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114-sconres-58 114 sconres 58 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that rates for inmate calling service should not exceed the affordable modified rate caps adopted by the Federal Communications Commission. Science, Technology, Communications 2016-12-07 2016-12-07 Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S6842) Senate Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] NJ D B001288 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) rates for inmate calling service should not exceed the affordable modified rate caps adopted by the Federal Communications Commission as of the date this resolution is adopted, and (2) reduced inmate calling service rates should be implemented swiftly. 2023-01-11T13:34:42Z  
114-sconres-57 114 sconres 57 A concurrent resolution honoring in praise and remembrance the extraordinary life, steady leadership, and remarkable, 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand. International Affairs 2016-11-30 2016-12-12 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] UT R H000338 6 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Honors the life, leadership, and 70-year reign of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand. Celebrates the alliance and friendship between Thailand and the United States that reflects common interests, a 183-year diplomatic history, and a multifaceted partnership that has contributed to peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region. 2023-01-11T13:33:58Z  
114-sconres-56 114 sconres 56 A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President-elect Donald Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President-elect Trump to divest his interest in, and sever his relationship to, the Trump Organization. Government Operations and Politics 2016-11-29 2016-11-29 Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6554-6556; text of measure as introduced: CR S6553-6554) Senate Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] MD D C000141 27 Calls upon President-elect Donald J. Trump to: (1) follow the precedent established by prior Presidents and convert his assets to conflict-free holdings, adopt blind trusts, or take other equivalent measures to ensure compliance with the Emoluments Clause of the U.S. Constitution; and (2) not use the powers or opportunities of his position as President-elect or President of the United States for any purpose related to the Trump Organization. Declares that in the absence of such actions or specific authorization by Congress, Congress regards dealings that Donald Trump, as President, may have through his companies with foreign governments or entities owned or controlled by foreign governments to be potential violations of such clause. 2023-01-11T13:33:58Z  
114-sconres-55 114 sconres 55 A concurrent resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 opening of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and the 2016 opening of the new Texas A&M Veterinary & Biomedical Education complex in College Station, Texas. Education 2016-09-29 2016-11-14 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] TX R C001056 1 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 1916 opening of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and the 2016 opening of the new Texas A&M Veterinary & Biomedical Education complex in College Station, Texas. 2023-01-11T13:34:06Z  
114-sconres-52 114 sconres 52 A concurrent resolution honoring Vincent Edward "Vin" Scully, the United States baseball broadcaster who has magnificently served as the play-by-play announcer for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers for 67 Major League Baseball seasons since 1950. Sports and Recreation 2016-09-28 2016-09-28 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6243-6244; text of measure as introduced: CR S6243-6244) Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 1 Honors the life and career of Vincent Edward "Vin" Scully, the long-time announcer for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers. 2023-01-11T13:34:06Z  
114-sconres-53 114 sconres 53 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a correction in the enrollment of H.R. 5325. Congress 2016-09-28 2016-09-28 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] MS R C000567 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 a correction in the enrollment of H.R. 5325 to change the title to read "Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2017, and for other purposes." 2023-01-11T13:34:06Z  
114-sconres-54 114 sconres 54 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress and reaffirming longstanding United States policy in support of a direct bilaterally negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and opposition to United Nations Security Council resolutions imposing a solution to the conflict. International Affairs 2016-09-28 2016-09-28 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6244) Senate Sen. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL] IL R K000360 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that: a sustainable peace agreement between Israel and the Palestinians will come only through direct bilateral negotiations between the parties; any widespread international recognition of a unilateral declaration of Palestinian statehood outside of the context of such a peace agreement would cause severe harm to the peace process and would likely trigger the implementation of penalties under provisions of the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2016 regarding limitations on assistance to support a Palestinian state and uses of funds for assistance for the West Bank and Gaza; efforts by outside bodies, including the United Nations Security Council, to impose an agreement are likely to set back the cause of peace; and the U.S. government should continue to oppose and veto Security Council resolutions that seek to impose solutions to final status issues or that are one-sided and anti-Israel; and the U.S. government should continue to support and facilitate the resumption of negotiations without preconditions toward a sustainable peace agreement. 2023-01-11T13:34:06Z  
