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99-sres-514 99 sres 514 A resolution calling for hearings in the Committee on the Judiciary on procedures for protecting citizens against improper investigative and prosecutorial practices. Congress 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Armstrong, William L. [R-CO] CO R A000219 11 Directs the Senate Committee on the Judiciary to hold hearings on procedures for protecting citizens against improper investigative and prosecutorial practices and to report findings to the Senate on or before September 1, 1987. 2021-06-30T19:53:37Z  
99-sres-515 99 sres 515 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 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Thanks the Honorable George H.W. Bush, 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 99th Congress. 2021-06-30T19:53:37Z  
99-sres-516 99 sres 516 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 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 1 Thanks the Honorable Strom Thurmond, President pro tempore, for the manner in which he presided over the Senate during the second session of the 99th Congress. 2021-06-30T19:53:37Z  
99-sres-517 99 sres 517 A resolution to commend the exemplary conduct of the distinguished Majority Leader. Congress 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 1 Commends the conduct of the Honorable Robert Dole, of Kansas, as Majority Leader. 2021-06-30T19:53:37Z  
99-sres-518 99 sres 518 A resolution to commend the extraordinarily cooperative conduct of the distinguished Minority Leader. Congress 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 1 Commends the conduct of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, of West Virginia, as Minority Leader. 2021-06-30T19:53:38Z  
99-sres-519 99 sres 519 A resolution tendering the thanks of the Senate to the Senate Staff for the courteous, dignified, and impartial manner in which they have assisted the deliberations. Congress 1986-10-18 1986-10-18 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 2 Thanks the following Senate staff for the courteous, dignified, and impartial manner in which they assisted Senate deliberations during the second session of the 99th Congress: the Sergeant at Arms, the Secretary of the Senate, the Secretary for the Majority, the Secretary for the Minority, and the floor staff of the two parties. 2021-06-30T19:53:38Z  
99-sres-512 99 sres 512 A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the staff of Senator Dole and to authorize the testimony of such staff in the case of United States v. Michael Evan Bardoff, et al. Congress 1986-10-17 1986-10-17 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent certain office staff members of Senator Robert Dole in the case of United States v. Michael Evan Bardoff, et al. Authorizes the Senate employees to testify in such case except concerning matters which may be privileged. 2021-06-30T19:53:36Z  
99-sres-513 99 sres 513 A resolution to encourage the development of domestic sources of strategic and critical materials in order to protect our national security. Armed Forces and National Security 1986-10-17 1986-10-17 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] AK R M001085 0 Endorses the policies enunciated by the Senate in the Strategic and Critical Materials Stock Piling Revision Act. Urges the President to: (1) make our domestic strategic minerals policy a high priority; and (2) report to the Congress by June 1, 1987, a plan to stimulate innovation and technology utilization in materials industries. 2025-01-14T17:07:58Z  
99-sres-509 99 sres 509 A resolution providing for a point of order against extraneous material in certain reconciliation measures. Congress 1986-10-16 1986-10-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 2 Provides for a point of order against extraneous material when the Senate is considering a conference report on, or an amendment between the Houses in relation to, a reconciliation bill or resolution. 2021-06-30T19:53:35Z  
99-sres-510 99 sres 510 A resolution authorizing the President of the Senate, the President of the Senate pro tempore, the Majority Leader of the Senate, and the Minority Leader of the Senate to make certain appointments after the sine die adjournment of the present session. Congress 1986-10-16 1986-10-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Authorizes the President of the Senate, the President pro tempore, and the Majority and Minority Leaders to make certain appointments after the sine die adjournment. 2021-06-30T19:53:35Z  
99-sres-511 99 sres 511 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Joint Political-Military Group should develop policies and programs which promote strategic cooperation between the United States and Israel. International Affairs 1986-10-16 1986-10-16 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Boschwitz, Rudy [R-MN] MN R B000647 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Joint Political-Military Group should develop and recommend additional policies and programs which would promote further defense cooperation between the United States and Israel and establish a similar relationship that exists between the United States and its other strategic allies; and (2) the Secretaries of State and Defense should report to specified congressional committees on what actions have been taken to implement those recommendations. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-507 99 sres 507 A resolution relating to the Small Business Administration's "opinion molder" regulation. Commerce 1986-10-14 1986-10-14 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business. Senate Sen. Zorinsky, Edward [D-NE] NE D Z000013 0 Declares that the Small Business Administration should amend or eliminate its opinion molder regulation to allow greater participation of legitimate small businesses in Small Business Administration financial assistance programs. 2025-01-14T17:16:56Z  
99-sres-508 99 sres 508 A resolution congratulating human rights activist Elie Wiesel on being chosen the 1986 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. International Affairs 1986-10-14 1986-10-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 21 Congratulates human rights activist Elie Wiesel on being chosen as the 1986 recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. 2021-06-30T19:53:35Z  
99-sres-505 99 sres 505 A resolution relating to grizzly bear management. Public Lands and Natural Resources 1986-10-10 1986-10-10 Referred to Subcommittee on Public Lands and Reserved Water. Senate Sen. Melcher, John [D-MT] MT D M000635 1 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of the Interior should initiate an investigative study and at least one experimental project in managing grizzly bears in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
