H. R. 6983 is a bill that aims to rename a United States Postal Service facility located at 15 South Valdosta Road in Lakeland, Georgia. If enacted, this facility will be officially known as the "Nell Patten Roquemore Post Office." The bill also states that any legal...
This bill wants to give a post office in Georgia a special name, calling it the "Nell Patten Roquemore Post Office." It's like giving the post office a special name tag in honor of someone.
H. R. 5861 aims to make reemployment services and eligibility assessments available to all people who are claiming unemployment benefits. This bill modifies the Social Security Act to include all claimants, not just those specifically referred for reemployment services. The...
H. R. 5861 wants to help all people who are getting money because they don't have a job, by giving them special help to find new work. This change means everyone who needs this help can get it, not just certain people.
H. RES. 1371 is a resolution in the House of Representatives that criticizes the Biden Administration and Vice President Kamala Harris, referred to as the "Border Czar," for not effectively managing the security of the U.S. border. The resolution highlights issues such as the high number of...
H. RES. 1371 is a message from some people in the House of Representatives saying they're really unhappy because they think President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris aren't doing a good job of keeping the borders safe, and they want them to take it more seriously.
H. RES. 1541 expresses the view of the House of Representatives on the link between firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women. It emphasizes the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing firearms. The resolution...
The bill says that the people in charge want to stop those who've hurt women before from getting guns because it's dangerous. They want to make new rules to keep women safe and learn more about why sometimes people use guns to hurt others.
H. R. 7404 is a bill introduced to the U.S. House of Representatives that aims to strengthen the efforts against illegal cross-border tunnels used for smuggling and other illicit activities. It mandates the submission of annual reports on operations and strategies targeting...
H. R. 7404 is a plan to help stop bad guys from using secret tunnels to sneak things across the border, and it wants big grown-ups to write a report every year about how they're stopping it. It also tries to make rules so the grown-ups keep working on this tunnel problem regularly.
H.R. 7473, titled the "Funding Small Businesses During Shutdown Act," aims to ensure certain Small Business Administration (SBA) programs continue to receive funding during a government shutdown in fiscal year 2024. The bill proposes specific amounts of money be appropriated from the Treasury...
H.R. 7473 is a plan to make sure small businesses can still get the help they need from the government, like loans and support, even if the government temporarily runs out of money. It suggests setting aside specific amounts of money to keep things running smoothly for small businesses during these times.
H. CON. RES. 127 authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of a statue of Martha Hughes Cannon. The event is scheduled to take place on December 11, 2024. Preparations for the unveiling will be handled according to the conditions...
H. CON. RES. 127 lets people use a special hall in a big, important building to show off a new statue of a lady named Martha Hughes Cannon, and this will happen right before Christmas.
H.R. 9487, called the "House Office of Legislative Counsel Modernization Act," proposes changes to the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970. The bill allows the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives to designate more than one attorney as a Deputy Legislative...
H.R. 9487 is like giving the House law-making helpers more backup by allowing more than one helper to have a special job title, so they can share the work better and not get confused about who does what.
H.R. 9487 aims to change the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970. It allows the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives to appoint more than one Deputy Legislative Counsel from among its attorneys. This change ensures that if there is more than one Deputy...
In this bill, some lawyers who help make the rules for the United States can now have a helper, and there can be more than one helper. This is to help them work better and faster.
H. RES. 44 elects specific Members of the U.S. House of Representatives to serve on various standing committees. The resolution outlines appointments to the Committees on Agriculture, Foreign Affairs, Natural Resources, and Science, Space, and Technology. Each committee has a...
The bill is about choosing people from different states to help make important decisions for the country by working in groups called committees. These groups take care of different important topics, like farming and science, to make things better for everyone.
H. R. 9487, titled the “House Office of Legislative Counsel Modernization Act,” seeks to update the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970 by allowing the Legislative Counsel of the House of Representatives to appoint more than one Deputy Legislative Counsel from its pool of...
The bill allows the House of Representatives' lawyer team to have more than one "helper-in-charge" to make things run better, but it needs clearer rules to avoid confusion on who does what job.
H. RES. 1209 proposes to declare the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives vacant, effectively removing Mike Johnson from the role. The resolution outlines multiple grievances against Speaker Johnson, including failure to uphold promises made during his election, collaborating...
In this bill, some people want to say that the person in charge of a big meeting place called the House, named Speaker Mike Johnson, should not be in charge anymore because they think he hasn't done a good job keeping his promises. They worry that this decision might make things a bit confusing because they haven’t figured out who will take his spot if he leaves.
H. RES. 883 expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that the slogan "from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" is considered antisemitic and should be condemned. The resolution highlights that this slogan is associated with calls for the eradication of...
The House of Representatives wants everyone to know that saying "from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" is not okay because it sounds mean to Jewish people and might cause trouble. They think people saying this should stop because it makes it harder for everyone to get along.
H. RES. 27 is a resolution presented in the House of Representatives expressing disapproval of New York City's Central Business District Tolling Program. This program proposes charging drivers up to $23 per day to enter Manhattan's Central Business District, which could...
