ROYCE, EDWARD R. (a Representative from California)
Bills and resolutions cosponsored
Agreement for Cooperation Between the U.S. and India Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy: approve (see H.R. 7081), H10132 [26SE]
Animals: conserve global bear populations by prohibiting the importation, exportation, and interstate trade of bear viscera and items or products containing bear viscera (see H.R. 5534), H2443 [16AP]
Appropriations: making emergency supplemental appropriations for war on terror, international affairs, and national defense matters (see H.R. 6026), H4833 [22MY]
Armed Forces: ensure fair treatment of members discharged early due to being the only surviving child in a family in which an immediate family member was killed, MIA, or disabled in the line of duty (see H.R. 5825), H2442 [16AP]
Asociacion Mutual Israelita Argentina: anniversary of bombing in Buenos Aires, Argentina (see H. Con. Res. 385), H6176 [26JN]
Berthoud, John: tribute (see H. Res. 881), H2488 [17AP] (see H. Res. 1302), H6408 [10JY]
BLM: exempt any solar energy project on managed lands from an environmental impact statement requirement (see H.R. 6527), H6674 [16JY]
Boy Scouts: mint coins in commemoration of centennial of establishment (see H.R. 5872), H2552 [22AP]
Brumidi, Constantino: award Congressional Gold Medal (see H.R. 1609), H3108 [6MY]
Buckley, William F., Jr.: tribute (see H. Res. 1016), H1220 [4MR]
Burke, Yvonne Brathwaite: tribute (see H. Con. Res. 338), H2852 [29AP]
Chi Mui Post Office Building, San Gabriel, CA: designate (see H.R. 5477), H1772 [14MR]
China, Republic of: elections (see H. Con. Res. 278), H457 [23JA]
———require the Depts. of State and Defense to provide briefings on recent discussions and potential transfer of defense articles or services (see H.R. 6646), H7809 [1AU]
Committee on Earmark Reform (Joint, Select): establish (see H. Con. Res. 263), H559 [29JA]
Consumers: require disclosure of terms of rental-purchase agreements (see H.R. 1767), H10642 [29SE]
Courts: create a Federal cause of action to determine if defamation exists under U.S. law when defamation actions are brought in foreign courts against U.S. persons based on publications or speech in the U.S. (see H.R. 5814), H4878 [3JN]
Cyprus: support removal of Turkish occupation troops (see H. Res. 620), H2554 [22AP]
Dept. of Homeland Security: provide for two-layered, 14-foot reinforced fencing along the southwest border (see H.R. 5124), H455 [23JA]
———require construction of fencing and security improvements in the border area from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico (see H.R. 4987), H390 [22JA]
Dept. of the Treasury: establish Office of Insurance Information (see H.R. 5840), H2486 [17AP]
Dink, Hrant: condemn murder of Turkish journalist (see H. Res. 102), H390 [22JA]
Egypt: protect human rights and freedoms of religion, speech, and the press, prevent imposition of restrictions on peaceful activism, and call for release of Ayman Nour and other political prisoners (see H. Res. 1303), H7630 [30JY]
Families and domestic relations: call upon the courts to uphold the fundamental and constitutional right of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their children (see H. Res. 1076), H2011 [3AP]
Financial institutions: advance credit union efforts to promote economic growth, modify credit union regulatory standards and burdens, and improve productivity for insured depository institutions (see H.R. 6312), H5728 [19JN]
———advance credit union efforts to promote economic growth and modify credit union regulatory standards and burdens (see H.R. 5519), H1188 [3MR]
Firefighters: commending firefighters from California and throughout the U.S. for their courageous actions and sacrifices in fighting the California wildfires (see H. Res. 1322), H6229 [8JY]
Foreign aid: encourage accelerated removal of agricultural subsidies of industrialized countries to alleviate poverty and promote growth, health, and stability in the economies of African countries (see H. Res. 990), H994 [14FE]
Foreign countries: require report on business and investment climates (see H.R. 7193), H10300 [27SE]
FTC: revise ``do-not-call'' registry regulations to prohibit politically-oriented recorded message telephone calls (see H.R. 248), H2553 [22AP]
