openregs: legislation: 294 rows where bill_type = "sres" and congress = 103 sorted by introduced

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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
103-sres-288	103	sres	288	A resolution to request that the Secretary of the Interior withdraw proposed regulations concerning rights-of-way granted under section 2477 of the Revised Statutes, and for other purposes.	Public Lands and Natural Resources	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.	Senate	Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]	UT	R	H000338	4	Requests that the Secretary of the Interior: (1) immediately withdraw a proposed rule regarding rights-of-way across lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management, the National Park Service, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; and (2) reissue such proposed rule for public review and comment only after consulting with specified congressional committees and after revising such proposed rule to adequately reflect and comply with all pertinent laws, executive orders, rules, and historical and legal precedent.	2026-03-24T12:48:03Z
103-sres-289	103	sres	289	A resolution to authorize the President of the Senate to administer the oath of office to the Honorable Fred Thompson of Tennessee.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15466-15467)	Senate	Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS]	KS	R	D000401	0	Authorizes the President of the Senate to administer the oath of office to the Honorable Fred Thompson of Tennessee on December 9, 1994.	2021-06-02T20:16:00Z
103-sres-290	103	sres	290	A resolution appointing a committee to notify the President concerning the proposed adjournment of the session.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15467)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Provides for a committee of Senators to join a similar committee of the House of Representatives to notify the President that the two Houses have completed their business and are ready to adjourn.	2021-06-02T20:16:00Z
103-sres-291	103	sres	291	A resolution tendering the thanks of the Senate to the Vice President for the courteous, dignified, and impartial manner in which he has presided over the deliberations of the Senate.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15467)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Thanks the Honorable Al Gore, Vice President of the United States and President of the Senate, for the manner in which he has presided over the Senate during the second session of the 103d Congress.	2021-06-02T20:16:00Z
103-sres-292	103	sres	292	A resolution tendering the thanks of the Senate to the President pro tempore for the courteous, dignified, and impartial manner in which he has presided over the deliberations of the Senate.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15467)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Thanks the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, President pro tempore, for the manner in which he presided over the Senate during the second session of the 103d Congress.	2021-06-02T20:16:01Z
103-sres-293	103	sres	293	A resolution to commend the exemplary leadership of the Majority Leader.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15467)	Senate	Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS]	KS	R	D000401	0	Thanks the Honorable George J. Mitchell, Senate Majority Leader, for his exemplary leadership during the second session of the 103d Congress.	2021-06-02T20:16:01Z
103-sres-294	103	sres	294	A resolution to commend the exemplary leadership of the Republican Leader.	Congress	1994-12-01	1994-12-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15467)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Thanks the Honorable Robert Dole, Senate Republican leader, for his exemplary leadership during the second session of the 103d Congress.	2021-06-02T20:16:01Z
103-sres-286	103	sres	286	A resolution to refer S. 2563 entitled, "A bill for the relief of land grantors in Henderson, Union and Webster counties, Kentucky, and their heirs," to the Chief Judge of the United States Claims Court for a report thereon.	Private Legislation	1994-11-30	1994-11-30	Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	0	Refers S. 2563, a bill for the relief of certain land grantors, to the Chief Judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-287	103	sres	287	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding regulation of mercury hazardous waste, and for other purposes.	Environmental Protection	1994-11-30	1994-11-30	Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.	Senate	Sen. Wellstone, Paul D. [D-MN]	MN	D	W000288	2	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Environmental Protection Agency should not exempt mercury hazardous wastes from hazardous waste regulation but should adopt waste management policies and rules that seek to minimize all releases of mercury into the environment while encouraging the recycling of mercury-containing fluorescent lamps and other mercury-containing devices.	2025-01-14T17:12:38Z
103-sres-284	103	sres	284	A resolution increasing the efficiency of the deportation process and the removal of deportable aliens.	Immigration	1994-10-08	1994-10-08	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15026)	Senate	Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ]	AZ	D	D000185	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Attorney General should consider implementing pilot projects to increase the efficiency of the deportation process by assuring alien orientation and representation; and (2) this resolution should not be construed as creating a right of representation at Government expense.	2021-06-02T20:15:59Z
103-sres-285	103	sres	285	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate concerning phasing in implementation of Forest Management Plans by the Department of Agriculture.	Public Lands and Natural Resources	1994-10-08	1994-10-08	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15030-15031)	Senate	Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]	MS	R	L000447	8	Expresses the sense of the Senate with respect to forest management plan implementation, including that the Secretary of Agriculture recognize the multiple uses of national forests.	2021-06-02T20:15:59Z
103-sres-277	103	sres	277	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Schindler Project should be recognized for its efforts to educate high school seniors about the lessons of the Holocaust and the application of those lessons to contemporary society.	Education	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	22	Expresses the sense of the Senate in support of the Schindler Project's efforts to provide high school seniors with the opportunity to view the film "Schindler's List" and discuss its historical implications and the application of those lessons to contemporary society.	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
103-sres-278	103	sres	278	A resolution relating to Pakistan.	International Affairs	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Robb, Charles S. [D-VA]	VA	D	R000295	0	Condemns: (1) the alleged involvement of Pakistan in acts of terrorism in other countries; and (2) any involvement by Pakistan in the illegal manufacture, sale, transportation, or distribution of any narcotic substance. Urges the Administration to review the 1993 State Department decision to remove Pakistan from the Watch List of nations suspected of involvement in terrorism abroad. Reaffirms current law prohibiting foreign assistance to Pakistan in light of Prime Minister Sharif's claim that Pakistan has possessed a nuclear weapon for several years.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-279	103	sres	279	A resolution to state the sense of the Senate concerning the Government of Japan recognizing American college and university branch campuses in Japan as American Institutions of higher learning.	International Affairs	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE]	DE	R	R000460	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Government of Japan should: (1) immediately cease its discriminatory policy toward branch campuses approved by the Association of American Colleges and Universities in Japan; (2) accord official status to such campuses as American institutions of higher education and grant them all the rights and privileges enjoyed by similar Japanese educational institutions; and (3) grant student visas to students wishing to attend such campuses in Japan and accord them all such rights and privileges.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-280	103	sres	280	A resolution extending the provisions of Senate Resolution 149 of the One Hundred Third Congress, First Session, relating to the Senate Arms Control Observer Group.	Congress	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14672)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Amends Senate Resolution 149, 103d Congress, to extend the Senate Arms Control Observer Group through December 31, 1996.	2021-06-02T20:15:58Z
