Rep. Baird, Brian [D-WA-3]

An amendment to prohibit use of funds in the bill to file a motion under section 3730(b)(3) of title 31, United States Code, for an extension of time of more than 6 months, or to file more than one motion under such section in any case.

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An amendment to increase the amount for the Department of Energy by $100,500,000 through transfer of funds.

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An amendment numbered 7 printed in House Report 110-407 to direct the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to examine the lists of groups the members of which are presumed to be socially disadvantaged under the Small Disadvantaged Business program under section 8(a) of the Small Business Act and to consider whether the list should be updated to include additional groups.

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An amendment numbered 1 printed in House Report 109-144 to strike Title III of the bill relating to Continuity in Representation.

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An amendment to increase funding for the Community Oriented Policing Services by $10 million. Amendment also seeks to increase funding for the Drug Enforcement Administration by $10 million. Amendment reduces funding for the 2010 decennial census by $10 million. Amendment also seeks to reduce funding for the salaries and expenses of the Bureau of the Census by $10 million.

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An amendment numbered 4 printed in House Report 109-487 to provide $2.4 million in funding for electronic mapping of the Capitol c omplex, including the Capitol itself, the House and Senate office buildings, tunnels, parking facilities, and other areas identified by the Capitol Police. The funds are offset by funds appropriated for the printing and binding of Government publications by the Government Printing Office.

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An amendment numbered 10 printed in part B of House Report 108-456 to express the sense of Congress clarifying that the Buy America Act applies to overall projects, and not their component parts.

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An amendment numbered 14 printed in the Congressional Record to require the Justice Department, in cooperation with the Health and Human Services Department, to conduct a study of the creation of a nationwide, interstate tracking system of individuals convicted of, or under investigation for child abuse. This report will analyze the costs and benefits of different mechanisms for establishing the system and include the extent to which existing registries could be used. The report would be due to Congress within 90 days of enactment.

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An amendment numbered 19 printed in House Report 110-523 to direct the Secretary of Education to conduct a study on the costs and benefits of making student aid available to less than half-time students. The Secretary would then make recommendations on how to best design a demonstration loan program targeted for less than half-time students.

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To designate the buildings occupied by the Department of Transportation located at 1200 New Jersey Avenue, Southeast, and 1201 4th Street, Southeast, in the District of Columbia as the "James L. Oberstar United States Department of Transportation Building Complex".

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 2010

Designates buildings occupied by the Department of Transportation (DOT) located at 1200 New Jersey Avenue, Southeast, and 1201 4th Street, Southeast, in the District of Columbia as the James L. Oberstar United States Department of Transportation Building Complex for the period the buildings are occupied by the DOT.

Marine and Hydrokinetic Renewable Energy Promotion Act of 2010

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2010

Marine and Hydrokinetic Renewable Energy Promotion Act of 2010 - Amends the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to revise the program of marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy technology research, development, demonstration, and commercial application, including by requiring the program to include specified activities, including: (1) determining the potential availability, extractability, and cost-effectiveness of marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy generation in the United States; (2) designing and developing evaluation and performance standards domestically and with international partners; and (3) improving interagency collaboration to address challenges associated with the development of such technologies. Requires such program to be separate from the Department of Energy's (DOE) Wind and Hydropower Program. Requires the Secretary of Energy to establish a competitive marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy technology demonstration grant program to: (1) verify the performance, reliability, maintainability, environmental impact, and cost of technology components, devices, and system designs in an operating environment; and (2) facilitate the commercial application of technology components, devices, and systems at a variety of scales. Requires the Secretary to establish a competitive research, development, and demonstration grant program to identify and assess ways to avoid and minimize environmental impacts potentially arising from marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy technologies, devices, and systems. Requires the Secretary to award competitive grants to support modifying or constructing three or more geographically dispersed marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy technology research, development, and demonstration test facilities for the demonstration of multiple technologies in actual operating environments. Authorizes National Marine Renewable Energy Research, Development, and Demonstration Centers to serve as technology test facilities.

Expressing support for the goals and ideals of the inaugural USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington, D.C., and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2010

Expresses the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the inaugural USA Science & Engineering Festival to promote science scholarship and an interest in scientific research and development as the cornerstones of innovation and competition in America. Supports festivals, such as the USA Science & Engineering Festival, which focus on the importance of science and engineering to our everyday lives. Congratulates all the individuals and organizations whose efforts will make the Festival possible. Encourages families and their children to participate in the activities and exhibits which will occur on the National Mall and across America as satellite events of the Festival.

Congratulating the Seattle Storm for their remarkable season and winning the 2010 Women's National Basketball Association Championship.

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2010

Congratulates the Seattle Storm for winning the 2010 Women's National Basketball Association championship.

