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A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

Subjects: Government Operations and Politics, Congressional oversight, District of Columbia, Elections, voting, political campaign regulation, Immigration status and procedures, State and local government operations, Voting rights

Summary:  <p>This joint resolution nullifies the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia. The act allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections in the district.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S.J. Res. 5 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. J. RES. 5

    Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in 
   approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 31, 2023

Mr. Cotton (for himself, Mr. McConnell, Mrs. Blackburn, Mr. Braun, Mr. 
Cornyn, Mr. Cramer, Mr. Crapo, Mr. Daines, Mrs. Fischer, Mr. Grassley, 
Mr. Hagerty, Mr. Hoeven, Mr. Marshall, Mr. Risch, Mr. Scott of Florida, 
Mr. Sullivan, Mr. Thune, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Vance, Mr. Young, Mr. Scott of 
 South Carolina, Mr. Romney, Mrs. Hyde-Smith, Mr. Rubio, Mr. Kennedy, 
 Ms. Ernst, and Mrs. Britt) introduced the following joint resolution; 
which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security 
                        and Governmental Affairs

_______________________________________________________________________

                            JOINT RESOLUTION


 
    Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in 
   approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

    Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the Congress disapproves 
of the action of the District of Columbia Council described as follows: 
The Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022 (D.C. Act 24-
640), enacted by the Council of the District of Columbia on November 
21, 2022, and transmitted to Congress pursuant to section 602(c)(1) of 
the District of Columbia Home Rule Act on January 10, 2023.
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A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

Subjects: Government Operations and Politics, Congressional oversight, District of Columbia, Elections, voting, political campaign regulation, Immigration status and procedures, State and local government operations, Voting rights

Summary:  <p>This joint resolution nullifies the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia. The act allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections in the district.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S.J. Res. 6 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. J. RES. 6

    Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in 
   approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            February 1, 2023

Mr. Cruz (for himself, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Tillis, Mr. Scott 
of Florida, Mr. Vance, Mr. Young, Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Hawley, Mr. Lee, and 
  Mr. Budd) introduced the following joint resolution; which was read 
     twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and 
                          Governmental Affairs

_______________________________________________________________________

                            JOINT RESOLUTION


 
    Disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in 
   approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

    Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United 
States of America in Congress assembled, That the Congress disapproves 
of the action of the District of Columbia Council described as follows: 
The Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022 (D.C. Act 24-
640), enacted by the District of Columbia Council on November 21, 2022, 
and transmitted to Congress pursuant to section 602(c)(1) of the 
District of Columbia Home Rule Act on January 10, 2023.
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A resolution establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States that a quorum of each House is assembled.

Subjects: Congress, Congressional operations and organization, Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:  <p>This resolution establishes a Senate committee to join with a corresponding House of Representatives committee, which shall notify the President that a quorum of each chamber has assembled.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 1 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 1

 Establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States 
               that a quorum of each House is assembled.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 3, 2023

 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered 
                             and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
 Establishing a Committee to Inform the President of the United States 
               that a quorum of each House is assembled.

    Resolved, That a committee consisting of two Senators be appointed 
to join such committee as may be appointed by the House of 
Representatives to wait upon the President of the United States and 
inform him that a quorum of each House is assembled and that the 
Congress is ready to receive any communication he may be pleased to 
make.
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A resolution memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Abortion, Commemorative events and holidays, National symbols

Summary:  <p>This resolution expresses support for recognizing January 22 of each year as the Day of Tears and lowering flags to half-staff to honor unborn lives lost to abortion.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 10 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 10

  Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-
              staff on the 22nd day of January each year.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

             January 23 (legislative day, January 3), 2023

  Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Lankford, Mr. Daines, Mr. Hagerty, Mr. 
 Mullin, and Mrs. Blackburn) submitted the following resolution; which 
             was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
  Memorializing the unborn by lowering the United States flag to half-
              staff on the 22nd day of January each year.

