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98-sconres-155 98 sconres 155 A concurrent resolution providing for a sine die adjournment of the Congress. Congress 1984-10-12 1984-10-12 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] TN R B000063 0 Provides for the sine die adjournment of the 98th Congress on October 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, or 19, 1984. 2021-06-29T21:26:32Z  
98-sconres-154 98 sconres 154 A concurrent resolution authorizing changes in the enrollment of H.R. 6163. Congress 1984-10-10 1984-10-11 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 6163 (Federal District Court Organization Act of 1984). 2021-06-29T21:26:32Z  
98-sconres-149 98 sconres 149 A concurrent resolution directing the Secretary of the Senate to make corrections in the enrollment of S. 543. Congress 1984-10-04 1984-10-04 Unanimous Consent Request to Consider S.C.R.149 Rejected in House. Senate Sen. Wallop, Malcolm [R-WY] WY R W000092 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 543 (Wyoming Wilderness Act of 1984). 2021-06-29T21:26:31Z  
98-sconres-150 98 sconres 150 A concurrent resolution directing the Secretary of the Senate to make corrections in the enrollment of S. 2303. Congress 1984-10-04 1984-10-04 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] UT R H000338 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 2303 (alcohol, drug abuse, and mental health block grants). 2021-06-29T21:26:31Z  
98-sconres-151 98 sconres 151 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 4164. Congress 1984-10-04 1984-10-04 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Stafford, Robert T. [R-VT] VT R S000776 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4164 (vocational education). 2021-06-29T21:26:32Z  
98-sconres-152 98 sconres 152 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress regarding the failure of the government of Bolivia to eradicate its illegal narcotics industry. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-10-04 1984-10-04 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL] FL R H000374 0 Expresses the concern of the Congress over the failure of Bolivia to eradicate its illegal narcotics industry. Expresses the intention of Congress to take into account as a major factor in its consideration of future direct and indirect aid to Bolivia any continued failure by Bolivia to eradicate such industry. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-153 98 sconres 153 A concurrent resolution to provide that each item of any general or special appropriation bill and any bill or joint resolution making supplemental, deficiency, or continuing appropriations that is agreed to by both Houses of the Congress in the same form shall be enrolled as a separate bill or joint resolution for presentation to the President. Economics and Public Finance 1984-10-04 1984-10-04 Referred to the Committee on Rules. Senate Sen. Mattingly, Mack [R-GA] GA R M000257 1 Provides that each item of any general or special appropriation bill and any bill or joint resolution making supplemental, deficiency, or continuing appropriations that is agreed to in the same form by both Houses of the Congress shall be enrolled as a separate bill or joint resolution for presentation to the President (line-item veto). 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-146 98 sconres 146 A concurrent resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the Treaty between the United States and Union of Soviet Socialist Republics on the limitation of Anti-Ballistic Missile System, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1984-10-03 1984-10-03 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Chafee, John H. [R-RI] RI R C000269 0 Declares that the President should: (1) continue to abide by the Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) Treaty with the Soviet Union; (2) pursue questions about compliance with the ABM Treaty through diplomatic channels; (3) undertake negotiations to strengthen and clarify the ABM treaty and resolve differences of interpretation regarding the Treaty; (4) obtain congressional approval before taking any actions that would be inconsistent with U.S. obligations under the ABM Treaty; and (5) report to the Congress on the status of programs which affect U.S. obligations under the ABM Treaty. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-147 98 sconres 147 A concurrent resolution expressing the support of the Congress for Costa Rica's neutrality and urging the President to support such neutrality. International Affairs 1984-10-03 1984-10-03 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 0 Expresses support for Costa Rica's neutrality and urges the President to support such neutrality. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-148 98 sconres 148 A concurrent resolution relating to the consequences of the recent Interstate Commerce Commission decision to approve the acquisition of American Commercial Lines by CSX Corporation. Commerce 1984-10-03 1984-10-03 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA] WA R G000333 3 Expresses the sense of Congress that the Interstate Commerce Commission decision to approve the acquisition of American Commercial Lines (a barge company) by CSX Corporation (a railroad company) misconstrues congressional intent with respect to intermodal ownership and should be reversed on appeal. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-145 98 sconres 145 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress concerning the reduction of tariffs by Japan. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-09-26 1984-10-02 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, International Trade Commission, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Treasury Department, State Department, Commerce Department, Agriculture Department. Senate Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] MT D B000243 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) Japan should reduce its tariffs on processed wood products, including plywood, particleboard, veneer, and lumber; and (2) any refusal to reduce such tariffs will impede the development of trade relations with the United States. 2025-01-03T20:54:05Z  
98-sconres-144 98 sconres 144 A concurrent resolution authorizing the rotunda of the United States Capitol to be used on January 21, 1985, in connection with the proceedings and ceremonies for the inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect of the United States. Government Operations and Politics 1984-09-18 1984-10-09 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol on January 21, 1985, in connection with proceedings and ceremonies for the inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect of the United States. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-143 98 sconres 143 A concurrent resolution disapproving the action of the President under title II of the Trade Act of 1974 with respect to import relief for unwrought copper. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-09-17 1984-09-19 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, International Trade Commission, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Treasury Department, State Department, Commerce Department. Senate Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] AZ D D000185 1 Expresses congressional disapproval of the President's action and determination relating to import relief for unwrought copper. 2025-01-03T20:54:05Z  
98-sconres-142 98 sconres 142 A concurrent resolution calling for the restoration of democracy in Chile. International Affairs 1984-09-13 1984-09-13 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 2 States that the Congress supports the Chilean people in their efforts to end the military dictatorship and restore democratic institutions and human rights in Chile. Provides that until Chile returns to democracy the United States should: (1) deny all military and economic assistance, including guarantees and loans from the Export-Import Bank and the Commodity Credit Corporation; and (2) oppose all loans and grants to Chile by the Inter-American Development Bank, the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, and the International Development Association, unless such assistance is directed to programs which serve the basic human needs of the people. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-140 98 sconres 140 A concurrent resolution authorizing the printing of a revised edition of the "Handbook for Small Businesses" as a Senate document. Congress 1984-09-12 1984-10-05 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Weicker, Lowell P., Jr. [R-CT] CT R W000253 1 Authorizes the printing of the revised edition of the Senate document entitled "Handbook for Small Business," including additional copies for the Senate and House Committees on Small Business. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-141 98 sconres 141 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill S. 1538. Congress 1984-09-12 1984-09-14 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] UT R H000338 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 1538 (Patent Law Amendments of 1984). 2021-06-29T21:26:28Z  
