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A resolution designating March 25, 2006, as "Greek Independence Day:  A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy".

Bill: 109-sres-399
Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]
Introduced: 2006-03-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Democracy
Europe
Government Operations and Politics
Greece
International Affairs
Sovereignty
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-13
text: 
Designates March 25, 2006, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.
 

action_date: 2006-03-13
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Designates March 25, 2006, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2048-2049; text as passed Senate: CR S2048-2049; text of measure as introduced: CR S2042)
action_date: 2006-03-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2048-2049; text as passed Senate: CR S2048-2049; text of measure as introduced: CR S2042)
action_date: 2006-03-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the first day of April, 2006, as "National Asbestos Awareness Day".

Bill: 109-sres-402
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2006-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Asbestos
Environmental Protection
Health
Labor and Employment
Occupational health and safety
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-15
text: 
Designates the first day of April 2006 as National Asbestos Awareness Day.

action_date: 2006-03-15
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Designates the first day of April 2006 as National Asbestos Awareness Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2222-2223; text as passed Senate: CR S2223; text of measure as introduced: CR S2207)
action_date: 2006-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2222-2223; text as passed Senate: CR S2223; text of measure as introduced: CR S2207)
action_date: 2006-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the benefits of breastfeeding, and for other purposes.

Bill: 109-sres-403
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2006-03-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Breast feeding
Child health
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Government Operations and Politics
Health
State laws
Women
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: 
Recognizes the health, economic, and social benefits of breastfeeding.
 
Urges states to take steps to: (1) protect a mother's right to breastfeed; and (2) remove the barriers faced by women who breastfeed.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced:  CR S2376)
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2376-2377)
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the Armed Forces both at home and abroad.

Bill: 109-sres-404
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2006-03-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Armed forces abroad
Congress
Congressional tributes
Iraq compilation
Military personnel

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence (on March 26, 2006, National Support the Troops Day) to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the U.S. Armed Forces both at home and abroad.

action_date: 2006-03-16
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that all people in the United States should participate in a moment of silence (on March 26, 2006, National Support the Troops Day) to reflect upon the service and sacrifice of members of the U.S. Armed Forces both at home and abroad.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2387; text as passed Senate: CR S2387; text of measure as introduced:  CR S2377)
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2387; text as passed Senate: CR S2387; text of measure as introduced:  CR S2377)
action_date: 2006-03-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating August 16, 2006, as "National Airborne Day".

Bill: 109-sres-405
Sponsor: Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE]
Introduced: 2006-03-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Airborne troops
Armed Forces and National Security
Army
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: 
Designates August 16, 2006, as National Airborne Day (to recognize the airborne forces of the U.S. Armed Forces).
 
Requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on federal, state, and local administrators and the people of the United States to observe National Airborne Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

action_date: 2006-07-28
text: 
Designates August 16, 2006, as National Airborne Day (to recognize the airborne forces of the U.S. Armed Forces).
 
Calls on the people of the United States to observe National Airborne Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-12-05
text: Star Print ordered on the resolution.
action_date: 2006-07-28
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8409)
action_date: 2006-07-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8409)
action_date: 2006-07-28
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S8409)
action_date: 2006-07-28
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-07-28
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2423-2424)
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating Graceland on the occasion of its designation as a National Historic Landmark.

Bill: 109-sres-406
Sponsor: Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]
Introduced: 2006-03-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Congress
Congressional tributes
Entertainers
Historic sites
History
Music
Tennessee

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: 
Congratulates Graceland (the home of Elvis Presley from 1957 through 1977) on the occasion of its designation as a National Historic Landmark.

action_date: 2006-03-27
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

 
Recognizes Graceland (the home of Elvis Presley from 1957 through 1977) as exceptionally valuable for promoting and illustrating the contributions of Elvis Presley to the music and popular culture of the United States.
 
Acknowledges the importance of designating Graceland as a National Historic Landmark for the purposes of recognizing and preserving that unique cultural attraction. 
 
Congratulates Graceland on the occasion of its designation as a National Historic Landmark.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2425-2426; text as passed Senate: CR S2425-2426; text of measure as introduced: CR S2424)
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2425-2426; text as passed Senate: CR S2425-2426; text of measure as introduced: CR S2424)
action_date: 2006-03-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the African American Spiritual as a national treasure.

Bill: 109-sres-407
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2006-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Black history
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
History
Minorities
Music
Religion
Slavery

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 
Recognizes that African American spirituals are a poignant and powerful genre of music that have become one of the most significant segments of American music in existence. Requests that the President issue a proclamation that reflects on the important contribution of African American spirituals to American history and that names the African American spiritual as a national treasure.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2473)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2473)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting democracy, development, and stabilization in Haiti.

Bill: 109-sres-409
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2006-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Administration of justice
Armed Forces and National Security
Brazil
Caribbean area
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorations
Congress
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Economic assistance
Environmental Protection
Gangs
Government Operations and Politics
Haiti
Human rights
Infrastructure
Infrastructure (Economics)
International military forces
Job creation
Labor and Employment
Latin America
Law
Legislative bodies
Parliamentary government
Peacekeeping forces
Police
Political parties
Rule of law

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 
Urges reconciliation among the people of Haiti, including a government led by President-elect Rene Preval that respects the rights of all political parties.
 
 Supports the holding of the second round of parliamentary elections as soon as possible while stressing the importance of a free and open process.
 
 Expresses thanks to the countries that have contributed personnel to the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), particularly Brazil. 
 
