Lamar Smith
Republican · TE-21 · House of Representatives
39 years in office
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Sponsored Legislation (250)
HR 3547 — Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014
Introduced 2013-11-20 · Became Public Law No: 113-76.
Economics and Public Finance—
Introduced 2014-05-29 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A045) Agreed to by recorded vote: 208 - 201 (Roll no. 252).
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Introduced 2014-03-05 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by recorded vote: 230 - 184 (Roll no. 101). (consideration: CR H2209)
HR 5031 — STEM Education Act of 2014
Introduced 2014-07-08 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationHR 3724 — Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-12-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial And Antitrust Law.
TaxationHR 3386 — Accuracy for Adoptees Act
Introduced 2013-10-30 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
ImmigrationHR 2850 — EPA Hydraulic Fracturing Study Improvement Act
Introduced 2013-07-30 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 179.
Environmental ProtectionHR 2655 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-07-11 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 1901 — Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2013
Introduced 2013-05-09 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
ImmigrationHR 1849 — Collectible Coin Protection Act
Introduced 2013-05-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade.
CommerceHR 1772 — Legal Workforce Act
Introduced 2013-04-26 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 508.
ImmigrationHRES 651 — Expressing support for the network of experienced and accredited wildlife rehabilitation centers across the United States and honoring their important work in protecting native wildlife.
Introduced 2014-06-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
Animals—
Introduced 2013-01-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A003) Agreed to without objection.
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Introduced 2011-06-22 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by recorded vote: 283 - 140 (Roll no. 481).
HR 6621 — To correct and improve certain provisions of the Leahy-Smith America Invents Act and title 35, United States Code.
Introduced 2012-11-30 · Became Public Law No: 112-274.
CommerceHR 6602 — To make revisions in title 36, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current and make technical corrections and improvements.
Introduced 2012-11-16 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 6432 — Patent Law Treaties Implementation Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-09-19 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
CommerceHR 6429 — STEM Jobs Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-09-18 · Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 559.
ImmigrationHR 6215 — To amend the Trademark Act of 1946 to correct an error in the provisions relating to remedies for dilution.
Introduced 2012-07-26 · Became Public Law No: 112-190.
CommerceHR 6080 — To make improvements in the enactment of title 41, United States Code, into a positive law title and to improve the Code.
Introduced 2012-07-09 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 6063 — Child Protection Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-06-29 · Became Public Law No: 112-206.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 6029 — Foreign and Economic Espionage Penalty Enhancement Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-06-27 · Became Public Law No: 112-269.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 5977 — Collectible Coin Protection Act
Introduced 2012-06-20 · Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
CommerceHR 5949 — FISA Amendments Act Reauthorization Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-06-15 · Became Public Law No: 112-238.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 5889 — Nuclear Terrorism Conventions Implementation and Safety of Maritime Navigation Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-06-05 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 5318 — To suspend temporarily the duty on ethylhexylglycerine.
Introduced 2012-04-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade.
Foreign Trade and International FinanceHR 4967 — Temporary Bankruptcy Judgeships Extension Act of 2012
Introduced 2012-04-27 · Became Public Law No: 112-121.
LawHR 3261 — Stop Online Piracy Act
Introduced 2011-10-26 · Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3010 — Regulatory Accountability Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-09-22 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2944 — United States Parole Commission Extension Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-09-15 · Became Public Law No: 112-44.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2885 — Legal Workforce Act
Introduced 2011-09-12 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 13.
ImmigrationHR 2847 — American Specialty Agriculture Act
Introduced 2011-09-07 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration Policy and Enforcement.
ImmigrationHR 2533 — Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Venue Reform Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-07-14 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Finance and Financial SectorHR 2480 — Administrative Conference of the United States Reauthorization Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-07-08 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 180.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2164 — Legal Workforce Act
Introduced 2011-06-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
ImmigrationHR 1981 — Protecting Children From Internet Pornographers Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-05-25 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 224.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1950 — To enact title 54, United States Code, "National Park System", as positive law.
Introduced 2011-05-23 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHR 1933 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to modify the requirements for admission of nonimmigrant nurses in health professional shortage areas.
Introduced 2011-05-23 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
ImmigrationHR 1932 — Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-05-23 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 171.
ImmigrationHR 1860 — Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-05-12 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
TaxationHR 1741 — Secure Visas Act
Introduced 2011-05-05 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 283.
ImmigrationHR 1249 — Leahy-Smith America Invents Act
Introduced 2011-03-30 · Became Public Law No: 112-29.
