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Designating March 11, 2014, as World Plumbing Day.

Designating March 11, 2014, as World Plumbing Day Whereas the plumbing industry plays an important role in safeguarding the public health of the people of the United States and the world; Whereas 780,000,000 people around the world do not have access to safe drinking water; Whereas 2,500,000,000 people around the world live without adequate sanitation facilities; Whereas the lack of water and sanitation is the largest barrier to childhood survival, public health, education, and economic productivity; Whereas in the developing world, 24,000 children under the age of 5 die every day from preventable causes, such as diarrhea contracted from unclean water; Whereas safe and efficient plumbing saves money and reduces future water supply costs and infrastructure costs; Whereas the installation of modern plumbing systems must be accomplished in a specific, safe manner by trained professionals in order to prevent widespread disease, which can be crippling and deadly to the community; Whereas the people of the United States rely on plumbing professionals to maintain, repair, and rebuild the aging water infrastructure of the United States; Whereas Congress and plumbing professionals across the United States and the world are committed to safeguarding public health; and Whereas the founding organization of World Plumbing Day, the World Plumbing Council, is actively supported by organizations in the United States such as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate designates March 11, 2014, as World Plumbing Day

Summary: Designates March 11, 2014, as World Plumbing Day.
Designating March 2014 as National Middle Level Education Month. 

Designating March 2014 as National Middle Level Education Month Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the Association for Middle Level Education, the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform, and the National Association of Elementary School Principals have declared March 2014 as National Middle Level Education Month; Whereas schools that educate middle level students are responsible for educating nearly 24,000,000 young adolescents between the ages of 10 and 15, in grades 5 through 9, who are undergoing rapid and dramatic changes in their physical, intellectual, social, emotional, and moral development; Whereas young adolescents deserve challenging and engaging instruction, knowledgeable teachers and administrators who are prepared to provide young adolescents with a safe, challenging, and supportive learning environment, and organizational structures that banish anonymity and promote personalization, collaboration, and social equity; Whereas the habits and values established during early adolescence have a lifelong influence that directly affects the future health and welfare of the United States; Whereas research indicates that the academic achievement of a student in eighth grade has a larger impact on the readiness of that student for college at the end of high school than any academic achievement of that student in high school; and Whereas in order to improve graduation rates and prepare students to be lifelong learners who are ready for college, a career, and civic participation, the people of the United States must have a deeper understanding of the distinctive mission of middle level education: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates March 2014 as National Middle Level Education Month (2) honors and recognizes the importance of middle level education and the contributions of the individuals who educate middle level students; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Middle Level Education Month by visiting and celebrating schools that are responsible for educating young adolescents in the United States.

Summary: Designates March 2014 as National Middle Level Education Month. Recognizes the importance of middle level education and the contributions of the individuals who educate middle level students. Encourages people to observe National Middle Level Education Month by visiting and celebrating schools that are responsible for educating young adolescents in this country.
Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week.

Supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week. Whereas November 16 through November 22, 2014, marks the 93rd annual observance of American Education Week Whereas public schools are the backbone of democracy in the United States, providing young people with the tools necessary to maintain the values of freedom, civility, and equality that are precious to the United States; Whereas by equipping young people in the United States with both practical skills and broader intellectual abilities, public schools give them hope for, and access to, a productive future; Whereas people working in the field of public education, whether teachers, higher education faculty and staff, paraeducators, custodians, substitute educators, bus drivers, clerical workers, food service professionals, workers in skilled trades, health and student service workers, security guards, technical employees, or librarians, work tirelessly to serve children and communities throughout the United States with care and professionalism; and Whereas public schools are community linchpins, bringing together adults, children, educators, volunteers, business leaders, and elected officials in a common enterprise: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) supports the goals and ideals of American Education Week; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe American Education Week by reflecting on the positive impact of all individuals who work together to educate children.

Summary: Expresses support for the goals and ideals of American Education Week.
Expressing the Sense of the Senate regarding the use of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate.

Expressing the Sense of the Senate regarding the use of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate. That it is the Sense of the Senate that (1) certain uses of electronic devices by Senators on the floor of the Senate are necessary and proper in the conduct of official Senate business, would not distract, interrupt, or inconvenience the business of Members of the Senate, and should therefore be permissible, including (A) delivering floor remarks from text displayed on personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers; (B) reviewing and editing documents on personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers while seated or standing at a desk, except when the Senator who wishes to use the device holds the floor or seeks to be recognized; and (C) sending email and other data communication using personal digital assistant devices and tablet computers while seated or standing at a desk, except when the Senator who wishes to use the device holds the floor or seeks to be recognized; (2) necessary and proper uses of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate do not include (A) transmitting sound for any purpose other than through earphones or in such a manner as would not disturb proceedings on the floor of the Senate for the purpose of assisting a person with a disability; (B) using telephones or other devices for voice communication; or (C) using desktop computers, laptop computers, or other large devices; (3) the Committee on Rules and Administration should consider an amendment to the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing consistent with the principles stated above; and (4) any amendment to the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing should take into account possible future changes in technology.