Whereas, on January 22, 1973, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court 
        of the United States ruled that abortion was a right secured by the 
        Constitution of the United States;
Whereas, on June 24, 2022, the majority of the members of the Supreme Court of 
        the United States overturned Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), to affirm 
        that the Constitution of the United States does not confer a right to 
        abortion; and
Whereas, since January 22, 1973, more than 60,000,000 unborn children have 
        perished: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) supports the recognition of the Day of Tears in the 
        United States on the 22nd day of January each year;
            (2) encourages the people of the United States to lower 
        their flags to half-staff to mourn and honor the innocents who 
        have lost their lives to abortion; and
            (3) encourages legislators to enact laws that respect the 
        sanctity of life.
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A resolution recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to Maine and designating March 26, 2023, as "Maine Maple Sunday".

Subjects: Agriculture and Food, Commemorative events and holidays, Congressional tributes, Food industry and services, Forests, forestry, trees, Maine

Summary:  <p>This resolution designates March 26, 2023, as Maine Maple Sunday. It also recognizes the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the state of Maine.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 111 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 111

   Recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to Maine and 
         designating March 26, 2023, as ``Maine Maple Sunday''.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             March 15, 2023

    Mr. King (for himself and Ms. Collins) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
   Recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to Maine and 
         designating March 26, 2023, as ``Maine Maple Sunday''.

Whereas the art of making sugar and syrup from the sap of the maple tree (also 
        known as acer saccharinum) was developed by Native Americans of the 
        Northeastern United States;
Whereas the production of maple syrup in Maine has a seasonal window between 
        January and May, which is when temperatures drop below freezing at night 
        and rise above freezing during the day;
Whereas Maine accounts for 17 percent of United States production of maple syrup 
        and is the third largest producer among the States;
Whereas Maine maple syrup producers make more than 575,000 gallons of syrup 
        annually, generating more than $27,000,000 for the Maine economy;
Whereas maple syrup production in Maine supports more than 560 full-time and 
        part-time jobs that generate more than $17,300,000 in wages;
Whereas Maine Maple Sunday has been observed for 40 years, with more than 100 
        sugarhouses participating from Aroostook to York County, Maine, and 
        attracting thousands of visitors annually;
Whereas Maine Maple Sunday is always observed the fourth Sunday in March; and
Whereas on March 26, 2023, Maine maple syrup producers will host the 40th annual 
        Maine Maple Sunday: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) designates March 26, 2023, as ``Maine Maple Sunday''; 
        and
            (2) recognizes the contribution and importance of maple 
        syrup producers and their families in the State of Maine.
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A resolution authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct a blood donation drive on March 30, 2023.

Subjects: Congress, Blood and blood diseases, Organ and tissue donation and transplantation, Senate

Summary:  <p>This resolution authorizes the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to conduct a blood donation drive on March 30, 2023, in conjunction with the American Red Cross.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 131 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 131

   Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to 
           conduct a blood donation drive on March 30, 2023.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             March 28, 2023

 Mr. Padilla submitted the following resolution; which was considered 
                             and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
   Authorizing the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate to 
           conduct a blood donation drive on March 30, 2023.

    Resolved,

SECTION 1. SENATE BLOOD DONATION DRIVE ON MARCH 30, 2023.

    (a) Authorization.--In addition to blood donation drives conducted 
under Senate Resolution 78 (118th Congress), agreed to February 16, 
2023, the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, in conjunction 
with the American Red Cross, is authorized to conduct a blood donation 
drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 30, 2023, in room 902 of the 
Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building.
    (b) Implementation.--Physical preparations for the conduct of, and 
the implementation of, the blood donation drive authorized under 
subsection (a) shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions 
as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate, in consultation 
with the Committee on Rules and Administration of the Senate, may 
prescribe.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for identifying spending items, and for other purposes.

Subjects: Congress

Summary:  <p>This resolution includes bills, joint resolutions, and messages from the House of Representatives within the scope of a point of order that prohibits the Senate from considering legislation unless each congressionally directed spending item (i.e., earmark), limited tax benefit, or limited tariff benefit in the legislation has been publicly identified. Currently, the point of order only applies to Senate bills or joint resolutions that are not reported by committee.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 14 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 14

   Amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include 
  amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for 
          identifying spending items, and for other purposes.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 25, 2023

Mr. Braun (for himself, Mr. Scott of Florida, Mr. Budd, and Mr. Daines) 
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee 
                      on Rules and Administration

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
   Amending rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to include 
  amendments of the House of Representatives in the requirements for 
          identifying spending items, and for other purposes.

