Joe Donnelly
Democrat · Indiana · Senate
19 years in office
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Last updated: May 1, 2026
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Sponsored Legislation (174)
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Introduced 2016-09-12 ·
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Introduced 2016-06-09 ·
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Introduced 2016-06-07 ·
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Introduced 2016-05-26 ·
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Introduced 2016-05-26 ·
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Introduced 2016-03-16 ·
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Introduced 2016-03-01 · Amendment SA 3374 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
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Introduced 2016-02-03 ·
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Introduced 2016-01-28 ·
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Introduced 2015-07-26 ·
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Introduced 2015-07-26 ·
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Introduced 2015-07-26 ·
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Introduced 2015-07-26 ·
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Introduced 2015-07-13 ·
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Introduced 2015-06-10 ·
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Introduced 2015-06-04 ·
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Introduced 2015-06-04 ·
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Introduced 2015-06-03 ·
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Introduced 2015-06-02 ·
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Introduced 2015-05-19 ·
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Introduced 2015-05-19 ·
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Introduced 2015-05-19 ·
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Introduced 2015-03-26 ·
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Introduced 2015-03-26 ·
S 682 — Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-03-10 · Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-49.
Housing and Community DevelopmentS 3323 — Senior Security Act of 2018
Introduced 2018-08-01 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Finance and Financial SectorS 717 — Community Provider Readiness Recognition Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-03-11 · Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 114-242.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 599 — Indiana Dunes National Park Designation Act
Introduced 2017-03-09 · Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 115-526.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesS 3600 — Travel Trailer and Camper Technical Correction Act
Introduced 2018-10-11 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 3380 — A bill to direct the Office of National Drug Control Policy to track and review federally funded drug demand reduction activities.
Introduced 2018-08-23 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 1855 — A bill to permit the Miami Nation of Indiana to apply for acknowledgment as a federally recognized Indian tribe, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2017-09-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs.
Native AmericansS 2101 — USS Indianapolis Congressional Gold Medal Act
Introduced 2017-11-08 · Became Public Law No: 115-338.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 2982 — TAA for Automation Act of 2018
Introduced 2018-05-24 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceS 2235 — Military Reserve Jobs Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-12-14 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Government Operations and PoliticsSRES 493 — A resolution congratulating the Fighting Irish of the University of Notre Dame women's basketball team for winning the 2018 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I women's basketball championship.
Introduced 2018-04-26 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2498; text: CR S2494)
Sports and RecreationS 2585 — A bill to amend the Water Resources Development Act of 2000 to permanently extend the authority of the Secretary of the Army to accept and expend funds from certain entities to process permits.
Introduced 2018-03-21 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Water Resources DevelopmentS 2224 — Empowering Student Borrowers Act
Introduced 2017-12-13 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationS 2590 — INVEST to Prevent Crime Act
Introduced 2018-03-22 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law Enforcement—
Introduced 2014-11-18 ·
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Introduced 2014-09-18 ·
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Introduced 2014-07-31 ·
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Introduced 2014-06-19 ·
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Introduced 2014-06-19 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-20 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-20 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-19 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-19 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-18 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-18 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-18 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-14 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-14 ·
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Introduced 2013-11-14 ·
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Introduced 2013-09-12 ·
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Introduced 2013-06-20 ·
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Introduced 2013-06-06 ·
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Introduced 2013-05-23 ·
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Introduced 2013-03-22 ·
S 2300 — Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act of 2014
Introduced 2014-05-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 1828 — Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-12-16 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Housing and Community DevelopmentS 1802 — Public Power Risk Management Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-12-11 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Finance and Financial SectorS 1619 — Skills Gap Strategy Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-10-30 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7967)
Labor and EmploymentS 1320 — Military Reserve Jobs Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-07-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Government Operations and PoliticsS 832 — Improving the Lives of Children with Spina Bifida Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-04-25 · Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-203.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 810 — Jacob Sexton Military Suicide Prevention Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-04-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecuritySRES 598 — A resolution expressing condolences to the family of Abdul-Rahman Peter Kassig and condemning the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
Introduced 2014-12-10 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6581; text as passed Senate: CR S6543)
International AffairsSRES 262 — A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of suicide prevention awareness.
Introduced 2013-09-26 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6968-6969; text as passed Senate: CR S6962)
HealthHR 3730 — Veterans Data Breach Timely Notification Act
Introduced 2011-12-19 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2949 — Small Business Opportunity Expansion Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-09-15 · Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
CommerceHR 2950 — Small Business Administration 504 Loan Refinancing Extension Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-09-15 · Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
CommerceHR 2923 — Josh Birchfield Security Contractor Oversight Improvement Act
Introduced 2011-09-14 · Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2470 — E-SERV Act
Introduced 2011-07-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2377 — RAPID Claims Act
Introduced 2011-06-24 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) .