114-sconres-51 114 sconres 51 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that those who served in the bays, harbors, and territorial seas of the Republic of Vietnam during the period beginning on January 9, 1962, and ending on May 7, 1975, should be presumed to have been exposed to the toxin Agent Orange and should be eligible for all related Federal benefits that come with such presumption under the Agent Orange Act of 1991. Armed Forces and National Security 2016-09-22 2016-09-22 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6043) Senate Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] IA R G000386 8 Recognizes that the intent of the Agent Orange Act of 1991 included the presumption that veterans who served in the Armed Forces in the bays, harbors, and territorial seas of the Republic of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, were exposed to Agent Orange. Expresses the intent that such veterans who served in those areas and other areas exposed to Agent Orange who have been diagnosed with connected medical conditions should be equally recognized for such exposure through equitable benefits and coverage. Calls on the Department of Veterans Affairs to acknowledge such intent, rescind specified parts of the VA Adjudication Procedure Manual M21-1 pertaining to developing claims based on herbicide exposure in Vietnam, and reissue guidance extending presumptive coverage for Agent Orange exposure to such veterans. 2023-01-11T13:34:07Z  
114-sconres-48 114 sconres 48 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation should domesticate and recognize judgments issued by United States courts on behalf of United States victims of terrorism, and that the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs should cease its political interference with Italy's independent judiciary, which it carries out in the interests of state sponsors of terrorism such as the Islamic Republic of Iran. International Affairs 2016-07-14 2016-07-14 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5177) Senate Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] CT D B001277 3 Expresses the sense of Congress that: Italy has violated the principle of reciprocity governing the mutual recognition of domestic court awards between Italy and the United States; the intervention by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on behalf of Iran against victims of Iranian terrorism was initiated to the detriment of both United States and European Union terrorism victims; and the European Court of Human Rights should overturn the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation's erroneous rulings in Flatow v. Islamic Republic of Iran and Eisenfeld v. Islamic Republic of Iran and order such court to recognize the U.S. judgments held by the Flatow, Duker, and Eisenfeld families against Iran. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-49 114 sconres 49 Protection of the Right of Tribes to stop the Export of Cultural and Traditional Patrimony Resolution Native Americans 2016-07-14 2016-09-07 Committee on Indian Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably. Senate Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM] NM D U000039 3 Protection of the Right of Tribes to stop the Export of Cultural and Traditional Patrimony Resolution or the PROTECT Patrimony Resolution Condemns the theft, illegal possession or sale, transfer, and export of tribal cultural items. Calls upon: (1) the Departments of the Interior, State, Commerce, Homeland Security, and Justice to consult with Native Americans in addressing this issue, to take affirmative action to stop these practices, and to secure repatriation of tribal cultural items; and (2) the Government Accountability Office to determine the scope of illegal trafficking in tribal cultural items and identify steps required to end such trafficking. Expresses support for restrictions on the export of tribal cultural items. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-50 114 sconres 50 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House of Representatives. Congress 2016-07-14 2016-07-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that when the House adjourns on any legislative day from Friday, July 15, 2016, through Friday, September 2, 2016, it stand adjourned until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2016. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-47 114 sconres 47 A concurrent resolution expressing support for fostering closer economic and commercial ties between the United States and the United Kingdom following the decision of the people of the United Kingdom to withdraw from the European Union. Foreign Trade and International Finance 2016-07-13 2016-07-13 Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5088; Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5088-5089) Senate Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] UT R H000338 10 Calls upon the President to begin negotiations for a trade agreement between the United States and the United Kingdom. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-46 114 sconres 46 A concurrent resolution expressing support for the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to continue to reaffirm its commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. International Affairs 2016-07-12 2016-09-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] FL D N000032 11 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Acknowledges the financial and moral commitment of the Federal Republic of Germany over the past seven decades to provide a measure of justice for Holocaust victims. Expresses support for the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims are able to live with dignity, comfort, and security. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-43 114 sconres 43 A concurrent resolution supporting the bid of Los Angeles, California, to bring the 2024 Summer Olympic Games back to the United States and pledging the cooperation of Congress with respect to that bid. Sports and Recreation 2016-07-11 2016-07-11 Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4946-4947) Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 9 Advises the International Olympic Committee that the United States would welcome the holding of the 2024 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, California, the site designated by the United States Olympic Committee. Expresses the hope that the United States will be selected. Pledges cooperation and support toward the successful fulfillment of those games. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-44 114 sconres 44 A concurrent resolution recognizing the sunflower as the flower for military caregivers. Armed Forces and National Security 2016-07-11 2016-08-11 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Senate Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] NC R B001135 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Honors military caregivers for their service and sacrifice to the United States. Encourages the people of the United States to show support to military families and to recognize the sacrifices endured by those families in service to the United States. Recognizes the sunflower as the flower for military caregivers. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-45 114 sconres 45 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress relating to the disapproval of certain activities of certain companies, trade associations, foundations, and organizations. Commerce 2016-07-11 2016-07-11 Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4947) Senate Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] RI D W000802 7 Disapproves of activities by certain corporations and trade associations, foundations, and organizations funded by those corporations deliberately to: (1) mislead the public and undermine peer-reviewed scientific research about the dangers of their products, and (2) cast doubt on science in order to protect their financial interests. Urges fossil fuel companies and allied organizations to cooperate with active or future investigations into: their climate change-related activities, what they knew about climate change and when they knew of it, what they knew about the harmful effects of fossil fuels on the climate, and any activities to mislead the public about climate change. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-42 114 sconres 42 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress regarding the safe and expeditious resettlement to Albania of all residents of Camp Liberty. International Affairs 2016-07-06 2016-07-14 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 567. Senate Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] AZ R M000303 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should: work with Iraq and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to ensure that all residents of Camp Liberty (located in Iraq) are safely and expeditiously resettled in Albania; work with Iraq, Albania, and the UNHCR to prevent Iran from intervening in the resettlement process; urge Iraq to protect residents during the resettlement process, including by ensuring that security personnel are vetted to determine that they are not affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Qods Force; urge Iraq to ensure access to food, clean water, medical assistance, and energy needs; work with Iraq to facilitate the sale of residents' property and assets; work with Iraq and the UNHCR to ensure that residents may exercise full control of all personal assets; and urge Albania and the UNHCR to ensure the continued recognition of the resettled residents as "persons of concern" entitled to international protections. 2023-01-11T13:33:10Z  
114-sconres-41 114 sconres 41 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress on the Peshmerga of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. International Affairs 2016-06-16 2016-07-18 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Senate Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] IA R E000295 2 Expresses the sense of Congress that: the Peshmerga of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq have been one of the most effective fighting forces in the military campaign against the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS); ISIS poses an acute threat to the Iraqi people and territorial integrity of Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region, and the security and stability of the Middle East; the severe budget shortfalls faced by the government of Iraq and the Kurdistan regional government are hindering the stability of Iraq and have the potential to undermine long-term efforts to bring about the sustainable defeat of ISIS; specified funds pledged by the U.S. government to the Kurdish Peshmerga in April 2016 should remain a priority for the United States as part of continued support for Iraqi Security Forces; the Peshmerga should receive all weapons and equipment that the United States agrees to provide in an expeditious and timely manner; it should be the policy of the United States to support, within the framework of the Iraq Constitution, Iraqi Security Forces, the Kurdish Peshmerga in Iraq, Sunni tribal forces, and other local security forces in the campaign against ISIS; ensuring the safe resettlement and reintegration of ethnic and religious minorities into their homelands in Iraq is a critical component toward achieving a safe, secure, and sovereign Iraq; the Peshmerga require equipment that will allow them to defend themselves and their coalition advisers against the increased use of vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices; the Peshmerga are vital partners in the fight against ISIS; and the United States, in coordination with the Iraqi government, will endeavor to increase assistance to Iraqi Kurdish Forces to enhance their combat medicine and logistical capabilities, defend internally displaced persons and refugees, and defend the Peshmerga and their coalition advisers. 2023-01-11T13:32:36Z  
114-sconres-40 114 sconres 40 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Federal excise tax on heavy-duty trucks should not be increased. Taxation 2016-05-24 2016-05-24 Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3103-3104) Senate Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] CO R G000562 0 Declares that the federal excise tax on new tractor trailer trucks, heavy duty trucks, and certain truck trailers should not be increased and that Congress should review the detrimental impacts of such tax in considering future transportation policy. 2023-01-11T13:32:51Z  
114-sconres-38 114 sconres 38 A concurrent resolution reaffirming the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances as cornerstones of United States-Taiwan relations. International Affairs 2016-05-19 2016-07-07 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] FL R R000595 6 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Affirms that the Taiwan Relations Act and the Six Assurances are both cornerstones of U.S.-Taiwan relations. Urges the President and Department of State to publicly, proactively, and consistently affirm the Six Assurances as a cornerstone of U.S.-Taiwan relations. 2023-01-11T13:32:37Z  