99-sres-506 99 sres 506 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should encourage foreign governments to ratify, accept, or approve the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Materials. International Affairs 1986-10-10 1986-10-10 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] OH D G000236 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should make efforts to encourage the signatory countries to ratify the Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Materials. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-503 99 sres 503 A resolution relative to Dr. Abby Nkomo, Chairman of the Atteridgeville/Saulsville Civic Association. International Affairs 1986-10-09 1986-10-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] KY R M000355 9 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) Dr. Abby Nkomo, Chairman of the Atteridgeville/Saulsville Civic Association, is representative of the majority of South Africans who seek peaceful change in South Africa; (2) the Government of South Africa is encouraged to enter into dialogue with such moderate forces so that positive action can be taken to bring an end to apartheid; (3) Dr. Nkomo, like thousands of similar victims, has been deprived of civil rights by the current detention under the state of emergency regulations; and (4) South African actions toward Dr. Nkomo and all other individuals are condemned as an obstruction to peaceful change in South Africa. 2021-06-30T19:53:34Z  
99-sres-504 99 sres 504 A resolution relating to United States-Japan ash trade. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1986-10-09 1986-10-09 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Wallop, Malcolm [R-WY] WY R W000092 1 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should take appropriate action to obtain the elimination of anticompetitive Japanese practices that restrict U.S. exports of soda ash. 2025-01-03T20:55:56Z  
99-sres-501 99 sres 501 A resolution directing the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the defendants in "Harry E. Claiborne v. United States Senate, et al." (D.D.C.). Congress 1986-10-08 1986-10-08 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the defendants (Senate leadership) in the case of Harry E. Claiborne v. United States Senate, et al. 2021-06-30T19:53:33Z  
99-sres-502 99 sres 502 A resolution supporting the President's intention to include arms control, human rights and regional issues as priority items on the agenda at the pre-summit meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, October 11-12. International Affairs 1986-10-08 1986-10-08 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 33 Declares that the Senate: (1) offers its support and best wishes to the President as he prepares for his meetings with General Secretary Gorbachev in Reykjavik; and (2) endorses and specifically encourages the President to pursue the major issues relating to arms control, Soviet recognition of international human rights, and the removal of soviet combat forces from Afghanistan. 2021-06-30T19:53:34Z  
99-sres-500 99 sres 500 An original resolution managing the expenditure of funds for Senate official mail during fiscal year 1987. Congress 1986-10-02 1986-10-08 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Prohibits Senate offices from incurring official mail costs for FY 1987 in excess of the amounts allocated to such offices in accordance with this resolution. Requires the Committee on Rules and Administration to determine such costs. Urges the House of Representatives to make similar expenditure limitations. Directs the Committee to prescribe: (1) a recordkeeping system to ensure that allocated amounts are not exceeded; and (2) a procedure to transfer portions of an allocation from one Senate office to another. Directs the Committee, during the 100th Congress, to study the feasibility of revising the manner in which funds for official mail costs are appropriated, expended, and accounted for, and report findings and recommendations to the Senate. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-496 99 sres 496 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Eugene A. Bundy. Private Legislation 1986-10-01 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the surviving spouse of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-497 99 sres 497 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to David K. Stokely. Private Legislation 1986-10-01 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the son of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-498 99 sres 498 An original resolution to amend rule XXXV of the standing Rules of the Senate. Congress 1986-10-01 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Amends rule XXXV of the Standing Rules of the Senate, regarding Member or employee travel to a foreign country to participants in an educational program, to remove the requirement that a list of participants be placed in the Congressional Record prior to the beginning of such program. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-499 99 sres 499 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Marjorie A. Pattison. Private Legislation 1986-10-01 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the surviving spouse of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-495 99 sres 495 A resolution to honor Princess Pauahi Bishop. Social Sciences and History 1986-09-27 1986-10-08 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D I000025 27 Recognizes Hawaiian Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop as one of the great humanitarians in U.S. history. 2021-06-30T19:53:32Z  
99-sres-493 99 sres 493 A resolution to authorize the production of documents by the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations. Congress 1986-09-24 1986-09-24 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Authorizes the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (of the Committee on Governmental Affairs) to provide to the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia pertinent records relating to the subcommittee's financial affairs for the years 1980-1986. 2021-06-30T19:53:31Z  
99-sres-494 99 sres 494 A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent and to authorize the testimony of former Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations employees in the case of "William E. Brock v. Frank Gerace, et al." Congress 1986-09-24 1986-09-24 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent certain former Senate employees in the case of William E. Brock v. Frank Gerace, et al. Authorizes the former employees to testify in such case except concerning matters determined privileged from disclosure. 2021-06-30T19:53:31Z  
