
Diane E. Watson
Democrat · CA-33 · House of Representatives
25 years in office
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Sponsored Legislation (84)
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Introduced 2006-06-28 · Mr. Shaw raised a point of order against the Watson amendment (A042). Mr. Shaw stated that the amendment violates clause 5(a) of Rule XXI. The Chair sustained the point of order.
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Introduced 2005-07-20 · On agreeing to the Watson amendment (A028) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2005-07-20 · On agreeing to the Watson amendment (A027) Agreed to by recorded vote: 422 - 2 (Roll no. 394).
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Introduced 2005-05-11 · On agreeing to the Watson amendment (A004) Agreed to by voice vote.
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Introduced 2005-05-11 · On agreeing to the Watson amendment (A005) Agreed to by voice vote.
HR 5821 — At-Risk Youth Protection Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-07-17 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Education Reform.
EducationHR 4011 — Mercury in Dental Fillings Disclosure and Prohibition Act
Introduced 2005-10-06 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H9282)
Environmental ProtectionHR 2359 — DTV-AGE Act
Introduced 2005-05-12 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsHR 603 — Rail Crossing Safety Act
Introduced 2005-02-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Railroads.
Transportation and Public WorksHR 504 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4960 West Washington Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, as the "Ray Charles Post Office Building".
Introduced 2005-02-01 · Became Public Law No: 109-25.
CommemorationsHR 5589 — To amend the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 to reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy.
Introduced 2010-06-23 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHR 5450 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3894 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, as the "Tom Bradley Post Office Building".
Introduced 2010-05-27 · Became Public Law No: 111-279.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 4900 — Federal Information Security Amendments Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-03-22 · Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 4731 — Medicaid Options for Dental Fillings Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-03-02 · Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
HealthHR 4733 — Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act
Introduced 2010-03-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.
Agriculture and FoodHR 4732 — Compassionate Access Act of 2010
Introduced 2010-03-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
HealthHR 4470 — Strong STANDARDS Act
Introduced 2010-01-19 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
ImmigrationHR 3931 — To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend for 2 years the election to treat the cost of a qualified film or television production as an expense which is not chargeable to a capital account.
Introduced 2009-10-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
TaxationHR 3526 — Tony Cardenas Community-Based Gang Intervention Act
Introduced 2009-07-31 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 3110 — FACE Act
Introduced 2009-06-26 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.
ImmigrationHR 3070 — Families for Orphans Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-06-26 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHR 3031 — Families for Orphans Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-06-24 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHR 2760 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1615 North Wilcox Avenue in Los Angeles, California, as the "Johnny Grant Hollywood Post Office Building".
Introduced 2009-06-08 · Became Public Law No: 111-104.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 2761 — To sever United States' government relations with the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma until such time as the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma restores full tribal citizenship to the Cherokee Freedmen disenfranchised in the March 3, 2007, Cherokee Nation vote and fulfills all its treaty obligations with the Government of the United States, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2009-06-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Native AmericansHR 2131 — To amend the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 to reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy.
Introduced 2009-04-27 · Became Public Law No: 111-70.
International AffairsHR 1976 — International Documentary Exchange Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-04-02 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHR 909 — Public Diplomacy Resource Centers Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-02-04 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHRES 1711 — Commemorating the eminently successful performance and record of excellence of Barbara A. McKinzie, immediate past international president of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Introduced 2010-09-29 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
EducationHRES 1626 — Commending the National Student Leadership Conference for organizing college campus experiences for high school students for more than 20 years.
Introduced 2010-09-15 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
EducationHRES 1480 — Commending the University of Southern California Trojan men's tennis team for its victory in the 2010 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's Tennis Championship.
Introduced 2010-06-28 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sports and RecreationHRES 1357 — Commending and congratulating the Hollywood Walk of Fame on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.
Introduced 2010-05-12 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Arts, Culture, ReligionHRES 1350 — Recognizing June 20, 2010, as World Refugee Day.
