Topic

Commemorations

Bills 8,086 First seen 107th Most recent 110th

8,086 bills on this subject

Filed across 4 Congresses, from the 107th to the 110th, and most in the 110th at 2,420. A subject is a heading the Library of Congress assigns to a bill, and a bill usually carries several, so these are the bills that touch this subject rather than the bills only about it.

Bills by Congress 107th to 110th
2,116 bills in the 109th Congress. Showing 1,111–1,140, newest first. Every Congress
Bill Title Status Latest action
HRES 456 Expressing support for the memorandum of understanding signed by the Government of the Republic of Indonesia and the Free Aceh Movement on August 15, 2005, to end the conflict in Aceh, a province in Sumatra, Indonesia. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. December 18, 2005
HRES 453 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to a court decision relating to the Pledge of Allegiance. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution. October 17, 2005
HRES 452 Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the American Academy of Pediatrics and supporting the mission and goals of the organization. Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. October 7, 2005
HRES 450 Recognizing Space Shuttle Commander Eileen Collins, Mission Specialist Wendy Lawrence, and the contributions of all other women who have worked with NASA following the successful mission of Space Shuttle Discovery on STS-114. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 20, 2005
HRES 448 Recognizing the suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians and acknowledging the sacrifices made in the interest of peace by the Israeli settlers who left the Gaza Strip voluntarily, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. September 15, 2005
HRES 446 Recognizing Space Shuttle Commander Eileen Collins, Mission Specialist Wendy Lawrence, and the contributions of all other women who have worked with NASA in preparing for the launch of Space Shuttle Discovery on STS-114. Referred to the House Committee on Science. September 15, 2005
HRES 443 Congratulating the United States Men's National Soccer Team on qualifying for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. September 14, 2005
HRES 442 Honoring the Fordham University School of Law upon the occasion of its 100th Anniversary. Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness. October 12, 2005
HRES 441 To congratulate the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Discovery crew of Commander Eileen Collins, Pilot Jim Kelly, Mission Specialist Charlie Camarda, Mission Specialist Wendy Lawrence, Mission Specialist Soichi Noguchi, Mission Specialist Steve Robinson, and Mission Specialist Andy Thomas on the successful completion of their 14 day test flight to the International Space Station for the first step of the Vision for Space Exploration, begun from the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on July 26, 2005, and completed at Edwards Air Force Base, California, on August 9, 2005, which historical mission represented a great step forward into the new beginning of the Second Space Age. The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. September 20, 2005
HRES 434 Recognizing the importance of establishing a national memorial at the Pentagon Reservation to commemorate and mourn the terrorist attack against the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness. September 20, 2005
HRES 431 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a Lifelong Learning Week. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. September 7, 2005
HRES 430 Commending the University of Oklahoma's gymnastics team for winning the 2005 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Gymnastics Championship. Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness. October 12, 2005
HRES 429 Congratulating the West Oahu Little League Baseball team for winning the 2005 Little League Baseball World Series. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 21, 2005
HRES 428 Expressing the sincere gratitude of the House of Representatives to the foreign individuals, organizations, and governments that have offered material assistance and other forms of support to those who have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 8, 2005
HRES 427 Relating to the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 8, 2005
HRES 425 Expressing the condolences of the Nation to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, commending the resiliency of the people of the States of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, and committing to stand by them in the relief and recovery effort. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 7, 2005
HRES 424 To congratulate the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Discovery crew of Commander Eileen Collins, Pilot Jim Kelly, Mission Specialist Charlie Camarda, Mission Specialist Wendy Lawrence, Mission Specialist Soichi Noguchi, Mission Specialist Steve Robinson, and Mission Specialist Andy Thomas on the successful completion of their 14 day test flight to the International Space Station for the first step of the Vision for Space Exploration, begun from the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, on July 26, 2005, and completed at Edwards Air Force Base, California, on August 9, 2005. This historical mission represented a great step forward into the new beginning of the Second Space Age. Committee Hearings Held. September 7, 2005
HRES 423 Honoring and recognizing the distinguished service, career, and achievements of Chief Justice William Hubbs Rehnquist upon his death, and for other purposes. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 7, 2005
HRES 422 Expressing the profound sorrow of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable William H. Rehnquist, Chief Justice of the United States. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 6, 2005
HRES 421 Commending the Biotechnology Industry Organization, the world's largest biotechnology organization, for a successful annual convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. July 29, 2005
HRES 416 Recognizing the Republic of Poland and philanthropic organizations and individuals for supporting the establishment of the Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw, Poland. Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. July 28, 2005
HRES 410 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that there should be established a National Weatherization Day to recognize the need for reducing home energy costs, particularly for low-income families, through the use of conservation technologies, and for other purposes. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. July 28, 2005
HRES 407 Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the discovery of the East Texas Oil Field on October 3, 1930, and the 25th anniversary of the East Texas Oil Museum. Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Air Quality. August 5, 2005
HRES 406 Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the first official meeting between soldiers of the United States Army and soldiers of the Soviet Army at Torgau, Germany, and commending the excellent service of the 69th Infantry Division of the United States Army during World War II. Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. July 28, 2005
HRES 405 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that observing a Movement Disorders Awareness Month would promote awareness, diagnosis, and advocacy concerning the issue. Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. August 5, 2005
HRES 404 Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of Vice Admiral (retired) James B. Stockdale, United States Navy. Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. July 28, 2005
HRES 403 Recognizing the importance of Knowing My 8 Rules for Safety in addressing the problem of missing children, and for other purposes. Referred to the Subcommittee on Select Education. November 2, 2006
HRES 402 Supporting the goals and ideals of Infant Mortality Awareness Month. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 28, 2006
HRES 398 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the employees of the Department of Homeland Security, their partners at all levels of government, and the millions of law enforcement agents and emergency response providers nationwide should be commended for their dedicated service on the Nation's front lines in the war against terrorism. Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote. July 28, 2005
HRES 397 Congratulating the Navy basketball team for winning the 2005 Armed Forces Basketball Championship. Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. October 5, 2005

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