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bill_id	congress	bill_type	bill_number	title	policy_area	introduced_date ▲	latest_action_date	latest_action_text	origin_chamber	sponsor_name	sponsor_state	sponsor_party	sponsor_bioguide_id	cosponsor_count	summary_text	update_date
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
109-sjres-41	109	sjres	41	A joint resolution recognizing the contributions of the Christmas tree industry to the United States economy and urging the Secretary of Agriculture to establish programs to raise awareness of the importance of the Christmas tree industry.	Commemorations	2006-09-29	2006-09-29	Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10747-10748)	Senate	Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC]	NC	R	D000601	0	Recognizes the important contributions to the U.S. economy of the live-cut Christmas tree industry, Christmas tree growers, and persons employed in the Christmas tree industry. Urges the Secretary of Agriculture to establish programs to raise awareness of the live-cut Christmas tree industry's importance.	2023-01-12T17:52:01Z
109-sjres-28	109	sjres	28	A joint resolution approving the location of the commemorative work in the District of Columbia honoring former President Dwight D. Eisenhower.	Commemorations	2006-02-07	2006-05-05	Became Public Law No: 109-220.	Senate	Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK]	AK	R	S000888	6	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Approves the location on federal land within the District of Columbia recommended by the Secretary of the Interior for the commemorative work to honor Dwight D. Eisenhower.	2023-01-31T21:13:04Z
109-sjres-23	109	sjres	23	A joint resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day.	Commemorations	2005-09-09	2005-09-09	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK]	OK	R	C000560	21	Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day.	2023-01-13T04:49:58Z
109-sjres-21	109	sjres	21	A joint resolution recognizing Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the United States Navy.	Commemorations	2005-07-26	2005-07-26	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8986)	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	6	Recognizes and honors Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the U.S. Navy.	2023-01-13T04:50:18Z
109-sjres-17	109	sjres	17	A joint resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frederick William Augustus von Steuben and recognizing his contributions on the 275th anniversary of his birth.	Commemorations	2005-04-26	2005-04-26	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN]	IN	R	L000504	3	Honors Baron Frederick William Augustus von Steuben on the 275th anniversary of his birth, and recognizes his contributions.	2019-11-15T21:56:03Z
109-sjres-12	109	sjres	12	A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.	Commemorations	2005-04-14	2006-06-27	Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 66 - 34. Record Vote Number: 189.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	68	Constitutional Amendment - Grants Congress power to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.	2023-01-13T04:50:35Z
108-sjres-41	108	sjres	41	A joint resolution commemorating the opening of the National Museum of the American Indian.	Commemorations	2004-07-07	2004-10-05	Became Public Law No: 108-322.	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO]	CO	R	C000077	36	(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on July 16, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the important and unique contribution of Native Americans to the cultural legacy of the United States, both in the past and currently. Honors the cultural achievements of all Native Americans. Celebrates the official opening of the National Museum of the American Indian. Requests the President to issue a proclamation encouraging all Americans to take advantage of the resources of the Museum to learn about the history and culture of Native Americans.	2023-01-14T22:48:24Z
108-sjres-34	108	sjres	34	A joint resolution designating May 29, 2004, on the occasion of the dedication of the National World War II Memorial, as Remembrance of World War II Veterans Day.	Commemorations	2004-04-26	2004-05-06	Held at the desk.	Senate	Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND]	ND	D	C000705	4	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates May 29, 2004, as Remembrance of World War II Veterans Day.	2023-01-15T04:48:54Z
108-sjres-28	108	sjres	28	A joint resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy during World War II.	Commemorations	2004-02-25	2004-06-15	Became Public Law No: 108-236.	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO]	CO	R	C000077	69	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy, France, during World War II on June 6, 1944.	2023-01-15T10:03:16Z
108-sjres-27	108	sjres	27	A joint resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy during World War II.	Commemorations	2004-02-12	2004-02-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1311)	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO]	CO	R	C000077	0	Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Allied landing at Normandy, France, during World War II on June 6, 1944.	2023-01-15T10:03:15Z
108-sjres-22	108	sjres	22	A joint resolution recognizing the Agricultural Research Service of the Department of Agriculture for 50 years of outstanding service to the Nation through agricultural research.	Commemorations	2003-11-03	2003-12-01	Became Public Law No: 108-140.	Senate	Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS]	MS	R	C000567	10	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the Agricultural Research Service of the Department of Agriculture for 50 years of outstanding service to the Nation through agricultural research.	2023-01-15T09:17:40Z