Encourages MINUSTAH to maintain current troop levels and to raise the numbers of UNPOL police forces.
 
 Urges the international community to continue to support MINUSTAH, fulfill previous 2004 donor pledges, and plan for a new multi-year commitment of support. 
 
Recommends: (1) the creation of an effective demobilization, disarmament, and reintegration program to encompass former military members and gangs; and (2) that the new government cooperate fully with MINUSTAH in assuring police and judiciary reform.
 
 Supports U.S. reconstruction assistance for Haiti.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2474)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2474)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2006 as "Financial Literacy Month".

Bill: 109-sres-410
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2006-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Finance and Financial Sector
Financial planning
Personal budgets
Saving and investment
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 
Designates April 2006 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may be associated with a lack of understanding about personal finances.

action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Designates April 2006 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may be associated with a lack of understanding about personal finances.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text as passed Senate: CR S2541)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text as passed Senate: CR S2541)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S2541-2542)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Senate vitiated previous passage.
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2480-2481; text as passed Senate: CR S2481; text of measure as introduced: CR S2474-2475)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2480-2481; text as passed Senate: CR S2481; text of measure as introduced: CR S2474-2475)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing a milestone in the history of Gallaudet University.

Bill: 109-sres-411
Sponsor: Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA]
Introduced: 2006-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: College administration
College teachers
Colleges
Congress
Congressional tributes
Deaf
Disabled
District of Columbia
Education
Hearing disorders
Higher education

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 
Recognizes the achievements of Gallaudet University and expresses appreciation to Dr. I. King Jordan for his dedication to Gallaudet, the deaf and hard of hearing, and the disabled.

action_date: 2006-03-28
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Recognizes the achievements of Gallaudet University and expresses appreciation to Dr. I. King Jordan for his dedication to Gallaudet, the deaf and hard of hearing, and the disabled.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2481; text as passed Senate: CR S2481; text of measure as introduced: CR S2475)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2481; text as passed Senate: CR S2481; text of measure as introduced: CR S2475)
action_date: 2006-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the Nation during Public Service Recognition Week, May 1 through 7, 2006.

Bill: 109-sres-412
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2006-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
Federal employees
Government Operations and Politics
Local employees
Special weeks
State employees

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: 
Commends public servants during Public Service Recognition Week. Honors government employees who have given their lives in service to their country. Encourages efforts to promote public service careers.

action_date: 2006-04-27
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)
 
 
Commends public servants for their contributions to the Nation during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year. Salutes their dedication and spirit of public service. Honors those government employees who have given their lives in service to their country. Calls upon a new generation of workers to consider a career in public service. Encourages efforts to promote public service careers at all levels of government.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-04-27
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3760-3761; text as passed Senate: CR S3760-3761)
action_date: 2006-04-27
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3760-3761; text as passed Senate: CR S3760-3761)
action_date: 2006-04-27
text: Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-04-27
text: Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2537)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2537-2538)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the Virginia Wesleyan College Marlins men's basketball team for winning the 2006 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division III National Basketball Championship.

Bill: 109-sres-413
Sponsor: Sen. Allen, George [R-VA]
Introduced: 2006-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Basketball
College sports
Congress
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
Sports and Recreation
Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: 
Congratulates the Virginia Wesleyan College Marlins men's basketball team for winning the 2006 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III National Championship.

action_date: 2006-03-29
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Congratulates the Virginia Wesleyan College Marlins men's basketball team for winning the 2006 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III National Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2540-2541; text as passed Senate: CR S2540-2541; text of measure as introduced: CR S2538)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2540-2541; text as passed Senate: CR S2540-2541; text of measure as introduced: CR S2538)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating the musical and cultural heritage of country music and recognizing the "Country: A Celebration of America's Music" festival at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

Bill: 109-sres-414
Sponsor: Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN]
Introduced: 2006-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Congress
Congressional tributes
Cultural centers
District of Columbia
Museums
Music

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: 
Celebrates the musical and cultural heritage of country music.
 
Recognizes the &quot;Country: A Celebration of America's Music&quot; festival at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 
 
Commends the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for promoting the artistry and legacy of country music. 

action_date: 2006-03-29
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Celebrates the musical and cultural heritage of country music.
 
Recognizes the &quot;Country: A Celebration of America's Music&quot; festival at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 
 
Commends the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum for promoting the artistry and legacy of country music. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2541; text as passed Senate: CR S2541; text of measure as introduced: CR S2538)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2541; text as passed Senate: CR S2541; text of measure as introduced: CR S2538)
action_date: 2006-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the continuing support of the Senate to the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC), and commending the efforts of that vital program as it carries out its mission of instilling the values of citizenship and service in the hearts and minds of the youth of the United States.

Bill: 109-sres-415
Sponsor: Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV]
Introduced: 2006-03-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Education
Elementary and secondary education
Military training
Officer personnel
Retired military personnel
Secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2006-03-30
text: 
Expresses appreciation to the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC).
 
Commends the professionalism and dedication of retired members of the Armed Forces who serve as JROTC instructors.
 
Honors modern-day JROTC members.

action_date: 2006-05-01
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Expresses appreciation to the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC).
 
Commends the professionalism and dedication of retired members of the Armed Forces who serve as JROTC instructors.
 
Honors modern-day JROTC members.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2006-05-01
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-05-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2006-05-01
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3848; text as passed Senate: CR S3848)
action_date: 2006-05-01
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3848; text as passed Senate: CR S3848)
action_date: 2006-03-30
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2612)
action_date: 2006-03-30
text: Introduced in Senate