Introduced 2010-05-11 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
International AffairsHRES 1211 — Expressing the appreciation of Congress for the service and sacrifice of the 2nd Ranger Infantry Company (Airborne), United States Army, which was the first and only all-African American Ranger Company in the Army.
Introduced 2010-03-23 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHRES 1108 — Commemorating the life of the late Cynthia DeLores Tucker.
Introduced 2010-02-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesHRES 1094 — Commemorating the life of the late Cynthia DeLores Tucker.
Introduced 2010-02-22 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesHRES 720 — Commending Serena Williams for her victory in the 2009 Wimbledon Women's Singles Championship and the 2009 Wimbledon Doubles Championship.
Introduced 2009-07-31 · Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sports and RecreationHRES 648 — Expressing the need for enhanced public awareness of potential health effects posed by mercury.
Introduced 2009-07-14 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.
Environmental ProtectionHRES 514 — Commending the University of Southern California Trojan men's tennis team for its victory in the 2009 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Men's Tennis Championship.
Introduced 2009-06-04 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Higher Education, Lifelong Learning, and Competitiveness.
Sports and RecreationHRES 362 — Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of the National School Lunch Program.
Introduced 2009-04-23 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
EducationHRES 311 — Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month.
Introduced 2009-03-31 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
International AffairsHRES 221 — Recognizing and honoring Johnny Grant for his work as the Honorary Mayor of Hollywood, California for more than a quarter of a century.
Introduced 2009-03-06 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Arts, Culture, ReligionHRES 153 — Commending the University of Southern California Trojan football team for its victory in the 2009 Rose Bowl.
Introduced 2009-02-10 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sports and RecreationHRES 65 — Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for efforts to increase financial literacy in the United States and recognizing the work of John Hope Bryant to raise awareness about the importance of financial and economic literacy.
Introduced 2009-01-14 · Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Finance and Financial SectorHRES 49 — Honoring Karen Bass for becoming the first African-American woman elected Speaker of the California State Assembly.
Introduced 2009-01-09 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Government Operations and PoliticsHCONRES 136 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a celebration of Citizenship Day.
Introduced 2009-05-21 · Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
CongressHCONRES 126 — Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Title VI international education programs within the Department of Education.
Introduced 2009-05-13 · Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationHR 6480 — International Documentary Exchange Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-07-10 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
International AffairsHR 2843 — Library of Congress Public Diplomacy Collection Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-06-22 · Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
International AffairsHR 2824 — To sever United States' government relations with the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma until such time as the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma restores full tribal citizenship to the Cherokee Freedmen disenfranchised in the March 3, 2007, Cherokee Nation vote and fulfills all its treaty obligations with the Government of the United States, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2007-06-21 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1052-1053)
Native AmericansHR 2553 — Public Diplomacy Resource Centers Act of 2008
Introduced 2007-05-24 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 958.
International AffairsHR 2554 — After Care Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-05-24 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Crime and Law EnforcementHR 2101 — Mercury in Dental Fillings Disclosure and Prohibition Act
Introduced 2007-05-01 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
HealthHR 1853 — Jose Medina Veterans Affairs Police Training Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-03-29 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Armed Forces and National SecurityHR 1184 — At-Risk Youth Protection Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-02-16 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
EducationHR 1003 — To amend the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 to reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy.
Introduced 2007-02-12 · Became Public Law No: 110-21.
International AffairsHRES 1458 — Recognizing and honoring Johnny Grant for his work as the Honorary Mayor of Hollywood, California for more than a quarter of a century.
Introduced 2008-09-17 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
CommemorationsHRES 1413 — Acknowledging the accomplishments and goals of the Youth Impact Program.
Introduced 2008-08-01 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHRES 495 — Honoring the life and achievements of Dame Lois Browne Evans, Bermuda's first female barrister, Attorney General, and Opposition Leader in the British Commonwealth.
Introduced 2007-06-18 · Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
CommemorationsHRES 361 — Recognizing and honoring Jack Valenti and expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives to his family on his death.