114-sconres-39 114 sconres 39 A concurrent resolution honoring the members of the United States Air Force who were casualties of the June 25, 1996, terrorist bombing of the United States Sector Khobar Towers military housing complex on Dhahran Air Base. Armed Forces and National Security 2016-05-19 2016-07-11 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. 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.) Recognizes the service and sacrifice of the 19 Air Force members who were killed in the June 25, 1996, terrorist bombing of the United States Sector Khobar Towers military housing complex on Dhahran Air Base, Saudi Arabia. Extends sympathies to the families and friends of those killed. Acknowledges the anguish and resilience of the attack's survivors. Assures members of the Armed Forces and other U.S. agents serving in harm's way that their well-being will be given the highest priority. Declares that perpetrators of terrorist acts against members of the Armed Forces and U.S. agents or citizens will be brought to justice. 2023-01-11T13:32:36Z  
114-sconres-37 114 sconres 37 A concurrent resolution recognizing the George C. Marshall Museum and George C. Marshall Research Library in Lexington, Virginia, as the National George C. Marshall Museum and Library. Arts, Culture, Religion 2016-05-12 2016-05-12 Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S2752-2753; text of measure as introduced: CR S2752-2753) Senate Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA] VA D K000384 1 Recognizes the George C. Marshall Museum and George C. Marshall Research Library in Lexington, Virginia, as the "National George C. Marshall Museum and Library." 2023-01-11T13:32:51Z  
114-sconres-36 114 sconres 36 A concurrent resolution expressing support of the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to reaffirm its commitment to that goal through a financial commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. International Affairs 2016-04-21 2016-04-21 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2395-2396) Senate Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] FL D N000032 14 Urges the working group established by the Federal Republic of Germany and the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany to recognize the imperative to fund immediately and fully the medical, mental health, and long-term care needs of surviving Holocaust victims, with full transparency and accountability, to ensure all funds for Holocaust victims from the Federal Republic of Germany are administered efficiently, fairly, and without delay. Urges the Federal Republic of Germany also to reaffirm its commitment to fulfill its moral responsibility to Holocaust victims by: ensuring that each Holocaust victim receives all of the prescribed medical care, home care, mental health care, and other vital services necessary to live in dignity; and providing, without delay, additional financial resources to address the unique needs of Holocaust victims. 2023-01-11T13:33:05Z  
114-sconres-35 114 sconres 35 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should continue to exercise its veto in the United Nations Security Council on resolutions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. International Affairs 2016-04-19 2016-04-19 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2200) Senate Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] FL R R000595 15 Expresses the sense of Congress that: a durable resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian peace process can only come through direct, bilateral negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians; the U.N. cannot be a truly neutral arbiter of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; and the United States should veto any U.N. Security Council resolution that inserts the Security Council into the peace process, unilaterally recognizes a Palestinian state, makes declarations concerning Israeli controlled territories, or dictates terms and a time line for the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. 2023-01-11T13:33:06Z  
114-sconres-34 114 sconres 34 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the House of Representatives. Congress 2016-03-17 2016-03-23 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that when the House adjourns on any legislative day from Wednesday, March 23, 2016, through Friday, April 8, 2016, it stand adjourned until 3:30 p.m. on Monday, April 11, 2016. 2023-01-11T13:31:42Z  
114-sconres-33 114 sconres 33 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that those who commit or support atrocities against Christians and other ethnic and religious minorities, including Yezidis, Turkmen, Sabea-Mandeans, Kaka'e, and Kurds, and who target them specifically for ethnic or religious reasons, are committing, and are hereby declared to be committing, "war crimes", "crimes against humanity", and "genocide". International Affairs 2016-03-14 2016-03-14 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1467) Senate Sen. Sasse, Ben [R-NE] NE R S001197 0 Declares that: the atrocities committed against Christians and other ethnic and religious minorities targeted specifically for religious reasons are crimes against humanity and genocide; each of the Contracting Parties to the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide and other international agreements forbidding war crimes and crimes against humanity, particularly the governments of countries and their nationals who are in any way supporting these crimes, are reminded of their legal obligations under the Convention and these international agreements; the United Nations (U.N.) and the Secretary-General are called upon to assert leadership by calling the atrocities war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide; the member states of the U.N., with an appeal to the Arab States that wish to uphold religious freedom and justice, should collaborate on measures to prevent further war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, and collaborate on the establishment of tribunals to punish those responsible for the ongoing crimes; the governments of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Lebanese Republic, and other countries are commended for having undertaken to shelter and protect those fleeing the violence of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS or Da'esh) and other extremists; and those who force the migration of religious communities from their ancestral homelands, including specifically the Nineveh Plain and Mount Sinjar, should be prosecuted in accordance with the laws of the place where their crimes were committed and under applicable international criminal statutes and conventions. 2023-01-11T13:31:42Z  
