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110-sjres-46 110 sjres 46 A joint resolution ensuring that the compensation and other emoluments attached to the office of Secretary of State are those which were in effect on January 1, 2007. Government Operations and Politics 2008-12-10 2008-12-19 Became Public Law No: 110-455. Senate Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] NV D R000146 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) States that the compensation and other emoluments attached to the office of Secretary of State shall be those in effect January 1, 2007, notwithstanding any increase in such compensation or emoluments after that date under any provision of law or provision which has the force and effect of law, that is enacted or becomes effective during the period beginning at noon of January 3, 2007, and ending at noon of January 3, 2013. States that: (1) any person aggrieved by an action of the Secretary may bring a civil action in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (under a three-judge panel) to contest the constitutionality of the appointment and continuance in office of the Secretary on the ground that such appointment and continuance in office is in violation of article I, section 6, clause 2, of the Constitution; (2) the Court shall have exclusive jurisdiction over such action; and (3) an appeal may be taken directly to the U.S. Supreme Court from any interlocutory or final judgment, decree, or order upon the validity of the appointment and continuance in office of the Secretary under article I, section 6, clause 2, of the Constitution, entered in any action brought under this resolution. Makes this resolution effective at noon of January 20, 2009. 2023-11-13T20:14:08Z  
110-sjres-45 110 sjres 45 Great Lakes--St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact Water Resources Development 2008-07-23 2008-10-03 Became Public Law No: 110-342. Senate Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] MI D L000261 15 (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on August 1, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Grants congressional consent to and approval of the Great Lakes - St. Lawrence River Basin Water Resources Compact as set forth in this resolution's preamble. Declares that current laws provide protection sufficient to prevent Great Lakes diversions until a Great Lakes water compact is ratified and enforceable.Reserves the right to alter, amend, or repeal this resolution. 2023-11-13T20:11:47Z  
110-sjres-44 110 sjres 44 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule set forth as requirements contained in the August 17, 2007, letter to State Health Officials from the Director of the Center for Medicaid and State Operations in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the State Health Official Letter 08-003, dated May 7, 2008, from such Center. Health 2008-07-17 2008-07-17 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6943) Senate Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] WV D R000361 49 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Secretary of Health and Human Services relating to requirements set forth in the State Health Official Letter 07-001, dated August 17, 2007, issued by the Director of the Center for Medicaid and State Operations in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the State Health Official Letter 08-003, dated May 7, 2008, from such Center, requiring states that expand the income eligibility level for children under the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) above 250% of the federal poverty level to adopt the five crowd-out strategies described in the August 17, 2007, letter and to provide certain assurances described in such letter. 2019-11-15T21:57:51Z  
110-sjres-43 110 sjres 43 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to marriage. Families 2008-06-25 2008-06-25 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS] MS R W000437 17 Constitutional Amendment - Marriage Protection Amendment - Declares that: (1) marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman; and (2) neither the U.S. Constitution nor the constitution of any state shall be construed to require that marriage or the legal incidents of marriage be conferred upon any other union. 2019-11-15T21:58:59Z  
110-sjres-42 110 sjres 42 A joint resolution relating to the approval of the proposed agreement for nuclear cooperation between the United States and the Russian Federation. International Affairs 2008-06-24 2008-09-11 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8454-8455) Senate Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] DE D B000444 1 States that Congress does favor the proposed agreement for cooperation (concerning civilian nuclear cooperation with the Russian Federation) transmitted to Congress by the President on May 13, 2008. 2019-11-15T21:52:04Z  
110-sjres-40 110 sjres 40 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing the Congress and the States to prohibit the act of desecration of the flag of the United States and to set criminal penalties for that act. Commemorations 2008-06-12 2008-06-12 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] LA R V000127 0 Constitutional Amendment - Declares that Congress and the states shall have power to prohibit desecration of the U.S. flag and to set criminal penalties for such act. 2019-11-15T21:59:01Z  
110-sjres-41 110 sjres 41 A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Foreign Trade and International Finance 2008-06-12 2008-08-01 By Senator Baucus from Committee on Finance filed written report. Report No. 110-444. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 38 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Approves the renewal of certain import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. 2022-02-03T05:09:27Z  
