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105-sconres-129 105 sconres 129 A concurrent resolution to correct a technical error in the enrollment of H.R.3910. Congress 1998-10-20 1998-10-20 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] AK R M001085 0 Makes technical corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3910 (Automobile National Heritage Area, Michigan). 2025-01-02T17:52:00Z  
105-sconres-130 105 sconres 130 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H.R.4328. Congress 1998-10-20 1998-10-20 Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. Senate Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] RI D R000122 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4328 (making appropriations for the Department of Transportation and related agencies for FY 1999). 2025-01-14T18:18:18Z  
105-sconres-127 105 sconres 127 A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and for other purposes. Commemorations 1998-10-09 1998-10-09 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] IL D D000563 1 Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the National Microbiological Institute and the creation of the Institute that became the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). Reaffirms support of the NIAID and its commitment to advance knowledge and improve health. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-128 105 sconres 128 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding measures to achieve a peaceful resolution of the conflict in the state of Chiapas, Mexico, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1998-10-09 1998-10-09 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 18 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of State should: (1) take measures to ensure that U.S. assistance and exports of equipment to Mexican security forces are used primarily for counter-narcotics purposes and do not contribute to human rights violations; (2) encourage the Government of Mexico to reduce political tension and violence in Chiapas by disarming paramilitary groups and decreasing its military presence there; (3) commend such Government for inviting the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to visit to discuss the Chiapas conflict; (4) encourage such Government and the Zapatista National Liberation Army to create conditions for good faith negotiations that address the social, economic, and political causes of the conflict; (5) support efforts to provide and monitor relief assistance to displaced persons in Chiapas; and (6) seek a commitment from such Government to respect the rights of U.S. citizens and human rights monitors in Mexico in accordance with Mexican and international law. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-125 105 sconres 125 A concurrent resolution expressing the opposition of Congress to any deployment of United States ground forces in Kosovo, a province in southern Serbia, for peacemaking or peacekeeping purposes. International Affairs 1998-10-08 1998-10-08 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] OK R I000024 20 Expresses Congress' opposition to any deployment of U.S. ground forces into the Serbian province of Kosovo for peacemaking or peacekeeping purposes. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-126 105 sconres 126 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should reassert the traditional opposition of the United States to the unilateral declaration of a Palestinian State. International Affairs 1998-10-08 1998-10-08 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Israel, and Israel alone, can determine its security needs; (2) the final political status of the Palestinian entity can only be determined through bilateral negotiations and agreement between Israel and the Palestinian Authority; (3) any such unilateral declaration of a Palestinian State would be a grievous violation of the Oslo Accords, would seriously impede any possibility of advancing the peace process, and would have severe negative consequences for Palestinian relations with the United States; and (4) the President should now publicly and unequivocally state that the United States will actively oppose such a unilateral declaration and will not extend recognition to any unilaterally declared Palestinian State. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-124 105 sconres 124 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the denial of benefits under the Generalized System of Preferences to developing countries that violate the intellectual property rights of United States persons, particularly those that have not implemented their obligations under the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1998-10-06 1998-10-14 Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. Senate Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] NJ D L000123 9 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should not give special trade preferences to goods originating from a country that is not making substantial progress toward adequately protect U.S. intellectual property rights, particularly a developing country that has not met its obligations under the Agreement on Trade- Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights by January 1, 2000; (2) the Congress should monitor the progress of developing countries in meeting their obligations under the Agreement by January 1, 2000; and (3) it should consider legislation that would deny benefits under the Generalized System of Preferences to developing countries that are not in compliance with their obligations under the Agreement beginning on January 1, 2000. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-122 105 sconres 122 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the 65th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933 should serve as a reminder of the brutality of the government of the former Soviet Union's repressive policies toward the Ukrainian people. International Affairs 1998-10-01 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] MI D L000261 17 Condemns the repressive policies of the Government of the former Soviet Union during the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933. Expresses the sense of the Congress: (1) in remembrance of the victims of the Famine; and (2) that any supplemental material that will assist in disseminating information about the Famine should be compiled and made available worldwide. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-123 105 sconres 123 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress regarding the policy of the Forest Service toward recreational shooting and archery ranges on Federal land. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1998-10-01 1998-10-13 Referred to House Resources Senate Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] AZ R M000303 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Forest Service should: (1) not close shooting or archery facilities without prior notification to the Congress and the general public unless there is an immediate threat to public safety; (2) avoid unreasonable restrictions in the issuance of special-use permits for firearm and archery sports facilities; (3) fully evaluate alternative sites in the Coronado National Forest, to the extent consistent with the environmental assessment, and provide a reasonable alternative that would allow the Tucson Rod and Gun Club to quickly open a safe facility for firearm and archery sports; and (4) adhere to its deadline of November 20, 1998, for a decision on a site for such Club. 2026-03-24T12:48:03Z  
105-sconres-121 105 sconres 121 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should take all necessary measures to respond to the increase in steel imports resulting from the financial crises in Asia, the independent States of the former Soviet Union, Russia, and other areas of the world, and for other purposes. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1998-09-29 1998-09-29 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 30 Calls upon the President to: (1) pursue enhanced enforcement of U.S. trade laws with respect to the increase in steel imports into the United States, including imposition of offsetting duties, quantitative restrictions, and other appropriate remedial measures; (2) pursue with all methods at the President's disposal to achieve a more equitable sharing of the burden of accepting imports of finished steel products from Asia and the independent states of the former Soviet Union; (3) establish a task force that has responsibility for closely monitoring U.S. imports of steel; and (4) report to the Congress by January 5, 1999, with a comprehensive plan for responding to the increase in steel imports, including ways of limiting the deleterious effects on employment, prices, and investment in the U.S. steel industry. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-119 105 sconres 119 A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the American Red Cross Blood Services. Commemorations 1998-09-22 1998-10-10 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] TN R F000439 11 Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the American Red Cross Blood Services and the impact of their efforts on modern medicine. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-120 105 sconres 120 A concurrent resolution to redesignate the United States Capitol Police headquarters building located at 119 D Street, Northeast, Washington, D.C., as the "Eney, Chestnut, Gibson Memorial Building". Commemorations 1998-09-22 1998-10-15 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Sarbanes, Paul S. [D-MD] MD D S000064 3 Designates the U.S. Capitol Police headquarters building located at 119 D Street, Northeast, Washington, D.C., as the Eney, Chestnut, Gibson Memorial Building. 2025-04-07T15:23:27Z  
105-sconres-118 105 sconres 118 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the Capitol Rotunda on September 23, 1998, for the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Nelson Mandela. Commemorations 1998-09-16 1998-09-16 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 0 Allows use of the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on September 23, 1998, for the presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal to Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