98-sconres-139 98 sconres 139 A concurrent resolution condemning South Africa's arrests and detentions of political opponents. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-09-11 1984-10-03 Referred to Subcommittee on Africa. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 3 States that: (1) the United States should not lend support to any South African constitutional reform arrangements which do not address the political aspirations of that nation's black majority; (2) the Congress condemns the South African Government's arbitrary arrests and detention of peaceful opponents to such government's constitutional arrangements; (3) the Congress is dismayed by such government's decision to defy and to bypass its high court's rulings in order to suppress lawful political opposition; and (4) the South African Government should terminate such practices and release those persons who have been imprisoned for expressing their political preferences. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-138 98 sconres 138 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should seek a six-month moratorium with the Soviet Union on the testing of nuclear warheads in order to negotiate a mutual and verifiable comprehensive test ban treaty. International Affairs 1984-09-06 1984-09-06 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Proxmire, William [D-WI] WI D P000553 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) immediately seek a six-month verifiable moratorium with the Soviet Union on the testing of nuclear devices; (2) utilize such moratorium to negotiate a verifiable comprehensive nuclear test ban with the Soviet Union; and (3) request the advice and consent of the Senate to the ratification of the Threshold Test Ban Treaty of 1974 and the Peaceful Nuclear Explosions Treaty of 1976. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-137 98 sconres 137 A concurrent resolution relating to funding for scientific and cultural exchange agreements between the United States and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. International Affairs 1984-09-05 1984-09-05 Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. Senate Sen. Matsunaga, Spark M. [D-HI] HI D M000250 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that funding should be provided to carry out existing scientific exchange agreements between the United States and the Soviet Union. 2025-01-14T18:18:18Z  
98-sconres-135 98 sconres 135 A concurrent resolution reaffirming the United States commitment to furnishing international population and family planning assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. International Affairs 1984-08-09 1984-08-09 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR] OR R P000009 24 Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to the furnishing of population assistance. Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) U.S. policy toward furnishing such assistance should continue; and (2) the President should not deny funds to any multilateral institution or nongovernmental or private and voluntary organization because of their participation in family planning activities that are financed with funds from non-Federal sources as long as those activities are in accordance with U.S. laws. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-136 98 sconres 136 A concurrent resolution to correct technical errors in the enrollment of the bill S. 1546. Congress 1984-08-09 1984-09-10 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR] OR R P000009 2 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 1546 (Deepwater Port Act Amendments of 1983). 2021-06-29T21:26:26Z  
98-sconres-134 98 sconres 134 A concurrent resolution congratulating Mary T. Meagher for her accomplishments in the XXIII Olympiad. Sports and Recreation 1984-08-08 1984-08-08 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Huddleston, Walter (Dee) [D-KY] KY D H000905 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that Mary T. Meagher be congratulated for her accomplishments in the XXIII Olympiad and urges all young Americans to draw inspiration from the example provided by her. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-133 98 sconres 133 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that television stations should publicize kidnapped children cases. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-08-07 1984-08-07 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL] FL R H000374 6 Expresses the sense of Congress that the major television networks, their affiliates, and independent stations should broadcast public service announcements publicizing kidnapped children cases. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-132 98 sconres 132 A concurrent resolution congratulating Joan Benoit of Freeport, Maine for winning a gold medal in the XXIII Olympiad. Sports and Recreation 1984-08-06 1984-08-06 Introduced in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1103. By unanimous consent. Senate Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME] ME D M000811 1 Congratulates Joan Benoit for her outstanding accomplishment in the XXIII Olympiad and urges all young American athletes to draw inspiration from the example of discipline, training, hard work, and ability provided by her. 2021-06-29T21:26:25Z  
98-sconres-131 98 sconres 131 A concurrent resolution concerning Bulgaria's abuses of the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under cover of TIR Carnets in facilitating the transportation of illicit narcotics, smuggled arms, and terrorists. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1984-08-02 1984-08-02 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 4 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should request, in accordance with the Customs Convention on the International Transport of Goods under Cover of TIR Carnets, that the Secretary General of the United Nations convene a review conference to determine what steps should be taken to end Bulgaria's abuses of that Convention in facilitating the transportation of illicit narcotics, arms, and terrorists; and (2) the President should encourage other parties to the TIR Convention to use procedures provided in the Convention to end such abuses by Bulgaria. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-130 98 sconres 130 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should assure an adequate flow of affordable credit to farmers and should assure fair treatment to agricultural borrowers. Agriculture and Food 1984-06-29 1984-08-07 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. Senate Sen. Exon, J. James [D-NE] NE D E000284 6 Expresses the sense of Congress that the President, in cooperation with the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, should: (1) exercise appropriate authority to assure that an adequate flow of credit be available to American farmers at reasonable rates; and (2) take noninflationary actions necessary to reduce interest rates. 2021-06-29T21:26:25Z  
98-sconres-128 98 sconres 128 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics should provide the United States Government with specific information as to the whereabouts, health, and legal status of Andrei Sakharov and Yelena Bonner, and for other purposes. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-28 1984-06-28 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Tsongas, Paul E. [D-MA] MA D T000393 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that, in accordance with the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (Final Act) and other specified human rights agreements, the Soviet Union should provide the U.S. Government with information on the whereabouts, health, and legal status of Andrei Sakharov and Yelena Bonner. Urges the Soviet Union to void all charges against Yelena Bonner, issue her an exit visa in order to obtain medical care outside of the Soviet Union, and allow them to live in the country of their choice. Urges the President to: (1) protest the Soviet Union's continued refusal to provide such information and to issue Yelena Bonner an exit visa; and (2) call upon all other signatory nations of the Final Act to join in such protests. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-129 98 sconres 129 A concurrent resolution relating to space rescue. International Affairs 1984-06-28 1984-06-28 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Matsunaga, Spark M. [D-HI] HI D M000250 8 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should seek agreements with other nations: (1) to plan for space station activities that would permit space rescue operations; and (2) for exchange of scientific and technical information that would aid such space rescue operations pursuant to specified space and rescue agreements. Urges the President to examine other opportunities for mutually beneficial international coordination of U.S. permanent space station programs. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-126 98 sconres 126 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress that the State of Montana shall be designated as the official Gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics. Sports and Recreation 1984-06-27 1984-06-27 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] MT D B000243 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the State of Montana shall be designated as the official gateway to the 1988 Calgary Olympics. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
