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98-hconres-379 98 hconres 379 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H.R. 3398. Congress 1984-10-12 1984-10-12 Unanimous Consent Request Providing for Consideration of the Concurrent Resolution Rejected in House. House Rep. Shannon, James M. [D-MA-5] MA D S000286 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3398 (omnibus tariff and trade bill). 2021-06-29T19:56:48Z  
98-hconres-375 98 hconres 375 A concurrent resolution relating to the enrollment of H. J. Res. 648. Economics and Public Finance 1984-10-11 1984-10-11 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Waives for the duration of the 98th Congress the requirement that any measure continuing appropriations be printed on parchment. Requires the enrollment of any measure continuing appropriations to be in a form certified by the Committee on House Administration. 2021-06-29T19:56:47Z  
98-hconres-376 98 hconres 376 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 2867. Congress 1984-10-11 1984-10-11 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Dingell, John D. [D-MI-16] MI D D000355 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 2867 (hazardous and solid waste disposal). 2021-06-29T19:56:47Z  
98-hconres-377 98 hconres 377 A concurrent resolution providing for the sine die adjournment of the two Houses of Congress on Thursday, October 11, 1984. Congress 1984-10-11 1984-10-11 House Agreed to Senate Amendments. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Provides for the sine die adjournment of the 98th Congress on October 11 or 12, 1984. 2021-06-29T19:56:48Z  
98-hconres-378 98 hconres 378 A concurrent resolution correcting the enrollment of H. R. 5361. Congress 1984-10-11 1984-10-12 Unanimous Consent Request Providing for the Consideration of the Senate Amendments to the House Amendment to the Senate Amendment Rejected in House. House Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8] IL D R000458 0 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 5361 (one-year extension of the exclusion from gross income of amounts received from group legal services). 2021-06-29T19:56:48Z  
98-hconres-371 98 hconres 371 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a correction in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 2790. Congress 1984-10-09 1984-10-10 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Udall, Morris K. [D-AZ-2] AZ D U000001 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 2790 (amending the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Act). 2021-06-29T19:56:46Z  
98-hconres-372 98 hconres 372 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H.R. 3398. Congress 1984-10-09 1984-10-11 Senate agreed to the House amendment to the Senate amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8] IL D R000458 0 (House agreed to Senate amendment with an amendment) Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3398 (omnibus tariff and trade bill). 2021-06-29T19:56:46Z  
98-hconres-373 98 hconres 373 A concurrent resolution to correct a technical error in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 6257. Congress 1984-10-09 1984-10-11 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Edwards, Don [D-CA-10] CA D E000064 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 6257 (Motor Vehicle and Information Cost Savings Act). 2021-06-29T19:56:47Z  
98-hconres-374 98 hconres 374 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 3942. Congress 1984-10-09 1984-10-11 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2] FL D F000430 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3942 (commercial space launches). 2021-06-29T19:56:47Z  
98-hconres-370 98 hconres 370 A concurrent resolution condemning the upsurge in international terrorism. International Affairs 1984-10-05 1984-10-12 Referred to Subcommittee on International Operations. House Rep. Solarz, Stephen J. [D-NY-13] NY D S000673 0 Condemns the upsurge in international terrorism. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should work with other countries to minimize and eliminate international terrorism. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-369 98 hconres 369 A concurrent resolution to direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make technical corrections in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 5167. Congress 1984-10-03 1984-10-05 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Price, Melvin [D-IL-21] IL D P000522 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 5167 (Department of Defense Authorization Act, 1985). 2021-06-29T19:56:45Z  
98-hconres-368 98 hconres 368 A concurrent resolution calling for a one-year freeze in real Federal spending, and for other purposes. Economics and Public Finance 1984-10-02 1984-10-02 Referred to House Committee on Rules. House Rep. Heftel, Cecil [D-HI-1] HI D H000449 0 Requires that the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1986 meet the following objectives: (1) total outlays for FY 1986 shall be no greater than total outlays for FY 1985; and (2) total outlays for FY 1987 and for FY 1988 shall be no greater than total outlays for the preceding fiscal year plus, for each such fiscal year, an amount equal to the lesser of five percent of the preceding fiscal year's total outlays or the annual increase in the Consumer Price Index. 2024-02-07T14:47:33Z  
98-hconres-366 98 hconres 366 A concurrent resolution providing for printing of additional copies of the General Explanation of the Revenue Provisions of the Deficit Reduction Act of 1984. Congress 1984-10-01 1984-10-11 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Frenzel, Bill [R-MN-3] MN R F000380 0 Authorizes the printing of additional copies of the General Explanation of the Revenue Provisions of the Deficit Reduction Act of 1984 for the use of the Joint Committee on Taxation. 2024-02-07T11:39:48Z  
98-hconres-367 98 hconres 367 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the legislatures of the States should develop and enact legislation designed to provide child victims of sexual assault with protection and assistance during administrative and judicial proceedings. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-10-01 1984-10-01 Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary. House Rep. Kostmayer, Peter H. [D-PA-8] PA D K000319 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the National Conference of State Legislatures should survey the States to compile and categorize child protection legislation. Declares that State legislatures should consider and enact laws which contain innovative approaches to the handling of child sexual abuse cases and which protect the victims' legal rights. Specifies a list of considerations including: (1) the establishment of interdisciplinary teams of professionals; (2) the selection of a victim-witness advocate; (3) the establishment of special procedures for child-victim testimony; and (4) the establishment of procedures to check the criminal records of adults working with children. 2021-06-29T19:56:45Z  
98-hconres-364 98 hconres 364 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 1904. Congress 1984-09-26 1984-09-28 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Murphy, Austin J. [D-PA-22] PA D M001088 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1904 (Child Abuse Amendments of 1984). 2021-06-29T19:56:44Z  
98-hconres-365 98 hconres 365 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal Government take immediate steps to organize and obtain funding for a national STORM program. Science, Technology, Communications 1984-09-26 1984-09-26 Referred to House Committee on Science and Technology. House Rep. Fuqua, Don [D-FL-2] FL D F000430 29 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Federal Government take immediate steps to support funding for a national storm-scale operational and research meteorological (STORM) program under the leadership of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of the Department of Commerce, with the cooperation of other interested and appropriate departments and agencies. Sets forth certain times the President should submit to Congress proposed activities of the program, including budgetary requirements, progress reports, and a statement of activities. 2024-02-07T15:21:41Z  
98-hconres-363 98 hconres 363 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal Home Loan Bank Board should delay until June 30, 1985, the effective date of its proposed regulations regarding limitations on direct investment in real estate, service corporations, and equity securities by federally insured savings and loan associations. Finance and Financial Sector 1984-09-25 1984-10-17 Referred to Subcommittee on Financial Institutions Supervision, Regulation and Insurance. House Rep. Hance, Kent R. [D-TX-19] TX D H000144 51 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Federal Home Loan Bank Board should delay until June 30, 1985, the effective date of its proposed regulations regarding limitations on direct investment in real estate, service corporations, and equity securities by federally insured savings and loan associations. Directs the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Banking, Finance, and Urban Affairs of the House of Representatives to examine alternatives to the proposed regulations which will ensure safety and sound investment activities. 2024-02-06T19:38:08Z  
