District of Columbia House Representatives - Eleanor Holmes Norton (democrat): Representative for District of Columbia

Background

Chamber: House

Date of birth: 1937-06-13

Gender: F

State: District of Columbia

Latest Voting Trends

Total votes: 431

Missed votes: 0

Bills sponsored: 110

Bills cosponsored: 1515

Committees

Political History

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2023-01-03

End of Term: 2025-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2021-01-03

End of Term: 2023-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2019-01-03

End of Term: 2021-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2017-01-03

End of Term: 2019-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2015-01-06

End of Term: 2017-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2013-01-03

End of Term: 2015-01-02

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2011-01-04

End of Term: 2013-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2009-01-06

End of Term: 2011-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2007-01-04

End of Term: 2009-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2005-01-04

End of Term: 2007-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2003-01-07

End of Term: 2005-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 2001-01-03

End of Term: 2003-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 1999-01-06

End of Term: 2001-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 1997-01-07

End of Term: 1999-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 1995-01-04

End of Term: 1997-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 1993-01-05

End of Term: 1995-01-03

Delegate

DC (democrat)

Start of Term: 1991-01-03

End of Term: 1993-01-03

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Contact: (202) 225-8050

Supporting the goals of World AIDS Day.Supporting the goals and ideals of Korean American Day.Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the War on Poverty and acknowledging its shortcomings.Condemning rape and sexual violence committed by Hamas in its war against Israel.Condemning all forms of hate.Expressing support for democracy and human rights in Pakistan.Declaring support and gratitude by the House of Representatives to food banks, food pantries, and other community-based organizations working to end food insecurity and providing other essential services in the United States.RESPECT ResolutionHonoring the legacy of the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural, social, and political movement in American history.Honoring the 30th anniversary of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program.Honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by Celebrating Diversity, Promoting Tolerance, and Condemning Hate.Expressing support for the designation of February 4, 2024, as "Transit Equity Day".Supporting the goals and principles of Transgender Day of Remembrance by recognizing the epidemic of violence toward transgender people and memorializing the lives lost this year.Expressing support for the recognition of January as "Muslim-American Heritage Month" and celebrating the heritage and culture of Muslim Americans in the United States.Condemning the Burmese military for perpetrating gross violations of human rights as part of its brutal campaign to suppress the democratic aspirations of the people of Burma, two years after the coup d'etat on February 1, 2021.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that paraprofessionals and education support staff should have fair compensation, benefits, and working conditions.Supporting the designation of the week beginning November 13, 2023, as "National Apprenticeship Week".To condemn the rise in antisemitism, call on all Americans to combat antisemitism in the United States, and implement aspects of the U.S. National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism.Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the repeal of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882.Supporting the goals and ideals of "National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day".Recognizing January 2024 as "National Mentoring Month".Expressing support for the designation of "Prematurity Awareness Month".Calling on Azerbaijan to immediately comply with international commitments regarding the release and treatment of prisoners of war, hostages, and other detained persons.Condemning calls from Members of Congress for the expulsion of Palestinians from the United States.Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Endangered Species Act of 1973.Standing with Israel as it defends itself against the barbaric war launched by Hamas and other terrorists.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United Nations Security Council should immediately impose an arms embargo against the military of Burma.Expressing support for the designation of October 2023 as "National Down Syndrome Awareness Month".Recognizing the heritage, culture, and contributions of Latinas in the United States.Calling on the President to support the creation of a Special Tribunal for the Punishment of the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.Supporting the designation of October 7, 2023, as National Ostomy Awareness Day.Expressing concern about the spreading problem of book banning and the proliferation of threats to freedom of expression in the United States.Commemorating the annual celebration of Día de los Muertos in the United States and around the world.Supporting the designation of the week of September 18 through September 23, 2023, as "Malnutrition Awareness Week".Supporting the designation of October 15, 2023, as "National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day" and recognizing the people who have lost a pregnancy or an infant.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the African Americans who duly won election to the House during the post-Civil War Reconstruction Era but were wrongly denied the right to take their seats should be recognized as former Members of the House.Expressing support for the recognition of October 2023, as "World Menopause Awareness Month" and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding global awareness and access to care during the menopausal transition and post-menopause.Recognizing the significance of "National Learning Disabilities Awareness Month".Requesting information on Azerbaijan's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.Recognizing the 5-year anniversary of the horrific antisemitic attack at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 27, 2018, and condemning antisemitism.Calling on Hamas to immediately release hostages taken during October 2023 attack on Israel.Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.Embracing the goals and provisions of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons.Reaffirming the United States commitment to respecting the sovereignty of Mexico and condemning calls for military action in Mexico without Mexico's consent and congressional authorization.Supporting the designation of September 2023 as "National Voting Rights Month".Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.Expressing support for the recognition of October 26, 2023, as "Intersex Awareness Day", and supporting the goals and ideals of Intersex Awareness Day.Expressing support for the designation of November 8, 2023, as "National First-Generation College Celebration Day".Original National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Resolution of 2023Calling on the Secretary of Education to work with stakeholders to immediately eliminate race-based Native logos, mascots, and names from State educational institutions, and calling on State educational institutions and national sports franchises to cease the unsanctioned use of such logos, mascots, and names.Recognizing January 2023 as "National Mentoring Month".Recognizing the critical role of congressional staff and support staff working on Capitol Hill and in State or district offices.Recognizing the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in higher education.Expressing support for the designation of September 2023 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to complications from sickle cell disease and conditions related to sickle cell disease.Expressing support for the designation of August as National Black Business Month and to honor the contributions of Black-owned businesses across the United States.Recognizing that the United States needs to support and strengthen mothers in the workforce by investing in the Mom Economy.Recognizing the value of the Older Americans Act of 1965 nutrition program in addressing hunger, malnutrition, and isolation, and improving the health and quality of life for millions of our Nations seniors each year.Original LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Resolution of 2023Calling for the immediate release of Eyvin Hernandez, a United States citizen and Los Angeles County public defender, who was wrongfully detained by the Venezuelan regime in March 2022.Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the designation of "Public Radio Music Day" and its deep appreciation for the role of public radio music stations in serving listeners, musicians, and hundreds of communities in the United States.Expressing support for the designation of the week beginning on September 11, 2023, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".Expressing support for the designation of September 22 as "National Military and Veterans Suicide Awareness Day".Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in support of the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) nuclear security role.Expressing support for July to be designated as "Disability Pride Month".Recognizing the significance of "Chicano Heritage Month" in August as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Mexican Americans to the history of the United States.Expressing support for the designation of Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.Acknowledging that in the aftermath of September 11, 2001, individuals experienced hate and were targeted by the government on account of their faith, race, national origin and immigration status, and suggesting various forms of relief to support those affected.Condemning the conflict in Sudan and supporting the people of Sudan, and for other purposes.Expressing support for the designation of July 30, 2023, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".Remembering kindness in the United States and affirming our commitment to fostering community and building resiliency through every day acts of kindness.Declaring unconditional war on racism and invidious discrimination and providing for the establishment of a Cabinet-level Department of Reconciliation charged with eliminating racism and invidious discrimination.Recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of the month of September 2023 as "PCOS Awareness Month".Unhoused Persons Bill of RightsExpressing support for the designation of the week of September 18 through September 24, 2023, as "Rail Safety Week" in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of reducing highway-rail grade crossing-related incidents, fatalities, and injuries.Recognizing the significance of National Caribbean American Heritage Month.Recognizing the contributions of African Americans to the musical heritage of the United States and the need for greater access to music education for African-American students and supporting the designation of June 2023 as African-American Music Appreciation Month.Third Reconstruction: Fully addressing poverty and low wages from the bottom up.Expressing opposition to the use of State power against people in the United States seeking essential health care, including criminalization of the full range of sexual and reproductive health care such as abortion, gender-affirming care, and contraceptive care, and disapproving of State punishment of people for their pregnancy outcomes.Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.Congratulating the National Treasury Employees Union on its 85th anniversary and commending the dedication shown Federal employees and continued service provided by the National Treasury Employees Union and the members of the National Treasury Employees Union.Remembering the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre and condemning the continued and intensifying crackdown on human rights and basic freedoms within the People's Republic of China, including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, by the Chinese Communist Party, and for other purposes.Expressing support for Black service members this Memorial Day who gave their lives to protect and defend the United States at home and abroad despite facing racism in the Armed Forces and systemic inequities on United States soil.Expressing support for the designation of May as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Awareness Month to increase the knowledge of this little-known, potentially fatal, genetic disease.Expressing support for the designation of June 21, 2023, as National ASK (Asking Saves Kids) Day to promote children's health and safe storage of guns in the home.Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Lunar New Year in 2023.Recognizing the role of father engagement in improving overall health outcomes during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, for both the mother and baby.Fully addressing child poverty.Expressing support for the designation of June 2, 2023, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2023 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".Recognizing June 19, 2023, as this year's observance of the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day.Supporting the designation of the week of June 12 through June 18, 2023, as "National Men's Health Week".Expressing support for the designation of June 26 as "LGBTQI+ Equality Day".Recognizing the religious significance of Eid al-Adha and wishing Muslim Americans and Muslims around the world a prosperous holiday.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Congress should enact the Older Americans Bill of Rights to establish that older Americans should have the right to live with dignity and with independence.Expressing support for the designation of November 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.Recognizing the month of June 2023 as "Immigrant Heritage Month", a celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of immigrants and their children in making the United States a healthier, safer, more diverse, prosperous country, and acknowledging the importance of immigrants and their children to the future successes of the United States.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to reduce traffic fatalities to zero by 2050.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives to support the rights of youth in the foster care system.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of Congressman Elijah E. Cummings.
Eleanor Holmes Norton

Eleanor Holmes Norton

6/8/2024, 6:40 PM

Status
Active

State
District of Columbia

Last Reported Cash on Hand
$12,990.28

Date of Birth
1937-06-13

Gender
Female

Contact Information

Full Address
2136 Rayburn House Office Building

Phone
(202) 225-8050

City
Washington

State
DC

Zip
20510

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