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| bill_id | congress | bill_type | bill_number | title | policy_area | introduced_date ▲ | latest_action_date | latest_action_text | origin_chamber | sponsor_name | sponsor_state | sponsor_party | sponsor_bioguide_id | cosponsor_count | summary_text | update_date | url |
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| 109-sconres-123 | 109 | sconres | 123 | A concurrent resolution providing for correction to the enrollment of the bill H.R. 5946. | Congress | 2006-12-07 | 2006-12-09 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] | AK | R | S000888 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to correct the enrollment of H.R. 5946 (Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Reauthorization Act of 2006) by removing a rule of construction concerning the authority of the Department of Commerce and the Federal Communications Commission. | 2022-02-03T05:30:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-122 | 109 | sconres | 122 | A concurrent resolution urging the Commandant of the Coast Guard to name an appropriate Coast Guard vessel after Coast Guard Petty Officer Third Class Nathan Bruckenthal. | Transportation and Public Works | 2006-12-05 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11200) | Senate | Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] | NY | D | S000148 | 0 | Urges the Commandant of the Coast Guard to name an appropriate Coast Guard vessel after Petty Officer Third Class Nathan Bruckenthal. | 2022-02-03T05:25:54Z | |
| 109-sconres-121 | 109 | sconres | 121 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that joint custody laws for fit parents should be passed by each State, so that more children are raised with the benefits of having a father and a mother in their lives. | Families | 2006-09-29 | 2006-09-29 | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10758-10759) | Senate | Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] | HI | D | A000069 | 0 | Calls for each state to pass joint custody laws for fit parents. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-119 | 109 | sconres | 119 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that public policy should continue to protect and strengthen the ability of farmers and ranchers to join together in cooperative self-help efforts. | Agriculture and Food | 2006-09-27 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the House Committee on Agriculture. | Senate | Sen. Lincoln, Blanche L. [D-AR] | AR | D | L000035 | 21 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of Congress that public policy should continue to protect and strengthen the ability of farmers and ranchers to join together in cooperative self-help efforts to: (1) improve their income from the marketplace and their economic well-being; (2) capitalize on new market opportunities; and (3) help meet the food and fiber needs of consumers, provide for increased energy production, promote rural development, maintain and create needed jobs, and contribute to a growing U.S. economy. | 2023-01-12T17:51:57Z | |
| 109-sconres-120 | 109 | sconres | 120 | A concurrent resolution expressing the support of Congress for the creation of a National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | Emergency Management | 2006-09-27 | 2006-09-27 | Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10308) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Supports and encourages the creation of National Hurricane Museum and Science Center in southwest Louisiana. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-118 | 109 | sconres | 118 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that, as a matter of economic and national security, the United States Government should protect and support United States currency. | Finance and Financial Sector | 2006-09-25 | 2006-09-25 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10075) | Senate | Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] | OK | R | C000560 | 0 | Expresses the sense of Congress that, as a matter of economic and national security, the U.S. Government should provide U.S. currency with the protection and support necessary to defend its integrity throughout the world, effectively deter counterfeiting, and preserve the status of the dollar as the world's reserve currency. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-117 | 109 | sconres | 117 | A concurrent resolution officially designating the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg, Texas, as The National Museum of the Pacific War. | Arts, Culture, Religion | 2006-09-21 | 2006-09-21 | Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9908) | Senate | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] | TX | R | C001056 | 1 | Designates the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg, Texas, as The National Museum of the Pacific War. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-116 | 109 | sconres | 116 | A concurrent resolution supporting "Lights On Afterschool!", a national celebration of after school programs. | Commemorations | 2006-09-15 | 2006-09-25 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 45 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the goals and ideals of "Lights On Afterschool!," a national celebration of after-school programs. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-115 | 109 | sconres | 115 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and enhancing the state of computer security in the United States, and supporting the goals and ideals of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. | Commemorations | 2006-09-14 | 2006-09-14 | Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9640) | Senate | Sen. Burns, Conrad R. [R-MT] | MT | R | B001126 | 1 | Supports the goals and ideals of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Declares that Congress will work with federal agencies, national organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to encourage the development and implementation of existing and future computer security voluntary consensus standards, practices, and technologies in order to enhance the state of computer security in the United States. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-114 | 109 | sconres | 114 | A concurrent resolution providing for corrections to the enrollment of the bill S. 2590. | Congress | 2006-09-13 | 2006-09-13 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] | OK | R | C000560 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make corrections in the enrollment of S. 2590 (Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act of 2006) by: (1) modifying the requirement that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), by January 1, 2008, ensure the existence and operation of a single searchable website for federal awards to require that it do so in accordance with the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act; (2) requiring that the website provide for separate searches that distinguish between awards that are grants, subgrants, loans, cooperative agreements, and other forms of financial assistance and awards that are contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, task orders, and delivery orders; and (3) requiring the Comptroller General to report to Congress by January 1, 2010, on compliance with that Act. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | |
| 109-sconres-113 | 109 | sconres | 113 | A concurrent resolution congratulating the Magen David Adom Society in Israel for achieving full membership in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2006-07-21 | 2006-08-02 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 15 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Commends the Magen David Adom Society for its long and distinguished record of humanitarian assistance to all in need, even those responsible for atrocities against Israeli civilians. Congratulates the Magen David Adom Society, and the government and people of Israel, for securing full membership in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Thanks the President, the Secretary of State, U.S. diplomatic representatives, and the American Red Cross for their efforts that culminated in the Magen David Adom Society's acceptance as a full member in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Thanks the government of Switzerland, and officials of the International Committee of the Red Cross for helping to prepare the necessary consensus and carrying to completion the adoption of the Third Additional Protocol by the states parties to the Geneva Conventions and the rules for its implementation. Commends the President for: (1) submitting the Third Additional Protocol to the Senate for its advice and consent; and (2) preparing related legislation for congressional consideration and enactment. | 2023-01-12T17:52:23Z | |
| 109-sconres-111 | 109 | sconres | 111 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should expand trade opportunities with Mongolia and initiate negotiations to enter into a free trade agreement with Mongolia. | Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2006-07-20 | 2006-07-20 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8071) | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 4 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should continue to work with Mongolia to expand bilateral United States-Mongolia trade opportunities and initiate negotiations to enter into a free trade agreement with Mongolia. | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-sconres-112 | 109 | sconres | 112 | A concurrent resolution relating to correcting a clerical error in the enrollment of S. 3693. | Crime and Law Enforcement | 2006-07-20 | 2006-07-29 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a correction in the enrollment of S. 3693 (technical corrections to the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005) relating to provisions of the Immigration and Naturalization Act granting waivers of inadmissibility to aliens who are victims of domestic violence. | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-sconres-110 | 109 | sconres | 110 | A concurrent resolution commemorating the 60th anniversary of the historic 1946 season of Major League Baseball Hall of Fame member Bob Feller and his return from military service to the United States. | Commemorations | 2006-07-19 | 2006-07-19 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7928-7929) | Senate | Sen. DeWine, Mike [R-OH] | OH | R | D000294 | 4 | Commemorates the 60th anniversary of the 1946 season of Bob Feller (Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher) and his return from military service to the United States. | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-sconres-109 | 109 | sconres | 109 | A concurrent resolution commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to Afghanistan. | International Affairs | 2006-07-13 | 2006-07-17 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Commends the government of Canada for: (1) its renewed and long-term commitment to Afghanistan; (2) working to secure a democratic Afghanistan; (3) its commitment to reducing poverty, aiding the counternarcotics efforts through counterterrorism and counterinsurgency campaigns, and ensuring a peaceful and terror-free Afghanistan; and (4) its three-pronged commitment to Afghanistan: diplomacy, development, and defense. Commends the leadership of former Canadian Prime Ministers Jean Jacques Chretien and Paul Martin and current Prime Minister Stephen Harper for their commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom. Expresses the appreciation of the United States for Canada's enduring friendship and leadership in Afghanistan. | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-sconres-108 | 109 | sconres | 108 | A concurrent resolution authorize the printing of a revised edition of a pocket version of the United States Constitution and other publications. | Congress | 2006-07-12 | 2006-07-18 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] | MS | R | L000447 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the printing of the following as Senate documents: (1) the 22nd edition of the pocket version of the U.S. Constitution; (2) the 2006 revised edition of the publication entitled "Our Flag"; and (3) the book entitled "A Botanic Garden for the Nation." | 2023-01-12T17:52:26Z | |