105-sconres-117 105 sconres 117 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Transportation should exercise reasonable judgment in promulgating regulations relating to airline flights and should rescind the directive to establish peanut-free zones on airline flights. Transportation and Public Works 1998-09-11 1998-09-11 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Coverdell, Paul [R-GA] GA R C000813 1 Declares the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Transportation should rescind the directive requiring establishment of peanut-free zones on airline flights. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
105-sconres-116 105 sconres 116 A concurrent resolution concerning the New Tribes Mission hostage crisis. International Affairs 1998-09-10 1998-09-10 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the President and his emissaries should raise the kidnapping of Mark Rich, David Mankins, and Rick Tenenoff of the New Tribes Mission and other American victims in Colombia to all relevant foreign governments, nongovernmental organizations, and religious institutions at every opportunity until a favorable outcome is achieved; (2) the President and the Secretary of State should offer reward money for information leading to the release of the named hostages; (3) the President and his emissaries should urge the cooperation of the new President of Colombia to assist in the publication of the reward information; (4) the international community should encourage groups believed to have information on this case to come forward; and (5) all appropriate information obtained should be turned over in a timely basis to the New Tribes Mission crisis response team. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-114 105 sconres 114 A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives. Congress 1998-07-30 1998-07-31 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 0 Provides for a recess or an adjournment of the Senate on July 31 or August 1 or 2 until August 31 or September 1, 1998, and an adjournment of the House of Representatives from August 7 until September 9, 1998. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-115 105 sconres 115 A concurrent resolution to authorize the printing of copies of the publication entitled "The United States Capitol" as a Senate document. Congress 1998-07-30 1998-09-14 On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 0 Provides for the printing of the revised edition of the publication entitled "The United States Capitol" as a Senate document. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-113 105 sconres 113 A concurrent resolution to rename the Document Door of the Capitol as the Chestnut-Gibson Memorial Door. Commemorations 1998-07-28 1998-07-28 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO] CO R C000077 0 Renames the Document Door of the U.S. Capitol, located on the first floor of the East Front, as the Chestnut-Gibson Memorial Door in honor of Officer Jacob Joseph Chestnut and Detective John Michael Gibson. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
105-sconres-110 105 sconres 110 A concurrent resolution honoring the memory of Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut of the United States Capitol Police for their selfless acts of heroism at the United States Capitol on July 24, 1998. Commemorations 1998-07-27 1998-09-10 See also H.CON.RES. 311. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 99 Declares that the Congress honors the memory of Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut of the U.S. Capitol Police for the selfless acts of heroism they displayed on July 24, 1998, in sacrificing their lives in the line of duty so that others might live. Provides that, when the Senate and the House of Representatives adjourn on this date, they shall do so out of respect for the memory of Officers Gibson and Chestnut. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-111 105 sconres 111 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a memorial service for Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut of the United States Capitol Police, and for other purposes. Commemorations 1998-07-27 1998-09-10 See also H.CON.RES. 310. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 99 Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a memorial service for Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut of the U.S. Capitol Police. Directs the Architect of the Capitol to place a plaque in honor of the memory of Officers Gibson and Chestnut at an appropriate site in the U.S. Capitol, with the approval of the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate. Directs the Sergeant at Arms of the House of Representatives to make arrangements for funeral services for Officers Gibson and Chestnut, including payments for travel expenses of immediate family members, and for expenses incurred by Members of the House of Representatives in attending such services. Directs the Chief Administrative Officer of the House of Representatives to pay survivor's gratuities to the widows of Officers Gibson and Chestnut. Expresses the sense of the Congress that there should be established under law a U.S. Capitol Police Memorial Fund for the surviving spouses and children of members of the U.S. Capitol Police who are slain in the line of duty. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-112 105 sconres 112 A concurrent resolution to authorize the printing of the eulogies of the Senate and the House of Representatives for Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut. Commemorations 1998-07-27 1998-07-27 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 2 Authorizes the printing of the eulogies of the Senate and the House of Representatives for Detective John Michael Gibson and Private First Class Jacob Joseph Chestnut. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-109 105 sconres 109 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that executive departments and agencies must maintain the division of governmental responsibilities between the national government and the States that was intended by the framers of the Constitution, and must ensure that the principles of federalism established by the framers guide the executive departments and agencies in the fourmulation and implementation of policies. Government Operations and Politics 1998-07-23 1998-07-23 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Coverdell, Paul [R-GA] GA R C000813 4 Calls for executive agencies, when formulating and implementing policies that have federalism implications, to: (1) strictly adhere to constitutional principles and closely examine the constitutional and statutory authority supporting any Federal action that would limit the policy making direction of the States; (2) take Federal action limiting the policy making discretion of the States only where constitutional authority for the action is clear and certain and the national activity is necessitated by the presence of a problem of national scope; (3) recognize the distinction between problems of national scope and problems that are merely common to the States; (4) recognize that constitutional authority for Federal action is clear and certain only when authority for the action may be found in a specific provision of the Constitution, when there is no provision in the Constitution prohibiting Federal action, and when the action does not encroach upon authority reserved to the States; (5) encourage States to develop their own policies to achieve program objectives and to work with officials in other States; (6) refrain from establishing uniform, national standards for programs and, when possible, defer to the States to establish standards; and (7) consult with officials and organizations representing the States in developing national standards when required. States that: (1) the national Government should grant the States the maximum administration discretion possible with respect to national policies administered by the States; and (2) intrusive Federal oversight of State administration is neither necessary nor desirable. Calls for observation of the following special requirements for preemption of State law: (1) agencies should construe a Federal statute to preempt only when it contains an express preemption provision, when there is some other firm and palpable evidence compelling the conclusion that the Congress intended preemption, or when the exercise of State authority directly conflicts with the exercise … 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-108 105 sconres 108 A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, and for other purposes. Health 1998-07-17 1998-07-17 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND] ND D D000432 26 Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the enactment of the National Heart Act and the creation of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-107 105 sconres 107 A concurrent resolution affirming U.S. commitments under the Taiwan Relations Act. International Affairs 1998-07-07 1998-07-14 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 28 Declares that the Congress affirms: (1) its longstanding commitment to Taiwan in accordance with the Taiwan Relations Act; (2) its expectation that the future of Taiwan will be determined by peaceful means and that it considers any effort to determine Taiwan's future by other than peaceful means a threat to the peace and security of the Western Pacific and of grave concern to the United States; (3) its commitment to make available to Taiwan such defense articles and services as may be necessary to enable Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability; and (4) its commitment that only the President and Congress shall determine the nature and quantity of defense articles and services needed by Taiwan. Urges the President to seek a public renunciation by the People's Republic of China of any use of force, or threat to use force, against democratic Taiwan. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-106 105 sconres 106 A concurrent resolution to commend the Library of Congress for 200 years of outstanding service to Congress and the Nation, and to encourage activities to commemorate the bicentennial annversary of the Library of Congress. Commemorations 1998-06-25 1998-07-14 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 2 Commends the Library of Congress on 200 years of service to the Congress and the Nation, and encourages the American public to participate in activities to commemorate the Library's bicentennial. