To recognize October 24, 2009, the 20th chartered flight of World War II veterans through Louisiana HonorAir, as "Louisiana HonorAir Day," and to honor the invaluable service and dedication of the World War II veterans to our Nation.
2009-11-02: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing and honoring Robert Kelly Slater for winning the 2010 Rip Curl Pro Bell Championship and for his other outstanding achievements in the world of surfing.
2010-05-18: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic Americans to the strength and culture of the United States.
2009-10-29: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Deploring the ongoing violence by Iraqi security forces against the residents of Camp Ashraf in Iraq.
2009-07-31: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Recommending that the United States Constitution be taught to high school students throughout the Nation in September of their senior year.
2009-10-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
Honoring the memory and lasting legacy of Sally Crowe.
2009-07-29: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Honoring the memory and lasting legacy of Sally Crowe.
2009-07-14: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the people of Honduras.
2009-07-08: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to require that legislation and conference reports be available on the Internet for 72 hours before consideration by the House, and for other purposes.
2009-09-23: Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Walden. Petition No: 111-6. (<a href="http://clerk.house.gov/111/lrc/pd/Petitions/Dis6.htm">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.)
Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy.
2009-06-15: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the National Eye Institute (NEI) and expressing support for designation of 2010 through 2020 as the "Decade of Vision".
2009-06-16: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Expressing the sense of the United States House of Represensatives regarding the hijacking of the Maersk Alabama, the kidnapping of Captain Richard Phillips by Somali pirates, the rescue of Captain Phillips by United States Navy SEALs and the crews of the USS Bainbridge, USS Boxer, USS Halyburton and Patrol Squadron (VP) 8, and for other purposes.
2009-04-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Works Week, and for other purposes.
2009-05-05: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz, expressing appreciation to Iranian-Americans for their contributions to society, and wishing Iranian-Americans and the people of Iran a prosperous new year.
2010-03-15: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Recognizing the 450th birthday of the settlement of Pensacola, Florida, and encouraging the people of the United States to observe the 450th birthday of the settlement of Pensacola, Florida, and remember how the rich history of Pensacola, Florida, has likewise contributed to the rich history of the United States, and for other purposes.
2009-02-12: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the need for appropriate accountability and congressional oversight of public buildings and facilities projects.
2009-02-13: Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
Commending the University of Florida Gators for winning the Bowl Championship Series National Championship Game.
2009-01-22: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Expressing support for the designation of a National Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Month to raise awareness of and promote research into this challenging disorder.
2009-12-10: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Congratulating the Baltic nations of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on the 20th anniversary of their declarations on the restoration of independence from the Soviet Union.
2010-12-08: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Recognizing the 500th anniversary of the birth of Italian architect Andrea Palladio.
2010-12-07: Message on Senate action sent to the House.