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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the assassination of former Prime Minister of Pakistan Benazir Bhutto, and the political crisis in Pakistan.

Bill: 110-sres-445
Sponsor: Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2008-02-07 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Administration of justice
Assassination
Bombings
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Criminal investigation
Democracy
Election administration
Foreign leaders
Freedom of speech
Freedom of the press
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
Law
Military assistance
Opposition (Political science)
Pakistan
Political prisoners
Political violence
President and foreign policy
Sanctions (International law)
Security measures
South Asia

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: 
Conveys the condolences of the people of the United States to the people of Pakistan on the tragic loss of former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. 
 
Condemns the December 2007 murder of Benazir Bhutto and the slaughter of at least 165 other Pakistani citizens in this attack and the prior attempt on Benazir Bhutto's life.
 
Calls upon the government of Pakistan to: (1) bring the perpetrators to justice and to support an independent inquiry into the assassination of Benazir Bhutto; (2) ensure that free elections are held on February 18, 2008, as scheduled; (3) end the harassment of judges, opposition party activists, and lawyers; and (4) end restrictions on the media and freedom of speech. 
 
Calls upon the President to: (1) review U.S. aid to Pakistan to ensure that all assistance furthers the common goals shared by the people of Pakistan and the United States, with specific reference to combating violent radicalism and promoting a free and democratic Pakistan; and (2) suspend weapons transfers to Pakistan if such conditions are not met.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S794-795)
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S795-796)
action_date: 2008-02-07
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of Representative Tom Lantos, of California.

Bill: 110-sres-446
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2008-02-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: California
Congress
Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-11
text: 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Tom Lantos, late a Representative from the state of California.

action_date: 2008-02-11
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Tom Lantos, late a Representative from the state of California.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2008-02-11
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S862; text as passed Senate: CR S862; text of measure as introduced: CR S850)
action_date: 2008-02-11
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S862; text as passed Senate: CR S862; text of measure as introduced: CR S850)
action_date: 2008-02-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring Friendship Force International and recognizing March 1, 2008 as World Friendship Day.

Bill: 110-sres-447
Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Exchange of persons programs
International Affairs
Nonprofit organizations
Social Welfare
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
Honors Friendship Force International for promoting international understanding and good will in the world.
 
 Recognizes the celebration of World Friendship Day on March 1, 2008. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S921)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution making minority party appointments for the 110th Congress.

Bill: 110-sres-448
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committee membership
Congressional committees (Senate)
Senate Foreign Relations

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
Designates the Minority party membership on the Committee on Foreign Relations for the remainder of the 110th Congress.

action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 

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

 
Designates the Minority party membership on the Committee on Foreign Relations for the remainder of the 110th Congress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S923; text as passed Senate: CR S923; text of measure as introduced: CR S921)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S923; text as passed Senate: CR S923; text of measure as introduced: CR S921)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution condemning in the strongest possible terms President of Iran Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's statements regarding the State of Israel and the Holocaust and calling for all member States of the United Nations to do the same.

Bill: 110-sres-449
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR]
Introduced: 2008-02-12 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Antisemitism
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Foreign leaders
History
Human rights
Iran
Israel
Jewish holocaust (1939-1945)
Middle East and North Africa
Recognition (International law)
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: 
Condemns President of Iran Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's hateful and anti-Semitic statements regarding Israel and the Holocaust.
 
 Calls on all member states of the United Nations to publicly condemn President Ahmadinejad's statements as a violation of the principles of both the United Nations Charter and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S921-922)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S922)
action_date: 2008-02-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating July 26, 2008, as "National Day of the Cowboy".

Bill: 110-sres-450
Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY]
Introduced: 2008-02-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Special days
West (U.S.)

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 
Designates July 26, 2008, as National Day of the Cowboy.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S983-984)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S984)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the achievements of Rawle and Henderson LLP, on its 225th anniversary and on being recognized as the oldest law firm in continuous practice in the United States.

Bill: 110-sres-451
Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]
Introduced: 2008-02-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Congressional tributes
Law
Lawyers
Pennsylvania

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 
Commemorates the achievement of Rawle and Henderson LLP on its 225th anniversary and on being recognized as the oldest law firm in continuous practice in the United States. 

