
J. C. Watts Jr.
Republican · OK-4 · House of Representatives
31 years in office
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Sponsored Legislation (57)
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Introduced 2002-02-13 · On agreeing to the Watts (OK) amendment (A007) Failed by recorded vote: 185 - 237 (Roll no. 25).
HR 5566 — American Community Renewal Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-10-07 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1777)
TaxationHR 5567 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code to modify eligibility criteria for certain empowerment zone designations.
Introduced 2002-10-07 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 4900 — Weather Safety Act
Introduced 2002-06-06 · Referred to the House Committee on Science.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesHR 3709 — Election Fund Free Choice and Savings Act of 2002
Introduced 2002-02-07 · Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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 3610 — For the relief of Lindita Idrizi Heath.
Introduced 2001-12-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims.
Private LegislationHR 2322 — Home and Farm Wind Energy Systems Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-06-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 1856 — Black Farmer Fairness Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-05-15 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 1792 — Airline Customer Service Improvement Act
Introduced 2001-05-09 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 1284 — Community Solutions Act of 2001
Introduced 2001-03-28 · 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 1133 — To amend the impact aid program under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 relating to the calculation of payments for small local educational agencies.
Introduced 2001-03-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
EducationHR 7 — CARE Act of 2002
Introduced 2001-03-29 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 496.
TaxationHRES 573 — Providing that development assistance by the United States to foreign countries should be provided only to countries that work toward economic and political freedom to improve the living standards of all of its citizens.
Introduced 2002-10-03 · Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
International AffairsHRES 523 — Recognizing the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities.
Introduced 2002-09-11 · On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 413 - 0 (Roll no. 399). (text: CR 9/18/2002 H6307)
CommemorationsHRES 487 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that General Benjamin O. Davis, Jr., should be recognized as a courageous warrior, an extraordinary officer, and a great American hero.
Introduced 2002-07-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
CommemorationsHRES 445 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with regard to the United States National Soccer Team and its historic performance in the 2002 FIFA World Cup tournament.
Introduced 2002-06-17 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHRES 52 — Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the grave danger of domestic terrorism and the need for improved organization in the executive branch and Congress to deter, prevent, prepare for, and respond to the impending threat of domestic terrorism.
Introduced 2001-02-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on National Security, Veterans Affairs and International Relations.
Crime and Law EnforcementHRES 1 — Electing officers of the House of Representatives.
Introduced 2001-01-03 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CongressHCONRES 510 — Commending the Minority Business Development Agency for its history of achievement in helping to create minority businesses enterprises and in helping those enterprises effectively compete in the national and global marketplace.
Introduced 2002-10-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic Monetary Policy, Technology and Economic Growth.
CommerceHCONRES 335 — Recognizing the significance of Black History Month and the contributions of Black Americans as a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United States.
Introduced 2002-02-27 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
CommemorationsHCONRES 337 — Recognizing the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to baseball and the Nation.
Introduced 2002-02-27 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
CommemorationsHCONRES 301 — Expressing the sense of Congress regarding American Gold Star Mothers, Incorporated, Blue Star Mothers of America, Incorporated, the service flag, and the service lapel button.
Introduced 2002-01-23 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHCONRES 233 — Expressing the profound sorrow of the Congress for the death and injuries suffered by first responders as they endeavored to save innocent people in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.
Introduced 2001-09-20 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
CommemorationsHCONRES 163 — Recognizing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day and expressing the sense of Congress that history be regarded as a means of understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future.
Introduced 2001-06-14 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
CommemorationsHR 4923 — Community Renewal and New Markets Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-07-24 · Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 780.
Economics and Public FinanceHR 4882 — Election Fund Free Choice and Savings Act of 2000
Introduced 2000-07-18 · Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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 2906 — Sudan Peace Act
Introduced 1999-09-21 · For Further Action See S.1453.
International AffairsHR 2848 — New Markets Initiative Act of 1999
Introduced 1999-09-13 · Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 464.