98-sconres-127 98 sconres 127 A concurrent resolution to authorize the use of the west front steps of the United States Capitol Building on August 14, 1984, to honor the men and women of the United States Olympic Teams. Sports and Recreation 1984-06-27 1984-06-29 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] AK R S000888 0 Authorizes the use of the west front steps of the U.S. Capitol on August 14, 1984, to honor the men and women of the U.S. Olympic Team. Directs that preparations for such activities be made by the Architect of the Capitol. 2021-06-29T21:26:24Z  
98-sconres-125 98 sconres 125 A concurrent resolution entitled the "Common Security Resolution". International Affairs 1984-06-19 1984-06-19 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI] RI D P000193 7 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should be encouraged in his efforts to achieve cuts in the amounts of nuclear weapons held by each nation and to establish a lasting peace. Calls upon him to direct consideration within the Government and to initiate discussions with the Soviets concerning the Joint Statement of Agreed Principles for Disarmanent Negotiations. Requests the President to: (1) report to the Congress by December 31, 1984, regarding the steps he has taken with respect to this resolution; and (2) submit a final report to the Congress by September 30, 1985, on the U.S. Government's reassessment of the Joint Statement and the progress made in discussions with the Soviets. Encourages private organizations, foundations, and citizens to assess the continued relevance of the Joint Statement and to determine a practical approach to achieve the agreed principles set forth therein. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-124 98 sconres 124 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Senior Companion Program be commended on its 10th anniversary for its success in providing volunteer opportunities for older Americans. Social Welfare 1984-06-15 1984-06-26 Referred to Subcommittee on Family and Human Services. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 30 Commends the Senior Companion Program on its tenth anniversary for its success in providing volunteer opportunities for older Americans. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
98-sconres-122 98 sconres 122 A concurrent resolution to provide for a Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-14 1984-06-29 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 3 Establishes a Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies to make the necessary arrangements for the presidential inauguration in January 1985. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-123 98 sconres 123 A concurrent resolution relating to payment of attorneys' fees to the family of Baby Jane Doe. Private Legislation 1984-06-14 1984-06-19 Referred to Subcommittee on Administrative Practice&Procedure. Senate Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN] MN R D000566 1 Expresses the sense of Congress that payment of attorneys' fees should be awarded to the family of Baby Jane Doe (a baby born with severe mental and physical impairments), the family allegedly having been forced to undergo a lengthy court process involving the Department of Justice concerning a medical decision for the baby made by such family. 2026-01-07T14:45:52Z  
98-sconres-121 98 sconres 121 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the nondelivery in the Soviet Union of certain mail from the United States, and for other purposes. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-11 1984-06-28 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Boschwitz, Rudy [R-MN] MN R B000647 20 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should express to the Soviet Union the U.S. disapproval of the Soviet Union's: (1) systematic nondelivery of U.S. mail addressed to persons in the Soviet Union; and (2) violation of specified treaties governing international mail. States that at the meeting of the Congress of the Universal Postal Union in Hamburg, Germany, U.S. representatives should: (1) bring such violations to the attention of the Union; (2) request that an investigation of such violations be conducted by the Union; and (3) consider possible sanctions against the Soviet Union for such violations. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-118 98 sconres 118 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the portion of the street in the District of Columbia on which is located the Embassy of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and the portion of any street in any other city in the United States on which is located a consular office or mission of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, should be named Andrei Sakharov Avenue. Government Operations and Politics 1984-06-08 1984-09-25 Committee on Governmental Affairs received executive comment from National Capital Planning Association. Senate Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] IA R G000386 23 Expresses the sense of Congress that the portion of the street in the District of Columbia on which is located the Embassy of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and the portion of any street in any other city in the United States on which is located a consular office or mission of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, should be named Andrei Sakharov Avenue. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
98-sconres-119 98 sconres 119 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress concerning infringements of religious freedom by the Governments of the Warsaw pact states. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-06-08 1984-10-04 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI] RI D P000193 23 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Condemns the infringement of religious freedom by the Warsaw Pact states. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should raise the failure of the Warsaw Pact states to fulfill commitments on religious freedom undertaken in the Helsinki Final Act and to respect international law on human rights in the area of religion at every appropriate international forum, including all of the meetings of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, and appropriate gatherings of the United Nations. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-120 98 sconres 120 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the legislatures of the States should develop and enact legislation designed to provide child victims of sexual assault with protection and assistance during administrative and judicial proceedings. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-06-08 1984-10-01 Referred to House Committee on The Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL] FL R H000374 16 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the National Conference of State Legislatures should survey the States to compile and categorize child protection legislation. Declares that State legislatures should consider and enact laws which contain innovative approaches to the handling of child sexual abuse cases and which protect the victims' legal rights. Specifies a list of considerations including: (1) the establishment of interdisciplinary teams of professionals; (2) the selection of a victim-witness advocate; (3) the establishment of special procedures for child-victim testimony; and (4) the establishment of procedures to check the criminal records of adults working with children. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
98-sconres-117 98 sconres 117 A concurrent resolution relating to the promotion of technological innovation in computer software and the protection of computer software. Commerce 1984-06-07 1984-06-19 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, International Trade Commission, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Treasury Department, State Department, Commerce Department. Senate Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] NJ D L000123 19 Expresses the sense of Congress that copyright protection is essential for computer software and lack of such protection or the use of other legal protections incorporating compulsory licensing would undermine the computer software industry here and abroad. States that any nation's withdrawal of copyright protection or instigation of broad compulsory licensing of software should be opposed under the Universal Copyright Convention or through other avenues. 2025-01-03T19:04:17Z  