Introduced 2007-05-01 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHRES 328 — Expressing the condolences of the House of Representatives on the death of the Honorable Juanita Millender-McDonald, a Representative from the State of California.
Introduced 2007-04-23 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHRES 294 — A resolution commending the Kingdom of Lesotho for the enactment of a law to improve the status of married women and ensure the access of married women to property rights.
Introduced 2007-03-29 · The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.
International AffairsHRES 126 — Commending the University of Southern California Trojan football team for its victory in the 2007 Rose Bowl.
Introduced 2007-02-05 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHCONRES 335 — Authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a celebration of the 100th anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
Introduced 2008-04-24 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
CongressHR 5351 — Office of Intellectual Property and Competition Policy Act of 2004
Introduced 2004-10-08 · Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
International AffairsHR 4828 — To direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission to issue a rule banning children's toys containing mercury.
Introduced 2004-07-13 · Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
CommerceHR 4624 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 4960 West Washington Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, as the "Ray Charles Post Office Building".
Introduced 2004-06-18 · Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
CommemorationsHR 2670 — Federal Communications Commission Accountability Act
Introduced 2003-07-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet.
Government Operations and PoliticsHR 1822 — To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 3751 West 6th Street in Los Angeles, California, as the "Dosan Ahn Chang Ho Post Office".
Introduced 2003-04-11 · Became Public Law No: 108-239.
CommemorationsHR 1821 — To award a congressional gold medal to Dr. Dorothy Height in recognition of her many contributions to the Nation.
Introduced 2003-04-11 · Became Public Law No: 108-162.
CommemorationsHR 1680 — Mercury in Dental Filling Disclosure and Prohibition Act
Introduced 2003-04-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
CommerceHR 1207 — Hazing Prohibition Act of 2003
Introduced 2003-03-11 · Referred to the Subcommittee on 21st Century Competitiveness.
EducationHR 1209 — To extend the authority for the construction of a memorial to Martin Luther King, Jr., in the District of Columbia, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2003-03-11 · Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
CommemorationsHRES 793 — Condemning all efforts to suppress and intimidate voters in the United States and reaffirming that the right to vote is a fundamental right of all eligible United States citizens.
Introduced 2004-09-22 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Government Operations and PoliticsHRES 576 — Urging the Government of the People's Republic of China to improve its protection of intellectual property rights, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2004-03-24 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
International AffairsHRES 511 — Recognizing the accomplishments of the University of Southern California's football, women's volleyball, and men's water polo teams.
Introduced 2004-02-03 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
CommemorationsHCONRES 357 — Permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Dorothy Height.
Introduced 2004-02-04 · Message on Senate action sent to the House.
CommemorationsHCONRES 239 — Expressing the sense of the Congress that the global diamond industry, as represented by the World Diamond Council, should provide transition development assistance to communities in Sierra Leone, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the illicit trade in conflict diamonds for arms fueled civil war, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2003-06-26 · Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
International AffairsHR 5689 — To authorize the appropriation of $1,000,000 for a contribution to the World Intellectual Property Organization for projects intended to promote the integration of developing countries into the global intellectual property system.
Introduced 2002-10-16 · Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
International AffairsHR 4531 — To award a congressional gold medal to Dr. Dorothy Height in recognition of her many contributions to the Nation.
Introduced 2002-04-18 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Domestic Monetary Policy, Technology and Economic Growth.
CommemorationsHR 4163 — Mercury in Dental Filling Disclosure and Prohibition Act
Introduced 2002-04-10 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
CommerceHR 3269 — To provide for the development of State medical disaster response plans regarding terrorist attacks that use biological or chemical weapons.
Introduced 2001-11-08 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
HealthHR 2454 — To redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 5472 Crenshaw Boulevard in Los Angeles, California, as the `Congressman Julian C. Dixon Post Office'.
Introduced 2001-07-10 · Became Public Law No: 107-88.
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