103-sres-281	103	sres	281	A resolution to authorize testimony by an employee of the Senate and to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel.	Congress	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14680)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Authorizes Alan Edelman, counsel to the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Governmental Affairs, and any other Subcommittee staff from whom testimony may be necessary to provide testimony about the Subcommittee's investigation into the management and operations of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurance network sought in conjunction with law enforcement investigations or related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. Authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent them.	2021-06-02T20:15:58Z
103-sres-282	103	sres	282	A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices, and to authorize the Office of the Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate to intervene and be represented by its counsel of choice in Rhonda Farmer v. Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices, No. 94-6005 (Fed. Cir.).	Congress	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14680)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices in the case of Rhonda Farmer v. Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices. Authorizes the Office of the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, as a matter of statutory right, to intervene and be represented by its counsel of choice in the case.	2021-06-02T20:15:59Z
103-sres-283	103	sres	283	A resolution relating to the Capitol Preservation Commission.	Government Operations and Politics	1994-10-07	1994-10-07	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14680)	Senate	Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV]	WV	D	B001210	0	Authorizes the Senate Co-chairman of the United States Capitol Preservation Commission to appoint an executive secretary of the Senate Membership of the Commission.	2021-06-02T20:15:59Z
103-sres-274	103	sres	274	A resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate.	Congress	1994-10-06	1994-10-06	Referred to the Committee on Rules.	Senate	Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS]	KS	R	D000401	37	Revises rule XXXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to prohibit any Member, officer, or employee of the Senate (Member) from accepting a gift, knowing that such gift is provided by a lobbyist, a registered lobbyist under the Federal Regulation of Lobbying Act, a lobbying firm, or an agent of a foreign principal. Sets forth provisions regarding what: (1) constitutes a prohibited gift (including anything provided by a lobbyist which is paid for, charged to, or reimbursed by a client or firm of such lobbyist, certain charitable contributions or other payments by a lobbyist relating to a retreat sponsored by or affiliated with an official congressional organization); and (2) does not constitute a gift (including anything for which the recipient pays the market value, anything the recipient does not use and promptly returns to the donor, food or refreshments of nominal value offered other than as part of a meal, and pension and other benefits resulting from continued participation in an employee welfare and benefits plan maintained by a former employer). Sets forth provisions regarding gifts given for a nonbusiness purpose, motivated by family relationship or close personal friendship (generally permitted). Prohibits any Member from knowingly accepting a gift from any other person except as provided in this rule. Lists circumstances where such restrictions shall not apply. Considers a gift to the spouse or dependent of a Member to be a gift to such Member if given with the knowledge and acquiescence of, and with reason to believe the gift was given because of official position as, a Member. Permits Members to accept: (1) offers of free attendance at a widely attended convention, symposium, reception, or similar event, subject to specified requirements; and (2) a sponsor's unsolicited offer of free attendance at a charity event, except for reimbursement for transportation and lodging in connection with the event. Directs the Select Committee on Ethics to provide guidance setting forth reasonable steps that may be…	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-275	103	sres	275	A resolution to amend the Senate gift rule.	Congress	1994-10-06	1994-10-06	Referred to the Committee on Rules.	Senate	Sen. Wellstone, Paul D. [D-MN]	MN	D	W000288	1	Amends rule XXXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to prohibit any Member, officer, or employee of the Senate from knowingly accepting a gift from any person. (Currently, such individuals and their spouses are allowed to accept gifts totalling up to $250 from any one person.) Considers a gift to a spouse or dependent of a Member, officer, or employee to be a gift to the Member, officer, or employee if given with their knowledge and acquiescence and if there is reason to believe that the gift was given because of their official positions. Applies the gift restriction to: (1) anything provided to a Member, officer, or employee by lobbyists or foreign agents which is paid for or reimbursed by a client or firm of the lobbyist or foreign agent; (2) charitable contributions made by lobbyists, lobbying firms, or foreign agents on the basis of a recommendation or specification of a Member, officer, or employee or charitable contributions made by such individuals in lieu of honoraria; (3) contributions and other payments by lobbyists, lobbying firms, or foreign agents to a legal expense fund established for the benefit of a Member, officer, or employee; and (4) financial contributions or expenditures made by lobbyists, lobbying firms, or foreign agents relating to a conference or similar event affiliated with an official congressional organization for or on behalf of Members, officers, or employees. Lists items exempt from the gift restriction, including: (1) anything provided on the basis of a personal or family relationship unless the Member, officer, or employee has reason to believe that the gift was provided because of his or her official position; (2) unused items that are promptly returned to the donor; (3) food or refreshments believed to have a value of less than $20; (4) food, lodging, and other benefits resulting from the outside business or employment activities of a Member, officer, or employee or their spouses if such benefits have not been offered or enhanced because of the recipient's official positio…	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-276	103	sres	276	A resolution providing that notwithstanding the sine die adjournment; the President of the Senate, the President pro tempore, the majority and minority leaders are authorized to make appointments to commissions, committees, boards, or conferences.	Congress	1994-10-06	1994-10-06	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14407)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Authorizes the President of the Senate, the President pro tempore, and the majority and minority leaders of the Senate, notwithstanding the sine die adjournment of the present session of the Congress, to make appointments to commissions, committees, boards, conferences, or interparliamentary conferences authorized by law, by concurrent action of the two Houses, or by order of the Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:57Z
103-sres-273	103	sres	273	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of Grand Canyon National Park.	Public Lands and Natural Resources	1994-10-04	1994-10-04	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14072)	Senate	Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ]	AZ	R	M000303	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Grand Canyon National Park.	2021-06-02T20:15:57Z
103-sres-270	103	sres	270	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate concerning U.S. relations with Taiwan.	International Affairs	1994-09-28	1994-10-05	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14234-14235)	Senate	Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK]	AK	R	M001085	7	Expresses the sense of the Senate that U.S. policy toward Taiwan should: (1) welcome the President of the Republic of China on Taiwan and other high-level Government officials to the United States; (2) allow unrestricted office calls by all representatives of Taiwan in the United States to all U.S. departments and agencies; (3) send cabinet-level officials to Taiwan on a regular basis; (4) support a proposal in the United Nations for formal observer status for Taiwan, a proposal for its full admission into a wide range of international organizations, and participation of the President of the Republic of China on Taiwan in the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum; (5) change the name of Taiwan's representative office in the United States to the "Taipei Representative Office"; (6) approve defensive arms sales to Taiwan based solely on Taiwan's self-defense needs; (7) require advice and consent of the Senate for the highest level U.S. representative in Taiwan; (8) upgrade the status of the existing American Institute in Taiwan; (9) include a report by the Secretary of State to specified congressional committees on U.S. relations with Taiwan; and (10) raise U.S. concerns about the People's Republic of China's threat to forcefully reunify with Taiwan.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-271	103	sres	271	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate that the proposed Oregon Option project has the potential to improve intergovernmental service delivery and that the Federal Government should work cooperatively with the State and local governments of Oregon to fully implement the Oregon Option proposal.	Government Operations and Politics	1994-09-28	1994-09-28	Referred to the Committee on Governmental Affairs.	Senate	Sen. Hatfield, Mark O. [R-OR]	OR	R	H000343	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the proposed Oregon Option project has the potential to improve intergovernmental service delivery; and (2) the Federal Government should work cooperatively with the State and local governments of Oregon to fully implement the Oregon Option proposal.	2025-01-14T19:03:55Z
