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BLACKBURN, Marsha, a Representative from Tennessee; born in Laurel, Miss., June 6, 1952; graduated from Northeast Jones High School, Laurel, Miss.; B.S. Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, Miss., 1973; business owner; private advocate; unsuccessful candidate for the One Hundred Third Congress in 1992; member of the Tennessee state senate, 1998-2002; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Eighth and to the succeeding Congress (January 3, 2003-present).
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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.R.6666To amend the Clean Air Act to provide that greenhouse gases are not subject to the Act, and for o...07/30/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6197To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 7095 Highway 57 in Counc...06/05/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.RES.1138Recognizing Carnival Memphis for its promotion of the commercial interests and economic developme...04/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.5513To reduce youth usage of tobacco products, to enhance State efforts to eliminate retail sales of ...02/28/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.4307To amend the Communications Act of 1934, and increase consumer freedom of choice in the video mar...12/06/2007Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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.3615To amend subtitle IV of title 40, United States Code, regarding county additions to the Appalachi...09/21/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
H.R.2013To provide a technical correction to the Federal preemption of State or local laws concerning the...04/25/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
H.R.1314To provide that only certain forms of identification of individuals may be accepted by the Federa...03/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
H.R.749To amend the Social Security Act to improve choices available to Medicare eligible seniors by per...02/07/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.581To amend title II of the Social Security Act to establish a Social Security Surplus Protection Ac...01/24/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
H.R.373To make 1 percent across-the-board rescissions in non-defense, non-homeland-security discretionar...01/10/2007Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
H.R.374To make 2 percent across-the-board rescissions in non-defense, non-homeland-security discretionar...01/10/2007Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
H.R.379To make 5 percent across-the-board rescissions in non-defense, non-homeland-security discretionar...01/10/2007Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
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.R.1746To require disclosure of Holocaust-era policies by insurers and establish a federal cause of acti...08/01/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Financial Services. H. Rept. 110-820, Part I.
H.R.5057To reauthorize the Debbie Smith DNA Backlog Grant Program, and for other purposes.
08/01/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.6783To withhold Federal funds from schools that permit or require the recitation of the Pledge of All...08/01/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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.296Expressing support for the designation of August 2008 as "National Heat Stroke Awareness Month" t...08/01/2008Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.6709To greatly enhance the Nation's path toward energy independence and environmental, energy, econom...07/31/2008Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and C...
H.RES.1151Congratulating the University of Tennessee women's basketball team for winning the 2008 National ...07/31/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR 8/1/2008 H7709)
H.RES.1224Commending the Tennessee Valley Authority on its 75th anniversary.
07/31/2008Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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.6667To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a deduction for the cost of fuel used for c...07/30/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1553To amend the Public Health Service Act to advance medical research and treatments into pediatric ...07/29/2008Signed by President.
H.R.2933To amend the American Battlefield Protection Act of 1996 to extend the authorization for that Act...07/29/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 110-792.
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.R.5235To establish the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission.
07/24/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.6614To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the limitation on the amount of foreign earn...07/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.1128Expressing support of the goals and ideals of National Carriage Driving Month.
07/22/2008Mr. Higgins moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.1356Celebrating the 221st anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States of Amer...07/17/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.RES.1306Recognizing the dedication and honorable service of members of the National Guard who are serving...07/16/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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.6384To provide a comprehensive plan for greater American energy independence.
07/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
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.6453To amend the General Education Provisions Act to prohibit Federal education funding for elementar...07/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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.1336Encouraging the United States Secretary of State to work with the Government of Pakistan to secur...07/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.2208To provide for a standby loan program for certain coal-to-liquid projects.
07/09/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Roskam. Petition No: 110-12. (Discharge petition text ...
H.R.3981To authorize the Preserve America Program and Save America's Treasures Program, and for other pur...07/09/2008Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. C...
H.R.5611To reform the National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers, and for other purposes.
07/09/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insurance and Government Sponsored Enterprises.
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.CON.RES.195Expressing the sense of the Congress that a National Dysphagia Awareness Month should be establis...06/27/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.4789To provide parity in radio performance rights under title 17, United States Code, and for other p...06/26/2008Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
H.R.6070To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to guarantee the residency of spouses of military pe...06/26/2008Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
H.R.6376To expand the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to impose debarments in ord...06/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6378To expand the authority of the Secretary of Health and Human Services to impose debarments in ord...06/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.6379To expedite the exploration and development of oil and gas from Federal lands, and for other purp...06/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
H.RES.970Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National Corvette Day".