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-105 105 sconres 105 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the culpability of Slobodan Milosevic for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide in the former Yugoslavia, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1998-06-24 1998-09-14 A similar measure H. Con. Res. 304 was laid on the table without objection. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 16 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) publicly declare that it considers there to be reason to believe that Slobodan Milosevic, President of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, has committed war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide; (2) make collection of information that can be supplied to the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia for use as evidence to support his indictment and trial a high priority; (3) provide a fair share of any additional financial or personnel resources that may be required by the Tribunal for the adjudication of Milosevic and others arising from the conflict in the former Yugoslavia; (4) engage in a discussion with other members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and interested states of information any such state may hold regarding such matters and of measures to be taken to apprehend persons indicted for war crimes and crimes against humanity; and (5) urge the Tribunal to promptly review all information relating to Milosevic's possible criminal culpability, with a view toward prompt issuance of a public indictment. 2025-04-07T15:23:39Z  
105-sconres-104 105 sconres 104 A concurrent resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the integration of the Armed Forces. Commemorations 1998-06-19 1998-06-22 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Moseley-Braun, Carol [D-IL] IL D M001025 1 Commends the U.S. armed forces for its efforts, leadership, and success in providing equality of treatment and opportunity. Recognizes the commemoration by the Department of Defense on July 24, 1998, of the 50th anniversary of the integration of the armed forces. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-103 105 sconres 103 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress in support of the recommendations of the International Commission of Jurists on Tibet and on United States policy with regard to Tibet. International Affairs 1998-06-10 1998-09-18 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 11 Expresses grave concern regarding the findings of the December 1997 International Commission of Jurists report on Tibet concerning religious and cultural repression in Tibet. Supports report recommendations that call on: (1) the People's Republic of China to enter into discussions with the Dalai Lama on a solution to the question of Tibet, to ensure respect for the fundamental human rights of the Tibetan people, to end practices which threaten to erode the distinct cultural, religious, and national identity of the Tibetan people, and to cease policies which result in the movement of Chinese people to Tibetan territory; (2) the United Nations General Assembly to resume its debate on the question of Tibet; and (3) the Dalai Lama to enter into discussions with the Chinese Government on a solution to the question of Tibet. Commends: (1) the appointment by the Secretary of State of a U.S. Special Coordinator for Tibetan Issues; and (2) the President for publicly urging President Jiang Zemin, during their recent summit meeting in Beijing, to engage in dialogue with the Dalai Lama. Calls on: (1) the People's Republic of China to release from detention the nine-year old Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, to his home in Tibet from which he was taken on May 17,1995, and to allow him to pursue his religious studies; and (2) the President to continue to work to secure an agreement to begin substantive negotiations between the People's Republic of China and the Dalai Lama. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-101 105 sconres 101 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President of the United States should reconsider his decision to be formally received in Tiananmen Square by the Government of the People's Republic of China. International Affairs 1998-06-04 1998-06-04 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Abraham, Spencer [R-MI] MI R A000355 7 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should reconsider his decision to be formally received in Tiananmen Square until the Government of the People's Republic of China acknowledges the Tiananmen Square massacre, pledges that such atrocities will never happen again, and releases those Chinese students still imprisoned for supporting freedom and democracy that day. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-102 105 sconres 102 A concurrent resolution recognizing disabled American veterans. Commemorations 1998-06-04 1998-06-11 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] WV D R000361 3 Authorizes Disabled American Veterans to sponsor a public event on the West Front Lawn of the Capitol on June 16 and 17, 1998, to announce the donation of 147 vans to the Department of Veterans Affairs. 2025-04-07T15:23:27Z  
105-sconres-100 105 sconres 100 A concurrent resolution regarding American victims of terrorism. International Affairs 1998-06-02 1998-06-02 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should demand the prosecution of all suspected perpetrators of Palestinian terrorist attacks against U.S. citizens and should seek the cooperation of the Palestinian Authority and all other appropriate authorities in the prosecution of these cases; and (2) the suspects should be tried in the United States unless it is determined that such action is contrary to effective prosecution. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-99 105 sconres 99 A concurrent resolution authorizing the flying of the POW/MIA flag. Commemorations 1998-05-22 1998-05-22 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 0 Requires, in conformance with a provision of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1998, the display of the POW-MIA flag at the U.S. Capitol to begin at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, 1998. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-98 105 sconres 98 A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Congress 1998-05-21 1998-05-22 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 0 Provides for a recess or an adjournment of the Senate from May 21, 22, 23, or 24, 1998, until June 1, 1998, and a recess of the House of Representatives from May 22 or 23, 1998, until June 3, 1998. 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-97 105 sconres 97 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress concerning the human rights and humanitarian situation facing the women and girls of Afghanistan. International Affairs 1998-05-18 1998-07-30 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 8 Condemns: (1) the continued human rights violations by all parties and factions in Afghanistan; (2) targeted discrimination against women and girls; and (3) the use of rape or other forms of systematic gender discrimination by any party or faction in Afghanistan as an instrument of war. Calls on all Afghan parties to: (1) respect international norms and standards of human rights; (2) end gender-based discrimination and deprivation of women's human rights; and (3) ensure the effective participation of women in civil, political, and social life throughout the country, the right of women and girls to an education without discrimination, respect for the right of women to physical security, that those responsible for physical attacks on women are brought to justice, respect for freedom of movement of women, and effective access for women to health care and equal access to health facilities. Supports the work of nongovernmental organizations advocating respect for human rights in Afghanistan and an improvement in the status of women and their access to humanitarian and development assistance and programs. Calls on the international community to provide adequate humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan and Afghan refugees in neighboring countries pending their voluntary repatriation. Requests all Afghan parties to lift the restrictions imposed on international aid and to cease any action which may prevent or impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance. Welcomes the appointment of Ambassador Lakhdar Brahimi as special envoy of the United Nations Secretary General for Afghanistan. Encourages U.N. efforts to produce a durable peace in Afghanistan consistent with the goal of a broad-based national government respectful of human rights. Calls on all warring parties and factions to participate with Ambassador Brahimi in an intra-Afghan dialogue regarding the peace process. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President and the Secretary of State should: (1) work with the U.N. High Commissioner of R… 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-96 105 sconres 96 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a postage stamp should be issued honoring Oskar Schindler. Commemorations 1998-05-14 1998-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security. Senate Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] NJ D L000123 2 Declares that the U.S. Postal Service should issue a postage stamp honoring the life of Oskar Schindler. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-95 105 sconres 95 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to promoting coverage of individuals under long-term care insurance. Health 1998-05-12 1998-05-12 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 10 Expresses the sense of the Congress regarding promoting coverage of individuals under long-term care insurance. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-94 105 sconres 94 A concurrent resolution supporting the religious tolerance toward Muslims. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1998-05-06 1998-05-06 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Abraham, Spencer [R-MI] MI R A000355 12 Declares that the Congress: (1) condemns anti-Muslim intolerance and discrimination; (2) while respecting and upholding free speech, acknowledges that individuals and organizations fostering intolerance create an atmosphere of hatred and fear; (3) resolves to uphold a level of political discourse that does not involve scapegoating an entire religion or drawing political conclusions from religious doctrine; and (4) recognizes the contributions of American Muslims. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-93 105 sconres 93 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to documentation requirements for physicians who submit claims to Medicare for office visits and for other evaluation and management services. Health 1998-05-04 1998-05-04 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Torricelli, Robert G. [D-NJ] NJ D T000317 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Health Care Financing Administration should: (1) further postpone its plans to implement the documentation guidelines for evaluation and management services, as currently constituted; (2) continue consultation with organizations representing physicians on how to reduce the complexity of any such guidelines before their use by Medicare or its agents in review of claims; (3) conduct a pilot study of any such documentation requirements before use in audits and other review activities; and (4) assure that any such documentation guidelines, if applied by Medicare or its agents in review activities, contribute to quality care and do not detract from good patient care by requiring physicians to spend undue time documenting their services (at the expense of spending less time with patients) or lead to sanctions being imposed for unintentional coding and documentation errors. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-92 105 sconres 92 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the collection of demographic, social, and economic data as part of the 2000 decennial census of population. Government Operations and Politics 1998-04-29 1998-04-29 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Torricelli, Robert G. [D-NJ] NJ D T000317 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Commerce should ensure that: (1) the 2000 decennial census of population include the administration of a long-form questionnaire; (2) the content of such questionnaire include, at a minimum, specified subjects sent to the Congress by the Census Bureau on March 31, 1997; and (3) a sufficient number of households receive such questionnaire to ensure the availability of reliable data for small geographic areas. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-91 105 sconres 91 A bill expressing the sense of the Congress that a postage stamp should be issued to commemorate the life of George Washington and his contributions to the Nation. Commemorations 1998-04-24 1998-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 3 Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend and the Postal Service to issue a postage stamp to commemorate the life and contributions of George Washington. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-90 105 sconres 90 A concurrent resolution to acknowledge the Historic Northern Ireland Peace Agreement. International Affairs 1998-04-23 1998-04-27 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 11 Expresses congratulations and gratitude to the participants in, and supporters of, the negotiations resulting in the Northern Ireland Peace Agreement, particularly British Prime Minister Tony Blair, Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern, President Clinton, and Senator George Mitchell. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-89 105 sconres 89 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Nation must place greater emphasis on helping young Americans to develop habits of good character that are essential to their own well-being and to that of our communities. Families 1998-04-03 1998-04-03 Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources. Senate Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] TN R F000439 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that it: (1) supports and encourages character building initiatives in schools across the Nation; and (2) urges colleges and universities to affirm that the development of character is one of the primary goals of higher education. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
105-sconres-88 105 sconres 88 A concurrent resolution calling on Japan to have an open, competitive market for consumer photographic film and paper and other sectors facing market access barriers in Japan. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1998-04-02 1998-07-17 Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 18 Calls upon the Government of Japan to: (1) live up to the standards it has set for open competitive markets; and (2) fully support the representations that it made to a dispute settlement panel of the World Trade Organization regarding deregulation, transparency, nondiscrimination, open distribution systems, and vigorous enforcement of competition laws with respect to consumer photographic film and paper as well as other sectors, such as autos and auto parts, glass, paper and wood products, and telecommunications, that face similar market access barriers there. Urges the President, the United States Trade Representative, and other appropriate officers of the executive branch to exercise fully existing authority to achieve these objectives. Requests the President to report to the Congress at least semiannually on access to Japanese markets for consumer photographic film and paper. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-87 105 sconres 87 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of S. 419. Congress 1998-03-25 1998-04-01 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Jeffords, James M. [R-VT] VT R J000072 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 419 (birth defects prevention). 2025-01-02T17:52:01Z  
105-sconres-86 105 sconres 86 An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal years 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 and revising the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 1998. Economics and Public Finance 1998-03-20 1998-06-15 Senate agreed to companion measure H.CON.RES. 284 in lieu of this measure by Unanimous Consent. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 0 TABLE OF CONTENTS: Title I: Levels and Amounts Title II: Budgetary Restraints and Rulemaking Title III: Sense of Congress and the Senate Sets forth the congressional budget for the Government for FY 1999, including the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 2000 through 2003, and revised budgetary levels for FY 1998. Title I: Levels and Amounts - Lists recommended budgetary levels and amounts, for FY 1998 through 2003, with respect to: (1) Federal revenues; (2) new budget authority; (3) budget outlays; (4) deficits; and (5) public debt. (Sec. 102) Sets forth for such fiscal years specified amounts of revenues and outlays of the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and the Federal Disability Insurance Trust Fund. (Sec. 103) Lists the appropriate levels of new budget authority and budget outlays for specified major functional categories for FY 1998 through 2003. Title II: Budgetary Restraints and Rulemaking - Authorizes the Senate to reduce revenue and spending aggregates and allocations only for legislation that reduces revenues by providing family tax relief and incentives to stimulate savings, investment, job creation, and economic growth, if such legislation will not increase the deficit or reduce the surplus for: (1) FY 1999; (2) the period of FY 1999 through 2003; or (3) the period of FY 2004 through 2008. (Sec. 202) Authorizes the Senate to increase revenue aggregates for legislation which reserves the Federal share of receipts from tobacco legislation only for the Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund. (Sec. 203) Permits the Senate to increase revenue and spending aggregates and allocations only for legislation that reauthorizes and reforms the Superfund program to facilitate the cleanup of hazardous waste sites if such legislation will not increase the deficit or reduce the surplus for: (1) FY 1999; (2) the period of FY 1999 through 2003; or (3) the period of FY 2004 through 2008. Authorizes increased aggregates, allocations, and outlays in the case of a reported Senate b… 2025-04-07T15:33:40Z  
105-sconres-85 105 sconres 85 A concurrent resolution calling for an end to the violent repression of the people of Kosovo. International Affairs 1998-03-18 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Nickles, Don [R-OK] OK R N000102 14 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) condemn the Serbian Government controlled by Slobodan Milosevic for gross human rights violations against its citizens; (2) condemn any terrorist actions by any group or individual in Kosovo; (3) freeze funds of the Governments of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and Serbia if the Serbian Government fails to comply by March 25, 1998, with the terms set forth by the Contact Group (the six-nation group established to monitor the situation in the former Yugoslavia); (4) demand that the Serbian Government and the ethnic Albanian leadership and representatives of all ethnic and religious groups in Kosovo immediately begin unconditional talks to achieve a peaceful resolution to the Kosovo conflict and to provide for the exercise of the legitimate civil and political rights of all persons in Kosovo; and (5) demand that international human rights monitors be allowed to return immediately to Kosovo to be able to report on all human rights violations. Calls for the international community to respond affirmatively to the call of the Contact Group for the imposition of broad-based sanctions against the Serbian Government if it fails to prevent additional atrocities by the police and paramilitary units under its control or does not otherwise comply immediately with the terms set forth by that Group. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-84 105 sconres 84 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Government of Costa Rica should take steps to protect the lives of property owners in Costa Rica, and for other purpeses. International Affairs 1998-03-17 1998-03-17 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kempthorne, Dirk [R-ID] ID R K000088 17 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Government of Costa Rica should: (1) consider fundamental reform to protect the property rights and lives of all law-abiding residents and property owners of Costa Rica from acts of intimidation, violence, and property invasion; and (2) conduct a complete investigation into the death of Max Dalton (a U.S. citizen who was murdered in a dispute with squatters illegally occupying his property in the Pavones region of that country). 