99-sres-492 99 sres 492 A resolution to express the sense of the Senate that the Motion Picture Association of America incorporate a subcategory in the voluntary movie rating system to identify clearly films which depict drug use in a benign or favorable light, and give a "D" rating to movies that so depict drug use so that parents can make an informed choice about the movies their children attend. Arts, Culture, Religion 1986-09-22 1986-09-22 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Pressler, Larry [R-SD] SD R P000513 2 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Motion Picture Association of America should incorporate a subcategory "D" rating in its voluntary movie rating system to identify films which depict drug use in a benign or favorable light. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
99-sres-491 99 sres 491 A resolution calling for a strong response to the Daniloff arrest. International Affairs 1986-09-20 1986-09-20 Submitted in the Senate. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Over, Under the Rule. Senate Sen. Humphrey, Gordon J. [R-NH] NH R H000951 6 States that the Senate: (1) declares that the Soviet action in imprisoning and falsely charging U.S. foreign correspondent Nicholas Daniloff reflects the failure of the Soviet Union to observe internationally recognized human rights and to be committed to any international agreements, including arms control agreements; (2) urges the President to continue his demands for the unconditional release of Nicholas Daniloff and condition his agreement to a summit meeting with General Secretary Gorbachev on the prompt return of Mr. Daniloff; (3) urges the President to limit discussions on arms control issues with the Soviet Union, and to refrain from concluding any arms control agreements with the Soviets, until they release Mr. Daniloff and demonstrate a willingness to observe basic standards of international conduct; (4) declares that the Senate should not ratify any arms control agreement with the Soviet Union, or new economic or commercial agreements, until Mr. Daniloff departs the Soviet Union; and (5) calls on the President to demand in his September 22 speech to the United Nations that the Soviet Union remove its spies from the United Nations and end its violations of the United Nations Charter. 2021-06-30T19:53:31Z  
99-sres-490 99 sres 490 A resolution to welcome Philippines President Corazon Aquino to the United States, and to demonstrate continued support by the United States Senate for the restoration of Philippines democracy and for the effective stabilization and enhancement of that nation's economic, political and security conditions. International Affairs 1986-09-16 1986-09-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 5 Declares that the Senate: (1) on behalf of the American people, welcomes President Aquino to the United States; (2) reaffirms its support for the Government of the Philippines and its efforts to restore democracy; (3) will seek, along with the U.S. allies, to help the Philippines address its economic, political, and security conditions; and (4) commends the Aquino Government for its efforts to revitalize the Philippine private sector and to abide by the U.S.-Philippines military base agreements. 2021-06-30T19:53:31Z  
99-sres-488 99 sres 488 A resolution calling for a National Energy Security Plan. Energy 1986-09-10 1986-09-10 Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Senate Sen. Bentsen, Lloyd M. [D-TX] TX D B000401 0 Directs the President to submit to the Congress by December 31, 1986, a national petroleum security plan designed to strengthen U.S. oil independence and national security by diminishing reliance on imported petroleum. 2025-04-23T11:41:33Z  
99-sres-489 99 sres 489 A resolution proposing a Senate rule for impeachment of convicted felons. Congress 1986-09-10 1986-09-10 Referred to the Committee on Rules. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 0 Amends the Rules of Procedure and Practice In The Senate When Sitting On Impeachment Trials to add a new rule which provides an expedited impeachment procedure in the case of convicted felons. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-486 99 sres 486 A resolution relating to the arrest of U.S. correspondent Nicholas Daniloff. International Affairs 1986-09-08 1986-09-09 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 93-0. Record Vote No: 256. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 34 Declares that the Senate: (1) condemns the Soviet Union for the arrest and indictment of U.S. foreign correspondent Nicholas Daniloff and demands his immediate and unconditional release; (2) expresses its concern that the Soviet Union's failure to resolve this matter threatens to undermine U.S.-Soviet relations and jeopardizes the summit meeting between President Reagan and General Secretary Gorbachev; and (3) urges that all news gathering organizations that provide support to Soviet news organizations should consider appropriate actions to demand Daniloff's release. 2021-06-30T20:24:39Z  
99-sres-487 99 sres 487 A resolution condemning the recent acts of terrorism in Pakistan and Turkey. International Affairs 1986-09-08 1986-09-09 Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 93-0. Record Vote No: 257. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 30 (Measure passed Senate, amended, roll call #257 (93-0)) Declares that the Senate: (1) condemns the most recent terrorist acts in Karachi, Pakistan, Istanbul, Turkey, and the kidnapping of Frank Herbert Reed in Beirut, Lebannon, and offers its condolences to the victims and to their families; (2) declares that international terrorism is a scourge and that all civilized nations should combat it; (3) urges close international cooperation in the prosecution and punishment of those responsibile for such acts; and (4) urges the President to take specified actions to combat terrorism and to make the release for Frank Herbert Reed and all other Americans held hostage in Lebanon a high priority national goal. 2021-06-30T20:24:39Z  
99-sres-482 99 sres 482 A resolution authorizing the printing of the report entitled "Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program, Seventh Annual Report to Congress" as a Senate document. Congress 1986-08-15 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Stafford, Robert T. [R-VT] VT R S000776 0 Declares that the annual report of the Secretary of Transportation to the Congress entitled, "Highway Bridge Replacement and Rehabilitation Program, Seventh Annual Report to Congress" shall be printed as a Senate document and additional copies shall be printed for the use of the Committee on Environment and Public Works. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-483 99 sres 483 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the concerns of Safeway workers should be addressed as an integral part of the takeover plan currently underway. Labor and Employment 1986-08-15 1986-08-15 Referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the concerns of Safeway workers should be addressed, through collective bargaining and otherwise, as an integral part of the takeover plan currently underway with Kohlberg Kravis Roberts and Company. Declares that the Joint Economic Committee should study the implications of leveraged buyout deals and assess whether restrictions are needed to protect the integrity of the American free enterprise system as well as the rights of workers involved. 2025-04-21T12:24:17Z  
