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| bill_id | congress | bill_type | bill_number | title | policy_area | introduced_date ▲ | latest_action_date | latest_action_text | origin_chamber | sponsor_name | sponsor_state | sponsor_party | sponsor_bioguide_id | cosponsor_count | summary_text | update_date | url |
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| 103-hjres-426 | 103 | hjres | 426 | Designating October 24, 1995, as "United Nations Day". | International Affairs | 1994-10-07 | 1994-10-07 | Referred to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. | House | Rep. Coyne, William J. [D-PA-14] | PA | D | C000846 | 0 | Designates October 24, 1995, as United Nations Day. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/426 |
| 103-hjres-416 | 103 | hjres | 416 | Limited Authorization for the United States-led Force in Haiti Resolution | International Affairs | 1994-09-28 | 1994-10-07 | Laid on the table. See S.J. Res. 229 for further action. | House | Rep. Torricelli, Robert G. [D-NJ-9] | NJ | D | T000317 | 1 | Commends the men and women of the U.S. armed forces in Haiti. Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the President should have sought congressional approval before deploying such forces; (2) the departure from power of the de facto authorities in Haiti and Haitian efforts to achieve national reconciliation, democracy, and the rule of law are in the best interests of the Haitian people; and (3) the President's lifting of the unilateral economic sanctions on Haiti and his efforts to bring about the lifting of economic sanctions imposed by the United Nations are appropriate. Supports a prompt and orderly withdrawal of all U.S. armed forces from Haiti as soon as possible. Requires the President to submit to the President pro tempore of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Representatives: (1) a statement of the national security objectives to be achieved by Operation Uphold Democracy and a detailed description of U.S. policy, the military mission and general rules of engagement under which operations of U.S. armed forces are conducted in and around Haiti, including the role of such forces regarding Haitian on Haitian violence, and efforts to disarm Haitian military or police forces or civilians; and (2) changes or modifications to such objectives, policy, mission, or rules of engagement. Directs the President to report to the Congress on the situation in Haiti by November 1, 1994, including a listing of units of the U.S. armed forces participating in, and the estimated duration and costs of, Operation Uphold Democracy. Requires the Secretary of State to report to the Congress on: (1) the participation or involvement of any member of the Haitian Government in violations of internationally recognized human rights from December 15, 1990, to December 15, 1994; and (2) all agreements the United States has entered into with other nations, including any assistance pledged or provided, in connection with U.S. efforts in Haiti. | 2025-08-26T13:49:13Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/416 |
| 103-hjres-393 | 103 | hjres | 393 | To designate August 1, 1994, as "Helsinki Human Rights Day". | International Affairs | 1994-07-25 | 1994-07-25 | Referred jointly to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. | House | Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5] | MD | D | H000874 | 44 | Designates August 1, 1994, as Helsinki Human Rights Day. Authorizes the President to reassert America's commitment to the Helsinki Accords and requests him to: (1) convey to all signatories of the Accords that respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms is a vital element of further progress in the ongoing Helsinki process; and (2) develop new proposals to advance the human rights objectives of such process to address the major problems that remain. | 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/393 |
| 103-hjres-371 | 103 | hjres | 371 | Designating June 10, 1995, as "Portuguese American Friendship Day". | International Affairs | 1994-05-26 | 1994-05-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. | House | Rep. Pombo, Richard W. [R-CA-11] | CA | R | P000419 | 0 | Designates June 10, 1995, as Portuguese American Friendship Day. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/371 |
| 103-hjres-333 | 103 | hjres | 333 | Designating May 11, 1994, as "Vietnam Human Rights Day". | International Affairs | 1994-03-10 | 1994-03-10 | Referred to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. | House | Rep. Byrne, Leslie L. [D-VA-11] | VA | D | B001213 | 222 | Designates May 11, 1994, as Vietnam Human Rights Day in support of efforts by the Non-Violent Movement for Human Rights in Vietnam. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/333 |
| 103-hjres-310 | 103 | hjres | 310 | Designating March 25, 1994, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy". | International Affairs | 1994-02-01 | 1994-03-23 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1950-1951) | House | Rep. Bilirakis, Michael [R-FL-9] | FL | R | B000463 | 218 | Designates March 25, 1994, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/310 |