98-hconres-362 98 hconres 362 A concurrent resolution to require the President to initiate negotiations for voluntary restraint agreements with respect to copper production. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-09-20 1984-09-24 Referred to Subcommittee on Trade. House Rep. Udall, Morris K. [D-AZ-2] AZ D U000001 8 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President shall initiate negotiations with the principal foreign copper-producing countries to conclude voluntary restraint agreements with those countries that will reduce the total annual foreign copper production for three to five years in order to: (1) allow the price of copper on international markets to rise to levels which will permit the remaining copper operations located in the United States to attract needed capital; and (2) achieve a secure domestic supply of copper. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
98-hconres-359 98 hconres 359 A concurrent resolution expressing the support of the Congress for Costa Rica's neutrality and urging the President to support such neutrality. International Affairs 1984-09-18 1984-09-28 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 0 Expresses support for Costa Rica's neutrality and urges the President to support such neutrality. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-360 98 hconres 360 A concurrent resolution declaring a U.S. commitment to sign the SARSAT/COSPAS international agreement with an international search and rescue constellation consisting of four satellites, two of which are U.S. polar-orbiting spacecraft. International Affairs 1984-09-18 1984-10-18 Executive Comment Requested from NASA, State. House Rep. Lujan, Manuel, Jr. [R-NM-1] NM R L000506 26 States that the United States is committed to full participation in the International Search and Rescue Satellite Program (SARSAT/COSPAS) and should fly two search and rescue systems on National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) polar-orbiting spacecraft. States that the President should: (1) instruct the U.S. delegation to sign the 1984 Leningrad SARSAT/COSPAS agreement; (2) direct the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and NOAA to explore alternative ways to provide two permanent search and rescue systems in polar orbit, including the development of a dedicated satellite; and (3) direct NASA and NOAA to obtain the widest possible international participation in the development and operation of such program. 2024-02-07T15:21:41Z  
98-hconres-361 98 hconres 361 A concurrent resolution disapproving the action of the President under title II of the Trade Act of 1974 with respect to import relief for unwrought copper. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-09-18 1984-09-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Trade. House Rep. McNulty, James F., Jr. [D-AZ-5] AZ D M000589 0 Expresses congressional disapproval of the President's action and determination relating to import relief for unwrought copper. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
98-hconres-358 98 hconres 358 A concurrent resolution directing the Secretary of the Senate to make corrections in the enrollment of S. 2155. Congress 1984-09-17 1984-09-20 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Seiberling, John F. [D-OH-14] OH D S000230 0 Makes technical corrections in the enrollment of S. 2155 (wilderness designation). 2021-06-29T19:56:42Z  
98-hconres-357 98 hconres 357 A concurrent resolution calling for the restoration of democracy in Chile. International Affairs 1984-09-13 1984-10-17 Referred to Subcommittee on International Trade, Investment and Monetary Policy. House Rep. Weiss, Ted [D-NY-17] NY D W000258 4 States that the Congress supports the Chilean people in their efforts to end the military dictatorship and restore democratic institutions and human rights in Chile. Provides that until Chile returns to democracy the United States should: (1) deny all military and economic assistance, including guarantees and loans from the Export-Import Bank and the Commodity Credit Corporation; and (2) oppose all loans and grants to Chile by the Inter-American Development Bank, the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the International Development Association, unless such assistance is directed to programs which serve the basic human needs of the people. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-356 98 hconres 356 A concurrent resolution to correct a technical error in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 1437. Congress 1984-09-12 1984-09-17 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Udall, Morris K. [D-AZ-2] AZ D U000001 0 Makes technical corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1437 (California Wilderness Act of 1984). 2021-06-29T19:56:41Z  
98-hconres-353 98 hconres 353 A concurrent resolution disapproving the action of the President under title II of the Trade Act of 1974 with respect to import relief for unwrought copper. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-09-11 1984-09-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Trade. House Rep. Davis, Robert W. [R-MI-11] MI R D000131 9 Expresses congressional disapproval of the President's action and determination relating to import relief for unwrought copper. Requires that the import relief recommended by Commissioners Eckes and Lodwick of the International Trade Commission shall take effect. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
98-hconres-354 98 hconres 354 A concurrent resolution to congratulate Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio, on the one hundred and seventy-fifth anniversary of its founding. Education 1984-09-11 1984-09-11 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Kindness, Thomas N. [R-OH-8] OH R K000190 11 Congratulates Miami University, in Oxford, Ohio, on the 175th anniversary of its founding and salutes such university for its achievements and prospects for the future. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-355 98 hconres 355 A concurrent resolution establishing a commission to study wage discrimination and other discriminatory personnel policies and practices in the legislative branch. Labor and Employment 1984-09-11 1984-09-11 Referred to House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME-2] ME R S000663 87 Establishes a Commission on Employment Discrimination in the Legislative Branch. Directs the Commission to: (1) employ a nongovernmental consultant to study the compensation paid to Library of Congress personnel and analyze personnel policies of the Library; (2) evaluate the compensation system of the Library for compliance with title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and make any recommendations needed to achieve compliance; (3) develop a plan for the application of title VII through the legislative branch; and (4) make recommendations to Congress for improvement of personnel policies and practices in the legislative branch. Directs the Commission to submit a final report to Congress 18 months after enactment of this Act. Terminates the Commission 30 days after submission of the final report. 2024-02-07T11:39:48Z  
98-hconres-352 98 hconres 352 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States Embassy in Israel should be located in the city of Jerusalem. International Affairs 1984-09-06 1984-10-02 Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee. House Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-11] CA D L000090 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the U.S. Embassy in Israel and the residence of the American Ambassador to Israel should be moved to Jerusalem. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-351 98 hconres 351 A concurrent resolution providing for the adjournment of the House and Senate from August 10, 1984 to September 5, 1984. Congress 1984-08-10 1984-08-10 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Provides for an adjournment of the House and Senate from August 10, 1984, until September 5, 1984. 2021-06-29T19:56:40Z  
98-hconres-349 98 hconres 349 A concurrent resolution authorizing changes in the enrollment of H. J. Res. 600. Congress 1984-08-09 1984-08-10 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. de la Garza, E. [D-TX-15] TX D D000203 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.J.Res. 600 (Agricultural Trade and Export Policy Commission Act). 2021-06-29T19:56:40Z  
98-hconres-350 98 hconres 350 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should commend the Government of Guatemala for holding free and fair elections. International Affairs 1984-08-09 1984-08-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Regula, Ralph [R-OH-16] OH R R000141 17 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should commend the Government of Guatemala for holding free elections and should encourage such government to continue the democratic process by holding general elections in 1985. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-346 98 hconres 346 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States should not issue bearer or zero coupon debt instruments. Economics and Public Finance 1984-08-08 1984-08-08 Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means. House Rep. Bedell, Berkley W. [D-IA-6] IA D B000298 14 Declares that it is the sense of the Congress that the United States should not issue bearer or zero coupon debt instruments. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
