congressional action

I also used the occasion to urge congressional action on the anti-terrorism legislation that had been held up for more than a year.

But the question of slavery delayed quick congressional action.

Political pressure is so high that some think that some kind of congressional action is possible before the summer recess in August.

As a result of this, perhaps the best chance to halt the drilling may still lie in congressional action.

The White House sees the waivers as merely being a bridge to congressional action.

Obama echoed McCain's call for swift congressional action on a bailout plan that includes safeguards for taxpayers and homeowners.

Congressional action this week will center on reducing emissions by raising vehicle fuel-efficiency standards, including those for SUVs.

Ideally, congressional action would persuade China to negotiate a significant currency revaluation.

Strong and sustained public support for firearms legislation is seen as critical to ensure congressional action.

Mr. Obama has pushed back his timetable for Congressional action, saying he expects to get the necessary legislation in September.

Special Courts are known as "legislative" courts because they were created by congressional action.

Trade deals with Colombia and Panama have also languished without Congressional action.

Congressional action, including approval of the conference report, was completed by August 3.

Yet it shouldn't be too hard for the president to deflect congressional action. Mr.

Senator Brown is urging immediate congressional action to show both parties can agree on ways to boost job creation.

Other steps will require congressional action.

Without firm and principled congressional action, the loss of US leadership on human rights will likely persist.

Gore Urges US Congressional Action on Global Warming