| 109-sconres-107 | 109 | sconres | 107 | A concurrent resolution congratulating Donald Andrew Hall for his selection by the Librarian of Congress as the 14th Poet Laureate of the United States and for his great accomplishments in prose and essays focusing on New England rural living, baseball, and how work conveys meaning to ordinary life. | Commemorations | 2006-06-28 | 2006-06-28 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6724-6725) | Senate | Sen. Gregg, Judd [R-NH] | NH | R | G000445 | 1 | Congratulates Donald Andrew Hall for his selection by the Librarian of Congress as the 14th Poet Laureate of the United States and for his great accomplishments in prose and essays focusing on New England rural living, baseball, and how work conveys meaning to ordinary life. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-106 | 109 | sconres | 106 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding high level visits to the United States by democratically elected officials of Taiwan. | International Affairs | 2006-06-27 | 2006-06-27 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S6586) | Senate | Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD] | SD | D | J000177 | 4 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) restrictions on U.S. visits by high-level elected and appointed officials of Taiwan, including the President of Taiwan, should be lifted; (2) the United States should allow direct Cabinet level exchanges in order to strengthen a policy dialogue with Taiwan; and (3) it is in the U.S. national interest to strengthen links with the democratically-elected government of Taiwan and demonstrate stronger support for democracy in the Asia-Pacific region. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-105 | 109 | sconres | 105 | A concurrent resolution commending the Government of Canada for its renewed commitment to the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan. | International Affairs | 2006-06-26 | 2006-06-29 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 505. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Commends the government of Canada for: (1) its renewed and long-term commitment to the Global War on Terror; (2) working to secure a democratic and equal Afghanistan; (3) its commitment to reducing poverty, aiding counternarcotics efforts, and ensuring a peaceful and terror-free Afghanistan; and (4) its three-pronged commitment to Afghanistan of diplomacy, development, and defense. Commends the leadership of former Canadian Prime Ministers Jean Jacques Chretien and Paul Martin and current Prime Minister Stephen Harper for their commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom. Expresses U.S. gratitude and appreciation for Canada's enduring friendship and leadership in the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-103 | 109 | sconres | 103 | A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of the bill H.R. 889. | Congress | 2006-06-22 | 2006-06-26 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] | AK | R | S000888 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make the following corrections to the enrollment of H.R. 889 (Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of 2006): (1) strike the current section 414; and (2) insert a new section 414 requiring the Commandant of the Coast Guard to provide terms and conditions for navigational safety with respect to any proposed lease, easement, or right-of-way (including each alternative to a proposed lease, easement, or right-of-way) for an offshore wind energy facility in Nantucket Sound and require, in the granting of such lease, easement, or right-of-way, the incorporation of such reasonable terms and conditions as the Commandant determines necessary for navigational safety. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-104 | 109 | sconres | 104 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Harry W. Colmery. | Commemorations | 2006-06-22 | 2006-06-22 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6423) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 1 | Urges the President to posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Harry W. Colmery, who played a significant role in drafting the GI Bill of Rights. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-102 | 109 | sconres | 102 | A concurrent resolution condemning the decision by the city of St. Denis, France, to name a street in honor of Mumia Abu-Jamal, the convicted murderer of Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Faulkner. | Crime and Law Enforcement | 2006-06-15 | 2006-06-15 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5967) | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 0 | Condemns the murder of Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Faulkner. Urges the municipal government of St. Denis, France, to change the name of Rue Mumia Abu-Jamal and, if such action is not taken by the municipal government of St. Denis, urges the government of France to take appropriate action against St. Denis to change the name of Rue Mumia Abu-Jamal. Commends all police officers in the United States and throughout the world for their commitment to public service and public safety. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-101 | 109 | sconres | 101 | A concurrent resolution condemning the repression of the Iranian Baha'i community and calling for the emancipation of Iranian Baha'is. | International Affairs | 2006-06-14 | 2006-12-05 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 11 | Calls on the government of Iran to cease repressive activities aimed at the Iranian Baha'i community, and holds the government of Iran responsible for upholding the rights of its nationals, including the Baha'i community. Requests the President to: (1) call for the government of Iran to emancipate the Baha'i community by granting those rights guaranteed by the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and other international human rights covenants; (2) emphasize that the United States regards the government of Iran's human rights practices, including its treatment of the Baha'i community and other religious minorities, as a significant factor in U.S.-Iran foreign policy; and (3) initiate a consistent dialogue with other governments and the European Union (EU) in order to persuade the government of Iran to rectify its human rights practices. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-100 | 109 | sconres | 100 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that an artistic tribute to commemorate the speech given by President Ronald Reagan at the Brandenburg Gate on June 12, 1987, should be placed within the United States Capitol. | Commemorations | 2006-06-12 | 2006-06-12 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5723) | Senate | Sen. Allard, Wayne [R-CO] | CO | R | A000109 | 0 | Declares the sense of Congress that an artistic tribute to commemorate the speech given by President Ronald Reagan at the Brandenburg Gate on June 12, 1987, during which he uttered the immortal lines, "Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall," should be placed within the U.S. Capitol. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-99 | 109 | sconres | 99 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the policy of the United States at the 58th Annual Meeting of the International Whaling Commission. | International Affairs | 2006-06-12 | 2006-06-12 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5721-5722) | Senate | Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] | ME | R | S000663 | 22 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) at the 58th Annual Meeting of the International Whaling Commission the United States should remain firmly opposed to commercial whaling (including any linking of a Revised Management Scheme (RMS) to the lifting of the commercial whaling moratorium), and take other specified related steps; and (2) the United States should make full use of all appropriate diplomatic mechanisms, federal law, relevant international laws and agreements, and other appropriate mechanisms to implement these goals. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-98 | 109 | sconres | 98 | A concurrent resolution commemorating the 39th anniversary of the reunification of the city of Jerusalem. | International Affairs | 2006-06-08 | 2006-06-08 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5672) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 12 | Congratulates the residents of Jerusalem and the people of Israel on the 39th anniversary of the city's reunification, and believes that Jerusalem must remain an undivided city in which the rights of every ethnic and religious group are protected as they have been by Israel during the past 39 years. Calls upon the President and Secretary of State to affirm as U.S. policy that Jerusalem must remain Israel's undivided capital. Urges the President to: (1) discontinue use of the waiver contained in the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995; (2) carry out such Act's provisions immediately; and (3) begin the process of relocating the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. Urges U.S. officials, upon request, to record the birthplace of a U.S. citizen born in Jerusalem as Israel (as provided for by the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2003). | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-97 | 109 | sconres | 97 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that it is the goal of the United States that, not later than January 1, 2025, the agricultural, forestry, and working land of the United States should provide from renewable resources not less than 25 percent of the total energy consumed in the United States and continue to produce safe, abundant, and affordable food, feed, and fiber. | Energy | 2006-06-07 | 2006-06-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5605-5606) | Senate | Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] | IA | R | G000386 | 29 | Expresses the sense of Congress that it is the goal of the United States that by January 1, 2025, U.S. agricultural, forestry, and working land should provide from renewable resources not less than 25% of the total U.S. energy consumption and continue to produce safe, abundant, and affordable food, feed, and fiber. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-96 | 109 | sconres | 96 | A concurrent resolution to commemorate, celebrate, and reaffirm the national motto of the United States on the 50th anniversary of its formal adoption. | Commemorations | 2006-05-23 | 2006-07-13 | Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 20 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the national motto of the United States, "In God We Trust," celebrates it as a fundamental aspect of the national life of U.S. citizens, and reaffirms that its substance is vital to the future success of the nation. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-95 | 109 | sconres | 95 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with regard to the importance of Women's Health Week, which promotes awareness of diseases that affect women and which encourages women to take preventive measures to ensure good health. | Health | 2006-05-18 | 2006-05-18 | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4808) | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 1 | Recognizes the importance of: (1) preventing diseases that commonly affect women; and (2) federally funded programs that provide research and collect data on common diseases in women and highlight racial disparities in the rates of these diseases. Calls for: (1) people to use Women's Health Week as an opportunity to learn about health issues that face women; and (2) women to observe National Women's Check-Up Day on May 15, 2006, by receiving preventive screenings from their health care providers. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-94 | 109 | sconres | 94 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the needs of children and youth affected or displaced by disasters are unique and should be given special consideration in planning, responding, and recovering from such disasters in the United States. | Emergency Management | 2006-05-11 | 2006-05-11 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4478) | Senate | Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] | MS | R | C000567 | 6 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the needs of children and youth affected by major disasters should be given special consideration in planning, responding to, and recovering from major disasters; and (2) the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) should consult with appropriate child-focused non-governmental organizations and public university national research centers to address such needs in disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-93 | 109 | sconres | 93 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to accomplishing the mission in Iraq. | International Affairs | 2006-05-03 | 2006-05-03 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3991) | Senate | Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA] | IA | D | H000206 | 0 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the United States should not maintain a permanent military presence or military bases in Iraq; (2) the United States should not attempt to control the flow of Iraqi oil; and (3) U.S. Armed Forces should be redeployed from Iraq as soon as practicable after the completion of Iraq's constitution-making process or December 31, 2006, whichever occurs first. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-92 | 109 | sconres | 92 | A concurrent resolution encouraging all 50 States to recognize and accommodate the release of public school pupils from school attendance to attend off-campus religious classes at their churches, synagogues, houses of worship, and faith-based organizations. | Education | 2006-05-02 | 2006-05-02 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3902-3903) | Senate | Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC] | SC | R | D000595 | 2 | Calls on the states to recognize and accommodate those churches, faith-based organizations, and individuals that wish to release public school pupils from school attendance to attend religious classes. Requests the President to proclaim the third week of November 2006 as Bible Education in School Time Week. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-90 | 109 | sconres | 90 | A concurrent resolution acknowledging African descendants of the transatlantic slave trade in all of the Americas with an emphasis on descendants in Latin America and the Caribbean, recognizing the injustices suffered by these African descendants, and recommending that the United States and the international community work to improve the situation of Afro-descendant communities in Latin America and the Caribbean. | International Affairs | 2006-05-01 | 2006-05-01 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3805-3806) | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 0 | Urges the President to encourage the remembrance of the achievements of African descendants in the Americas and to resolve injustices suffered by them. Encourages the United States and the international community to work to ensure that poverty is eradicated, universal education is achieved, quality healthcare is made available, environmental resources are provided, and equal access to justice and representation under law are granted in Afro-descendant communities in Latin America and the Caribbean, including by: (1) promoting research on identifying and eradicating racial disparities in economic, political, and social spheres; (2) promoting programs and the creation of an international working group that focus on Afro-descendant communities; (3) providing technical support and training to Afro-descendant advocacy groups; and (4) promoting bilateral and multilateral agreements that take into account the needs of Afro-descendant communities. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-91 | 109 | sconres | 91 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should posthumously award the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Leroy Robert "Satchel" Paige. | Commemorations | 2006-05-01 | 2006-12-06 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 4 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Urges the President to award the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to Leroy "Satchel" Paige (the first Negro League player to be inducted into the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame) in honor of his distinguished baseball career and contributions to society. | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | |
| 109-sconres-89 | 109 | sconres | 89 | A concurrent resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of the historic congressional charter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution. | Commemorations | 2006-04-24 | 2006-04-24 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3426-3427) | Senate | Sen. Gregg, Judd [R-NH] | NH | R | G000445 | 1 | Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the historic congressional charter of the National Society of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR). Honors SAR for its work to perpetuate and honor the memory of the individuals who fought to gain our freedom during the War for Independence, and for their devotion to our nation's youth. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-88 | 109 | sconres | 88 | A concurrent resolution urging the Government of China to reinstate all licenses of Gao Zhisheng and his law firm, remove all legal and political obstacles for lawyers attempting to defend criminal cases in China, including politically sensitive cases, and revise law and practice in China so that it conforms to international standards. | International Affairs | 2006-04-07 | 2006-04-07 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3396-3397) | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 1 | Commends "rights defense" lawyers and activists of the People's Republic China (PRC) for their courage and integrity, and expresses moral support for this grass-roots rights defense movement in the PRC. Urges the government of the PRC to: (1) reinstate all licenses of GAO Zhisheng and his law firm; (2) remove all legal and political obstacles for lawyers attempting to defend criminal and politically sensitive cases in the PRC; (3) revise law and practice in the PRC to conform to international standards; and (4) allow religious believers in China to practice their religion without interference, and release Pastor Cai Zhuohua, his wife, and others imprisoned with him, and allow Pastor Cai to resume religious activities. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the U.S. government should support democracy and human rights programs in the PRC that strengthen protection of basic rights and freedoms, and should initiate programs to train lawyers, judges, academics, and students about international human rights law; (2) the U.S. government should support programs to promote legal protections and cultural awareness of the right to freedom of religion or belief; and (3) the President should raise the issue of the PRC's harassment, arrest, and persecution of rights defense lawyers and activists and the need to respect the basic human rights of its citizens and the rule of law during his planned April 2006 meeting with Chinese President Hu Jintao. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-86 | 109 | sconres | 86 | A concurrent resolution directing the Architect of the Capitol to establish a temporary exhibit in the rotunda of the Capitol to honor the memory of the members of the United States Armed Forces who have lost their lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. | Congress | 2006-04-05 | 2006-04-05 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. | Senate | Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] | NJ | D | L000123 | 9 | Requires the Architect of the Capitol to display in the rotunda of the Capitol from May 29 to July 4, 2006, an exhibit to honor the memory of the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have lost their lives in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-87 | 109 | sconres | 87 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that United States intellectual property rights must be protected globally. | Commerce | 2006-04-05 | 2006-04-05 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2919-2920) | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 1 | Calls for: (1) the United States to not complete agreements relating to accession of the Russian Federation to the World Trade Organization (WTO) until the Russian Federation takes steps to address widespread intellectual property violations; (2) the People's Republic of China to change its intellectual property rights enforcement model by significantly increasing the application of criminal sanctions against major copyright pirates and imposing effective deterrent penalties; (3) Mexico, Canada, India, and Malaysia to cooperate with the U.S. government and U.S. industries to address piracy problems within their borders; and (4) the President to use all effective remedies and solutions for the protection of U.S. intellectual property rights and to maintain policies that vigorously respond to the failure by other countries to abide by international standards of protection or to adequately protect intellectual property. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-85 | 109 | sconres | 85 | A concurrent resolution honoring and congratulating the Minnesota National Guard, on its 150th anniversary, for its spirit of dedication and service to the State of Minnesota and the Nation and recognizing that the role of the National Guard, the Nation's citizen-soldier based militia, which was formed before the United States Army, has been and still is extremely important to the security and freedom of the Nation. | Commemorations | 2006-04-04 | 2006-04-25 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Honors and congratulates the Minnesota National Guard on its 150th anniversary for its dedication and service to the state of Minnesota and the nation. Recognizes that the role of the National Guard has been and still is extremely important to the nation's security and freedom. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-84 | 109 | sconres | 84 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding a free trade agreement between the United States and Taiwan. | Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2006-03-28 | 2006-03-28 | Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2475-2476) | Senate | Sen. Kyl, Jon [R-AZ] | AZ | R | K000352 | 15 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should launch negotiations to enter into a free trade agreement with Taiwan. | 2023-01-13T04:48:48Z | |
| 109-sconres-83 | 109 | sconres | 83 | An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2007 and including the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2006 and 2008 through 2011. | Economics and Public Finance | 2006-03-10 | 2006-03-28 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Gregg, Judd [R-NH] | NH | R | G000445 | 542 | Sets forth the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2007, including the appropriate budgetary levels for FY2006 and FY2008-FY2011. Title I: Recommended Levels and Amounts - (Sec. 101) Lists recommended budgetary levels and amounts, for FY2006-FY2011 with respect to: (1) federal revenues; (2) new budget authority; (3) budget outlays; (4) deficits; (5) debt subject to limit; and (6) debt held by the public. (Sec. 102) Lists the appropriate levels of new budget authority, outlays, and administrative expenses for Social Security and specified major functional categories for FY2006-FY2011. Title II: Reconciliation - (Sec. 201) Requires the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to report a reconciliation bill to the Senate, by May 16, 2006, that consists of changes within its jurisdiction sufficient to reduce budget authority and outlays by $3 billion for FY2007-FY2011. Title III: Reserve Funds - (Sec. 301) Creates reserve funds, subject to specified conditions, for: (1) the uninsured; (2) health information technology; (3) the Asbestos Injury Trust Fund; (4) safe importation of prescription drugs; (5) reauthorization of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act; (6) comprehensive immigration reform; (7) Indian claim settlement; (8) the National Flood Insurance Program; (9) protection of America's competitive edge; (10) the Land and Water Conservation Fund; (11) (deficit-neutral) chronic care case management; (12) receipts from Bonneville Power Administration; (13) extension of the enrollment period for part D (Voluntary Prescription Drug Benefit Program) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act (SSA); (14) negotiation of the best possible price for prescription drugs through such Program; (15) pandemic influenza preparedness planning; (16) prevention of catastrophic loss; (17) (deficit-neutral) energy legislation; (18) fire and safety programs; (19) an increase in physician payments under Medicare; (20) a Commission for Accountability and Review of Federal Agencie… | 2023-01-13T04:48:48Z | |
| 109-sconres-82 | 109 | sconres | 82 | A concurrent resolution to establish a procedure for the appointment of independent Congressional Ethics Office to investigate ethics violations in the Senate and the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2006-02-28 | 2006-02-28 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1551-1552) | Senate | Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000148 | 0 | Establishes in the legislative branch the Congressional Ethics Office, headed by a Congressional Ethics Officer, which shall: (1) make informal preliminary inquiries in response to requests for reviews of allegations of improper conduct or a violation of law or House or Senate regulations; (2) report to the Members of Congress and the Department of Justice any finding of probable cause that a violation of ethics rules has occurred; (3) if warranted, conduct full investigations of such allegations; (4) report on investigations to the Senate Select Committee on Ethics or the House Committee on Standards of Official Conduct; and (5) report to Congress on ethics complaints, ethics investigations, and recommendations for changes to ethics regulations. Requires a request for review to be accompanied by a sworn statement of facts. Authorizes the Officer to refer false statements to the Attorney General for prosecution. Sets penalties for knowingly filing or encouraging another to file a false complaint. Bans filings close to an election. | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-sconres-81 | 109 | sconres | 81 | A concurrent resolution recognizing and honoring the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. | Commemorations | 2006-02-16 | 2006-02-16 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1439) | Senate | Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] | GA | R | I000055 | 0 | Recognizes the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-sconres-80 | 109 | sconres | 80 | A concurrent resolution relating to the enrollment of S. 1932. | Congress | 2006-02-08 | 2006-02-08 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Deems the enrollment of S. 1932 (providing for reconciliation under the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY2006) as presented to the President for his signature on February 8, 2006, as the true enrollment of the bill reflecting the intent of Congress in enacting it into law. | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-sconres-79 | 109 | sconres | 79 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that no United States assistance should be provided directly to the Palestinian Authority if any representative political party holding a majority of parliamentary seats within the Palestinian Authority maintains a position calling for the destruction of Israel. | International Affairs | 2006-02-01 | 2006-02-15 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] | SD | R | T000250 | 7 | Expresses the sense of Congress that no U.S. assistance should be provided directly to the Palestinian Authority (PA) if any representative political party holding a majority of parliamentary seats within the PA maintains a position calling for the destruction of Israel. | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-sconres-78 | 109 | sconres | 78 | A concurrent resolution condemning the Government of Iran for violating its international nuclear nonproliferation obligations and expressing support for efforts to report Iran to the United Nations Security Counsel. | International Affairs | 2006-01-27 | 2006-01-31 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 32 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Condemns the government of Iran's many failures to comply with its nuclear nonproliferation obligations, including its obligations under the Safeguards Agreement, its suspension commitments under the Paris Agreement, and prior commitments to the EU-3 to suspend all enrichment- and reprocessing-related activities. Commends the efforts of the governments of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom to seek a credible suspension of Iran's enrichment- and reprocessing-related activities and to find a diplomatic means to address Iran's noncompliance with such obligations. Urges the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors at its February 2006 special meeting to order that Iran's noncompliance be reported to the U.N. Security Council. Calls on Security Council members, in particular the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China, to consider any report of Iran's noncompliance in fulfillment of the Security Council's mandate to respond to situations bearing on international peace and security. | 2023-01-13T04:49:13Z | |
| 109-sconres-77 | 109 | sconres | 77 | A concurrent resolution to provide for a joint session of Congress to receive a message from the President on the State of the Union. | Congress | 2006-01-25 | 2006-01-31 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for a joint session of Congress on January 31, 2006, to receive a message from the President. | 2023-01-13T04:49:13Z | |
| 109-sconres-76 | 109 | sconres | 76 | A concurrent resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its flagrant violations of its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, and calling for certain actions in response to such violations. | International Affairs | 2006-01-20 | 2006-01-20 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR 1/24/2006 S31) | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 9 | Condemns the government of Iran for its flagrant violations of its obligations under the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Calls for the immediate suspension of all uranium enrichment activities of the government of Iran. Supports calls for an emergency meeting of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors to refer Iran to the U.N. Security Council. Calls on: (1) all nuclear suppliers to cease cooperation with Iran on nuclear materials, equipment, and technology; and (2) the governments of Russia and China to support efforts to refer Iran to the Security Council and to take appropriate measures about Iran's violations under the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty. | 2023-01-13T04:49:13Z | |
