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A resolution commending The University of Florida men's basketball team for winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Basketball Championship.

Bill: 110-sres-148
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2007-04-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Basketball
College sports
Congressional tributes
Education
Florida
Higher education
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: 
Commends the University of Florida men's basketball team for winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Basketball Championship. 

action_date: 2007-04-12
text: 

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

Commends the University of Florida men's basketball team for winning the 2007 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Basketball Championship.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4456; text as passed Senate: CR S4456; text of measure as introduced:  CR S4452)
action_date: 2007-04-12
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 S4456; text as passed Senate: CR S4456; text of measure as introduced:  CR S4452)
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the condolences of the Senate on the tragic events at Virginia Tech University.

Bill: 110-sres-149
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, John [R-VA]
Introduced: 2007-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: College administration
College teachers
Colleges
Congressional tributes
Crime and Law Enforcement
Crime prevention
Education
Higher education
Murder
School security
Students
Victims of crimes
Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: 
Expresses the heartfelt condolences of the Senate to the victims and their families, and to students, faculty, administration and staff and their families who have been deeply affected by the tragic shootings at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia.
 
Expresses its hope that the tragedy will lead to a shared national commitment to take steps that will help our communities prevent such tragedies in the future.
 
Recognizes that Virginia Tech has served as an exemplary institution of teaching, learning, and research for well over a century and will continue these proud and historic traditions.

action_date: 2007-04-16
text: 

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

 
Expresses the heartfelt condolences of the Senate to the victims and their families, and to students, faculty, administration and staff and their families who have been deeply affected by the tragic shootings at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia.
 
Expresses its hope that the tragedy will lead to a shared national commitment to take steps that will help our communities prevent such tragedies in the future.
 
Recognizes that Virginia Tech has served as an exemplary institution of teaching, learning, and research for well over a century and will continue these proud and historic traditions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4550; text as passed Senate: CR S4550; text of measure as introduced: CR S4507)
action_date: 2007-04-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4550; text as passed Senate: CR S4550; text of measure as introduced: CR S4507)
action_date: 2007-04-16
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 7 through 13, 2007.

Bill: 110-sres-150
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2007-04-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Federal employees
Government Operations and Politics
Local employees
Special weeks
State employees

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 
Commends public servants for their outstanding contributions to nation during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year.

action_date: 2007-05-02
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.
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Commends public servants for their outstanding contributions to the nation during Public Service Recognition Week and throughout the year. Urges a new generation to consider a career in public service as an honorable profession. Encourages efforts to promote public service careers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5523-5524)
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S5523-5524)
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5523-5524)
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5523-5524)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4617)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4617-4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the University of Wyoming Cowgirls for their championship victory in the Women's National Invitation Tournament.

Bill: 110-sres-151
Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY]
Introduced: 2007-04-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Basketball
College sports
Education
Higher education
Sports and Recreation
Women
Women athletes
Wyoming

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 
Commends the University of Wyoming Cowgirls for winning the Women's National Invitation Tournament basketball championship.

action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 

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

 
Commends the University of Wyoming Cowgirls for winning the Women's National Invitation Tournament basketball championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4620-4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4620-4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
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 S4620-4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4620-4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the lifetime achievements of Jackie Robinson.

Bill: 110-sres-152
Sponsor: Sen. Bunning, Jim [R-KY]
Introduced: 2007-04-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Baseball
Blacks
Congressional tributes
Minorities
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 
Honors the achievements and contributions of Jackie Robinson.

action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 

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

 
Honors the achievements and contributions of Jackie Robinson.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
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 S4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution making temporary appointments to the Select Committee on Ethics.

Bill: 110-sres-153
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2007-04-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committee membership
Congressional committees (Senate)
Congressional investigations
Crime and Law Enforcement
Dismissal of employees
New Mexico
Public prosecutors
Senate Ethics

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 
Designates temporary Majority party membership on the Senate Select Committee on Ethics. 

action_date: 2007-04-17
text: 

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

 
Designates temporary Majority party membership on the Senate Select Committee on Ethics. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4621; text as passed Senate: CR S4621; text of measure as introduced: CR S4618)
action_date: 2007-04-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution demanding the return of the USS Pueblo to the United States Navy.

Bill: 110-sres-154
Sponsor: Sen. Allard, Wayne [R-CO]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
East Asia
History
Hostages
Maritime law
Military intelligence
Military personnel
North Korea
Transportation and Public Works
Warships

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Demands the return of the USS Pueblo to the U.S. Navy.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4699)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on efforts to control violence and strengthen the rule of law in Guatemala.

Bill: 110-sres-155
Sponsor: Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Administration of justice
Armed Forces and National Security
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Crime and Law Enforcement
Criminal investigation
Guatemala
Human rights
Latin America
Law
Legislation
Peace treaties
Police
Prosecution
Rule of law
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala is an innovative mechanism to support local efforts to confront the problem posed by illegal armed groups and clandestine security organizations in Guatemala and their infiltration into state institutions.
 
Encourages the Guatemalan Congress to enact legislation to implement the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala and other pending legislation needed to fulfill the 1996 peace agreement.
 