110-sjres-39 110 sjres 39 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States. Government Operations and Politics 2008-06-06 2008-06-06 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] FL D N000032 0 Constitutional Amendment - Provides for the direct popular election of the President and the Vice President.(Abolishes the Electoral College.) 2022-02-03T05:09:44Z  
110-sjres-38 110 sjres 38 A joint resolution waiving certain provisions of the Trade Act of 1974 relating to the appointment of a Deputy United States Trade Representative. Foreign Trade and International Finance 2008-06-05 2008-06-18 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 824. Senate Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] IA R G000386 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the President, acting by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, to appoint Deanna Tanner Okun as Deputy United States Trade Representative (USTR), notwithstanding certain provisions of the Trade Act of 1974 prohibiting appointment as a Deputy USTR of any person who has represented, aided, or advised a foreign entity in any trade negotiation, or trade dispute, with the United States. 2022-02-03T05:11:22Z  
110-sjres-37 110 sjres 37 A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should sign the Declaration of the Oslo Conference on Cluster Munitions and future instruments banning cluster munitions that cause unacceptable harm to civilians. International Affairs 2008-06-03 2008-06-03 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 12 Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should: (1) embrace efforts to protect innocent civilians from cluster munitions; and (2) sign the Convention on Cluster Munitions when it opens for signature in December 2008. 2019-11-15T21:52:05Z  
110-sjres-34 110 sjres 34 A joint resolution to provide a replacement laboratory and support space at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) Mathias Laboratory. Science, Technology, Communications 2008-05-22 2008-05-22 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 Authorizes the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution to plan, design, and construct laboratory and support space to accommodate the Mathias Laboratory at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) in Edgewater, Maryland. 2022-02-03T05:19:24Z  
110-sjres-35 110 sjres 35 A joint resolution to amend Public Law 108-331 to provide for the construction and related activities in support of the Very Energetic Radiation Imaging Telescope Array System (VERITAS) project in Arizona. Science, Technology, Communications 2008-05-22 2008-10-03 Became Public Law No: 110-341. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Amends Public Law 108-331 (authorizing the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution to carry out construction and related activities in support of the Very Energetic Radiation Imaging Telescope Array System [VERITAS] project on Kitt Peak near Tucson, Arizona) to authorize the Board to carry out construction and related activities in support of the VERITAS project at the Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory Base Camp on Mount Hopkins, Arizona, or other similar location. 2023-11-13T20:11:46Z  
110-sjres-36 110 sjres 36 A joint resolution to provide replacement laboratory space for terrestrial research at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Science, Technology, Communications 2008-05-22 2008-05-22 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 Authorizes the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution to plan, design, and construct laboratory space to accommodate the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute's terrestrial research program in Gamboa, Panama. 2022-02-03T05:19:24Z  
110-sjres-33 110 sjres 33 A joint resolution recognizing the efforts of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services to address the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. Health 2008-05-21 2008-05-21 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Senate Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] OH D B000944 0 Recognizes the efforts of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services to decrease the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders through the "Think Outside the Stigma" campaign.Encourages every American to work toward overcoming the stigma associated with such disorders. 2022-02-03T05:09:45Z  
110-sjres-32 110 sjres 32 A joint resolution limiting the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to a certain proposed sale of defense articles and defense services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. International Affairs 2008-05-13 2008-05-14 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 736. Senate Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] NY D S000148 4 Prohibits issuance of a letter of offer respecting specified proposed sales of defense articles and services to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia unless such country: (1) increases its oil production, within 30 days of the enactment of this joint resolution, by one million barrels of oil per day in excess of its oil production as of January 1, 2008; and (2) maintains such increased oil production for at least 90 days after such increased oil production is reached. 2017-12-14T22:07:27Z  
110-sjres-31 110 sjres 31 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to United States citizenship. Immigration 2008-04-09 2008-04-09 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] LA R V000127 0 Constitutional Amendment - States that a person born in the United States shall not be a U.S. citizen unless: (1) one parent of the person is a U.S. citizen; (2) one parent of the person is an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States who resides in the United States; (3) one parent of the person is an alien performing active service in the U.S. Armed Forces; or (4) the person is naturalized in accordance with the laws of the United States. 2019-11-15T21:58:54Z  