108-sjres-19	108	sjres	19	A joint resolution recognizing Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the United States Navy.	Commemorations	2003-10-16	2003-10-16	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	8	Recognizes and honors Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the U.S. Navy.	2023-01-15T08:03:17Z
108-sjres-13	108	sjres	13	A joint resolution to designate April 9, 2004, as "National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day".	Commemorations	2003-05-22	2003-05-22	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]	WA	D	M001111	4	Designates April 9, 2004, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.	2023-01-15T16:03:45Z
108-sjres-8	108	sjres	8	A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress with respect to raising awareness and encouraging prevention of sexual assault in the United States and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.	Commemorations	2003-03-11	2003-06-26	Became Public Law No: 108-38.	Senate	Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS]	KS	R	B000953	14	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate passed version is repeated here.) Declares that Congress: (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month; and (2) urges national and community organizations, private businesses, and the media to promote, through such Month, awareness of sexual violence and strategies to decrease the incidence of sexual assault.	2023-01-15T23:33:05Z
108-sjres-4	108	sjres	4	A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.	Commemorations	2003-01-16	2004-08-25	By Senator Hatch from Committee on the Judiciary filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 07/22/04. Report No. 108-334. Minority and Supplemental views filed.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	56	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Constitutional Amendment - Grants Congress the power to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.	2023-01-15T21:34:04Z
106-sjres-53	106	sjres	53	A resolution to commemorate fallen firefighters by lowering the American flag to half-staff on the day of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emittsburg, Maryland	Commemorations	2000-09-27	2000-09-27	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9394)	Senate	Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE]	DE	R	R000460	2	Requires the American flags on all Federal office buildings to be lowered to half-staff each year on the day of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service in Emittsburg, Maryland.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-49	106	sjres	49	A joint resolution recognizing Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the United States Navy.	Commemorations	2000-07-11	2000-07-11	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6476-6477)	Senate	Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY]	NY	D	M001054	4	Recognizes and honors Commodore John Barry (effective as of February 22, 1797) as the first flag officer of the U.S. Navy.	2025-01-14T17:07:58Z
106-sjres-46	106	sjres	46	A joint resolution recognizing the 225th birthday of the United States Army.	Commemorations	2000-06-06	2000-06-14	Held at the desk.	Senate	Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC]	SC	R	T000254	2	Recognizes the 225th anniversary of the U.S. Army, expresses appreciation of the people of the United States to it and its soldiers, and honors the valor, commitment, and sacrifice that American soldiers have displayed throughout the Army's history.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-44	106	sjres	44	A joint resolution supporting the Day of Honor 2000 to honor and recognize the service of minority veterans in the United States Armed Forces during World War II.	Commemorations	2000-04-06	2000-05-26	Became Public Law No: 106-205.	Senate	Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA]	MA	D	K000105	57	Expresses support for the Day of Honor 2000 to honor and recognize the service of minority veterans in the U.S. armed forces during World War II.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-39	106	sjres	39	A joint resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Korean War and the service by members of the Armed Forces during such war, and for other purposes.	Commemorations	2000-02-03	2000-03-13	Held at the desk.	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [R-CO]	CO	R	C000077	56	Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Korean War, and expresses the gratitude of the American people for the service of members of the armed forces during such War.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-36	106	sjres	36	A joint resolution recognizing the late Bernt Balchen for his many contributions to the United States and a lifetime of remarkable achievements on the centenary of his birth, October 23, 1999.	Commemorations	1999-10-21	2000-10-25	Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.	Senate	Sen. Grams, Rod [R-MN]	MN	R	G000367	0	Recognizes the late aviator Bernt Balchen for his extraordinary service to the United States, including the national security.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-34	106	sjres	34	A joint resolution congratulating and commending the Veterans of Foreign Wars.	