    Resolved, That rule XLIV of the Standing Rules of the Senate is 
amended--
            (1) in paragraph 2(a)--
                    (A) in the matter preceding clause (1)--
                            (i) by striking ``Senate''; and
                            (ii) by inserting ``or a message from the 
                        House of Representatives'' after ``by 
                        committee''; and
                    (B) in clause (1)--
                            (i) by striking ``or joint resolution'' 
                        each place it appears and inserting ``, joint 
                        resolution, or message''; and
                            (ii) by striking ``Senator'' and inserting 
                        ``Member of Congress'';
            (2) in paragraph 3(a)(1), by striking ``Senator'' and 
        inserting ``Member of Congress'';
            (3) in paragraph 5(a), by striking ``Senator'' and 
        inserting ``Member of Congress''; and
            (4) in paragraph 7, by striking ``or conference report'' 
        and inserting ``conference report, or message from the House''.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution designating April 2023 as "National Native Plant Month".

Subjects: Public Lands and Natural Resources, Commemorative events and holidays, Ecology, Horticulture and plants

Summary:  <p>This resolution designates April 2023 as National Native Plant Month. </p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 152 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 152

       Designating April 2023 as ``National Native Plant Month''.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             March 30, 2023

    Ms. Hirono (for herself and Mr. Braun) submitted the following 
    resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
       Designating April 2023 as ``National Native Plant Month''.

Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have evolved and occur 
        naturally in a particular region, ecosystem, and habitat;
Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in the United States, 
        which include trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and wildflowers;
Whereas native plants help prevent flooding, drought, and erosion and can help 
        restore damaged ecosystems;
Whereas native plants provide shelter as well as nectar, pollen, and seeds that 
        serve as food for native butterflies, insects, birds, and other wildlife 
        in ways that non-native plants cannot;
Whereas more than 200 of the native plant species in the United States are 
        estimated to have been lost since the early 19th century;
Whereas habitat loss and degradation, extreme weather events, and invasive 
        species have contributed to the decline of native plants in the United 
        States; and
Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient ecosystems and the 
        natural heritage of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) designates April 2023 as ``National Native Plant 
        Month''; and
            (2) recognizes the benefits of native plants to the 
        environment and economy of the United States.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut men's basketball team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association Men's Basketball Championship.

Subjects: Sports and Recreation, Athletes, Congressional tributes, Connecticut, Higher education, School athletics


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 160 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 160

   Commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut men's 
   basketball team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic 
               Association Men's Basketball Championship.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             April 18, 2023

  Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Murphy) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
   Commending and congratulating the University of Connecticut men's 
   basketball team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic 
               Association Men's Basketball Championship.

Whereas, on Monday, April 3, 2023, the University of Connecticut's men's 
        basketball team (referred to in this preamble as the ``UConn Huskies'') 
        won the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic Association Men's Basketball 
        Championship with a 76-59 win over the San Diego State Aztecs at NRG 
        Stadium in Houston, Texas;
Whereas this is the UConn Huskies' fifth national championship, continuing the 
        team's undefeated streak in national championship games;
Whereas the UConn Huskies earned all 5 national titles since 1999, a feat that 
        no other college team has surpassed;
Whereas Adama Sanogo was named the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament, 
        averaging 19.7 points per game with 4 double-doubles; and
Whereas the UConn Huskies won every National Collegiate Athletic Association 
        tournament game by 13 points or more, becoming only the fifth team in 
        history to do so: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) commends the University of Connecticut men's basketball 
        team for winning the 2023 National Collegiate Athletic 
        Association Men's Basketball Championship;
            (2) congratulates the fans, students, and faculty of the 
        University of Connecticut; and
            (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate 
        transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to--
                    (A) the President of the University of Connecticut, 
                Radenka Maric; and
                    (B) the Head Coach of the University of Connecticut 
                men's basketball team, Dan Hurley.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution designating the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

Subjects: Health, Alternative treatments, Commemorative events and holidays, Health promotion and preventive care


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 162 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

&lt;DOC&gt;






118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 162

Designating the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, as ``National 
                      Osteopathic Medicine Week''.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             April 18, 2023

 Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Wicker, Mrs. Capito, Mr. Heinrich, and 
Mr. Grassley) submitted the following resolution; which was considered 
                             and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
Designating the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, as ``National 
                      Osteopathic Medicine Week''.

