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KELLER, Richard (Ric), a Representative from Florida; born in Johnson City, Washington County, Tenn., September 5, 1964; graduated from Boone High School, Orlando, Fla., 1982; B.A., East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tenn., 1986; J.D., Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tenn., 1992; lawyer, private practice; elected as a Republican to the One Hundred Seventh and to the two succeeding Congresses (January 3, 2001-present).
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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
H.R.6167To amend title 18, United States Code, to strengthen penalties for child pornography offenses, ch...07/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.4005To amend title 18, United States Code, to prevent misrepresentation of their ages by on-line pred...11/02/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.3479To amend title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 to require, as a precondition t...10/12/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
H.R.3150To increase and enhance law enforcement resources committed to investigation and prosecution of v...08/10/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.1522To promote the availability and use of the Federal student financial aid website of the Departmen...06/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.1689To provide support to combat illegal downloading on college and university campuses.
06/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.1615To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide penalties for aiming laser pointers at airplane...05/23/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.1118To amend the Controlled Substances Act to enhance criminal penalties for drug trafficking offense...03/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.1488To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expand the exclusion for employer-provided educatio...03/13/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
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.1424A bill to provide authority for the Federal Government to purchase and insure certain types of tr...10/03/2008Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 1525, the House moved to agree to the Senate amendments. (c...
H.R.5714To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of the esta...10/03/2008Mr. Skelton asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.R.6034To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for relief to surviving spouses and child...10/03/2008Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 110-911.
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.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.393Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month".
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.CON.RES.429Recognizing the importance of the United States wine industry to the American economy.
10/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
H.R.6045To amend title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to extend the authoriz...10/01/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
H.R.5872To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial of the ...09/30/2008Presented to President.
H.R.6338To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4233 West Hillsboro Boul...09/30/2008Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10129-10130)
H.RES.245Recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.RES.1122Recognizing Armed Forces Day.
09/27/2008Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
H.RES.1262Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Commerce should use al...09/27/2008Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H10215)
H.R.6889To extend the authority of the Secretary of Education to purchase guaranteed student loans for an...09/26/2008Presented to President.
H.R.7072To make technical corrections in the Ensuring Continued Access to Student Loans Act of 2008.
09/25/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.6853A bill to establish in the Federal Bureau of Investigation the Nationwide Mortgage Fraud Coordina...09/23/2008Received in the Senate.
H.RES.1042Supporting the We Don't Serve Teens campaign.
09/23/2008Mr. Pallone moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.6772To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1717 Orange Avenue in Fo...09/22/2008Received in the Senate.
H.RES.1372Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the University of Nebraska at Omaha and recognizing the part...09/17/2008Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8368-8369)
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.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.6566To bring down energy prices by increasing safe, domestic production, encouraging the development ...09/04/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
H.R.4918To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Miami, Florida, as the "Bruce W. Car...08/12/2008Signed by President.
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.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.1391Prohibiting the House of Representatives from adjourning until it has approved a bill to establis...07/30/2008Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
H.RES.901Congratulating University of Florida Quarterback Timothy "Tim" Tebow for winning the Heisman Trop...07/29/2008Mr. Hare moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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.R.5168To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 19101 Cortez Boulevard i...07/15/2008Signed by President.
H.R.5898To authorize a grant program to help establish and improve State-administered notification system...07/15/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.6490To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to promote the safe use of the Intern...07/14/2008Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
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.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.R.4264To name the Department of Veterans Affairs spinal cord injury center in Tampa, Florida, as the "M...06/27/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
H.R.2407To establish the National Hurricane Research Initiative to improve hurricane preparedness, and fo...06/26/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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.J.RES.96Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to permit the penalty of death fo...06/26/2008Referred to the House 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.1282Encouraging the President to revoke the Executive memorandum banning energy production on America...06/20/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5734)
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.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.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.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.2517To amend the Missing Children's Assistance Act to authorize appropriations, and for other purpose...06/03/2008Signed by President.
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.5924To provide relief for the shortage of nurses in the United States, and for other purposes.
06/03/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and Internat...
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.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.R.6145To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to include within the certification required for certain ...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.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.980To provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or their po...05/15/2008S.AMDT.4751 Cloture motion on amendment SA 4751 withdrawn by unanimous consent in Senate.
H.R.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.4279To enhance remedies for violations of intellectual property laws, and for other purposes.
05/12/2008Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.5715To ensure continued availability of access to the Federal student loan program for students and f...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.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.R.5760To reauthorize the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, and for other purposes.