103-sres-272	103	sres	272	A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Seante.	Congress	1994-09-28	1994-09-28	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13642)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Suspends specified provisions of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the U.S. Capitol (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) to permit an official photograph to be taken of the Senate in actual session.	2021-06-02T20:15:57Z
103-sres-269	103	sres	269	A resolution to amend Senate Resolution 75, 103d Congress, relating to the Jacob Javits Senate Fellowship Program.	Education	1994-09-27	1994-09-27	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13435)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Amends Senate Resolution 75 (103d Congress, 1st session) to require the Jacob K. Javits Foundation, Inc., to: (1) broadly publicize the availability of the Jacob K. Javits Senate Fellowship Program; (2) develop and administer an application process for Senate fellowships; (3) conduct a screening of applicants for the Program; and (4) select participants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. Requires the Secretary of the Senate to assist in the placement of fellowship participants in positions supportive of their academic programs, if practicable. Considers Fellows as employees of the office or committee in which they are placed. Requires the Secretary to submit to the Majority and Minority Leaders of the Senate an evaluation report and recommendations concerning the Program's extension and continued funding level three months before the Program expires.	2021-06-02T20:15:56Z
103-sres-268	103	sres	268	A resolution to refer S. 890 entitled "A bill for the relief of Matt Clawson." to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.	Private Legislation	1994-09-26	1994-09-27	Referred to Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice.	Senate	Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID]	ID	R	C000858	0	Refers S. 890, a bill for the relief of a named individual, to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-263	103	sres	263	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate condemning the cruel and tortuous practice of female genital mutilation.	International Affairs	1994-09-21	1994-09-27	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13435)	Senate	Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]	NV	D	R000146	0	Condemns the practice of genital mutilation of females under age 18 by any nation or individual. Commends the Government of Egypt and all other governments that aggressively and appropriately decry, prevent, and deter such practice through education and other means.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-264	103	sres	264	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should issue an Executive order to promote and expand Federal assistance for Indian institutions of higher education and foster the advancement of the National Education Goals for Indians.	Native Americans	1994-09-21	1994-10-07	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14672)	Senate	Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ]	AZ	R	M000303	24	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should issue an Executive order to promote and expand Federal assistance to Indian institutions of higher education and foster advancement of the National Education Goals in the Goals 2000: Educate America Act for Indians.	2025-06-20T19:33:16Z
103-sres-265	103	sres	265	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate concerning district council elections in Hong Kong on September 18, 1994.	International Affairs	1994-09-21	1994-10-05	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S14234)	Senate	Sen. Brown, Hank [R-CO]	CO	R	B000919	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) free and fair elections are an essential component of a stable, democratic government in Hong Kong that is free from corruption; (2) the people of Hong Kong should be congratulated for the recent success of the district board elections and for the progress of democratic reforms; and (3) the United States should support the progress of democratic reforms in Hong Kong and encourage all parties to protect these gains as the 1997 transition approaches.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-266	103	sres	266	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate concerning the future commitment of U.S. military forces overseas.	International Affairs	1994-09-21	1994-09-21	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Brown, Hank [R-CO]	CO	R	B000919	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should: (1) not commit forces to combat in future conflicts unless it is vital to our national interest; (2) after determining that the introduction of combat troops is an absolute necessity, commit troops wholeheartedly and with the clear intention of winning; (3) have clearly defined political and military objectives for committing forces and know precisely how U.S. forces will accomplish such objectives; (4) continually reassess and readjust, if necessary, the relationship between U.S. objectives and the U.S. forces that have been committed; (5) commit no forces without the reasonable assurance that the American people and the Congress support the action; and (6) only commit forces to combat as a last resort.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-267	103	sres	267	A resolution concerning the withdrawal of United States troops from Haiti.	International Affairs	1994-09-21	1994-09-21	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Brown, Hank [R-CO]	CO	R	B000919	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that U.S. troops should be withdrawn from Haiti not later than December 31, 1994.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-259	103	sres	259	A resolution commending the President and the special delegation to Haiti, and supporting the United States Armed Forces in Haiti.	International Affairs	1994-09-20	1994-09-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 94-5. Record Vote No: 301. (consideration: CR S13048-13068, S13070-13081)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	2	Declares that the Senate: (1) commends the efforts of the President in sending former President Jimmy Carter, retired General Colin Powell, and Senator Sam Nunn to Haiti to avoid the loss of American lives; (2) supports the U.S. armed forces in Haiti who are performing with excellence and patriotism; (3) supports the departure from power of the de facto authorities there and Haitian efforts to return democracy; (4) supports lifting of U.S. unilateral economic sanctions and U.N. resolutions supporting such sanctions; and (5) supports the withdrawal of U.S. armed forces as soon as possible.	2021-06-02T20:37:30Z
103-sres-260	103	sres	260	A resolution congratulating Heather Whitestone on being crowned Miss America 1995.	Arts, Culture, Religion	1994-09-20	1994-09-20	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13036)	Senate	Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [D-AL]	AL	D	S000320	1	Congratulates Heather Whitestone on being crowned Miss America 1995.	2021-06-02T20:15:55Z
103-sres-261	103	sres	261	A resolution commending Ambassador Mou-shih Ding, representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Washington, D.C.	International Affairs	1994-09-20	1994-09-20	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13036)	Senate	Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK]	AK	R	M001085	4	Declares that the Congress: (1) salutes Ambassador Mou-shih Ding for his leadership of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Washington, D.C.; (2) commends his efforts to further the interests of the Republic of China by building closer ties to the United States; (3) thanks him for the friendship he has shown to the Senate; and (4) expresses warmest wishes for the future to him and his family.	2021-06-02T20:15:55Z
