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A resolution calling for greater dialogue between the Dalai Lama and the Government of China regarding rights for the people of Tibet, and for other purposes.

Bill: 110-sres-643
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Buddhism
China
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Clergy
Constitutions
Detention of persons
Diplomacy
Dissenters
East Asia
Freedom of association
Freedom of speech
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
Negotiations
Nonviolence
President and foreign policy
Public demonstrations
Religion
Religious liberty
Tibet

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Urges the Dalai Lama or his representatives and the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to begin negotiations for a solution that addresses the legitimate grievances of, and provides genuine autonomy for, the Tibetan people.
 
 Affirms that the human rights of Tibetans and their right to practice religion free of government regulation is not an internal matter of any one country.
 
 Calls on the U.S. government to press the PRC to: (1) respect freedom of speech and freedom of association and to release those who have committed no crime other than peaceful protest; and (2) allow Tibetans to practice their religion freely.

action_date: 2008-09-17
text: 

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

 
Urges the Dalai Lama or his representatives and the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to begin negotiations for a solution that addresses the legitimate grievances of, and provides genuine autonomy for, the Tibetan people.
 
 Affirms that the human rights of Tibetans and their right to practice religion free of government regulation is not an internal matter of any one country.
 
 Calls on the U.S. government to press the PRC to: (1) respect freedom of speech and freedom of association and to release those who have committed no crime other than peaceful protest; and (2) allow Tibetans to practice their religion freely.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8960-8961)
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8960-8961)
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8960-8961)
action_date: 2008-09-17
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8960-8961)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8048)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR  S8048)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2008 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities benefitting children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing efforts made by these charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as a positive investment in the future of the United States.

Bill: 110-sres-644
Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Charities
Congressional tributes
Families
Social Welfare
Special months
Youth services

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Designates September 2008 as National Child Awareness Month.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Designates September 2008 as National Child Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9180)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9180)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8048-8049)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life of Anne Legendre Armstrong.

Bill: 110-sres-645
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Diplomats
Government Operations and Politics
International Affairs
Republican Party

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Honors the life of Anne Legendre Armstrong (first female co-chair of the Republican National Committee and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom).

action_date: 2008-09-10
text: 

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

Honors the life of Anne Legendre Armstrong (first female co-chair of the Republican National Committee and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8326)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8326)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8326)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8326)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8049)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month.

Bill: 110-sres-646
Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Families
Runaway children
Special months
Youth services

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Recognizes and supports the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month. 

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Recognizes and supports the goals and ideals of National Runaway Prevention Month. 
 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9180-9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9180-9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8049)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 9, 2008, as "National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day".

Bill: 110-sres-647
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Alcohol and women
Drug abuse
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Health
Pregnant women
Special days
Women

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Designates September 9, 2008, as National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day. 

action_date: 2008-09-08
text: 

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

Designates September 9, 2008, as National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day. Calls on Americans to observe a moment of reflection on the ninth hour of that day to remember that during the nine months of pregnancy a woman should not consume alcohol.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8141)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8141)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8049-8050)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the crossing of the North Pole by the USS Nautilus (SSN 571) and its significance in the history of both our Nation and the world.

Bill: 110-sres-648
Sponsor: Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Arctic Ocean
Arctic and polar regions
Armed Forces and National Security
Cold War
Congressional tributes
History
Military history
Military personnel
Officer personnel
Submarines

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Recognizes the historic significance of the journey to, and successful crossing of, the North Pole by the USS Nautilus.
 
Commends its officers and crew on the 50th anniversary of such achievement.
 
Recognizes the Nautilus's journey as not only a military and scientific accomplishment, but also in confirming America's long-standing interest in that vital region.
 
Commends the role of the Nautilus and the U.S. submarine force in protecting the interests of the free world during the Cold War.
 
Supports the continuing role of the U.S. submarine force in defending our country in the 21st century.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the historic significance of the journey to, and successful crossing of, the North Pole by the USS Nautilus.
 
Commends its officers and crew on the 50th anniversary of such achievement.
 
Recognizes the Nautilus's journey as not only a military and scientific accomplishment, but also in confirming America's long-standing interest in that vital region.
 
Commends the role of the Nautilus and the U.S. submarine force in protecting the interests of the free world during the Cold War.
 
Supports the continuing role of the U.S. submarine force in defending our country in the 21st century.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9181-9182)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9181-9182)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8050)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 18, 2008, as "National Attention Deficit Disorder Awareness Day".

Bill: 110-sres-649
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Access to health care
Attention deficit disorders
Child health
Disabled
Families
Health
Health education
Mental health services
Public health
Quality of care
Quality of life
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Designates September 18, 2008, as National Attention Deficit Disorder Awareness Day.