04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.5782To amend chapter 44 of title 18, United States Code, to provide for reciprocity in regard to the ...04/28/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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.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.5905To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide individuals a deduction for commuting expen...04/24/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.RES.1016Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of William F. Buckley, Jr...04/23/2008Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
H.R.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.R.3646To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Labor to conduct a joint study o...04/16/2008Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.RES.1116Honoring the life of Claude Denson Pepper, distinguished former Senator and Representative from F...04/16/2008Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.R.5606To amend the National Child Protection Act of 1993 to establish a permanent background check syst...04/14/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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.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.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.5676To designate the historic Federal Building located at 100 North Palafox Street in Pensacola, Flor...04/02/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
H.RES.1009Recognizing school resource officers and their crucial role in keeping America's students, teache...03/17/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
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.807Honoring the life of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, champion of the Florida Everglades and founder of ...03/04/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1197-1198)
H.RES.845Recognizing the 60th anniversary of Everglades National Park.
03/04/2008Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1195-1197)
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.R.4342To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 824 Manatee Avenue West ...02/27/2008Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Finan...
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.RES.965Condemning the actions and statements of Venezuelan president Hugo Rafael Chavez Frias.
02/07/2008Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
H.R.5222To rescind funds appropriated by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008, for the City of Berke...02/06/2008Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
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.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.908Supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month.
01/23/2008DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 908.
H.RES.932Expressing support for designation of the week of February 4 through February 8, 2008 as "Nationa...01/23/2008DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 932.
H.R.4995To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce corporate marginal income tax rates, and for...01/16/2008Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.2671To designate the United States courthouse located at 301 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida, as t...12/21/2007Signed by President.
H.R.3315To provide that the great hall of the Capitol Visitor Center shall be known as Emancipation Hall....12/18/2007Became Public Law No: 110-139.
H.RES.843Mourning the passing of Congressman Henry J. Hyde and celebrating his leadership and service to t...12/17/2007Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15504-15507)
H.RES.856Expresses heartfelt sympathy for the victims and families of the shootings in Omaha, Nebraska, on...12/17/2007Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H15476-15477)
H.R.4460To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for cooperative governing of individual health ...12/12/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.695Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the designation of a National Fire Fig...12/11/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 695.
H.R.1759To establish guidelines and incentives for States to establish arsonist registries and to require...12/06/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.3518To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1430 South Highway 29 in...11/30/2007Signed by President.
H.R.3530To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1400 Highway 41 North in...11/30/2007Signed by President.
H.R.4176To enhance national security by restricting access of illegal aliens to driver's licenses and Sta...11/15/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
H.CON.RES.260Condemning the kidnapping and hostage-taking of 3 United States citizens for over 4 years by the ...11/15/2007Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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.3922To expand and improve Federal gang prevention programs.
11/14/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
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.CON.RES.211Supporting the goals and ideals of World Diabetes Day.
11/14/2007Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
H.RES.815Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that staff-led tours of the United States Ca...11/09/2007Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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.R.4116To provide for the issuance of a veterans health care stamp.
11/08/2007Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on...
H.R.4126To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce the depreciation recovery period for certain...11/08/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.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.R.3120To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Stranahan H...10/30/2007Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.3927To temporarily extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes...10/30/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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.3747To enhance the workforce investment system of the Nation by strengthening one-stop career centers...10/23/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.3934To amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify the tariffs on certain foo...10/23/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.3888To provide for a 5-year SCHIP reauthorization for coverage of low-income children, an expansion o...10/18/2007Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and M...
H.R.3566To permanently extend the waiver authority of the Secretary under the Higher Education Relief Opp...10/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.RES.549Recognizing the importance of America's Waterway Watch program, and for other purposes.
10/17/2007Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H11655-11656)
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.3779To require the Architect of the Capitol to permit the acknowledgment of God on flag certificates....10/09/2007Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
H.RES.687Resolution recognizing Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., for his contributions to the civil ...10/09/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 687.
H.R.3746To amend and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965.
10/04/2007Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
H.R.2905To prevent the Federal Communications Commission from repromulgating the fairness doctrine.
10/03/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H11174)
H.RES.700Supporting the We Don't Serve Teens campaign.
10/02/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.1400To enhance United States diplomatic efforts with respect to Iran by imposing additional economic ...09/26/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urba...
H.RES.641Acknowledging the importance of understanding the history of the United States of America and rec...09/25/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H10761)
H.RES.663Supporting the goals and ideals of Veterans of Foreign Wars Day.
09/25/2007Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10775-10776)
H.R.1293To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for a 2-year moratorium on certain Med...09/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H10738)
H.R.1110To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow Federal civilian and military retirees to pay...09/20/2007Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
H.R.3618To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize a grant to a qualified youth-serving organiza...09/20/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.3622To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the treatment of qualified restaurant proper...09/20/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1940-1941)
H.CON.RES.216Recognizing the wine and winegrape industry of Texas for having an economic impact of $1,000,000,...09/20/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.3257To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to improve standards for physical edu...09/19/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.3584To amend title XXI of the Social Security Act to extend funding for 18 months for the State Child...09/19/2007Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
H.R.601To expand the definition of independent student in the Higher Education Act of 1965 to include ho...09/07/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H10267)
H.CON.RES.165Supporting the goals and ideals of National Teen Driver Safety Week.