06/26/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6121)
H.R.2818To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the establishment of epilepsy centers of ex...06/25/2008Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. C...
H.R.6367To provide an exception to certain mandatory minimum sentence requirements for a law enforcement ...06/25/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.6368To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for an increase in the standard mileage rat...06/25/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.1283Expressing heartfelt sympathy for the victims and their families following the tornado that hit L...06/24/2008Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1302Honoring the life and mourning the death of John Berthoud, Ph.D.
06/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.6131To provide incentives for the production and use of unconventional aviation fuels.
06/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.R.6139To set schedules for the consideration of permits for refineries.
06/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
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.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.RES.1219Celebrating the symbol of the United States flag and supporting the goals and ideals of Flag Day....06/18/2008On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 6/1...
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.3229To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the legacy of the Unit...06/11/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.R.6207To develop American energy independence, lower gas prices, and open reliable national sources of ...06/11/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
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.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.1343To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide additional authorizations of appropriations for...06/05/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, ...
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.J.RES.81Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to control spending.
06/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.RES.1076Calling upon the courts to uphold the fundamental and constitutional right of parents to direct t...06/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property.
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.6137To remove the additional tariff on ethanol.
06/02/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
H.R.6138To repeal the prohibition on using certain funds to issue regulations on oil shale resources.
05/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
H.R.6001To rebalance the United States energy portfolio, to increase and utilize the Nation's domestic en...05/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.R.6146To amend title 28, United States Code, to prohibit recognition and enforcement of foreign defamat...05/23/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1088)
H.R.6134To restore certain fuels provisions enacted by section 1501 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, and...05/22/2008Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Me...
H.R.6136To amend the Clean Air Act to authorize the President to waive any requirement for an applicable ...05/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.CON.RES.334Supporting the goals and objectives of a National Military Appreciation Month.
05/22/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.1157To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Director of the National Institute of Env...05/21/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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.1106Expressing support for designation of April 2008 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and support...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.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.5872To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the ...05/19/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.789Honoring public child welfare agencies, nonprofit organizations and private entities providing se...05/14/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3857)
H.RES.1134Supporting the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month.
05/14/2008On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 r...
H.R.6025To amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide compensatory time for employees in the p...05/13/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E897-898)
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.5794To provide for the periodic review of the efficiency and public need for Federal agencies, to est...05/12/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
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.6015To require hospitals and ambulatory surgical centers to disclose charge-related information and t...05/12/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.5995To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to suspend the highway fuels taxes, to provide for a J...05/08/2008Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, and the ...
H.R.5984To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the limited continuation of clean energ...05/07/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.1179Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the People's Republic of China and all ...05/07/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.RES.1155Honoring the recipients of the El Dorado Promise scholarship.
05/06/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3101-3102)
H.R.5942To ensure the continued and future availability of lifesaving trauma health care in the United St...05/05/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials.
H.RES.952Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National ...05/05/2008Mr. Clay moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.CON.RES.322Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming th...04/28/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
H.R.5821To amend title 10, United States Code, to close loopholes in the prohibition on the sale or renta...04/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
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.R.5908To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a permanent zero percent capital gains rate...04/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.5440To amend the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 to establish a procedure for authorizi...04/23/2008Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Fossella. Petition No: 110-7.
H.J.RES.70Congratulating the Army Reserve on its centennial, which will be formally celebrated on April 23,...04/23/2008Signed by President.
H.RES.1140Recognizing the 10th Anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998.
04/23/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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.900To provide for a federally sanctioned self-determination process for the people of Puerto Rico. ...04/22/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 110-597.
H.RES.981Recognizing March 6, 2008, as the first-ever World Glaucoma Day, established to increase awarenes...04/22/2008Mr. Towns moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.5515To amend the Social Security Act to prevent unauthorized earnings from being credited toward bene...04/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
H.R.5757To amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require asset verification through access to inf...04/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.5783To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow taxpayers to make contributions to the Federa...04/14/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.886Expressing sympathy to the victims and families of the tragic acts of violence in Colorado Spring...04/14/2008Mr. Ellsworth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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.R.5771To prohibit the use of Federal funds for a project or program named for an individual then servin...04/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.5776To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income certain distributions fro...04/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1237To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide revised standards for quality assurance in scre...04/09/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, ...
H.R.2063To direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in consultation with the Secretary of Educa...04/09/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, ...