Commemorations	1999-09-23	1999-09-23	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME]	ME	R	S000663	2	Congratulates the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (the VFW) on the 100th anniversary of its founding.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-32	106	sjres	32	A joint resolution commending the World War II veterans who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, and for other purposes.	Commemorations	1999-08-05	1999-08-05	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Hutchinson, Tim [R-AR]	AR	R	H001015	0	Commends the veterans of service in the United States Army who fought during World War II in the German Ardennes offensive known as the Battle of the Bulge. Honors those who gave their lives during that battle. Authorizes the President to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to honor the veterans of the Battle of the Bulge with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. Calls upon the President to reaffirm the bonds of friendship between the United States and Belgium.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-24	106	sjres	24	A joint resolution conferring status as an honorary veteran of the United States Armed Forces on Zachary Fisher	Commemorations	1999-04-30	1999-04-30	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans Affairs.	Senate	Sen. Cleland, Max [D-GA]	GA	D	C001034	1	Extends gratitude to Zachary Fisher for a lifetime of accomplishments and philanthropy on behalf of U.S. military servicemembers and confers upon him the status of an honorary veteran of the armed forces.	2025-01-14T17:02:09Z
106-sjres-21	106	sjres	21	A joint resolution to designate September 29, 1999, as "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day".	Commemorations	1999-04-21	1999-07-01	Held at the desk.	Senate	Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME]	ME	R	S000663	57	Designates September 29, 1999, as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
106-sjres-14	106	sjres	14	A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.	Commemorations	1999-03-17	2000-03-29	Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 63 - 37. Record Vote Number: 48.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	58	Constitutional Amendment - Declares that Congress shall have power to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
105-sjres-45	105	sjres	45	A joint resolution designating March 1, 1999 as "United States Navy Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day", and for other purposes.	Commemorations	1998-04-23	1998-04-23	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]	VA	R	W000154	28	Designates March 1, 1999, as United States Navy Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
105-sjres-41	105	sjres	41	A joint resolution approving the location of a Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial in the Nation's Capital.	Commemorations	1998-02-23	1998-06-10	Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 407.	Senate	Sen. Sarbanes, Paul S. [D-MD]	MD	D	S000064	6	Approves a specified location on Federal land in the District of Columbia for a Martin Luther King, Jr., memorial.	2026-03-24T12:48:03Z
105-sjres-40	105	sjres	40	A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States.	Commemorations	1998-02-04	1998-09-01	By Senator Hatch from Committee on Judiciary filed written report. Report No. 105-298. Minority views filed.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	60	Constitutional Amendment - Declares that the Congress shall have power to prohibit the physical desecration of the U.S. flag.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
105-sjres-36	105	sjres	36	A joint resolution to confer status as an honorary veteran of the United States Armed Forces on Leslie Townes (Bob) Hope.	Commemorations	1997-07-28	1997-07-28	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans Affairs.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	48	Extends congressional gratitude to Leslie Townes (Bob) Hope for his accomplishments and service on behalf of U.S. military service members. Confers upon Mr. Hope the status of an honorary veteran of the U.S. armed forces.	2025-01-14T17:02:09Z
105-sjres-30	105	sjres	30	A joint resolution designating March 1, 1998 as "United States Navy Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day", and for other purposes.	Commemorations	1997-05-06	1997-05-06	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]	VA	R	W000154	25	Designates March 1, 1998, as United States Navy Asiatic Fleet Memorial Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
105-sjres-29	105	sjres	29	A joint resolution to direct the Secretary of the Interior to design and construct a permanent addition to the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial in Washington, D.C., and for other purposes.	Commemorations	1997-05-01	1997-07-24	Became Public Law No: 105-29.	Senate	Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI]	HI	D	I000025	12	Directs the Secretary of the Interior to: (1) plan for the design and construction of an addition of a permanent statue, bas-relief, or other similar structure to the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial in Washington, D.C., to provide recognition of the fact that President Roosevelt's leadership in the struggle by the United States for peace, well-being, and human dignity was provided while the President used a wheelchair; and (2) construct such addition using only private contributions. Authorizes appropriations.	2025-04-07T15:33:08Z