| 109-sconres-74 | 109 | sconres | 74 | A concurrent resolution correcting the enrollment of H.R. 2863. | Congress | 2005-12-21 | 2005-12-22 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | Senate | Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] | WA | D | C000127 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Directs the Clerk of the House of the Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 2863 (Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2006) by striking Division C, the American Energy Independence and Security Act of 2005 (allowing oil well drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR)) and Division D, the Distribution of Revenues and Disaster Assistance. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-75 | 109 | sconres | 75 | A concurrent resolution encouraging all Americans to increase their charitable giving, with the goal of increasing the annual amount of charitable giving in the United States by 1 percent. | Social Welfare | 2005-12-21 | 2005-12-22 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Encourages all Americans to increase their charitable giving, with the goal of increasing the annual amount of charitable giving in the United States by 1%. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-72 | 109 | sconres | 72 | A concurrent resolution requesting the President to issue a proclamation annually calling upon the people of the United States to observe Global Family Day, One Day of Peace and Sharing, and for other purposes. | Commemorations | 2005-12-16 | 2005-12-16 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13856) | Senate | Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] | HI | D | I000025 | 5 | Requests that the President issue a proclamation annually calling upon the people of the United States to observe Global Family Day, One Day of Peace and Sharing dedicated to eradicating violence, hunger, and poverty, and to establishing greater trust and fellowship among peace-loving nations and families everywhere. Requests that the President invite former U.S. Presidents, Nobel laureates, and other notables, including American business, labor, faith, and civic leaders, to join the President in promoting appropriate activities for the people of the United States and in extending appropriate greetings from the families of America to families in the rest of the world. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-73 | 109 | sconres | 73 | A concurrent resolution urging the President to issue a proclamation for the observance of an American Jewish History Month. | Commemorations | 2005-12-16 | 2005-12-16 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13857) | Senate | Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] | PA | R | S000709 | 3 | Urges the President to issue annually a proclamation calling on state and local governments and the people of the United States to observe an American Jewish History Month. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-70 | 109 | sconres | 70 | A resolution urging the Government of the Russian Federation to withdraw the first draft of the proposed legislation as passed in its first reading in the State Duma that would have the effect of severely restricting the establishment, operations, and activities of domestic, international, and foreign nongovernmental organizations in the Russian Federation, or to modify the proposed legislation to entirely remove these restrictions. | International Affairs | 2005-12-15 | 2005-12-15 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13681-13682) | Senate | Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] | AZ | R | M000303 | 2 | Urges: (1) the government of the Russian Federation to withdraw the proposed legislation that would restrict the establishment and activities of domestic and foreign nongovernmental organizations in the Russian Federation or to modify the legislation to remove such restrictions; and (2) in the event the proposed legislation is not withdrawn or sufficiently modified, the State Duma and the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly to amend the legislation to ensure such freedoms. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-71 | 109 | sconres | 71 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that States should require candidates for driver's licenses to demonstrate an ability to exercise greatly increased caution when driving in the proximity of a potentially visually impaired individual. | Transportation and Public Works | 2005-12-15 | 2006-09-11 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 601. | Senate | Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] | HI | D | A000069 | 9 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of Congress that each state should require any candidate for a driver's license to demonstrate, as a condition of obtaining one, an ability to: (1) associate the use of the white cane and guide dog with visually impaired individuals; and (2) exercise greatly increased caution when driving in proximity to a potentially visually impaired individual. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-69 | 109 | sconres | 69 | A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a Day of Hearts, Congenital Heart Defect Day in order to increase awareness about congenital heart defects, and for other purposes. | Commemorations | 2005-12-14 | 2006-02-08 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] | GA | R | I000055 | 5 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses support for the goals and ideals of A Day of Hearts: Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Day (February 14, 2006). | 2023-01-13T04:49:02Z | |
| 109-sconres-68 | 109 | sconres | 68 | A resolution designating May 20, 2006, as "Negro Leaguers Recognition Day." | Commemorations | 2005-12-12 | 2005-12-12 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13454) | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 2 | Designates May 20, 2006, as Negro Leaguers Recognition Day. Recognizes the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues. | 2023-01-13T04:49:16Z | |
| 109-sconres-67 | 109 | sconres | 67 | A concurrent resolution urging Japan to honor its commitments under the 1986 Market-Oriented Sector-Selective (MOSS) Agreement on Medical Equipment and Pharmaceuticals, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2005-11-18 | 2005-11-18 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13401-13402) | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 0 | Urges Japan to honor its commitments under the Market-Oriented Sector-Selective (MOSS) Agreement on Medical Equipment and Pharmaceuticals by: (1) reducing regulatory barriers to the approval and adoption of new medical technologies; (2) meeting or exceeding agency performance goals for premarket approvals and adopting an appropriate, risk-based postmarket system consistent with globally accepted practices; (3) promoting pricing policies that encourage innovation and eliminating reimbursement policies based on inappropriate comparisons to markets outside Japan; (4) implementing fair and open processes and rules that do not disproportionately harm U.S. medical technology products; and (5) providing opportunities for consultation with trading partners. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-65 | 109 | sconres | 65 | A concurrent resolution recognizing the benefits and importance of Federally-qualified health centers and their Medicaid prospective payment system. | Health | 2005-11-17 | 2005-11-17 | Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13184) | Senate | Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] | NC | R | B001135 | 14 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the Medicaid prospective payment system for the federally-qualified health center program is critical to ensuring that both Medicaid recipients and the nation's uninsured population have access to quality affordable primary and preventive care services. Recognizes the critical role of such health centers as an essential source of care for millions of Medicaid recipients and uninsured Americans, and supports continuation of the prospective payment system in helping to maintain this system of care. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-66 | 109 | sconres | 66 | A concurrent resolution affirming that the intent of Congress in passing the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997 was to allow hunting and fishing on public land within the National Wildlife Refuge System and declaring that the purpose of reserving certain land as public land is to make the land available to the public for reasonable uses. | Public Lands and Natural Resources | 2005-11-17 | 2005-11-17 | Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13185) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | States that: (1) in passing the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997, Congress demonstrated its clear intent to allow hunting and fishing on public lands within the National Wildlife Refuge System (the System); (2) the intent of Congress has not changed in any way since the date of enactment of that Act, and any assumption to the contrary is misguided and misinterprets the clear intent of Congress; and (3) the general purpose of reserving certain land as public land, including the land within the System, is to make the land available to the public for reasonable uses, which include hunting, fishing, other wildlife-dependent sports, and other outdoor purposes. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-63 | 109 | sconres | 63 | A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National High School Seniors Voter Registration Day. | Government Operations and Politics | 2005-11-09 | 2005-11-09 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S12616) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 0 | Supports the goals and ideals of National High School Seniors Voter Registration Day, and encourages all eligible students to register to vote. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-64 | 109 | sconres | 64 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding oversight of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. | Science, Technology, Communications | 2005-11-09 | 2005-11-18 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11340) | Senate | Sen. Burns, Conrad R. [R-MT] | MT | R | B001126 | 8 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the United States and other responsible governments send clear signals to the marketplace that the current structure of oversight and management of the Internet's domain name and addressing service works, and will continue to deliver tangible benefits to Internet users worldwide in the future; and (2) the authoritative root zone server should remain physically located in the United States and the Secretary of Commerce should maintain oversight of ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) so that ICANN can continue to manage the day-to-day operation of the Internet's domain and addressing system, remain responsive to Internet stakeholders worldwide, and otherwise fulfill its core technical mission. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-62 | 109 | sconres | 62 | A concurrent resolution directing the Joint Committee on the Library to procure a statue of Rosa Parks for placement in the Capitol. | Congress | 2005-11-08 | 2005-11-16 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | Senate | Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] | KY | R | M000355 | 47 | Requires the Joint Committee on the Library to: (1) procure a statue of Rosa Parks and cause it to be placed in a suitable location in the Capitol; and (2) consider all locations in the Capitol, including Statuary Hall, the Rotunda, and the Capitol Visitor Center. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-61 | 109 | sconres | 61 | A concurrent resolution authorizing the remains of Rosa Parks to lie in honor in the rotunda of the Capitol. | Congress | 2005-10-27 | 2005-10-28 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 28 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides that, in recognition of the historic contributions of Rosa Parks, her remains be permitted to lie in honor in the rotunda of the Capitol from October 30-October 31, 2005, so that U.S. citizens may pay their last respects to this great American. | 2023-01-13T04:49:46Z | |