103-sres-262	103	sres	262	A resolution concerning the use of United States forces and military operations in Haiti.	International Affairs	1994-09-20	1994-09-20	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI]	WI	D	F000061	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Congress should vote on or before October 15, 1994, on a measure containing specific authorization for the use of U.S. forces and military operations in Haiti.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-256	103	sres	256	A resolution to authorize the use of funds available to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for consultants.	Congress	1994-09-19	1994-09-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S13092-13093)	Senate	Sen. Johnston, J. Bennett [D-LA]	LA	D	J000189	1	Amends the Omnibus Committee Funding Resolution for 1993 and 1994 (S.Res. 71, 103d Congress) to authorize the use of funds made available to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for procurement of consultant services.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-257	103	sres	257	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the appropriate portrayal of men and women of the Armed Forces in the upcoming National Air and Space Museum's exhibit on the Enola Gay.	Arts, Culture, Religion	1994-09-19	1994-09-23	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR 9/22/94 S13315-13316)	Senate	Sen. Kassebaum, Nancy Landon [R-KS]	KS	R	K000017	13	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the National Air and Space Museum's Enola Gay exhibit should reflect appropriate sensitivity toward the men and women who served in the armed forces during World War II.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-258	103	sres	258	A resolution to refer S. 974 entitled "A bill for the relief of Richard Kanehl of Mobile, Alambama." to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.	Private Legislation	1994-09-19	1994-10-04	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.	Senate	Sen. Heflin, Howell [D-AL]	AL	D	H000445	0	Refers S. 974, a bill for the relief of a named individual, to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims, as a supplement to S. Res. 108, for a report thereon.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-253	103	sres	253	A resolution relating to monetary policy.	Economics and Public Finance	1994-08-25	1994-08-25	Referred to the Committee on Banking.	Senate	Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL]	IL	D	S000423	3	Expresses the sense of the Senate that in the immediate future it would be a mistake to raise interest rates further, and that the Secretary of the Senate shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.	2025-01-14T18:20:21Z
103-sres-254	103	sres	254	A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices, and to authorize the Office of the Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate to intervene and be represented by its counsel of choice, in Kenneth Riggin, et al. v. Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices, No. 94-6004 (Fed. Cir.).	Congress	1994-08-25	1994-08-25	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S12670-12671)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices in the case of Kenneth Riggin, et al. v. Office of Senate Fair Employment Practices. Authorizes the Office of the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate as a matter of statutory right to intervene and be represented by its counsel of choice in the case.	2021-06-02T20:15:53Z
103-sres-255	103	sres	255	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate condemning the tactic of soliciting support for the use of violence against abortion providers and activists.	Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues	1994-08-25	1994-08-25	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S12671)	Senate	Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]	NV	D	R000146	0	Condemns the tactics of extremist individuals and groups concerning abortion which are designed to sow the seeds of hatred, including soliciting, promoting, encouraging, or carrying out murderous acts of violence against abortion providers and activists.	2021-06-02T20:15:53Z
103-sres-252	103	sres	252	A resolution to designate the week of March 12-18, 1995 as "National Manufacturing Week".	Commerce	1994-08-23	1994-08-23	Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY]	NY	R	D000018	1	Designates the week of March 12, 1995, as National Manufacturing Week.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-251	103	sres	251	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding human rights violations in Kashmir and calling for a negotiated settlement to the Kashmir conflict, including India, Pakistan and the people of Kashmir.	International Affairs	1994-08-22	1994-08-22	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Wallop, Malcolm [R-WY]	WY	R	W000092	0	Condemns the use of coercive forces by Indian military and paramilitary forces against civilians in Kashmir and denounces any acts of violence by the Kashmiri militants. Urges the Government of India to release political prisoners, open Kashmir to international human rights groups and electronic media, permit the International Red Cross to visit prisons and detention centers, and prosecute security personnel involved in wanton violence against the civilian population. Reiterates the need for the Governments of India and Pakistan and the legitimate representatives of Kashmir to enter into negotiations and peacefully resolve the conflict. Urges the Administration to work with the United Nations and the international community to facilitate a peaceful negotiation for the final settlement of the Kashmir crisis.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-250	103	sres	250	A resolution to refer S. 2409 entitled "A bill for the relief of D.W. Jacobson, Ronal Karkala, and Paul Bjorgen of Grand Rapids, Minnesota" to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.	Private Legislation	1994-08-19	1994-09-26	Referred to Subcommittee on Courts and Administrative Practice.	Senate	Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN]	MN	R	D000566	0	Refers S. 2409, a bill for the relief of three named individuals, to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report thereon.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-249	103	sres	249	A resolution to authorize testimony by an employee of the Senate and to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel.	Congress	1994-08-15	1994-08-15	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S11803)	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	1	Authorizes Mary Leblanc, a Senate employee, to testify in conjunction with law enforcement investigations or related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted, and authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent her.	2021-06-02T20:15:53Z
103-sres-248	103	sres	248	A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in United States v. Durenberger.	Congress	1994-08-13	1994-08-13	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S11715)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in United States v. Durenberger, for the limited purpose of requesting the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit to give plenary consideration to the contentions of the United States and Senator Durenberger in regard to the separation of powers questions presented by the appeal.	2021-06-02T20:15:53Z
103-sres-247	103	sres	247	A resolution condemning the recent acts of international terrorism committed against Jewish communities in Argentina, Panama, and Great Britain, and for other purposes.	International Affairs	1994-08-03	1994-08-03	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S10489-10490)	Senate	Sen. Metzenbaum, Howard M. [D-OH]	OH	D	M000678	11	Condemns the: (1) worldwide targeting of Jewish communities by terrorists determined to disrupt the Middle East peace process; and (2) continued use of violence to pursue political objectives. Commends the people of Argentina, Panama, and Great Britain for the outrage they expressed in response to terrorist acts in July of 1994 against targets in such countries. Recognizes the efforts of such countries to investigate such incidents. Urges their governments to commit any resources necessary to apprehend the perpetrators and to adopt measures to prevent a recurrence of such acts.	2021-06-02T20:15:52Z
103-sres-246	103	sres	246	A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Hugh Scott, formerly a Senator from the State of Pennsylvania.	Congress	1994-07-28	1994-08-01	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Mourns the death of the Honorable Hugh Scott, formerly a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania, and honors his memory.	2021-06-02T20:15:52Z
103-sres-245	103	sres	245	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should exercise the line-item veto without awaiting the enactment of additional authorization for the purpose of obtaining a judicial determination of its constitutionality.	Economics and Public Finance	1994-07-26	1994-09-19	Referred to Subcommittee on Constitution.	Senate	Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]	PA	R	S000709	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should exercise the line-item veto without waiting for enactment of additional authorization for the purpose of obtaining a judicial determination of its constitutionality.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-244	103	sres	244	A resolution honoring the three firefighters who died in a helicopter crash while on their way to fight a fire in the Gila National Forest.	Emergency Management	1994-07-25	1994-07-25	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S9649-9650)	Senate	Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM]	NM	D	B000468	1	Honors three named Federal fire fighters who died on July 12, 1994, for their heroic efforts in attempting to fight a fire in the Gila National Forest, New Mexico.	2021-06-02T20:15:52Z
103-sres-243	103	sres	243	A resolution recognizing the REALTORS Land Institute on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary.	Commerce	1994-07-14	1994-10-08	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S15028)	Senate	Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]	MS	R	L000447	8	Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Realtors Land Institute.	2025-01-14T18:20:21Z