| 103-hjres-295 | 103 | hjres | 295 | Expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should not establish diplomatic relations with the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam until that government abides by internationally accepted standards of religious liberty. | International Affairs | 1993-11-18 | 1993-12-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific. | House | Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | G000212 | 22 | Declares that the United States should not establish diplomatic relations with the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam until: (1) the demands of Venerable Thich Huyan Quang for the right of the Unified Buddhist Church to exist and function in Vietnam are fully met; (2) he and all other monks, as well as clergy of other religions, who have been detained for the nonviolent expression of dissent are released; (3) such Government abides by internationally accepted standards of religious liberty as outlined in the United Nations Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination Based on Religion or Belief, including freedom of conscience and belief and freedom to worship, teach religion, train and appoint clergy, publish and express religious views, and meet with coreligionists abroad; and (4) other major issues of concern in U.S. bilateral relations with Vietnam have been fully resolved. | 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/295 |
| 103-hjres-292 | 103 | hjres | 292 | Nuclear Nonproliferation in Korea Resolution | International Affairs | 1993-11-15 | 1993-12-06 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific. | House | Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | G000212 | 20 | Nuclear Nonproliferation in Korea Resolution - Approves and supports: (1) the determination of the President to prevent the development or acquisition by North Korea of a nuclear explosive device and to respond appropriately should North Korea obtain and use such device against any ally of the United States; and (2) the President's efforts to induce North Korea to comply fully with its obligations under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and the bilateral denuclearization agreement with the Republic of Korea, including the obligation to permit full scope inspections of all suspected nuclear weapons sites. Approves and encourages the use by the President of any means necessary and appropriate, including the use of diplomacy, economic sanctions, a blockade, and military force, to prevent: (1) the development or acquisition by North Korea of a nuclear explosive device; or (2) the use by North Korea of such a device against U.S. forces in the region or against any ally of the United States. Sets forth reporting requirements. | 2025-08-26T13:51:08Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/292 |
| 103-hjres-284 | 103 | hjres | 284 | War Powers Amendments of 1993 | International Affairs | 1993-10-27 | 1993-10-27 | Referred to the House Committee on Rules. | House | Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4] | OR | D | D000191 | 9 | War Powers Amendments of 1993 - Amends the War Powers Resolution to permit the introduction of the armed forces into hostilities or into situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated only: (1) pursuant to a declaration of war by the Congress; (2) in accordance with a specific statutory authorization; (3) to contend with an armed attack on the United States or the armed forces; or (4) under certain circumstances to protect U.S. nationals while evacuating them from a situation that threatens their lives or liberty. Prohibits the obligation or expenditure of funds for any such introduction of the armed forces except as described under this Act. Requires the President to consult with the Congress before the armed forces are introduced into hostilities and before they are introduced into the territory, airspace, or waters of a foreign country: (1) while equipped for combat, except for deployments which relate solely to supply, replacement, repair, or training of such forces; or (2) in which there are already armed forces equipped for combat if such introduction would substantially enlarge the number of armed forces equipped for combat or increase the military capabilities of such forces. Declares that the President must ask Members of Congress for their advice and opinions before the decision is made to introduce the armed forces in order to satisfy the consultation requirement. Directs the President, within 48 hours after the armed forces are introduced into hostilities or situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated, to report to the Speaker of the House and the president pro tempore of the Senate on: (1) the circumstances necessitating the introduction; (2) the constitutional and legislative authority under which the introduction took place; and (3) the estimated scope and duration of the hostilities or the involvement of the armed forces. Provides for continuing reports at least every six months. Prohibits funding for continued involvement of the armed… | 2025-08-26T13:48:51Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/284 |
| 103-hjres-275 | 103 | hjres | 275 | To require the withdrawal of American forces from Somalia. | International Affairs | 1993-10-07 | 1993-11-09 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8941) | House | Rep. Roth, Toby [R-WI-8] | WI | R | R000459 | 14 | Requires the withdrawal of all U.S. armed forces participating in the United Nations (UN) operation in Somalia within 30 days. Prohibits U.S. armed forces from participating in, or operating in support of, the UN-led force in Somalia after such withdrawal. | 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/275 |