Salutes the profound legacy the attorneys of Rawle and Henderson LLP have provided to the civic and legal community of Pennsylvania and the Nation. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S984)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S984-985)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the Naming of Pittsburgh as the culmination of the Forbes Campaign across Pennsylvania and the significance this event played in the making of America, in the settlement of the continent, and in spreading the ideals of freedom and democracy throughout the world.

Bill: 110-sres-452
Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA]
Introduced: 2008-02-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Commerce
Congressional tributes
History
Industrialization
Pennsylvania
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Sports and Recreation
Trails
Urban affairs
Urban areas
West (U.S.)

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the 250th anniversary of the Naming of Pittsburgh; and (2) that Pittsburgh 250 is organizing the commemoration.
 
Encourages learning about how the Forbes Campaign, the opening of the Gateway to the West, the industrialization of America, and the environmental transformation of Pittsburgh helped to make America.

action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 

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

Recognizes: (1) the 250th anniversary of the Naming of Pittsburgh; and (2) that Pittsburgh 250 is organizing the commemoration.

Encourages learning about how the Forbes Campaign, the opening of the Gateway to the West, the industrialization of America, and the environmental transformation of Pittsburgh helped to make America.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S991; text as passed Senate: CR S991; text of measure as introduced: CR S985)
action_date: 2008-02-13
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 S991; text as passed Senate: CR S991; text of measure as introduced: CR S985)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing February 20, 2008, as the 100th anniversary of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.

Bill: 110-sres-453
Sponsor: Sen. Chambliss, Saxby [R-GA]
Introduced: 2008-02-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Agricultural colleges
Agriculture and Food
Anniversaries
Congressional tributes
Education
Georgia
Higher education

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 
Recognizes: (1) the 100th anniversary of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College for its contributions to the community and to higher education in Georgia; and (2) the achievements of its administration, faculty, students, and staff. 

action_date: 2008-02-13
text: 

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

 
Recognizes: (1) the 100th anniversary of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College for its contributions to the community and to higher education in Georgia; and (2) the achievements of its administration, faculty, students, and staff. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S991-992; text as passed Senate: CR S991-992; text of measure as introduced: CR S985)
action_date: 2008-02-13
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 S991-992; text as passed Senate: CR S991-992; text of measure as introduced: CR S985)
action_date: 2008-02-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the month of March 2008 as "MRSA Awareness Month".

Bill: 110-sres-454
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2008-02-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Antibiotics
Commemorations
Communicable diseases
Drug resistance in microorganisms
Health education
Hospitals
Medical research
Pharmaceutical research
Preventive medicine
Science, Technology, Communications
Special months

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 
Designates March 2008 as MRSA Awareness Month.

Recognizes: (1) the need to apply what is already known about reducing the transmission of infections in hospitals, effectively using diagnostics, and ensuring appropriate use of antibiotics to meet patient and public health needs; (2) the need to pursue operational research to find the best ways of preventing hospital- and community-acquired Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and developing new antibiotics for improving care for MRSA patients; and (3) the importance of raising awareness of MRSA and methods of preventing MRSA infections.

Expresses support for the work of advocates, healthcare practitioners, and science-based experts in educating, supporting, and providing hope for individuals and their families affected by community and healthcare associated infections.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1072)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1072-1073)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling for peace in Darfur.

Bill: 110-sres-455
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2008-02-14 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa (Sub-Saharan)
Arabs
Armed Forces and National Security
Armistices
Displaced persons
Foreign leaders
Government Operations and Politics
Insurgency
International military forces
International relief
Nongovernmental organizations
Peace negotiations
Peace treaties
Peacekeeping forces
Sudan
United Nations
Women
Women's organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 
Calls upon the government of Sudan and other signatories and non-signatories to the 2006 Darfur Peace Agreement to declare an immediate cessation of hostilities in Darfur, Sudan.

action_date: 2008-03-05
text: 

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

 
Calls upon the government of Sudan and other signatories and non-signatories to the May 5, 2006, Darfur Peace Agreement to cease hostilities.
 
Calls upon the government of Sudan to facilitate the deployment of the United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force, including any non-African peacekeepers.
 
Urges all invited individuals and movements to attend the next round of peace negotiations without preconditions.
 