Gerald R. Ford Post Office Building, Rancho Mirage, CA: designate (see H.R. 6085), H5045 [5JN]
Gordon N. Chan Post Office Building, San Jose, CA: designate (see H.R. 6558), H6733 [21JY]
Health: improve access to health care services and provide improved medical care by reducing the excessive burden the liability system places on the health care delivery system (see H.R. 2580), H3777 [13MY]
———increase provision of scientifically sound information and support services to patients receiving a positive test diagnosis for Down syndrome or other prenatally diagnosed conditions (see H.R. 3112), H4877 [3JN]
———national policy to increase Federal commitment prioritizing disease prevention and public health (see H. Res. 1381), H8276 [16SE]
House of Representatives: establish the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission (see H. Res. 1451), H8478 [18SE]
Housing: reform the regulation of the housing-related Government-sponsored enterprises (see H.R. 6521), H6673 [16JY]
India: condemn terrorist attacks in Mumbai, urge Pakistan to investigate possible connection to groups based in Pakistan, and bolster U.S. counterterrorism cooperation with India (see H. Res. 1532), H10867 [9DE]
International relations: reorganize U.S. international broadcasting (see H.R. 7070), H9972 [25SE]
Iran: respond to threat posed to international peace, stability in the Middle East, and the vital national security interests of the U.S. by Iran's pursuit of nuclear weapons and regional hegemony (see H. Con. Res. 362), H4878 [3JN]
Iraq: urge President Bush to not commit to any agreement that involves the continued presence of U.S. forces unless it includes a provision requiring Iraqi reimbursement for costs of such presence (see H. Res. 1123), H2486 [17AP]
Israel: recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm bonds of close friendship and cooperation with the U.S. (see H. Con. Res. 322), H2554 [22AP]
Law enforcement: reform the ATF, modernize firearms laws and regulations, and protect the community from criminals (see H.R. 4900), H1702 [13MR]
Law enforcement officers: provide exception to mandatory minimum sentences for officers who use or possess firearms during a crime committed during pursuit or apprehension of a suspect (see H.R. 6367), H7629 [30JY]
Legislative branch of the Government: prohibit offices from entering into certain contracts with any contractor who does not participate in the employment eligibility verification program (see H.R. 5731), H2443 [16AP]
Macedonia: stop utilization of materials that violate agreement with Greece regarding ``hostile activities or propaganda'' and work to find a mutually-acceptable official name for the former Yugoslav republic (see H. Res. 356), H1032 [25FE]
Mandela, Nelson: tribute (see H. Res. 1090), H5865 [23JN]
Marisol Heredia Post Office Building, El Monte, CA: designate (see H.R. 4185), H1155 [27FE]
Middle East: condemn media broadcasts inciting violence against Americans and the U.S. and designate certain television channels and satellite providers as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (see H. Res. 1308), H6176 [26JN]
National Child Protection Act: establish a permanent background check system for youth-serving organization volunteers (see H.R. 5606), H3050 [5MY]
National Guard: recognize dedication and honorable service of members who are serving or have served in Operation Jump Start (see H. Res. 1306), H6408 [10JY]
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences: authorize development of research centers focusing on environmental factors related to the etiology of breast cancer (see H.R. 1157), H3108 [6MY]
National security: recognizing the threat that the spread of radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian adventurism in Africa poses to the U.S., our allies, and interests (see H. Con. Res. 441), H10642 [29SE]
National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month: support goals and ideals (see H. Con. Res. 393), H8578 [22SE]
Orange County Water District: anniversary (see H. Res. 1199), H3885 [14MY]
Paul, Alice: award Congressional Gold Medal posthumously (see H.R. 406), H2355 [15AP]
Political campaigns: protect uncompensated Internet activity by individuals from treatment as a contribution or expenditure (see H.R. 5699), H2152 [9AP]