99-sres-484 99 sres 484 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to international economic policy. International Affairs 1986-08-15 1986-08-15 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 2 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) other industrial nations should take all actions necessary to increase the buying power of their people; and (2) all countries should work together for more fair and open trade. 2025-01-03T20:55:56Z  
99-sres-485 99 sres 485 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should enact legislation to return Conrail to the private sector through a public stock offering. Transportation and Public Works 1986-08-15 1986-08-15 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 2 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) legislation should be enacted to require the Secretary of Transportation to work with the Congress to undertake a public offering of Conrail stock; and (2) such offering should be required to realize an amount equal to that assumed under the budget resolution. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
99-sres-480 99 sres 480 A resolution to provide for issuance of a summons and for related procedures concerning the articles of impeachment against Harry E. Claiborne. Crime and Law Enforcement 1986-08-14 1986-08-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Provides for the issuance of a summons to Harry E. Claiborne, Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada, for an answer to articles of impeachment no later than September 8, 1986. Sets forth related procedures with respect to such summons. 2021-06-30T19:53:28Z  
99-sres-481 99 sres 481 A resolution to provide for the appointment of a committee to receive and to report evidence with respect to articles of impeachment against Harry E. Claiborne. Crime and Law Enforcement 1986-08-14 1986-08-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Provides for the appointment of a committee of Senators to receive evidence and take testimony with respect to articles of impeachment against Harry E. Claiborne, Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada. 2021-06-30T19:53:29Z  
99-sres-477 99 sres 477 A resolution waiving section 303(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to S. 2230 as reported by the Committee on Governmental Affairs. Congress 1986-08-13 1986-08-15 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 871. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 0 Waives certain requirements of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the consideration of S. 2230 (Federal management provisions). 2025-01-14T18:22:18Z  
99-sres-478 99 sres 478 An original resolution to express the sense of the Senate that Regulations promulgated by the National Archives and Records Administration setting forth procedures for the preservation, protection of, and access to historical materials of the Nixon Administration (36 CFR Part 1275) meet the requirements of the Presidential Recordings and Preservation Materials Act of 1974 (44 USC 2111 note), and for other purposes. Social Sciences and History 1986-08-13 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that certain National Archives and Records Administration regulations meet the statutory requirements of the Presidential Recordings and Materials Preservation Act of 1974 (concerning the preservation of records of former President Richard M. Nixon). Declares that such regulations should take effect regardless of a certain Department of Justice Office of Legal Counsel interpretive memorandum. 2025-01-14T19:03:55Z  
99-sres-479 99 sres 479 An original resolution amending the Rules of Procedure and Practice in the Senate when sitting on impeachment trials. Congress 1986-08-13 1986-08-16 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Amends the Rules of Procedure and Practice in the Senate When Sitting on Impeachment Trials to make various technical and procedural changes, including: (1) that an article of impeachment shall not be divisible for the purpose of voting at any time during the trial; and (2) that once voting has commenced on an article of impeachment, it shall continue until completed unless the Senate adjourns for one day or less or adjourns sine die. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-466 99 sres 466 An original resolution relating to the purchase of calendars. Congress 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes the Committee on Rules and Administration to expend a specified amount for the purchase of 1987 "We The People" calendars. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-467 99 sres 467 An original resolution to pay a gratuity for Thomas A. Baldwin, John C. Baldwin, Mary E. Alley, and Jean E. Baldwin. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the children of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-468 99 sres 468 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Christie R. Basham. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the surviving spouse of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-469 99 sres 469 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Dora L. Campbell. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the mother of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-470 99 sres 470 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Paul Hadley and Mary Hadley. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the parents of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-471 99 sres 471 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Theresa B. Hudson. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the mother of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-472 99 sres 472 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Robert W. Rienhold. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the surviving spouse of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-473 99 sres 473 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Richard L. Tyner, John F. Tyner, and Mary G. Tyner. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the children of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-474 99 sres 474 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Edwin A. Bernstein and Phyllis J. Bernstein. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the parents of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-475 99 sres 475 An original resolution to pay a gratuity to Carter L. Jackson. Private Legislation 1986-08-12 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Authorizes and directs the Secretary of the Senate to pay a gratuity to the brother of a deceased Senate employee. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-476 99 sres 476 A resolution to establish a date and time for proceeding to the consideration of articles of impeachment. Crime and Law Enforcement 1986-08-12 1986-08-12 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Declares that on August 14, 1986, the Senate, sitting as a court of impeachment, shall proceed to the consideration of the articles of impeachment against Judge Harry E. Claiborne, Judge of the U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada. 2021-06-30T19:53:27Z  
99-sres-464 99 sres 464 A resolution to designate October 1986 as "Crack/Cocaine Awareness Month". Commemorations 1986-08-11 1986-08-11 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] DE R R000460 26 Designates October 1986 as Crack/Cocaine Awareness Month. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
99-sres-465 99 sres 465 A resolution relating to the tariff on chocolate. Foreign Trade and International Finance 1986-08-11 1986-08-11 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 25 Declares that the President should use all appropriate powers to secure from Japan a reduction of that nation's tariff on chocolate to a level equal to that of the United States by April 1987. 2021-06-30T19:53:23Z  
99-sres-463 99 sres 463 A resolution to recognize and honor William Smith "Bill" Monroe, the father of bluegrass music, on his seventy-fifth birthday. Arts, Culture, Religion 1986-08-09 1986-08-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 2 Honors William Smith "Bill" Monroe, on the occasion of his 75th birthday, for his many contributions to American culture and music. 2021-06-30T19:53:23Z  
99-sres-462 99 sres 462 A resolution expressing the intention of the Senate not to confirm a new Ambassador to South Africa until certain conditions are met, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1986-08-08 1986-08-08 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Simon, Paul [D-IL] IL D S000423 0 Declares that the Senate does not intend to give its advice and consent to the appointment of the U.S. Ambassador to South Africa until the chairman and ranking member of the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate have certified to the Senate that each of the following conditions have been met: (1) a timetable has been set for the elimination of apartheid; (2) all imprisoned individuals, including Nelson Mandela, who have been opposed to apartheid have been released; (3) banning orders have been lifted from all black political movements; (4) the Government of South Africa has initiated a dialogue with domestic opposition groups; and (5) the state of emergency and other emergency restrictions have been terminated. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-460 99 sres 460 A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Wilson and Robert White and to authorize testimony in the matter of Smith v. Ellis, et al. Congress 1986-08-06 1986-08-06 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Pete Wilson, Robert White, and any other Senate employee who may be asked to testify or produce documents in the case of Smith v. Ellis, et al. Authorizes the Senator to testify in such case, except concerning matters which are privileged from disclosure. Authorizes any employees to testify and produce documents in such case, except concerning matters which are privileged from disclosure. 2021-06-30T19:53:22Z  
99-sres-461 99 sres 461 A resolution relative to Rule XXXIX. Congress 1986-08-06 1986-08-06 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Simpson, Alan K. [R-WY] WY R S000429 0 Provides that if any Senator who is precluded from foreign travel by rule XXXIX of the Standing Rules of the Senate is appointed as a delegate to an official conference to be attended by Senate Members, such appointment shall constitute an exemption from such rule. 2021-06-30T19:53:22Z  
99-sres-459 99 sres 459 An original resolution waiving section 303(a) of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 for the consideration of S. 2405. Congress 1986-08-05 1986-09-23 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Symms, Steven D. [R-ID] ID R S001138 0 Waives certain requirements of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the consideration of S. 2405 (highway funding). 2025-01-14T18:22:18Z  
99-sres-456 99 sres 456 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding a new international convention on drug trafficking. International Affairs 1986-08-01 1986-08-01 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL] FL R H000374 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should: (1) name a representative of Cabinet-level rank as head of the U.S. delegation to the 1987 World Conference on Drug Abuse; and (2) instruct such delegation to urge the adoption of specified objectives in any new international convention against drug trafficking. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-457 99 sres 457 A resolution to commemorate the return of Reverend Lawrence Martin Jenco to freedom from captivity in Lebanon. International Affairs 1986-08-01 1986-08-01 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dixon, Alan J. [D-IL] IL D D000366 4 Commemorates the return of Reverend Lawrence Martin Jenco from captivity in Lebanon. Urges the continuance of all efforts to gain the release of the other hostages. 2021-06-30T19:53:22Z  
99-sres-458 99 sres 458 A resolution referring the bill for the relief of Spalding and Son, Inc. to the Chief Judge of the United States Claims Court. Private Legislation 1986-08-01 1986-10-08 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Hatfield, Mark O. [R-OR] OR R H000343 0 Refers S. 249, a bill for the relief of a named corporation, to the chief judge of the United States Claims Court. 2026-01-07T14:45:52Z  