| 109-sconres-60 | 109 | sconres | 60 | A concurrent resolution designating the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, as America's National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. | Commemorations | 2005-10-25 | 2006-07-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Talent, Jim [R-MO] | MO | R | T000024 | 4 | (This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on April 3, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, as America's National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Expresses support for the Museum's efforts to recognize and preserve the history of the Negro Leagues and the impact of segregation on our nation. Commends the ongoing development and visibility of the Power Alley educational outreach program for teachers and students sponsored by the Museum. Encourages present and future generations to understand the sensitive issues surrounding the Negro Leagues, how they helped shape our nation and Major League Baseball, and how the sacrifices made by the players helped make baseball America's national pastime. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | |
| 109-sconres-59 | 109 | sconres | 59 | A concurrent resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the White House Fellows Program. | Commemorations | 2005-10-19 | 2005-10-19 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11579) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 0 | Recognizes the 40th anniversary of the White House Fellows program and commends the White House Fellows for their continuing lifetime commitment to public service. | 2023-01-13T04:49:46Z | |
| 109-sconres-58 | 109 | sconres | 58 | A concurrent resolution supporting "Lights On Afterschool", a national celebration of after school programs. | Commemorations | 2005-10-07 | 2005-10-07 | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11328) | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 32 | Supports the goals and ideals of "Lights On Afterschool!," a national celebration of after-school programs. | 2023-01-13T04:49:46Z | |
| 109-sconres-57 | 109 | sconres | 57 | A concurrent resolution recognizing the contributions of African-American basketball teams and players for their achievements, dedication, and contributions to the sport of basketball and the Nation. | Commemorations | 2005-10-06 | 2005-10-06 | Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR 10/7/2005 S11239) | Senate | Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] | MI | D | S000770 | 1 | Recognizes the teams and players of the barnstorming African-American basketball teams for their achievement, dedication, sacrifices, and contribution to basketball and to the nation prior to the integration of the white professional leagues. | 2023-01-13T04:49:46Z | |
| 109-sconres-56 | 109 | sconres | 56 | A concurrent resolution expressing appreciation for the contribution of Chinese art and culture and recognizing the Festival of China at the Kennedy Center. | International Affairs | 2005-09-30 | 2005-11-02 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] | CA | D | F000062 | 3 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Expresses appreciation for the contribution of Chinese art and culture to the world.Recognizes the Festival of China at the Kennedy Center.Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States and China should promote cultural cooperation and exchange programs. | 2023-01-13T04:49:31Z | |
| 109-sconres-55 | 109 | sconres | 55 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the conditions for the United States to become a signatory to any multilateral agreement on trade resulting from the World Trade Organization's Doha Development Agenda Round. | Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2005-09-29 | 2005-09-29 | Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10761) | Senate | Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] | ID | R | C000858 | 40 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should not be a signatory to any agreement or protocol with respect to the Doha Development Round of the World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations, or any other bilateral or multilateral trade negotiations, that adopts any proposal to lessen the effectiveness of domestic and international disciplines on unfair trade or safeguard provisions, including certain proposals, and would lessen in any manner U.S. ability to enforce rigorously its trade laws, including the antidumping, countervailing duty, and safeguard laws. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) U.S. trade laws and international rules appropriately serve the public interest by offsetting injurious unfair trade, and that further "balancing modifications" or other similar provisions are unnecessary and would add to the complexity and difficulty of achieving relief against injurious unfair trade practices; and (2) the United States should ensure that any new agreement relating to international disciplines on unfair trade or safeguard provisions fully rectifies and corrects decisions by WTO dispute settlement panels or the Appellate Body that have unjustifiably and negatively impacted, or threaten to negatively impact, U.S. law or practice, including a law or practice with respect to foreign dumping or subsidization. | 2023-01-13T04:49:58Z | |
| 109-sconres-54 | 109 | sconres | 54 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding a commemorative postage stamp honoring Jasper Francis Cropsey, the famous Staten Island-born 19th Century Hudson River Painter. | Commemorations | 2005-09-28 | 2005-09-28 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10603-10604) | Senate | Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] | NY | D | S000148 | 1 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the U.S. Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring Jasper Francis Cropsey, the painter of the Hudson River Valley who was born on Staten Island in 1823. | 2023-01-13T04:49:58Z | |
| 109-sconres-53 | 109 | sconres | 53 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that any effort to impose photo identification requirements for voting should be rejected. | Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues | 2005-09-20 | 2005-09-20 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10240) | Senate | Sen. Obama, Barack [D-IL] | IL | D | O000167 | 23 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) a requirement that U.S. citizens obtain photo identification cards before being able to vote has not been shown to ensure ballot integrity and places an undue burden on citizens' legitimate voting rights; (2) the Department of Justice should vigorously enforce the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and challenge any state law that limits a citizen's ability to vote based on discriminatory photo identification requirements; and (3) any effort to impose national photo identification requirements for voting should be rejected. | 2023-01-13T04:49:58Z | |
| 109-sconres-52 | 109 | sconres | 52 | A concurrent resolution providing for the use of the catafalque situated in the crypt beneath the Rotunda of the Capitol in connection with memorial services to be conducted in the Supreme Court Building for the late honorable William H. Rehnquist, Chief Justice of the United States. | Congress | 2005-09-06 | 2005-09-06 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 3 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the Architect of the Capitol to transfer to the custody of the Supreme Court of the United States the catafalque situated in the crypt beneath the Rotunda of the Capitol so that it may be used in the Supreme Court Building in connection with services for the former Honorable William H. Rehnquist, Chief Justice of the United States. | 2023-01-13T04:49:58Z | |
| 109-sconres-51 | 109 | sconres | 51 | A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate, and a conditional adjournment or recess of the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2005-09-01 | 2005-09-02 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for a recess or an adjournment of the Senate from September 1 or 2, 2005, until September 6, 2005 (or until another time of reassembly under this concurrent resolution), and an adjournment of the House of Representatives from September 2, 2005, until September 6, 2005 (or until another time of reassembly). Authorizes the Majority Leader of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, or their respective designees, acting jointly after consultation with the Minority Leaders of the Senate and of the House, to notify the Members of the House and the Senate, respectively, to reassemble at such place and time as they may designate whenever, in their opinion, the public interest shall warrant it. | 2023-01-13T04:49:58Z | |
| 109-sconres-49 | 109 | sconres | 49 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the importance of Medicaid in the health care system of our Nation. | Health | 2005-07-29 | 2005-07-29 | Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9541-9542) | Senate | Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000105 | 43 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) over the past four decades Medicaid has been a core component of the American health system; (2) Medicaid has ensured that the vast majority of Medicaid beneficiaries did not join the ranks of the current 45 million Americans with no health insurance; and (3) Congress must continue and strengthen the state-federal partnership that provides this vital health insurance program. | 2023-01-13T04:50:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-50 | 109 | sconres | 50 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress concerning the vital role of Medicare in the health care system of our Nation over the last 40 years. | Health | 2005-07-29 | 2005-07-29 | Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9544) | Senate | Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] | MI | D | S000770 | 43 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) for the past 40 years, Medicare has made significant medical, social, and economic contributions to our Nation; (2) the access to care provided by Medicare has changed the course of health outcomes for the elderly and those with disabilities preventing phsical deterioration and preventing more individuals from slipping into poverty; and (3) Congress must continue to support, strengthen, and enhance the quality of care in this vital federal health insurance program that guarantees all Medicare beneficiaries affordable health care that meets their needs. | 2023-01-13T04:50:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-48 | 109 | sconres | 48 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to promote public awareness of Down syndrome. | Commemorations | 2005-07-27 | 2005-07-27 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9188) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 6 | Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend, and the United States Postal Service to issue, a commemorative postage stamp to promote public awareness of Down syndrome. | 2018-02-03T17:44:55Z | |
