I 115th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 2484 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 17, 2017 Mrs. Noem (for herself, Ms. Schakowsky , Mr. Royce of California , and Mr. Engel ) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs , and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services , for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned A BILL To ensure that the United States promotes the meaningful participation of women in mediation and negotiation processes seeking to prevent, mitigate, or resolve violent conflict.