Summary: Expresses the sense of the Senate that: certain uses of electronic devices by Senators on the floor of the Senate are necessary and proper in the conduct of official Senate business, would not distract, interrupt, or inconvenience the business of Members of the Senate, and should therefore be permissible; necessary and proper uses of electronic devices on the floor of the Senate do not include: (1) transmitting sound for any purpose other than through earphones or in such a manner as would not disturb proceedings on the floor of the Senate for the purpose of assisting a person with a disability; (2) using telephones or other devices for voice communication; or (3) using desktop computers, laptop computers, or other large devices; the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration should consider an amendment to the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing consistent with the principles stated above; and any amendment to the Rules should take into account possible future changes in technology.
Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini and expressing condolences on his passing.

Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini and expressing condolences on his passing. Whereas Louis Silvie Lou Whereas Louis Zamperini represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin as a distance runner; Whereas Louis Zamperini graduated from the University of Southern California in 1940 and enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps in 1941, earning the rank of lieutenant; Whereas in May 1943, Louis Zamperinis B24 bomber malfunctioned and crashed during a search-and-rescue mission over the Pacific Ocean, leaving him and 2 other individuals stranded; Whereas Louis Zamperini survived for 47 days adrift in a life raft with Second Lieutenant Russell Phillips before being captured by Japanese forces and placed in a prisoner of war camp; Whereas for more than 2 years, during his imprisonment, Louis Zamperini endured brutal treatment and forced labor with courage and resilience; Whereas upon the conclusion of World War II, Louis Zamperini was released from the prisoner of war camp in September 1945; Whereas Louis Zamperini was promoted to captain and awarded multiple distinguishing military honors, including the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Prisoner of War Medal; Whereas Louis Zamperini was given the honor of carrying the Olympic flame in 1984, 1996, and 1998; Whereas in the years after World War II, Louis Zamperini traveled as an inspirational public speaker, using his experiences to inspire a message of forgiveness; Whereas the airport in Torrance, California, was named Zamperini Field Whereas Louis Zamperini leaves a legacy as a national hero and an inspiration to future generations: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) honors the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini; (2) extends heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Louis Zamperini; and (3) requests the President to identify an appropriate and lasting program of the United States Government to honor the legacy of Louis Zamperini.

Summary: Honors the life and accomplishments of Louis Zamperini.
Expressing support for the designation of January 28, 2014, as National Data Privacy Day.

Expressing support for the designation of January 28, 2014, as National Data Privacy Day Whereas new and innovative technologies enhance our lives by increasing our ability to communicate, learn, share, and produce; Whereas integration of new and innovative technologies into our everyday lives has the potential to compromise the privacy of individuals if appropriate protection is not taken; Whereas there is opportunity for governments, corporations, and civil society to work together to protect the privacy of individuals; Whereas many individuals and companies are not fully aware of the risks to the privacy of individuals posed by new and innovative technologies, of data protection and privacy laws, or of the specific steps they can take to protect the privacy of individuals; Whereas National Data Privacy Day Whereas the annual recognition of National Data Privacy Day Whereas government officials and agencies, as well as representatives of businesses and nonprofit organizations, privacy professionals, academic communities, legal scholars, educators, and others with an interest in data privacy are working together on January 28, 2014, to educate and raise awareness about data privacy and about protecting the privacy of individuals; Whereas on January 28, 2014, privacy professionals and educators are being encouraged to discuss data privacy and security; and Whereas January 28, 2014, would be an appropriate day to designate as National Data Privacy Day That the Senate (1) supports the designation of January 28, 2014, as National Data Privacy Day (2) encourages State and local governments to observe the day with appropriate activities and initiatives that raise awareness about data privacy and security; (3) encourages privacy professionals and educators to discuss data privacy and security; (4) encourages corporations, governments, and other relevant organizations to take steps to protect the privacy and security of individuals and to promote trust in technologies; (5) encourages individuals across the United States to learn about data privacy and the specific steps they can take to protect the privacy of information they possess about themselves and others; and (6) encourages everyone to respect privacy, safeguard data they possess, and enable trust.