98-sconres-116 98 sconres 116 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Reagan Administration and succeeding Administrations express to the People's Republic of China, as a continuing concern, the importance the American people attach to religious freedom, and to strongly urge that government to release from prison the five elderly Roman Catholic priests, a number of Protestant pastors and layworkers, and others of various faiths, reportedly being held on charges related to religious activities. International Affairs 1984-05-17 1984-05-17 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 8 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Reagan administration and succeeding administrations: (1) stress to China the importance the American people attach to religious freedom; and (2) urge the Chinese Government to release from prison five Roman Catholic priests and persons of various faiths who are being held because of religious activities. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-114 98 sconres 114 A concurrent resolution calling on the President of the United States to propose a permanent fixed site or sites for the Olympic Games. Sports and Recreation 1984-05-16 1984-05-16 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME] ME D M000811 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the President should develop and submit to the International Olympic Committee a proposal that the Olympic games be held at a permanent fixed site; and (2) such proposal is being recommended on the basis of compliance to specified conditions by the host nation. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-115 98 sconres 115 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the International Olympic Committee should establish a permanent facility for the Olympic games, to insulate the games from international politics. Sports and Recreation 1984-05-16 1984-05-16 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Bradley, Bill [D-NJ] NJ D B001225 15 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the International Olympic Committee should establish a permanent Olympic facility on a site that insulates the games from international politics. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-113 98 sconres 113 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Elena Bonner should be allowed to emigrate from the Soviet Union for the purpose of seeking medical treatment, urging that the President protest the continued violation of human rights in the Soviet Union, including the rights of Andrei Sakharov and Elena Bonner, and for other purposes. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-05-10 1984-05-16 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Tsongas, Paul E. [D-MA] MA D T000393 7 Expresses the sense of the Congress that, in accordance with the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe and other specified human rights agreements, the Soviet Union should permit Elena Bonner to obtain medical treatment outside of that country and allow her and Andrei Sakharov to live in the country of their choice. Urges the President to: (1) protest the detention of and charges against Elena Bonner and the continued refusal of an exit visa to her, and to call upon the Soviet Union to meet Doctor Sakharov's hunger strike demands; and (2) call upon other signatory nations of the Final Act of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe to join in such protests and urge that the Sakharovs be allowed to emigrate to the country of their choice. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-112 98 sconres 112 A concurrent resolution requesting the President to call on pertinent member nations of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and on Japan to meet their respective commitments to increase defense spending in 1983 and 1984. International Affairs 1984-05-08 1984-05-08 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Proxmire, William [D-WI] WI D P000553 0 Requests the President to call on the pertinent members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and on Japan to meet or exceed their pledges for at least a three percent real increase in defense spending in 1983 and 1984. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-110 98 sconres 110 A concurrent resolution in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the unanimous decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Brown v. Board of Education. Social Sciences and History 1984-05-03 1984-05-03 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 29 Praises the decision of the Supreme Court in Brown v. Board of Education, invalidating the doctrine of "separate but equal." Designates May 17, 1984, as a national day of commemoration of that decision. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
98-sconres-111 98 sconres 111 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding a mutual and verifiable moratorium on any further deployment of sea-launched cruise missiles equipped with nuclear warheads, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1984-05-03 1984-06-13 Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 11 States that the President should: (1) urge the Soviet Union to return to the START (Strategic Arms Reduction Talks) and INF (Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces) negotiations; (2) include in such negotiations a discussion of sea-launched cruise missiles equipped with nuclear warheads with a view toward their elimination from the arsenals of the United States and the Soviet Union; and (3) propose to the Soviet Union a mutual and verifiable moratorium on any further deployment of such missiles pending the implementation of a final START or INF agreement. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-109 98 sconres 109 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal Government take immediate steps to support a national STORM program. Science, Technology, Communications 1984-05-02 1984-10-11 Referred to House Committee on Science and Technology. Senate Sen. Hollings, Ernest F. [D-SC] SC D H000725 25 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Federal Government take immediate steps to support funding for a national storm-scale operational and research meteorological (STORM) program under the leadership of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of the Department of Commerce, with the cooperation of other interested and appropriate departments and agencies. Sets forth certain times the President should submit to Congress proposed activities of the program, including budgetary requirements, progress reports, and a statement of activities. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-108 98 sconres 108 A concurrent resolution to honor Elmer R. Rasmuson. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1984-04-26 1984-04-26 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] AK R S000888 1 Commends Elmer E. Rasmuson for his contributions to the International North Pacific Fisheries Commission and for the promotion of its goals and purposes. 2021-06-29T21:26:18Z  
98-sconres-107 98 sconres 107 A concurrent resolution authorizing the rotunda of the Capitol to be used from May 25, 1984, through May 28, 1984, for the unknown American of the Vietnam era to lie in state. Congress 1984-04-25 1984-05-02 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] TN R B000063 1 (Text inserted in H. C. Res. 280 as passed Senate) Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the U.S. Capitol, from May 25-28, 1984, for the remains of the unknown American of the Vietnam era to lie in state. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-106 98 sconres 106 An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1985, 1986, and 1987 and revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal year 1984. Economics and Public Finance 1984-04-18 1984-05-18 Senate agreed to companion measure H.CON.RES. 280 in lieu of this measure by Yea-Nay Vote. 41-34. Record Vote No: 103. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 0 Revises the concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1984 and sets forth the first concurrent resolution on the budget for FY 1985 and the appropriate budgetary levels for FY 1986 and 1987. Recommends levels of Federal revenues of $665,400,000,000 for FY 1984, $743,700,000,000 for FY 1985, $811,000,000,000 for FY 1986, and $882,600,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount by which the aggregate levels of Federal revenues should be changed at $2,400,000,000 for FY 1984, $10,700,000,000 for FY 1985, $16,100,000,000 for FY 1986, and $19,100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts for Federal Insurance Contributions Act revenues for hospital insurance within the recommended levels of Federal revenues at $39,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $45,600,000,000 for FY 1985, $52,600,000,000 for FY 1986, and $57,900,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts for Federal Insurance Contributions Act revenues for old-age, survivors and disability insurance within the recommended levels of Federal revenues at $166,800,000,000 for FY 1984, $189,500,000,000 for FY 1985, $206,900,000,000 for FY 1986, and $223,700,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the appropriate levels of total new budget authority at $914,100,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,010,600,000,000 for FY 1985, $1,106,400,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,209,700,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of total budget outlays are $855,300,000,000 for FY 1984, $924,400,000,000 for FY 1985, $996,600,000,000 for FY 1986, and $1,086,100,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amount of deficits in the budget which are appropriate in the light of economic conditions and all other relevant factors at $189,900,000,000 for FY 1984, $180,700,000,000 for FY 1985, $185,600,000,000 for FY 1986, and $203,500,000,000 for FY 1987. States that the appropriate levels of public debt are $1,596,200,000,000 for FY 1984, $1,843,300,000,000 for FY 1985, $2,105,300,000,000 for FY 1986, and $2,394,900,000,000 for FY 1987. Sets the amounts by which the temporary statutory limits on such debt should be accordingly increased at $… 2025-01-14T18:22:18Z  