Power resources: promote alternative and renewable fuels, domestic energy production, conservation, and efficiency, and increase energy independence (see H.R. 6566), H6824 [22JY]
———provide a comprehensive plan for greater energy independence (see H.R. 6709), H7809 [1AU]
———secure unrestricted reliable energy for American consumption and transmission (see H.R. 3089), H3050 [5MY]
Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission: establish (see H.R. 5235), H6342 [9JY]
Securities: protect investors by fostering transparency and accountability of attorneys in private securities litigation (see H.R. 5463), H994 [14FE]
Taxation: allow taxpayers to make contributions to the Federal Government on their income tax returns (see H.R. 5783), H2265 [14AP]
———improve access to health care through expanded health savings accounts (see H.R. 3234), H2224 [10AP]
———improve operation of employee stock ownership plans (see H. Con. Res. 333), H8397 [17SE]
———provide permanent incentives for economic growth (see H.R. 5109), H943 [13FE]
———reduce corporate marginal income tax rates (see H.R. 4995), H457 [23JA]
———reform laws relative to individuals, estate and gift taxes, corporate rates, capital gains and dividends, retirement savings, lifetime savings, life skills, and certain medical care (see H.R. 5105), H455 [23JA]
Telephones: restrict any State or local jurisdiction from imposing a new discriminatory tax on cell phone services, providers, or property (see H.R. 5793), H4061 [15MY]
Thailand: anniversary of relations with the U.S. (see H. Con. Res. 290), H813 [7FE]
Turkey: urge respect for the rights and religious freedoms of the Ecumenical Patriarchate (see H. Res. 373), H559 [29JA]
U.N.: condemn glorification of terrorism and the continuing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic rhetoric (see H. Res. 939), H456 [23JA]
———support the U.N. African Union Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) and call upon member States and the international community to contribute resources necessary to ensure its success (see H. Res. 1351), H6826 [22JY]
U.S. Housing Act: reform rental assistance program under section 8 (see H.R. 5490), H1974 [2AP]
Venezuela: condemn actions and statements of President Hugo Chavez supporting terrorism and terrorists organizations (see H. Res. 965), H813 [7FE]
Zimbabwe: commend efforts of those who sought to block an international arms transfer relative to campaign of violence and intimidation against political opposition members (see H. Res. 1270), H5407 [12JN]
Bills and resolutions introduced
Agriculture: reduce subsidies for agricultural commodity programs (see H.R. 5957), H3049 [5MY]
Dept. of State: list Vietnam as a ``Country of Particular Concern'' relative to religious freedom (see H. Res. 1530), H10844 [19NO]
Korea, Republic of: improve defense cooperation with the U.S. (see H.R. 5443), H993 [14FE]
Lee Myung-bak: congratulate on election as President of the Republic of Korea (see H. Res. 947), H557 [29JA]
National Prader-Willi Awareness Month: designate (see H. Res. 1386), H7307 [29JY]
Remarks
Agreement for Cooperation Between the U.S. and India Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy: approve (H.R. 7081), H10097 [26SE]
Aguilar, Luis A.: tribute (H. Res. 954), H821 [12FE]
Animals: support and provide financial resources for conservation programs of nations within the range of rare felid and rare canid populations (H.R. 1464), E974
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: oil and gas exploration, H7156 [24JY]
Armenia: anniversary of genocide, E713
Arms Export Control Act: reform administration (H.R. 5916), H3745 [13MY]
Asociacion Mutual Israelita Argentina: anniversary of bombing in Buenos Aires, Argentina (H. Con. Res. 385), H6511 [15JY]
Bush, President: ensure that U.S. policy reflects appropriate understanding and sensitivity on human rights, ethnic cleansing, and genocide documented in U.S. record on the Armenian Genocide (H. Res. 106), E713
California State University, Fullerton: anniversary, H1449
China, People's Republic of: end crackdown in Tibet and enter dialogue with the Dalai Lama to negotiate solution respecting distinctive Tibetan language, culture, religious identity, and fundamental freedoms (H. Res. 1077), H2057
China, Republic of: observance of National Day, E2030