Whereas there are more than 141,500 osteopathic physicians and 36,500 
        osteopathic medical students in the United States;
Whereas osteopathic physicians and medical students train at high-caliber 
        schools of osteopathic medicine across the United States, including in 
        rural communities;
Whereas osteopathic physicians have made significant contributions to the 
        healthcare system of the United States since the founding of osteopathic 
        medicine in 1892;
Whereas osteopathic medicine emphasizes a whole-person, patient-centric approach 
        to healthcare, and osteopathic physicians play an important role in the 
        healthcare system of the United States;
Whereas osteopathic physicians have been critical in the fight against the 
        COVID-19 pandemic and have worked on the front lines treating patients;
Whereas osteopathic physicians train and practice in all medical specialties and 
        practice settings;
Whereas osteopathic physicians and medical students in the United States are 
        dedicated to improving the health of their communities through efforts 
        to increase education and awareness and by delivering high-quality 
        health services; and
Whereas osteopathic physicians practice in every State: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) designates the week of April 17 through April 23, 2023, 
        as ``National Osteopathic Medicine Week'';
            (2) recognizes the contributions of osteopathic physicians 
        to the healthcare system of the United States; and
            (3) celebrates the role that colleges of osteopathic 
        medicine play in training the next generation of physicians.
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A resolution supporting the designation of April 2023 as the "Month of the Military Child".

Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security, Commemorative events and holidays, Military personnel and dependents

Summary:  <p>This resolution supports the designation of April 2023 as the Month of the Military Child and urges the observation of the month with appropriate activities that show appreciation for military children.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 176 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

&lt;DOC&gt;






118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 176

Supporting the designation of April 2023 as the ``Month of the Military 
                                Child''.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             April 26, 2023

   Mrs. Murray (for herself and Mr. Boozman) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
Supporting the designation of April 2023 as the ``Month of the Military 
                                Child''.

Whereas millions of brave United States servicemembers and veterans have 
        demonstrated their courage and commitment to freedom by serving the 
        Armed Forces of the United States of America in active-duty posts around 
        the world;
Whereas there are more than 1,600,000 children connected to the military across 
        the United States;
Whereas it is only fitting that the people of the United States take time to 
        recognize the contributions of servicemembers and veterans, celebrate 
        their spirit, and let the men and women of the United States in uniform 
        know that while they are taking care of us, the people of the United 
        States are taking care of their children;
Whereas the recognition of a ``Month of the Military Child'' will allow the 
        people of the United States to pay tribute to military children for 
        their commitment, struggles, and unconditional support of United States 
        troops;
Whereas, when a servicemember joins the military, it is a family commitment to 
        the United States, and military children are heroes in their own way; 
        and
Whereas a month-long salute to military children will encourage the United 
        States to provide direct support to military children and families: Now, 
        therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) supports the designation of April 2023 as the ``Month 
        of the Military Child''; and
            (2) urges the people of the United States to observe the 
        Month of the Military Child with appropriate ceremonies and 
        activities that honor, support, and show appreciation for 
        military children.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Powell.

Subjects: Congress, Congressional officers and employees, Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation, District of Columbia, Evidence and witnesses, Legislative rules and procedure, Senate, Subversive activities


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 177 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

&lt;DOC&gt;






118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 177

 To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Powell.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             April 26, 2023

  Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
 To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Powell.

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Powell, Cr. No. 21-179, pending in the 
        United States District Court for the District of Columbia, the 
        prosecution has requested the production of testimony from Daniel 
        Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the 
        Senate;
Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government 
        Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. Sec. Sec.  288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may 
        direct its counsel to represent current and former officers and 
        employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request 
        for evidence relating to their official responsibilities;
Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the 
        Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the 
        possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, 
        be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the 
        Senate; and
Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of 
        the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will 
        take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the 
        privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of 
the Secretary of the Senate, is authorized to provide relevant 
testimony in the case of United States v. Powell, except concerning 
matters for which a privilege should be asserted.
    Sec. 2.  The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Mr. 
Schwager, and any current or former officer or employee of the 
Secretary's office, in connection with the production of evidence 
authorized in section one of this resolution.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Kelly.