CommerceHR 1153 — Ensuring the Collection of Critical Intelligence Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-03-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1021 — Temporary Bankruptcy Judgeships Extension Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-03-10 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
LawHR 966 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-03-09 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 114.
LawHR 963 — See Something, Say Something Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-03-08 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 131.
LawHR 527 — Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-02-08 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
CommerceHR 394 — Federal Courts Jurisdiction and Venue Clarification Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-01-24 · Became Public Law No: 112-63.
LawHR 313 — Drug Trafficking Safe Harbor Elimination Act of 2011
Introduced 2011-01-18 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHRES 127 — Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on the Judiciary in the One Hundred Twelfth Congress.
Introduced 2011-02-28 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
CongressHR 7201 — To amend title 35, United States Code, to include the exclusive economic zone as part of the United States for patent infringement, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2018-11-29 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
CommerceHR 7058 — Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2018
Introduced 2018-10-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial And Antitrust Law.
TaxationHR 6342 — To make revisions in title 51, United States Code, as necessary to keep the title current, and to make technical amendments to improve the United States Code.
Introduced 2018-07-12 · Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 6226 — American Space SAFE Management Act
Introduced 2018-06-26 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 873.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 6227 — National Quantum Initiative Act
Introduced 2018-06-26 · Became Public Law No: 115-368.
Science, Technology, Communications—
Introduced 2018-06-07 · By unanimous consent, the Smith (TX) amendment was withdrawn. (consideration: CR H4936)
HR 3775 — Immigration in the National Interest Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-09-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
Immigration—
Introduced 2017-09-12 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A110) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 3711 — Legal Workforce Act
Introduced 2017-09-08 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 10.
ImmigrationHR 2809 — American Space Commerce Free Enterprise Act
Introduced 2017-06-07 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 1494 — PACT Act
Introduced 2017-03-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1430 — HONEST Act
Introduced 2017-03-08 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environmental ProtectionHRES 122 — Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology in the One Hundred Fifteenth Congress.
Introduced 2017-02-13 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
CongressHR 720 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2017
Introduced 2017-01-30 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 589 — Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act
Introduced 2017-01-20 · Became Public Law No: 115-246.
EnergyHR 6531 — National Aeronautics and Space Administration Transition Authorization Act of 2016
Introduced 2016-12-20 · Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 6490 — American Innovation and Competitiveness Act
Introduced 2016-12-08 · Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, and Education and the Workforce, 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.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 5640 — Electricity Storage Innovation Act
Introduced 2016-07-06 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Energy—
Introduced 2015-07-07 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A055) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2015-07-07 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A077) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2015-05-20 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2015-05-21 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2015-06-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A014) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 3293 — Scientific Research in the National Interest Act
Introduced 2015-07-29 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 2559 — To designate the "PFC Milton A. Lee Medal of Honor Memorial Highway" in the State of Texas.
Introduced 2015-05-21 · Became Public Law No: 114-49.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 2293 — Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture (PACT) Act
Introduced 2015-05-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1806 — America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-04-15 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 1643 — Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-03-26 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
TaxationHR 1147 — Legal Workforce Act
Introduced 2015-02-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
ImmigrationHR 1030 — Secret Science Reform Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-02-24 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environmental ProtectionHR 758 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-02-05 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHRES 85 — Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology in the One Hundred Fourteenth Congress.
Introduced 2015-02-03 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Congress—
Introduced 2006-06-08 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A006) Agreed to by recorded vote: 353 - 68 (Roll no. 238).
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Introduced 2005-10-27 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 6052 — Copyright Modernization Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-09-12 · Referred to the House Committee on Judiciary.
CommerceHR 5593 — Royalty Distribution Clarification Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-06-13 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6963)
CommerceHR 5594 — SUN Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-06-13 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8016)
EnergyHR 5538 — Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-06-07 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H8016)
EnergyHR 5553 — Section 115 Reform Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-06-08 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
CommerceHR 5439 — Orphan Works Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-05-22 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
CommerceHR 5440 — Federal Courts Jurisdiction Clarification Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-05-22 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote .
LawHR 5005 — Firearms Corrections and Improvements Act
Introduced 2006-03-16 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 21 - 11.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4742 — To amend title 35, United States Code, to allow the Director of the Patent and Trademark Office to waive statutory provisions governing patents and trademarks in certain emergencies.
Introduced 2006-02-14 · Received in the Senate.