103-sres-241	103	sres	241	A resolution to amend rule XVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate relating to amendments to appropriation bills in the Senate.	Congress	1994-07-13	1994-07-13	Referred to the Committee on Rules.	Senate	Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV]	WV	D	B001210	0	Amends rule XVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate relating to amendments to appropriation bills in the Senate to: (1) prohibit the Senate, on a point of order, from receiving any amendment not germane or relevant to the subject matter contained in the bill as passed by the House or as reported by the Senate; (2) require all questions of relevancy or germaneness of amendments to be ruled on by the chair; and (3) require an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Senators to overturn a ruling of the chair regarding questions of germaneness, relevancy, or legislation in such amendments or to waive such provisions of the rule with respect to an amendment.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-242	103	sres	242	A resolution honoring the 14 Federal firefighters who died while fighting a wildfire near Glenwood Springs, Colorado.	Emergency Management	1994-07-13	1994-07-20	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S9332)	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [D-CO]	CO	D	C000077	20	Honors the 14 Federal fire fighters who died on July 6, 1994, for their heroic efforts to contain a fire on Storm King Mountain near Glenwood Springs, Colorado.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-239	103	sres	239	An original resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding conditions for continued United States participation under the Convention on Biological Diversity.	International Affairs	1994-07-11	1994-07-11	Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 513.	Senate	Sen. Pell, Claiborne [D-RI]	RI	D	P000193	0	Expresses the sense of the Senate that, in formulating U.S. participation under the Convention on Biological Diversity, the President should ensure that: (1) any proposal for funding includes specific budget offsets to ensure that the deficit is not increased; (2) a restructured Global Environmental Facility is the financing mechanism referred to in the Convention; (3) further decisions under the Convention provide adequate and effective protections for intellectual property and are not weaker than those provided under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), U.S. laws, or the laws of other developed countries; (4) the United States has received a vote in all institutions, organizations, and mechanisms created under the Convention that is commensurate with the level of U.S. assessed contributions under the Convention; (5) the biological safety protocol is submitted to the Senate for its advice and consent to ratification; and (6) U.S. contributions under the Convention are solely dependent upon appropriations by the U.S. Congress and are not bound by assessments of organizations created under the Convention. Calls on the President to report to the Congress annually on the status of U.S. participation under the Convention.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-240	103	sres	240	A resolution honoring the United States 1994 World Cup soccer team.	Sports and Recreation	1994-07-11	1994-07-12	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8538)	Senate	Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC]	SC	R	T000254	71	Commends the United States 1994 World Cup soccer team for its outstanding efforts in the 1994 World Cup soccer tournament.	2021-06-02T20:15:51Z
103-sres-237	103	sres	237	A resolution to memorialize D.E.A. agent Richard Fass.	Crime and Law Enforcement	1994-07-01	1994-07-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8222)	Senate	Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ]	AZ	D	D000185	1	Urges the: (1) Administration to submit legislation to the Congress which authorizes Federal law enforcement officers to be excused from duty without loss of reduction in pay, leave, or credit for service to attend the funeral of a fellow Federal law enforcement officer who was killed in the line of duty; and (2) Attorney General to permit DEA personnel to attend the funeral of agent Richard Fass.	2021-06-02T20:15:51Z
103-sres-238	103	sres	238	A resolution to modify certain provisions of Senate Resolution 356 relating to the John Heinz Senate Fellowship Program.	Congress	1994-07-01	1994-07-01	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8345-8346)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	5	Revises certain provisions for the John Heinz Senate Fellowship Program (which are contained in S. Res. 356, agreed to in the 102d Congress). Limits the period of employment for each participant to not more than one year. Makes funds available for a five-year period to the Secretary of the Senate to compensate eligible participants. Terminates such program five years from the date of adoption of this provision.	2021-06-02T20:15:51Z
103-sres-235	103	sres	235	A resolution to print as a Senate document a collection of statements made in tribute to the late First Lady of the United States, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.	Congress	1994-06-29	1994-06-29	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7971)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	30	Provides for the printing as a Senate document a collection of statements made in tribute to the late First Lady of the United States, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.	2021-06-02T20:15:50Z
103-sres-236	103	sres	236	A resolution to increase the portion of funds available to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs for hiring consultants.	Congress	1994-06-29	1994-06-29	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7971)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Increases funds made available to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs for hiring consultants from $1,000 to $300,000.	2021-06-02T20:15:51Z
103-sres-234	103	sres	234	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the fifth year of imprisonment of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi by Burma's military dictatorship, and for other purposes.	International Affairs	1994-06-28	1994-07-15	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S9129-9130)	Senate	Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY]	NY	D	M001054	9	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the U.S. Government should: (1) enunciate a policy to promote democracy in Burma; (2) encourage members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) at the July meetings in Bangkok to join U.S. efforts to seek the immediate release of Daw Aung San Suu Kyi and other political prisoners, achieve the transfer of power to the winners of the 1990 democratic election, join the U.S. arms embargo against Burma, and end human rights abuses perpetrated by the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC); (3) indicate continued U.S. opposition to SLORC participation in ASEAN; (4) work to implement United Nations (UN) General Assembly resolution 48/150 and pledge to seek international sanctions through the UN and the appointment of a special envoy; (5) oppose commercial arrangements and foreign aid and financial assistance from international finance institutions that only provide financial support for the SLORC; (6) encourage the Government of Thailand to allow Burmese political leaders and refugees to continue their efforts to bring democratic change to Burma without fear of harassment or other pressure; (7) continue the current policy of not sending an ambassador to Rangoon until the SLORC has taken steps to end human rights abuses and transfer power to the democratically elected leaders of Burma; and (8) investigate claims of forced repatriation of Rohingya refugees.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-233	103	sres	233	A resolution to authorize representation of Members of the Senate in Bahre v. Butler, Case No. 9410917-05 (Super. Ct. Cobb County, Ga.).	Congress	1994-06-24	1994-06-24	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7659-7660)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senators Bob Dole, Sam Nunn, and Paul Coverdell in connection with the subpoenas in Bahre v. Butler.	2021-06-02T20:15:50Z
103-sres-232	103	sres	232	A resolution to congratulate the Houston Rockets for winning the 1994 National Basketball Association Championship.	Sports and Recreation	1994-06-23	1994-06-23	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7592)	Senate	Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX]	TX	R	G000365	1	Congratulates the Houston Rockets for their outstanding heart, resolve, and determination in winning the 1994 National Basketball Association Championship.	2021-06-02T20:15:50Z
103-sres-231	103	sres	231	A resolution to recognize persons dedicated to improving voter participation, and for other purposes.	Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues	1994-06-22	1994-06-22	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7472-7473)	Senate	Sen. Wofford, Harris [D-PA]	PA	D	W000665	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) June 21, 1994, is designated as Freedom Summer Day; and (2) it reaffirms the goal of removing remaining barriers to full voter participation in this Nation.	2021-06-02T20:15:50Z