Condemns: (1) intimidation or threats against camp or civil society leaders to discourage them from attending the peace talks; and (2) actions by any party that undermines the Darfur peace process.
 
Calls upon all parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement to support all terms of the agreement.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-03-05
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S1653)
action_date: 2008-03-05
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S1653)
action_date: 2008-03-05
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1653)
action_date: 2008-03-05
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1653)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1073)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1072-1074)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution directing the United States to undertake bilateral discussions with Canada to negotiate an agreement to conserve populations of large whales at risk of extinction that migrate along the Atlantic seaboard of North America.

Bill: 110-sres-456
Sponsor: Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2008-02-14 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Animal behavior
Animals
Atlantic Ocean
Canada
Endangered species
Environmental Protection
Fishery management
Fishing boats
International environmental cooperation
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Negotiations
Public Lands and Natural Resources
Treaties
Whales
Wildlife conservation

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 
 Declares that the United States should: (1) undertake bilateral discussions with Canada to negotiate an agreement for the conservation and protection of migratory or transboundary populations of large whales at risk of extinction in the northwest Atlantic Ocean, including mechanisms for reducing incidents of endangered large whales becoming entangled in fishing gear, being struck by ships, or otherwise adversely impacted by human activity; and (2) until that agreement becomes operational, continue to reduce such human activity impacts while taking steps to minimize the economic impact of such efforts on affected industries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1074)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1074-1075)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the cultural and historical significance of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.

Bill: 110-sres-457
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2008-02-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Arts, Culture, Religion
Asian American ethnic groups
Congressional tributes
History
Minorities

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 
Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.
 
Wishes Chinese-Americans and all those who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year. 

action_date: 2008-02-14
text: 

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

Recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival. 

Wishes Chinese-Americans and all those who observe this holiday a happy and prosperous new year. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1084-1085; text as passed Senate: CR S1084-1085; text of measure as introduced: CR S1075)
action_date: 2008-02-14
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 S1084-1085; text as passed Senate: CR S1084-1085; text of measure as introduced: CR S1075)
action_date: 2008-02-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the condolences of the Senate to those affected by the devastating shooting incident of February 14, 2008, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.

Bill: 110-sres-458
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2008-02-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Colleges
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Education
Educational counseling
Elementary and secondary education
Emergency Management
Emergency medicine
Health
Higher education
Illinois
Law enforcement officers
Medical personnel
Murder
School security
Students

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: 
Expresses condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those killed in the tragic shooting on February 14, 2008, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.
 
Extends support and prayers to those who were wounded and wishes them a speedy recovery.
 
Commends the emergency responders, law enforcement officers, health care providers, and counselors who performed their duties with professionalism and dedication in response to the tragedy.
 
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to helping ensure that our schools are safe and secure environments for learning.
 
Expresses solidarity with Northern Illinois University. 

action_date: 2008-02-25
text: 

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

 
Expresses condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those killed in the tragic shooting on February 14, 2008, at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.
 
Extends support and prayers to those who were wounded and wishes them a speedy recovery.
 
Commends the emergency responders, law enforcement officers, health care providers, and counselors who performed their duties with professionalism and dedication in response to the tragedy.
 
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to helping ensure that our schools are safe and secure environments for learning.
 
Expresses solidarity with Northern Illinois University. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1100-1101; text as passed Senate: CR S1100-1101; text of measure as introduced: CR S1142-1143)
action_date: 2008-02-25
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 S1100-1101; text as passed Senate: CR S1100-1101; text of measure as introduced: CR S1142-1143)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the strong support of the Senate for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to extend invitations for membership to Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia at the April 2008 Bucharest Summit, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-sres-459
Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN]
Introduced: 2008-02-25 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Albania
Alliances
Armed Forces and National Security
Collective security
Conferences
Croatia
Democracy
Europe
Government Operations and Politics
Macedonia
NATO countries
Sovereignty
Summit diplomacy

Summary:
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: 
Expresses the the sense of the Senate that: (1) the expansion of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) contributes to NATO's continued effectiveness and relevance; and (2) the United States should take the lead in supporting the awarding of invitations to Albania, Croatia, and Macedonia to join NATO at the April 2008 NATO Summit at Bucharest, Romania.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1143)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1143-1144)
action_date: 2008-02-25
text: Introduced in Senate