105-sjres-27	105	sjres	27	A joint resolution designating the month of June 1997, the fiftieth anniversary of the Marshall Plan, as George C. Marshall month, and for other purposes.	Commemorations	1997-04-23	1997-04-23	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]	VA	R	W000154	0	Designates June 1997 as George C. Marshall Month.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
105-sjres-11	105	sjres	11	A joint resolution commemorating "Juneteenth Independence Day," June 19, 1865, the day on which slavery finally came to an end in the United States.	Commemorations	1997-01-23	1997-04-14	Held at the desk.	Senate	Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]	MS	R	L000447	10	Commemorates June 19 as Juneteenth Independence Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-395	100	sjres	395	A joint resolution to designate January 4, 1989, as "National Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service Centennial Day".	Commemorations	1988-10-21	1988-11-10	Became Public Law No: 100-652.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	29	Designates January 4, 1989, as National Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service Centennial Day.	2022-12-13T14:41:13Z
100-sjres-393	100	sjres	393	A joint resolution to designate December 7, 1988, as "National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day" on the occasion of the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.	Commemorations	1988-10-05	1988-10-05	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]	NJ	D	L000123	26	Designates December 7, 1988, as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-390	100	sjres	390	A joint resolution designating November 7, 1988, as "The Memorial Day for Victims of Communism".	Commemorations	1988-09-30	1988-09-30	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY]	NY	R	D000018	0	Designates November 7, 1988, as Memorial Day for Victims of Communism.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-391	100	sjres	391	A joint resolution designating November 4 through 10, 1988, as the "Week of Remembrance of Kristallnacht".	Commemorations	1988-09-30	1988-09-30	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]	CT	D	D000388	1	Designates November 4 through November 10, 1988, as the Week of Remembrance of Kristallnacht (the Night of Broken Glass).	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-388	100	sjres	388	A joint resolution designating October 15, 1988, as "National Fire Fighters Day".	Commemorations	1988-09-28	1988-09-28	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Gore, Albert, Jr. [D-TN]	TN	D	G000321	50	Designates October 15, 1988, as National Fire Fighters Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-386	100	sjres	386	A joint resolution to designate the week of June 18 through June 24, 1989 as "National Grasslands Week".	Commemorations	1988-09-27	1988-11-15	Became Public Law No: 100-664.	Senate	Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND]	ND	D	C000705	53	Designates the week of June 18 through June 24, 1989, as National Grasslands Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-385	100	sjres	385	A joint resolution to designate September 11 through 17, 1988, as "National Youth 2000 Week".	Commemorations	1988-09-26	1988-10-12	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	50	Designates the week beginning September 11, 1988, as National Youth 2000 Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-383	100	sjres	383	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing December 4, 1988, and ending December 10, 1988, as National Humanities Week.	Commemorations	1988-09-22	1988-09-22	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]	RI	D	P000193	1	Designates the week of December 4 through December 10, 1988, as National Humanities Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-381	100	sjres	381	A joint resolution to designate October 30, 1988 as "Fire Safety at Home Day - Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery".	Commemorations	1988-09-19	1988-11-03	Became Public Law No: 100-604.	Senate	Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO]	MO	R	B000611	37	Designates October 30, 1988, as Fire Safety at Home Day--Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-378	100	sjres	378	A joint resolution designating the week of October 2 through 8, 1988, as "National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act Week".	Commemorations	1988-09-14	1988-11-05	Became Public Law No: 100-624.	Senate	Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA]	PA	R	H000456	10	Designates the week of October 2 through October 8, 1988, as National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act Week, marking the 20th anniversary of the Act.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-376	100	sjres	376	A joint resolution designating September 13, 1989, as "Uncle Sam Day".	Commemorations	1988-09-09	1988-09-09	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY]	NY	R	D000018	19	Designates September 13, 1989, as Uncle Sam Day in honor of Samuel Wilson of the city of Troy, New York, on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the City. (Samuel Wilson was the progenitor of the national symbol, Uncle Sam.)	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-375	100	sjres	375	A joint resolution designating October 22, 1988, as "National Chester F. Carlson Recognition Day".	Commemorations	1988-09-08	1988-09-08	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY]	NY	D	M001054	8	Designates October 22, 1988, as National Chester F. Carlson Recognition Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-372	100	sjres	372	A joint resolution to designate the week beginning November 21,1988, through November 27, 1988, as "National Adoption Week".	