98-sconres-104 98 sconres 104 A concurrent resolution relating to the adjournment of the Senate and House of Representatives until April 24, 1984. Congress 1984-04-12 1984-04-12 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] TN R B000063 0 Provides for an adjournment of the Senate and the House of Representatives from April 12, 13, or 14, 1984, until April 24, 1984. 2021-06-29T21:26:15Z  
98-sconres-105 98 sconres 105 A concurrent resolution expressing support for the United States to pursue vigorously any outstanding arms control compliance concerns through appropriate confidential channels, and at the same time to continue to carry out its obligations and commitments under, and otherwise continue to abide by, the provisions of existing strategic arms agreements. International Affairs 1984-04-12 1984-06-13 Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held. Senate Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR] AR D B001057 25 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) pursue with the Soviet Union the resolution of concerns over compliance with strategic and other arms control agreements through the Standing Consultative Commission and other diplomatic channels; and (2) continue its commitments under such agreements as long as the Soviet Union continues to observe such agreements, or until a new agreement is concluded. Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should consider the impact of any changes to his policy regarding such agreements on the long-term security interests of the United States and its allies. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-103 98 sconres 103 A concurrent resolution providing for an adjournment of the Senate from April 11, 12, or 13, 1984 to April 24, 1984 and an adjournment of the House from April 12, or 13, 1984 to April 24, 1984. Congress 1984-04-11 1984-04-11 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] TN R B000063 0 Provides for an adjournment of the Senate from April 11, 12, or 13 to April 24, 1984, and an adjournment of the House from April 12 or 13 to April 24, 1984. 2021-06-29T21:26:15Z  
98-sconres-102 98 sconres 102 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of H.R. 4169. Congress 1984-04-05 1984-04-10 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Simpson, Alan K. [R-WY] WY R S000429 1 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 4169 (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1983). 2021-06-29T21:26:14Z  
98-sconres-101 98 sconres 101 A concurrent resolution to commemorate the Ukrainian famine of 1933. International Affairs 1984-03-30 1984-09-12 Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered favorably reported H.Con.Res. 111 in lieu of this measure. Senate Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY] NY R D000018 39 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should take steps to: (1) issue a proclamation commemorating the Ukrainian famine of 1933; (2) issue a warning that the continued enslavement of the Ukrainian nation is a threat to world peace; and (3) convey to the Soviet people U.S. sentiments for the recovery of Ukrainian freedom and independence. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-100 98 sconres 100 A concurrent resolution concerning the drilling ship Glomar Java Sea. International Affairs 1984-03-22 1984-03-22 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME] ME D M000811 19 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should instruct the U.S. delegation to the United Nations to request the Secretary General to seek the cooperation of Vietnam with the United States and specified other countries in ascertaining the whereabouts of the crewmen of the sunken U.S. vessel Glomar Java Sea. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-99 98 sconres 99 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Federal bank regulatory agencies should require their examiners to exercise caution and restraint in adversely classifying loans made to farmers and ranchers. Agriculture and Food 1984-03-21 1984-04-24 Committee on Banking received executive comment from Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Senate Sen. Huddleston, Walter (Dee) [D-KY] KY D H000905 14 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that the Federal bank regulatory agencies should require their examiners to exercise caution and restraint in adversely classifying loans made to agricultural borrowers. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
98-sconres-97 98 sconres 97 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to furnishing assistance under the Central America Democracy, Peace and Development Initiative Act. International Affairs 1984-03-12 1984-03-12 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN] MN R D000566 2 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should not furnish assistance authorized by the Central America Democracy, Peace and Development Initiative Act (now pending before Congress) to any Central American country unless such assistance is authorized in a joint resolution that is accorded congressional priority procedures under the International Security Assistance and Arms Export Control Act of 1976 and which outlines past and anticipated progress in each recipient country toward the goals set forth in the Central America Democracy, Peace and Development Initiative Act. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-98 98 sconres 98 A concurrent resolution to commend the efforts of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Centennial Commission. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1984-03-12 1984-03-12 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Quayle, Dan [R-IN] IN R Q000007 4 Commends the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Centennial Commission for its efforts to: (1) restore and preserve the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island; (2) establish a lasting memorial to the immigrants who created America; (3) plan and implement centennial celebration events; (4) develop plans ensuring continuing support of the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island National Monument; and (5) raise $230,000,000 to accomplish these goals. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
98-sconres-96 98 sconres 96 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should submit a revised budget proposal which contains provisions to reduce the Federal deficit by at least $200 billion over the next three years. Economics and Public Finance 1984-02-22 1984-02-22 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Chiles, Lawton [D-FL] FL D C000356 30 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that the President should submit a revised budget proposal containing specific provisions to reduce the Federal deficit by a total of at least $200,000,000,000 over the next three fiscal years. Calls for the Congress to act expeditiously through legislative procedures to consider such proposals and enact a deficit reduction package. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
98-sconres-95 98 sconres 95 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that funding levels for Federal foreign language and international education and exchange programs should be maintained or increased. Education 1984-02-21 1984-02-21 Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 6 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the FY 1985 funding levels for Federal foreign language and international education and exchange programs should be maintained or increased above the FY 1984 levels. 2025-01-14T18:18:18Z  
98-sconres-94 98 sconres 94 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the president of Syria should permit Jewish emigration. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-02-08 1984-10-11 Referred to House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 6 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President of Syria should permit Syrian Jews to emigrate from Syria to the United States. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-93 98 sconres 93 A concurrent resolution authorizing the Rotunda of the United States Capitol to be used on April 30, 1984, for a ceremony commemorating the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust. Congress 1984-02-07 1984-02-29 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ] NJ D L000123 5 Authorizes the use of the rotunda of the United States Capitol on April 30, 1984, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. for a ceremony commemorating the Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust. Requires that the physical preparations for the conduct of the ceremony be carried out under the direction of the Architect of the Capitol. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-91 98 sconres 91 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 relating to installment sales and the regulations prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury under such provisions, or any other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code or regulations, should not be modified or amended in any way that will alter the manner in which mortgage backed builder bond transactions are currently taxed. Housing and Community Development 1984-02-02 1984-02-07 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, Treasury Department. Senate Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] AZ D D000185 9 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code relating to installment sales and the regulations relating to such sales should not be modified or amended in any way that will alter the manner in which mortgage-backed builder bond transactions are currently taxed. 2025-01-03T20:54:05Z  