Subjects: Congress, Congressional officers and employees, Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation, District of Columbia, Evidence and witnesses, Legislative rules and procedure, Senate, Subversive activities


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 178 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

&lt;DOC&gt;






118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 178

  To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Kelly.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                             April 26, 2023

  Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
  To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Kelly.

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Kelly, Cr. No. 21-708, pending in the 
        United States District Court for the District of Columbia, the 
        prosecution has requested the production of testimony from Daniel 
        Schwager, a former employee of the Office of the Secretary of the 
        Senate;
Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government 
        Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. Sec. Sec.  288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may 
        direct its counsel to represent current and former officers and 
        employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request 
        for evidence relating to their official responsibilities;
Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the 
        Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the 
        possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, 
        be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the 
        Senate; and
Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of 
        the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will 
        take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the 
        privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That Daniel Schwager, a former employee of the Office of 
the Secretary of the Senate, is authorized to provide relevant 
testimony in the case of United States v. Kelly, except concerning 
matters for which a privilege should be asserted.
    Sec. 2.  The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Mr. 
Schwager, and any current or former officer or employee of the 
Secretary's office, in connection with the production of evidence 
authorized in section one of this resolution.
                                 &lt;all&gt;
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A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea.



<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 186 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

&lt;DOC&gt;






118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 186

  A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by 
                              North Korea.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 1, 2023

   Mr. Sullivan (for himself and Ms. Hirono) submitted the following 
  resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  A resolution seeking justice for the Japanese citizens abducted by 
                              North Korea.

Whereas the United States Government recognizes that North Korea was abducting 
        Japanese citizens since the 1970s;
Whereas, in September 2002, North Korea admitted that it had abducted Japanese 
        citizens and promised to prevent further recurrences;
Whereas, in October of 2002, only 5 abductees were returned to Japan after being 
        held prisoner for 24 years, despite the explicit commitment of North 
        Korea to investigate what had happened to all abductees;
Whereas the Universal Declaration of Human Rights upholds the basic principles 
        of liberty and freedom enshrined within the United States Constitution 
        and Bill of Rights;
Whereas human rights awareness is essential to the realization of fundamental 
        freedoms and contributes to promoting equality, preventing conflict and 
        human rights violations, and enhancing participation in democratic 
        processes;
Whereas these abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea directly conflict 
        with the basic principle of liberty and freedom; and
Whereas there have been several attempts at dialogue between North Korea and 
        Japanese leaders in an effort to yield stable results: Now, therefore, 
        be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) calls on North Korea to release any abducted foreign 
        nationals, including those from Japan;
            (2) urges North Korea to return the remains and provide 
        information on any deceased abductees;
            (3) urges North Korea to make such reparations as are 
        appropriate regarding abductees; and
            (4) urges North Korea to apologize and permanently cease 
        such activities.
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A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber.

Subjects: Congress, Legislative rules and procedure, Photography and imaging, Senate, U.S. Capitol


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 187 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 187

     Authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 1, 2023

 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mrs. Fischer) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
     Authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Senate Chamber.

    Resolved, That rule 13.1 of the United States Senate Chamber and 
Galleries Regulations (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate 
Chamber) be temporarily suspended for the sole and specific purpose of 
permitting the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the Senate in 
actual session on May 2, 2023.
    Sec. 2.  The Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate is 
authorized and directed to make the necessary arrangements therefore, 
which arrangements shall provide for a minimum of disruption to Senate 
proceedings.
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A resolution informing the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is assembled.

Subjects: Congress, Congressional operations and organization, House of Representatives, Senate

Summary:  <p>This resolution informs the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is assembled.</p>

<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 2 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 2

 Informing the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is 
                               assembled.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                            January 3, 2023

 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered 
                             and agreed to

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
 Informing the House of Representatives that a quorum of the Senate is 
                               assembled.

