**Congress Moves Forward on Bills Impacting U.S. Identity and Education**

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8 days ago - Politics

Congress Takes Key Steps on New Bills Impacting America’s Identity and Education

In a recent session, members of the House of Representatives voted in favor of a resolution to move forward on two important bills that could significantly affect both geography and education in the United States. This vote was mainly supported by House Republicans, who played a crucial role in getting these measures approved.

One of the bills, known as H.R. 276, proposes changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America." If this bill passes, it will alter maps, educational materials, and tourism promotions. The change is seen as a way to promote a stronger sense of American pride and identity by replacing a name that has been used for centuries.

The second bill, H.R. 881, focuses on funding for colleges and universities. It aims to restrict financial support from the Department of Homeland Security for schools that have connections to Confucius Institutes. These institutes are organizations associated with the Chinese government. If this bill is approved, schools connected to these institutes may lose important funding, which could lead to fewer programs and resources available for students and teachers. This may also limit the chance for students to engage in cultural exchanges and joint programs with China.

Both bills will hold significant consequences for the future. The proposed name change could create a heightened sense of national pride among Americans, while the funding restrictions may reshape how American schools work with international partners.

Congress will now have structured discussions to ensure that all opinions are considered before deciding the future of these bills. The passage of this resolution highlights how political priorities and international relationships are shifting, which could have long-term effects on education and identity for Americans in the years to come.

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.

422 votes

Yes

213

No

209

Not Voting

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  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.