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A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that no funds should be cut off or reduced for American Troops in the field which would result in undermining their safety or their ability to complete their assigned mission.

Bill: 110-sconres-20
Sponsor: Sen. Gregg, Judd [R-NH]
Introduced: 2007-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Armed forces abroad
Congress
Congress and military policy
Defense budgets
Economics and Public Finance
Government spending reductions
Iraq
Iraq compilation
Middle East and North Africa
Military operations
South Asia

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress should not take any action that will endanger U.S. military forces in the field, including the elimination or reduction of funds for troops in the field, as such action would undermine their safety or harm their effectiveness in pursuing assigned missions.

action_date: 2007-03-15
text: 

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

 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress should not take any action that will endanger U.S. military forces in the field, including the elimination or reduction of funds for troops in the field, as such action would undermine their safety or harm their effectiveness in pursuing assigned missions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-16
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2007-03-16
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 82 - 16. Record Vote Number: 77. (text: CR S3188)
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 82 - 16. Record Vote Number: 77.(text: CR S3188)
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S3188)
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Submitted in the Senate. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3226-3227)
action_date: 2007-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that a commemorative postage stamp be issued to promote public awareness of Down syndrome.

Bill: 110-sconres-22
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2007-03-21 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorations
Down's syndrome
Health
Postage stamps

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: 
Calls for the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend, and the United States Postal Service to issue, a commemorative postage stamp to promote public awareness of Down syndrome.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-06-06
text: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3534)
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3534)
action_date: 2007-03-21
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that provisions that provoke veto threats from the President should not be included on bills that appropriate funds for the implementation of recommendations of the Base Closure and Realignment Commission.

Bill: 110-sconres-23
Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS]
Introduced: 2007-03-22 in the Senate
Policy area: Economics and Public Finance
Subjects: Appropriations
Armed Forces and National Security
Congress
Government Operations and Politics
Legislation
Military base closures
Veto

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress should not include provisions that provoke veto threats from the President in bills that appropriate funds for the implementation of recommendations of the Base Closure and Realignment Commission. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3631)
action_date: 2007-03-22
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Capitol grounds for the Live Earth Concert.

Bill: 110-sconres-24
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2007-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Capitol (Washington, D.C.)
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Environmental Protection
Environmental protection groups
Music
Police
Security measures

Summary:
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: 
Permits the Live Earth organization and the Alliance for Climate Protection to sponsor the Live Earth Concert as a free public event on the Capitol grounds on July 7, 2007.
 
Requires the sponsors to enter into an agreement with the Architect of the Capitol and the Capitol Police Board under which the sponsors agree to: (1) reimburse the U.S. Capitol Police for all costs incurred (including additional personnel costs and overtime) in meeting the security related needs at the event; and (2) comply with the requirements of this Act.
 
Revokes the authority to hold the event on the Capitol grounds if the sponsors fail, or are unable, to enter into such agreement within 14 days before the scheduled date of the event.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3718)
action_date: 2007-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Military Order of the Purple Heart and commending recipients of the Purple Heart for their courageous demonstrations of gallantry and heroism on behalf of the United States.

Bill: 110-sconres-26
Sponsor: Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY]
Introduced: 2007-04-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Armed Forces and National Security
Congressional tributes
Military medals, decorations, etc.
Veterans' organizations
War casualties

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: 
Congratulates the Military Order of the Purple Heart on its 75th anniversary as a national organization whose goals are to preserve and sustain the honor of the Armed Forces.
 
Commends all Purple Heart recipients for their gallantry and heroism on behalf of the United States.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to learn about the Purple Heart and the honor, courage, and bravery it symbolizes.

action_date: 2007-07-31
text: 

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

 
Congratulates the Military Order of the Purple Heart on its 75th anniversary as a national organization whose goals are to preserve and sustain the honor of the Armed Forces.
 
Commends all Purple Heart recipients for their gallantry and heroism on behalf of the United States.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to learn about the Purple Heart and the honor, courage, and bravery it symbolizes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-08-01
text: Held at the desk.
action_date: 2007-08-01
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-08-01
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2007-07-31
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text as passed Senate: CR S10529)
action_date: 2007-07-31
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text as passed Senate: CR S10529)
action_date: 2007-07-31
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10529)
action_date: 2007-07-31
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S10529)
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced:  CR S4452)
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "National Purple Heart Recognition Day".

