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Biography
JONES, Walter Beaman, Jr., (son of Walter Beaman Jones, Sr.), a Representative from North Carolina; born in Farmville, Pitt County, N.C., February 10, 1943; graduated from Hargrave Military Academy, Chatham, Va., 1961; B.A., Atlantic Christian College (now Barton College), Wilson, N.C., 1966; North Carolina National Guard, 1967-1971; member of the North Carolina state house of representatives, 1983-1992; unsuccessful candidate for nomination to the One Hundred Third Congress in 1992; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Fourth and to the five succeeding Congresses (January 3, 1995-present).
Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.R.6192To make payments by the Department of Homeland Security to a State contingent on a State providin...09/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight.
H.RES.1421Solemnly commemorating the 25th anniversary of the tragic October 1983 terrorist bombing of the U...09/25/2008Considered as unfinished business.
H.R.6233To reinstate the Interim Management Strategy governing off-road vehicle use in the Cape Hatteras ...09/11/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.6662To require the Department of Defense to grant access to accredited members of the media at milita...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6743To require the Secretary of Defense to establish a pilot program under which the Secretary may fu...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6514To amend title 10, United States Code, to ensure that every military chaplain has the prerogative...08/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6812To prohibit United States foreign assistance to countries with budget surpluses.
08/01/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.5993To promote congressional and public awareness, understanding, and political accountability of pre...07/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.RES.1378Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to authorize and direct the Speaker to issue r...07/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
H.R.3032To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to permit candidates for election for Federal ...07/16/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
H.RES.1267Congratulating the Mount Olive College Trojans for winning the 2008 National Collegiate Athletic ...06/11/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.2026To amend section 1922A of title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount of supplemental in...05/28/2008Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity Discharged.
H.R.6047To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to mandate early access by desperately ill pati...05/15/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.RES.1183Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to observe a moment of silence in the House on...05/08/2008Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
H.R.5441To amend title 10, United States Code,to extend the special survivor indemnity allowance to survi...02/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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.RES.887Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a commemorative postage stamp should be...12/18/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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.3581To clarify the roles of the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs disability e...10/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.3659To prohibit a school from receiving Federal funds if the school prevents a student from displayin...09/25/2007Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.J.RES.53To amend the War Powers Resolution to ensure the collective judgment of both the Congress and the...09/25/2007Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a pe...
H.CON.RES.49Concurrent resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Military Order of the Purple Heart ...08/03/2007Referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.3077To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of imported seafood and se...07/18/2007Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.346To redesignate the Department of the Navy as the Department of the Navy and Marine Corps.
06/20/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6810)
H.RES.329Congratulating the Barton College men's basketball team for winning the 2007 NCAA Division II Men...06/12/2007Mr. Hare moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.R.681To prohibit a State from receiving Federal education funds unless the State has certain policies ...05/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.2200To amend title 5, United States Code, relating to the use of the leave transfer program by wounde...05/16/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.
H.R.2275To restore the Free Speech and First Amendment rights of churches and exempt organizations by rep...05/10/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1550To reduce the reporting and certification burdens for certain financial institutions of sections ...03/15/2007Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.1447To amend sections 5313 and 5318 of title 31, United States Code, to reform certain requirements f...03/09/2007Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.657To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for forgiveness of certain overpayments of reti...02/01/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.J.RES.14Concerning the use of military force by the United States against Iran.
01/12/2007Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.417To amend title 10, United States Code, to change the eligibility requirements for appointment as ...01/11/2007Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
H.R.418To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permit military death gratuities to be contributed ...01/11/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.347To amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require political committees which are asso...01/09/2007Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.R.348To amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that a Member of Congress convicted of any of ce...01/09/2007Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight ...


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
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.6092To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 Tallapoosa Street in...10/07/2008Signed by 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.5546To amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' acc...10/03/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 110-913.
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.6341To amend the Commodity Exchange Act to provide for regulation of energy derivatives, and for othe...10/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management.
H.R.6598To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit certain conduct relating to the use of horses ...10/03/2008House Committee on Agriculture Granted an extension for further consideration ending not later th...
H.R.6849To amend the commodity provisions of the Food, Conservation, and Energy Act of 2008 to permit pro...10/03/2008Presented to President.
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.5244To amend the Truth in Lending Act to establish fair and transparent practices relating to the ext...10/02/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
H.R.5611To reform the National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers, and for other purposes.