110-sjres-30 110 sjres 30 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to optional State plan case management services under the Medicaid program. Health 2008-03-13 2008-03-13 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/14/2008 S2163) Senate Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD] MD D M000702 18 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to optional state plan case management services under the Medicaid program. Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2019-11-15T21:57:50Z  
110-sjres-29 110 sjres 29 A joint resolution expressing Congressional support for the goals and ideals of National Health Care Decisions Day. Health 2008-03-12 2008-03-12 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2008) Senate Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] OR D W000779 5 Expresses support for the goals and ideals of: (1) National Health Care Decisions Day; and (2) advance care planning for all adult Americans. Encourages each person over the age of 18 to prepare an advance directive to assist his or her loved ones, health care providers, and others as they honor his or her wishes. Urges members of Congress to execute such documents for themselves. 2020-02-10T17:01:59Z  
110-sjres-28 110 sjres 28 A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to broadcast media ownership. Science, Technology, Communications 2008-03-05 2008-05-19 Held at the desk. Senate Sen. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND] ND D D000432 27 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Disapproves the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and received by Congress on February 22, 2008, relating to broadcast media ownership. Declares that the rule shall have no force or effect. 2022-02-27T13:49:45Z  
110-sjres-27 110 sjres 27 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the line item veto. Economics and Public Finance 2007-12-11 2007-12-11 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] NC R D000601 7 Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes the President to make a line item veto of any appropriation in any bill, order, resolution, or vote presented for signature into law. Declares that any legislation the President approves and signs, after being amended with a line item veto, shall become law as so modified. Requires the President to return those portions of the legislation that contain reduced or disapproved appropriations, with objections, to the House where such legislation originated. Authorizes Congress to separately consider any reduced or disapproved appropriations in the manner prescribed under section 7 of Article I for vetoed bills. 2023-01-11T13:15:23Z  
110-sjres-26 110 sjres 26 A joint resolution supporting a base Defense Budget that at the very minimum matches 4 percent of gross domestic product. Armed Forces and National Security 2007-12-07 2007-12-07 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] NC R D000601 7 Declares that it is U.S. policy to commit a minimum of 4% of the nation's gross domestic product to the base defense budget in order to meet the fundamental national security requirements of the United States. 2023-01-11T13:15:23Z  
110-sjres-25 110 sjres 25 A joint resolution providing for the appointment of John W. McCarter as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-11-16 2008-03-14 Became Public Law No: 110-197. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 3 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Provides for the appointment of John W. McCarter as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-11-13T20:14:38Z  
110-sjres-24 110 sjres 24 A joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Economics and Public Finance 2007-11-13 2007-11-13 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] SC R G000359 3 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a two-thirds rollcall vote of each chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a two-thirds rollcall vote of each chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Requires a two-thirds rollcall vote of each chamber for final adoption of any bill to increase the internal revenue. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict. 2023-01-11T20:08:02Z  
110-sjres-23 110 sjres 23 A joint resolution clarifying that the use of force against Iran is not authorized by the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law. International Affairs 2007-11-01 2007-11-01 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Obama, Barack [D-IL] IL D O000167 0 States that nothing in the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq of 2002 (P.L. 107-243), any act that serves as the statutory authority for Executive Order 13382 or Executive Order 13224, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law including Executive Order 13382 or Executive Order 13224 shall be construed to authorize, encourage, or in any way address the use of the U.S. Armed Forces against Iran. 2023-01-11T20:08:02Z  
110-sjres-22 110 sjres 22 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to Medicare coverage for the use of erythropoiesis stimulating agents in cancer and related neoplastic conditions. Health 2007-10-22 2007-10-22 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13201-13202) Senate Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] MT D B000243 30 Disapproves a specified rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to Medicare coverage for the use of erythropoiesis stimulating agents in cancer and related neoplastic conditions.Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:19:16Z  