CommerceHR 4709 — Telephone Records and Privacy Protection Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-02-08 · Became Public Law No: 109-476.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2955 — Intellectual Property Jurisdiction Clarification Act of 2006
Introduced 2005-06-16 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 222.
LawHR 2795 — Patent Reform Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-06-08 · Hearings Held on Issue by Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property. The Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute to H.R. 2795.
CommerceHR 1036 — Copyright Royalty Judges Program Technical Corrections Act
Introduced 2005-03-02 · Became Public Law No: 109-303.
CommerceHR 1037 — To make technical corrections to title 17, United States Code.
Introduced 2005-03-02 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 36.
CommerceHR 867 — OPEN Government Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-02-16 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 683 — Trademark Dilution Revision Act of 2006
Introduced 2005-02-09 · Became Public Law No: 109-312.
CommerceHR 420 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-01-26 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 357 — Family Entertainment and Copyright Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-01-25 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property.
CommerceHRES 689 — Expressing the sense of the House with respect to the 10th anniversary of the beginning of the National Domestic Violence Hotline.
Introduced 2006-02-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Select Education.
CommemorationsHRES 390 — Congratulating Lance Armstrong on his seventh Tour de France victory and his retirement and recognizing his dedication to helping others.
Introduced 2005-07-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
CommemorationsHRES 339 — Congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2005 National Basketball Association Championship.
Introduced 2005-06-24 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHR 2604 — Need-Based Educational Aid Act of 2015
Introduced 2015-06-02 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 169.
Commerce—
Introduced 2009-06-25 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A003) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 6239 — Prevention of Frivolous Ethanol Lawsuits Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-09-29 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 5323 — Save America's Future Economy Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-05-18 · Referred to the House Committee on the Budget.
Economics and Public FinanceHR 5231 — Drug Trafficking Safe Harbor Elimination Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-05-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4758 — Secure Visas Act
Introduced 2010-03-04 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 4648 — Keep Terrorists at Bay Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-02-23 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
LawHR 4503 — Ensuring the Collection of Critical Intelligence Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-01-26 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4471 — To clarify that revocation of an alien's visa or other documentation is not subject to judicial review.
Introduced 2010-01-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 4113 — Federal Courts Jurisdiction and Venue Clarification Act of 2010
Introduced 2009-11-19 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 4011 — Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-11-03 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1467 — Safe and Secure America Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-03-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1422 — Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Reauthorization Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-03-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1076 — Internet Stopping Adults Facilitating the Exploitation of Today's Youth (SAFETY) Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-02-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 630 — Enemy Combatant Detention Review Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-01-22 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
LawHRES 1727 — Recognizing Rotary International for 105 years of service to the world and commending members on their dedication to the mission and principles of their organization.
Introduced 2010-11-18 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Social WelfareHRES 1607 — Disapproving Judge Walker's Proposition 8 Decision on Same-Sex Marriage.
Introduced 2010-08-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts and Competition Policy.
FamiliesHRES 1455 — Directing the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of certain communications relating to certain recommendations regarding administration appointments.
Introduced 2010-06-17 · Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 215.
CongressHRES 1336 — Congratulating the University of Texas men's swimming and diving team for winning the NCAA Division I national championship.
Introduced 2010-05-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
Sports and RecreationHRES 1273 — Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the National Day of Prayer.
Introduced 2010-04-20 · Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Arts, Culture, ReligionHRES 920 — Directing the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives all information in the Attorney General's possession regarding certain matters pertaining to detainees held at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba who are transferred into the United States.
Introduced 2009-11-19 · Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 144.
CongressHRES 871 — Directing the Attorney General to transmit to the House of Representatives certain documents, records, memos, correspondence, and other communications regarding medical malpractice reform.
Introduced 2009-10-27 · Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 134.
CongressHR 6855 — To extend the authority for the United States Supreme Court Police to protect court officials off the Supreme Court grounds, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2008-09-10 · Received in the Senate.
LawHR 6705 — Enemy Combatant Detention Review Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-07-31 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 5642 — SUSTAIN Act
Introduced 2008-03-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 4842 — To provide for only prospective effect of certain amendments to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines relating to cocaine base sentencing.
Introduced 2007-12-19 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4774 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 10250 John Saunders Road in San Antonio, Texas, as the "Cyndi Taylor Krier Post Office Building".
Introduced 2007-12-18 · Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
CommemorationsHR 3156 — Violent Crime Control Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-07-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2890 — SUN Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-06-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
EnergyHR 2079 — Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-04-30 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Environment.