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of January 28, 2014, as National Data Privacy Day. Encourages: (1) state and local governments to raise awareness about data privacy and security; (2) privacy professionals and educators to discuss such privacy and security; (3) corporations, governments, and other organizations to take steps to protect the privacy and security of individuals and to promote trust in technologies; (4) individuals to learn about the specific steps they can take to protect the privacy of information they possess about themselves and others; and (5) everyone to respect privacy, safeguard data they possess, and enable trust.
Designating September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day.

Designating September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day Whereas the great Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen of Pekin, Illinois, has passed from the halls of the United States Capitol; Whereas the current Senators wish to honor Senator Dirksen; Whereas, upon the passing of Senator Dirksen, his contemporaries and peers stated that (1) Senator Dirksen (A) provided sage advice and counsel and wholehearted wisdom; (B) provided support that made the civil rights legislation of the 1960s a fact rather than a dream during that decade; and (C) was known as an American who cultivated a high sense of honor; and (2) when Senator Dirksen spoke, the country listened, and his eloquence was a source of national strength; Whereas, as the obituary for Senator Dirksen in the New York Times noted, Senator Dirksen was ever constant to the marigold, which he sought to make the national flower and which he grew profusely in his garden Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said on the Senate floor on April 17, 1967, the marigold is a native of North America and can in truth and in fact be called an American flower Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigold is national in character, for it grows and thrives in every one of the fifty states of this nation Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigolds robustness reflects the hardihood and character of the generations who pioneered and built this land into a great nation Whereas, beginning in 1973, Pekin has held the Pekin Marigold Festival each year to honor Pekins favorite son, Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen; and Whereas the 40th Pekin Marigold Festival will be held during the first week of September 2014, which includes Saturday, September 6: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate designates September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day

Summary: Designates September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day.
Congratulating the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols.

Congratulating the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols. Whereas the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force recently completed the 4,000th deterrent patrol of a ballistic missile submarine (SSBN); Whereas this milestone is significant for the Submarine Force, its crews and their families, the United States Navy, and the entire country; Whereas this milestone was reached through the combined efforts and impressive achievements of all of the submariners who have participated in such patrols since the first patrol of USS George Washington (SSBN 598) in 1960; Whereas, as a result of the dedication and commitment to excellence of the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force, ballistic missile submarines have always been ready and vigilant, reassuring United States allies and deterring anyone who might seek to do harm to the United States or United States allies; Whereas the national maritime strategy of the United States recognizes the critical need for strategic deterrence in todays uncertain world; Whereas the true strength of the ballistic missile submarine lies in the extremely talented and motivated Sailors who have voluntarily chosen to serve in the submarine community; and Whereas the inherent stealth, unparalleled firepower, and nearly limitless endurance of the ballistic missile submarine provide a credible deterrence for any enemies that would seek to use force against the United States or United States allies: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) congratulates the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols; and (2) honors and thanks the crews of ballistic missile submarines and their devoted families for their continued dedication and sacrifice.

Summary: Congratulates sailors of the U.S. Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine deterrent patrols. Honors and thanks the crews and their families for their dedication and sacrifice.
Designating the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week to recognize the role of case management in improving health care outcomes for patients. 

Designating the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week Whereas case management is a collaborative process of assessment, education, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy; Whereas the goal of case management is to meet the health needs of the patient and the family of the patient, while respecting and assuring the right of the patient to self-determination through communication and other available resources in order to promote high-quality, cost-effective outcomes; Whereas case managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status, guide patients on ways to improve their health, and provide cohesion with other professionals on the health care delivery team; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America work diligently to raise awareness about the broad range of services case managers offer and to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers on the improved patient outcomes that case management services can provide; Whereas through National Case Management Week, the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America aim to continue to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers about how vital case managers are to the successful delivery of health care; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America will celebrate National Case Management Week during the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, in order to recognize case managers as an essential link to patients receiving quality health care; and Whereas it is appropriate to recognize the many achievements of case managers in improving health care outcomes: Now, therefore, be it That the Senate (1) designates the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week (2) recognizes the role of case management in providing successful and cost-effective health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Case Management Week and learn about the field of case management.

Summary: Designates the week of October 12-October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week. Recognizes the role of case management in providing successful and cost-effective health care.
Expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day.

Expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day. Whereas the Senate has always honored the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to represent the members of the Armed Forces and veterans who were wounded or became ill in combat in the wars fought by the United States; Whereas the Silver Star Families of America was formed to help the American people remember the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces by designing and manufacturing Silver Star Service Banners and Silver Star Flags for that purpose; Whereas the sole mission of the Silver Star Families of America is to evoke memories of the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States through the presence of a Silver Star Service Banner in a window or a Silver Star Flag flying; Whereas the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States should never be forgotten; and Whereas May 1, 2014, is an appropriate date to designate as Silver Star Service Banner Day That the Senate supports the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day

Summary: Expresses support for the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day.