110-sjres-21 110 sjres 21 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. Government Operations and Politics 2007-10-18 2007-10-18 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S13099) Senate Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] NY D S000148 3 Constitutional Amendment - States that Congress shall have the power to regulate the raising and spending of money, including through setting limits, for campaigns for nomination for election to, or for election to, federal office.Gives a state the power to regulate the raising and spending of money for state or local ballot initiatives, referenda, plebiscites, or other similar ballot measures and campaigns for nomination for election to, or for election to, state or local office.Gives Congress the power to implement and enforce this article by appropriate legislation. 2023-01-11T20:19:17Z  
110-sjres-20 110 sjres 20 A joint resolution to disapprove a final rule of the Secretary of Agriculture relating to the importation of cattle and beef. Agriculture and Food 2007-10-03 2007-10-03 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Senate Sen. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND] ND D D000432 9 Disapproves the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to bovine spongiform encephalopathy, minimal-risk regions, and importation of live bovines and bovine products, and states that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:19:17Z  
110-sjres-19 110 sjres 19 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States which requires (except during time of war and subject to suspension by Congress) that the total amount of money expended by the United States during any fiscal year not exceed the amount of certain revenue received by the United States during such fiscal year and not exceed 20 per centum of the gross national product of the United States during the previous calendar year. Economics and Public Finance 2007-10-01 2007-10-01 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] AL R S000320 0 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits, except in time of a congressionally declared war, federal fiscal year expenditures from exceeding: (1) federal revenues for that fiscal year, except revenue received from the issuance of bonds, notes, or other obligations of the United States; and (2) 20% of the gross national product for the preceding calendar year. Authorizes suspension of these prohibitions by concurrent resolution approved by a three-fifths vote of each chamber. 2023-01-11T20:19:17Z  
110-sjres-18 110 sjres 18 A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to a cost limit for providers operated by units of government and other provisions under the Medicaid program. Health 2007-09-11 2007-09-11 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11418) Senate Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] NM D B000468 23 Disapproves a specified rule submitted by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services within the Department of Health and Human Services relating to a cost limit for providers operated by units of government and other provisions under title XIX (Medicaid) of the Social Security Act. Declares that such rule shall have no force or effect. 2023-01-11T20:27:20Z  
110-sjres-17 110 sjres 17 A joint resolution directing the United States to initiate international discussions and take necessary steps with other Nations to negotiate an agreement for managing migratory and transboundary fish stocks in the Arctic Ocean. International Affairs 2007-08-03 2008-06-03 Became Public Law No: 110-243. Senate Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] AK R S000888 10 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate passed version is repeated here.) Declares that: (1) the United States should initiate discussions to negotiate international agreements for managing migratory, transboundary, and straddling fish stocks in the Arctic Ocean and establishing new international fisheries management organizations for the region; (2) such agreements should conform with the United Nations Fish Stocks Agreement and contain mechanisms for establishing elements necessary for sustaining future Arctic fish stocks; (3) as international fisheries agreements are negotiated and implemented, the United States should consult with the North Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council and Alaska Native subsistence communities of the Arctic; and (4) until the agreements come into force, the United States should support international efforts to halt the expansion of commercial fishing activities in the high seas of the Arctic Ocean. 2023-11-13T20:29:30Z  
110-sjres-16 110 sjres 16 A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Foreign Trade and International Finance 2007-06-14 2007-08-29 By Senator Baucus from Committee on Finance filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 08/03/2007. Report No. 110-146. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 60 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Approves the renewal of certain import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. 2023-01-12T17:52:43Z  