EnergyHR 1326 — OPEN Government Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-03-05 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Information Policy, Census, and National Archives.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 837 — Internet Stopping Adults Facilitating the Exploitation of Today's Youth Act (SAFETY) of 2007
Introduced 2007-02-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 836 — Cyber-Security Enhancement and Consumer Data Protection Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-02-06 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHRES 1494 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of The Christian Science Monitor newspaper.
Introduced 2008-09-24 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHRES 1481 — Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Christian Science Monitor newspaper.
Introduced 2008-09-23 · Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHRES 1003 — Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives to provide increased accountability and transparency in the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct.
Introduced 2008-02-27 · Referred to the House Committee on Rules.
CongressHRES 499 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Administration should rigorously enforce the laws of the United States to substantially reduce illegal immigration and greatly improve border security.
Introduced 2007-06-19 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
ImmigrationHRES 490 — Honoring the 2007 NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs.
Introduced 2007-06-15 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Commemorations—
Introduced 2003-03-27 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A008) Agreed to by recorded vote: 406 - 15 (Roll no. 88).
HR 4586 — Family Movie Act of 2004
Introduced 2004-06-16 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 410.
CommerceHR 4571 — Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2004
Introduced 2004-06-15 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawHR 4518 — W. J. (Billy) Tauzin Satellite Television Act of 2004
Introduced 2004-06-04 · Received in the Senate.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 4225 — To modify the prohibition on recognition by United States courts of certain rights relating to certain marks, trade names, or commercial names.
Introduced 2004-04-28 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property.
LawHR 4166 — American Workforce Improvement and Jobs Protection Act
Introduced 2004-04-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 4077 — Piracy Deterrence and Education Act of 2004
Introduced 2004-03-31 · Received in the Senate.
CommerceHR 3754 — Fraudulent Online Identity Sanctions Act
Introduced 2004-02-03 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 310.
LawHR 3632 — Intellectual Property Protection and Courts Amendments Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-11-21 · Became Public Law No: 108-482.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3106 — Removal of Terrorist Criminal Aliens Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-09-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 2714 — State Justice Institute Reauthorization Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-07-14 · Became Public Law No: 108-372.
LawHR 2517 — Piracy Deterrence and Education Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-06-19 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
CommerceHR 2436 — Ballistic Imaging Evaluation and Study Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-06-11 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2391 — Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-06-09 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 781.
CommerceHR 2344 — Intellectual Property Protection Restoration Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-06-05 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
CommerceHR 1678 — Stop Terrorist and Military Hoaxes Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-04-08 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 288.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1561 — United States Patent and Trademark Fee Modernization Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-04-02 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 487.
CommerceHR 1417 — Copyright Royalty and Distribution Reform Act of 2004
Introduced 2003-03-25 · Became Public Law No: 108-419.
CommerceHR 1302 — Federal Courts Improvement Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-03-18 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
LawHR 1303 — To amend the E-Government Act of 2002 with respect to rulemaking authority of the Judicial Conference.
Introduced 2003-03-18 · Became Public Law No: 108-281.
LawHR 1161 — Child Obscenity and Pornography Prevention Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-03-06 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Crime and Law EnforcementHRES 279 — Congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2003 NBA Championship.
Introduced 2003-06-16 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHCONRES 219 — Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and encouraging education about safety on the Internet and supporting the goals and ideals of National Internet Safety Month.
Introduced 2003-06-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.
CommemorationsHCONRES 33 — Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the establishment of a National Inventors' Day.
Introduced 2003-02-11 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service and Agency Organization.
CommemorationsHR 5634 — Private Party Judicial Fairness Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-10-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
LawHR 5519 — RAVE Act
Introduced 2002-10-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 5114 — To make emergency supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2002 to provide relief from damages caused by flooding in the Guadalupe River valley in 2002.
Introduced 2002-07-12 · Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
Water Resources DevelopmentHR 5057 — Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-06-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4689 — Fairness in Sentencing Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-05-09 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 484.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4623 — Child Obscenity and Pornography Prevention Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-04-30 · Committee on the Judiciary. Hearings held.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3482 — Cyber Security Enhancement Act of 2002
Introduced 2001-12-13 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3275 — To implement the International Convention for the Suppression of Terrorist Bombings to strengthen criminal laws relating to attacks on places of public use, to implement the International Convention of the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism, to combat terrorism and defend the Nation against terrorist acts, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2001-11-09 · Became Public Law No: 107-197.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3209 — Anti-Hoax Terrorism Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-11-01 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2915 — Public Safety and Cyber Security Enhancement Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-09-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2819 — Passive Investor Regulatory Relief Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-08-02 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
CommerceHR 2139 — Rural America Broadband Deployment Act
Introduced 2001-06-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 863 — Consequences for Juvenile Offenders Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-03-06 · For Further Action See H.R.2215.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 802 — Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-02-28 · Became Public Law No: 107-12.
