Welcoming African leaders to the first United States-Africa Leaders' Summit and African trade ministers to the 13th Forum of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).
2014-08-01: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp honoring the life of Maya Angelou.
2014-07-24: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that sedentary lifestyles are a public health issue and supporting the designation of a National Get Vertical Day to recognize the importance of preventing physical inactivity and encouraging adults to live physically active lifestyles.
2014-07-18: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
2014-07-16: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Recognizing June 19, 2014, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
2014-06-20: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1035)
Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the terrorist group known as Boko Haram in northeastern provinces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
2014-05-20: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4535-4536)
Honoring the accomplishments of Nicarsia "Nikki" Mayes, a Capitol Hill trailblazer and the first African-American woman to serve as a Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives.
2013-12-12: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Congratulating Pope Francis on his election and recognizing his inspirational statements and actions.
2013-12-11: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Nelson Mandela and expressing condolences on his passing.
2013-12-12: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Supporting the goals and ideals of October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should continue to raise awareness of domestic violence and its devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities, and support programs designed to end domestic violence in the United States.
2013-10-30: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6935-6936, H6936-6937, H6938, H6939, H6940, H6941)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress should refrain from conditioning the resolution of fiscal and budgetary disputes on the taking of action relating to non-germane legislative matters.
2013-10-10: Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.
Urging the President and Congress to take actions to fill vacancies on the Election Assistance Commission.
2013-07-19: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.
2013-06-17: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster-care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster-care system.
2013-05-07: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Speaker should immediately request a conference and appoint conferees to complete work on a fiscal year 2014 budget resolution with the Senate.
2013-06-20: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Van Hollen. Petition No: 113-3. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/113/lrc/pd/petitions/DisPet0003.xml ">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
Concerning the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the need for international efforts toward long-term peace, stability, and observance of human rights.
2013-06-27: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Unanimous Consent.
Expressing support for designation of May as National Stroke Awareness Month.
2013-03-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Supporting the designation of March 2013, as National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
2013-02-14: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Recognizing the significance of Black History Month.
2013-02-04: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that any extension of the public debt limit only be considered in a standalone bill.
2013-01-03: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.