Expressing deep concern over the use of civilians as "human shields" in violation of international humanitarian law, including Hezbollah's tactic of embedding its forces among civilians to use them as human shields during the summer of 2006 conflict between Hezbollah and the State of Israel.
2007-04-25: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Government of Japan should formally acknowledge, apologize, and accept historical responsibility in a clear and unequivocal manner for its Imperial Armed Forces' coercion of young women into sexual slavery, known to the world as "comfort women", during its colonial and wartime occupation of Asia and the Pacific Islands from the 1930s through the duration of World War II.
2007-07-30: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Supporting the mission and goals of National Crime Victims' Rights Week in order to increase public awareness of the rights, needs, and concerns of victims and survivors of crime in the United States during such week and throughout the year.
2007-04-24: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Establishing a Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs.
2007-01-30: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Israeli soldiers held captive by Hamas and Hezbollah, and for other purposes.
2007-03-13: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of Glenn Curtiss's achievement of record-breaking speed and his contributions to the motorcycle and aircraft industries.
2007-01-24: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H915)
Honoring the contributions of Catholic schools.
2007-01-23: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 428 - 0 (Roll no. 48). (text: CR 1/22/2007 H796)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National Letter Carriers Appreciation Day.
2008-04-29: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Calling on the Board of Directors of the National High School Mock Trial Championship to accommodate students of all religious faiths.
2007-09-25: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Commending Barter Theatre on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.
2008-09-30: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month".
2008-10-02: 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.
Commemorating Irena Sendler, a woman whose bravery saved the lives of thousands during the Holocaust and remembering her legacy of courage, selflessness, and hope.
2008-07-31: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Supporting the goals and objectives of a National Military Appreciation Month.
2008-05-22: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Expressing Congressional support for the goals and ideals of National Health Care Decisions Day.
2008-04-23: Received in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 713.
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 idea that coalition victory in Iraq is possible.
2008-03-11: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Supporting the observance of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
2008-04-01: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the beginning of the integration of the Armed Forces.
2008-07-15: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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.