Recognizes Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as a major public health concern. Encourages Americans to find out more about ADHD, support ADHD mental health services, and seek treatment and support. Expresses the sense of the Senate that the government has a responsibility to: (1) raise awareness about ADHD; and (2) consider ways to improve mental health services for children and adults with ADHD.

action_date: 2008-09-08
text: 

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

Designates September 18, 2008, as National Attention Deficit Disorder Awareness Day.

Recognizes Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as a major public health concern. Encourages Americans to find out more about ADHD, support ADHD mental health services, and seek treatment and support. Expresses the sense of the Senate that the government has a responsibility to: (1) raise awareness about ADHD; and (2) consider ways to improve mental health services for children and adults with ADHD.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-09-08
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8141-8142)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8050)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the importance of National Neighbor Day, National Good Neighbor Day, and National Neighborhood Day.

Bill: 110-sres-650
Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Citizenship
Ethics
Government Operations and Politics
Special days

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Calls upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to celebrate the goals of National Neighbor Day, National Good Neighbor Day, and National Neighborhood Day in 2008.
 

action_date: 2008-09-18
text: 

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

Calls upon the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to celebrate the goals of National Neighbor Day, National Good Neighbor Day, and National Neighborhood Day in 2008.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-18
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9165)
action_date: 2008-09-18
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9165)
action_date: 2008-09-18
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9164-9165)
action_date: 2008-09-18
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9164-9165)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8050)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on the 50th anniversary of its establishment.

Bill: 110-sres-651
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2008-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Aeronautics
Anniversaries
Congressional tributes
Earth sciences
Federal employees
Government Operations and Politics
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Science, Technology, Communications
Scientists in government
Space activities
Space exploration
Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: 
Honors the men and women of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary.

Acknowledges the value of NASA's discoveries and accomplishments.

Pledges to maintain America's position as the world leader in earth and space science, aeronautics, and space exploration and technology.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

Honors the men and women of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on the occasion of its 50th Anniversary.

Acknowledges the value of NASA's discoveries and accomplishments. 

Pledges to maintain America's position as the world leader in earth and space science, aeronautics, and space exploration and technology.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8051)
action_date: 2008-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning September 8, 2008, as "National Assisted Living Week".

Bill: 110-sres-652
Sponsor: Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Introduced: 2008-09-09 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Disabled
Health
Health facilities
Long-term care
Social Welfare
Special weeks

Summary:
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: 
Designates the week beginning September 8, 2008, as National Assisted Living Week.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Designates the week beginning September 8, 2008, as National Assisted Living Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9181)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8186)
action_date: 2008-09-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating the outstanding athletic accomplishments of The Ohio State University football team for achieving its 800th all-time victory.

Bill: 110-sres-653
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2008-09-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: College sports
Congressional tributes
Education
Football
Higher education
Ohio
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: 
Congratulates the Ohio State University football team for achieving 800 victories in its 119 year history. Recognizes that university's athletic program for its accomplishments in both sports and academics.

action_date: 2008-09-22
text: 

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

 
Congratulates the Ohio State University football team for achieving 800 victories in its 119 year history. Recognizes that university's athletic program for its accomplishments in both sports and academics.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9180)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9180)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9179-9185)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8279)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life and recognizing the accomplishments of the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones, Member of the House of Representatives for the 11th Congressional District of Ohio.

Bill: 110-sres-654
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2008-09-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Congress
Congressional tributes
House of Representatives
Members of Congress
Ohio

Summary:
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: 
Declares that the Senate mourns the loss of the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones.
 
 Expresses its condolences to her family and friends and to the people of the 11th Congressional District of Ohio.
 
Honors her life as a highly esteemed and accomplished Member of Congress, dedicated community leader, and tireless advocate for those in need.

action_date: 2008-09-10
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate mourns the loss of the Honorable Stephanie Tubbs Jones.
 
 Expresses its condolences to her family and friends and to the people of the 11th Congressional District of Ohio.
 
Honors her life as a highly esteemed and accomplished Member of Congress, dedicated community leader, and tireless advocate for those in need.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8326; text as passed Senate: CR S8326; text of measure as introduced: CR S8279-8280)
action_date: 2008-09-10
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 S8326; text as passed Senate: CR S8326; text of measure as introduced: CR S8279-8280)
action_date: 2008-09-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to improve congressional oversight of the intelligence activities of the United States.

Bill: 110-sres-655
Sponsor: Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO]
Introduced: 2008-09-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Congressional committees (Senate)
Congressional reorganization
Senate Appropriations

Summary:
action_date: 2008-09-11
text: 
Replaces provisions establishing in the Senate Appropriations Committee a Subcommittee on Intelligence with new provisions that: (1) give the Subcommittee exclusive jurisdiction over all funding for the National Intelligence Program (NIP); (2) direct the Subcommittee to approve for full Committee consideration an annual appropriations bill for the NIP; and (3) provide Subcommittee membership and staff.
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2008-09-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8416-8417)
action_date: 2008-09-11
text: Introduced in Senate