10/02/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
H.R.7240To direct the Securities and Exchange Commission to issue rules regarding short selling of securi...10/02/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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.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.7180To enhance the capacity of the United States Government to fully implement the Senator Paul Simon...09/28/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2127-2128)
H.RES.1122Recognizing Armed Forces Day.
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.RES.1392Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Life Insurance Awareness Month".
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.RES.1436Congratulating the Waipio Little League baseball team for winning the 2008 Little League World Ch...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.R.758To require that health plans provide coverage for a minimum hospital stay for mastectomies, lumpe...09/25/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9896)
H.RES.1493Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National ...09/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.R.7022To reform the financing of House elections, and for other purposes.
09/23/2008Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committees on Energy an...
H.R.6939To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide two-fiscal year budget authority for certain me...09/18/2008Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
H.R.6955To suspend contributions by the Federal National Mortgage Association and Federal Home Loan Mortg...09/18/2008Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
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.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.6896To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the reduction in the rate of tax on ...09/15/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.1200Honoring the dedication and outstanding work of military support groups across the country for th...09/15/2008Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.1776To require employees at a call center who either initiate or receive telephone calls to disclose ...09/12/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.RES.1307Commemorating the Kingdom of Bhutan's participation in the 2008 Smithsonian Folklife Festival and...09/09/2008Mr. Baird moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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.4210To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 401 Washington Avenue in...08/12/2008Signed by President.
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.RES.1316Honoring the service of the Navy and Coast Guard veterans who served on the Landing Ship Tank (LS...08/01/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7803-7804)
H.R.6691To restore Second Amendment rights in the District of Columbia.
07/31/2008Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on...
H.R.6756To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide tax incentives for clean coal technology, a...07/31/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.CON.RES.361Commemorating Irena Sendler, a woman whose bravery saved the lives of thousands during the Holoca...07/31/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.2192To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish an Ombudsman within the Department of Veteran...07/30/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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.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.RES.1248Resolution recognizing the service of the USS Farenholt and her crew who served the United States...07/30/2008Mr. Ellsworth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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.R.6573To create an Office of Domestic Product Promotion within the Department of Commerce to promote th...07/22/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.RES.1139Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and congratulating the men a...07/22/2008Mr. Abercrombie moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1358Honoring the life of the Reverend Billy Graham on the occasion of his 90th birthday and recognizi...07/21/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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.R.6551To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a loan repayment program for faculty member...07/17/2008Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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.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.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.6521To reform the regulation of certain housing-related Government-sponsored enterprises.
07/16/2008Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Mea...
H.R.6527To amend the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 to exempt any solar energy project on land...07/16/2008Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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.CON.RES.299Supporting the goals and ideals of National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month.
07/16/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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.2728To designate the station of the United States Border Patrol located at 25762 Madison Avenue in Mu...07/15/2008Signed by President.
H.CON.RES.297Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the beginning of the integration of the Armed Forces.
07/15/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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.RES.1182Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that American flags flown on Federal Governm...07/14/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6432-6433)
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.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.1325Honoring the life of Jesse Alexander Helms, Jr., distinguished former Senator from North Carolina...07/10/2008Committee on House Administration discharged.
H.R.6180To require a review of existing trade agreements and renegotiation of existing trade agreements b...07/02/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
H.CON.RES.370Expressing support for designation of September 2008 as "Gospel Music Heritage Month" and honorin...06/27/2008Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.3298To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to allow individuals called to military service to t...06/26/2008Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
H.R.5935To require certain Federal agencies to use iron and steel produced in the United States in carryi...06/26/2008Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight Discharged.
H.R.6419To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income compensation received by ...06/26/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.970Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National Corvette Day".
06/26/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6121)
H.RES.1231Supporting the goals and ideals of Vietnam Veterans Day and calling on the American people to rec...06/26/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H6121)
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.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.4044To amend title 11 of the United States Code to exempt for a limited period, from the application ...06/24/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.1301Calling upon the Government of Zimbabwe to postpone the run-off presidential election scheduled f...06/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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.6205To amend title 37, United States Code, to require the payment of monthly special pay for members ...06/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.6278To amend title 49, United States Code, to prohibit the transportation of horses in interstate tra...06/18/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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.5454To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption of service connection of amyotr...06/12/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.6264To prevent excessive speculation in over-the-counter derivatives markets for certain energy commo...06/12/2008Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture.