———require the Depts. of State and Defense to provide briefings on recent discussions and potential transfer of defense articles or services (H.R. 6646), H8629 [23SE]
Cyprus: anniversary of Turkish occupation, H6801 [22JY]
Dept. of Homeland Security: authorizing appropriations (H.R. 2638), earmark declaration, E1925
Dink, Hrant: anniversary of murder of Turkish journalist, H374, H377 [22JA]
Financial institutions: advance credit union efforts to promote economic growth, modify credit union regulatory standards and burdens, and improve productivity for insured depository institutions (H.R. 6312), H5983 [24JN]
Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence (H.R. 3773), H875 [13FE]
———establish a procedure for authorizing certain acquisitions of foreign intelligence (H.R. 3773), consideration of Senate amendment (H. Res. 1041), H1710 [14MR]
Foreign trade: extend certain trade preference programs (H.R. 5264), H1135 [27FE]
Housing: provide needed housing reform, H6990 [23JY]
———reform the regulation of the housing-related Government-sponsored enterprises, H6990 [23JY]
International Commission of the International Tracing Service: express gratitude to member states on ratifying agreement to amend accords granting access to Holocaust and other World War II archives (H. Res. 854), H1461 [11MR]
Kenya: call for a peaceful resolution to current electoral crisis (H. Con. Res. 283), H578 [6FE]
Korea, Democratic People's Republic of: promote respect for fundamental human rights (H.R. 5834), H3749 [13MY]
Korea, Republic of: improve defense cooperation with the U.S., H3745 [13MY]
———improve defense cooperation with the U.S. (H.R. 5443), H8627 [23SE]
Korean American Day: observance, H298 [17JA]
Korean War: anniversary, H6015 [25JN]
Lee Myung-bak: congratulate on election as President of the Republic of Korea (H. Res. 947), H581 [6FE]
Mandela, Nelson: tribute (H. Res. 1090), H6508 [15JY]
NASA: anniversary of Explorer I satellite launch and birth of U.S. space exploration program at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (H. Con. Res. 287), H575
National Stalking Awareness Month: establish (H. Res. 852), H423 [23JA]
NATO: support Membership Action Plan with Georgia and Ukraine (H. Res. 997), H1835
Orange County Water District: anniversary (H. Res. 1199), H5428
Peace Corps: anniversary, E255
Power resources: national energy policy, H7156, H7157 [24JY], H8051 [15SE]
———promote alternative and renewable fuels, domestic energy production, conservation, and efficiency, and increase energy independence (H.R. 6566), H7156, H7157 [24JY]
———promote energy independence and security (H.R. 3221), Senate amendment, H6990 [23JY]
———reduce oil dependency, expand access to Federal resources, revise relationship between energy industry and consumers, end tax subsidies, and facilitate energy efficiency (H.R. 6899), consideration (H. Res. 1433), H8164 [16SE]
Radio Free Asia (organization): tribute, H2057
South Africa: exempt the African National Congress from treatment as a terrorist organization for certain acts or events and provide relief for certain members relative to admissability (H.R. 5690), Senate amendment, H6171 [26JN]
Taxation: conform return preparer penalty standards, delay implementation of withholding taxes on government contractors, enhance taxpayer protections, and assist low-income taxpayers (H.R. 5719), consideration (H. Res. 1102), H2302 [15AP]
Thailand: anniversary of relations with the U.S. (H. Con. Res. 290), H1463 [11MR]
U.S. Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act: reauthorize (H.R. 5501), H1907 [2AP]
U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement: ratification, H1135 [27FE]
———ratification (H.R. 5724), waiver of fast-track authority (H. Res. 1092), H2181 [10AP]
Votes: position on missed, H1090
Zimbabwe: commend efforts of those who sought to block an international arms transfer relative to campaign of violence and intimidation against political opposition members (H. Res. 1270), H5521 [18JN]
———condemn postelection violence and call for a peaceful resolution to the current political crisis (H. Res. 1230), H5519 [18JN]
———condemn recent violence against peaceful opposition party activists and members of civil society, H2537 [22AP]
Remarks in House relative to
Special order: granted, H2549 [22AP]
Tributes
Archbishop Christodoulos, E196
Jeffrey, Harry P., Jr., E186