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-82 105 sconres 82 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress concerning the worldwide trafficking of persons, that has a disproportionate impact on women and girls, and is condemned by the international community as a violation of fundamental human rights. International Affairs 1998-03-10 1998-08-25 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 531. Senate Sen. Wellstone, Paul D. [D-MN] MN D W000288 14 Expresses the sense of the Congress that trafficking: (1) consists of all acts involved in the recruitment or transportation of persons within or across borders involving deception, coercion or force, abuse of authority, debt bondage, or fraud, for the purpose of placing persons in situations of abuse or exploitation; and (2) involves kidnapping, false imprisonment, rape, battering, forced labor, or slavery-like practices which violate fundamental human rights. Calls for the Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women to report to the Congress on: (1) prosecutions in the past five years under specified provisions of the Federal criminal code (including provisions concerning conspiracy to commit offenses against the United States, blackmail, and kidnapping) and the Immigration and Nationality Act and under provisions governing the mail-order bride business, to be disaggregated by convictions, acquittals, sentencing, case name, number, courts, and other similar or relevant information; (2) the successes or difficulties experienced in promoting interagency cooperation, cooperation between local, State, and Federal authorities, and cooperation with nongovernmental organizations; (3) the treatment and services provided and the disposition of trafficking cases in the criminal justice system; and (4) legal and administrative barriers to more effective governmental responses. Calls for trafficking victims to be provided with support services and incentives to testify. Calls on the Secretary of State to: (1) develop curricula and conduct training for consular officers on the prevalence and risks of trafficking and the rights of victims; and (2) develop and disperse to visa seekers written materials describing the potential risks of trafficking. Commends the Department of State and the European Union for their joint initiative to promote awareness of the problem of trafficking throughout countries of origin in Eastern Europe and the independent states of the former Soviet Union. Urges their continued efforts… 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-83 105 sconres 83 A concurrent resolution remembering the life of George Washington and his contributions to the Nation. Commemorations 1998-03-10 1998-10-16 Referred to the Subcommittee on Civil Service. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 57 Calls for commemoration of the death of George Washington. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-81 105 sconres 81 A concurrent resolution honoring the Berlin Airlift and commending the Berlin Sculpture Fund. Commemorations 1998-03-09 1998-07-14 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Coverdell, Paul [R-GA] GA R C000813 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the Berlin Airlift, which marks its 50th anniversary of commencement in June 1998, is one of the most significant events in post-war European history; and (2) the Berlin Sculpture Fund should be commended for commemorating the anniversary by presenting to the citizens of the Federal Republic of Germany a gift of representational art, funded by private subscriptions from U.S. citizens. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-80 105 sconres 80 A concurrent resolution urging that the railroad industry, including rail labor, management and retiree organization, open discussions for adequately funding an amendment to the Railroad Retirement Act of 1974 to modify the guaranteed minimum benefit for widows and widowers whose annuities are converted from a spouse to a widow or widower annuity. Labor and Employment 1998-03-05 1998-03-05 Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources. Senate Sen. Moseley-Braun, Carol [D-IL] IL D M001025 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that it recognizes: (1) the concern of the railroad industry that the widow's and widower's annuity under the current system is inadequate; and (2) that a process of dialogue must take place among all parties of the railroad community, including rail labor, management, and retiree organizations, before railroad annuity legislation can be enacted. Urges all parties to find a way to fund an amendment that would improve the survivor benefits component to the Railroad Retirement Act of 1974. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
105-sconres-79 105 sconres 79 A concurrent resolution to commend the bravery and honor of the citizens of Remy, France, for their actions with respect to Lieutenant Houston Braly and to recognize the efforts of the 364th Fighter Group to raise funds to restore the stained glass windows of a church in Remy. Commemorations 1998-03-04 1998-03-04 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 4 Commends the bravery and honor of the citizens of Remy, France, for their actions with respect to the American fighter pilot Lieutenant Houston Braly during and after August 1944. Recognizes the efforts of the surviving members of the U.S. 364th Fighter Group to raise funds to restore the stained glass windows of Remy's 13th century church. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-78 105 sconres 78 A concurrent resolution relating to the indictment and prosecution of Saddam Hussein for war crimes and other crimes against humanity. International Affairs 1998-03-02 1998-03-16 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 11 Requests the President: (1) to call for the creation of a United Nations (UN) commission to establish an international record of the criminal culpability of Saddam Hussein and other Iraqi officials; (2) to call for the UN to form an international criminal tribunal for the purpose of indicting, prosecuting, and imprisoning Hussein and other Iraqi officials who may be found responsible for crimes against humanity, genocide, and other violations of international humanitarian law; and (3) upon the creation of such a commission and tribunal, to take steps necessary, including the reprogramming of funds, to ensure U.S. support for efforts to bring Saddam Hussein and other Iraqi officials to justice. 2025-04-07T15:34:02Z  
105-sconres-76 105 sconres 76 A concurrent resolution enforcing the embargo on the export of oil from Iraq. International Affairs 1998-02-12 1998-02-12 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] AK R M001085 0 Declares that the Congress: (1) condemns the continued threat to international peace and security posed by Iraq's refusal to meet its international obligations and end its weapons of mass destruction programs; (2) urges the administration to oppose any further weakening of economic sanctions including extension of, or expansion of, UN Security Council Resolution 986; (3) urges the President to propose to the UN Security Council measures to significantly tighten the international embargo on the sale of Iraqi oil, including efforts to strengthen the Multilateral Interdiction Force and inspection operations near the Port of Basra; (4) urges the President to enter into negotiations with oil producing Gulf nations to encourage them to make subsidized oil sales to Jordan; and (5) urges the President, 30 days before the UN is authorized to consider renewing Iraq's authority to export oil, to report to the Congress a detailed accounting for the disposition of the proceeds of UN authorized sales of Iraqi oil. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-77 105 sconres 77 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal government should acknowledge the importance of at-home parents and should not discriminate against families who forego a second income in order for a mother or father to be at home with their children. Families 1998-02-12 1998-03-04 Star Print ordered on the Concurrent Resolution. Senate Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] AL R S001141 29 Declares that the Congress recognizes that: (1) parents choose many legitimate forms of child care to meet their individual needs; (2) child care needs of at-home parents and working parents should be given careful consideration by the Congress; and (3) any quality child care proposal should reflect careful consideration of providing financial relief for those families where there is an at-home parent. Calls for no bias against at-home parents, and recognizes and applauds their sacrifices and efforts. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
105-sconres-74 105 sconres 74 A bill expressing the sense of the Congress relating to the European Union's ban of United States beef and the World Trade Organization's ruling concerning that ban. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1998-02-11 1998-02-11 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] IA R G000386 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States expects the European Union to immediately comply with the ruling of the World Trade Organization (WTO) that the European Union's ban of U.S. beef is in violation of the WTO's Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures, and grant U.S. beef producers access to the European market; and (2) the United States Trade Representative should take immediate action to open European markets to U.S. beef producers in the event the European Union fails to comply with the WTO's ruling. 2025-01-14T18:59:41Z  