98-sconres-92 98 sconres 92 A concurrent resolution to bring about the prompt and orderly withdrawal of the United States Armed Forces participating in the Multinational Force in Lebanon. Armed Forces and National Security 1984-02-02 1984-02-02 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] DE D B000444 31 Declares U.S. policy toward Lebanon should include: (1) the prompt withdrawal of U.S. armed forces from the multinational force in Lebanon; (2) a diplomatic effort at the United Nations to replace the multinational force with another peacekeeping force, preferably under U.N. auspices; (3) advising Lebanon of their need to develop a plan which recognizes the aspirations of all groups there; (4) development of diplomatic efforts with Syria to achieve acceptance by Syria of a reconciliation plan for Lebanon; (5) promotion of a dialog between Israel and Lebanon concerning security arrangements and a reconciliation plan for Lebanon; (6) continuation of other efforts to achieve the withdrawal of foreign troops from Lebanon and the reestablishment of a sovereign Lebanon; (7) renewal of efforts to pursue a broader Middle East peace; (8) intensification of U.S. efforts to retrain and reequip the Lebanese Armed Forces; (9) implementation of an economic assistance program for the reconstruction and development of Lebanon; and (10) implementation of military contingency plans to protect U.S. interests from terrorist attacks. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-90 98 sconres 90 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the president of Syria should permit Jewish immigration. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1984-02-01 1984-02-01 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 1 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President of Syria should permit Syrian Jews to emigrate from Syria. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-87 98 sconres 87 A concurrent resolution relating to the dismantling of nontariff trade barriers of the Japanese to the import of beef. Agriculture and Food 1984-01-24 1984-01-24 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] MT D B000243 22 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) U.S. negotiators, in negotiations with Japan, should insist that Japan dismantle all nontariff barriers to imports of beef; and (2) if progress is not made toward the dismantling of such nontariff barriers by a specified time, the U.S. Trade Representative should seek appropriate relief under U.S. and international trade law. 2021-06-29T21:26:10Z  
98-sconres-88 98 sconres 88 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of State should request the Organization of American States to consider as soon as possible the question of the involvement by the Government of Cuba in drug dealing, smuggling, and trafficking in the Western Hemisphere. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-01-24 1984-01-24 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Chiles, Lawton [D-FL] FL D C000356 23 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of State should request the Organization of American States to consider the question of the involvement by Cuba in drug trafficking and the need for international inspections and factfinding hearings regarding such problem. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-89 98 sconres 89 A concurrent resolution urging the President to direct the Permanent Representative of the United States to the United Nations to bring before the United Nations the question of the involvement by the Government of Cuba in drug dealing, smuggling, and trafficking. Crime and Law Enforcement 1984-01-24 1984-01-24 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Chiles, Lawton [D-FL] FL D C000356 23 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should take steps to place the question of the involvement by Cuba in drug trafficking on the United Nations' agenda and to request of U.N. agencies investigations and reports regarding such problem. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-86 98 sconres 86 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the persecution of members of the Baha'i religion in Iran by the Government of Iran. International Affairs 1983-11-15 1984-06-15 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 65 States that the Congress: (1) holds Iran responsible for upholding the rights of the Baha'is; (2) condemns Iran's decision to destroy the Baha'i faith; and (3) calls upon the President to work with appropriate foreign governments to form an appeal to Iran concerning the Baha'is, to cooperate with the United Nations in its efforts on behalf of the Baha'is, and to provide humanitarian assistance for Baha'is who flee Iran. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-85 98 sconres 85 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress on allowing Vladimir Feltsman freedom to travel. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1983-11-10 1983-11-17 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI] RI D P000193 28 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the Soviet Union should allow Vladimir Feltsman to travel with his family to perform in the United States. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-84 98 sconres 84 A concurrent resolution to encourage State and local governments to focus on the problems of child custody, child support, and related domestic issues. Families 1983-11-04 1983-11-04 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN] MN R D000566 6 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) State and local governments must focus on child support, custody, visitation rights, and other related domestic issues properly within their jurisdictions; (2) all involved in the domestic relations process should assign highest priority to such issues for the sake of children's health and welfare; (3) Congress must strengthen the existing child support enforcement system and make it available to all children; and (4) a mutual recognition of the needs of all parties in divorce actions will greatly enhance the health and welfare of the Nation's children and families. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
98-sconres-83 98 sconres 83 Commission on Pay Equity Labor and Employment 1983-11-02 1983-11-02 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Evans, Daniel J. [R-WA] WA R E000236 10 Commission on Pay Equity - Establishes the Commission on Pay Equity which shall: (1) retain a private contractor to conduct a pilot study to determine whether the compensation system for job classes within the legislative branch of Government complies with Federal pay equity laws; (2) establish a comprehensive plan to ensure pay equity if the study shows that wage differentials for men and women exist; and (3) recommend methods to ensure the effective implementation of pay equity laws applicable to the legislative branch and otherwise to ensure pay equity in the legislative branch. Directs the Commission to submit to Congress appropriate interim reports and a final report within one year after its first meeting. Terminates the Commission 30 days after submission of such final report. Requires payment of Commission expenses from the contingent fund of the Senate. 2025-08-29T17:39:16Z  
98-sconres-82 98 sconres 82 A concurrent resolution expressing sympathy and condolences on the tragic killing of Koreans in Burma. International Affairs 1983-11-01 1983-11-10 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] AK R M001085 3 States that the Congress: (1) expresses its condolences to the families of the Koreans who were killed in Burma; (2) reaffirms the friendship between the people of the United States and Korea; and (3) condemns such killings and calls upon the international community to combat terrorism and punish the perpetrators of such acts. 2021-06-29T21:26:08Z  
98-sconres-80 98 sconres 80 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should take all steps necessary to bring the question of self-determination of the Baltic States before the United Nations, and for the other purposes. International Affairs 1983-10-27 1984-02-07 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 31 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United States should fulfill its obligations to promote respect for human rights and freedoms in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania (Baltic States); and (2) the President, acting through specified officials, should take the necessary steps to bring the question of self-determination of the Baltic States before appropriate forums of the United Nations. Suggests that such forums discuss a specified list of topics, including human rights violations in the Baltic States and the withdrawal of Soviet troops. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-81 98 sconres 81 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to the urgency of extending the Japanese automobile export restraints beyond March 31, 1984, at the current level of one million six hundred eighty thousand vehicles, to foster recovery and reduce high unemployment in the American automobile industry. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1983-10-27 1983-11-01 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, International Trade Commission, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Treasury Department, State Department, Commerce Department. Senate Sen. Quayle, Dan [R-IN] IN R Q000007 19 Expresses the sense of the Congress that, in order to reduce high unemployment and to foster the recovery of the U.S. automobile industry and to avoid the further deterioration of U.S. trade, the President should urge the Japanese to extend beyond March 31, 1984, the present automobile export restraints. 2021-06-29T21:26:08Z  