In a big city called New York, there's a plan to charge people money to drive into a busy part of the city. Some people don't like this idea because it's expensive, so they're asking for more studies to be done before starting the plan.
H. RES. 1449 is a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives that condemns the global rise of antisemitism and urges countries and international organizations to take action against it. It highlights various international efforts, including the Global Guidelines for...
H. RES. 1449 is a message from the U.S. House of Representatives saying that people around the world should work together to stop antisemitism, which is being mean or unfair to Jewish people, and asking countries and groups to teach about the Holocaust and protect communities.
H. RES. 21 is a resolution from the House of Representatives that outlines the election of specific Members to several standing committees within the House. The resolution, dated January 9, 2025, provides a detailed list of representatives assigned to the Committees on...
H. RES. 21 is like making a big team at school, where important students are picked to help plan different fun activities. Each student gets to be on a special team, like planning for birthday parties or saving money, and this list tells everyone who is on which team.
S. J. RES. 67 outlines the process for handling the impeachment of Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, the Secretary of Homeland Security. The resolution details a timeline for the Senate to consider the articles of impeachment, including specific filing deadlines for Mayorkas and...
S. J. RES. 67 is like a special rulebook the Senate wants to use for talking about whether Alejandro Nicholas Mayorkas, the person in charge of homeland security, should keep his job or not. It explains how the Senate should do things like letting people talk, answer questions, and show important papers, so everyone plays fair and follows the same rules.
H. RES. 1204 is a resolution from the U.S. House of Representatives, dated May 7, 2024. It announces the election of a Member, Mr. Kennedy, to the House Committee on Homeland Security. Mr. Kennedy will serve on the committee immediately after Mr. Suozzi in ranking order. This...
Mr. Kennedy is now part of a special group in the House of Representatives that focuses on keeping America safe, and he will work right after Mr. Suozzi does.
H. R. 10254 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 5225 Harrison Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, as the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building." The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Sorensen and Mr. LaHood and referred to...
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Rockford, Illinois, to the "Jay P. Larson Post Office Building." If it passes, everyone will start calling it by its new name.
H. RES. 1592 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that congratulates the Los Angeles Dodgers for winning the 2024 Major League Baseball World Series. The resolution highlights the team's impressive achievements throughout the season, including their...
The people in Congress wrote a message to say "Great job!" to the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team for winning the big 2024 championship, and they want to make sure the team's important people get a special letter telling them this.
H. RES. 1483 is a resolution that sets the rules for how the House of Representatives will consider the joint resolution H.J. Res. 25, which aims to remove the deadline for ratifying the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). The resolution allows the joint resolution...
H. RES. 1483 is like setting the rules for a school debate where they talk about making sure boys and girls are treated equally. This time, they decided to keep it simple: everyone talks for a short time, no changes can be made, and they vote at the end.
H. RES. 14 elects certain Members of the U.S. House of Representatives to various standing committees. Members are assigned to important committees such as Agriculture, Armed Services, and Ways and Means, among others. The resolution specifies which representative is...
The bill H. RES. 14 is like picking people to be part of different class teams in school. It helps choose which members of the U.S. House of Representatives will work on special groups, or "committees," to handle different important topics, like farming, defense, and money.
H. RES. 1574 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that calls for the immediate removal of Martin J. Gruenberg from his position as Chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). The resolution lists several reasons for this call, including allegations of a...
H. RES. 1574 is a plan asking to take Martin J. Gruenberg out of his important job because he's not doing it well, which is making things tough for the people who work there and making some banks fail. People in charge think it's not safe for him to keep leading, but they haven't said who could take his place or how this change would happen.
The resolution, H. RES. 1046, recognizes the exceptional bravery and dedication of those who participated in the Afghanistan evacuation in 2021 following the withdrawal of the United States. It honors the efforts of a team led by Chad Robichaux and other Special Operations veterans, who...
In 2021, many brave people helped rescue over 17,000 people from a dangerous place in Afghanistan. This bill is like a big thank-you card from the government to those heroes for their courage.
H. R. 6633 is a bill that seeks to name a United States Postal Service facility at 9355 113th Street in Seminole, Florida, in honor of Army Staff Sergeant Ryan Christian Knauss. The building will be officially designated as the "Army SSG Ryan Christian Knauss Memorial Post...
The bill is about naming a post office in Seminole, Florida, after a soldier named Ryan Christian Knauss, to honor him. From now on, this post office will be known as the "Army SSG Ryan Christian Knauss Memorial Post Office Building."
H. RES. 1456 is a resolution expressing support for recognizing September 17, 2024, as "Constitution Day." This resolution highlights the significance of the United States Constitution, which was signed on September 17, 1787, as a foundational document for freedom and...
The people in the United States Congress want to remind everyone to celebrate "Constitution Day" on September 17, 2024, because it's the birthday of an important document called the Constitution that helps keep everyone free and fair. They hope people will do fun and thoughtful things to remember how the Constitution keeps everyone safe and equal.