Commemorations	1988-09-07	1988-10-12	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	60	Designates the week of November 21 through November 27, 1988, as National Adoption Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-373	100	sjres	373	A joint resolution to designate the week beginning November 13, 1988, as "National Craniofacial Deformity Awareness Week".	Commemorations	1988-09-07	1988-09-07	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV]	WV	D	B001210	46	Designates the week beginning November 13, 1988, as National Craniofacial Deformity Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-369	100	sjres	369	A joint resolution to designate the period of September 17 through October 10, 1988, as "Coastweeks '88."	Commemorations	1988-08-11	1988-09-27	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA]	MA	D	K000148	55	Designates the period of September 17 through October 10, 1988, as Coastweeks '88, recognizing the importance of coastal zones.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-371	100	sjres	371	A joint resolution designating October 1988 as "National Domestic Violence Awareness Month".	Commemorations	1988-08-11	1988-08-11	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	23	Designates October 1988 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-364	100	sjres	364	A joint resolution to designate the week of October 2 through October 8, 1988, as "National Paralysis Awareness Week."	Commemorations	1988-08-10	1988-10-13	Became Public Law No: 100-484.	Senate	Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC]	NC	R	H000463	53	Designates October 2 through October 8, 1988, as National Paralysis Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-365	100	sjres	365	A joint resolution to designate January 28, 1989, as "National Challenger Center Day" to honor the crew of the space shuttle Challenger.	Commemorations	1988-08-10	1988-11-17	Became Public Law No: 100-684.	Senate	Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT]	UT	R	G000072	55	Designates January 28, 1989, as National Challenger Center Day. (The Challenger Center is an institution offering children and teachers activities and information derived from American space research.)	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-366	100	sjres	366	A joint resolution designating September 24, 1988, as "National Integrity Day".	Commemorations	1988-08-10	1988-08-10	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA]	CA	D	C000877	1	Designates September 24, 1988, as National Integrity Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-363	100	sjres	363	A joint resolution designating November 28 through December 2, 1988, as "Vocational-Technical Education Week".	Commemorations	1988-08-09	1988-10-12	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Sarbanes, Paul S. [D-MD]	MD	D	S000064	64	Designates November 28 through December 2, 1988, as Vocational-Technical Education Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-360	100	sjres	360	A joint resolution to designate February 12, 1989, as "World Marriage Day".	Commemorations	1988-08-08	1988-08-08	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO]	MO	R	B000611	20	Designates February 12, 1989, as World Marriage Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-361	100	sjres	361	A joint resolution designating the week of September 25, 1988, as "Religious Freedom Week".	Commemorations	1988-08-08	1988-09-22	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]	RI	D	P000193	72	Designates the week of September 25, 1988, as Religious Freedom Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-355	100	sjres	355	A joint resolution designating October 7, 1988, as "National Teacher Appreciation Day".	Commemorations	1988-08-02	1988-10-12	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Heflin, Howell [D-AL]	AL	D	H000445	65	Designates October 7, 1988, as National Teacher Appreciation Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-357	100	sjres	357	A joint resolution designating the week beginning November 6, 1988, as "National Women Veterans Recognition Week".	Commemorations	1988-08-02	1988-10-07	Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.	Senate	Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA]	CA	D	C000877	49	Designates the week beginning November 6, 1988, as National Women Veterans Recognition Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-358	100	sjres	358	A joint resolution to authorize and request the President to issue a proclamation designating August 21, 1988 as "National Senior Citizens Day".	Commemorations	1988-08-02	1988-08-02	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC]	SC	R	T000254	1	Authorizes and requests the President to annually designate the third Sunday of August 1988 as National Senior Citizens Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-354	100	sjres	354	A joint resolution to designate November 6 through 12, 1988, as "National Farm Broadcasters Week".	Commemorations	1988-08-01	1988-08-01	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC]	NC	R	H000463	20	Designates the week of November 6 through November 12, 1988, as National Farm Broadcasters Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-353	100	sjres	353	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing September 25, 1988 ending October 2, 1988, as "National Angel Plane Week."	