| 103-hjres-268 | 103 | hjres | 268 | Designating the week beginning October 25, 1993, as "World Population Awareness Week". | International Affairs | 1993-09-27 | 1993-09-29 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2269) | House | Rep. Beilenson, Anthony C. [D-CA-24] | CA | D | B000318 | 222 | Designates the week beginning October 25, 1993, as World Population Awareness Week. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/268 |
| 103-hjres-259 | 103 | hjres | 259 | Concerning United States policy towards Somalia. | International Affairs | 1993-09-13 | 1993-09-22 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa. | House | Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | G000212 | 2 | Declares that the President should consult closely with the Congress regarding U.S. policy with respect to Somalia, including the deployment of the armed forces, whether under United Nations or U.S. command. Directs the United States to facilitate the assumption of the functions of the armed forces by the United Nations. Requires the President to ensure that the goals and objectives supporting deployment of the armed forces in Somalia and a description of the mission, command arrangements, size, functions, location, and anticipated duration in Somalia of those forces are provided in a report to the Congress by October 15, 1993. Declares that the Congress believes that the President should, by November 15, 1993, seek and receive congressional authorization in order for the deployment of the armed forces in Somalia to continue. | 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/259 |
| 103-hjres-250 | 103 | hjres | 250 | Requiring the President to obtain authorization under the War Powers Resolution prior to introducing United States Armed Forces into hostilities in the former Yugoslavia. | International Affairs | 1993-08-05 | 1993-08-10 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. | House | Rep. Roth, Toby [R-WI-8] | WI | R | R000459 | 0 | Requires the President to obtain specific statutory authorization from the Congress under the War Powers Resolution prior to introducing U.S. armed forces into hostilities, or into situations where imminent involvement in hostilities is clearly indicated by the circumstances, in the former Yugoslavia. | 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/250 |
| 103-hjres-235 | 103 | hjres | 235 | To designate August 1, 1993, as "Helsinki Human Rights Day". | International Affairs | 1993-07-22 | 1993-07-27 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1896) | House | Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5] | MD | D | H000874 | 23 | Designates August 1, 1993, as Helsinki Human Rights Day. Authorizes the President to reassert America's commitment to the Helsinki Accords and requests him to: (1) convey to all signatories of the Accords that respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms is a vital element of further progress in the ongoing Helsinki process; and (2) develop new proposals to advance the human rights objectives of such process to address the major problems that remain. | 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/235 |
| 103-hjres-225 | 103 | hjres | 225 | Designating the third week of July 1993 as "Captive Nations Week", and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 1993-07-01 | 1993-07-01 | Referred to the House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. | House | Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | G000212 | 0 | Designates the third week of July 1993 as Captive Nations Week. Commends the peoples of those nations of Central and Eastern Europe and Eurasia, formerly held captive by the Soviet Union and its Warsaw Pact alliance, who have liberated themselves from their captivity. Encourages such liberated nations in their efforts to build democracy and market-based economies. Calls upon the people of the liberated nations to refrain from following the leadership of those who would seek to follow an aggressive or authoritarian relationship with either the citizens of those countries or with their neighboring states. | 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/225 |
| 103-hjres-227 | 103 | hjres | 227 | Collective Security Participation Resolution | International Affairs | 1993-07-01 | 1993-07-12 | Referred to the Subcommittee on International Security, International Organizations and Human Rights. | House | Rep. Torricelli, Robert G. [D-NJ-9] | NJ | D | T000317 | 0 | Collective Security Participation Resolution - Urges the President to initiate discussions among members of the United Nations (UN) Security Council, the General Assembly, and the Military Staff Committee leading to negotiations, under Article 43 of the UN Charter, of special agreements with equitable terms under which designated forces from various countries, including the United States, would be available to the Security Council. Affirms support for the commitment made to the General Assembly by President Bush to make bases and facilities available to the Security Council for multinational training of forces under the UN. Urges the President to consult with specified congressional committees in the course of negotiating an Article 43 agreement. Expresses congressional intent to give prompt consideration to any such agreement. Reaffirms Congress's commitment to the principle that congressional approval of an Article 43 agreement shall have the effect of providing the President with full authority to direct that the U.S. armed forces designated in such agreement be employed as may be necessary to support Security Council decisions. | 2025-08-26T13:51:32Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/227 |
