments for former executives and directors of Fannie Mae and Fredd...09/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.6566To bring down energy prices by increasing safe, domestic production, encouraging the development ...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.RES.1364Recognizing the persons who are serving or have served in the airborne forces of the Armed Forces...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.CON.RES.397Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding sexual assaults and rape in the military.
09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5483To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10449 White Granite Driv...08/12/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5631To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1155 Seminole Trail in C...08/12/2008Signed by President.
H.R.6781To authorize the State of Virginia to petition for authorization to conduct natural gas or crude ...08/08/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
H.R.6724To terminate prohibitions on expenditures for, and withdrawals from, offshore oil and gas leasing...08/07/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
H.R.6771To require the Office of Management and Budget to prepare a crosscut budget for restoration activ...08/06/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans.
H.R.5540To amend the Chesapeake Bay Initiative Act of 1998 to provide for the continuing authorization of...08/01/2008Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 930.
H.R.6788To amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to extend through fiscal year 2012 funding under th...08/01/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6813To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to clarify that wages paid to unauthorized aliens may ...08/01/2008Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, ...
H.CON.RES.358Concurrent resolution commending the members of the Nevada Army and Air National Guard and the Ne...08/01/2008Referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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.RES.415Honoring Edward Day Cohota, Joseph L. Pierce, and other veterans of Asian and Pacific Islander de...07/30/2008Mr. Ellsworth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.1553To amend the Public Health Service Act to advance medical research and treatments into pediatric ...07/29/2008Signed by President.
H.R.6648To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow each individual a $500 credit to help with hi...07/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.1387Congratulating the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, for 100 years of se...07/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.6579To require transfer of the 1002 Area of Alaska to the State of Alaska, and for other purposes.
07/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans.
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.645Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism ...07/23/2008Mr. Brady (PA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.6550To amend the Water Resources Development Act of 1996 to make modifications to the Chesapeake Bay ...07/18/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
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.CON.RES.295Expressing the deepest appreciation of Congress to the families of members of the United States A...07/17/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.2493To amend the Clean Air Act to provide for a reduction in the number of boutique fuels, and for ot...07/15/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mrs. Drake. Petition No: 110-13. (Discharge petition text ...
H.R.5898To authorize a grant program to help establish and improve State-administered notification system...07/15/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.6379To expedite the exploration and development of oil and gas from Federal lands, and for other purp...07/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
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.4461To promote and enhance the operation of local building code enforcement administration across the...07/10/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.1330Commending the recent decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in District of Columbia ...07/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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.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.CON.RES.32Honoring the members of the United States Air Force who were killed in the June 25, 1996, terrori...06/25/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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.R.6185To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for continuity of TRICARE Standard coverage for...06/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6348To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income gain from the conversion ...06/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.1051Congratulating James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, for 100 years of service and l...06/23/2008Mr. Sarbanes moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.2279To expedite the construction of new refining capacity on closed military installations in the Uni...06/18/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. English (PA). Petition No: 110-9.
H.R.6252To amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to delay and reform the Medicare compet...06/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.5267To regulate certain State taxation of interstate commerce, and for other purposes.
06/11/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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.RES.1235Expressing support for the designation of National D-Day Remembrance Day, and recognizing the spi...06/11/2008Considered as unfinished business.
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.6220To amend the Workforce Investment Act of 1998 to make non-union training programs eligible for Fe...06/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.2517To amend the Missing Children's Assistance Act to authorize appropriations, and for other purpose...06/03/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5971To require that ballots used in Federal elections be generally printed only in English and to ame...06/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.R.6129To amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to extend for 7 months the Medicare phy...06/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.RES.1114Supporting the goals and ideals of the Arbor Day Foundation and National Arbor Day.
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.5857To establish licensing and registration requirements for residential mortgage originators, improv...05/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5944To amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, to improve educational assistance for members of t...05/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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.6048To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide for the protection of child custody arran...05/21/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
H.RES.1022Reducing maternal mortality both at home and abroad.
05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4433)
H.RES.1132Supporting the goals and ideals of Peace Officers Memorial Day.
05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4402)
H.RES.1137Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week, and for other purposes.
05/21/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4432)
H.RES.1054Honoring the service and achievements of women in the Armed Forces and female veterans.
05/20/2008Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.CON.RES.357Encouraging all States to enact laws requiring photo identification to vote in elections.
05/20/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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.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.5489To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6892 Main Street in Glou...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.RES.1113Celebrating the role of mothers in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of Mothe...05/07/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3130-3131)
H.RES.1178Expressing the sympathy of the House of Representatives to the citizens of Suffolk, Brunswick, an...05/07/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.5974To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a Federal income tax credit for certain hom...05/06/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E830)
H.RES.1079Supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month 2008, and for other purposes.
04/29/2008Mr. Hinojosa moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.5722To mandate reporting requirements for convicted sex traffickers and other sex offenders intending...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.5761To withhold Federal financial assistance from each country that denies or unreasonably delays the...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.R.5793To restrict any State or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone ...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law.