Commemorations	1988-07-28	1988-07-28	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Hecht, Chic [R-NV]	NV	R	H000439	10	Designates the period of September 25 through October 2, 1988, as National Angel Plane Week in recognition of the Angel Planes, a group of airline pilots who transport persons in need of medical treatment and blood and organs for various organizations.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-352	100	sjres	352	A joint resolution designating September 24, 1989, as "United States Marshals Bicentennial Day".	Commemorations	1988-07-26	1988-11-17	Became Public Law No: 100-683.	Senate	Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]	VA	R	W000154	51	Designates September 24, 1989, as United States Marshals Bicentennial Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-350	100	sjres	350	A joint resolution designating Labor Day Weekend, September 3-5, 1988, as "National Drive for Life Weekend."	Commemorations	1988-07-13	1988-08-16	Became Public Law No: 100-397.	Senate	Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL]	IL	D	S000423	64	Designates the Labor Day Weekend beginning on September 3, 1988, as National Drive for Life Weekend. Calls on people to observe that weekend with a pledge to not drink and drive.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-348	100	sjres	348	A joint resolution to designate the week of February 5, 1989, through February 11, 1989, as "National Burn Awareness Week".	Commemorations	1988-07-07	1988-07-07	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]	NV	D	R000146	33	Designates the week of February 5 through February 11, 1989, as National Burn Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-345	100	sjres	345	A joint resolution to designate October 8, 1988, as "National Day of Outreach to the Rural Disabled".	Commemorations	1988-06-29	1988-10-21	Message on House action received in Senate and held at desk: House amendments to Senate bill.	Senate	Sen. Trible, Paul S., Jr. [R-VA]	VA	R	T000367	53	(Measure passed House, amended) Designates October 7, 1989, as National Day of Outreach to the Rural Disabled.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-346	100	sjres	346	A joint resolution to designate March 25, 1989, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy".	Commemorations	1988-06-29	1988-10-12	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]	NJ	D	L000123	59	Designates March 25, 1989, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-344	100	sjres	344	A bill to designate the week of November 20 through November 26, 1988, as "National Family Week".	Commemorations	1988-06-28	1988-10-19	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Burdick, Quentin N. [D-ND]	ND	D	B001077	10	Authorizes and requests the President to designate the week of November 20 through November 26, 1988, as National Family Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-343	100	sjres	343	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing November 13, 1988, and ending on November 19, 1988, as "Filipino American National History Week."	Commemorations	1988-06-22	1988-06-22	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Adams, Brock [D-WA]	WA	D	A000031	13	Designates the week of November 13 through November 19, 1988, as Filipino American National History Week, marking the 225th anniversary of Filipinos in the United States.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-342	100	sjres	342	A joint resolution to designate the week of November 28 through December 5, 1988, as "National Book Week."	Commemorations	1988-06-20	1988-11-07	Became Public Law No: 100-635.	Senate	Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY]	NY	D	M001054	58	Designates the period of November 28 through December 5, 1988, as National Book Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-340	100	sjres	340	A designating November 27 through December 3, 1988, as "National Sir Winston Churchill Recognition Week".	Commemorations	1988-06-16	1988-11-15	Became Public Law No: 100-663.	Senate	Sen. Packwood, Bob [R-OR]	OR	R	P000009	27	Designates the week of November 27 through December 3, 1988, as National Sir Winston Churchill Recognition Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-341	100	sjres	341	A joint resolution to designate September 15, 1988, as "National RSDS Awareness Day."	Commemorations	1988-06-16	1988-06-16	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]	NJ	D	L000123	7	Designates September 15, 1988, as National RSDS Awareness Day. (RSDS stands for reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome, a disabling disease.)	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-339	100	sjres	339	A joint resolution to designate June 16, 1988, as "Soweto Remembrance Day."	Commemorations	1988-06-15	1988-06-15	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI]	MI	D	L000261	32	Designates June 16, 1988, the 12th anniversary of the Soweto demonstrations and Massacre in South Africa, as Soweto Remembrance Day. Encourages Americans to participate in local activities designed to commemorate the victims of Soweto and to show solidarity with those who are fighting to end apartheid.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-337	100	sjres	337	A joint resolution acknowledging the sacrifices that military families have made on behalf of the Nation and designating November 21, 1988, as "National Military Families Recognition Day."	Commemorations	1988-06-14	1988-10-12	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS]	MS	R	C000567	53	Declares that the Congress acknowledges and appreciates the commitment, devotion, and sacrifices of present and former military families. Designates November 21, 1988, as National Military Families Recognition Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-336	100	sjres	336	A joint resolution designating October 16, 1988, as "World Food Day".	