Topic

Commemorations

Bills 8,010 First seen 107th Most recent 110th

8,010 bills on this subject

Filed across 4 Congresses, from the 107th to the 110th, and most in the 110th at 2,412. 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
8,010 bills across every Congress on file. Showing 1,201–1,230, newest first.
Bill Title Congress Latest action
HRES 658 Supporting the goals and ideals of Federal Credit Union Month and recognizing the importance of Federal credit unions to the economy, and their critical mission in serving those of modest means. 110th October 19, 2007
HRES 657 Expressing heartfelt sympathy for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding during August 2007 in the States of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin, and for other purposes. 110th October 2, 2007
HRES 656 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary of Defense, and the Congress should take immediate action to implement the recommendations of the President's Commission on Care for America's Returning Wounded Warriors, and for other purposes. 110th October 19, 2007
HRES 655 Honoring the life and accomplishments of Katherine Dunham. 110th July 23, 2008
HRES 654 Congratulating the Phoenix Mercury for winning the 2007 Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) Championship. 110th October 9, 2007
HRES 653 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the concept of nonviolence and the teachings of Gandhi remain relevant and instructive in today's world and the United States should take an active role in disseminating the message of nonviolence through education and public awareness. 110th September 17, 2007
HRES 652 Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the importance of protecting American cruise ship passengers against crimes on the high seas and ensuring that the perpetrators of such crimes are brought to justice. 110th October 12, 2007
HRES 649 Commemorating the second annual "Milwaukee Brides Walk" and recognizing all brides marches in protest of domestic violence. 110th October 12, 2007
HRES 648 Supporting the goals and ideals of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Day. 110th September 10, 2007
HRES 647 Commending General David H. Petraeus for his exemplary service to the United States and for his leadership as Commander of the Multi-National Force-Iraq and condemning in the strongest possible terms the reprehensible efforts of certain persons questioning the honesty, integrity, and service of General Petraeus. 110th September 25, 2007
HRES 646 Celebrating the 220th Anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States of America, and for other purposes. 110th September 10, 2007
HRES 645 Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Police as the House honors the 10th Anniversary of the tragic deaths of Officer Jacob Chestnut and Detective John Gibson, who lost their lives protecting the Capitol and the people inside from an armed attack. 110th July 23, 2008
HRES 644 Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to respecting the independent and professional reputation of General David H. Petraeus and all members of the United States Armed Forces serving in good standing in the defense of the United States. 110th September 10, 2007
HRES 643 Recognizing September 11 as a day of rememberance, extending sympathies to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001, and their families, honoring the heroic actions of our nation's first responders and Armed Forces, and reaffirming the commitment to defending the people of the United States against any and all future challenges. 110th September 10, 2007
HRES 642 Expressing sympathy to and support for the people and governments of the countries of Central America, the Caribbean, and Mexico which have suffered from Hurricanes Felix, Dean, and Henriette and whose complete economic and fatality toll are still unknown. 110th September 25, 2007
HRES 640 Honoring the sacrifices and commitments of the men, women, and families of the United States Transportation Command, and for other purposes. 110th October 1, 2007
HRES 639 Commending the actions of the Government of Germany and its cooperation with United States intelligence agencies in preventing a large-scale terrorist attack against locations in Germany, including sites frequented by Americans. 110th September 17, 2007
HRES 635 Recognizing the commencement of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and spiritual renewal, and expressing respect to Muslims in the United States and throughout the world on this occasion, and for other purposes. 110th October 2, 2007
HRES 634 Encouraging participation in hunting and fishing, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Hunting and Fishing Day and the efforts of hunters and fishermen toward the scientific management of wildlife and conservation of the natural environment. 110th September 24, 2007
HRES 632 Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Paul E. Gillmor, a Representative of the State of Ohio. 110th September 5, 2007
HRES 631 Honoring the sacrifice and courage of the six missing miners and three rescuers who were killed in the Crandall Canyon mine disaster in Utah, and recognizing the rescue crews for their outstanding efforts in the aftermath of the tragedies. 110th September 5, 2007
HRES 630 Congratulating the Warner Robins Little League Baseball Team from Warner Robins, Georgia, on winning the 2007 Little League World Series Championship. 110th October 9, 2007
HRES 629 Extending the condolences and sympathy of the House of Representatives to the Government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece since June 2007. 110th September 5, 2007
HRES 624 Congratulating the State of Israel on chairing a United Nations committee for the first time in history, and for other purposes. 110th October 15, 2007
HRES 617 Supporting the goals and ideals of National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month, and for other purposes. 110th August 3, 2007
HRES 616 Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Phoenix House, the success and contributions of Phoenix House with respect to the treatment and prevention of substance abuse, and the significant role that Phoenix House has played in raising public awareness and formulating public policy. 110th August 3, 2007
HRES 607 Extending best wishes to the people of India as they celebrate the 60th anniversary of India's independence from the British Empire. 110th August 2, 2007
HRES 606 Honoring the city of Minneapolis, first responders, and the citizens of the State of Minnesota for their valiant efforts in responding to the horrific collapse of the Interstate Route 35W Mississippi River Bridge. 110th September 5, 2007
HRES 605 Supporting the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day. 110th September 24, 2007
HRES 604 Expressing the nation's sincerest appreciation and thanks for the service of the members of the 303rd Bombardment Group (Heavy) upon the occasion of the final reunion of the 303rd Bomb Group (H) Association. 110th September 25, 2007

Subjects are the headings the Library of Congress assigns to a bill, not labels written here, so the wording is theirs. Bills are listed newest first by their latest action. A bill carries several subjects, so it appears under each of them. Records come from Congress.gov.