H. RES. 1548 expresses support for recognizing October 2024 as National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. The resolution emphasizes the importance of understanding learning disabilities, which affect a significant number of students under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act....
This bill wants everyone to pay more attention to kids who learn differently by naming October 2024 as a special month to understand and help them better in school. It also asks schools to make sure these kids get the help they need to learn well, just like everyone else.
H. RES. 1367 establishes a Task Force in the House of Representatives to investigate the attempted assassination of Donald J. Trump on July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania. This Task Force will comprise up to 11 members from the House, appointed by the Speaker, with a few...
This bill is like a big detective team being made to find out what happened when someone tried to hurt Donald Trump. They will look at what everyone did, both in the government and elsewhere, and then tell people how to stop bad things like this from happening again.
H. RES. 1367 establishes a Task Force in the House of Representatives to investigate the attempted assassination of Donald J. Trump on July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania. The Task Force will have up to 13 members and is tasked with examining actions taken by federal,...
This bill sets up a special group in the House to find out what happened when someone tried to hurt Donald Trump in July 2024. The group will look at what different people and groups did about it, and will tell the House what they learned by December, before they wrap up for good.
H. R. 2864 aims to change the Secure and Trusted Communications Networks Act of 2019 by adding products and services from DJI Technologies to a list of restricted communications equipment and services. This would involve items like telecommunications or video surveillance...
This bill wants to make sure that certain types of high-tech equipment, like drones and surveillance cameras from a company called DJI, are put on a special list to make sure they're safe and trusted. This list helps decide which gadgets can be used without worrying about any secret spying or issues.
H. RES. 1216 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to support National Stroke Awareness Month. It highlights the importance of recognizing stroke symptoms early using the F.A.S.T. method—Face Drooping, Arm Weakness, Speech Difficulty, and Time to call...
H. RES. 1216 is a message from the House that says, "Let's all learn how to spot and act quickly on strokes this month to help save lives!" It asks people and groups to work together to make sure everyone knows the signs of a stroke and how to help someone in need.
H. RES. 12, also known as the "Stay on Schedule (S.O.S.) Resolution," proposes a change to the House of Representatives rules. It seeks to prevent the House from taking an August recess unless all regular appropriation bills for the next fiscal year are approved by July 31....
Imagine a rule that says the people in charge of making decisions about money can't take a break in August unless they finish their important money planning by the end of July. This rule tries to help them stay on time with their work.
H. R. 8919 proposes to rename the United States Postal Service facility located at 151 Highway 74 South in Peachtree City, Georgia, as the "SFC Shawn McCloskey Post Office." This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 2, 2024, by Mr. Ferguson and...
The bill wants to give a special name to a post office in Georgia. It will be called the "SFC Shawn McCloskey Post Office," and everyone will use this name in important papers and maps.
S. RES. 1 establishes a committee made up of two Senators, which will work together with a similar committee from the House of Representatives. The purpose of this joint committee is to inform the President of the United States that a quorum, or the minimum number of members...
S. RES. 1 is about creating a special team with two Senators who, along with people from the House, let the President know that enough people are in Congress to start working. This is just to show the President that everyone is ready to begin and listen to what he has to say.
The resolution, H. RES. 33, introduced in the House of Representatives, aims to support and promote the goals and ideals of Korean American Day. It recognizes the significant social, economic, and cultural contributions made by Korean Americans since their first large...
H. RES. 33 is a way for people to celebrate Korean American Day, which thanks Korean Americans for all the wonderful things they have done for the United States since they started coming to the country many years ago. It's like having a special day to say thank you and remember their help and friendship!
S. J. RES. 1 proposes an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would limit the number of terms a person can serve in Congress. Specifically, it would restrict a person to serving three terms as a Representative in the House and two terms as a Senator. The resolution also...
The bill wants to make a new rule that people in the U.S. Congress can only do their jobs for a certain number of times: three times for House members and two times for Senators. But if they started their jobs before this rule becomes official, those times wouldn't count.
H. RES. 1017 aims to remove the rule that only allows witnesses to remotely participate in House of Representatives committee proceedings if the committee chair approves it. The bill proposes to amend House Resolution 5 to eliminate this restriction, intending to make remote...
This bill wants to let people talk to the House of Representatives' committees through video calls or the internet without needing special permission from the person in charge. It aims to make it easier for people to share their ideas with everyone in the House.
H. RES. 38 elects specific members of the U.S. House of Representatives to serve on several standing committees. The resolution specifies appointments to the Committees on Appropriations, Education and Workforce, Homeland Security, Rules, Small Business, and Transportation...
The government wants to choose special people to help decide on important rules about things like money, schools, and security. This helps make sure everyone is safe, smart, and has what they need.
The resolution H. RES. 31 involves electing specific members of the U.S. House of Representatives to several standing committees. These committees include the Armed Services, Judiciary, Oversight and Government Reform, and Veterans’ Affairs. Members from different states have...
H. RES. 31 is like a list that tells people which helpers will work in different groups in the House of Representatives. These groups help make rules about important things like the army and looking after former soldiers.