99-sres-455 99 sres 455 A resolution to call for the creation of an early notification system for nuclear accidents. International Affairs 1986-07-28 1986-07-28 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Dixon, Alan J. [D-IL] IL D D000366 9 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should express its support, through the U.S. Ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency at the September conference, for the creation of an early notification system for nuclear accidents. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-453 99 sres 453 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Agriculture maintain the $5.02 per bushel loan rate for soybeans. Agriculture and Food 1986-07-25 1986-07-31 Committee on Agriculture requested executive comment from Agriculture Department. Senate Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR] AR D B001057 1 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of Agriculture shall: (1) institute a marketing loan program for soybeans as authorized in the Food Security Act of 1985; and (2) maintain the soybean price support loan rate at $5.02 per bushel. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
99-sres-454 99 sres 454 A resolution urging the full restoration in Eastern Europe of the Byzantine Rite Catholic Church and of freedom of religion for the people of all Captive Nations, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1986-07-25 1986-10-01 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Riegle, Donald W., Jr. [D-MI] MI D R000249 15 Declares that the Senate: (1) recognizes the right of the people of Ukraine, Lithuania, Romania, Czechoslovakia, and other Soviet-bloc Eastern European countries to have religious freedom; and (2) deplores the refusal by the Soviet Union and Romania to recognize the Byzantine Rite Catholic Church and the refusal by those countries to restore Church property. Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should instruct the U.S. delegation to the Review Meeting of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe to press the restoration of the Church and freedom of all religions. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-451 99 sres 451 A resolution to express the sense of the Senate commending the compassionate assistance extended to Southeast farmers by other Americans. Agriculture and Food 1986-07-23 1986-07-23 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 32 Commends farmers and government leaders for their public-spirited efforts to alleviate the suffering of Southeastern farmers. 2021-06-30T19:53:20Z  
99-sres-452 99 sres 452 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with regard to a vote on any amendment to the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act. Congress 1986-07-23 1986-07-24 Referred to the Committee on Rules. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that no vote occur on any amendment to the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985 (Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act) until there has been made available to the Senate membership a transcript of hearings on that topic held by the Committee on Governmental Affairs on July 23, 1986. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-450 99 sres 450 A bill authorizing and directing the Committee on Governmental Affairs, or any authorized subcommittee thereof, to study the advisability and feasibility of establishing an independent air safety enforcement agency. Transportation and Public Works 1986-07-22 1986-07-22 Referred to the Committee on Rules. Senate Sen. Gore, Albert, Jr. [D-TN] TN D G000321 0 Directs the Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs to: (1) study the advisability and feasibility of establishing an independent agency charged with the responsibility for enforcement of air safety in the field of aviation; and (2) report the results of such study, together with recommendations, to the Senate at the earliest practicable date. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-448 99 sres 448 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should take immediate steps to increase U.S. agricultural exports. Agriculture and Food 1986-07-21 1986-07-25 Committee on Agriculture requested executive comment from Agriculture Department. Senate Sen. Dixon, Alan J. [D-IL] IL D D000366 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President is encouraged to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to provide Commodity Credit Corporation agricultural stocks as bonuses for agricultural export sales under the Export Enhancement Program, and to pursue negotiations aimed at increasing such overseas sales. 2025-01-14T16:41:20Z  
99-sres-449 99 sres 449 A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable George M. O'Brien, a Representative from the State of Illinois. Congress 1986-07-21 1986-07-21 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dixon, Alan J. [D-IL] IL D D000366 1 Expresses the condolences of the Senate on the death of the Honorable George M. O'Brien, of Illinois. 2021-06-30T19:53:19Z  
99-sres-446 99 sres 446 A resolution condemning the government of Chile for the death of Rodrigo Rojas de Negri. International Affairs 1986-07-16 1986-07-16 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 10 Declares that the Senate commends Ambassador Harry Barnes for attending the funeral of Rodrigo Rojas De Negri and for his efforts to obtain medical care for the youth. Holds the Government of Chile responsible for his injuries and denial of proper medical care. Condemns the Government of Chile for Rodrigo Rojas' death. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-447 99 sres 447 A resolution to amend Senate Resolution 28, as amended, agreed to February 27, 1986. Congress 1986-07-16 1986-07-16 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 721. Senate Sen. Mathias, Charles McC., Jr. [R-MD] MD R M000241 0 Amends the Senate resolution governing broadcast coverage of Senate proceedings to prohibit the use of tape duplications of such proceedings for commercial purposes. (Previously such use was prohibited only for political purposes.) Removes the prohibition on the use of tapes of television coverage for any purpose outside the Senate. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-444 99 sres 444 A resolution to modify the provisions of S. Res. 28, relating to television in the Senate, to continue television coverage of the Senate until such time as the Senate votes on the question of continuing such coverage. Congress 1986-07-15 1986-07-15 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Requires Senate television coverage to resume July 21, 1986, on the same basis as the authorized live test period unless the Senate votes to end coverage. 2021-06-30T19:53:19Z  
99-sres-445 99 sres 445 An executive resolution to discharge the Committee on Foreign Relations of further consideration of the SALT II Treaty. International Affairs 1986-07-15 1986-07-15 Submitted in the Senate and ordered to lie over, under the rule. Senate Sen. Quayle, Dan [R-IN] IN R Q000007 1 Discharges the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations from further consideration of the SALT II Treaty. 2021-06-30T19:53:19Z  