| 109-sconres-47 | 109 | sconres | 47 | A concurrent resolution paying tribute to the Africa-America Institute for its more than 50 years of dedicated service, nurturing and unleashing the productive capacities of knowledgeable, capable, and effective African leaders through education. | Commemorations | 2005-07-26 | 2005-07-26 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8987-8988) | Senate | Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] | LA | D | L000550 | 0 | Pays tribute to the Africa-America Institute (AAI) for its more than 50 years of service, through education, in nurturing and unleashing the productive capacities of African leaders. Embraces AAI's mission and supports its work.Urges Members of Congress and others to join AAI's "Education Partnership Campaign: 50,000 New Leaders in Five Years." | 2019-11-15T21:51:06Z | |
| 109-sconres-45 | 109 | sconres | 45 | A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Life Insurance Awareness Month, and for other purposes. | Commemorations | 2005-07-22 | 2005-07-22 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8753) | Senate | Sen. Chambliss, Saxby [R-GA] | GA | R | C000286 | 6 | Supports the goals and ideals of National Life Insurance Awareness Month. | 2023-01-13T04:50:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-46 | 109 | sconres | 46 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Russian Federation should fully protect the freedoms of all religious communities without distinction, whether registered and unregistered, as stipulated by the Russian Constitution and international standards. | International Affairs | 2005-07-22 | 2005-07-22 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8753-8754) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 12 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should: (1) urge the government of the Russian Federation to ensure full protection of freedoms for all religious communities and end the harassment of unregistered religious groups; (2) continue to raise concerns with the government of the Russian Federation over violations of religious freedom; and (3) urge the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the United Nations (UN) Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief to raise with Russian Federation officials issues relating to freedom of religion. | 2023-01-13T04:50:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-43 | 109 | sconres | 43 | A concurrent resolution welcoming the Prime Minister of Singapore on the occasion of his visit to the United States, expressing gratitude to the Government of Singapore for its strong cooperation with the United States in the campaign against terrorism, and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the continued expansion of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Singapore. | International Affairs | 2005-06-30 | 2005-06-30 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR 7/1/2005 S7867) | Senate | Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO] | MO | R | B000611 | 0 | Welcomes the Prime Minister of Singapore, His Excellency Lee Hsien Loong, to the United States. Expresses profound gratitude to the government of Singapore for promoting security and prosperity in Southeast Asia and cooperating with the United States in the global campaign against terrorism. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to strengthening U.S.-Singapore friendship and cooperation. | 2019-11-15T21:51:05Z | |
| 109-sconres-44 | 109 | sconres | 44 | A concurrent resolution permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to honor Constantino Brumidi on the 200th anniversary of his birth. | Commemorations | 2005-06-30 | 2005-06-30 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR 7/1/2005 S7868) | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 4 | Authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on July 26, 2005, for a ceremony to honor Constantino Brumidi on the 200th anniversary of his birth. | 2019-04-11T15:40:35Z | |
| 109-sconres-42 | 109 | sconres | 42 | A concurrent resolution recognizing the historical significance of the Juneteenth Independence Day, and expressing the sense of Congress that history should be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future. | Commemorations | 2005-06-15 | 2005-06-15 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6664) | Senate | Sen. Obama, Barack [D-IL] | IL | D | O000167 | 2 | Recognizes the historical significance to the nation, and supports the continued celebration, of Juneteenth Independence Day (June 19, 1865, the day Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved African Americans were free). Declares the sense of Congress that: (1) history should be regarded as a means for understanding the past and solving the challenges of the future; and (2) the celebration of the end of slavery is an important and enriching part of the history and heritage of the United States. | 2019-11-15T21:56:08Z | |
| 109-sconres-41 | 109 | sconres | 41 | Concurrent resolution recognizing the sacrifices being made by the families of members of the Armed Forces and supporting the designation of a week as National Military Families Week. | Commemorations | 2005-06-09 | 2005-06-09 | Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6340) | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 1 | Recognizes the sacrifices of military families and the support they provide for their loved ones serving as members of the Armed Forces. Supports the designation of a week as National Military Families Week. | 2018-02-03T17:44:20Z | |
| 109-sconres-39 | 109 | sconres | 39 | A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress on the Purple Heart. | Commemorations | 2005-05-26 | 2005-07-29 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day and encourages the people of the United States to learn about the history of the Purple Heart and to honor its recipients. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-40 | 109 | sconres | 40 | A concurrent resolution recognizing and commending the President and the governments of other countries that have participated in the Proliferation Security Initiative for the historic efforts and successes of the Proliferation Security Initiative in reducing the threat posed by illicit trafficking in weapons of mass destruction, their means of delivery, and related materials, on the occasion of the second anniversary of the establishment of the Proliferation Security Initiative. | International Affairs | 2005-05-26 | 2005-05-26 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6058-6059) | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | Expresses the sense of Congress commending the President and foreign governments that have participated in the Proliferation Security Initiative for the historic efforts and successes of the Proliferation Security Initiative in reducing the threat posed by illicit trafficking in weapons of mass destruction, their means of delivery, and related materials. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-38 | 109 | sconres | 38 | A concurrent resolution permitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony to award the Congressional Award Gold Medal to national recipients. | Commemorations | 2005-05-25 | 2005-05-25 | Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5938) | Senate | Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] | ID | R | C000858 | 1 | Authorizes use of the rotunda of the Capitol on June 22, 2005, for a ceremony to award Congressional Award Gold Medals to national recipients. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-36 | 109 | sconres | 36 | Reinforce the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-05-23 | 2005-05-23 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5805-5806) | Senate | Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] | CA | D | F000062 | 7 | Reinforce the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty Act of 2005 - Reaffirms congressional support for the objectives of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT) and expresses support for appropriate measures to strengthen the NPT. Calls on all parties participating in the Seventh Review Conference on the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons to make good faith efforts to: (1) comply with NPT nonproliferation obligations; (2) establish more effective controls on sensitive technologies that can be used to produce nuclear weapons material; (3) expand the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA) inspection and monitoring ability; (4) demonstrate the international community's opposition to the Iranian nuclear weapons program; (5) support U.S. diplomatic efforts in the context of the six-party talks to dismantle North Korea's nuclear weapons programs; (6) pursue diplomacy to address regional security problems in Northeast Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East, which would facilitate nonproliferation and disarmament efforts in those regions; (7) accelerate programs to safeguard and eliminate nuclear weapons-usable material; (8) halt the use of highly enriched uranium in civilian reactors; (9) strengthen national and international export controls and relevant security measures; (10) agree that no state may withdraw from the NPT and escape responsibility for prior Treaty violations or retain access to controlled materials and equipment acquired for "peaceful" purposes; (11) accelerate efforts to reduce stockpiles of nuclear weapons and weapons-grade fissile material; and (12) strengthen Proliferation Security Initiative support. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-37 | 109 | sconres | 37 | A concurrent resolution honoring the life of Sister Dorothy Stang. | Commemorations | 2005-05-23 | 2005-05-23 | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5807) | Senate | Sen. DeWine, Mike [R-OH] | OH | R | D000294 | 15 | Honors the life and work of Sister Dorothy Stang, an advocate for the rights of rural workers and peasants in Brazil's Amazon rain forest who was murdered in February 2005. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-35 | 109 | sconres | 35 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Government of the Russian Federation should issue a clear and unambiguous statement of admission and condemnation of the illegal occupation and annexation by the Soviet Union from 1940 to 1991 of the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. | International Affairs | 2005-05-19 | 2005-05-23 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Expresses the sense of Congress that the government of the Russian Federation should issue an unambiguous admission and condemnation of the illegal occupation and annexation by the Soviet Union from 1940 to 1991 of the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, which will increase good will among the affected peoples and enhance regional stability. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-34 | 109 | sconres | 34 | A concurrent resolution urging the Government of the Republic of Albania to ensure that the parliamentary elections to be held on July 3, 2005, are conducted in accordance with international standards for free and fair elections. | International Affairs | 2005-05-17 | 2005-05-17 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text as measure as introduced: CR S5367-5368) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 1 | Welcomes the opportunity for the Republic of Albania to take the next steps in European and Euro-Atlantic integration by holding July 2005 parliamentary elections that meet the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) election standards. Supports commitments by Albanian political parties to adhere to campaign and election laws. Supports U.S. assistance to help the people of Albania establish a democratic system and a free market economy. Encourages the President to communicate to the government of Albania, to all Albanian political parties and candidates, and to the people of Albania the importance attached by the U.S. government to this parliamentary election in determining the future U.S.-Albanian relationship. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-33 | 109 | sconres | 33 | A resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the policy of the United States at the 57th Annual Meeting of the International Whaling Commission. | International Affairs | 2005-05-16 | 2005-05-16 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5231) | Senate | Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] | ME | R | S000663 | 17 | Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) at the 57th Annual Meeting of the International Whaling Commission the United States should remain firmly opposed to commercial whaling (including any linking of a Revised Management Scheme (RMS) to the lifting of the commercial whaling moratorium), and take other specified related steps; and (2) the United States should make full use of all appropriate diplomatic mechanisms, federal law, relevant international laws and agreements, and other appropriate mechanisms to implement these goals. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-32 | 109 | sconres | 32 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Government of the Russian Federation should issue a clear and unambiguous statement of admission and condemnation of the illegal occupation and annexation by the Soviet Union from 1940 to 1991 of the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. | International Affairs | 2005-05-12 | 2005-05-12 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5172-5173) | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 2 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the government of the Russian Federation should issue an unambiguous admission and condemnation of the illegal occupation and annexation by the Soviet Union from 1940 to 1991 of the Baltic countries of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-31 | 109 | sconres | 31 | A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H. R. 1268. | Congress | 2005-05-10 | 2005-05-11 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] | TX | R | H001016 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to correct the enrollment of H.R. 1268 (Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense, the Global War on Terror, and Tsunami Relief, 2005) to authorize up to 50,000 unused FY2001-FY2004 employment-based visas for foreign nurses. | 2023-01-13T04:48:03Z | |
| 109-sconres-29 | 109 | sconres | 29 | A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment of the Senate. | Congress | 2005-04-28 | 2005-04-28 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Provides for a recess or adjournment of the Senate from April 28, 29, 30, or May 1, 2005, until May 9, 2005 (or until another time of reassembly). Directs the Majority Leader of the Senate or his designee, after consultation with the Minority Leader, to notify the Members of the Senate to reassemble whenever, in his opinion, the public interest shall warrant it. | 2018-02-03T17:43:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-30 | 109 | sconres | 30 | A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress concerning the provision of health insurance coverage to all Americans. | Health | 2005-04-28 | 2005-04-28 | Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4597) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 14 | Urges Congress to enact legislation that: (1) ensures that all Americans have access to affordable, quality health insurance coverage by 2010; (2) uses private and public sector solutions; (3) constrains underlying health care costs, including by assuring appropriate utilization and lowering prescription drug costs and administrative expenses; and (4) assures high quality health care, including by promoting the utilization of information technology, reducing medical errors, and providing for care coordination. | 2020-02-10T17:00:24Z | |
| 109-sconres-28 | 109 | sconres | 28 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress on World Intellectual Property Day regarding the importance of protecting intellectual property rights globally. | Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2005-04-26 | 2005-04-27 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 8 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Calls for the Administration to: (1) address the lack of intellectual property protection in China and Russia; (2) ensure that any country receiving benefits under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program, such as Russia, provides such protection; (3) ensure that action is taken against any country with which the United States shares mutual commitments under the World Trade Organization (WTO), such as China, when the country fails to live up to its WTO commitments; and (4) urge Russia to promote measures to enforce such protection to comply with commitments required by WTO. Urges the President to take appropriate additional action to protect the intellectual property rights of U.S. businesses. | 2018-02-03T17:43:12Z | |
| 109-sconres-27 | 109 | sconres | 27 | A concurrent resolution honoring military children during "National Month of the Military Child". | Commemorations | 2005-04-14 | 2005-04-14 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3713; text as passed Senate: CR S3713; text of measure as introduced: CR S3690-3691) | Senate | Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000105 | 11 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Joins the Secretary of Defense in honoring the children of members of the Armed Forces and recognizes that they share in the burden of protecting the Nation. Urges Americans to join the military community in observing April as "National Month of the Military Child." Recognizes with great appreciation the contributions of private sector organizations in providing resources and assistance to military families and their communities. | 2018-02-03T17:43:06Z | |
| 109-sconres-26 | 109 | sconres | 26 | A concurrent resolution honoring and memorializing the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93. | Commemorations | 2005-04-12 | 2005-09-13 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND] | ND | D | C000705 | 49 | (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on July 18, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Honors and memorializes the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 for their decisive actions and efforts of bravery on September 11, 2001. Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and other specified congressional officials to select an appropriate memorial in the U.S. Capitol to honor the passengers and crew of Flight 93 who saved the U.S. Capitol from destruction. | 2023-01-13T04:50:18Z | |
| 109-sconres-25 | 109 | sconres | 25 | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the application of Airbus for launch aid. | Foreign Trade and International Finance | 2005-04-07 | 2005-04-12 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 22 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that: (1) European governments should reject Airbus' pending application for launch aid for the A350 and any future applications for launch aid; (2) the European Union, acting for itself and on behalf of its Member States, should renew its commitment to the terms agreed to on January 11, 2005; (3) the U.S. Trade Representative should request the formation of a World Trade Organization (WTO) dispute resolution panel at the earliest possible opportunity if there is no immediate agreement to eliminate launch aid for the A350 and all future models and no concrete progress toward a comprehensive bilateral agreement covering all government supports in the large aircraft sector; and (4) the President should take any additional action the President considers appropriate to protect the U.S. interests in fair competition in the large commercial aircraft market. | 2018-02-03T17:42:51Z | |
| 109-sconres-23 | 109 | sconres | 23 | A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate, and a conditional adjournment of the House of Representatives. | Congress | 2005-03-20 | 2005-03-21 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 1 | Provides for a recess or an adjournment of the Senate on any day from March 20 through April 3, 2005, until April 4, 2005 (or until another time of reassembly under this concurrent resolution), and an adjournment of the House of Representatives on any day from March 20 through April 4, 2005, until April 5, 2005 (or until another time of reassembly). Authorizes the Speaker of the House and the Majority Leader of the Senate, or their respective designees, acting jointly after consultation with the Minority Leaders of the House and of the Senate, to notify the Members of the House and the Senate, respectively, to reassemble at such place and time as they may designate whenever, in their opinion, the public interest shall warrant it. | 2022-02-03T05:25:35Z |
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