105-sconres-75 105 sconres 75 A concurrent resolution honoring the sesquicentennial of Wisconsin statehood. Commemorations 1998-02-11 1998-05-13 Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform and Oversight. Senate Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] WI D F000061 52 Declares that the Congress: (1) honors the proud history of Wisconsin statehood; and (2) encourages all Wisconsinites to reflect on the State's distinguished past and look forward to the State's promising future. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-73 105 sconres 73 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the European Union is unfairly restricting the importation of United States agriculture products and the elimination of such restrictions should be a top priority in trade negotiations with the European Union. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1998-02-10 1998-05-29 Referred to the Subcommittee on Trade. Senate Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] KS R B000953 3 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the European Union unfairly restricts the importation of U.S. agricultural products; (2) the elimination of such restrictions should be a top priority of any current or future trade negotiations between the United States and the European Union; and (3) the U.S. Trade Representative should not engage in any trade negotiations with the European Union that undermine U.S. ability to achieve such elimination. 2025-04-07T15:23:24Z  
105-sconres-72 105 sconres 72 A concurrent resolution honoring the centennial celebration of the University of Kansas basketball program and the contributions of the program to the sport of basketball and of the coaches, players, and 500 lettermen, who have achieved success and made significant contributions on and off the basketball court. Commemorations 1998-02-04 1998-02-04 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Roberts, Pat [R-KS] KS R R000307 1 Honors the 100 years of basketball history at the University of Kansas and the players, coaches, alumni, and fans of the Jayhawks who have participated in the basketball program throughout the years. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
105-sconres-71 105 sconres 71 A concurrent resolution condemning Iraq's threat to international peace and security. International Affairs 1998-01-28 1998-01-28 Submitted in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 303. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 52 Condemns the continued threat to international peace and security posed by Iraq's refusal to meet its international obligations and end its weapons of mass destruction programs. Urges the President to: (1) take all necessary and appropriate actions to respond to such threat; and (2) work with the Congress in furthering a long-term policy aimed at definitively ending such threat. 2025-04-07T15:31:31Z  
105-sconres-68 105 sconres 68 A concurrent resolution to adjourn sine die the first session of the One Hundred Fifth Congress. Congress 1997-11-13 1997-11-13 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] MS R L000447 0 Provides for the sine die adjournment of the House of Representatives and of the Senate on November 13 or 14, 1997. 2025-01-02T17:52:00Z  
105-sconres-69 105 sconres 69 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of the bill S. 830. Congress 1997-11-13 1997-11-13 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. Jeffords, James M. [R-VT] VT R J000072 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 830 (regulation of drugs, devices, and food). 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-70 105 sconres 70 A concurrent resolution to correct a technical error in the enrollment of the bill S.1026. Congress 1997-11-13 1997-11-13 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 0 Makes a technical correction in the enrollment of S. 1026 (reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank of the United States). 2025-01-02T17:52:00Z  
105-sconres-67 105 sconres 67 A consurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the museum entitled "The Women's Museum: An Institute for the Future"' in Dallas, Texas, be designated as millennium project for the United States. Arts, Culture, Religion 1997-11-09 1997-12-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Youth and Families. Senate Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] TX R H001016 7 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) The Women's Museum: An Institute for the Future, in Dallas, Texas, should be designated as a millenium project for the United States; and (2) Federal agencies and institutions should support the establishment and operation of the Museum. 2025-07-21T19:44:15Z  
105-sconres-66 105 sconres 66 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment os S. 399. Congress 1997-11-08 1997-11-09 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] AZ R M000303 0 Makes a correction in the enrollment of S. 399 (environmental conflict resolution and training). 2025-01-02T17:52:00Z  
105-sconres-64 105 sconres 64 A concurrent resolution providing for corrections to be made in the enrollment of H.R. 1119. Congress 1997-11-06 1997-11-06 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 1119 (Department of Defense authorization). 2025-01-02T17:52:00Z  
105-sconres-65 105 sconres 65 A concurrent resolution calling for a United States effort to end restriction on the freedoms and human rights of the enclaved people in the occupied area of Cyprus. International Affairs 1997-11-06 1997-11-06 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] ME R S000663 33 Urges the President to undertake efforts to end restrictions on the freedoms and human rights of the enclaved people of Cyprus. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-61 105 sconres 61 A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of a revised edition of the publication entitled "Our Flag". Congress 1997-11-05 1997-11-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 1 Provides for the printing of a revised edition of the publication entitled "Our Flag" as a Senate document. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-62 105 sconres 62 A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of the brochure entitled "How Our Laws Are Made". Congress 1997-11-05 1997-11-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 1 Provides for the printing of a revised edition of the brochure entitled "How Our Laws Are Made" as a Senate document. 2025-01-02T17:52:02Z  
105-sconres-63 105 sconres 63 A concurrent resolution authorizing printing of the pamphlet entitled "The Constitution of the United States of America". Congress 1997-11-05 1997-11-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] VA R W000154 1 Provides for the printing of a revised edition of the pamphlet entitled "The Constitution of the United States of America" as a Senate document. 2025-01-02T17:51:46Z  
105-sconres-60 105 sconres 60 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of efforts to foster friendship and cooperation between the United States and Mongolia, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1997-11-04 1998-10-21 Referred to House Ways and Means Senate Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] AZ R M000303 1 Supports: (1) efforts by the United States and Mongolia to use the resources of their respective countries to strengthen political, economic, educational, and cultural ties between the two countries; (2) future contacts between such countries in such a manner as will benefit the parliamentary, judicial, and political institutions of Mongolia; (3) efforts of the Mongolia parliament to establish United States-Mongolia Friendship Day; and (4) an exchange of ideas and information with respect to such efforts between Mongolia and U.S. scientists. Confirms the U.S. commitment to an independent, sovereign, secure, and democratic Mongolia. Encourages Mongolia's efforts: (1) to develop its democratic and free market institutions; and (2) toward economic development that is compatible with environmental protection. Commends: (1) Mongolia for its foresight in environmental protection through the Biodiversity Conservation Action Plan (and encourages Mongolia to obtain the goals illustrated in the plan); and (2) Mongolia's efforts to strengthen civilian control over the Mongolia military through parliamentary oversight (and recommends that Mongolia be admitted into the Partnership for Peace initiative at the earliest opportunity). Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) support Mongolia, through the U.S. vote in international financial institutions and in the administration of U.S. bilateral assistance programs, in its efforts to expand economic opportunity through free market structures and policies; (2) assist Mongolia in its efforts to integrate itself into international economic structures, such as the World Trade Organization; and (3) promote efforts to increase commercial investment in Mongolia by U.S. business and promote policies which will increase economic cooperation and development between the United States and Mongolia. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-59 105 sconres 59 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the human rights situation in the Republic of Turkey in light of that country's desire to host the next summit meeting of the heads of state or government of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE). International Affairs 1997-10-31 1997-10-31 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) hosting a summit of the heads of state or government of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) should be reserved for participating states that have demonstrated steadfast support for Helsinki principles and standards, particularly respect for human rights; (2) the United States should refuse to give consensus to any proposal that Turkey serve as the venue for such a summit meeting until the Turkish Government has demonstrably improved implementation of its OSCE commitments, including action to address human rights concerns; (3) the United States should encourage the development of genuine democracy in Turkey; and (4) the President should report to the Congress by April 15, 1998, on any improvement in Turkey's human rights record. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-58 105 sconres 58 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress over Russia's newly passed religion law. International Affairs 1997-10-30 1997-11-09 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Grams, Rod [R-MN] MN R G000367 2 Condemns the newly passed Russian law restricting freedom of religion and violating international norms, treaties to which the Russian Federation is a signatory, and the Russian Constitution. Calls upon: (1) President Clinton to make clear to President Yeltsin and the Russian legislature the U.S. position that such law may seriously harm U.S.