H. RES. 1502 expresses support for designating October 1, 2024, as National Latino Physician Day. The resolution highlights the rapid growth and significant size of the Latino and Latina population in the United States and the need for more Latino and Latina physicians given...
In this bill, Congress wants to make October 1st a special day called National Latino Physician Day to celebrate Latino doctors and help encourage more Latino people to become doctors. They believe that having more Latino doctors will help improve health care for Latino patients.
H. RES. 1360 is a resolution presented in the House of Representatives to honor Corey Comperatore, a former fire department chief who was killed while protecting his family during an attempted assassination of former President Donald J. Trump. The resolution acknowledges...
H. RES. 1360 is a special message from the U.S. government saying thank you to a brave man named Corey Comperatore, who protected his family during a scary event. It also tells everyone that hurting people because of politics is really bad and should never happen.
H. RES. 1106 expresses the House of Representatives' support for recognizing the week of March 24, 2024, through March 30, 2024, as "National Cleaning Week." This resolution highlights the importance of cleaning and disinfecting as essential actions for maintaining human...
The House of Representatives wants to have a special week called "National Cleaning Week" from March 24 to March 30, 2024, to remind everyone how important it is to keep places like schools, homes, and workplaces clean to help people stay healthy and safe. They also want to say thank you to all the people who work hard to keep everything clean and protect us from getting sick.
H. RES. 1262 is a resolution recognizing and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the U.S. Border Patrol. It honors the Border Patrol's century-long dedication to safeguarding America's borders and acknowledges the service and sacrifices of its agents and their families. The...
The U.S. Border Patrol is turning 100 years old, and this idea is to have a special day to say thank you for helping protect the borders. But some people might not agree on how big of a problem the borders are right now.
H.R. 9191 is a proposed bill introduced in the House of Representatives that aims to amend title 5 of the United States Code by removing the practice of federal employees using official time for activities related to labor organizations. This bill, titled the “No Union Time...
H.R. 9191 is a bill that wants to stop government workers from using their work time to do things for their unions, so they would have to do those activities outside of work hours. This means they couldn't work on union stuff while they are supposed to be doing their regular jobs.
The resolution, H. RES. 1315, expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Supreme Court should quickly use its powers under the All Writs Act to address and resolve pressing federal and constitutional legal questions, especially those affecting the upcoming...
In this resolution, the House of Representatives is saying that the Supreme Court should quickly step in to help solve some important law problems, especially because they think a recent court case against a former president might be unfair and could mess up the upcoming big election. They want the Supreme Court to act fast to make sure everything is fair.
H. RES. 1058 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives congratulating Caitlin Clark, an Iowa native and player for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes, for becoming the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball. It celebrates Clark's achievements in...
This bill is about saying "congratulations" to Caitlin Clark, who is from Iowa and plays basketball for the University of Iowa Hawkeyes, because she scored more points than anyone else in college basketball history. It also says she's a great example for kids and that playing sports can teach important things like working hard and being a leader.
H. RES. 1240 outlines a procedure for considering the bill H.R. 4121, which aims to ensure that individuals can access contraceptives and health care providers can offer contraceptives and related information. The resolution allows the House of Representatives to...
House Resolution 1240 is about making sure everyone can get birth control if they need it, and doctors can give it to them. It sets up a time for people in a special group called the Committee on Energy and Commerce to talk about this topic, making it easier to decide if the idea will become a rule.
H. RES. 964 expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that they should not take a break until all the annual spending bills overseen by the Committee on Appropriations are passed into law for the current fiscal year. The resolution was introduced by Mr. Ogles and...
The bill says that the people in the House of Representatives should not go on vacation until they finish all the important money plans for the year. This means they have to decide how to spend the government's money before taking a break.
H.R. 9544 is a bill that proposes naming the United States Postal Service facility located at 340 South Loudon Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, as the “United States Representative Elijah E. Cummings Post Office Building.” This designation honors Elijah E. Cummings, a notable...
The bill wants to rename a post office in Baltimore to honor Elijah E. Cummings, who was an important person in the government. This means whenever people talk about this post office, they will use his name to remember him.
H. R. 7003 seeks to amend and reauthorize the National Landslide Preparedness Act. The bill proposes changes to sections of the existing Act, extending the authorization period from 2021-2024 to 2024-2028. This legislation aims to continue and support measures related to...
H. R. 7003 is a plan to keep helping people be ready for landslides in the United States by continuing the program from 2024 to 2028. This means they are making sure the work on being prepared for landslides doesn't stop.
H. RES. 1364 outlines the process for the House of Representatives to consider bill H.R. 82, which seeks to amend the Social Security Act by removing the Government pension offset and windfall elimination provisions. The resolution allows the bill to be debated without...
H. RES. 1364 is like a set of rules for how grown-ups in charge should talk about a plan to change some money rules for people who get a special type of pension. It says they can talk for one hour and don't have to read all the small details out loud each time.