114-sconres-32 114 sconres 32 A concurrent resolution recognizing the soldiers of the 14th Quartermaster Detachment of the United States Army Reserve, who were killed or wounded in their barracks by an Iraqi SCUD missile attack in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the attack. Armed Forces and National Security 2016-02-25 2016-02-25 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1060-1061) Senate Sen. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA] PA R T000461 1 Recognizes the sacrifice and dedicated service of Pennsylvanians during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Honors: (1) the 13 soldiers of the 14th Quartermaster Detachment of the United States Army Reserve who were killed in action on February 25, 1991, in the attack on Dhahran, Saudi Arabia; and (2) the 43 soldiers of the 14th Quartermaster Detachment of the United States Army Reserve who were wounded during the attack. Pledges the support of the House of Representatives to the families of these soldiers. Encourages the people of the United States to commemorate the role and contribution of Pennsylvanians and Pennsylvania-based units of the Army National Guard, the Army Reserve, the Marine Corps Reserve, the Navy Reserve, the Air National Guard, and the Air Force Reserve who supported Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. 2023-01-11T13:31:58Z  
114-sconres-31 114 sconres 31 A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and an adjournment of the House of Representatives. Congress 2016-02-12 2016-02-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that when the Senate recesses or adjourns on any day from Thursday, February 11, 2016, through Saturday, February 20, 2016, it stand recessed or adjourned until 12:00 noon on Monday, February 22, 2016. Declares that when the House adjourns on any legislative day from Friday, February 12, 2016, through Tuesday, February 16, 2016, it stand adjourned until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. 2023-01-11T13:31:58Z  
114-sconres-30 114 sconres 30 A concurrent resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. International Affairs 2016-02-10 2016-12-07 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 709. Senate Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] UT R L000577 8 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses concern about the disappearance of David Sneddon in Yunnan Province, China, in August 2004. Directs the Department of State and the intelligence community to continue joint investigations, coordinate investigations with the governments of China, Japan, and South Korea, and solicit information from regional affairs and law enforcement experts on plausible explanations for David Sneddon's disappearance. Encourages the State Department and the intelligence community to work with foreign governments known to have diplomatic influence with North Korea to better investigate the possibility of North Korea's involvement in David Sneddon's disappearance, and to seek his recovery. Requests the State Department and the intelligence community to continue to work with and inform Congress and David Sneddon's family on efforts to resolve David's disappearance. 2023-01-11T13:31:58Z  
114-sconres-28 114 sconres 28 A concurrent resolution to establish the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies for the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States on January 20, 2017. Congress 2016-01-20 2016-02-03 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] MO R B000575 1 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Establishes a Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies to make the necessary arrangements for the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect of the United States on January 20, 2017. 2023-01-11T13:32:14Z  
114-sconres-29 114 sconres 29 A concurrent resolution to authorize the use of the rotunda and Emancipation Hall of the Capitol by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies conducted for the inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect of the United States. Congress 2016-01-20 2016-02-03 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] MO R B000575 1 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of the rotunda and Emancipation Hall of the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2017, by the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies conducted for the inauguration of the President-elect and Vice President-elect. 2023-01-11T13:32:14Z  
114-sconres-27 114 sconres 27 A concurrent resolution affirming the importance of religious freedom as a fundamental human right that is essential to a free society and is protected for all Americans by the text of the Constitution, and recognizing the 230th anniversary of the enactment of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2016-01-19 2016-01-19 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S95) Senate Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] MT R D000618 13 Honors the 230th anniversary of the passage of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom on Religious Freedom Day, January 16, 2016. Affirms that: religious freedom includes the right to live, work, associate, and worship in accordance with one's beliefs for people of any faith or of no faith; all Americans can be unified in supporting religious freedom because it is a fundamental human right; and the American people will remain forever unshackled in matters of faith. 2023-01-11T13:32:14Z  
114-sconres-26 114 sconres 26 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the right of States and local governments to maintain economic sanctions against Iran. International Affairs 2015-12-01 2015-12-01 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8244-8245) Senate Sen. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL] IL R K000360 4 Reaffirms: (1) the commitment of Congress to stopping Iran's sponsorship of terrorism and human rights violations; and (2) the legislative intent of Congress that the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010 was enacted to deter illicit Iranian behavior, including sponsorship of terrorism and human rights violations. Supports state and local government sanctions targeting Iran's illicit activity, including divestment of assets from companies investing in Iran and prohibition of investment of state and local assets in any person engaging in investment activities in Iran. 2023-01-11T13:32:20Z  