103-sres-230	103	sres	230	A resolution to designate and assign two permanent Senate offices to each State.	Congress	1994-06-20	1994-07-28	Committee on Rules. Hearings held.	Senate	Sen. Wofford, Harris [D-PA]	PA	D	W000665	0	Directs the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration to begin to designate two permanent offices for each State. Provides that by June 30, 1995, each State shall be designated two permanent offices for the Senators from such State. Requires each Senator, upon taking office, to be assigned a permanent office designated to the State that the Senator represents. Prohibits funds appropriated to the Senate from being used to move a Senator from the office to which the Senator has been assigned. Requires all funds saved by the implementation of this Act to be dedicated to deficit reduction.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-227	103	sres	227	Senate Procedures Reform Resolution of 1994	Congress	1994-06-16	1994-06-16	Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 472.	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	0	Senate Procedures Reform Resolution of 1994 - Amends rule XXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to revise the numbers of Senators comprising Senate standing, select, and special committees. Revises service limitations to prohibit any Senator from serving on: (1) more than one of the Aging, Budget, Joint Economic, Rules and Administration, Small Business, and Veterans' Affairs Committees; (2) more than one (currently, two) subcommittee of any such Committee of which he or she is a member; (3) both the Appropriations and Finance Committees; (4) both the Armed Services and Foreign Relations Committees; or (5) more than two (currently, three) subcommittees of each of the Committees on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, Armed Services, Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, Commerce, Science and Transportation, Energy and Natural Resources, Environment and Public Works, Finance, Foreign Relations, Governmental Affairs, the Judiciary, and Labor and Human Resources of which he or she is a member. Permits waiver of service limitations only by a resolution designating the Senators affected. Amends rule XXVI to allow only certain committees to meet on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and only certain other committees to meet on Thursdays, unless consent is obtained from the majority and minority leaders. Permits subcommittees to meet only on the day the full committee may meet at a time when the full committee is not meeting. Requires the chairman of each committee of the Senate to maintain a record of committee attendance and voting records to be made available to the public. Requires the Secretary of the Senate, by January 31 each year, to certify and publish in the Congressional Record a list identifying each member of the Senate who has used less than the amount allocated to the personal office of the member during the preceding fiscal year and the amount of such unused allocation.	2025-08-26T13:52:18Z
103-sres-228	103	sres	228	Senate Floor Procedures Reform Resolution of 1994	Congress	1994-06-16	1994-06-16	Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 473.	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	0	Senate Floor Procedures Reform Resolution of 1994 - Amends rule XV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to require, on a point of order made by any Senator, the signature of at least ten Senators before amendments expressing the sense of the Senate or the sense of the Congress, or an amendment thereto, can be received. Amends rule XXVIII to provide that notwithstanding a request for the reading of a conference report (if it is printed and available one day prior to a motion to consider it) the vote on such motion shall be immediately put and shall be determined without debate. Amends rule VIII to provide for a two-hour debate, divided between the majority and minority leaders, on motions to proceed to the consideration of bills and resolutions made by the majority leader after the first two hours of a new legislative day. Makes such motions to proceed by the majority leader or any other Senator to motions, resolutions, or amendments to change any of the Standing Rules of the Senate debatable. Amends rule XXII to require an affirmative three-fifths vote for post-cloture appeals from the decision of the Presiding Officer, except on a measure or motion to amend the Senate rules where a necessary affirmative vote shall be two-thirds of the Senators present and voting. Amends rule XVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate relating to amendments to appropriation bills in the Senate to: (1) prohibit the Senate, on a point of order, from receiving any amendment not germane or relevant to the subject matter contained in the bill as passed by the House or as reported by the Senate; (2) require all questions of relevancy or germaneness of amendments to be ruled on by the chair; and (3) require an affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Senators to overturn a ruling of the chair regarding questions of germaneness, relevancy, or legislation in such amendments or to waive such provisions of the rule with respect to an amendment.	2025-08-26T13:51:32Z
103-sres-229	103	sres	229	A resolution authorizing oversight hearings by the Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs.	Congress	1994-06-16	1994-06-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 54-44. Record Vote No: 154. (consideration: CR S7173-7196)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Requires the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs in the Senate to conduct hearings into and make a public report to the Senate on whether improper conduct occurred regarding: (1) communications between officials of the White House and the Department of the Treasury or the Resolution Trust Corporation relating to the Whitewater Development Corporation and the Madison Guaranty Savings and Loan Association; (2) the Park Service Police investigation into the death of White House Deputy Counsel Vincent Foster; and (3) the way in which White House officials handled documents in his White House office at the time of his death. Requires the Committee to coordinate its activities with the independent counsel's investigation. Increases the amount authorized for expenditures by the Committee for March 1, 1994, through February 28, 1995.	2025-04-07T15:28:16Z
103-sres-224	103	sres	224	An original resolution to amend the Standing Rules of the Senate for the use of the recording studio and mass mailings with respect to uncontested elections.	Congress	1994-06-15	1994-06-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7268)	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	0	Amends rule XL of the Standing Rules of the Senate to allow a Senator or an individual who is a candidate for nomination for election, or election, to send franked mass mailings and to use the congressional radio and television studios less than 60 days immediately before the date of the primary or general election if the candidacy of the Senator in such election is uncontested.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-225	103	sres	225	An original resolution relating to the purchase of calendars.	Congress	1994-06-15	1994-06-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7268)	Senate	Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY]	KY	D	F000268	0	Authorizes the Committee on Rules and Administration to expend a specified amount for the purchase of 1995 "We The People" calendars.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-226	103	sres	226	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate relating to negotiations under the Pacific Salmon Treaty.	Public Lands and Natural Resources	1994-06-15	1994-06-16	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7084)	Senate	Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA]	WA	R	G000333	4	Declares that: (1) the United States should reimburse the owner of any U.S. fishing vessel forced to pay a transit license fee for Inside Passage off the Pacific coast of Canada, and should seek reimbursement for any such payments from Canada; (2) Congress should amend the Fishermen's Protective Act to authorize such reimbursement for all vessel owners who pay the transit license fee to the extent that such Act does not allow reimbursement for vessels which have not been seized; (3) the United States should prohibit the use of U.S. waters off Alaska, including waters in and near the Dixon entrance, for purposes of anchorage without proper customs clearance by commercial fishing vessels of Canada; (4) the President should direct the Coast Guard to take all steps necessary in accordance with the recognized principles of international law to provide for the safety of U.S. citizens exercising their right of passage in Canadian waters; (5) the President should review all agreements between the United States and Canada to identify other actions that may be taken to convince Canada that continuation of the transit license policy would be against Canada's long term interests, and should immediately implement any such actions which the President deems appropriate until Canada rescinds the policy; (6) the President should immediately convey to Canada in the strongest terms that the United States will not now, nor at any time in the future, tolerate any action by Canada which would impede or otherwise restrict the right of passage of U.S. vessels in violation of customary international law; and (7) the United States should redouble its efforts to seek expeditious agreement with Canada on appropriate fishery conservation and management measures that can be implemented through the Pacific Salmon Treaty to address issues of mutual concern.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