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2222 — Municipal Fleet Modernization Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-06-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 1325 — AMERICA Works Act
Introduced 2011-04-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training.
Labor and EmploymentSRES 494 — A resolution congratulating the Hoosiers of Indiana University for winning the 2018 Women's National Invitation Tournament.
Introduced 2018-04-26 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2498; text: CR S2494)
EducationS 2263 — Fruit and Vegetable Planting Flexibility Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-12-21 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Agriculture and FoodS 2137 — A bill to amend the Rural Development Act of 1972 to improve access to grants for evidence-based substance use disorder treatment services in rural areas, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2017-11-16 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Agriculture and FoodSRES 382 — A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools.
Introduced 2018-01-25 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S526; text: CR S524-525)
EducationS 2524 — Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Act of 2018
Introduced 2018-03-08 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Health—
Introduced 2018-08-16 · Amendment SA 3707 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2018-08-21 ·
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Introduced 2018-08-21 ·
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Introduced 2018-08-01 · Amendment SA 3688 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2018-07-30 · Amendment SA 3675 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
S 2403 — A bill to modify a provision relating to adjustments of certain State apportionments for Federal highway programs, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2018-02-08 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Transportation and Public WorksS 2103 — A bill to modify a provision relating to adjustments of certain State apportionments for Federal highway programs, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2015-09-30 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Transportation and Public Works—
Introduced 2018-07-25 ·
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Introduced 2018-07-25 ·
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Introduced 2018-07-24 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-26 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-26 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-07 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-07 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-07 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-07 ·
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Introduced 2018-06-07 ·
S 1678 — A bill to amend the Consolidated Farm and Rural Development Act to improve access to grants and loans for evidence-based substance use disorder treatment services in rural areas, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2017-07-31 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Agriculture and FoodS 1677 — A bill to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to improve access to grants and loans for evidence-based substance use disorder treatment services in rural areas, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2017-07-31 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
HealthS 2116 — Community Lender Exam Act
Introduced 2017-11-09 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Finance and Financial SectorS 2036 — Competitive Need Limitations Modernization Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-10-31 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceSJRES 39 — A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Introduced 2017-03-30 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Economics and Public FinanceS 1683 — Restoring Integrity to America's Elections Act
Introduced 2017-08-01 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Government Operations and PoliticsS 1453 — Strengthening the Addiction Treatment Workforce Act
Introduced 2017-06-28 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
HealthS 744 — Protecting Veterans Credit Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-03-28 · Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 115-132.
Finance and Financial Sector—
Introduced 2018-03-08 ·
S 1183 — FDA Regulatory Efficiency Act
Introduced 2017-05-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Health—
Introduced 2017-11-30 ·
S 867 — Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-04-06 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 1567 — VA Prescription Data Accountability Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-07-13 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National Security—
Introduced 2017-10-18 · Amendment SA 1234 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S6620)
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Introduced 2017-10-19 ·
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Introduced 2017-10-19 ·
S 416 — Small Business Capital Formation Enhancement Act
Introduced 2017-02-16 · Held at the desk.
Commerce—
Introduced 2017-08-03 ·
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Introduced 2017-09-13 ·
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Introduced 2017-07-31 ·
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Introduced 2017-09-11 ·
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Introduced 2017-09-11 ·
S 1751 — Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-08-03 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Housing and Community Development—
Introduced 2017-07-27 ·
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Introduced 2017-07-27 ·
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Introduced 2017-07-27 ·
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Introduced 2017-07-27 ·
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Introduced 2017-07-27 ·
SRES 161 — A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day".
Introduced 2017-05-10 · Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2883)
Armed Forces and National SecuritySRES 170 — A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day".
Introduced 2017-05-17 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3021; text as passed Senate: CR S3020)
Science, Technology, CommunicationsS 3515 — INVEST to Prevent Crime Act
Introduced 2016-12-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 234 — End Outsourcing Act
Introduced 2017-01-24 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationSRES 47 — A resolution supporting the contributions of Catholic schools.
Introduced 2017-02-03 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Education—
Introduced 2017-01-11 ·
S 3258 — Protecting Veterans Credit Act of 2016
Introduced 2016-07-14 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 1239 — A bill to amend the Clean Air Act with respect to the ethanol waiver for the Reid vapor pressure limitations under that Act.