98-hconres-347 98 hconres 347 A concurrent resolution concerning the proposed transfer of F5 aircraft from Norway to Greece and Turkey. International Affairs 1984-08-08 1984-08-29 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Downey, Thomas J. [D-NY-2] NY D D000471 24 Expresses the sense of the Congress that with respect to Norway's request to transfer U.S.-origin F5 aircraft to other countries, the President should not increase the number of aircraft approved for transfer to Turkey as a means of punishing or showing U.S. displeasure with Greece. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-348 98 hconres 348 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that television stations should publicize kidnapped children cases. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-08-08 1984-08-10 Referred to Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Consumer Protection and Finance. House Rep. Edwards, Mickey [R-OK-5] OK R E000077 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that television stations should broadcast a series of public service announcements publicizing kidnapped children cases based on information from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z  
98-hconres-345 98 hconres 345 A concurrent resolution reaffirming the United States commitment to international population and family planning assistance, as authorized by section 104 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. International Affairs 1984-08-02 1984-08-06 Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs. House Rep. Solarz, Stephen J. [D-NY-13] NY D S000673 35 Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to population assistance. States that the Congress expects that the executive branch shall not deny funds to multilateral or nongovernmental organizations because of their participation in family planning activities that are financed with funds other than those appropriated by Congress as long as those activities are consistent with U.S. laws. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-343 98 hconres 343 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the right of all Americans to keep and bear arms in defense of life or liberty and in the pursuit of all other legitimate endeavors. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-07-31 1984-08-03 Referred to Subcommittee on Crime. House Rep. Duncan, John J. [R-TN-2] TN R D000534 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Constitution provides that all citizens have the right to keep and bear arms and that such right supersedes the power and authority of any government. 2021-06-29T19:56:38Z  
98-hconres-344 98 hconres 344 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning the need to achieve full democracy on Taiwan. International Affairs 1984-07-31 1984-09-18 Favorable Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Solarz, Stephen J. [D-NY-13] NY D S000673 45 Expresses the sense of the Congress that Taiwan should continue and accelerate progress toward a democratic system by ending martial law and by releasing political prisoners and otherwise guaranteeing and protecting the rights of the Taiwan people. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
98-hconres-341 98 hconres 341 A concurrent resolution to encourage the removal of foreign troops from Cyprus and the mediation of international disputes concerning the Aegean Sea. International Affairs 1984-07-26 1984-08-01 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Florio, James J. [D-NJ-1] NJ D F000215 41 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) consider appointing a high level official as the President's personal representative in seeking a solution to the Cyprus conflict and the differences between Greece and Turkey with regard to the control of the Aegean Sea; (2) call upon Turkey to withdraw its forces and colonists from Cyprus; and (3) pursue every appropriate avenue to seek a prompt resolution. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-342 98 hconres 342 A concurrent resolution relative to adjournment to a date certain during the remainder of the Ninety-eighth Congress. Congress 1984-07-26 1984-07-31 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Prescribes a procedure for an adjournment in excess of three days or for the sine die adjournment of the House of Representatives and the Senate for the second session of the 98th Congress. 2021-06-29T19:56:38Z  
98-hconres-340 98 hconres 340 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 559. Congress 1984-07-25 1984-07-27 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Dingell, John D. [D-MI-16] MI D D000355 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 559 (sanctions against insider trading). 2021-06-29T19:56:37Z  
98-hconres-334 98 hconres 334 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House from June 29 to July 23, 1984 and an adjournment of the Senate from June 29 or June 30 to July 23, 1984. Congress 1984-06-29 1984-06-29 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Murtha, John P. [D-PA-12] PA D M001120 0 Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from June 29 until July 23, 1984, and of the Senate from June 29 or 30 until July 23, 1984. 2021-06-29T22:26:44Z  
98-hconres-335 98 hconres 335 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the enfranchisement of pretrial detainees, convicted misdemeanants, and persons appealing their convictions. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-29 1984-07-06 Referred to Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights. House Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-1] MI D C000714 2 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) State constitutions and county and city charters should reflect the right of pretrial detainees, convicted misdemeanants, and persons appealing convictions to register and to vote; (2) all registrars should provide adequate voter registration and voting accessibility (voting booths and absentee ballots) to such persons; (3) parole and probation boards consider the rehabilitative value of voting in probation and parole determinations; and (4) voter education for such persons be encouraged. 2024-02-07T11:39:48Z  
98-hconres-336 98 hconres 336 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to support of American artists and athletes who decline to participate in South Africa because of its apartheid system. International Affairs 1984-06-29 1984-07-12 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Crockett, George W., Jr. [D-MI-13] MI D C000919 33 Expresses the sense of the Congress that American artists and athletes who decline to participate in cultural and sports activities in South Africa because of that country's apartheid system are to be commended. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Department of State should: (1) inform U.S. artists and athletes who request information on travel to South Africa for such activities that the U.S. Government discourages such travel; (2) confirm U.S. opposition toward recognition of the so-called independent homelands; and (3) express its sympathy with the victims of apartheid by voting in favor of U.N. resolutions that seek to mobilize activities by cultural and sports personalities against apartheid. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-337 98 hconres 337 A concurrent resolution concerning Bulgaria's abuses of the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under cover of TIR Carnets in facilitating the transportation of illicit narcotics, smuggled arms, and terrorists. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-06-29 1984-10-02 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Feighan, Edward F. [D-OH-19] OH D F000059 1 (Measure passed House, amended) Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should request, in accordance with the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under Cover of TIR Carnets, that the Secretary General of the United Nations convene a review conference to determine what steps should be taken to end Bulgaria's abuses of that Convention in facilitating the transportation of illicit narcotics, arms, and terrorists; and (2) the President should encourage other parties to the TIR Convention to use procedures provided in the Convention to end such abuses by Bulgaria. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-hconres-338 98 hconres 338 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress concerning recent statements made by Minister Louis Farrakhan. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-29 1984-06-29 Referred to House Committee on House Administration. House Rep. Harrison, Frank [D-PA-11] PA D H000269 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress with respect to the expressions of anti-Jewish and racist sentiments such as those made by Minister Louis Farrakhan which were broadcast on June 24, 1984. 2024-02-07T11:39:48Z  