    Resolved, That the Secretary inform the House of Representatives 
that a quorum of the Senate is assembled and that the Senate is ready 
to proceed to business.
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States must continue to demonstrate leadership to achieve significant reforms to the rules of the World Trade Organization in order to promote the advancement of truly developing countries.

Subjects: Foreign Trade and International Finance


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 202 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 202

Expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States must continue 
 to demonstrate leadership to achieve significant reforms to the rules 
of the World Trade Organization in order to promote the advancement of 
                      truly developing countries.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 9, 2023

     Mr. Thune (for himself and Mr. King) submitted the following 
       resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Finance

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States must continue 
 to demonstrate leadership to achieve significant reforms to the rules 
of the World Trade Organization in order to promote the advancement of 
                      truly developing countries.

    Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate that--
            (1) although the United States finds value and usefulness 
        in the World Trade Organization in fulfilling the needs of the 
        United States and other free and open economies in the 21st 
        century, significant reforms at the World Trade Organization 
        are needed; and
            (2) the United States must continue to demonstrate 
        leadership to achieve reforms that restore the effectiveness of 
        the rules of the World Trade Organization for special and 
        differential treatment to ensure those rules promote 
        advancement for truly developing countries, rather than 
        becoming tools for globally competitive countries, such as the 
        People's Republic of China, to engage in protectionism and 
        market distortions.
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A resolution to authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Neely.

Subjects: Congress, Congressional officers and employees, Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation, District of Columbia, Evidence and witnesses, Legislative rules and procedure, Senate, Subversive activities


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 214 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 214

  To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Neely.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 16, 2023

  Mr. Schumer (for himself and Mr. McConnell) submitted the following 
             resolution; which was considered and agreed to

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                               RESOLUTION


 
  To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Neely.

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Neely, Cr. No. 21-642, pending in the 
        United States District Court for the District of Columbia, both the 
        prosecution and defense are seeking the production of testimony from 
        Michael J. Mastrian, Director of the Senate Radio and Television 
        Gallery, a department of the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and 
        Doorkeeper of the Senate;
Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government 
        Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. Sec. Sec.  288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may 
        direct its counsel to represent current and former officers and 
        employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request 
        for evidence relating to their official responsibilities;
Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the 
        Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the 
        possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, 
        be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the 
        Senate; and
Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of 
        the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will 
        take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the 
        privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That Michael J. Mastrian, Director of the Senate Radio 
and Television Gallery, is authorized to provide relevant testimony in 
the case of United States v. Neely, except concerning matters for which 
a privilege should be asserted.
    Sec. 2.  The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Mr. 
Mastrian, and any current or former officer or employee of his office, 
in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one 
of this resolution.
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A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain nominations.

Subjects: Congress


<html><body><pre>[Congressional Bills 118th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 219 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

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118th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 219

  Amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority 
   Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain 
                              nominations.


_______________________________________________________________________


                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 18, 2023

  Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. King, and Mr. Cardin) submitted the 
following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and 
                             Administration

_______________________________________________________________________

                               RESOLUTION


 
  Amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to authorize the Majority 
   Leader to move to proceed to the en bloc consideration of certain 
                              nominations.

    Resolved,

SECTION 1. EN BLOC CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN NOMINATIONS.

    Rule XXXI of the Standing Rules of the Senate is amended by adding 
at the end the following:
    ``8.(a) In this paragraph, the term `covered nomination' means a 
nomination to a position that is not a position--
            ``(1) at level I of the Executive Schedule under section 
        5312 of title 5, United States Code;
            ``(2) as a judge of a court of appeals of the United 
        States; or
            ``(3) as Chief Justice of the United States or as an 
        Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States.
    ``(b) It shall be in order for the Majority Leader to move to 
proceed to the en bloc consideration of not more than 10 covered 
nominations that were reported to the Senate by the same committee of 
the Senate and placed on the calendar.
    ``(c) Consideration of a motion to proceed under subparagraph (b), 
and the en bloc consideration of the nominations that are the subject 
of the motion, shall be conducted in the same manner as if it were a 
motion to proceed to the consideration of a single nomination.''.
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