H.R.5854To amend title 36, United States Code, to grant a Federal charter to the Military Officers Associ...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
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.323Expressing Congressional support for the goals and ideals of National Health Care Decisions Day. ...04/23/2008Received in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. ...
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.R.5652To direct the United States Sentencing Commission to make certain changes in the Sentencing Guide...04/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.5769To direct the Federal Trade Commission to revise the Telemarketing Sales Rule to explicitly prohi...04/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
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.5759To amend title 4, United States Code, to declare English as the national language of the Governme...04/10/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2212)
H.RES.1020Recognizing the tremendous service that members of the Armed Forces have given to the Nation, esp...04/10/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5737To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a deduction for travel expenses to medi...04/09/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.5731To prohibit offices of the legislative branch from entering into a contract for the provision of ...04/08/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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.RES.1021Supporting the goals, ideals, and history of National Women's History Month.
04/01/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1848-1851)
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.5635To suspend temporarily the duty on digital-to-analog converter boxes.
03/19/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
H.R.5644To provide for competitive development and operation of high-speed rail corridor projects.
03/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials.
H.R.5616To provide for the repeal of the phase out of incandescent light bulbs unless the Comptroller Gen...03/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality.
H.RES.1057Commemorating the 25th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative spee...03/14/2008Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs,...
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.CON.RES.315Supporting the idea that coalition victory in Iraq is possible.
03/11/2008Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
H.RES.951Condemning the ongoing Palestinian rocket attacks on Israeli civilians by Hamas and other Palesti...03/05/2008DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 951.
H.RES.958Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to the patriotic and professional men ...02/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.RES.930Supporting the goals and ideals of "Career and Technical Education Month".
02/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.5425To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to extend the authorized ti...02/19/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans.
H.RES.972Supporting the goals and ideals of American Heart Month and National Wear Red Day.
02/14/2008Considered as unfinished business.
H.CON.RES.281Celebrating the birth of Abraham Lincoln and recognizing the prominence the Declaration of Indepe...02/13/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.294Expressing the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Defense take immediate steps to appoint do...02/13/2008Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.5232To provide that no Federal or State requirement to increase energy efficient lighting in public b...02/07/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
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.4165To provide grants to encourage and enhance the study of modeling and simulation at institutions o...02/05/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
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.3992To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to provide grants for ...01/24/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.4930To amend title 10, United States Code, to ensure that members of the reserve components of the Ar...01/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5109To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for permanent tax incentives for economic g...01/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.939Condemning the glorification of terrorism and the continuing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic rhetori...01/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.CON.RES.246Honoring the United States Marine Corps for serving and defending the United States on the annive...01/22/2008Referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.5031To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend relief from the alternative minimum tax.
01/17/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E42)
H.R.5032To ensure that women seeking an abortion receive an ultrasound and the opportunity to review the ...01/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.4577To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to strengthen student visa background checks and im...01/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
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.4118To exclude from gross income payments from the Hokie Spirit Memorial Fund to the victims of the t...12/19/2007Became Public Law No: 110-141.
H.RES.542Expressing the unconditional support of the House of Representatives for the members of the Natio...12/18/2007Considered as unfinished business.
H.RES.888Affirming the rich spiritual and religious history of our Nation's founding and subsequent histor...12/18/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.RES.851Honoring local and state first responders, and the citizens of the Pacific Northwest in facing th...12/17/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 851.
H.CON.RES.215Supporting the designation of a week as "National Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated Ext...12/12/2007Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.RES.847Recognizing the importance of Christmas and the Christian faith.
12/11/2007Mr. Meeks (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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.4321To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize medical simulation enhancement programs, and ...12/06/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.4338To establish a procedure to safeguard the surpluses of the social security and medicare hospital ...12/06/2007Referred to the Committee on the Budget, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period ...
H.R.3887To authorize appropriations for fiscal years 2008 through 2011 for the Trafficking Victims Protec...12/05/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.4171To name the national cemetery to be constructed in Columbia, South Carolina as the Floyd Spence N...11/16/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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.CON.RES.263To establish the Joint Select Committee on Earmark Reform, and for other purposes.
11/15/2007Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
H.R.2779To recognize the Navy UDT-SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida, as the official national museum of...11/13/2007Signed by President.
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.CON.RES.257Expressing concern regarding arms transfers to Iran and Syria by the Russian Federation and entit...11/13/2007Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.1808To designate the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia, as the "Charl...11/08/2007Signed by President.
H.R.4087To amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to extend the authorized ti...11/08/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, and Oceans.
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.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.J.RES.58Expressing support for designation of the month of October 2007 as "Country Music Month" and to h...11/01/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.RES.783Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Veterans Affairs Nati...10/30/2007Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
H.RES.784Recognizing and honoring, in community post offices, the service of men and women of the U.S. Arm...10/30/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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.CON.RES.172Honoring the life of each of the 9 fallen City of Charleston firefighters who lost their lives in...10/26/2007Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S13493)