98-sconres-79 98 sconres 79 A concurrent resolution to request the President to urge the Government of Japan to import United States coal. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1983-10-26 1983-10-26 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 18 Expresses the sense of the Congress that on the President's visit to Japan, he should express to Japan that: (1) action must be taken to reduce the current balance-of-trade deficit; (2) the reduction of the trade imbalance is critical to future U.S.-Japan trade relations; and (3) Japan should announce its commitment to purchase one-third of its metallurgical and steam coal from the United States. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
98-sconres-78 98 sconres 78 Commission on Civil Rights Resolution Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 1983-10-25 1983-10-25 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] PA R S000709 53 Commission on Civil Rights Resolution - Establishes within the legislative branch an eight member Commission on Civil Rights (Commission). Provides rules of procedure for Commission hearings. Requires the Commission to: (1) investigate allegations of citizens' being denied their right to vote by reason of their color, religion, sex, age, handicap or national origin; (2) study and collect information concerning discrimination or a denial of equal protection; (3) appraise Federal laws and policy with respect to discrimination and the denial of equal protection; and (4) serve as a national clearinghouse for such information. Prohibits the Commission from investigating any membership practice or internal operation of any fraternal organization, college or university fraternity or sorority, private club or religious organization. Prohibits the Commission from collecting or studying information with respect to abortion. Directs the Commission to appraise the laws and policies of the Federal Government with respect to denials of equal protection involving Americans who are members of eastern - and southern - European ethic groups. 2025-08-29T17:41:03Z  
98-sconres-77 98 sconres 77 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that Fire Prevention Week, 1983, should be observed with appropriate activities and remembrances. Emergency Management 1983-10-07 1983-10-07 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA] WA R G000333 2 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) Fire Prevention Week, 1983, should be observed with appropriate activities; and (2) firefighters who have died while performing official duties be honored appropriately at the Annual National Observance Services for Fallen Firefighters on October 16, 1983, at the Federal training center in Emmitsburg, Maryland. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
98-sconres-74 98 sconres 74 A concurrent resolution to encourage and support the people of Afghanistan in their struggle to be free from foreign domination. International Affairs 1983-10-06 1984-10-04 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Tsongas, Paul E. [D-MA] MA D T000393 75 (Measure passed Senate, amended, roll call #270 (97-0)) Declares that it should be U.S. policy to: (1) support the people of Afghanistan to continue their struggle to be free of foreign domination; (2) support the Afghans in their fight for freedom; and (3) pursue a negotiated settlement of the war in Afghanistan based on the total withdrawal of Soviet troops and the recognition of the right of the Afghans to choose their own destiny. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-75 98 sconres 75 A concurrent resolution favoring a National Museum of the United States Army. Arts, Culture, Religion 1983-10-06 1984-09-05 Referred to House Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 26 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Encourages the historical preservation of U.S. military material culture and the education of its citizens in their military heritage. Recognizes the contributions made by the land forces of the United States. Encourages the establishment of a National Museum of the United States Army. 2025-06-06T14:17:56Z  
98-sconres-76 98 sconres 76 A concurrent resolution to congratulate Lech Walesa, leader of the independent Polish trade union Solidarity, on being awarded the 1983 Nobel Peace Prize. International Affairs 1983-10-06 1983-11-17 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 3 Congratulates Lech Walesa on being awarded of the 1983 Nobel Peace Prize. 2024-02-07T11:38:03Z  
98-sconres-72 98 sconres 72 A concurrent resolution calling on the President to appoint a special envoy for Northern Ireland. International Affairs 1983-10-05 1983-10-05 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 14 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should appoint a special envoy to investigate and report on how the United States could assist Ireland, Great Britain, and communities in Northern Ireland to arrive at a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Northern Ireland. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-73 98 sconres 73 An original concurrent resolution relating to the coordination of monetary and fiscal policies. Economics and Public Finance 1983-10-05 1983-10-05 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 456. Senate Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT] UT R G000072 0 Declares that it is the sense of Congress that there should be coordination of fiscal and monetary policy to reduce interest rates and that the Federal Reserve should: (1) continue to guide its behavior by reference to monetary and credit aggregates; (2) follow a monetary policy consistent with a continued reduction of interest rates; and (3) strive for greater stability in the growth rates of the monetary aggregates. Directs the Federal Reserve Board to include in its reports to Congress an analysis of the effects in current and prospective years on credit markets and the economy: (1) of the Federal budgets deficits or surpluses projected for the next three fiscal years in certain presidential and congressional documents; and (2) of alternative deficits or surpluses. 2025-01-14T18:20:21Z  
98-sconres-71 98 sconres 71 A concurrent resolution deploring the assassination of Benigno Aquino, calling for the conduct of a thorough, independent and impartial investigation and calling for free and fair elections in the Philippines. International Affairs 1983-10-03 1983-10-03 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 10 States that Congress: (1) deplores assassination of Benigno Aquino; and (2) expresses its condolences to his family and to all Filipinos. Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) steps should be taken to achieve an independent investigation of the Aquino assassination and to bring to justice those responsible for his death; and (2) the President should not visit the Philippines until there has been an accounting of the assassination and until the President's security can be guaranteed. States that it should be U.S. policy to: (1) support fair elections to the National Assembly in May 1984; and (2) urge the Philippine Government to take steps to secure the full participation of the opposition parties in those elections, including the reconstitution of an impartial electoral commission and the restoration of freedom of the press. Urges the United States in conducting its relations with the Philippine government to take into account the investigation and the fairness of the 1984 National Assembly elections. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-70 98 sconres 70 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding actions the President should take to commemorate the anniversary of the Ukrainian famine of 1932-1933. International Affairs 1983-09-29 1983-11-16 Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service. Senate Sen. Hollings, Ernest F. [D-SC] SC D H000725 61 Condemns the Soviet Union's systematic disregard for human life and liberties and urges the President to: (1) proclaim May 28, 1984, as a day to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the introduction of the original resolution on the Ukrainian famine in the House of Representatives; (2) call the attention of the world to the Soviet policies which caused Ukrainian deaths by famine during 1932 through 1933; and (3) urge the Soviet Union to remove restrictions on the shipment of food and other necessities to Soviet citizens by private individuals and charitable organizations. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-69 98 sconres 69 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of Transportation should make available for civilian use certain satellite-directed navigational aids developed by the Department of Defense for the guidance of aircraft. Transportation and Public Works 1983-09-26 1984-05-23 Subcommittee on Aviation. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 98-856. Senate Sen. Percy, Charles H. [R-IL] IL R P000222 4 Expresses the sense of Congress that the Secretary of Transportation should make available for civilian use the Global Positioning System (a system which provides navigational information to aircraft). 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-68 98 sconres 68 A concurrent resolution to correct the enrollment of S. 602. Congress 1983-09-20 1983-09-22 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] TN R B000063 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 602 (broadcasting to Cuba). 2021-06-29T21:26:01Z  
