Records
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 40 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 9 January 2009
Amends Rule XI (Procedures of Committees and Unfinished Business) of the Rules of the House of Representatives to require each standing committee or subcommittee to hold: (1) periodic hearings on the topic of waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement in government programs which that committee may authorize; (2) at least one hearing in any session regarding committee receipt of disclaimers of agency financial statements from auditors of any federal agency that the committe may authorize to hear testimony on such disclaimers from agency representatives; and (3) at least one hearing on issues raised by reports issued by the Comptroller General indicating that federal programs or operations that the committee may authorize are at high risk for waste, fraud, and mismanagement, known as the "high-risk list" or the "high-risk series."
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 49 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 12 February 2009
Declares that Congress should not impose any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge relating to the public performance of sound recordings on a local radio station for broadcasting sound recordings over-the-air, or on any business for such public performance of sound recordings.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 105 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 23 April 2009
Supports designation of National Travel and Tourism Week.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 167 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 July 2009
Supports the goals and ideals of National Aerospace Day. Recognizes the contributions of the aerospace industry to the history, economy, security, and educational system of the United States.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 139 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 June 2009
Congratulates the 207 graduates of the first United States Air Force Academy class on the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Acknowledges the continued excellence of the Academy and its critical role in the defense of the United States. Recognizes the outstanding service that Academy graduates have provided.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 129 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 May 2009
Congratulates the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 1,000 Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols. Honors and thanks the crews of such submarines and their families for their continued dedication and sacrifice.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 206 (111th)open
United States · United States Congress · 28 October 2009
Commends the soldiers, their families, and the civilian personnel at Fort Gordon for their service and dedication to the United States. Recognizes: (1) the contributions of Fort Gordon to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom; and (2) Fort Gordon as a pivotal communications training installation for the United States Army Signal Corps.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 272 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 29 April 2010
Recognizes the many contributions made by general aviation pilots and operators to the Haiti earthquake relief efforts. Encourages the continued generosity of general aviation pilots and operators in the ongoing humanitarian relief efforts in Haiti.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 290 (111th)referred
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.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 58 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 13 January 2009
Commends the University of Florida Gators for winning the Bowl Championship Series National Championship. Recognizes the achievements of the players, coaches, students, and support staff who were instrumental in the victory.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 166 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 12 February 2009
Recognizes the 450th birthday of the city of Pensacola, Florida.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 152 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 10 February 2009
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is to be commended for its role in preserving transatlantic peace; (2) the NATO allies at the April 2009 Summit meeting should articulate an Alliance vision for the 21st century; (3) NATO must act upon the threat posed by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and terrorism by intensifying consultations among political and military leaders and deploying comprehensive counter-threat capabilities; (4) the Alliance should pace the process of NATO enlargement; and (5) while maintaining its unequivocal right to make its own decisions, NATO should seek to strengthen its relations with Russia as an essential partner in building long-term peace in the Euro-Atlantic area.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 35 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 8 January 2009
Calls for an increase in federal funding for diabetes research to meet the goals of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) so that a cure for type 1 diabetes can be found.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 266 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 21 April 2010
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the government of Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO); and (2) the U.S. government should take a leading role in gaining international support for granting Taiwan observer status in the ICAO.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 341 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 21 April 2009
Expresses the heartfelt sympathy of the House of Representatives for the victims and families of the shootings in Geneva and Coffee Counties in Alabama on March 10, 2009. Conveys the gratitude of the House to the city and county officials, and all the police, fire, sheriff, and emergency medical teams who responded swiftly to the scene and helped prevent further violence.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 330 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 2 April 2009
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of the Navy should name an appropriate Navy ship in honor of Marine Corps General Clifton B. Cates of Tiptonville, Tennessee.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 388 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 30 April 2009
Celebrates the role of mothers in the United States and supports the goals and ideals of Mother's Day.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 259 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 18 March 2009
Recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during World War II. Expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who participated in the D-day operations.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 396 (111th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 4 May 2009
Commends the students of the first graduating class at the University of California, Merced, the class of 2009, for their pioneering spirit, dedication, efforts, and desire to help establish an institution that puts Merced on the road to opportunity and promises to inspire the educational dreams of young people in this underserved region for generations to come.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 472 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2009
Congratulates and salutes the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) for celebrating its 70th anniversary. Commends the AOPA for: (1) creating the AOPA Air Safety Foundation nearly 60 years ago to improve general aviation safety; (2) helping lead the recovery of the United States general aviation light aircraft manufacturing industry; and (3) setting the stage for development of the Next Generation Air Transportation System.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 387 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 30 April 2009
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Hurricane Preparedness Week. Encourages the staff of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), especially the National Weather Service and the National Hurricane Center, and other appropriate federal agencies to continue their outstanding work of educating people about hurricane preparedness. Urges the people of the United States to recognize such week as an opportunity to learn more about the Center's work in forecasting hurricanes and educating citizens about the potential risks of the storms.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 385 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 30 April 2009
Celebrates the life of Millard Fuller, the founder of Habitat for Humanity. Honors Millard Fuller for three decades of leadership and service through Habitat for Humanity. Urges the people of the United States to recognize and pay tribute to Millard Fuller's life and legacy of service by carrying on his vision for a kinder, gentler world.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 505 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2009
Offers the condolences of the House of Representatives to the family of Dr. George Tiller. Declares that the House commits to the American principle that tolerance must always be superior to intolerance, and that violence is never an appropriate response to a difference in beliefs.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 476 (111th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2009
Celebrates the 30th anniversary of the month of June as Black Music Month.