Commemorations	1988-06-10	1988-09-28	Became Public Law No: 100-451.	Senate	Sen. Danforth, John C. [R-MO]	MO	R	D000030	53	Designates October 16, 1988, as World Food Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-335	100	sjres	335	A joint resolution to designate the last full week of October, October 23 through October 29, 1988, as "National Adult Immunization Awareness Week".	Commemorations	1988-06-08	1988-11-03	Became Public Law No: 100-603.	Senate	Sen. Melcher, John [D-MT]	MT	D	M000635	55	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Designates the week of October 23 through October 29, 1988, as National Adult Immunization Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-334	100	sjres	334	A joint resolution to designate July 20, 1988, as "Space Exploration Day".	Commemorations	1988-06-07	1988-07-08	Referred to Subcommittee on Census and Population.	Senate	Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT]	UT	R	G000072	52	Designates July 20, 1988, as Space Exploration Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-330	100	sjres	330	A joint resolution to provide for the designation of September 16, 1988, as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day."	Commemorations	1988-05-27	1988-08-01	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS]	KS	R	D000401	57	Designates September 16, 1988, as National POW/MIA Recognition Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-331	100	sjres	331	A joint resolution to designate the week of June 19-25, 1988, as the "National Recognition of the Accomplishments of Women in the Workforce Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-27	1988-06-14	Referred to House Committee on Post Office and Civil Service.	Senate	Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [D-AL]	AL	D	S000320	56	Designates the week of June 19 through June 25, 1988, as National Recognition of the Accomplishments of Women in the Workforce Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-332	100	sjres	332	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing December 11, 1988, and ending December 17, 1988, as "National Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-27	1988-11-17	Became Public Law No: 100-682.	Senate	Sen. Humphrey, Gordon J. [R-NH]	NH	R	H000951	51	Designates the week of December 11 through December 17, 1988, as National Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-333	100	sjres	333	A joint resolution to designate the week of October 9, 1988, through October 15, 1988, as "National Job Skills Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-27	1988-10-03	Became Public Law No: 100-469.	Senate	Sen. Gore, Albert, Jr. [D-TN]	TN	D	G000321	53	Designates the week of October 9 through October 15, 1988, as National Job Skills Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-329	100	sjres	329	A joint resolution to designate October 24-30, 1988 as Drug Free America Week.	Commemorations	1988-05-26	1988-09-29	Became Public Law No: 100-455.	Senate	Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK]	AK	R	S000888	65	Designates the week of October 24 through October 30, 1988, as Drug Free America Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-326	100	sjres	326	A joint resolution designating July 24 through 30, 1988, as "Lyme Disease Awareness Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-25	1988-07-26	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY]	NY	D	M001054	57	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Designates July 24 through July 30, 1988, as Lyme Disease Awareness Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-327	100	sjres	327	A joint resolution commemorating January 28, 1989, as a "National Day of Excellence" in honor of the crew of the space shuttle Challenger.	Commemorations	1988-05-25	1988-11-17	Became Public Law No: 100-681.	Senate	Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH]	OH	D	G000236	52	Designates January 28, 1989, as a National Day of Excellence in honor of the space shuttle Challenger crew.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-328	100	sjres	328	A joint resolution to designate the day of September 14, 1988, as "National Medical Research Day".	Commemorations	1988-05-25	1988-09-16	Became Public Law No: 100-434.	Senate	Sen. Weicker, Lowell P., Jr. [R-CT]	CT	R	W000253	53	Designates September 14, 1988, as National Medical Research Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-324	100	sjres	324	A joint resolution to designate February 1989 as "America Loves Its Kids Month".	Commemorations	1988-05-20	1988-11-03	Became Public Law No: 100-602.	Senate	Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN]	MN	R	D000566	50	Designates February 1989 as America Loves Its Kids Month.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-325	100	sjres	325	A joint resolution designating the third week in May 1989 as "National Tourism Week."	Commemorations	1988-05-20	1988-11-16	Became Public Law No: 100-672.	Senate	Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV]	WV	D	R000361	52	(Measure passed Senate, amended) Designates the week beginning on the second Sunday in May 1989 as National Tourism Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-322	100	sjres	322	A joint resolution to designate the week of September 23-30, 1988, as "National American Indian Heritage Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-19	1988-09-28	Became Public Law No: 100-450.	