H. RES. 945 is a resolution passed by the House of Representatives to congratulate Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., on its 113th anniversary. The fraternity is recognized for its long-standing commitment to serving both local and international communities, promoting the...
H. RES. 945 is a special note from the House of Representatives to say "Congratulations!" to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, a group that has been helping communities and students for 113 years. They're recognized for doing good things like working with hospitals and teaching kids to be leaders.
H. RES. 1091 acknowledges the important role of women’s colleges and universities in the United States. It highlights the historical impact and continued contribution of these institutions to education, economic progress, and cultural initiatives. The resolution recognizes...
H. RES. 1091 is a special thank you card from Congress to the colleges and universities for women in the U.S., celebrating their hard work and declaring March 5 as a day to appreciate these schools that help many women, especially those who are the first in their families to go to college.
H.R. 6322 is aimed at assessing and disrupting the financial activities that support Hamas and preventing the use of U.S. financial resources to aid state sponsors of terrorism. The bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to deliver a report analyzing the main sources of...
H.R. 6322 wants to stop money from reaching bad guys who might hurt others, like a group named Hamas. It makes plans to see where this money is coming from and how to block it, so the bad guys can't use it to do bad things.
H. R. 8519 aims to stop the use of federal funds for disinformation research grants. The bill also prohibits funding for Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace grants and certain programs within the National Science Foundation focused on trust and authenticity in communication...
In this bill, the government is deciding not to spend money on studying fake news and safe internet programs because they think it's unclear and could cause problems.
H. RES. 1256 is a resolution expressing the United States House of Representatives' condemnation of the United Nations' moment of silence for Ebrahim Raisolsadati, also known as Ebrahim Raisi, following his death. The resolution criticizes Raisolsadati for his involvement in human rights...
The U.S. House of Representatives wants to tell the United Nations they are not happy about taking a moment to remember a person named Ebrahim Raisi because he did not treat people nicely. They also think it's not okay that a U.S. representative joined this moment of silence.
H. RES. 1492 outlines the election of a new member to certain committees within the House of Representatives. The resolution states that Mrs. McIver is elected to the Committee on Homeland Security, where she will rank immediately after Mr. Kennedy, and she is also elected to...
In this resolution, the House of Representatives is choosing a new person, Mrs. McIver, to help with important work on two special groups called committees: one that keeps people safe (Homeland Security) and another that helps small businesses.
H. R. 10293 aims to extend the authorities granted by the Defense Production Act of 1950. Specifically, this bill proposes an amendment to change the expiration date of certain authorities from September 30, 2025, to September 30, 2026. The bill was introduced by Mr. McHenry...
This bill wants to make sure that certain special powers given to help the country make important products, like during a big emergency, keep going for one more year until the end of September 2026.
H. RES. 1139 is a resolution from the House of Representatives acknowledging April 17, 2024, as the 500th anniversary of the discovery of New York Bay by Giovanni da Verrazzano. The resolution highlights Verrazzano's contribution to maritime exploration, which expanded knowledge of the East...
This is a special message from the people who make laws, saying they're celebrating 500 years since a man named Giovanni da Verrazzano first found a big place called New York Bay. It's like saying happy birthday to a really old and important place that helps ships and people travel.
H.R. 1098 is a bill that proposes to rename a United States Postal Service facility located at 50 East Derry Road in East Derry, New Hampshire. The bill suggests that this facility should be officially named the “Chief Edward B. Garone Post Office.” This designation pays...
This bill wants to give the post office in East Derry, New Hampshire, a special name: the "Chief Edward B. Garone Post Office," to honor a person named Chief Edward B. Garone. It’s like giving the post office a badge with his name on it to remember him.
H. RES. 988 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives that supports the values of the "Equity or Else" quality-of-life platform. It calls for the House to use this platform as a framework for creating policies that address and promote racial and economic equity across...
The bill says that people in charge want to make sure everyone, no matter their background, has a fair chance to do well in life. They want to listen to people who know what’s not fair and change the rules to be nicer and more equal for everyone.
H. RES. 1473 is a resolution in the House of Representatives that condemns racism and bigotry towards people of Haitian descent. It emphasizes the harmful effects of misinformation and false narratives that have created hostility against Haitians in communities, specifically...
This bill is like a big message that says being mean to Haitian people or believing and spreading lies about them is wrong. It also celebrates all the good things Haitian people have done in America and asks everyone to be kind and share truths.
H. R. 8308 aims to extend the Nutria Eradication and Control Act of 2003 by changing the expiration date from 2025 to 2030. Additionally, the bill makes a technical correction to the original act by revising a punctuation error. This legislation was passed by the House of...
H. R. 8308 is like pressing the snooze button on an alarm clock, but for a program that helps get rid of a pesky kind of animal called nutria. It also fixes a little mistake in the wording of the original law.
H. R. 9360 is a bill that proposes renaming a United States Postal Service facility located at 300 Macedonia Lane in Knoxville, Tennessee. If passed, this facility will be known as the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building." This change would apply to all...
The bill wants to change the name of a post office in Knoxville, Tennessee, so it will be called the "Reverend Harold Middlebrook Post Office Building." This means all maps and papers will use the new name for that place.