H.R.5714To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of the esta...04/08/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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.5699To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to protect uncompensated Internet activity by ...04/03/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.R.1312To expedite adjudication of employer petitions for aliens of extraordinary artistic ability.
04/02/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.R.5673To amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act to direct the Secretary of Defen...04/01/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.RES.1069Condemning the use of television programming by Hamas to indoctrinate hatred, violence, and anti-...04/01/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.5568To amend the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to clarify requi...03/18/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism.
H.R.5646To protect the second amendment rights of individuals to carry firearms and ammunition in units o...03/18/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
H.R.5596To extend the basic pilot program for employment eligibility confirmation.
03/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
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.1042Supporting the We Don't Serve Teens campaign.
03/12/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.5591To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow nontaxable employer matching contributions to...03/11/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.CON.RES.315Supporting the idea that coalition victory in Iraq is possible.
03/11/2008Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.5532To improve Federal land management, resource conservation, environmental protection, and use of F...03/10/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.
H.R.5567To rescind earmarks designated in the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008.
03/10/2008Referred to the House Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select).
H.RES.537Expressing support for the designation and goals of "National 9-1-1 Education Month", and for oth...03/10/2008DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 537.
H.R.5467To amend the Improper Payments Information Act of 2002 (31 U.S.C. 3321 note) in order to prevent ...03/06/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
H.R.5544To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize a demonstration project for integrated health...03/06/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.RES.1027Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to strike rule XXVIII, popularly known as the ...03/06/2008Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
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.R.5462To amend title 10, United States Code, to deny Federal funds for any State or city, county, or ot...02/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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.959Supporting the Adopt-a-Platoon program, which encourages support to deployed soldiers through let...02/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5490To reform the program for rental assistance under section 8 of the United States Housing Act of 1...02/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.4201To require State and local law enforcement agencies to determine the immigration status of all in...02/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
H.R.5445To amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to increase Medicare payments for physi...02/18/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.5450To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove cell phones from listed property under secti...02/14/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.5471To require the Consumer Product Safety Commission to prescribe rules requiring distinctive markin...02/14/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.RES.988Designating the month of March 2008 as "MRSA Awareness Month".
02/14/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.RES.971Expressing the sympathies and support of the House of Representatives for the individuals and ins...02/13/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
H.CON.RES.273Recognizing the 50th Anniversary of the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences.
02/08/2008Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S821)
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.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.4065To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to strengthen enforcement of the immigration laws, t...01/31/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism.
H.R.4987To require construction of fencing and security improvements in the border area from the Pacific ...01/31/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism.
H.R.5175To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the withholding of income and social securit...01/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.4853To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a pilot project on the use of educational ...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.R.3950To approve a final rule of the Department of Homeland Security relating to employers who receive ...01/22/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
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.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.CON.RES.235Regarding ending World Bank disbursements to Iran until the International Atomic Energy Agency ce...01/11/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology.
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.4845To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude overtime pay from gross income.
12/19/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.4852To amend part A of title IV of the Social Security Act to allow funds provided under the program ...12/19/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.881Honoring the life and mourning the death of John Berthoud, Ph.D.
12/17/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.4460To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for cooperative governing of individual health ...12/12/2007Referred 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.4311To authorize States to use funds provided for the Chafee Foster Care Independence Program to prov...12/06/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.CON.RES.267Calling on the President to commute the sentences of United States Border Patrol Agents Ignacio R...12/06/2007Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.4296To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require physician utilization of the Medicare ...12/05/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.4041To amend chapter 111 of title 28, United States Code, to limit the duration of Federal consent de...12/03/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.4130To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for certain servicemembers to become eligible f...11/16/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
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.4248To ensure access to recreational therapy in inpatient rehabilitation facilities, inpatient psychi...11/15/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2450)
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.3461To establish a public awareness campaign regarding Internet safety.
11/14/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Tra...
H.R.3958To amend title 31, United States Code, to require certain additional calculations to be included ...11/14/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
H.R.4119To change from March 31st to December 15th the date of submission to Congress of the audited fina...11/14/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
H.R.4160To withhold certain highway funds if a State does not comply with certain requirements in issuing...11/14/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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.R.4133To amend title X of the Public Health Service Act to prohibit family planning grants from being a...11/09/2007Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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.R.3882To amend title 38, United States Code, to change the length of the obligated period of service on...11/07/2007Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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.805Honoring the life of Dr. D. James Kennedy.
11/06/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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.R.3616To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study to determine the suitability and fe...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