114-sconres-25 114 sconres 25 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should submit the Paris climate change agreement to the Senate for its advice and consent. International Affairs 2015-11-19 2015-11-19 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8166-8167) Senate Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] UT R L000577 33 Expresses the sense of Congress that: the President should submit to the Senate for advice and consent the climate change agreement proposed for adoption at the twenty-first session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP-21), and Congress should refuse to consider any budget resolutions and appropriations language that include funding for the Green Climate Fund until COP-21 emissions commitments are submitted to the Senate. 2023-01-11T13:32:32Z  
114-sconres-24 114 sconres 24 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for the unveiling of the marble bust of Vice President Richard Cheney on December 3, 2015. Congress 2015-11-05 2015-11-16 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] MO R B000575 3 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to unveil the marble bust of Vice President Richard Cheney on December 3, 2015. 2023-01-11T13:32:32Z  
114-sconres-23 114 sconres 23 A concurrent resolution supporting the establishment of a bipartisan Museum Study Commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People to tell the immigration and migration stories of all people of the United States. Immigration 2015-10-07 2015-10-07 Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7222) Senate Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] HI D S001194 0 Supports the establishment of a bipartisan Museum Study Commission to study the establishment of a National Museum of the American People to tell the immigration and migration stories of all people of the United States, as long as none of the funding to plan, construct, or operate the museum is from federal appropriations. 2023-01-11T13:29:30Z  
114-sconres-22 114 sconres 22 A concurrent resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the White House Fellows program. Government Operations and Politics 2015-10-06 2015-10-07 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Senate Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK] AK R S001198 1 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the White House Fellows program and commends the White House Fellows for their continuing lifetime commitment to public service. 2023-01-11T13:29:30Z  
114-sconres-21 114 sconres 21 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the ratification of the 13th Amendment. Congress 2015-10-05 2015-10-13 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. Senate Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ] NJ D B001288 2 Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on December 8, 2015, for a ceremony to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which abolished slavery in the United States. 2023-01-11T13:29:30Z  
114-sconres-20 114 sconres 20 A concurrent resolution recognizing and honoring the 25th anniversary of the date of enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2015-07-28 2015-09-08 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice. Senate Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] UT R H000338 35 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the 25th anniversary of the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Encourages celebration of the advancement of freedom and the expansion of opportunity made possible by its enactment. Pledges continued work on a bipartisan basis to support opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and the full participation of individuals in the United States who have disabilities. 2023-01-11T13:30:00Z  
114-sconres-19 114 sconres 19 A concurrent resolution providing for a conditional adjournment or recess of the Senate and an adjournment of the House of Representatives. Congress 2015-06-24 2015-06-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Declares that when the Senate recesses or adjourns on any day from Thursday, June 25, 2015, through Friday, July 3, 2015, it stand recessed or adjourned until 12:00 noon on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. Declares that when the House adjourns on any legislative day from Thursday, June 25, 2015, through Friday, July 3, 2015, it stand adjourned until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, 2015. 2023-01-11T13:30:37Z  
114-sconres-18 114 sconres 18 A concurrent resolution recongizing the daisy as the flower for military caregivers. Armed Forces and National Security 2015-06-22 2015-06-22 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4348) Senate Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] NC R B001135 2 Honors military caregivers for their service and sacrifice to the United States. Encourages the people of the United States to show support to military families and to recognize the sacrifices endured by those families in service to the United States. Recognizes the daisy as the flower for military caregivers. 2023-01-11T13:30:37Z  
114-sconres-16 114 sconres 16 A concurrent resolution stating the policy of the United States regarding the release of United States citizens in Iran. International Affairs 2015-05-07 2015-05-20 Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa. Senate Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] ID R R000584 18 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) States that it is U.S. policy that: (1) the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran should immediately release Saeed Abedini, Amir Hekmati, and Jason Rezaian, and cooperate with the U.S. government to locate and return Robert Levinson; and (2) the U.S. government should undertake every effort using every diplomatic tool at its disposal to secure their release. 2023-01-11T13:31:03Z  
114-sconres-15 114 sconres 15 A concurrent resolution commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the 1915 Panama-California Exposition and the establishment of Balboa Park in San Diego, California. Social Sciences and History 2015-05-04 2015-05-04 Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2602) Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 1 Commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Panama-California Exposition and the founding of Balboa Park in San Diego, California, on May 9, 2015. 2023-01-11T13:27:20Z  