103-sres-221	103	sres	221	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the case of United States v. Knox.	Crime and Law Enforcement	1994-06-14	1994-06-14	Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE]	DE	R	R000460	2	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Department of Justice should accept the opinion of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in United States v. Knox and should oppose any effort by the defendant, or any other party, to overturn the decision in that case.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-222	103	sres	222	A resolution to commend the Razorbacks of the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville for having won the 1994 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship.	Sports and Recreation	1994-06-14	1994-06-14	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6855)	Senate	Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR]	AR	D	B001057	1	Commends the Razorbacks of the University of Arkansas for winning the 1994 National Collegiate Athletic Association Men's Basketball Championship.	2021-06-02T20:15:47Z
103-sres-223	103	sres	223	A resolution to refer S. 2188 entitled "A bill for the relief of the Pottawatomi Nation in Canada for the proportionate share of tribal funds and annuities under treaties between the Pottawatomi Nation and the United States, and for other purposes", to the Chief Judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims for a report on the bill.	Private Legislation	1994-06-14	1994-10-04	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.	Senate	Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI]	HI	D	I000025	1	Refers S. 2188, a bill for the relief of the Pottawatomi Nation in Canada, to the chief judge of the United States Court of Federal Claims.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-220	103	sres	220	A resolution recognizing Portugal's special relationship with the United States, and the contribution of Portuguese Americans to American life.	International Affairs	1994-06-09	1994-06-10	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6780)	Senate	Sen. Campbell, Ben Nighthorse [D-CO]	CO	D	C000077	1	Recognizes Portugal for its special relationship with, and Portuguese people for their special contributions to, the United States.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-219	103	sres	219	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the issuance under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 of administrative guidelines applicable to religious harassment in employment.	Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues	1994-06-07	1994-06-07	Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.	Senate	Sen. Brown, Hank [R-CO]	CO	R	B000919	4	Expresses the sense of the Senate that for purposes of issuing final regulations regarding religious harassment in the workplace under title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission should: (1) withdraw religion as a category covered by proposed guidelines; (2) hold public hearings; and (3) receive additional public comment before issuing similar new regulations.	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
103-sres-216	103	sres	216	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding breast and cervical cancer screening.	Health	1994-05-25	1994-06-15	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6877-6878)	Senate	Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK]	AK	R	M001085	3	Expresses the sense of the Senate that any Senate health care reform measures passed should contain provisions that maintain that early detection and preventive screening for breast and cervical cancers not be artificially limited by Federal mandates.	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
103-sres-217	103	sres	217	A resolution establishing a special subcommittee within the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs to conduct an investigation into allegations concerning the Whitewater Development Corporation, Madison Guaranty Savings and Loan Association, and Capital Management Services, Inc., and other related matters.	Congress	1994-05-25	1994-05-25	Referred to the Committee on Rules.	Senate	Sen. D'Amato, Alfonse [R-NY]	NY	R	D000018	26	Establishes the Special Subcommittee on Certain Allegations Concerning Whitewater Development Corporation, Madison Guaranty Savings and Loan Association, and Capital Management Services, Inc., and Related Issues within the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Declares that the purpose of such Subcommittee shall be to conduct an investigation into, and study matters related to: (1) Whitewater, Madison, Capital Management, the Arkansas Development Finance Authority, and Value Partners I; (2) the conduct and policies of specified Federal executive and regulatory agencies; and (3) the circumstances surrounding Hillary Rodham Clinton's commodities-futures trading activities. Requires the Subcommittee to report its findings to the Senate.	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-218	103	sres	218	A resolution relative to the war in Nagorno-Karabakh.	International Affairs	1994-05-25	1994-05-25	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL]	IL	D	S000423	2	Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should: (1) direct that halting the war between Nagorno-Karabakh Armenians and Armenians on one side, and Azerbaijanis on the other, be a high priority of U.S. foreign policy; and (2) immediately launch a new high-level diplomatic initiative to stop the war, based on the Minsk process, including representatives of Russia and other parties to the conflict. Welcomes the Administration's: (1) efforts to provide kerosene, seed wheat, and other urgently-needed humanitarian supplies to Armenia, as well as technical assistance for the transformation to a market economy; and (2) steps taken to extend U.S. assistance to Azerbaijan through non-governmental organizations. Declares that a provision of the Freedom Support Act restricting assistance to Azerbaijan was not intended as an anti-Azeri initiative, is not so viewed today, and should be repealed as soon as Azerbaijani blockades are lifted.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z
103-sres-215	103	sres	215	A resolution to authorize testimony and representation of a former employee of the Senate in Sonja I. Anderson v. Kaiser Engineers Hanford Co.	Congress	1994-05-23	1994-05-23	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6193)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Authorizes Robert Alvarez, a former employee of the Senate, to testify in the case of Sonja I. Anderson v. Kaiser Engineers Hanford Co., and any related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. Authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent him.	2021-06-02T20:15:46Z
103-sres-214	103	sres	214	A resolution on health care for Members of Congress and for the American people.	Health	1994-05-17	1994-05-17	Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.	Senate	Sen. Wellstone, Paul D. [D-MN]	MN	D	W000288	0	Urges the Congress to enact health care reform that guarantees everyone health care as good as the best health care that will be available to Members of Congress.	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
103-sres-213	103	sres	213	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate that May 18, 1994, should be recognized as "Senior Power Day".	Social Welfare	1994-05-11	1994-05-11	Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Riegle, Donald W., Jr. [D-MI]	MI	D	R000249	1	Expresses the sense of the Senate that May 18, 1994, should be recognized as Senior Power Day.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-212	103	sres	212	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued to honor coach Paul "Bear" Bryant.	Government Operations and Politics	1994-05-10	1994-05-10	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S5406)	Senate	Sen. Heflin, Howell [D-AL]	AL	D	H000445	5	Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee of the U.S. Postal Service to recommend to the Postmaster General that a postage stamp be issued to honor coach Paul "Bear" Bryant.	2021-06-02T20:15:46Z
103-sres-210	103	sres	210	A resolution congratulating the people and leaders of South Africa on the results of their first democratic election.	International Affairs	1994-05-04	1994-05-04	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S5204-5205)	Senate	Sen. Wofford, Harris [D-PA]	PA	D	W000665	8	Congratulates the people of South Africa and their leaders on the results of their first democratic election. Expresses the hope of all Americans that South Africa and its citizens continue on the road to freedom and national unity.	2021-06-02T20:15:46Z