CommemorationsHR 768 — Need-Based Educational Aid Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-02-28 · Became Public Law No: 107-72.
EducationHR 613 — Character Learning and Student Success Act of 2001 (CLASS Act of 2001)
Introduced 2001-02-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
EducationHJRES 54 — Students' Rights Resolution of 2001
Introduced 2001-06-21 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesHRES 593 — Commemorating the 90th birthday of former First Lady Lady Bird Johnson.
Introduced 2002-10-16 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1891)
CommemorationsHCONRES 475 — Recognizing and celebrating the origin and purposes of Constitution Week.
Introduced 2002-09-19 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
CommemorationsHCONRES 458 — Recognizing and commending Mary Baker Eddy's achievements and the Mary Baker Eddy Library for the Betterment of Humanity.
Introduced 2002-07-26 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
CommemorationsHCONRES 445 — Expressing the sense of Congress supporting vigorous enforcement of the Federal obscenity laws.
Introduced 2002-07-23 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHCONRES 204 — Expressing the sense of Congress regarding the establishment of National Character Counts Week.
Introduced 2001-07-30 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
CommemorationsHR 5448 — New Economy Workforce Act
Introduced 2000-10-11 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 5377 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend the limitation on waivers granted under section 212(h) of that Act to aliens unlawfully present in the United States.
Introduced 2000-10-04 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
ImmigrationHR 5378 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify the special rule relating to continuous residence or physical presence under section 240A(d) of that Act.
Introduced 2000-10-04 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
ImmigrationHR 5379 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify the provisions applicable to arrest, detention, and release of criminal aliens pending removal decisions.
Introduced 2000-10-04 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
ImmigrationHR 5350 — Children's Protection Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-10-02 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 5285 — Serious Human Rights Abusers Accountability Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-09-25 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
ImmigrationHR 5293 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve provisions relating to inadmissibility and detention of, and cancellation of removal for, aliens who have committed crimes, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2000-09-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 4489 — Immigration and Naturalization Service Data Management Improvement Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-05-18 · Became Public Law No: 106-215.
ImmigrationHR 4374 — To provide for the appointment of 2 additional Federal district judges for the Western District of Texas.
Introduced 2000-05-03 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts and Intellectual Property.
LawHR 4269 — To extend for one year the authorization for the visa waiver pilot program under section 217 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Introduced 2000-04-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 4227 — Technology Worker Temporary Relief Act
Introduced 2000-04-11 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 388.
ImmigrationHR 3814 — Technology Worker Temporary Relief Act
Introduced 2000-03-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
ImmigrationHR 3767 — Visa Waiver Permanent Program Act
Introduced 2000-03-01 · Became Public Law No: 106-396.
ImmigrationHR 3061 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend for an additional 2 years the period for admission of an alien as a nonimmigrant under section 101(a)(15)(S) of such Act, and to authorize appropriations for the refugee assistance program under chapter 2 of title IV of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Introduced 1999-10-12 · Became Public Law No: 106-104.
ImmigrationHR 2883 — Child Citizenship Act of 2000
Introduced 1999-09-21 · Became Public Law No: 106-395.
ImmigrationHR 1855 — Children's Protection Act of 1999
Introduced 1999-05-18 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 1520 — Child Status Protection Act of 1999
Introduced 1999-04-22 · Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
ImmigrationHR 490 — To require the Secretary of Energy to purchase additional petroleum products for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Introduced 1999-02-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
EnergyHRES 52 — Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct in the One Hundred Sixth Congress.
Introduced 1999-02-10 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
CongressHRES 49 — Providing amounts for the expenses of the Committee on Standards of Official Conduct in the One Hundred Sixth Congress.
Introduced 1999-02-09 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Congress—
Introduced 1987-05-11 · Amendment Withdrawn in Committee of the Whole.
HR 4400 — Ethics in Congress Act of 1988
Introduced 1988-04-19 · Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations.