Calls on the government of Guatemala and all sectors of society in Guatemala to support the investigation and prosecution of illegal armed groups and clandestine security organizations.
 
Reiterates the Senate's commitment to support the government of Guatemala in its efforts to strengthen the rule of law.

action_date: 2007-05-01
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 the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala is an innovative mechanism to support local efforts to confront the problem posed by illegal armed groups and clandestine security organizations in Guatemala and their infiltration into state institutions.
 
Encourages the Guatemalan Congress to enact legislation to implement the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala and other pending legislation needed to fulfill the 1996 peace agreement.
 
Calls on the government of Guatemala and all sectors of society in Guatemala to support the investigation and prosecution of illegal armed groups and clandestine security organizations.
 
Reiterates the Senate's commitment to support the government of Guatemala in its efforts to strengthen the rule of law.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5432)
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S5432)
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5432)
action_date: 2007-05-01
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5432)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4699)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the achievements of the Rutgers University women's basketball team and applauding the character and integrity of the players as student-athletes.

Bill: 110-sres-156
Sponsor: Sen. Lautenberg, Frank R. [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Basketball
College sports
Congressional tributes
Education
Higher education
New Jersey
Sports and Recreation
Women
Women athletes

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Commends the performance of the Rutgers University women's basketball team in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament.

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

 
Commends the performance of the Rutgers University women's basketball team in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4717; text as passed Senate: CR S4717; text of measure as introduced: CR S4699-4700)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4717; text as passed Senate: CR S4717; text of measure as introduced: CR S4699-4700)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution extending the best wishes of the Senate to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and expressing the Senate's hope for his speedy and complete recovery.

Bill: 110-sres-157
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
Ex-Members of Congress
Government Operations and Politics
Governors
New Jersey
Senate
Traffic accidents and safety
Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Extends the Senate's best wishes to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and its hopes for his speedy and complete recovery. 

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

Extends the Senate's best wishes to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and its hopes for his speedy and complete recovery. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4717; text as passed Senate: CR S4717; text of measure as introduced: CR S4700)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4717; text as passed Senate: CR S4717; text of measure as introduced: CR S4700)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 20, 2007, as "National and Global Youth Service Day".

Bill: 110-sres-158
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Decision making
Education
Families
Service learning
Social Welfare
Special days
Volunteer workers
Youth

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Designates April 20, 2007 as National and Global Youth Service Day.

Recognizes and commends the significant contributions of the youth of the United States and encourages the cultivation of a common civic bond between young people dedicated to serving their neighbors, their communities, and the Nation. 

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Recognizes and commends the significant contributions of the youth of the United States and encourages the cultivation of a common civic bond between young people dedicated to serving their neighbors, their communities, and the Nation.

Designates April 20, 2007 as National and Global Youth Service Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4717-4719; text as passed Senate: CR S4719; text of measure as introduced: CR S4700-4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4717-4719; text as passed Senate: CR S4719; text of measure as introduced: CR S4700-4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the Association for Advanced Life Underwriting on its 50th anniversary.

Bill: 110-sres-159
Sponsor: Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Commerce
Congressional tributes
Finance and Financial Sector
Insurance companies
Life insurance
Trade associations

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Declares that the Senate: (1) congratulates the Association for Advanced Life Underwriting upon its 50th anniversary; and (2) wishes the Association continued success during its next 50 years.

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate: (1) congratulates the Association for Advanced Life Underwriting upon its 50th anniversary; and (2) wishes the Association continued success during its next 50 years.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4719-4720; text as passed Senate: CR S4719-4720; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4719-4720; text as passed Senate: CR S4719-4720; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the importance of Hot Springs National Park on the 175th anniversary of the enactment of the Act that authorized the establishment of Hot Springs Reservation.

Bill: 110-sres-160
Sponsor: Sen. Lincoln, Blanche L. [D-AR]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Arkansas
Congress
Environmental Protection
Legislation
National parks
Nature conservation
Public Lands and Natural Resources

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Recognizes, on 175th anniversary of the Act of Congress that authorized the establishment of Hot Springs Reservation, the important contributions of Hot Springs Reservation and Hot Springs National Park to the history of conservation in the United States. 

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

 
Recognizes, on 175th anniversary of the Act of Congress that authorized the establishment of Hot Springs Reservation, the important contributions of Hot Springs Reservation and Hot Springs National Park to the history of conservation in the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4720; text as passed Senate: CR S4720; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4720; text as passed Senate: CR S4720; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life of Oliver White Hill, a pioneer in the field of American civil rights law, on the occasion of his 100th birthday.

Bill: 110-sres-161
Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Civil rights workers
Congressional tributes
Law
Lawyers

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
Honors the life and legacy of Oliver White Hill, a pioneer in American civil rights law, on his 100th birthday.

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

 
Honors the life and legacy of Oliver White Hill, a pioneer in American civil rights law, on his 100th birthday.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4720-4721; text as passed Senate: CR S4721; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
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 S4720-4721; text as passed Senate: CR S4721; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate