Rep. Saxton, Jim [R-NJ-3]

An amendment to allow the contracting out to private attorneys of judicial foreclosure litigation on properties secured through Farmers Home Administration Section 502 loans (rather than the current requirement that all such litigation be handled by U.S. Attorneys).

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An amendment to provide that certain school districts may be allowed to carry forward no more than 30 percent of their budgets from the previous fiscal year assistance under the Impact Aid provisions of the bill.

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An amendment to clarify that all Federal agency activities under the Ocean Dumping Act, including designation of an ocean dump site, are reviewable by states for consistency with state coastal programs if the proposed activity affects a land use, water use, or natural resource of the coastal zone.

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An amendment to prohibit discrimination in housing on the basis of religion.

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An amendment to require that contingency plans contain a provision which allows officials to have up to five hours to ensure removal of a discharge, or threat of discharge.

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An amendment to make a technical correction to the bill to correct a typographical error.

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An amendment preprinted in the Congressional Record of October 11 as amendment No. 27, to add the Committee on Resources to the list of recipients that would receive a report concerning the review of laboratories operated by NOAA issued by the Secretary of Commerce.

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An amendment preprinted in the Congressional Record of October 11 as amendment No. 25, to strike provisions authorizing the sea grant program and provisions repealing two specific sea grant programs.

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An amendment preprinted in the Congressional Record of October 11 as amendment No. 26, to add the Committee on Resources to the list of recipients that would receive a report concerning the termination of certain programs issued by the Secretary of Commerce.

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An amendment, not preprinted in the Congressional Record, to reduce the aggregate amount made available from the general fund for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention--Disease Control, Research, and Training and for Administration for Children and Families--Refugee and Entrant Assistance by $10 million and $25 million respectively, and to increase the aggregate amount made available for Impact Aid by $22 million.

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An amendment in the nature of a substitute (printed as amendment No.49 in the Congressional Record of May 9, 1995) that would retain the provisions in the bill regarding Clean Water funding authorizations, assistance to local communities, control of combined sewer overflows, and coordination of state programs for compliance with EPA Great Lakes water quality guidelines. The amendment would not include those provisions in the bill which authorize waivers to secondary treatment requirements for sewage treatment plants in costal communities with a population of less than 20,000; nor would it allow waivers and modifications of discharge permits for industrial facilities and sewage treatment plants, or allow states to downgrade designated uses of water bodies and applicable water quality standards. The amendment would substitute the provisions in the bill regarding wetlands with provisions that delegate authority over wetlands to the States; grant to the Dept. of Agriculture responsibility for designating wetlands on agricultural land; establish federal, state, and local coordinating committee to develop and test national wetlands policies and procedures for wetland restoration. The amendment would not include the new requirements in the bill for compensating landowners for property losses resulting from regulation.

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An amendment to prohibit any funds to be used by the United States to intervene against a claim for attachment in aid of execution of property of terrorism sponsoring states by those injured or killed in acts of terrorism.

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An amendment numbered 18 and printed in the Congressional record that stipulates that foreign states or agencies are not immune to U.S.property seizure or expropriation laws.

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An amendment, printed the House Report 105-184, to suspend assistance to the Palestine Liberation Organization authority for a period of 90 days. Assistance could resume after 90 days only after the President submits a report to Congress certifying that the PLO has undertaken specific and positive actions on a variety of issues, including apprehension of terrorists and recinding the imposition of the death penalty for the sale of land to Jew.

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An amendment to increase the appropriation for Environmental Programs and Management by $33,900,000 from $1,900,000,000 to $1,933,900,000 by reducing the appropriation for Mission Support under NASA by $33,900,000.

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An amendment numbered 8 printed in House Report 108-120 to insert a new section providing for repeal of required grade of defense attache' in France.

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Urban Medicare-Dependent Hospitals Preservation Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2008

Urban Medicare-Dependent Hospitals Preservation Act of 2008 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act, with respect to cost reporting periods beginning on or after October 1, 2008, to revise the criteria and payment formula for "subsection (d) hospitals" which are urban Medicare-dependent hospitals.

Designating the third week of October as "National Estate Planning Awareness Week".

United States · United States Congress · 25 September 2008

Encourages the distribution of estate planning information by professionals to all Americans. Supports the designation of a National Estate Planning Awareness Week (third week of October).

Safeguarding Our Hospitals' Futures Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 18 September 2008

Safeguarding Our Hospitals' Futures Act of 2008 - Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services, in the case of discharges occurring on or after October 1, 2008, to continue to apply budget neutrality on a national basis in the calculation of the urban hospital wage floor for discharges occurring during FY2008 under title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act (through a uniform, national adjustment to the area wage index).

Expressing the sense of the Congress that the 110th Congress should not adjourn until comprehensive energy legislation has been enacted.

United States · United States Congress · 16 September 2008

Declares that the 110th Congress should not adjourn until comprehensive energy legislation has been enacted into law that: (1) opens the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS), the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), and oil shale reserves to environmentally prudent exploration and extraction; (2) extends expiring renewable energy incentives; (3) encourages the streamlined approval of new refining capacity and nuclear power facilities, and advanced research and development of clean coal, coal-to-liquid, and carbon sequestration technologies; and (4) minimizes drawn out legal challenges that unreasonably delay or prevent actual domestic energy production.

Commemorating the 500th anniversary of the birth of Italian architect Andrea Palladio.

United States · United States Congress · 31 July 2008

Commemorates the 500th anniversary of the birth of Italian architect Andrea Palladio. Recognizes his tremendous influence on American architecture. Expresses the gratitude of the Congress for the enhancement of Andrea Palladio's life and career has bestowed upon America's built environment.

Recognizing the persons who are serving or have served in the airborne forces of the Armed Forces.

United States · United States Congress · 22 July 2008

Recognizes the importance, heroism, and sacrifice of the men and women who are serving in or have served in the airborne forces. Urges the American people to remember and teach future generations about the contribution and dedication of such individuals. Urges the President to designate a National Airborne Day.

Honoring the 28th Infantry Division for serving and protecting the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 17 July 2008

Honors the 28th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army for serving and protecting the United States.

Recognizing the dedication and honorable service of members of the National Guard who are serving or have served in Operation Jump Start.

United States · United States Congress · 26 June 2008

Unconditionally supports members of the National Guard and their families. Recognizes: (1) the sacrifices made by such members and their families; (2) the men and women who have so served as examples of leadership, courage, and service before self; and (3) the work the National Guard has put forth to secure our southwest border.

Supporting the designation of a National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of children's charities and youth-serving organizations across the United States and recognizing their efforts on behalf of children and youth as a positive investment for the future of our Nation.

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2008

Supports the designation of a National Child Awareness Month to promote the awareness of children's charities and youth-servicing organizations across the United States. Recognizes the efforts of such charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as a critical contribution to the future of our nation.

Expressing heartfelt sympathy for the victims and their families following the tornado that hit Little Sioux, Iowa, on June 11, 2008.

United States · United States Congress · 18 June 2008

Expresses sympathy for the victims of the tornado in Little Sioux, Iowa, on June 11, 2008, and gratitude to those persons who responded to treat the wounded.

Honoring Toby Keith's commitment to members of the Armed Forces.

United States · United States Congress · 10 June 2008

Honors Toby Keith's commitment to our country's Armed Forces overseas. Encourages other entertainers to take into consideration his commitment to boosting the morale of our Armed Forces when supporting USO operations.

Honoring the life of Jacques-Yves Cousteau, explorer, researcher, and pioneer in the field of marine conservation.

United States · United States Congress · 4 June 2008

Honors the life, achievements, and distinguished career of Jacques Cousteau, explorer, researcher, and pioneer in marine conservation.

Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the threat posed to international peace, stability in the Middle East, and the vital national security interests of the United States by Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and regional hegemony, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 22 May 2008

Declares that preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability through economic, political, and diplomatic means is vital to U.S. national security. Urges the President to use his authority to impose sanctions on: (1) Iranian banks engaged in proliferation activities or the support of terrorist groups; (2) international banks which conduct financial transactions with proscribed Iranian banks; (3) energy companies with large investments in the Iranian petroleum or natural gas sector; and (4) all companies which do business with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Demands that the President initiate an international effort to increase economic, political, and diplomatic pressure on Iran to suspend its nuclear enrichment activities. Urges the President to lead a regional diplomatic effort to support the legitimate governments in the region against Iranian destabilization efforts.

To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 Tallapoosa Street in Bremen, Georgia, as the "Sergeant Paul Saylor Post Office Building".

United States · United States Congress · 20 May 2008

Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 101 Tallapoosa Street in Bremen, Georgia, as the "Sergeant Paul Saylor Post Office Building."

Honoring the 225th Anniversary of the Continental Congress meeting in Nassau Hall, Princeton, New Jersey, in 1783.

United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2008

Expresses the sense of Congress that the 225th Anniversary of the Continental Congress meeting at Nassau Hall in Princeton, New Jersey, should be commemorated.

To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide for the protection of child custody arrangements for parents who are members of the Armed Forces deployed in support of a contingency operation.

United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2008

Amends the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide for the protection of child custody arrangements for parents who are members deployed in support of a contingency operation. States that if a motion for change of custody of a child of such a member is filed while the member is so deployed, no court may enter an order modifying or amending a previous child custody judgment, except if there is clear and convincing evidence that it is in the best interest of the child. Prohibits any court from considering a member's absence due to deployment, or possible deployment, in support of a contingency operation in determining the best interest of the child.

Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 13 May 2008

Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Act of 2008 - Amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to extend through FY2012 the grant program for armor vests for law enforcement officers.

Price Stability and Inflation Targeting Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 13 May 2008

Price Stability and Inflation Targeting Act of 2008 - Declares that the primary and overriding goal of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System and the Federal Open Market Committee with regard to monetary policy shall be the achievement of price stability. Authorizes the Board and the Committee to suspend such goal if the Committee, by a majority vote, and the President jointly determine such suspension necessary due to war or an economic emergency. Requires the Board and the Committee to: (1) establish a definition of the goal of price stability; (2) implement such definition through inflation targets; and (3) specify a timeframe for achieving such goal. Directs the Board to determine in advance what action it will take if the goal of fully achieving price stability is not met within the timeframe established by the Board and the Committee.

Silver Alert Grant Program Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 24 April 2008

Silver Alert Grant Program Act of 2008 - Authorizes the Attorney General to award grants to states to implement or improve a Silver Alert system. Defines "Silver Alert system" to mean a state-administered notification system to help locate missing individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other dementia-related illnesses. Requires the Attorney General to report to Congress on Silver Alert systems, including: (1) a list of states that have established such systems; (2) information on each state's system; (3) actions states have taken to protect the privacy and dignity of the individuals for whom Silver Alerts are issued; and (4) ways that states have facilitated and improved communication about missing individuals between families, caregivers, law enforcement officials, and other authorities.

Congratulating the Northern Kentucky University Norse women's basketball team, champions of the 2008 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II tournament.

United States · United States Congress · 24 April 2008

Commends the performance of the Northern Kentucky University Norse in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II women's basketball tournament.

Supporting the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month.

United States · United States Congress · 23 April 2008

Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of Mental Health Month; and (2) the findings of the President's Commission on Mental Health that the nation's failure to prioritize mental health is a national tragedy. Recognizes that mental well-being is as important as physical well-being for people, the economy, and the nation. Applauds the coalescing of national and community organizations in working to promote public awareness of mental health and in providing critical information and support to the people and families affected by mental illness. Encourages all organizations and health practitioners to use Mental Health Month as an opportunity to promote mental well-being and awareness, ensure access to appropriate services, and support overall quality of life for those with mental illness.

Caleb Martin-Travis Dodson Wounded Warrior Retention Act

United States · United States Congress · 22 April 2008

Caleb Martin-Travis Dodson Wounded Warrior Retention Act - Authorizes a member of the Armed Forces who would normally be retired, placed on the temporary disability retired list, or separated as the result of a combat-related disability to elect to instead be retained on active service in an active status, as long as the member: (1) remains medically able to perform noncombat-related military occupational specialties or duties; and (2) is not disqualified from performing such specialties or duties because of performance, mandatory retirement for age, or other reasons. Subjects members placed in such status to periodic physical examinations, as provided to members placed on the temporary disability retired list. Authorizes the Secretary of Defense to permit, on a case-by-case basis, the reenlistment or appointment in such status of a member who, during the period beginning on September 1, 2001, and ending on the date of enactment of this Act, was retired or separated as the result of a combat-related disability. Requires a report from the Secretary to Congress on the number and types of noncombat-related military occupational specialties in the Armed Forces and Department of Defense (DOD) civilian employee positions that would be available for such members.

Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 22 April 2008

Boy Scouts of America Centennial Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue up to 350,000 $1 coins in commemoration of the centennial of the founding of the Boy Scouts of America. Requires the coin design to be emblematic of the 100 years of the organization. Restricts issuance of such coins to February 8 through December 31, 2010. Subjects coin sales to a surcharge of $10 per coin. Requires payment of such surcharges to the National Boy Scouts of America Foundation, to be made available to local councils in the form of grants for the extension of Scouting in hard-to-serve areas.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National Brain Tumor Awareness Month, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 22 April 2008

Calls for establishment of a National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Applauds the actions of medical professionals and others who strive to combat and raise public awareness of brain tumors and brain cancer.

Regarding the readiness of the Armed Forces of the United States, and the implications for national security.

United States · United States Congress · 22 April 2008

Declares that, because of U.S. Armed Forces readiness shortfalls, Congress should immediately pass a clean FY2008 global war on terror supplemental.

Recognizing the roles and contributions of America's teachers to building and enhancing our Nation's civic, cultural, and economic well being.

United States · United States Congress · 22 April 2008

Thanks and promotes the teaching profession to encourage students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4-May 10, 2008.

Recognizing Armed Forces Day.

United States · United States Congress · 17 April 2008

Recognizes Armed Forces Day in appreciation of the members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

Hubbard Act

United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2008

Hubbard Act - Amends federal employment, armed forces, military pay, and veterans' benefits law to authorize the provision of the following benefits to a member of the Armed Forces who is discharged at the member's request pursuant to a Department of Defense (DOD) policy permitting the early discharge of a member who is the only surviving child in a family in which the father or mother, or one or more siblings, served in the Armed Forces and, incident to such service, was killed, died as a result of wounds, accident, or disease, is in a captured or missing in action status, or is permanently disabled: (1) continued payment, through the original agreed-upon service period, of any bonus, incentive, or similar benefit to which the member was entitled during service; (2) separation pay, even though the member has completed less than six years of active service before discharge; (3) transitional health care, on the same basis as an active-duty member, for 180 days after discharge; (4) transitional commissary and exchange benefits, on the same basis as an active-duty member, for two years after discharge; (5) veterans' housing loan, employment and training, and basic educational assistance; (6) federal unemployment compensation; and (7) veteran's preference for federal employment purposes. Makes this Act effective with respect to any such discharge granted after September 11, 2001.

Recognizing 2008 as the International Year of the Reef.

United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2008

Recognizes the International Year of the Reef (2008). Supports strong programs in environmental and marine research at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and other federal agencies to better understand the threats faced by coral reef systems. Supports the efforts of the International Coral Reef Initiative to promote public awareness and encourage public stewardship of the world's coral reefs. Encourages further research and development efforts to preserve coral reefs around the world.

Condemning Hamas as a foreign terrorist organization responsible for the murders of 26 United States citizens.

United States · United States Congress · 16 April 2008

Condemns Hamas as a foreign terrorist organization responsible for the murders of 26 U.S. citizens. Calls on Hamas to renounce terrorism and recognize Israel’s right to exist as a Jewish state. Reaffirms support for Israel’s right to defend her citizens against Hamas terrorism.

Cell Tax Fairness Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 15 April 2008

Cell Tax Fairness Act of 2008 - Prohibits states or local governments from imposing any new discriminatory tax on mobile services, mobile service providers, or mobile service property for five years after the enactment of this Act. Defines "new discriminatory tax" as a tax imposed on mobile services, providers, or property that is not generally imposed on other types of services or property, or that is generally imposed at a lower rate.

Expressing support for designation of April 2008 as "National Autism Awareness Month" and supporting efforts to devote new resources to research into the causes and treatment of autism and to improve training and support for individuals with autism and those who care for individuals with autism.

United States · United States Congress · 14 April 2008

Expresses support for: (1) designation of a National Autism Awareness Month; and (2) devoting new resources to researching the root causes of autism, identifying the best methods of early intervention and treatment, expanding programs for individuals with autism, and promoting understanding of their special needs. Commends parents and relatives for providing for the special needs of children with autism. Stresses the need to begin early intervention services. Recognizes: (1) the shortage of appropriately trained teachers to teach, assist, and respond to special needs students; and (2) the importance of worker training programs tailored to the needs of developmentally disabled persons.

Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 9 April 2008

Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008 - Amends federal veterans' benefits provisions to entitle to educational assistance under the Montgomery GI Bill individuals in certain length-of-service categories who, commencing on or after September 11, 2001, serve on active duty in the Armed Forces. Establishes the duration of such assistance (in most cases 36 months) and assistance amounts. Requires programs of education pursued with such assistance to be approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Allows for the pursuit of an approved program of education while on active duty. Allows, under such assistance, for the pursuit of: (1) programs on less than a half-time basis; (2) apprenticeship or other on-job training; (3) correspondence courses; (4) flight training; (5) tutorial assistance; and (6) licensure and certification tests. Makes individuals entitled to assistance under this Act also eligible for supplemental educational assistance for additional active duty service. Requires the Secretary to carry out a program, to be known as the "Yellow Ribbon G.I. Education Enhancement Program," under which colleges and universities may enter into an agreement with the Secretary to cover, for certain individuals, a portion of established charges not otherwise covered and match contributions toward such costs. Requires educational assistance under this Act to be used within 15 years of the individual's discharge or release from active duty (with exceptions). Allows individuals currently under the Montgomery GI Bill educational assistance program to elect to participate in the post-9/11 educational assistance program with respect to any unused entitlement.

United States Army Commemorative Coin Act of 2008

United States · United States Congress · 8 April 2008

United States Army Commemorative Coin Act of 2008 - Instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $5 gold coins, $1 silver coins, and half dollar clad coins as numismatic items emblematic of the traditions, history, and heritage of the U.S. Army, and its role in American society from the Colonial period to today. Requires the design for such coins to contain motifs that honor specifically the American soldier of both today and yesterday, in wartime and in peace, consistent with the traditions and heritage of the U.S. Army, the mission and goals of the National Museum of the U.S. Army, and the missions and goals of the Army Historical Foundation. Restricts coin issuance to the one-year period beginning on January 1, 2011. Requires all surcharges from coin sales to be promptly paid by the Secretary to the Foundation to help finance the National Museum of the U.S. Army.