Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that the lists of earmarks be made available to the general public on the Internet.
2007-08-02: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1694)
Recognizing the rich and resounding impact 50 years of Memphis-originating soul music has offered to American music history.
2007-06-18: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Congratulating the National Football League champion Indianapolis Colts for winning Super Bowl XLI and for bringing the City of Indianapolis and the State of Indiana their first Lombardi Trophy.
2007-02-07: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing and celebrating the 50th anniversary of the entry of Alaska in the Union as the 49th State.
2008-06-09: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 375 - 0 (Roll no. 390). (text: CR H5077)
Establishing a Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs.
2007-01-30: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Providing for Operation Iraqi Freedom cost accountability.
2007-06-22: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1381-1382)
Recognizing the life of Lamar Hunt and his outstanding contributions to the Kansas City Chiefs, the National Football League, and the United States.
2007-05-21: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require the reduction of section 302(b) suballocations to reflect floor amendments to general appropriation bills.
2007-01-10: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Recognizing North Platte, Nebraska, as "Rail Town USA".
2008-10-02: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Honoring the 28th Infantry Division for serving and protecting the United States.
2008-09-16: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Expressing support for designation of September 2008 as "Gospel Music Heritage Month" and honoring gospel music for its valuable and longstanding contributions to the culture of the United States.
2008-06-27: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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.
2008-05-22: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Recognizing the important social and economic contributions and accomplishments of the New Deal to our Nation on the 75th anniversary of legislation establishing the initial New Deal social and public works programs.
2008-10-02: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel.
2008-04-28: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month.
2008-07-16: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Expressing support for the designation of August 2008 as "National Heat Stroke Awareness Month" to raise awareness and encourage prevention of heat stroke.
2008-09-22: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Calling on the President to commute the sentences of United States Border Patrol Agents Ignacio Ramos and Jose Compean to time served.
2007-12-06: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act.
2007-10-31: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Supporting the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
2007-10-30: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Recognizing all hunters across the United States for their continued commitment to safety.
2007-10-17: Message on Senate action sent to the House.