98-hconres-339 98 hconres 339 A concurrent resolution calling upon the President to seek an international convention for the suppression of international terrorism. International Affairs 1984-06-29 1984-07-25 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Young, C. W. Bill [R-FL-8] FL R Y000031 62 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should make every effort to convene an international conference on terrorism: (1) at which participating countries would share intelligence about international terrorist organizations and discuss counterterrorism strategy and techniques; and (2) which would result in the adoption of a Convention for the Suppression of International Terrorism to strengthen international law with respect to terrorist acts. Provides for the establishment by the Convention of effective procedures for dealing with such international terrorism. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-332 98 hconres 332 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics should provide the signatories of the Helsinki Final Act with specific information as to the whereabouts, health, and legal status of Andrei Sakharov and Yelena Bonner. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-28 1984-07-24 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 93-0. Record Vote No: 190. House Rep. Wirth, Timothy [D-CO-2] CO D W000647 81 Expresses the sense of the Congress that in light of the Helsinki Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe and other specified human rights agreements, the Soviet Union should: (1) provide the signatories of the Helsinki Final Act with information on the whereabouts, health, and legal status of Andrei Sakharov and Yelena Bonner; (2) void all charges against Yelena Bonner and issue her an exit visa in order to obtain medical care outside of the Soviet Union; and (3) allow them to live in the country of their choice. Urges the President to: (1) protest the Soviet Government's continued refusal to provide such information and to issue Yelena Bonner an exits visa; and (2) call upon all other signatory nations of the Helsinki Final Act to join in such protests. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-333 98 hconres 333 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Senior Companion Program be commended on its 10th anniversary for its success in providing volunteer opportunities for older Americans. Social Welfare 1984-06-28 1984-06-28 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. House Rep. Roybal, Edward R. [D-CA-25] CA D R000485 103 Commends the Senior Companion Program on its tenth anniversary for its success in providing volunteer opportunities for older Americans. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-328 98 hconres 328 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H. R. 4170. Congress 1984-06-27 1984-06-29 House Agreed to Senate Amendments. House Rep. Rostenkowski, Dan [D-IL-8] IL D R000458 0 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4170 (Deficit Reduction Act of 1984). 2025-01-03T19:04:17Z  
98-hconres-329 98 hconres 329 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the common security of all nations is threatened by the escalating arms race and that the danger of nuclear war requires renewed and persistent efforts to negotiate a comprehensive treaty for staged disarmament to be verified by an international security and disarmament authority and accompanied by strengthened international peacekeeping and dispute resolution institutions. International Affairs 1984-06-27 1984-07-06 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security and Scientific Affairs. House Rep. Brown, George E., Jr. [D-CA-36] CA D B000918 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should be encouraged in his efforts to achieve cuts in the amounts of nuclear weapons held by each nation and to establish a lasting peace. Calls upon him to direct consideration within the Government and to initiate discussions with the Soviets concerning the Joint Statement of Agreed Principles for Disarmanent Negotiations. Requests the President to: (1) report to the Congress by December 31, 1984, regarding the steps he has taken with respect to this resolution; and (2) submit a final report to the Congress by September 30, 1985, on the U.S. Government's reassessment of the Joint Statement and the progress made in discussions with the Soviets. Encourages private organizations, foundations, and citizens to assess the continued relevance of the Joint Statement and to determine a practical approach to achieve the agreed principles set forth therein. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-330 98 hconres 330 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that the State of Montana should be designated as the "Official United States Gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics". Sports and Recreation 1984-06-27 1984-07-12 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Williams, Pat [D-MT-1] MT D W000520 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the State of Montana should be designated as the Official United States Gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-331 98 hconres 331 A concurrent resolution to condemn the closing of ABC Color, the only independent newspaper in Paraguay, and to urge the Government of Paraguay to permit the reopening of that newspaper and to guarantee freedom of the press. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-27 1984-07-27 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 2 States that the Congress condemns the closing of ABC Color (a newspaper in Paraguay) and urges Paraguay to reopen such newspaper and to guarantee freedom of the press. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-hconres-326 98 hconres 326 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the use of Federal funds to purchase a portrait or any other artwork depicting any Federal officers or employees. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-26 1984-06-29 Referred to Subcommittee on Legislation and National Security. House Rep. Owens, Major R. [D-NY-12] NY D O000159 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that Federal funds should not be expended to purchase a portrait or any other artwork depicting any Federal officer or employee for ceremonial or recognitional purposes. 2025-02-04T16:54:13Z  
98-hconres-327 98 hconres 327 A concurrent resolution expressing the concern of the Congress on the imminent lapsing of phase III of the land reform program in El Salvador. International Affairs 1984-06-26 1984-07-06 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Bereuter, Doug [R-NE-1] NE R B000403 13 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Assembly of El Salvador should extend the deadline for new applications under phase III of the land reform program. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-325 98 hconres 325 A concurrent resolution deploring Soviet violations of arms control agreements and advocating certain United States policies which respond to these violations of arms control agreements. International Affairs 1984-06-21 1984-06-29 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Courter, Jim [R-NJ-12] NJ R C000809 6 Deplores the Soviet Union's violations of nuclear, conventional, chemical, and biological arms control agreements. Urges that the correction of such violations be accorded the highest priority in negotiations between the United States and the Soviet Union. Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should assess the military significance of such violations and take appropriate action to deny the Soviet Union any military advantage it may have derived from such violations; and (2) the defense of the United States should not be constrained by adherence to arms control agreements or portions thereof which are violated by the Soviet Union. Supports the negotiation of new arms control agreements with the Soviet Union provided compliance with such agreements may be verified and the United States is satisfied that any military imbalance from Soviet violations has been removed through Soviet or U.S. action. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-323 98 hconres 323 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the late Sergeant Billy Finley of Decatur, Illinois, should be honored for his heroic behavior during World War II and for creating good will between United States soldiers and the citizens of France. Armed Forces and National Security 1984-06-20 1984-06-25 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL-20] IL D D000563 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the late Sergeant Billy Finley, of Decatur, Illinois, should be honored for his service and contributions to this country during World War II; and (2) his surviving sisters should be recognized for representing their brother and their country at ceremonies on June 24, 1984, in Cherbourg, France. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-324 98 hconres 324 A concurrent resolution urging the President to restore United States funding for private and voluntary organizations carrying out development assistance programs in Nicaragua. International Affairs 1984-06-20 1984-06-29 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Moody, Jim [D-WI-5] WI D M000881 26 States that the President should: (1) reaffirm the commitment of the United States to the valuable work and service provided by private and voluntary organizations; and (2) reinstate funding by the Agency for International Development of those organizations which have development assistance programs in Nicaragua. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-322 98 hconres 322 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress regarding Americans missing in Southeast Asia. International Affairs 1984-06-19 1984-06-29 Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs. House Rep. Solarz, Stephen J. [D-NY-13] NY D S000673 102 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) ensure that U.S. officials carry out his pledge to resolve the issue of the Americans still missing and unaccounted for in Indochina; (2) work for the immediate release of any Americans still held captive and the return of the remains of those who died in Southeast Asia; and (3) make every effort to secure the cooperation pledged by Laos and Vietnam in resolving this issue. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