103-sres-211	103	sres	211	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate welcoming the May 1994 concert tour of the 150 Ensemble Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of Hellenic Radio and Television under the direction of Mikis Theodorakis.	Arts, Culture, Religion	1994-05-04	1994-05-04	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S5205)	Senate	Sen. Riegle, Donald W., Jr. [D-MI]	MI	D	R000249	0	Welcomes the 150 Ensemble Symphony Orchestra and Chorus of Hellenic Radio and Television, under the direction of Mikis Theodorakis, to the United States and applauds their talent and enthusiasm for their work. Acknowledges the musical contributions of Theodorakis and supports his effort to promote human rights, raise awareness of environmental issues, and end child hunger.	2021-06-02T20:15:46Z
103-sres-208	103	sres	208	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to mammography screening to detect breast cancer in women ages 40 to 49.	Health	1994-05-03	1994-05-03	Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources.	Senate	Sen. Cohen, William S. [R-ME]	ME	R	C000598	18	Expresses the sense of the Senate with respect to mammography screening to detect breast cancer in women ages 40 to 49.	2025-04-21T12:24:17Z
103-sres-209	103	sres	209	A resolution to express the sense of the Senate honoring Mikis Theodorakis.	Arts, Culture, Religion	1994-05-03	1994-05-03	Referred to the Committee on Judiciary.	Senate	Sen. Riegle, Donald W., Jr. [D-MI]	MI	D	R000249	0	Expresses appreciation for Mikis Theodorakis' musical contributions and his efforts to promote human rights, raise awareness of environmental issues, and end child hunger. Welcomes him to the United States.	2025-07-21T19:32:26Z
103-sres-206	103	sres	206	A resolution relative to the compilation of eulogies on the life of Richard M. Nixon, former President of the United States.	Congress	1994-04-26	1994-05-03	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS]	KS	R	D000401	3	Directs that the eulogies offered concerning the life of the Honorable Richard M. Nixon, former President of the United States, be bound and printed as a Senate document.	2021-06-02T20:15:45Z
103-sres-207	103	sres	207	A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the tragic humanitarian and political catastrophe in Rwanda.	International Affairs	1994-04-26	1994-04-26	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4922)	Senate	Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL]	IL	D	S000423	7	Deplores the massacre of civilians and individuals sympathetic to the political opposition in Rwanda by the Rwandan military and associated groups, as well as the Rwandan Patriotic Front. Commends President Clinton for his condemnation of and response to this crisis and the U.S. Ambassador to Rwanda, David Rawson, for his efforts in ensuring the safe and swift evacuation of Americans. Calls on: (1) all parties to exercise restraint and control over their forces, accede to and respect an immediate ceasefire, ensure the safety of innocent civilians, guarantee free passage of humanitarian assistance, and recommit themselves to the principles set forth in the Arusha peace accords; and (2) the United Nations (UN) to consider military and diplomatic options which are consistent with the Arusha accords and will ensure the safety of innocent civilians, assist in monitoring an eventual ceasefire or peace agreement, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian relief, and ensure the viability of these options. Urges: (1) the UN and the Organization of African Unity to continue efforts to gain agreement on a credible ceasefire and to facilitate negotiations between the parties to the conflict based upon such accords; and (2) President Clinton to continue diplomatic efforts to achieve prompt resolution of the crisis in Rwanda.	2021-06-02T20:15:45Z
103-sres-205	103	sres	205	A resolution relative to the death of Richard M. Nixon, a former President of the United States.	Government Operations and Politics	1994-04-25	1994-04-26	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Expresses the sorrow of the Senate regarding the death of the Honorable Richard M. Nixon, former President of the United States.	2021-06-02T20:15:45Z
103-sres-200	103	sres	200	A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a Secretary of the Senate.	Congress	1994-04-19	1994-04-21	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Notifies the House of Representatives of the election of the Honorable Martha S. Pope as Secretary of the Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:44Z
103-sres-201	103	sres	201	A resolution notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Secretary of the Senate.	Congress	1994-04-19	1994-04-19	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4384)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Notifies the President of the election of the Honorable Martha S. Pope as Secretary of the Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:44Z
103-sres-202	103	sres	202	A resolution notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.	Congress	1994-04-19	1994-04-21	Message on Senate action sent to the House.	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Notifies the House of Representatives of the election of the Honorable Robert Laurent Benoit as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:44Z
103-sres-203	103	sres	203	A resolution notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.	Congress	1994-04-19	1994-04-19	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4405)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	0	Notifies the President of the election of the Honorable Robert Laurent Benoit as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:45Z
103-sres-204	103	sres	204	A resolution relating to the retirement of Walter J. Stewart, Secretary of the United States Senate.	Congress	1994-04-19	1994-04-19	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4489)	Senate	Sen. Mitchell, George J. [D-ME]	ME	D	M000811	1	Designates Walter J. Stewart as Secretary Emeritus of the United States Senate.	2021-06-02T20:15:45Z
103-sres-199	103	sres	199	A resolution recognizing and honoring the activities of the United States Coast Guard Yard in Curtis Bay, Maryland, and the service of members and civilian employees of the Coast Guard during World War II.	Transportation and Public Works	1994-04-12	1994-04-12	Referred to the Committee on Commerce.	Senate	Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD]	MD	D	M000702	1	Honors: (1) the service of former members and civilian employees who served aboard the Coast Guard cutters U.S.C.G.C. Mendota and U.S.C.G.C. Pontchartrain during World War II; and (2) the contributions made by the past and present employees of the U.S. Coast Guard Yard in Curtis Bay, Maryland, to the successful discharge by the Coast Guard of its many duties.	2025-01-14T18:51:33Z
103-sres-196	103	sres	196	A resolution to authorize the printing of additional copies of a Senate report entitled "Developments in Aging: 1993".	Congress	1994-03-25	1994-06-21	Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7268)	Senate	Sen. Pryor, David H. [D-AR]	AR	D	P000556	0	Authorizes the printing of additional copies of the annual report of the Special Committee on Aging to the Senate, entitled "Developments in Aging: 1993."	2025-01-14T17:21:40Z
103-sres-197	103	sres	197	A resolution to promote clean air and to prevent the import of "dirty" gasoline into the United States.	Foreign Trade and International Finance	1994-03-25	1994-04-12	Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4165)	Senate	Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT]	MT	D	B000243	5	Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the reformulated gasoline rule should stand as previously promulgated; (2) the United States Trade Representative should defend such rule under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade; and (3) if the United States reopens such rule, the new proposed rule to permit foreign refineries to use their own 1990 baselines should be subject to extensive public notice and comment to ensure that it does not result in increased levels of ozone and in discrimination against domestic refiners of reformulated gasoline.	2025-01-14T18:59:41Z
103-sres-198	103	sres	198	A resolution extending condolences to the people of Mexico on the tragic death of Luis Donaldo Colosio.	International Affairs	1994-03-25	1994-03-25	Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3932)	Senate	Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]	CT	D	D000388	1	Condemns the assassination of Luis Donaldo Colosio. Extends the condolences of the American people to the people of Mexico, especially to the Colosio family. Pledges the full and unequivocal support of the United States to the Government and people of Mexico.	2021-06-02T20:15:44Z
103-sres-193	103	sres	193	A resolution to encourage the development of an international convention to establish international standards for nuclear power plant safety.	Energy	1994-03-24	1994-03-24	Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.	Senate	Sen. Graham, Bob [D-FL]	FL	D	G000352	4	Declares that the United States supports: (1) the development of an international convention on nuclear power plant safety; (2) the inclusion of effective safety standards for the design, construction, and operation of nuclear power plants; (3) an international prohibition on the export of nuclear power plant technology and equipment to any nation that has not agreed to abide by the convention; (4) the role of the International Atomic Energy Agency in implementing the convention; and (5) meetings of the potential parties to the convention to discuss its terms so that it would be open for signature and ratification by April 1996.	2025-01-14T19:00:46Z

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