09/06/2007Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
H.R.1722To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 601 Banyan Trail in Boca...08/09/2007Signed by President.
H.R.1700To amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to enhance the COPS ON THE BEAT g...08/03/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.RES.488Congratulating the Detroit Tigers for winning the 2006 American League Pennant and for bringing t...07/30/2007Committee on Oversight and Government discharged.
H.RES.501Commending Craig Biggio of the Houston Astros for reaching 3,000 base hits as a Major League Base...07/30/2007Committee on Oversight and Government discharged.
H.R.2559To temporarily extend the programs under the Higher Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes...07/24/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.2564To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit human cloning.
07/16/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.RES.487Recognizing the contribution of modeling and simulation technology to the security and prosperity...07/16/2007Mr. Gordon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.R.3035To award a Congressional Gold Medal to Jerry Lewis in recognition of his outstanding service to t...07/12/2007Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.1994To provide more transparency in the financial aid process and to ensure that students are receivi...07/09/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.1761To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to establish the Teacher Incentive Fu...06/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.R.1829To develop a national system of oversight of States for sexual misconduct in the elementary and s...06/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
H.CON.RES.176Expressing the sense of the Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to honor...06/27/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.2286To amend title 18, United States Code, and the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure with respect t...06/26/2007Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
H.R.322To derive human pluripotent stem cell lines using techniques that do not harm human embryos.
06/25/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7063-7065)
H.R.1120To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require recipients of universal service support for sc...06/18/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6408-6409)
H.R.2734To make the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 and certain other tax benef...06/14/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR 6/12/2007 H6245)
H.R.990To provide all low-income students with the same opportunity to receive a Pell Grant by suspendin...06/05/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.1367To amend section 712 of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, section 2705 of the ...06/05/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.2106To ensure that sex offenders and sexually violent predators are not eligible for parole.
06/04/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
H.R.2183To prevent legislative and regulatory functions from being usurped by civil liability actions bro...06/04/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law.
H.R.1402To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 320 South Lecanto Highwa...06/01/2007Signed by President.
H.R.2550To amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to recreational vessels.
05/25/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment.
H.RES.402Supporting the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week.
05/21/2007Mr. Melancon moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.R.866To amend the National Labor Relations Act to ensure the right of employees to a secret-ballot ele...05/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.2332To strengthen sanctions against the Government of Syria, to enhance multilateral commitment to ad...05/18/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
H.R.2370To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the establishment of financial security...05/17/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1075)
H.R.2380To make the repeal of the estate tax permanent.
05/17/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.471To repeal the sunset of the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act of 2001 with respec...05/16/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5058)
H.R.2303To provide for the issuance of a "forever stamp" to honor the sacrifices of the brave men and wom...05/14/2007Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
H.R.241To amend title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to improve access and cho...05/09/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions.
H.R.472To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to address the issues of college affordability and tran...05/09/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
H.R.1832To establish the National Hurricane Research Initiative to improve hurricane preparedness, and fo...05/09/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
H.R.137To amend title 18, United States Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting, and fo...05/03/2007Signed by President.
H.RES.351Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Federal authorities should strengthen a...05/02/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E930)
H.RES.298To commend the University of Florida Gators for their historic win in the 2007 National Collegiat...05/01/2007DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 298.
H.RES.334Supporting the goals and ideals of National Community College Month.
05/01/2007Mrs. McCarthy (NY) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
H.R.1490To provide for a presumption of service-connectedness for certain claims for benefits under the l...04/17/2007Subcommittee Hearings Held.
H.R.1876To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income of individual taxpayers d...04/17/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1888To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a shorter recovery period for the depreciat...04/17/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1609To award posthumously a Congressional Gold Medal to Constantino Brumidi.
04/13/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Trade, and Technology.
H.R.1589To amend title 10, United States Code, to repeal the offset from surviving spouse annuities under...04/03/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
H.R.1665To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide Medicare beneficiaries greater choice ...04/03/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
H.R.1787To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create Catastrophe Savings Accounts.
03/29/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.631To prohibit Federal agencies from obligating funds for earmarks included only in congressional re...03/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Government Management, Organization, and Procurement.
H.R.1399To restore Second Amendment rights in the District of Columbia.
03/27/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Workforce, Post Office, and the District of Columbia.
H.R.511To pledge the faithful support of Congress to members of the United States Armed Forces serving i...03/20/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2676-2677)
H.R.1062To require the President to report to Congress on the extent to which the Government of Iraq is f...03/20/2007Committee Hearings Held.
H.R.1584To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend and modify the railroad track maintenance cr...03/20/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1586To repeal the Federal estate and gift taxes.
03/20/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1610To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce the tax on beer to its pre-1991 level.
03/20/2007Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
H.R.1537To modernize credit union net worth standards, advance credit union efforts to promote economic g...03/15/2007Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
H.R.1459To improve Medicare beneficiary access by extending the 60 percent compliance threshold use