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.RES.127Recognizing and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the entry of Alaska in the Union as the 49th ...06/09/2008Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.RES.1243Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of fathers in the healthy development of children, sup...06/09/2008Mr. Yarmuth moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.R.4008To amend the Fair Credit Reporting Act to make technical corrections to the definition of willful...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.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.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.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.R.5857To establish licensing and registration requirements for residential mortgage originators, improv...05/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.752To direct Federal agencies to transfer excess Federal electronic equipment, including computers, ...05/22/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Gove...
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.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.2744To amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to clarify the eligibility requirements with re...05/21/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, ...
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.R.6105To amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require that concurrent ...05/21/2008Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees o...
H.R.2885To amend the Credit Repair Organizations Act to clarify the applicability of certain provisions t...05/20/2008Committee Hearings Held.
H.RES.961Commending the Alaska Army National Guard for its service to the State of Alaska and the citizens...05/20/2008Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.6022To suspend the acquisition of petroleum for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and for other purpos...05/19/2008Presented to President.
H.RES.1147Congratulating the Northern Kentucky University Norse women's basketball team, champions of the 2...05/19/2008Mr. Bishop (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.6009To leverage market forces to bring greater efficiency and capacity to domestic refineries, to bri...05/13/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources.
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.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.3468To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1704 Weeksville Road in ...05/07/2008Signed by President.
H.R.3803To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3100 Cashwell Drive in G...05/07/2008Signed by President.
H.R.4211To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 725 Roanoke Avenue in Ro...05/07/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5960To amend the Trade Act of 1974 to provide for a limitation on presidential discretion with respec...05/07/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
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.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.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.R.5977To amend title 49, United States Code, to require a motor carrier, broker, or freight forwarder t...05/06/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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.CON.RES.341Celebrating 75 years of effective State-based alcohol regulation and recognizing State lawmakers,...05/05/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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.1043Honoring the life and legacy of Chief Standing Bear, a pioneer in civil rights for Native America...04/29/2008Mr. Rahall moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.RES.1165Honoring the life and accomplishments of the actor Jimmy Stewart and the contributions he made to...04/29/2008Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.5728To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individual taxpayers to designate a portion o...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Border, Maritime, and Global Counterterrorism.
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.3327To amend the Animal Welfare Act to prohibit dog fighting ventures.
04/25/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
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.906To promote and coordinate global change research, and for other purposes.
04/24/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Science and Technology. H. Rept. 110-605, Part I.
H.R.5910To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit human-animal hybrids.
04/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
H.CON.RES.333Expressing continued support for employee stock ownership plans.
04/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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.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.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.5847To prohibit United States funding for the 2009 United Nations Durban Review Conference ("Durban I...04/17/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.RES.1123Calling on the President of the United States not to commit the United States to any status of fo...04/17/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.5816To prohibit assistance for the Carter Center located in Atlanta, Georgia.
04/16/2008Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations,...
H.CON.RES.329Expressing the sense of Congress that former Presidents and high-ranking political figures should...04/16/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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.994Expressing support for designation of a National Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia Awareness Day.
04/14/2008Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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.5768To amend the Commodity Exchange Act to provide the Commodity Futures Trading Commission authority...04/10/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E580)
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.1593To reauthorize the grant program for reentry of offenders into the community in the Omnibus Crime...04/09/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5752To provide for the security of United States passports, and for other purposes.
04/09/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.RES.838Welcoming His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI on his first apostolic visit to the United States.
04/09/2008Mr. Payne moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.RES.265Honoring military children during "National Month of the Military Child".
04/08/2008Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.5713To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to clarify the eligibility for certain fuels credits f...04/04/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.CON.RES.321Expressing the need for a more comprehensive diplomatic initiative led by the United States, Iraq...04/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services,...
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.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.5594To require the Commandant of the Coast Guard to conduct an evaluation and review of certain vesse...03/12/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
H.RES.953Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that all Americans should participate in a m...03/12/2008DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 953.
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.RES.948Congratulating the University of Kansas ("KU") football team for winning the 2008 FedEx Orange Bo...03/11/2008Considered as unfinished business.
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.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.5229To amend title 38, United States Code, to remove certain limitations on the transfer of entitleme...02/29/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.5465To require the Department of Defense to implement a pain care initiative, and for other purposes....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.929Commending the Appalachian State University Mountaineers for winning the 2007 National Collegiate...02/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.4157To provide that human life shall be deemed to begin with fertilization.