H. RES. 1338 is a resolution expressing support for designating the month of July as "American Patriotism Month." The resolution highlights the significance of American patriotism through historical events such as the Declaration of Independence, responses to attacks on Pearl...
In July, everyone should celebrate how much they love and care for their country, and this bill wants the President to say "let’s call July the American Patriot Month" every year, so people remember to celebrate together.
H. RES. 1326 is a resolution in the House of Representatives congratulating the Florida Panthers for winning their first-ever Stanley Cup championship in 2024. The resolution highlights the Panthers' victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final and...
The bill is like a special thank-you card from the House of Representatives to the Florida Panthers hockey team for winning an important contest called the Stanley Cup for the first time ever in 2024. It says "Good Job!" to everyone on the team and also mentions how they have helped the community.
H. R. 8717 proposes to name a post office building at 20 West Main Street in Santaquin, Utah, as the "SGT Bill Hooser Post Office Building." The bill ensures that any mention of this facility in any official U.S. documents will reflect the new designation. The bill has passed...
This bill wants to give a special name to a post office in Utah. They want to call it the "SGT Bill Hooser Post Office Building" to honor someone special, and now the House of Representatives has agreed to this name change.
H. RES. 1533 is a resolution by the U.S. House of Representatives that reaffirms the country's strong support for Israel, marking one year since a surprise attack on Israel that took place on October 7, 2023. The resolution condemns the violent acts committed by Hamas against Israel and calls...
The bill is about the United States saying they still support their friend, Israel, one year after a big attack by a group called Hamas. It also asks Hamas to stop hurting people and to give back anyone they are holding and those who have died.
H. CON. RES. 134 is a concurrent resolution passed by the House of Representatives. It directs the Clerk of the House to amend the enrollment of bill H.R. 5009. Specifically, the long title of the bill will be changed to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2025 for...
The people in charge of writing and checking laws want to change the title of a big plan about how the United States spends its money on things like the army and energy. But they didn't say exactly what else the plan will do, kind of like having a mystery box!
The resolution, H. RES. 1452, is a procedural measure that outlines how the House of Representatives will consider the bill H.R. 2708. This bill aims to prevent discrimination against people with disabilities who need long-term services and supports. The...
The bill wants to make sure that people with disabilities who need help for a long time are treated fairly and not left out. It talks about the rules for discussing this bill in a big meeting, but some parts might be tricky to understand without knowing how the government meetings work.
H. RES. 1021 expresses the opinion of the House of Representatives that the alleged political persecution of former President Donald J. Trump is morally indefensible and has significantly harmed trust in institutions. It calls for the Biden administration to cease what it describes as the...
In simple terms, this proposal says that some people in the House of Representatives think it's not fair how former President Donald Trump is being treated and that the government should stop being mean to him. They also believe if Trump becomes President again, it would be good for the country.
H. RES. 1379 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to impeach Vice President Kamala Devi Harris for high crimes and misdemeanors. The resolution accuses her of failing to uphold federal immigration laws and compromising national security and public safety. Additionally,...
H. RES. 1379 is a plan by some people in the government to try to make Vice President Kamala Harris leave her job because they believe she did not do certain important things, like following immigration rules and checking on how President Biden is doing. They think she should not have any big government jobs in the future, but others say they don't have enough proof to do this.
H. RES. 1453 is a resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for designating September 2024 as "National Workforce Development Month." It highlights the importance of workforce development for the United States to stay competitive globally by fostering education, skill...
The House of Representatives wants to make September 2024 special by calling it "National Workforce Development Month," which means they want to help people learn new skills and get better jobs so everyone can become more successful and happy.
H. RES. 1432 expresses support for establishing September 10, 2024, as "National Firearm Suicide Prevention Day." The resolution highlights the growing crisis of firearm-related suicides in the United States and emphasizes the importance of safely storing firearms as a critical measure for...
H. RES. 1432 wants to make September 10, 2024, a special day to remind everyone about keeping guns safely locked away to help stop people from hurting themselves. It asks doctors and nurses to talk with people about how to keep guns safe at home.
H. RES. 1052 allows the House to consider two bills: H.R. 2799 and H.R. 7511. H.R. 2799 focuses on making reforms to the United States capital markets, while H.R. 7511 requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to take into custody aliens charged with theft in the United...
H. RES. 1052 is a plan that lets people in charge talk about two new rules: one to change money markets to make them better, and another to make sure people from other places who are caught stealing get taken in by a special leader. It also says how long they can talk about these rules and who can suggest changes.
H. RES. 1092 acknowledges the strong and beneficial economic relationship between the United States and Israel. It highlights the United States-Israel Free Trade Agreement, signed in 1985, as a key factor in growing trade and investment between the two nations. The resolution...
The U.S. and Israel have a special trade friendship that helps them both make money and grow stronger. This friendship is really important when Israel is having trouble with a group called Hamas.