110-sjres-15 110 sjres 15 United States Policy in Iraq Resolution of 2007 International Affairs 2007-05-25 2007-05-25 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6962-6963) Senate Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] DE D B000444 0 United States Policy in Iraq Resolution of 2007 - Repeals the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (P.L. 107-243). Authorizes the President to continue participation by U.S. Armed Forces in Multi-National Force--Iraq, or as part of a successor force, for the purposes of: (1) protecting U.S. and coalition personnel and infrastructure; (2) training, equipping, and providing logistical support to Iraqi security forces; (3) conducting targeted counter-terrorism operations; and (4) assisting the government of Iraq maintain border security. States that such authorization shall expire 12 months after the date of enactment of this joint resolution unless extended by Congress. Directs the President to: (1) promptly transition the mission of U.S. forces in Iraq to such purposes; and (2) begin the phased redeployment of U.S. forces from Iraq not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this joint resolution, with the goal of redeploying by March 31, 2008, all U.S. combat forces from Iraq except for those essential for such purposes. Prohibits anything in this joint resolution from being construed to: (1) limit measures to provide for the security of the MultiNational Force-Iraq, including U.S. Armed Forces; and (2) authorize offensive combat activities by U.S. Armed Forces in Iran, Syria, or any other state in the Middle East. 2023-01-11T17:02:46Z  
110-sjres-14 110 sjres 14 A joint resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Attorney General Alberto Gonzales no longer holds the confidence of the Senate and of the American people. Government Operations and Politics 2007-05-24 2007-06-11 Cloture on the motion to proceed not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 38. Record Vote Number: 207. (consideration: CR S7441; text: CR S7441) Senate Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] NY D S000148 29 Expresses the sense of the Senate that Attorney General Alberto Gonzales no longer holds the confidence of the Senate and of the American people. 2022-02-03T05:09:47Z  
110-sjres-13 110 sjres 13 A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Emergency Management 2007-05-21 2007-12-26 Became Public Law No: 110-171. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 11 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Grants the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding entered into between the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut and the provinces of Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland. 2023-03-30T18:35:52Z  
110-sjres-12 110 sjres 12 Jerusalem Resolution International Affairs 2007-04-25 2007-04-25 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5111-5112) Senate Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] KS R B000953 4 Jerusalem Resolution - Requires the United States, not later than 180 days before recognizing a Palestinian state, to move the U.S. Embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Prohibits U.S. recognition of a Palestinian state until the international community resolves the status of Jerusalem by recognizing the city as Israel's undivided capital. Expresses the sense of Congress that the citizens of Israel should be allowed, as a fundamental human right recognized by the United States and U.N. General Assembly Resolution 181 of November 29, 1947, to worship freely and according to their traditions. 2023-01-11T19:40:17Z  
110-sjres-11 110 sjres 11 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify that the Constitution neither prohibits voluntary prayer nor requires prayer in schools. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-03-29 2007-03-29 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 7 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits anything in the Constitution, including amendments, from being construed to prohibit voluntary prayer or require prayer in a public school, or to prohibit voluntary prayer or require prayer at a public school extracurricular activity. 2023-01-11T19:45:12Z  
110-sjres-10 110 sjres 10 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues 2007-03-27 2007-03-27 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3845) Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 24 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits denying or abridging equality of rights under the law by the United States or by any State on account of sex. 2023-01-11T19:45:13Z  
110-sjres-6 110 sjres 6 A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Walter E. Massey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-03-08 2007-03-08 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 Reappoints Walter E. Massey as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-01-11T19:45:10Z  
110-sjres-7 110 sjres 7 A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Roger W. Sant as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-03-08 2007-11-16 Became Public Law No: 110-119. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Reappoints Roger W. Sant as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-03-30T18:35:52Z  
110-sjres-8 110 sjres 8 A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Patricia Q. Stonesifer as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Government Operations and Politics 2007-03-08 2007-12-21 Became Public Law No: 110-155. Senate Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] VT D L000174 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)Reappoints Patricia Q. Stonesifer as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. 2023-03-30T18:35:52Z  
110-sjres-9 110 sjres 9 United States Policy in Iraq Resolution of 2007 Armed Forces and National Security 2007-03-08 2007-03-15 Returned to the Calendar., pursuant to the order of March 15, 2007, having failed to achieve the required 60 votes in the affirmative. Calendar No. 72. (consideration: CR S3287) Senate Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] NV D R000146 41 United States Policy in Iraq Resolution of 2007 - Directs the President to begin the phased redeployment of U.S. forces from Iraq within 120 days of enactment of this joint resolution with the goal of redeploying by March 31, 2008, all U.S. combat forces from Iraq, except for a limited number essential for protecting U.S. and coalition personnel and infrastructure, training and equipping Iraqi forces, and conducting targeted counter-terrorism operations. Requires the President to transition the U.S. forces' mission in Iraq promptly to such purposes. States that such redeployment shall be implemented as part of a diplomatic, political, and economic strategy that includes sustained engagement with Iraq's neighbors and the international community in order to bring stability to Iraq. Directs the President, not later than 60 days after enactment of this Act and every 90 days thereafter, to report to Congress on the progress made in such mission transition and force redeployment. 2017-12-14T22:07:03Z  