CommerceHR 2628 — Medicare Home Health Services Equity Act of 1999
Introduced 1999-07-27 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
HealthHR 2233 — To provide relief from Federal tax liability arising from the settlement of claims brought by African American farmers against the Department of Agriculture for discrimination in farm credit and benefit programs and to exclude amounts received under such settlement from means-based determinations under programs funding in whole or in part with Federal funds.
Introduced 1999-06-15 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 1393 — To provide wage parity for certain Department of Defense employees in Texas and Oklahoma.
Introduced 1999-04-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 815 — American Community Renewal Act of 1999
Introduced 1999-02-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit.
Economics and Public FinanceHRES 410 — Designating majority membership on certain standing committees of the House.
Introduced 2000-02-01 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CongressHRES 121 — Affirming the Congress' opposition to all forms of racism and bigotry.
Introduced 1999-03-17 · On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 254 - 152, 24 Present (Roll no. 60).
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesHRES 30 — Designating majority membership on certain standing committees of the House.
Introduced 1999-02-02 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CongressHRES 6 — Electing Members to serve on standing committees.
Introduced 1999-01-06 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CongressHRES 1 — Electing officers of the House of Representatives.
Introduced 1999-01-06 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CongressHCONRES 368 — Establishing a special task force to recommend an appropriate recognition for the slave laborers who worked on the construction of the United States Capitol.
Introduced 2000-06-29 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
CongressHCONRES 127 — Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to present a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Rosa Parks.
Introduced 1999-06-08 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Introduced 1996-05-09 · By unanimous consent, the Watts (OK) amendment was withdrawn.
HR 3467 — Saving Our Children: The American Community Renewal Act of 1996
Introduced 1996-05-16 · Joint Hearings Held by the Subcommittee on Human Resources and by the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families.
Economics and Public FinanceHR 3151 — Medicare Subvention Fairness Act
Introduced 1996-03-21 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 2807 — Youth Development Community Block Grant Act of 1995
Introduced 1995-12-18 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
FamiliesHR 2820 — Consumer Disclosure and Rental Purchase Agreement Act
Introduced 1995-12-20 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit.
CommerceHCONRES 187 — Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to recent church burnings.
Introduced 1996-06-13 · Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHCONRES 186 — Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to recent church burnings.
Introduced 1996-06-13 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 4142 — To provide that the wage of certain Department of Defense employees is determined by a recent wage survey.
Introduced 1998-06-25 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 3865 — American Community Renewal Act of 1998
Introduced 1998-05-14 · Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 11 - 8.
Economics and Public FinanceHR 3863 — To provide for a special Medicare part B enrollment period, a reduction or elimination in the part B late enrollment penalty, and a special medigap open enrollment period for certain military retirees and dependents.
Introduced 1998-05-13 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
HealthHR 3613 — Military Health Care Fairness Act
Introduced 1998-03-31 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1357 — Medicare Subvention Fairness Act
Introduced 1997-04-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1356 — To amend title 10, United States Code, to permit beneficiaries of the military health care system to enroll in Federal employees health benefits plans; to improve health care benefits under the CHAMPUS and TRICARE Standard, and for other purposes.
Introduced 1997-04-16 · Unfavorable Executive Comment Received from DOD.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1031 — American Community Renewal Act of 1997
Introduced 1997-03-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity.
Economics and Public FinanceHJRES 56 — Celebrating the end of slavery in the United States.
Introduced 1997-02-26 · Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 86.
CommemorationsHRES 481 — Drug-Free Professional and Olympic Athlete Responsibility Resolution
Introduced 1998-06-19 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
HealthHCONRES 247 — Recognizing the contributions of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to the civil society of the United States and the world and to the cause of nonviolent social and political change to advance social justice and equality for all races and calling on the people of the United States to study, reflect on, and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on the thirtieth anniversary of his death.
Introduced 1998-03-19 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.
CommemorationsHCONRES 61 — Honoring the lifetime achievements of Jackie Robinson.
Introduced 1997-04-15 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Commemorations