98-sconres-67 98 sconres 67 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that it is not appropriate at this time to transfer ownership or management of any civil meteorological satellite system and associated ground system equipment to the private sector. Science, Technology, Communications 1983-09-19 1983-10-19 Referred to Subcommittee on Natural Resources, Agricultural Research, and Environment. Senate Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA] WA R G000333 11 Expresses the sense of the Congress that the transfer of ownership or management of any civil meteorological satellite system and associated ground system equipment to the private sector is not presently appropriate. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-66 98 sconres 66 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the shooting down of Korean Airlines Flight 007 by the Government of the Soviet Union. International Affairs 1983-09-12 1983-09-12 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 0 Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the community of nations should condemn the Soviet Union for the death of 269 civilians who were on board Korean Air Lines flight 7; (2) the Soviet Union should apologize for its act and accept responsibility for the payment of compensation to such victims' families; and (3) all nations should support the President's proposal to deny landing and refueling privileges to Soviet airliners and should enforce such denial until the Soviet Union has met specified conditions. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-61 98 sconres 61 A concurrent resolution to commend Dr. Alice Mitchell Rivlin for her services as Director of the Congressional Budget Office. Government Operations and Politics 1983-08-04 1983-08-04 Referred to the Committee on Budget. Senate Sen. Chiles, Lawton [D-FL] FL D C000356 41 Expresses gratitude to Doctor Alice Mitchell Rivlin for her dedicated service as Director of the Congressional Budget Office. 2025-01-14T18:22:18Z  
98-sconres-62 98 sconres 62 A concurrent resolution to direct the Commissioner of Social Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a plan outlining the steps which might be taken to correct the social security benefit disparity known as the notch problem. Social Welfare 1983-08-04 1983-08-20 Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB, Treasury Department, Health and Human Services Department. Senate Sen. Mattingly, Mack [R-GA] GA R M000257 33 Declares that the Commissioner of Social Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services should develop and present to Congress a plan to correct the benefit disparity caused by the 1977 changes in the social security retirement benefit formula. 2021-06-29T21:25:58Z  
98-sconres-63 98 sconres 63 A concurrent resolution directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make corrections in the enrollment of the bill H.R. 3190. Congress 1983-08-04 1983-08-04 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 0 Makes corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 3190 (extra long staple cotton program). 2021-06-29T21:25:59Z  
98-sconres-64 98 sconres 64 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress relating to agricultural marketing orders. Agriculture and Food 1983-08-04 1983-08-04 Referred to the Committee on Agriculture. Senate Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] MI D L000261 12 Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the existing agricultural marketing order system contributes substantially to the well-being of the American people and should be preserved; and (2) decisions regarding the timing or implementing of such marketing orders should be the responsibility of the Secretary of Agriculture in conjunction with the affected producers. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
98-sconres-65 98 sconres 65 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Republic of South Africa should cease its "blackspot" policy of forcibly removing black South Africans from their legally acquired residences and relocating them, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1983-08-04 1984-10-03 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. Senate Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] OH D G000236 12 (Measure indefinitely postponed in Senate, H. Con. Res. 122 passed in lieu) Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the policy of separate development and forced relocation of black South Africans (blackspot policy) is inconsistent with American values and international human rights principles; (2) the U.S. Government should continue to regard South African citizens as all persons born within the internationally recognized boundaries of South Africa and not differentiate among these citizens on the basis of South Africa granting independence to the "homelands"; (3) no visa for travel to the United States should be granted to any "homeland" official unless such official holds a passport which is recognized as valid by the United States; and (4) the United States should urge South Africa to discontinue the blackspot policy and to adopt policies which protect all its citizens regardless of race. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
98-sconres-60 98 sconres 60 A concurrent resolution urging the Secretary of Education to postpone further action on reorganization of certain programs in the Department of Education until a study by the General Accounting Office determines that such reorganization would not reduce the ability of the Department of Education to achieve the goals intended by Congress when it authorized the affected programs. Education 1983-08-03 1983-08-03 Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Senate Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] CT D D000388 27 Urges the Secretary of Education to postpone further action on the reorganization of certain programs in the Department of Education until a study by the General Accounting Office determines that such reorganization would not reduce the ability of the Department to achieve the goals intended by Congress when it authorized the affected programs. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
98-sconres-59 98 sconres 59 An original concurrent resolution to authorize the Librarian of Congress to study the changing role of the book in the future. Arts, Culture, Religion 1983-07-28 1983-11-18 Senate agreed to the House amendment. By Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 (Reported to House from the Committee on House Administration with amendment, H. Rept. 98-451) Authorizes the Librarian of Congress, under the auspices of the Center for the Book of the Library of Congress, to: (1) study the changing role of the book in the future; and (2) transmit the results of such study to the Congress by December 1, 1984. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
98-sconres-58 98 sconres 58 A concurrent resolution correcting the enrollment of S. 272. Congress 1983-07-27 1983-08-01 Resolution Agreed to in House by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Weicker, Lowell P., Jr. [R-CT] CT R W000253 1 Makes corrections in the enrollment of S. 272 (small business access to Federal procurement information). 2021-06-29T21:25:56Z  
98-sconres-56 98 sconres 56 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in opposition to further expansion of cargo preference requirements. Transportation and Public Works 1983-07-20 1984-06-27 Subcommittee on Merchant Marine. Hearings held. Senate Sen. Jepsen, Roger W. [R-IA] IA R J000101 15 Expresses the sense of the Congress that further expansion of cargo preference requirements, either for commercial or other trade, should not be imposed. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
98-sconres-57 98 sconres 57 A concurrent resolution to express the sense of the Congress with respect to implementing the objectives of the United Nations World Assembly on Aging. Social Welfare 1983-07-20 1983-07-20 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 2 Urges the President to encourage: (1) Government-wide participation in implementing the recommendations of the United Nations World Assembly on Aging and in planning for the scheduled 1985 review by the United Nations of the implementation of the Vienna International Plan of Action on Aging; (2) the exchange of information and the promotion of research on aging among the States, the Government, international organizations, and other nations; and (3) greater private sector involvement in responding to the concerns of the aging. Urges the President to inform developing nations that the United States recognizes aging as an important issue requiring national attention. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  

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