Senate	Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [D-AL]	AL	D	S000320	52	Designates the period of September 23 through September 30, 1988, as National American Indian Heritage Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-320	100	sjres	320	A joint resolution to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the passage of the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.	Commemorations	1988-05-18	1988-08-01	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	54	Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the passage of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-321	100	sjres	321	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing February 19, 1989, and ending February 25, 1989, as "National Visiting Nurse Associations Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-18	1988-05-18	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Bradley, Bill [D-NJ]	NJ	D	B001225	56	Designates February 19 through February 25, 1989, as National Visiting Nurse Associations Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-319	100	sjres	319	A joint resolution to designate the period commencing November 6, 1988, and ending November 12, 1988, as "National Disabled Americans Week".	Commemorations	1988-05-16	1988-11-05	Became Public Law No: 100-623.	Senate	Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT]	VT	D	L000174	54	Designates the week of November 6 through November 12, 1988, as National Disabled Americans Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-316	100	sjres	316	A joint resolution designating October 1, 1988, as "National Quality First Day".	Commemorations	1988-05-12	1988-05-12	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Sasser, Jim [D-TN]	TN	D	S000068	5	Designates October 1, 1988, as National Quality First Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-317	100	sjres	317	A joint resolution commemorating the bicentennial of the French Revolution and the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.	Commemorations	1988-05-12	1988-10-11	Became Public Law No: 100-482.	Senate	Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]	RI	D	P000193	1	(Measure passed House, amended) Extends to the people of France an expression of friendship on the occasion of the bicentennial of the French Revolution. Urges the people of the United States to observe such bicentennial. Directs that the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen of France and the Bill of Rights of the United States be printed as a Senate document. Provides for additional copies to be printed as bound volumes for presentation to specified French officials and for extra copies for the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate. Authorizes appropriations.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
100-sjres-318	100	sjres	318	A joint resolution to designate the week of July 25-31, 1988, as the "National Week of Recognition and Remembrance for Those Who Served in the Korean War."	Commemorations	1988-05-12	1988-07-26	Became Public Law No: 100-375.	Senate	Sen. Armstrong, William L. [R-CO]	CO	R	A000219	57	Designates the period of July 25 through July 31, 1988, as National Week of Recognition and Remembrance for Those Who Served in the Korean War. Authorizes and requests the President to urge that the American flag be flown at half staff on July 27, 1988, in honor of those Americans who died as a result of their service in Korea.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-314	100	sjres	314	A joint resolution designating October 1988 as "Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month".	Commemorations	1988-05-10	1988-11-15	Became Public Law No: 100-661.	Senate	Sen. Boschwitz, Rudy [R-MN]	MN	R	B000647	52	Designates October 1988 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-315	100	sjres	315	A joint resolution designating 1989 as, "Year of the Young Reader".	Commemorations	1988-05-10	1988-11-15	Became Public Law No: 100-662.	Senate	Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ]	AZ	D	D000185	54	Designates 1989 as the Year of the Young Reader.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-313	100	sjres	313	A joint resolution designating May 1988 as "Take Pride in America Month".	Commemorations	1988-05-09	1988-05-09	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Wallop, Malcolm [R-WY]	WY	R	W000092	50	Designates May 1988 as Take Pride in America Month.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-310	100	sjres	310	A joint resolution to designate the day of November 2, 1989, as "South Dakota Celebrates a Century Day".	Commemorations	1988-04-29	1988-04-29	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD]	SD	R	P000513	1	Designates November 2, 1989, as South Dakota Celebrates a Century Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-311	100	sjres	311	A joint resolution designating April 29, 1988, as "National Nursing Home Residents' Rights Day."	Commemorations	1988-04-29	1988-04-29	Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Pryor, David H. [D-AR]	AR	D	P000556	0	Designates April 29, 1988, as National Nursing Home Residents' Rights Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
100-sjres-312	100	sjres	312	A joint resolution designating the week beginning September 18, 1988, as "Emergency Medical Services Week".	Commemorations	1988-04-29	1988-08-01	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY]	NY	R	D000018	58	Designates the week beginning September 18, 1988, as Emergency Medical Services Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z

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