110-sjres-5 110 sjres 5 A joint resolution proclaiming Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously. Immigration 2007-03-05 2007-03-30 Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. Senate Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] IL D D000563 9 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Proclaims Casimir Pulaski as an honorary U.S. citizen, posthumously. 2023-01-11T19:45:11Z  
110-sjres-4 110 sjres 4 A joint resolution to acknowledge a long history of official depredations and ill-conceived policies by the United States Government regarding Indian tribes and offer an apology to all Native Peoples on behalf of the United States. Native Americans 2007-03-01 2007-06-18 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 202. Senate Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] KS R B000953 12 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the special legal and political relationship the Indian tribes have with the United States and the solemn covenant with the land we share. Commends and honors the Native Peoples for the thousands of years that they have stewarded and protected this land. Recognizes that there have been years of official depredations, ill-conceived policies, and the breaking of covenants by the U.S. government regarding Indian tribes. Apologizes on behalf of the people of the United States to all Native Peoples for the many instances of violence, maltreatment, and neglect inflicted on them by U.S. citizens. Expresses the regret of the United States for the ramifications of former wrongs and its commitment to build on the positive relationships of the past and present to move toward reconciliation. Urges the President to acknowledge the wrongs of the United States against Indian tribes in U.S. history. Commends the state governments that have begun reconciliation efforts with recognized Indian tribes located in their boundaries, and encourages all state governments to do the same. Declares that nothing in this Joint Resolution authorizes or supports any claim against the United States or serves as a settlement of any claim against the United States. 2023-01-12T17:52:43Z  
110-sjres-3 110 sjres 3 A joint resolution to specify an expiration date for the authorization of use of military force under the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 and to authorize the continuing presence of United States forces in Iraq after that date for certain military operations and activities. International Affairs 2007-02-17 2007-02-17 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2217) Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 0 States that the authority conveyed by the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (P.L. 107-243) shall expire on December 31, 2007, unless otherwise provided in another enacted Joint Resolution. Permits the post-December 31, 2007, presence of U.S. Armed Forces personnel in Iraq for: (1) training, equipping, and advising Iraqi security and police forces; (2) U.S. military and civilian force protection; (3) support of Iraqi security forces for border protection; (4) targeted counter-terrorism operations against al Qaeda and foreign fighters within Iraq; and (5) related logistical support. 2023-01-11T19:57:20Z  
110-sjres-2 110 sjres 2 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Congress 2007-01-12 2007-01-12 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] LA R V000127 1 Constitutional Amendment - Limits Members of the House of Representatives to six terms and Members of the Senate to two terms. 2023-01-11T20:03:59Z  
110-sjres-1 110 sjres 1 A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to require a balanced budget and protect Social Security surpluses. Economics and Public Finance 2007-01-04 2007-01-04 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Senate Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] ID R C000858 1 Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts (except those derived from borrowing) for that fiscal year unless the Congress, by a three-fifths roll call vote of each House, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Bars any surplus of receipts (including interest) over outlays of the Federal Old-Age and Survivors Insurance and the Federal Disability Insurance Trust Funds from being counted for purposes of this article. Requires any deficit of receipts (including interest) relative to outlays of such trust funds to be counted and to be completely offset by a surplus of all other receipts over all other outlays. Requires a three-fifths roll call vote of each House to increase the public debt. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to the Congress. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each House by a roll call vote. Authorizes the Congress to waive these provisions when: (1) a declaration of war is in effect; or (2) the United States is engaged in military conflict which causes an imminent and serious military threat to national security as declared by a joint resolution which becomes law. Allows any enforcement or implementation legislation of the Congress to rely on estimates of outlays and receipts. 2023-01-11T20:03:59Z  

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