**House Votes on Gulf Rename and Funding Limits for Colleges Linked to China**

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8 days ago - Politics

Congress Takes Action on Controversial Bills

In a recent vote, the House of Representatives approved plans to move forward with two significant proposals. The decision, mainly supported by House Republicans, clears the way for discussions on changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico and restricting funding for certain colleges and universities connected to China.

First, the Gulf of America Act suggests renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." If this change happens, it will alter geographical references in maps, school lessons, and tourism materials. This new name aims to boost national pride and reflects a shift in how the U.S. views this important body of water.

The second proposal is the DHS Restrictions on Confucius Institutes and Chinese Entities of Concern Act. This bill is more complicated. It would limit funding from the Department of Homeland Security to colleges and universities with ties to Confucius Institutes—organizations associated with the Chinese government. If the bill passes, schools that are linked to these institutes may lose financial support. This could mean fewer programs and resources for students and teachers at those schools and could limit opportunities for cultural exchanges and collaborations with China.

Both proposals are significant and could change how the U.S. interacts with other countries and how Americans view their own identity. Lawmakers are preparing for a structured debate to ensure that all sides of the arguments are heard before a final decision is made. These developments reflect shifting political priorities that will have an impact on future generations of Americans.

This is a summary of important actions happening in Congress.

  1. Rename Gulf of Mexico: This bill aims to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America."

  2. Funding Restrictions: Another bill wants to limit how the Department of Homeland Security gives money to colleges and universities that work with Confucius Institutes.

  3. No Objections: All legal points against discussing these bills will not be allowed, meaning there won't be any delays in talking about them.

  4. Debate Time: The House of Representatives will discuss each bill for one hour, where members will share their thoughts equally.

  5. Final Steps: After the discussions, there will be a vote on each bill, meaning Congress will decide if they can pass or not.

These actions are important as they can affect names and funding in education across the country.

406 votes

Yes

206

No

200

Not Voting

27

  1. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
  2. On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 213 - 209 (Roll no. 118).
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  3. Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 213 - 209 (Roll no. 118).
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  4. On ordering the previous question Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: 206 - 200 (Roll no. 117).
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  5. Considered as unfinished business.
  6. POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H. Res. 377, the Chair put the question on ordering the previous question and by voice vote announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Scanlon demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
  7. DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 377.
  8. Considered as privileged matter.
  9. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 276 and H.R. 881 under a closed rule with one hour of debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
  10. Reported in House

    This is a summary of important actions happening in Congress.

    1. Rename Gulf of Mexico: This bill aims to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America."

    2. Funding Restrictions: Another bill wants to limit how the Department of Homeland Security gives money to colleges and universities that work with Confucius Institutes.

    3. No Objections: All legal points against discussing these bills will not be allowed, meaning there won't be any delays in talking about them.

    4. Debate Time: The House of Representatives will discuss each bill for one hour, where members will share their thoughts equally.

    5. Final Steps: After the discussions, there will be a vote on each bill, meaning Congress will decide if they can pass or not.

    These actions are important as they can affect names and funding in education across the country.

  11. Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 26.
  12. The House Committee on Rules reported an original measure, H. Rept. 119-89, by Mr. Scott, Austin.