CongressHR 4258 — A bill to ensure the application of the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program to all agricultural labor and services.
Introduced 1988-03-24 · Referred to Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 4204 — A bill for the relief of Alice M. Rector.
Introduced 1988-03-17 · Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations.
Private LegislationHR 2325 — A bill to authorize the acceptance of a donation of land for addition to Big Bend National Park, in the State of Texas.
Introduced 1987-05-07 · Became Public Law No: 100-201.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHRES 546 — A resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the provisions of the Omnibus Drug Initiative Act of 1988 which amend the formula for allocating funds to State and local governments under the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 for drug control activities.
Introduced 1988-09-26 · Referred to Subcommittee on Crime.
Crime and Law Enforcement—
Introduced 1990-10-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A014) Failed by recorded vote: 53 - 368 (Roll no. 401).
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Introduced 1990-10-03 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A006) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1990-10-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A005) Failed by voice vote.
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Introduced 1990-10-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Failed by recorded vote: 143 - 266 (Roll no. 399).
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Introduced 1990-10-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A002) Failed by voice vote.
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Introduced 1990-10-02 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A007) Failed by voice vote.
HR 5284 — Criminal Alien Deportation Amendments of 1990
Introduced 1990-07-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Refugees, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 4062 — Emergency Federal Judgeship Act of 1990
Introduced 1990-02-21 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic and Commercial Law.
LawHR 3845 — For the relief of Alice M. Rector.
Introduced 1989-11-22 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations.
Private LegislationHR 3333 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to expand the arrest authority of officers and employees of the Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Introduced 1989-09-25 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
ImmigrationHR 3020 — Fairness in Campaign Finance Act of 1989
Introduced 1989-07-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2431 — To redesignate the Midland General Mail Facility in Midland, Texas, as the "Carl O. Hyde General Mail Facility".
Introduced 1989-05-18 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2337 — Governmentwide Ethics Act of 1989
Introduced 1989-05-11 · Favorable Executive Comment Received from DOD.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2110 — Federal Prison Improvement Act of 1989
Introduced 1989-04-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Administration of Justice.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 1218 — Political Organization Tax Equity Act of 1989
Introduced 1989-03-01 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 760 — Energy Tax Reform Act of 1989
Introduced 1989-02-02 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Taxation—
Introduced 1992-07-28 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A001) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 1992-07-09 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A006) Failed by recorded vote: 175 - 236 (Roll no. 280).
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Introduced 1992-06-30 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A012) as modified Agreed to by recorded vote: 214 - 191 (Roll no. 248).
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Introduced 1992-06-24 · Mr. Fazio raised a point of order against the Smith (TX) amendment (A008). The amendment changes existing law and constitutes legislation in an appropriation bill. The Chair sustained the point of order.
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Introduced 1992-05-12 · On agreeing to the Smith (TX) amendment (A013) as modified Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 4386 — To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize the donation of excess military clothing, medical supplies, and sundry articles to State and local governments to assist homeless individuals.
Introduced 1992-03-04 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 4441 — Unemployment-Based Immigration Adjustment Act of 1992
Introduced 1992-03-11 · Referred to the Subcommittee on International Law, Immigration, and Refugees.
ImmigrationHR 4274 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain minimum tax preferences relating to energy production.
Introduced 1992-02-19 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 4139 — Citizenship Equity Act of 1992
Introduced 1992-01-29 · Referred to the Subcommittee on International Law, Immigration, and Refugees.
ImmigrationHR 3593 — To increase the irrigable acreage for the San Angelo Federal reclamation project, Texas, and for other purposes.
Introduced 1991-10-21 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Water, Power and Offshore Energy Resources.
Water Resources DevelopmentHR 3466 — To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to require the registration of convicted aliens released on parole and to limit the number of times an alien may be provided voluntary departure.
Introduced 1991-10-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on International Law, Immigration, and Refugees.
ImmigrationHR 3006 — Global Warming Assessment Act of 1991
Introduced 1991-07-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy and Power.
Environmental ProtectionHR 2347 — To redesignate the Midland General Mail Facility in Midland, Texas, as the "Carl O. Hyde General Mail Facility".
Introduced 1991-05-15 · Became Public Law No: 102-77.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2186 — Fairness in Campaign Finance Act of 1991
Introduced 1991-05-01 · Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
Government Operations and PoliticsHJRES 531 — Designating October 30, 1992, as "Refugee Day".
Introduced 1992-07-29 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Census and Population.
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