114-sconres-14 114 sconres 14 A concurrent resolution providing that the President may not provide sanctions relief to Iran until certain United States citizens are released from Iran. International Affairs 2015-04-30 2015-04-30 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2583) Senate Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID] ID R R000584 0 Prohibits the President from waiving, suspending, or providing relief from the application of statutory sanctions against Iran under any provision of law, or refraining from applying any such sanctions pursuant to an agreement with Iran relating to Iran's nuclear program, until the government of Iran releases to the United States the following U.S. citizens: Saeed Abedini who has been detained in Iran on charges related to his religious beliefs since September 2012; Amir Hekmati who has been imprisoned in Iran on false espionage charges since August 2011; Jason Rezaian who, as an Iranian government reporter for the Washington Post, has been unjustly held in Iran on vague charges since July 2014; and Robert Levinson who was abducted on Kish Island in March 2007. 2023-01-11T13:27:22Z  
114-sconres-13 114 sconres 13 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the American Fighter Aces. Congress 2015-04-20 2015-04-20 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2276) Senate Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV] WV D M001183 0 Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on May 20, 2015, for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the American Fighter Aces in recognition of their military service and defense of the country's freedom throughout the history of aviation warfare. 2023-01-11T13:27:22Z  
114-sconres-12 114 sconres 12 A concurrent resolution recognizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities. Government Operations and Politics 2015-04-16 2015-04-16 Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2254-2255) Senate Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] CT D B001277 6 Recognizes the hardships that people with disabilities must overcome every day. Reaffirms support of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Recommends that the United States Postal Service and federal agencies install power-assisted doors at post offices and other federally funded facilities to ensure equal access for all people. Pledges to continue to identify and remove the barriers that prevent equal access to federal government services. 2023-01-11T13:27:22Z  
114-sconres-11 114 sconres 11 An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2016 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2017 through 2025. Economics and Public Finance 2015-03-20 2015-05-06 Message on Senate action sent to the House. Senate Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] WY R E000285 857 Establishes the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2016 and sets forth budgetary levels for FY2017-FY2025. TITLE I--RECOMMENDED LEVELS AND AMOUNTS Subtitle A--Budgetary Levels in Both Houses (Sec. 1101) Recommends levels and amounts for FY2016-FY2025 for federal revenues, new budget authority, budget outlays, deficits, public debt, and debt held by the public. (Sec. 1102) Recommends levels of new budget authority and outlays for FY2016-FY2025 for each major functional category, including: National Defense; International Affairs; General Science, Space, and Technology; Energy; Natural Resources and Environment; Agriculture; Commerce and Housing Credit; Transportation; Community and Regional Development; Education, Training, Employment, and Social Services; Health; Medicare; Income Security; Social Security Retirement and Disability; Veterans Benefits and Services; Administration of Justice; General Government; Net Interest; Allowances; Undistributed Offsetting Receipts; and Overseas Contingency Operations. Subtitle B--Levels and Amounts in the Senate (Sec. 1201) Recommends Senate levels for FY2016-FY2025 for Social Security revenues, outlays, and administrative expenses. (Sec. 1202) Recommends Senate levels of new budget authority and outlays for FY2016-FY2025 for U.S. Postal Service discretionary administrative expenses. TITLE II--RECONCILIATION (Title II includes reconciliation instructions directing congressional committees to submit deficit reduction legislation to the budget committees. Under the Congressional Budget Act of 1974, reconciliation bills are considered by Congress using expedited legislative procedures that prevent a filibuster and restrict amendments in the Senate.) (Sec. 2001) Includes reconciliation instructions directing the Senate Finance Committee and the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee to each submit to the Senate Budget Committee legislation to reduce the deficit by at least $1 billion over the FY2016-FY2025 period.… 2023-01-11T13:27:46Z  
114-sconres-17 114 sconres 17 RESTORE Resolution of 2015 Congress 2015-03-20 2015-05-20 Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3188-3189) Senate Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD] SD R R000605 11 Regulation Sensibility Through Oversight Restoration Resolution of 2015 or the RESTORE Resolution of 2015 Establishes the Joint Select Committee on Regulatory Reform to: review the process by which rules are promulgated by agencies, hold hearings on the effects of and how to reduce regulatory overreach in all sectors of the economy, and review the Code of Federal Regulations to identify rules and sets of rules that should be repealed. Requires the Joint Select Committee to recommend to Congress legislation to create processes: (1) under which an agency, before promulgating a rule, shall seek advice from Congress and take other specified actions; and (2) to appropriately sunset as many rules as possible. Requires the Joint Select Committee also to submit to Congress: recommendations for ways to reduce the financial burden placed on the various sectors of the economy in order to comply with rules; an analysis of the feasibility of creating a permanent Joint Committee on Rules Review, and requiring each agency to submit each of its proposed rules to the appropriate congressional committee for review in a specified manner; and a list of rules and sets of rules that the Joint Select Committee recommends should be repealed. Requires the Joint Committee on Rules Review, if established, to review each proposed rule that an agency determines is likely to have an annual effect on the economy of $50 million or more before the agency promulgates the final rule. 2023-01-11T13:31:03Z  