H. RES. 1205 is a resolution declaring that Merrick Garland, the Attorney General of the United States, is in contempt of the House of Representatives. This is because he did not comply with a subpoena issued on February 27, 2024, which required him to provide certain...
Merrick Garland, who is in charge of the nation's lawyers, didn't give some important papers to a group of government leaders when they asked. Now, these leaders want to give someone the job of bringing Merrick to talk to them.
H. RES. 1170 aims to prevent Members of the House of Representatives from bringing or displaying foreign flags on the floor during sessions. There are exceptions to this rule, allowing foreign flags to be worn as lapel pins or included in debate-related exhibits. The...
The bill says that people in the House of Representatives can't bring or show flags from other countries when they are inside the main meeting room, except as small pins or in special pictures they use when talking. The person in charge of keeping order, the Sergeant-at-Arms, makes sure everyone follows this rule.
H. RES. 1267 is a resolution that voices support for the Second Amendment, which protects the right of American citizens to keep and bear arms. It criticizes the Biden administration's actions and policies, accusing them of attempting to undermine this constitutional right. The resolution...
This paper is telling everyone that some people in the government want to make sure people can always have and use their own "pew-pew toys" (guns) because they believe that's what the rules say. It also says they really don’t like the current boss's team because they think these people are trying to make it harder for folks to have these "toys."
H. RES. 1073, also known as the "Getting Expelled Officially Revokes Guaranteed Entry Resolution" or the "GEORGE Resolution," proposes changes to the rules of the U.S. House of Representatives. If passed, it would prevent former members who have been expelled from the House...
H. RES. 1073 is a rule change for the U.S. House of Representatives that would stop people who used to be part of the House, but got kicked out, from visiting the main room where they have meetings. This idea is to make sure that when someone is kicked out, they lose some special rights too.
H. RES. 1002 is a resolution recognizing the cultural and historical importance of Lunar New Year in 2024. The resolution acknowledges that Lunar New Year, celebrated by many Asian nations and cultures, begins with the lunar calendar and is celebrated worldwide, including by many Asian...
H. RES. 1002 is like a special note from the government saying they think Lunar New Year, a holiday celebrated by many people around the world, is important. They want to show respect and wish everyone who celebrates it a happy and successful new year! 🎉
S. RES. 10 is a resolution submitted by Mr. Thune in the Senate to inform the House of Representatives about the election of the Honorable Jackie Barber as the Secretary of the Senate. The resolution was considered and agreed to on January 3, 2025.
The Senate has picked a new person, Jackie Barber, to be in charge of important papers, and they told the House of Representatives about it.
H. RES. 1218 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices of law enforcement officers in Southwest Florida. The House of Representatives expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the officers' dedication to keeping the community safe...
H. RES. 1218 is a special thank-you note from the House of Representatives to police officers in Southwest Florida, telling them how much their hard work and bravery are appreciated, especially during a week when everyone celebrates and honors police officers.
H. RES. 1431 specifies the election of certain members to standing committees within the U.S. House of Representatives. As per the resolution, Mr. García of Illinois is elected to the Committee on the Judiciary, and Mr. Horsford is elected to the Committee on Ways and Means....
In this bill, the House of Representatives decided that Mr. García from Illinois will now be part of one important group called the Judiciary Committee, and Mr. Horsford will join another important group called the Ways and Means Committee. It's like choosing new team members to help make big decisions!
H. RES. 961 sets out the procedure for how the House of Representatives will consider the bill H.R. 5863, which aims to provide tax relief for certain federal disasters. Under this resolution, the bill will be discussed in the House without amendments, and the usual rules that might block its...
H. RES. 961 tells how the House of Representatives will talk about a plan called H.R. 5863, which is about giving tax help to people after big disasters. It allows them to talk about the plan for one hour, but they can't change it, and only one chance is given to suggest doing something different with it.
H. RES. 1603 instructs the Committee on Ethics to keep and release records about their investigation into the alleged misconduct of Matthew Louis Gaetz II while he was serving as a Member of the House of Representatives. The resolution highlights various allegations against...
In this bill, the House wants to keep track of and share what they find out about bad things someone named Matthew Gaetz might have done when he was part of the government. They will share the info with everyone, but try to keep some parts secret to protect people's privacy.
H. RES. 1498 is a resolution that supports the designation of September as "National Bourbon Heritage Month." It acknowledges bourbon as a spirit unique to the United States, officially recognized as “America's Native Spirit” since 1964. The resolution highlights Kentucky’s significant role...
In September, there is a special time to celebrate bourbon, a type of drink that is considered very special in America, especially in Kentucky where most of it is made. This celebration is about recognizing how bourbon is a big part of American culture and history.
H. RES. 1070 recognizes the pivotal role of the National League of Cities (NLC) in advocating for U.S. municipal governments over the past century. It highlights NLC's efforts in influencing key federal legislation, supporting foundational services for communities, and...
The H. RES. 1070 is like giving a big thank you card to the National League of Cities for helping make towns and cities better over the years. It says they've done a great job working with the government to do important things for people who live in different neighborhoods across the country.
H. RES. 1060 expresses the House of Representatives' support for families wanting to start or grow through in vitro fertilization (IVF). It acknowledges the challenges faced by parents dealing with infertility and the medical advancements that help overcome these issues. The...
This resolution says that Congress thinks it's important to help families who want to have babies using a special medical technique called in vitro fertilization. It also supports creating fair rules to ensure these methods are safe and encourages more research to make them even better.
H. RES. 1405 is a resolution recognizing the 165th anniversary of the peaceful resolution of the Pig War crisis. This was a territorial dispute between Great Britain and the United States over the San Juan Islands that almost led to military conflict but was resolved through diplomacy and...
In 1859, there was almost a fight between America and Britain because of a pig, but they talked it out and stayed friends. This special paper, called H. RES. 1405, is to say "good job" for solving the problem peacefully and to celebrate 165 years of being friends.
H. RES. 1207 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives on May 7, 2024, that seeks to officially censure Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota for her remarks about Jewish students, which are characterized as hateful and antisemitic. The resolution details...
H. RES. 1207 is a plan from the U.S. House of Representatives to officially scold Representative Ilhan Omar for saying things about Jewish people that some believe are hurtful and mean. This is like telling someone they shouldn't say those kinds of things because they might make others feel upset or unsafe.
H. R. 6162 is a bill that seeks to name a certain United States Postal Service facility located at 379 North Oates Street in Dothan, Alabama, as the "LaBruce ‘Bruce’ Tidwell Post Office Building." This means that all references in official documents or maps will now recognize...
There is a building where people get their mail in a place called Dothan, Alabama, and the people decided to give it a special name, just like giving a toy a name. Now, it will be called the "LaBruce 'Bruce' Tidwell Post Office Building."
The resolution H. RES. 22 is about electing members to specific standing committees in the U.S. House of Representatives. It lists the names of representatives chosen for four committees: Appropriations, Energy and Commerce, Financial Services, and Ways and Means. This...
The resolution H. RES. 22 is like making teams at school, where certain members of the House of Representatives are chosen to join special groups called committees. These committees, like Appropriations, Energy and Commerce, Financial Services, and Ways and Means, help make important decisions for the country on things like spending money and other big projects.
H. RES. 1465 is a resolution introduced in the House of Representatives to honor the life and legacy of Diaz Bonville. Diaz Bonville was a dedicated public servant in Delaware known for his work with various local organizations and his role as a community advocate. The...
H. RES. 1465 is like a special thank-you card from the people in the House for Diaz Bonville, who did a lot of good things to help people in Delaware, and it's a way to show love to his family now that he's gone.
H. R. 1555 aims to name a United States Postal Service facility located at 2300 Sylvan Avenue in Modesto, California, as the “Corporal Michael D. Anderson Jr. Post Office Building.” This bill ensures that any mention of this postal facility in legal or official documents will...
The government wants to name a certain post office in Modesto, California, after a special person named Corporal Michael D. Anderson Jr. This means whenever people talk about or write about this post office, they will use the new name to honor him.
H. CON. RES. 89 allows for Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center to be used for a ceremony on May 7, 2024, to honor the victims of the Holocaust. The resolution specifies that all preparations for the event must follow the guidelines set by the Architect of the...
The bill lets people use a special place called Emancipation Hall at the Capitol to have a ceremony remembering people who suffered during the Holocaust. They will have this event on May 7, 2024, and must follow certain rules to get everything ready.
H. RES. 1459 is a resolution expressing the House of Representatives' opinion that states should rethink using ranked choice voting systems. The resolution outlines concerns that ranked choice voting complicates elections, can disenfranchise voters, and requires expensive...
The House of Representatives thinks that some states should think twice about using a voting method called ranked choice voting, because it might make voting harder, cost more money, and not be as fair. They want states to look into it more carefully, but they didn't give exact reasons or steps on how to do that.
S. RES. 813 is a resolution passed by the United States Senate to honor the memory of Steven D. Symms, who was a former U.S. Senator from Idaho. The resolution recounts his life achievements, including his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, his tenure in both the House of...
The U.S. Senate wants to say "thank you" to a man named Steven Symms, who once helped make important decisions for Idaho and America, and now they're feeling sad because he passed away. They are sharing this message with his family and taking a moment to remember him.
H. R. 10056 is a bill that seeks to change the Older Americans Act of 1965 to extend funding provisions. It proposes authorizing appropriations for fiscal years 2025 through 2028 by amending various sections within the act to update the relevant fiscal year from 2024 to...
The bill is like a promise to keep giving money to help older people for the next few years, making sure they get the support they need from 2025 to 2028. It's like keeping a piggy bank ready for grandmas and grandpas!
H. RES. 1048 expresses the House of Representatives' support for the establishment of a humanitarian parole program specifically for Cameroonian immigrants fleeing violence and instability in Cameroon. The resolution highlights the ongoing armed conflicts and widespread human...
This bill wants the U.S. to help people from Cameroon who are escaping danger by letting them come and stay safely. It asks the government to make sure these people are given a safe place to live and the help they need.
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