Condemning and disapproving of the failure of the Obama administration to comply with the lawful statutory requirement to notify Congress before transferring individuals detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and expressing concern about the national security risks over the transfer of five Taliban leaders and the repercussions of negotiating with terrorists.
2014-09-09: The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Government of Mexico should immediately release United States Marine Sgt. Andrew Tahmooressi and provide for his swift return to the United States so Sgt. Tahmooressi can receive the appropriate medical assistance for his medical condition.
2014-09-08: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
Affirming the vital role that prayer has played throughout the more than 200-year history of our Nation, strengthening the fabric of our society, and recognizing May 1, 2014, as the 63rd annual National Day of Prayer.
2014-04-08: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Recognizing the important work of the Meals On Wheels Association of America and its member programs throughout the country in addressing senior hunger and improving the quality of life for millions of our nation's seniors each year.
2014-03-27: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Supporting the people of Venezuela as they protest peacefully for democracy, a reduction in violent crime and calling for an end to recent violence.
2014-03-04: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 92). (text: CR H2106)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the symbols and traditions of Christmas should be protected for use by those who celebrate Christmas.
2013-12-19: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Directing the House of Representatives to bring a civil action for declaratory or injunctive relief to challenge certain policies and actions taken by the executive branch.
2013-12-12: Referred to the Committee on Rules, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Expressing disapproval of the failure to satisfy the constitutional duty to "take Care that the Laws be faithfully executed" and the usurpation of the legislative authority of Congress by the President of the United States.
2014-01-09: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Impeaching Eric H. Holder, Jr., Attorney General of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.
2013-11-14: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.
2013-11-13: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Supporting the goals and ideals of National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week.
2013-09-26: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H5842)
Recognizing that access to hospitals and other health care providers for patients in rural areas of the United States is essential to the survival and success of communities in the United States.
2013-09-27: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable E. Clay Shaw, Jr., formerly a Representative of the State of Florida.
2013-09-12: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Expressing support for designation of August 2013 as "Blue Star Mothers of America Month".
2013-08-29: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Recognizing the immeasurable contributions of fathers in the healthy development of children, supporting responsible fatherhood, and encouraging greater involvement of fathers in the lives of their children, especially on Father's Day.
2013-06-14: Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.
Expressing support for prayer at school board meetings.
2013-07-15: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Establishing a Select Committee on POW and MIA Affairs.
2013-05-22: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
Honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the start of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn.
2013-04-05: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Expressing support for Israel and its right to self-defense against the illegal nuclear program by the Islamic Republic of Iran.
2013-03-05: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Establishing a select committee to investigate and report on the attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya.
2013-01-23: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H253-256)