98-hconres-321 98 hconres 321 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the adverse impact of early projections of election results by the news media. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-18 1984-09-21 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Swift, Al [D-WA-2] WA D S001115 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the news media should voluntarily refrain from characterizing or projecting election results before the polls close; and (2) the news media and industry, trade, and professional organizations should voluntarily adopt guidelines to assure that exit interview data is not used to characterize or project election results before the polls close. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-hconres-320 98 hconres 320 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should withdraw the determination that the Government of Haiti is making a concerted and significant effort to improve the human rights situation in Haiti by implementing essential political reforms. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-13 1984-06-22 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Owens, Major R. [D-NY-12] NY D O000159 23 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should withdraw the determination that Haiti is making a significant effort to improve the human rights situation there by implementing essential political reforms. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-319 98 hconres 319 A concurrent resolution to request that the President issue a proclamation designating July 4 of each year as the principal national permanent legal holiday. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-12 1984-06-25 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Frank, Barney [D-MA-4] MA D F000339 0 Requests the President to designate July 4 of each year as the principal national permanent legal holiday. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-316 98 hconres 316 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1149. Congress 1984-06-06 1984-06-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Seiberling, John F. [D-OH-14] OH D S000230 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1149 (Oregon Wilderness Act of 1984). 2021-06-29T19:56:28Z  
98-hconres-317 98 hconres 317 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the portion of the street in the District of Columbia on which is located the Embassy of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and the portion of any street in any other city in the United States on which is located a consular office or mission of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, should be named "Andrei Sakharov Avenue". Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-06 1984-06-15 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Levitas, Elliott H. [D-GA-4] GA D L000265 48 Designates as Andrei Sakharov Avenue the portion of 16th Street, Northwest, in the District of Columbia, between L and M Streets, and the portion of any street in any other city in the United States on which is located a consular office or mission of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-318 98 hconres 318 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Department of Energy and American industry should work together in developing a national fusion program. Energy 1984-06-06 1984-06-18 Referred to Subcommittee on Energy Research and Production. House Rep. Stark, Fortney Pete [D-CA-9] CA D S000810 0 Expresses congressional support for joint development of a national fusion program by the Department of Energy and American industry. 2024-02-07T15:21:41Z  
98-hconres-315 98 hconres 315 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the television and radio networks and stations broadcasting coverage of the XXIII Olympiad include announcements or other informational programming to discourage drug and alcohol abuse by young people. Health 1984-05-31 1984-06-07 Referred to Subcommittee on Telecommunications, Consumer Protection and Finance. House Rep. Lantos, Tom [D-CA-11] CA D L000090 120 Expresses the sense of Congress that television and radio networks and stations broadcasting coverage of the XXIII Olympiad should include public service announcements or other informational programming warning young people of the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse. 2024-02-05T14:30:09Z  
98-hconres-313 98 hconres 313 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House from May 24, until May 30, 1984, and of the Senate from May 24, 25, or 26 until May 31, 1984. Congress 1984-05-24 1984-05-24 Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 Provides for an adjournment of the House of Representatives from May 24, until May 30, 1984, and for the Senate from May 24, 25, or 26, until May 31, 1984. 2021-06-29T19:56:27Z  
98-hconres-314 98 hconres 314 A concurrent resolution directing the Architect of the Capitol to prepare plans for landscaping the East Plaza of the United States Capitol. Congress 1984-05-24 1984-06-07 Referred to Subcommittee on Public Buildings and Grounds. House Rep. Shaw, E. Clay, Jr. [R-FL-15] FL R S000303 1 Directs the Architect of the Capitol to prepare plans for landscaping the East Plaza of the U.S. Capitol. 2024-02-07T16:02:17Z  
98-hconres-312 98 hconres 312 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of the President's leadership with respect to American prisoners of war and missing in action. International Affairs 1984-05-23 1984-05-30 Referred to Subcommittee on Asian and Pacific Affairs. House Rep. Solomon, Gerald B. H. [R-NY-24] NY R S000675 81 States that the Congress: (1) adopts as an objective the release of all Americans still held captive in Southeast Asia and the full accounting of those still missing; (2) recognizes and supports the President's leadership with respect to those Americans; (3) supports his efforts in impressing upon the Southeast Asian nations the determination of the United States to resolve this issue; and (4) encourages him to continue to use all means to secure a full accounting of those Americans still missing and to inform the Congress of his progress regarding this matter. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
98-hconres-311 98 hconres 311 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the right of all Americans to keep and bear arms in defense of life or liberty and in the pursuit of all other legitimate endeavors. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-05-22 1984-06-12 Referred to Subcommittee on Crime. House Rep. Crane, Philip M. [R-IL-12] IL R C000873 40 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Constitution provides that all citizens have the right to keep and bear arms and that such right supersedes the power and authority of any government. 2021-06-29T19:56:26Z  
98-hconres-309 98 hconres 309 A concurrent resolution to condemn the closing of ABC Color, the only independent newspaper in Paraguay, and to urge the Government of Paraguay to permit the reopening of that newspaper and to guarantee freedom of the press. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-05-17 1984-06-29 For Further Action See H.Con.Res.331. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 2 States that the Congress condemns the closing of ABC Color (a newspaper in Paraguay) and urges Paraguay to reopen such newspaper and to guarantee freedom of the press. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-310 98 hconres 310 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the participants in the New Ireland Forum are to be commended for their efforts to bring about genuine progress in the search for a just and peaceful solution to the problems of Northern Ireland. International Affairs 1984-05-17 1984-05-24 Received in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 926. House Rep. Donnelly, Brian J. [D-MA-11] MA D D000416 59 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the parties in the New Ireland Forum are to be commended for their efforts to promote reconciliation of the two communities in Northern Ireland; and (2) all political parties in Northern Ireland and the British and Irish Governments should review the findings and recommendations of the Forum. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-308 98 hconres 308 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the International Olympic Committee should establish a permanent facility for the Olympic games, to insulate the games from international politics. Sports and Recreation 1984-05-15 1984-08-09 Favorable Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Parris, Stanford E. (Stan) [R-VA-8] VA R P000080 45 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the International Olympic Committee should establish a permanent Olympic facility on a site that insulates the games from international politics. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-303 98 hconres 303 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that there should be established in Greece a permanent site for the summer Olympic Games. Sports and Recreation 1984-05-10 1984-08-09 Favorable Executive Comment Received From State. House Rep. Bonior, David E. [D-MI-12] MI D B000619 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the U.S. Olympic Committee should propose to the International Olympic Committee a plan whereby the nations which participate in the games shall fund the construction and maintenance of a permanent facility in Greece to serve as the permanent site of the summer Olympic games. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-304 98 hconres 304 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Elena Bonner should be allowed to emigrate from the Soviet Union for the purpose of seeking medical treatment, urging that the President protest the continued violation of human rights in the Soviet Union, including the rights of Andrei Sakharov and Elena Bonner, and for other purposes. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-05-10 1984-05-18 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 76-0. Record Vote No: 104. House Rep. Frank, Barney [D-MA-4] MA D F000339 8 Expresses the sense of the Congress that, in accordance with the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe and other specified human rights agreements, the Soviet Union should permit Elena Bonner to obtain medical treatment outside of that country and allow her and Andrei Sakharov to live in the country of their choice. Urges the President to: (1) protest the detention of and charges against Elena Bonner and the continued refusal of an exit visa to her, and to call upon the Soviet Union to meet Doctor Sakharov's hunger strike demands; and (2) call upon other signatory nations of the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe to join in such protests and urge that the Sakharovs be allowed to emigrate to the country of their choice. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-305 98 hconres 305 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that local governments should follow the lead established by the village of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, in curbing alcohol consumption by teenagers. Health 1984-05-10 1984-05-15 Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Law and Governmental Relations. House Rep. Hyde, Henry J. [R-IL-6] IL R H001022 5 Expresses the sense of the Congress that local governments should adopt a parental responsibility liquor ordinance which would make parents and homeowners responsible for the consumption of alcoholic beverages on their premises by individuals under the legal drinking age. 2021-06-29T19:56:25Z  
98-hconres-306 98 hconres 306 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that all Nicaraguans enter into a process of national reconciliation. International Affairs 1984-05-10 1984-05-17 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Mack, Connie, III [R-FL-13] FL R M000019 55 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should support the efforts of the Catholic Bishops of Nicaragua to bring about a national reconciliation between the struggling factions in that country in order to establish democratic harmony. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-307 98 hconres 307 A concurrent resolution in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in BROWN V. BOARD OF EDUCATION. Social Sciences and History 1984-05-10 1984-05-22 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Winn, Larry, Jr. [R-KS-3] KS R W000636 2 Praises the decision of the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education, invalidating the doctrine of "separate but equal." Designates May 17, 1984, as a national day of commemoration of that decision. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-302 98 hconres 302 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Reagan Administration and succeeding Administrations stress to the People's Republic of China, as a continuing concern, the importance the American people attach to religious freedom, and to strongly urge that government to release from prison the five elderly Roman Catholic priests, a number of Protestant pastors and layworkers, and others of various faiths, reportedly being held on charges related to religious activities. International Affairs 1984-05-09 1984-05-17 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Neal, Stephen L. [D-NC-5] NC D N000016 47 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Reagan administration and succeeding administrations: (1) stress to China the importance the American people attach to religious freedom; and (2) urge the Chinese Government to release from prison five Roman Catholic priests and persons of various faiths who are being held because of religious activities. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
98-hconres-301 98 hconres 301 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that States should establish clearinghouses to provide information on missing children. Families 1984-05-08 1984-06-01 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Resources. House Rep. Lewis, Thomas F. [R-FL-12] FL R L000295 68 Expresses the sense of the Congress that each State should establish a clearinghouse, to work in conjunction with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, to provide information on missing children within the State. Declares that each clearinghouse should: (1) provide a centralized file for statewide exchange of information; (2) cooperate with State law enforcement agencies; (3) work as a liaison between public and private organizations; (4) provide a toll-free in- State telephone line to allow persons to report missing children; (5) provide a directory of State resources; (6) publish monthly bulletins; (7) distribute emergency flyers; and (8) train individuals in the operation of the clearinghouse. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
98-hconres-296 98 hconres 296 A concurrent resolution authorizing use of the rotunda of the Capitol to honor the unknown American who lost his life while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam era and who has been selected to be buried in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. Congress 1984-05-03 1984-05-17 House Agreed to Senate Amendments by Unanimous Consent. House Rep. Wright, James C., Jr. [D-TX-12] TX D W000763 0 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, from May 25-28, 1984, for the remains of the unknown American of the Vietnam era to lie in state. Authorizes the appointment of a congressional delegation. 2021-06-30T14:58:31Z  
98-hconres-297 98 hconres 297 A concurrent resolution urging the Soviet Union to return to the START and INF negotiations, calling discussions on eliminating the nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missiles, and proposing as an interim measure a mutual and verifiable moratorium on further deployment of those missiles. International Affairs 1984-05-03 1984-05-11 Referred to Subcommittee on Europe and the Middle East. House Rep. Bedell, Berkley W. [D-IA-6] IA D B000298 2 States that the President should: (1) urge the Soviet Union to return to the START (Strategic Arms Reduction Talks) and INF (Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces) negotiations; (2) initiate discussion of the nuclear-armed sea-launched cruise missile with the goal of eliminating such weapon from the arsenals of the United States and the Soviet Union; and (3) propose to the Soviet Union a mutual and verifiable moratorium on any further deployment of such weapons pending final agreement. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-298 98 hconres 298 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to recent actions by the South African Government to rescind the Namibian Supreme Court's jurisdiction to hear an application for the release of prisoners held in the internment camp near Mariental, Namibia. International Affairs 1984-05-03 1984-09-21 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. House Rep. Gray, William H., III [D-PA-2] PA D G000402 35 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should reaffirm and continue its policy of nonrecognition of South Africa's illegal occupation of Namibia; (2) the Republic of South Africa should comply with the U.N. Charter and other specified international agreements, the sole bases upon which South Africa may detain individuals; (3) the Republic of South Africa should move to release all detainees at the Mariental camp, or revoke the order that terminated a specified court proceeding and permit a full hearing on the lawfulness of the detention of the Cassinga detainees; and (4) the President should convey to the Republic of South Africa the concerns of Congress regarding this matter, including at any negotiations between the United States and the Republic of South Africa on the independence of Namibia and on other specified issues. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-hconres-299 98 hconres 299 A concurrent resolution supporting self-determination for the people of Hong Kong. International Affairs 1984-05-03 1984-05-23 Executive Comment Requested from State. House Rep. Kemp, Jack [R-NY-31] NY R K000086 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the right of the people of Hong Kong to self-determination should be respected, and that no new government should be imposed on Hong Kong absent the consent of the citizens. 2025-01-23T13:18:47Z  