Introduced 2015-05-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environmental ProtectionS 2187 — FDA Regulatory Efficiency Act
Introduced 2015-10-21 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
HealthSJRES 18 — A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Introduced 2015-07-09 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Economics and Public FinanceS 1920 — Biennial Report on the Skills Gap Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-08-04 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Labor and EmploymentS 1367 — A bill to amend the Federal Home Loan Bank Act with respect to membership eligibility of certain institutions.
Introduced 2015-05-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Finance and Financial SectorS 1111 — Public Power Risk Management Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-04-28 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Finance and Financial SectorS 781 — Empowering Student Borrowers Act
Introduced 2015-03-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationS 714 — Frontline Mental Health Provider Training Act
Introduced 2015-03-11 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 715 — Military and Veterans Mental Health Provider Assessment Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-03-11 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 594 — Military Reserve Jobs Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-02-26 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Government Operations and PoliticsSCONRES 10 — A concurrent resolution supporting the designation of the year of 2015 as the "International Year of Soils" and supporting locally led soil conservation.
Introduced 2015-03-17 · Held at the desk.
Agriculture and FoodSCONRES 9 — A concurrent resolution honoring the life and memory of Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., president emeritus of the University of Notre Dame.
Introduced 2015-03-04 · Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1310)
EducationS 392 — Stop Drugs at the Border Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-02-05 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law Enforcement—
Introduced 2009-09-16 · On agreeing to the Donnelly (IN) amendment (A010) Agreed to by recorded vote: 369 - 62 (Roll no. 706).
HR 5734 — Dealer Floor Plan Program Extension and Improvement Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-07-14 · Referred to the House Committee on Small Business.
CommerceHR 5549 — RAPID Claims Act
Introduced 2010-06-17 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 5438 — Municipal Fleet Modernization Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-05-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 5369 — Manufactured Housing Licensing Clarification Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-05-24 · Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Housing and Community DevelopmentHR 4965 — Targeted Job Creation and Business Investment Act
Introduced 2010-03-25 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 4856 — Forecast for the Future Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-03-16 · Referred to House Rules
Economics and Public FinanceHR 4699 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the deduction for qualified motor vehicle taxes for motor homes.
Introduced 2010-02-25 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 4366 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the deduction for qualified motor vehicle taxes for motor homes.
Introduced 2009-12-16 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 3921 — First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Guarantee Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-10-23 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 3434 — Tax Relief for Working Caregivers Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-07-30 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 2713 — Disabled Veterans Life Insurance Enhancement Act
Introduced 2009-06-04 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2143 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the Secretary of the Treasury to not impose a penalty for failure to disclose reportable transactions when there is reasonable cause for such failure, to modify such penalty, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2009-04-28 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHRES 1073 — Supporting the goals and ideals of RV Centennial Celebration Month to recognize and honor 100 years of the enjoyment of recreational vehicles in the United States.
Introduced 2010-02-04 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Transportation and Public WorksHRES 915 — Encouraging the Republic of Hungary to respect the rule of law, treat foreign investors fairly, and promote a free and independent press.
Introduced 2009-11-18 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
International AffairsHRES 584 — Recognizing the importance of manufactured and modular housing in the United States.
Introduced 2009-06-25 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Housing and Community DevelopmentHR 6805 — Biofuels Pipeline Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-08-01 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 5172 — Immediate Financial Assistance for America's Seniors Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-01-29 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 4219 — Immediate Benefits for Wounded Warriors Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-11-15 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 3897 — Brownfields Redevelopment Promotion Act
Introduced 2007-10-18 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 3210 — Wounded Warriors Expansion of Care Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-07-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2505 — E-85 PUMP Act
Introduced 2007-05-24 · Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
TaxationHR 2190 — Advisory Committee on Rural Veterans Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-05-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2139 — FHA Manufactured Housing Loan Modernization Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-05-03 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Housing and Community DevelopmentHR 2048 — Traumatic Brain Injury Access to Options Act
Introduced 2007-04-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1911 — Tax Relief for Working Caregivers Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-04-18 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3564-3565)
TaxationHR 1490 — To provide for a presumption of service-connectedness for certain claims for benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2007-03-13 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHRES 1010 — Recognizing the importance of manufactured housing in the United States.
Introduced 2008-02-28 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHRES 687 — Resolution recognizing Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., for his contributions to the civil rights movement in the United States, his tireless work to reduce the threat of nuclear conflict, and his efforts to secure the peaceful resolution of international conflicts.
Introduced 2007-09-27 · The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
Commemorations