99-sres-442 99 sres 442 A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable John P. East. of North Carolina. Congress 1986-07-14 1986-07-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] NC R H000463 0 Expresses the condolences of the Senate on the death of Senator John P. East, of North Carolina. 2021-06-30T19:53:18Z  
99-sres-443 99 sres 443 A resolution making appointments to the Committees on Armed Services and Judiciary. Congress 1986-07-14 1986-07-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 0 Appoints Senator Broyhill, of North Carolina, to the Committees on Armed Services and on the Judiciary. 2021-06-30T19:53:18Z  
99-sres-441 99 sres 441 A resolution to modify the provisions of S. Res. 28, relating to television in the Senate, to continue television coverage of the Senate until such time as the Senate votes on the question of continuing such coverage. Congress 1986-06-27 1986-07-15 Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Requires television coverage of the Senate to continue as provided in the test period authorized under Senate Resolution 28, agreed to February 27, 1986, unless the Senate votes to end coverage. 2021-06-30T19:53:18Z  
99-sres-435 99 sres 435 A resolution to recognize the I Have A Dream Foundation for its contributions to the education and lives of disadvantaged young people. Social Welfare 1986-06-26 1986-10-03 Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] NY D M001054 30 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Recognizes the I Have a Dream Foundation for assisting in the replication of an innovative and successful approach to keeping disadvantaged teen-agers in high school and enabling them to attend college. Encourages others to give such young people educational opportunities they do not normally have. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
99-sres-436 99 sres 436 International Development Resolution of 1986 Foreign Trade and International Finance 1986-06-26 1986-06-26 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] MA D K000148 0 International Development Resolution of 1986 - Expresses the sense of the Senate that the President should instruct the Permanent U.S. Representative to the United Nations to propose an agreement on international trade and finance development which provides for: (1) the establishment of a progressive cap to limit the external public debt-service payments of developing nations based upon their net trade performance; (2) the establishment of an alternative progressive scale on public debt-service payments relief for trade deficit developing nations; (3) the establishment of conditions for the repayment of external public debt-service of developing nations; (4) the allocation of resources by industrialized nations to fund the financial operations of the agreement; (5) the deposit by developing nations seeking debt relief of ten percent of the total amount of their annual debt relief for use under the agreement to cover potential defaults; (6) the establishment of an International Trade and Finance Development Council which would decide on the provisions required to implement the agreement; (7) representation on the Board of Directors; and (8) the termination of the agreement after five years. 2025-08-29T16:31:19Z  
99-sres-437 99 sres 437 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Government of Mexico should open its one-party system to greater democratic freedoms in the upcoming election. International Affairs 1986-06-26 1986-06-26 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] AZ D D000185 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the friendship between Mexico and the United States is best served by the commitment of these countries to democratic freedoms and institutions. Declares that the Senate: (1) urges the President of Mexico to live up to his pledge to open the one-party system there to greater democratic freedoms in the upcoming elections; (2) encourages the Government of Mexico to appoint an independent citizen body representing all political parties to evaluate the elections and to work with the Commission Federal Electoral; and (3) stresses that Mexico should continue its commitment to democratic principles. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-438 99 sres 438 A resolution directing the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration to study the Senate rules and precedents applicable to impeachment trials. Congress 1986-06-26 1986-06-26 Referred to the Committee on Rules. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 1 Directs the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration to review rules and precedents applicable to impeachment trials and report by August 1, 1986, with recommendations for revisions, if necessary. 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-439 99 sres 439 A resolution to authorize the reprinting of Senate Document 93-102, 93rd Congress, 2nd Session. Congress 1986-06-26 1986-08-15 Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 1 (Measure passed Senate, amended) Provides for the printing of a revised edition of Senate Document 93-102, entitled "Procedure and Guidelines for Impeachment Trials in the United States Senate." 2025-01-14T17:21:40Z  
99-sres-440 99 sres 440 A resolution expressing appreciation to Ms. Jeanie Bowles. Congress 1986-06-26 1986-06-26 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] WV D B001210 1 Expresses the appreciation of the Senate to Jeanie Bowles for her years of service as Assistant Editor in the Office of the Official Reporters of Debates, and extends its best wishes for success in her new position of Superintendent of Documents for the Senate. 2021-06-30T19:53:17Z  
99-sres-434 99 sres 434 An original resolution to urge the President to submit to the Senate a nominee for the position of Administrator of the Small Business Administration. Government Operations and Politics 1986-06-25 1986-06-25 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 702. Senate Sen. Weicker, Lowell P., Jr. [R-CT] CT R W000253 13 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Small Business Administration be maintained as an independent agency. Urges the President to nominate an Administrator of the Small Business Administration. 2025-01-14T17:16:56Z  
99-sres-432 99 sres 432 A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that certain prisoners in Cuba be granted asylum. Immigration 1986-06-20 1986-06-30 Referred to Subcommittee on Immigration and Refugee Policy. Senate Sen. Chiles, Lawton [D-FL] FL D C000356 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) certain named, released Cuban political prisoners be granted asylum in the United States; (2) political prisoners not be used to effect policy changes by the Cuban Government; and (3) the Department of State seek other means to accomplish reinstatement of the December 14, 1985, Immigration Accord. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
