Records
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 31 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 February 1999
Requires the Capitol Police Board to: (1) designate or establish a flag pole upon which the U.S. flag shall be flown at half-staff for one day whenever a Federal, State, local, or territorial law enforcement officer is slain in the line of duty; (2) post, in close proximity to the flag, public notice of the name, tenure of service, and jurisdiction of the officer being honored; and (3) present such flag to the officer's family.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 60 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 18 March 1999
Expresses the sense of Congress that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend and the U.S. Postal Service should issue a series of commemorative postage stamps in 1999 honoring the legacy and the continuing contributions of veterans service organizations to America.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 78 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 March 1999
Recognizes that payment by the United States of its assessment for the regular budget and the peacekeeping operations of the United Nations (UN) is a solemn treaty obligation, voluntarily undertaken through U.S. ratification of the UN Charter. States Congress' belief that resolution of financing and reform issues in the UN can lead to its capability to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Concludes that U.S. leadership in meeting financial obligations to, and working with other countries to achieve reform in, the UN is indispensable to its future viability. Commits to continuing U.S. leadership in the UN by honoring U.S. past and current legal financial obligations to it. Resolves to meet the financial obligations of the United States to the UN in a full and timely manner consistent with international law and the U.S. role as a founder and responsible UN Member.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 54 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 11 March 1999
Recognizes the historic significance of the first anniversary of the Good Friday Peace Agreement. Salutes British Prime Minister Tony Blair and Irish Taoiseach Bertie Ahern and the elected representatives of the political parties in Northern Ireland for creating the opportunity for a negotiated peace. Commends Senator George Mitchell for his leadership on behalf of the United States in guiding the parties toward peace. Congratulates the people of the Republic of Ireland and of Northern Ireland for their commitment to work together in peace. Reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation that exist between the United States and the Governments of the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 49 (106th)open
United States · United States Congress · 10 March 1999
Permits the Earth Force Youth Bike Summit, subject to specified conditions, to sponsor a bike rodeo on the Capitol grounds on May 5, 1999.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 109 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 18 May 1999
Commends the people of Israel for reaffirming, in the May 17 election, Israel's dedication to democratic ideals. Congratulates Ehud Barak on his election as Prime Minister of Israel. Pledges that Congress will work with the President of the United States and the new Israeli Government to strengthen the bonds between the United States and Israel and to advance the cause of peace in the Middle East.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 116 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 25 May 1999
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the International Labor Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work is an important achievement that may help advance core labor standards in a competitive global economy; and (2) the President should use all means at the President's disposal to ensure that the Declaration and its Follow Up Mechanism evolve into an effective means of monitoring worldwide compliance with core labor standards.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 123 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 27 May 1999
Commends the bravery and honor of the citizens of Remy, France, for their actions with respect to the American fighter pilot Lieutenant Houston Braly during and after August 1944. Recognizes the efforts of the surviving members of the U.S. 364th Fighter Group to raise funds to restore the stained glass windows of Remy's 13th century church.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 120 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 26 May 1999
Calls for the Citizens Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend and the Postal Service to issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring the U.S. Submarine Force on its 100th anniversary.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 135 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 16 June 1999
Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) any premium support, privatization, or voucher plan for the Medicare program (title XVIII of the Social Security Act) should be rejected; (2) the eligibility age for Medicare should not be increased; (3) no copayment should be imposed on home health care; (4) specified changes should be made to Medicare to improve and extend it; and (5) the current guarantee of Medicare benefits should not be eliminated.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 126 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 7 June 1999
Honors the ExploraVision Awards Program as an innovative national student science competition for its outstanding contribution to science education. Encourages students in kindergarten through grade 12 across the country to participate in this innovative student science competition. Commends the Toshiba Corporation and the National Science Teachers Association for their dedication to such Program. Authorizes and requests the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to support the goals of such Program.
Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 141 (106th)open
United States · United States Congress · 22 June 1999
Expresses the sense of Congress that all people in the United States should reach out across our differences in ethnicity, race, and religion to respect each other and to celebrate, in friendship and unity, one America.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 38 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 3 February 1999
Prohibits payment of any amount from the reserve fund for unanticipated expenses of committees of the House of Representatives without the approval of the House.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 60 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 11 February 1999
Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend and the U.S. Postal Service to issue a postage stamp in honor of Zora Neale Hurston.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 35 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 2 February 1999
Condemns: (1) the racism and bigotry espoused by the Council of Conservative Citizens; and (2) all manifestations and expressions of racism, bigotry, and religious intolerance wherever they occur. Urges all Members of the House of Representatives not to support or endorse the Council and its views.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 41 (106th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 4 February 1999
Honoring American Military Women for Their Service in World War II Resolution - Honors the women who served the United States in military capacities during World War II. Recognizes that these women contributed vitally to the victory of the United States and the Allies in the war.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 15 (106th)open
United States · United States Congress · 6 January 1999
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that all Federal agencies would benefit from reviewing specified recommendations for the purpose of improving equitable access for women-owned businesses to the Federal procurement market.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 106 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 10 March 1999
Expresses appreciation and thanks to the U.S. Capitol Police officers for their hard work and long hours throughout the impeachment proceedings.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 90 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 2 March 1999
Declares that the House of Representatives: (1) recognizes the "Code Adam" child safety program; (2) commends all retail business establishments that have implemented such program to protect children from abduction; and (3) urges any establishments that have not implemented such program to consider doing so.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 105 (106th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 10 March 1999
Recognizes and honors Joe DiMaggio for his storied baseball career, for his many contributions to the nation, and for transcending baseball and becoming a symbol of talent, commitment, and achievement.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 144 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 April 1999
Calls for the Citizens' Advisory Committee to recommend and the U.S. Postal Service to issue a postage stamp commemorating Cesar E. Chavez.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 184 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 20 May 1999
Empowering Minorities with Procurement Opportunities Which Expand and Revive Businesses Resolution (EMPOWER Businesses Resolution) - Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that all Federal agencies would benefit from implementing, and urges agencies to implement, specified recommendations to improve equitable access for minority-owned businesses to Federal procurement possibilities.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 202 (106th)referred
United States · United States Congress · 8 June 1999
Expresses: (1) the sense of the House of Representatives that the artwork displayed in the Capitol and the House office buildings should also represent the contributions of women to American society; and (2) full support of the House for the efforts of the House Fine Arts Board, the Joint Committee on the Library, and the Architect of the Capitol to incorporate into their regular plan for the Capitol and the House office buildings a selection of displayed artwork that is more fully representative of such contributions.
Resolution· HRESH.Res. 211 (106th)passed
United States · United States Congress · 16 June 1999
Declares the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) all American men should take an active role in the fight against prostate cancer by all available means, including regular testing and medical examinations; and (2) the role played by national and community organizations and health care providers in promoting regular examinations and testing, and in providing related information, support, and access to services, should be applauded. Declares that the Federal Government has a responsibility to: (1) try to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and proper treatment; (2) continue to fund research into the causes of, and improved treatment for, such cancer; and (3) continue to consider ways to improve access to, and the quality of, health care services for detecting and treating it.