114-sconres-10 114 sconres 10 A concurrent resolution supporting the designation of the year of 2015 as the "International Year of Soils" and supporting locally led soil conservation. Agriculture and Food 2015-03-17 2015-05-14 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Donnelly, Joe [D-IN] IN D D000607 7 Supports the designation of 2015 as the International Year of Soils, and supports locally led soil conservation. Encourages public participation in activities celebrating the importance of soils to the United States. Supports soil conservation through partnerships with local soil and water conservation districts and voluntary landowner participation in federal conservation programs. 2023-01-11T13:27:46Z  
114-sconres-8 114 sconres 8 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Postal Service should issue a commemorative stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the three civil rights marches from Selma, Alabama to Montgomery, Alabama that took place over the course of several weeks in March 1965. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2015-03-04 2015-03-04 Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] OH D B000944 11 Expresses the sense of Congress that the U.S. Postal Service should issue a commemorative postage stamp honoring the 50th anniversary of the three civil rights marches from Selma, Alabama, to Montgomery, Alabama. 2023-01-11T13:27:46Z  
114-sconres-9 114 sconres 9 A concurrent resolution honoring the life and memory of Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., president emeritus of the University of Notre Dame. Education 2015-03-04 2015-03-04 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1310) Senate Sen. Donnelly, Joe [D-IN] IN D D000607 1 Commemorates the life and achievements of Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., president emeritus of the University of Notre Dame, who throughout his life displayed extraordinary commitment to social justice and the improvement of higher education. 2023-01-11T13:27:46Z  
114-sconres-7 114 sconres 7 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. Congress 2015-03-03 2015-03-16 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] OH D B000944 7 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on April 15, 2015, for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders. 2023-01-11T13:27:46Z  
114-sconres-6 114 sconres 6 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that John Arthur "Jack" Johnson should receive a posthumous pardon for the racially motivated conviction in 1913 that diminished the athletic, cultural, and historic significance of Jack Johnson and unduly tarnished his reputation. Crime and Law Enforcement 2015-02-26 2015-02-26 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1172) Senate Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] AZ R M000303 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that Jack Johnson (the first African-American professional boxer to hold the title of Heavyweight Champion of the World) should receive a posthumous pardon to expunge from the annals of American criminal justice a racially motivated abuse of the federal government's prosecutorial authority and to recognize his athletic and cultural contributions to society. 2023-01-11T13:28:16Z  
114-sconres-4 114 sconres 4 A concurrent resolution supporting the Local Radio Freedom Act. Science, Technology, Communications 2015-02-24 2015-02-24 Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1078-1079) Senate Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] WY R B001261 26 Declares that Congress should not impose any new performance fee, tax, royalty, or other charge relating to the public performance of sound recordings on a local radio station for broadcasting sound recordings over-the-air, or on any business for such public performance of sound recordings. 2023-01-11T13:28:16Z  
114-sconres-5 114 sconres 5 A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the International Decade for People of African Descent. International Affairs 2015-02-24 2015-02-24 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1079) Senate Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] MD D C000141 0 Supports the goals of the International Decade for People of African Descent. Encourages recognition of the history and achievements made by people of African descent. Reaffirms the importance of the full participation of people of African descent around the world in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life. Recognizes bilateral and multilateral efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to address racism, discrimination, and intolerance in the United States and around the globe. 2023-01-11T13:28:16Z  
114-sconres-3 114 sconres 3 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. Congress 2015-02-05 2015-05-18 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI] HI D S001194 1 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event on June 7, 2015, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I. 2023-01-11T13:27:22Z  
114-sconres-2 114 sconres 2 A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the First Special Service Force, in recognition of its superior service during World War II. Congress 2015-01-08 2015-01-12 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Senate Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] MT D T000464 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center on February 3, 2015, for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal to the First Special Service Force in recognition of its service during World War II. 2023-01-11T13:28:45Z  
114-sconres-1 114 sconres 1 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a carbon tax is not in the economic interest of the United States. Taxation 2015-01-07 2015-01-07 Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S66-67) Senate Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] LA R V000127 0 Expresses the sense of Congress that a carbon tax would be detrimental to families and businesses in the United States and is not in the interest of the United States. 2023-01-11T13:28:45Z  

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