-Russian relations; (2) President Yeltsin and the Russian legislature to uphold their international commitments on human rights, abide by the Russian Constitution's guarantee of freedom of religion, and reconsider their position by amending the law and lifting all restrictions on freedom of religion; and (3) all governments and legislatures of the independent states of the former Soviet Union to respect religious human rights and resist efforts to adopt the discriminatory Russian law. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-57 105 sconres 57 A concurrent resolution expressing the policy of Congress regarding the state visit of President Jiang Zemin of the People's Republic of China. International Affairs 1997-10-27 1997-10-27 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Mack, Connie, III [R-FL] FL R M000019 3 Declares that it is U.S. policy with respect to the People's Republic of China to: (1) encourage freedom and democracy in China; (2) deter the Chinese Government from engaging in activities that are contrary to U.S. national security interests and the peace and security of the Asian Pacific region; (3) encourage such Government to make progress towards improving overall human rights conditions in China and Tibet and to channel its emerging power and influence along paths that are conducive to peace, stability, and development in the region; and (4) support integration of China into the community of nations. Urges President Clinton to communicate U.S. policy to President Jiang during their summit meeting and to demand that China immediately cease: (1) persecuting Chinese Christians; (2) coercive population control practices; (3) efforts to subvert the American political process; (4) nonreciprocal tariff and nontariff barriers relating to U.S. imports; (5) resistance to transparency in its trade practices; (6) exports to the United States of products made with prison labor; (7) activities leading to proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and advanced ballistic missile technology; and (8) evasion of U.S. export controls and other laws. Reaffirms the policy promulgated in the Taiwan Relations Act and insists that such Act be fully implemented by the President. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-56 105 sconres 56 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the ceremony honoring Leslie Townes (Bob) Hope by conferring upon him the status of an honorary veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States. Commemorations 1997-10-22 1997-10-23 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 0 Authorizes use of the rotunda of the Capitol on October 29, 1997, for a ceremony to honor Leslie Townes (Bob) Hope by conferring upon him the status of an honorary veteran of the U.S. armed forces. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-54 105 sconres 54 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the United States Postal Service should maintain the postal uniform allowance program. Government Operations and Politics 1997-10-21 1998-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security. Senate Sen. DeWine, Mike [R-OH] OH R D000294 2 Calls upon the U.S. Postal Service to maintain its current Postal Uniform Allowance Program and make necessary improvements, rather than implement a centralized, single-vendor program. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-55 105 sconres 55 A concurrent resolution declaring the annual memorial service sponsored by the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Service Board of Directors to honor emergency medical services personnel to be the "National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Service." Commemorations 1997-10-21 1997-10-21 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Gregg, Judd [R-NH] NH R G000445 15 Declares the annual memorial service sponsored by the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Service Board of Directors to honor emergency medical services personnel who have died in the line of duty to be the National Emergency Medical Services Memorial Service. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-53 105 sconres 53 A concurrent resolution commending Dr. Jason C. Hu, Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States. Commemorations 1997-09-19 1997-09-19 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] AK R M001085 0 Commends Dr. Jason C. Hu for his service as Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-52 105 sconres 52 A concurrent resolution relating to maintaining the current standard behind the "Made in USA" label, in order to protect consumers and jobs in the United States. Commerce 1997-09-11 1997-09-11 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Hollings, Ernest F. [D-SC] SC D H000725 24 Declares that the Congress: (1) maintains that the standard for the "Made in USA" label should continue to be that a product was all or virtually all made in the United States; and (2) urges the Federal Trade Commission to refrain from lowering the standard at the expense of consumers and jobs in the United States. 2025-04-07T13:47:49Z  
105-sconres-51 105 sconres 51 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding elections for the legislature of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. International Affairs 1997-09-08 1997-09-24 Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 12 Urges Hong Kong Chief Executive C.H. Tung and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region to schedule and conduct elections for the first legislature of the Region according to rules approved by the Hong Kong people through an election-law convention, referendum, or both. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-50 105 sconres 50 A concurrent resolution condemning in the strongest possible terms the bombing in Jerusalem on September 4, 1997. International Affairs 1997-09-04 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Hutchinson, Tim [R-AR] AR R H001015 18 Condemns the bombing in Jerusalem on September 4, 1997, and those responsible for encouraging or inciting such acts. Expresses: (1) condolences to the families of the victims; and (2) solidarity with the people of Israel. Reaffirms that the United States should fully cooperate with Israel in helping to stem the tide of terrorism which has threatened the Oslo peace process and the stability of the region. Affirms that the United States will only provide monetary or other assistance to the Palestinian Authority once it has fulfilled its obligations under the Oslo Accords. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-47 105 sconres 47 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Government should fully participate in EXPO 2000 in the year 2000, in Hanover, Germany, and should encourage the academic community and the private sector in the United States to support this worthwhile undertaking. International Affairs 1997-07-31 1997-07-31 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] IN R L000504 1 Urges the Government to: (1) fully participate in EXPO 2000 in Hannover, Germany; and (2) encourage support from the U.S. academic community and private sector. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-48 105 sconres 48 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding proliferation of missile technology from Russia to Iran. International Affairs 1997-07-31 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Kyl, Jon [R-AZ] AZ R K000352 39 Calls for: (1) the President to demand that the Government of Russia take actions to stop governmental and nongovernmental entities in the Russian Federation from providing missile technology and technical advice to Iran in violation of the Missile Technology Control Regime; (2) the United States, if Russia's response is inadequate, to impose sanctions on the responsible Russian entities in accordance with Executive Order 12938 on the Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction and to reassess cooperative activities with Russia; (3) raising the threshold under current law allowing for the waiver of the prohibition on the release of foreign assistance to Russia; and (4) encouragement of our European allies to take steps to stop such proliferation. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-49 105 sconres 49 A concurrent resolution authorizing use of the Capitol Grounds for "America Recycles Day" national kick-off campaign. Commemorations 1997-07-31 1997-09-10 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] MI D L000261 1 Permits the America Recycles Day campaign and its agents to sponsor a public event on the Capitol grounds on September 30, 1997. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-46 105 sconres 46 An original concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the terrorist bombing in the Jerusalem market on July 30, 1997. International Affairs 1997-07-30 1997-07-30 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 140. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 0 Declares that the Congress expresses: (1) its condolences to the people of Israel for the loss of life and serious injuries suffered in the terrorist bombing in the Jerusalem market on July 30, 1997; (2) the solidarity of the American people with people of Israel; (3) its determination to join with the Israeli Government in fighting terrorism; and (4) its commitment to peace in the Middle East. Urges Yasser Arafat and officials of the Palestinian Authority to: (1) do more to combat terrorism and eliminate terrorist networks in areas under their control; and (2) cooperate more intensively with the Israeli Government in fighting terrorism. Urges all parties to work to end terrorism to promote lasting peace and security in the region. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-45 105 sconres 45 A concurrent resolution commending Dr. Hans Blix for his distinguished service as Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency on the occasion of his retirement. Commemorations 1997-07-29 1997-10-08 Referred to the Subcommittee on International Operations and Human Rights. Senate Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] OH D G000236 2 Commends Dr. Hans Blix for his efforts on behalf of world peace and development on the occasion of his retirement as Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-44 105 sconres 44 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that a postage stamp should be issued to honor the 100th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America. Commemorations 1997-07-28 1998-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on International Security. Senate Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] NJ D L000123 1 Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee of the U.S. Postal Service to recommend and the Postmaster General to issue a postage stamp to honor the 100th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-43 105 sconres 43 A concurrent resolution urging the United States Trade Representative immediately to take all appropriate action with regards to Mexico's imposition of antidumping duties on United States high fructose corn syrup. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1997-07-25 1997-07-31 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] IA R G000386 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that Mexico should: (1) review whether it properly initiated an antidumping investigation into imports of high fructose corn syrup from the United States in conformity with the standards of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Antidumping; and (2) terminate such investigation. Declares that if the United States Trade Representative (USTR) determines that Mexico initiated the investigation in violation of WTO standards, and Mexico does not terminate it, then the USTR should immediately take appropriate measures, including actions pursuant to the dispute settlement provisions of the WTO. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-42 105 sconres 42 A concurrent resolution to authorize the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a congressional ceremony honoring Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. Commemorations 1997-07-24 1997-07-24 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 31 Allows use of the rotunda of the Capitol on October 21, 1997, for a congressional ceremony honoring Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  
105-sconres-40 105 sconres 40 An original concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the OAS-CIAV Mission in Nicaragua. International Affairs 1997-07-17 1997-08-21 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 0 Congratulates Santiago Murray and Sergio Caramagna, the first and current directors, respectively, of the International Support and Verification Commission of the Organization of American States and all members of the Commission team for their defense of human rights, promotion of peaceful conflict resolution, and contribution to the development of freedom and democracy in Nicaragua. Expresses support for the continuation of the role of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Nicaragua described in the resolution passed by the OAS General Assembly in Lima, Peru, on June 4, 1997. 2025-01-23T13:14:35Z  
105-sconres-41 105 sconres 41 An original concurrent resolution calling for a United States initiative seeking a just and peaceful resolution of the situation on Cyprus. International Affairs 1997-07-17 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 0 Reaffirms the view that the status quo on Cyprus is unacceptable and detrimental to U.S. interests. Considers that lasting peace and stability on Cyprus could be best secured by a process of complete demilitarization leading to the withdrawal of all foreign occupation forces, the cessation of foreign arms transfers to Cyprus, and the provision of alternative internationally acceptable and effective security arrangements with guaranteed rights for both communities as negotiated by the parties. Supports the commitment by President Clinton to give increased attention to Cyprus and to make the search for a solution a priority of U.S. foreign policy, as witnessed by the appointment of Ambassador Richard Holbrooke as Special Presidential Emissary for Cyprus. Calls upon the parties to lend their full support and cooperation to U.S., United Nations, and other international efforts to promote resolution of the Cyprus problem: (1) on the basis of international law, the provisions of relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions, and democratic principles, including respect for human rights; and (2) in accordance with the norms and requirements for accession to the European Union. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-39 105 sconres 39 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the German Government should expand and simplify its reparations system, provide reparations to Holocaust survivors in Eastern and Central Europe, and set up a fund to help cover the medical expenses of Holocaust survivors. International Affairs 1997-07-15 1998-01-27 Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 6 Urges the German Government to: (1) expand and simplify its system of reparations so that all Holocaust survivors can receive reparations regardless of their nationality, length or place of internment, or current financial situation; (2) provide reparations to Holocaust survivors in the former Soviet Union and other former Communist countries in Eastern and Central Europe; (3) fulfill its responsibilities to Holocaust victims and immediately set up a comprehensive medical fund to cover the medical expenses of all Holocaust survivors worldwide; and (4) help restore the dignity of such survivors by paying them sufficient reparations to ensure that no Holocaust survivor be forced by poverty to live in conditions worse than those generally enjoyed by the surviving former Nazis who persecuted them. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-38 105 sconres 38 A concurrent resolution to state the sense of the Congress regarding the obligations of the People's Republic of China under the Joint Declaration and the Basic Law to ensure that Hong Kong remains autonomous, the human rights of the people of Hong Kong remain protected, and the government of the Hong Kong SAR is elected democratically. International Affairs 1997-07-10 1997-07-10 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 11 Declares that: (1) President Jiang Zemin's statements constitute a welcome reaffirmation of the obligations of the People's Republic of China under the Joint Declaration and the Basic Law to ensure that Hong Kong remains autonomous, the human rights of its people remain protected, and the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region is elected democratically; and (2) China's fulfillment of these obligations under the terms of the Joint Declaration of the United Kingdom and the People's Republic of China and the Basic Law constitute a crucial test of Beijing's ability to play a responsible global role. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-36 105 sconres 36 A concurrent resolution commemorating the bicentennial of Tunisian-American relations. International Affairs 1997-07-08 1997-07-08 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Breaux, John B. [D-LA] LA D B000780 0 Commemorates the bicentennial of the Tunisian-American Treaty of 1797. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
105-sconres-37 105 sconres 37 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Little League Baseball Incorporated was established to support and develop Little League baseball worldwide and that its international character and activities should be recognized. Sports and Recreation 1997-07-08 1998-04-28 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Coverdell, Paul [R-GA] GA R C000813 0 Calls upon the parliamentary bodies and government officials of other nations, particularly those that participate in Little League baseball, to recognize and celebrate the international character of Little League baseball. 2025-04-07T15:23:39Z  
105-sconres-35 105 sconres 35 A concurrent resolution urging the United States Postal Service to issue a commemorative postage stamp to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the first Women's Rights Convention held in Seneca Falls, New York. Commemorations 1997-06-27 1997-06-27 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 3 Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend and the Postal Service to issue a postage stamp to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the first Women's Rights Convention. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
105-sconres-34 105 sconres 34 A concurrent resolution recognizing the importance of African-American music to global culture and calling on the people of the United States to study, reflect on, and celebrate African-American music. Commemorations 1997-06-20 1997-06-20 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 2 Recognizes the importance of African-American music to global culture. Calls on the people of the United States to study, reflect on, and celebrate African-American music. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-33 105 sconres 33 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National SAFE KIDS Campaign SAFE KIDS Buckle Up Car Seat Check Up. Commemorations 1997-06-17 1998-10-21 Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 1 Permits the National SAFE KIDS Campaign and its auxiliary to sponsor a public event on the Capitol grounds on August 27 and 28, 1997. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
105-sconres-32 105 sconres 32 A concurrent resolution recognizing and commending American airmen held as political prisoners at the Buchenwald concentration camp during World War II for their service, bravery, and, fortitude. Commemorations 1997-06-12 1997-06-12 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hutchinson, Tim [R-AR] AR R H001015 17 Requests the President to issue a proclamation commending the American airmen held as political prisoners at the Buchenwald concentration camp during World War II for their service, bravery, and fortitude. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
105-sconres-31 105 sconres 31 A concurrent resolution concerning the Palestinian Authority and the sale of land to Israelis. International Affairs 1997-06-05 1997-06-05 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 3 Calls upon: (1) the Clinton administration to investigate and report to the Congress on the Palestinian Authority's role in enforcing a policy that selling land to Jews is a crime punishable by death; and (2) the Authority to denounce this policy. Prohibits providing foreign assistance to the Authority until this policy is reversed. 2025-04-07T13:47:40Z  

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