Honoring the historic contributions of veterans throughout all conflicts involving the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2010

Recognizes the courage, service, and sacrifice of all veterans and their historic contributions to the United States. Encourages: (1) the people of the United States to demonstrate their support for Veterans Day each year; and (2) schools and teachers to educate students on the historic contributions veterans have made to the country and its history, both while serving as members of the Armed Forces and after completing their service.

Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Coastal States Organization, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2010

Recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Coastal States Organization. Supports the role of states, territories, and commonwealths in the stewardship of coastal, ocean, and Great Lakes resources.

Expressing thanks to the people of Qatar for their assistance to the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

United States · United States Congress · 30 July 2010

Thanks the people of Qatar for their generous Hurricane Katrina assistance to the people of the U.S. Gulf Coast region.

Supporting the critical role of the physician assistant profession and supporting the goals and ideals of National Physician Assistant Week.

United States · United States Congress · 30 July 2010

Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Physician Assistant Week; and (2) the critical role of the physician assistant profession.

Nuclear Energy Research and Development Act of 2010

United States · United States Congress · 27 July 2010

Nuclear Energy Research and Development Act of 2010 - Amends the Energy Policy Act of 2005 to authorize appropriations for FY2011-FY2013 for: (1) core programs; (2) research and development technology (R & D) for the fuel cycle; (3) certain nuclear energy research programs; and (4) nuclear energy enabling technologies, including crosscutting nuclear energy concepts. Repeals the requirement that the Secretary of Energy implement: (1) the nuclear power 2010 program; (2) the generation IV nuclear energy systems initiative; and (3) the reactor production of hydrogen. Directs the Secretary to implement: (1) R & D to advance fission power systems and technologies (reactor concepts) to sustain currently deployed systems; (2) a small modular reactor program to promote R&D of small modular reactors; and (3) R&D on fuel cycle options that improve uranium resource utilization, maximize energy generation, minimize nuclear waste creation, improve safety, and mitigate risk of proliferation in support of a national strategy for spent nuclear fuel and reactor concepts. Instructs the Secretary, in carrying out certain optional initiatives, to consider the final report on a long-term nuclear waste solution produced by the Blue Ribbon Commission on America's Nuclear Future. Directs the Secretary to conduct a program to support the integration of certain activities undertaken through R&D programs for reactor concepts and crosscutting nuclear energy concepts. Requires the Secretary to report to Congress on: (1) the quantitative risks associated with the potential of a severe accident arising from the use of nuclear power; and (2) current technologies to mitigate the consequences of such an accident. Changes the location of the prototype Next Generation Nuclear reactor and associated Plant from the Idaho National Laboratory (IDL) to a construction site determined by the IDL-organized consortium of appropriate industrial partners through an open and transparent competitive selection process. Directs the Comptroller General to submit to Congress a status update of the Next Generation Nuclear Plant program. Requires the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish a nuclear energy standards committee to facilitate the development or revision of technical standards for new and existing nuclear power plants and advanced nuclear technologies.

Congratulating the Washington Stealth for winning the National Lacrosse League Championship.

United States · United States Congress · 21 July 2010

Congratulates the Washington Stealth for winning the National Lacrosse League Championship.

Congratulating the crew of the Ocean Watch for their remarkable voyage around North and South America and recognizing the importance of ocean and coastal conservation.

United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2010

Congratulates the crew of the Ocean Watch on the completion of their voyage circumnavigating North and South America with the mission of inspiring, educating, and engaging citizens on the importance of protecting the oceans. Expresses support for the goals and mission of Around the Americas in raising awareness and educating others about ocean health issues. Declares that the House of Representatives continues to promote scientific research and educational programs aimed at the preservation of U.S. oceans and coasts.

Expressing support for designation of June 30 as "National ESIGN Day".

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2010

Supports the designation of a National ESIGN Day. Recognizes the previous contribution made by Congress to the adoption of modern solutions that keep the United States on the leading technological edge. Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to facilitating interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly digital world.

Supporting and recognizing the achievements of the family planning services programs operating under title X of the Public Health Service Act.

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2010

Acknowledges the family planning services programs operating under title X of the Public Health Service Act as a critical component of the U.S. public health care system. Expresses support for the mission of such programs. Recognizes family planning providers at Title X health centers who work tirelessly to provide quality care to millions of low-income individuals.

Supporting Olympic Day on June 23, 2010, and congratulating Team USA and World Fit participants.

United States · United States Congress · 22 June 2010

Expresses support for: (1) Olympic Day and the goals that Olympic Day pursues; and (2) the goals of World Fit. Congratulates: (1) Team USA on their Vancouver 2010 accomplishments; and (2) World Fit's participants on the 2010 results.

Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Marine Awareness Day.

United States · United States Congress · 22 June 2010

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Marine Awareness Day.