98-hconres-300 98 hconres 300 A concurrent resolution in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Brown v. Board of Education. Social Sciences and History 1984-05-03 1984-05-22 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Winn, Larry, Jr. [R-KS-3] KS R W000636 0 Praises the decision of the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education, invalidating the doctrine of "separate but equal." Designates May 17, 1984, as a national day of commemoration of that decision. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-295 98 hconres 295 A concurrent resolution to permit the 1984 Olympic Torch Relay to be run through the United States Capitol Grounds. Sports and Recreation 1984-05-02 1984-05-10 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. House Rep. Donnelly, Brian J. [D-MA-11] MA D D000416 0 Authorizes the 1984 Olympic torch relay to be run through the U.S. Capitol Grounds. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-hconres-294 98 hconres 294 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should express to the Government of the Soviet Union the disapproval of the American people concerning the Soviet Union's systematic nondelivery of international mail addressed to certain persons residing within the Soviet Union, and that the United States delegation to the Congress of the Universal Postal Union seek the compliance of the Government of the Soviet Union with the treaties governing international mail to which it is a party. Government Operations and Politics 1984-04-26 1984-06-28 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. House Rep. Gilman, Benjamin A. [R-NY-22] NY R G000212 159 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should express to the Soviet Union the U.S. disapproval of the Soviet Union's: (1) systematic nondelivery of U.S. mail addressed to persons in the Soviet Union; and (2) violation of specified treaties governing international mail. States that at the meeting of the Congress of the Universal Postal Union in Hamburg, Germany, U.S. representatives should; (1) bring such violations to the attention of the Union; (2) request that an investigation of such violations be conducted by the Union; and (3) consider possible sanctions against the Soviet Union for such violations. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-293 98 hconres 293 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to using the total unemployment rate as the basis for determining the availability of extended and supplemental benefits for the unemployed. Labor and Employment 1984-04-24 1984-05-11 Referred to Subcommittee on Public Assistance and Unemployment Compensation. House Rep. Evans, Lane [D-IL-17] IL D E000250 47 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the seasonally adjusted total unemployment rate (TUR) should be used to determine the availability of extended benefits and Federal supplemental compensation of the unemployed; (2) if the seasonally adjusted TUR is not currently available for a State, an alternative method of calculating such TUR should be developed and implemented with respect to determining the availability of such benefits; and (3) the Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other agencies involved with the gathering of unemployment data should take all steps necessary to improve U.S. capability to measure accurately the level of total unemployment and should recommend ways to improve current unemployment compensation benefit formulas so that such benefits are made available in areas of greatest need. 2024-02-07T16:32:33Z  
98-hconres-291 98 hconres 291 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that a bilateral summit on trade relations should be held between the United States and Mexico. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-04-12 1984-04-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Coleman, Ronald D. [D-TX-16] TX D C000621 12 Expresses the sense of the Congress that a bilateral summit on trade relations between the United States and Mexico should be held. Specifies the objectives that should be included at such summit (including objectives related to: tariff preferences; investments in Mexico; U.S. fishing rights; transportation problems; trade-free zones; employment; petroleum and alternative energy matters; and pollution). 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-292 98 hconres 292 A concurrent resolution condemning Iraq for its use of chemical weapons and Iran for its human rights violations. International Affairs 1984-04-12 1984-04-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Human Rights and International Organizations. House Rep. Bethune, Ed [R-AR-2] AR R B000422 35 States that the Congress: (1) condemns Iraq for its use of chemical weapons; (2) condemns Iran for its violations of the human rights of its citizens in attacks against Iraq; (3) deplores the use of chemical weapons; (4) encourages the United Nations and other parties to continue investigations of suspected uses of chemical weapons; and (5) calls for continued and increased efforts at the Conference on Disarmament to negotiate a verifiable ban on such weapons. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-290 98 hconres 290 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that no appropriated funds shall be used for the purpose of mining the ports or territorial waters of Nicaragua. Armed Forces and National Security 1984-04-11 1984-04-26 Received in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 810. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 24 Expresses the sense of the Congress that no funds appropriated by the Congress shall be obligated or expended for the mining of Nicaraguan waters or ports. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-287 98 hconres 287 A concurrent resolution deploring the decision to withdraw United States acceptance of compulsory jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice over disputes involving Central America. International Affairs 1984-04-10 1984-04-20 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Barnes, Michael D. [D-MD-8] MD D B000160 0 States that the Congress: (1) deplores the decision to withdraw U.S. acceptance of the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice over disputes involving Central America; (2) is concerned about the damage such decision has done to the U.S. position in the world community; and (3) urges the President to reverse such decision. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-288 98 hconres 288 A concurrent resolution to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Ohio Credit Union League. Finance and Financial Sector 1984-04-10 1984-05-25 Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population. House Rep. Wylie, Chalmers P. [R-OH-15] OH R W000781 20 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Ohio Credit Union League is to be congratulated on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. 2024-02-06T20:04:02Z  
98-hconres-289 98 hconres 289 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress that the President of the United States should award the Presidential Unit Citation to the 22nd Marine Amphibious Unit (22nd MAU) for their gallant efforts in Grenada and Lebanon. Armed Forces and National Security 1984-04-10 1984-04-16 Referred to Subcommittee on Military Personnel and Compensation. House Rep. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID-1] ID R C000858 17 Expresses the sense of Congress that the 22d Marine Amphibious Unit be awarded the Presidential Unit Citation. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
98-hconres-286 98 hconres 286 A concurrent resolution to oppose forcing the American taxpayer to rescue U.S. and foreign lenders to Argentina. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-04-05 1984-04-19 Referred to Subcommittee on International Trade, Investment and Monetary Policy. House Rep. Brown, Hank [R-CO-4] CO R B000919 16 Expresses the sense of the Congress that : (1) the risk for foreign loans should be borne by the lenders and not by the American taxpayers; (2) the Exchange Stabilization Fund should not be used to finance the foreign debt of other countries; and (3) it should not be the policy of the United States to protect the profits of U.S. and foreign banks engaged in international lending. 2024-02-06T19:38:08Z  
98-hconres-284 98 hconres 284 A concurrent resolution urging the President to direct the Permanent Representative of the United States to the United Nations to bring before the United Nations the question of the involvement by the Government of Cuba in drug dealing, smuggling, and trafficking. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-04-04 1984-04-12 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Lewis, Thomas F. [R-FL-12] FL R L000295 34 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should take steps to place the question of the involvement by Cuba in drug trafficking on the United Nations' agenda and to request of U.N. agencies investigations and reports regarding such problem. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-285 98 hconres 285 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of State should request the Organization of American States to consider as soon as possible the question of involvement by the Government of Cuba in drug dealing, smuggling, and trafficking in the Western Hemisphere. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-04-04 1984-04-12 Referred to Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere Affairs. House Rep. Lewis, Thomas F. [R-FL-12] FL R L000295 34 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of State should request the Organization of American States to consider the question of the involvement by Cuba in drug trafficking and the need for international inspections and factfinding hearings regarding such problem. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