99-sres-433 99 sres 433 A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Armstrong and his staff, and to authorize the testimony of his State Director, in the case of State of Colorado and the City and County of Denver v. Mary Cunningham, et al. Congress 1986-06-20 1986-06-20 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator William L. Armstrong, of Colorado, John W. Jackson, and any other staff assistant in the case of State of Colorado and the City and County of Denver v. Mary Cunningham, et al. Authorizes Mr. Jackson and any other staff assistant to testify in such case except concerning matters which may be privileged. 2021-06-30T19:53:16Z  
99-sres-431 99 sres 431 A resolution supporting the numerical sublimits of existing strategic offensive arms agreements. International Affairs 1986-06-18 1986-06-18 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Senate Sen. Bumpers, Dale [D-AR] AR D B001057 47 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) it is against the national security interests of the United States to abandon existing strategic offensive arms agreements by exceeding the numerical sublimits of such agreements as long as the Soviet Union remains within such sublimits; (2) the Soviet Union should take steps to resolve U.S. concerns about Soviet violations of existing strategic arms agreements and to negotiate a new agreement; and (3) the Congress and the President should continue to review the policy of mutual adherence to the numerical sublimits on launchers of strategic nuclear delivery systems and the significance of both Soviet compliance and noncompliance with existing strategic offensive arms agreements. 2025-01-14T19:00:46Z  
99-sres-428 99 sres 428 A resolution commemorating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the United Steelworkers of America. Commemorations 1986-06-17 1986-06-17 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Heinz, John [R-PA] PA R H000456 30 Commends the United Steelworkers of America on their 50th anniversary. 2021-06-30T19:53:15Z  
99-sres-429 99 sres 429 An original resolution increasing the limitations on expenditures by the Select Committee on Intelligence for the procurement of consultants. Congress 1986-06-17 1986-07-23 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Durenberger, Dave [R-MN] MN R D000566 1 Increases the limitation on expenditures by the Select Committee on Intelligence for the procurement of consultants. 2025-01-14T19:06:24Z  
99-sres-430 99 sres 430 A resolution to commend Dorothy S. Ridings for her outstanding service to the nation. Social Welfare 1986-06-17 1986-06-17 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Ford, Wendell H. [D-KY] KY D F000268 1 Commends Dorothy S. Ridings for her outstanding service to the Nation. 2021-06-30T19:53:16Z  
99-sres-427 99 sres 427 a resolution to recognize and acknowledge June 13, 1986 as "New Mexico is a State Day". Commemorations 1986-06-13 1986-06-13 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] NM R D000407 1 Designates June 13, 1986, as New Mexico is a State Day. 2021-06-30T19:53:15Z  
99-sres-425 99 sres 425 An original resolution to waive section 303(a) of the Congressional Budget Act, with respect to consideration of S. 2216, designating September 17, 1987, the bicentennial of the signing of the Constitution of the United States, as "Constitution Day". Congress 1986-06-10 1986-10-08 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] SC R T000254 0 Waives certain requirements of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the consideration of S. 2216 (Constitution Day). 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
99-sres-426 99 sres 426 A resolution commending the University of Arizona "Wildcat" baseball team on winning the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) College World Series. Sports and Recreation 1986-06-10 1986-06-10 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] AZ D D000185 2 Honors the University of Arizona Baseball Team for winning the 1986 NCAA College World Series. 2021-06-30T19:53:15Z  
99-sres-422 99 sres 422 A resolution commending the Boston Celtics on Winning the National Basketball Association Championship for 1986. Sports and Recreation 1986-06-09 1986-06-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] MA D K000105 2 Honors the Boston Celtics for winning the 1986 National Basketball Association Championship. 2021-06-30T19:53:14Z  
99-sres-423 99 sres 423 A resolution to direct the Senate Legal Counsel to represent William Gallinaro and Philip Manuel in the case of "People of the State of California v. Robert Corenevsky". Congress 1986-06-09 1986-06-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Voice Vote. Senate Sen. Dole, Robert J. [R-KS] KS R D000401 1 Directs the Senate Legal Counsel to represent certain former Senate employees who may be required to testify in the case of People of the State of California v. Robert Corenevsky. 2021-06-30T19:53:14Z  
99-sres-424 99 sres 424 A resolution commending Colonel Ricardo Montero Duque for the extraordinary sacrifices he has made to further the cause of freedom in Cuba, and for other purposes. International Affairs 1986-06-09 1986-06-09 Referred to the Committee on Judiciary. Senate Sen. Hawkins, Paula [R-FL] FL R H000374 26 Declares that the Senate welcomes Colonel Ricardo Montero Duque to the United States and commends him for the sacrifices he has made to further the cause of freedom in Cuba. 2025-07-21T19:32:26Z  
99-sres-421 99 sres 421 A resolution to encourage the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to centralize certain responsibilities and functions. Science, Technology, Communications 1986-06-05 1986-06-05 Referred to the Committee on Commerce. Senate Sen. Gore, Albert, Jr. [D-TN] TN D G000321 0 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) shall take necessary action to assure that all responsibility for overall planning, coordination, and control, including quality assurance, reliability, and safety, of NASA programs is vested in and exercised by NASA Headquarters. 2025-01-14T18:51:33Z  
99-sres-419 99 sres 419 A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the Federal tax exemption of Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans. Taxation 1986-06-04 1986-06-04 Referred to the Committee on Finance. Senate Sen. Gorton, Slade [R-WA] WA R G000333 40 Expresses the sense of the Senate that the 50-year-old tax exemption of the 84 nonprofit, community-based Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans be retained without modification. 2025-01-03T20:55:56Z  

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