| 103-hjres-166 | 103 | hjres | 166 | Providing for the United States to assume a strong leadership role in implementing the decisions made at the Earth Summit by developing a national strategy to implement Agenda 21 and other Earth Summit agreements through domestic policy and foreign policy, by cooperating with all countries to identify and initiate further agreements to protect the global environment, and by supporting and participating in the high-level United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development. | International Affairs | 1993-03-29 | 1993-04-26 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1036) | House | Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-8] | CA | D | P000197 | 67 | Declares that effective follow-up to achieve the goals of the agreements reached at the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) will depend on the following actions by the President and Congress: (1) adoption of a national strategy for environmentally sustainable development; (2) facilitation of a means for adopting individual Agenda 21 plans of action; (3) the establishment of an effective mechanism to plan, initiate, and coordinate U.S. policy for implementing Agenda 21; and (4) the formulation of policies to help developing countries implement Agenda 21. Supports: (1) pursuing the research and policy initiatives urged in Agenda 21; (2) the Congress adopting a system to reallocate an appropriate amount of savings from reduced defense spending to achieve its goals of global environmental protection and sustainable development over the next decade; (3) the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development; and (4) rules of procedure for the Commission which ensure the participation of nongovernmental organizations. Calls on the President to: (1) actively participate in multilateral efforts aimed at creating a more favorable international economic climate for developing countries to practice sustainable development; (2) affirm strong U.S. commitment to the Commission by appointing a high-level representative to the Commission and by supporting the Under Secretary General for Policy Coordination and Sustainable Development in coordinating the implementation of Agenda 21 in the United Nations system and heading the secretariat support structure for the Commission; (3) submit a national report to the Commission on activities the United States has undertaken to implement Agenda 21 both domestically and internationally, on progress made toward fulfilling other commitments undertaken at UNCED, and on other environmental and developmental activities. | 2025-01-02T17:21:51Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/166 |
| 103-hjres-152 | 103 | hjres | 152 | Authorization for Use of United States Armed Forces in Somalia Resolution | International Affairs | 1993-03-16 | 1993-04-01 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1820) | House | Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-20] | NY | R | G000212 | 47 | Authorization for Use of United States Armed Forces in Somalia Resolution - Authorizes the President to deploy U.S. armed forces to participate in UNOSOM II (the international United Nations peacekeeping force in Somalia). Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the President should ensure that the transition from UNITAF (the Unified Task Force established pursuant to United Nations Security Council Resolution 794 which authorized humanitarian relief in Somalia) to UNOSOM II occurs no later than May 1, 1993; (2) the United Nations should foster the establishment of competent local authorities in Somalia and the size of UNOSOM II should be reduced as quickly as the situation will permit; and (3) costs incurred by the United States in connection with UNITAF and UNISOM II are reimbursed to the maximum extent possible by the United Nations and the international community. Declares that all U.S. armed forces should be withdrawn from Somalia within six months of the date of enactment of this resolution. Directs the President to report to the Congress at least once every two months until two months after all U.S. armed forces have been withdrawn from Somalia on developments related to Somalia. | 2025-08-26T13:51:31Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/152 |
| 103-hjres-10 | 103 | hjres | 10 | Designating March 25, 1993, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy". | International Affairs | 1993-01-05 | 1993-03-20 | For Further Action See S.J.Res.22. | House | Rep. Bilirakis, Michael [R-FL-9] | FL | R | B000463 | 227 | Designates March 25, 1993, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy. | 2025-01-02T17:21:33Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/103rd-congress/house-joint-resolution/10 |
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title TEXT,
policy_area TEXT,
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CREATE INDEX idx_leg_type ON legislation(bill_type);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_policy ON legislation(policy_area);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_date ON legislation(introduced_date);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor ON legislation(sponsor_name);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor_bioguide ON legislation(sponsor_bioguide_id);