98-hconres-283 98 hconres 283 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of congress concerning the use and supplying of chemical and biological weapons. International Affairs 1984-04-03 1984-04-12 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security and Scientific Affairs. House Rep. McCollum, Bill [R-FL-5] FL R M000350 24 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the use of chemical and biological weapons pose grave threats and that the United States should: (1) increase its investigations of suspected instances of chemical and biological warfare; (2) encourage the development of antidotes for such weapons, especially for the mycotoxin; (3) urge other nations to investigate suspected instances of such warfare; (4) help U.N. investigators gain access to areas where such warfare is suspected; and (5) negotiate with the Soviet Union and other nations to strengthen existing treaties regarding such warfare by ensuring compliance with such treaties. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-hconres-282 98 hconres 282 A concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1984 and setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1985, 1986, and 1987. Economics and Public Finance 1984-03-31 1984-04-05 Laid on Table in House by Unanimous Consent. House Rep. Jones, James R. [D-OK-1] OK D J000232 0 Revises the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1984 and sets forth the first concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1985 and the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 1986 and 1987. Recommends levels of Federal revenues of $664,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $733,000,000,000 for FY 1985, $794,900,000,000 for FY 1986, and $863,500,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount by which the aggregate levels of Federal revenues should be changed at $1,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $0 for FY 1985, $0 for FY 1986, and $0 for FY 1987. Sets the appropriate levels of total new budget authority at $915,500,000,000 for FY 1984, $991,050,000,000 for FY 1985, $1,064,950,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,142,800,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of total budget outlays are $853,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $911,550,000,000 for FY 1985, $969,000,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,040,600,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount of deficits in the budget which are appropriate in light of economic conditions and all other relevant factors at $189,000,000,000 for FY 1984, $178,550,000,000 for FY 1985, $174,100,000,000 for FY 1986, and $177,100,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of public debt are $1,595,800,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,837,300,000,000 for FY 1985, $2,086,150,000,000 for FY 1986, and $2,347,250,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts by which the temporary statutory limits on such debt should be accordingly increased at $105,800,000,000 for FY 1984, $241,500,000,000 for FY 1985, $248,850,000,000 for FY 1986, and $261,100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets forth the appropriate levels of total Federal credit activity as follows: (1) $37,600,000,000 for new direct loan obligations, $105,150,000,000 for new primary loan guarantee commitments, and $68,250,000,000 for new secondary loan guarantee commitments for FY 1984; (2) $37,500,000,000 for new direct loan obligations, $111,150,000,000 for new primary loan guarantee commitments, and $68,250,000,000 for new secondary loan guarantee commitments for FY 1985; (3) $39,950… 2024-02-07T14:47:33Z  
98-hconres-280 98 hconres 280 A concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1984 and setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1985, 1986, and 1987. Economics and Public Finance 1984-03-30 1984-10-01 House Agreed to Senate Amendments by Yea-Nay Vote: 232 - 162 (Record Vote No: 425). House Rep. Jones, James R. [D-OK-1] OK D J000232 0 (Conference report filed in House, H. Rept. 98-1079) Revises the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1984 and sets forth the first concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1985 and the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 1986 and 1987. Recommends levels of Federal revenues of $672,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $750,900,000,000 for FY 1985, $810,800,000,000 for FY 1986, and $881,000,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount by which the aggregate levels of Federal revenues should be changed at $0.00 for FY 1984, -$300,000,000 for FY 1985, -$100,000,000 for FY 1986, and -$100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts for Federal Insurance Contributions Act revenues for hospital insurance within the recommended levels of Federal revenues at $40,000,000,000 for FY 1984, $45,400,000,000 for FY 1985, $52,000,000,000 for FY 1986, and $57,200,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts for Federal Insurance Contributions Act revenues for old-age, survivors, and disability insurance within the recommended levels of Federal revenues at $166,200,000,000 for FY 1984, $188,700,000,000 for FY 1985, $204,500,000,000 for FY 1986, and $221,100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the appropriate levels of total new budget authority at $918,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,012,350,000,000 for FY 1985, $1,103,800,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,200,250,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of total budget outlays are $845,600,000,000 for FY 1984, $932,050,000,000 for FY 1985, $1,003,550,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,088,600,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount of deficits in the budget which are appropriate in the light of economic conditions and all other relevant factors at $172,700,000,000 for FY 1984, $181,150,000,000 for FY 1985, $192,750,000,000 for FY 1986, and $207,600,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of public debt are $1,575,700,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,823,800,000,000 for FY 1985, $2,090,000,000,000 for FY 1986, and $2,377,600,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts by which the temporary statutory limits on such … 2025-01-14T18:22:18Z  
98-hconres-281 98 hconres 281 A concurrent resolution revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1984 and setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1985, 1986, and 1987. Economics and Public Finance 1984-03-30 1984-03-30 Referred to House Committee on The Budget. House Rep. Dixon, Julian C. [D-CA-28] CA D D000373 20 Revises the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1984 and sets forth the first concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1985 and the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 1986 and 1987. Recommends levels of Federal revenues of $664,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $784,600,000,000 for FY 1985, $852,900,000,000 for FY 1986, and $936,500,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount by which the aggregate levels of Federal revenues should be changed at $0,000,000 for FY 1984, $51,600,000,000 for FY 1985, $58,000,000,000 for FY 1986, and $73,000,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the appropriate levels of total new budget authority at $898,660,000,000 for FY 1984, $996,210,000,000 for FY 1985, $1,058,950,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,130,150,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of total budget outlays are $849,550,000,000 for FY 1984, $938,770,000,000 for FY 1985, $983,420,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,040,630,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount of deficits in the budget which are appropriate in light of economic conditions and all other relevant factors at $184,650,000,000 for FY 1984, $154,170,000,000 for FY 1985, $130,520,000,000 for FY 1986, and $104,130,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of public debt are $1,595,800,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,837,300,000,000 for FY 1985, $2,086,150,000,000 for FY 1986, and $2,347,250,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts by which the temporary statutory limits on such debt should be accordingly increased at $219,200,000,000 for FY 1984, $241,500,000,000 for FY 1985, $248,850,000,000 for FY 1986, and $261,100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets forth the appropriate levels of total Federal credit activity as follows: (1) $37,600,000,000 for new direct loan obligations, $105,150,000,000 for new primary loan guarantee commitments, and $68,250,000,000 for new secondary loan guarantee commitments for FY 1984; (2) $37,500,000,000 for new direct loan obligations, $111,150,000,000 for new primary loan guarantee commitments, and $68,250,000,000 for new secondary loan guarantee c… 2024-02-06T18:41:21Z  

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