Bill: 110-sconres-27
Sponsor: Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY]
Introduced: 2007-04-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Armed Forces and National Security
Military medals, decorations, etc.
Special days
War casualties

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.

action_date: 2007-07-16
text: 

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

 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
 
Encourages all people of the United States to learn about the history of the Purple Heart and to honor its recipients.

action_date: 2007-07-30
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
 
Encourages all people of the United States to learn about the history of the Purple Heart and to honor its recipients.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-08-14
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2007-07-31
text: Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 7/31/2007 H8925-8926)
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 7/31/2007 H8925-8926)
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 27.
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR 7/31/2007 H8925-8927)
action_date: 2007-07-30
text: Ms. Bordallo moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
action_date: 2007-07-17
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2007-07-17
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-07-17
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2007-07-16
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9291-9292)
action_date: 2007-07-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S9291-9292)
action_date: 2007-07-16
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S9291-9292)
action_date: 2007-07-16
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2007-07-16
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced:  CR S4453)
action_date: 2007-04-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution congratulating the City of Chicago for being chosen to represent the United States in the international competition to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games, and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago as the site of the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Bill: 110-sconres-28
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2007-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Commemorations
Congressional tributes
Disabled
Illinois
Olympic games
Urban affairs
Urban areas

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 
 Congratulates Chicago on securing the bid to represent the United States in the international competition to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Encourages the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago as the site of such Games.

action_date: 2007-04-18
text: 

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

Congratulates Chicago on securing the bid to represent the United States in the international competition to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Encourages the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago as the site of such Games.

action_date: 2007-05-10
text: 

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

 
Congratulates Chicago on securing the bid to represent the United States in the international competition to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Encourages the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago as the site of such Games.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H4766)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H4766)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Mr. Sires asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H4766)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged.
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged.
action_date: 2007-04-19
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2007-04-19
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-04-19
text: Received in the House.
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 S4721; text as passed Senate: CR S4721; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701-4702)
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 S4721; text as passed Senate: CR S4721; text of measure as introduced: CR S4701-4702)
action_date: 2007-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution encouraging the recognition of the Negro Baseball Leagues and their players on May 20th of each year.

Bill: 110-sconres-29
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2007-04-26 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Athletes
Baseball
Blacks
Congressional tributes
Minorities
Special days
Sports and Recreation

Summary:
action_date: 2007-04-26
text: 
Recognizes the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to both baseball and our nation.

Encourages the observation of Negro Leaguers Recognition Day on May 20 of each year.

action_date: 2007-05-10
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to both baseball and our nation.
 
Encourages the observation of Negro Leaguers Recognition Day on May 20 of each year.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-14
text: Held at the desk.
action_date: 2007-05-14
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2007-05-11
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6000-6001)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6000-6001)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6000-6001)
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2007-05-10
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2007-04-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5223)
action_date: 2007-04-26
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5223)
action_date: 2007-04-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution urging all sides to the current political crisis in Ukraine to act responsibly and use dialogue to resolve the crisis and ensure a free and transparent democratic system in Ukraine based on the rule of law.

Bill: 110-sconres-30
Sponsor: Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]
Introduced: 2007-05-02 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commerce
Democracy
Europe
Free enterprise
Government Operations and Politics
Human rights
Law
Rule of law
Sovereignty
Ukraine

Summary:
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: 
Welcomes the strong relationship formed between the United States and Ukraine since the restoration of Ukraine's independence in 1991.
 
Urges all sides to the current political crisis in Ukraine to act responsibly and use dialogue to resolve the crisis.
 
Expresses support for the efforts of the Ukrainian people to establish a full democracy, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.
 
Pledges continued assistance to the strengthening of a democratic system in Ukraine and to the continued development of a free market economy. 
 
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to Ukraine's independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and assumption of Ukraine's place as a full member of the international community of democracies.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5510)
action_date: 2007-05-02
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing support for advancing vital United States interests through increased engagement in health programs that alleviate disease and reduce premature death in developing nations, especially through programs that combat high levels of infectious disease improve children's and women's health, decrease malnutrition, reduce unintended pregnancies, fight the spread of HIV/AIDS, encourage healthy behaviors, and strengthen health care capacity.

Bill: 110-sconres-31
Sponsor: Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI]
Introduced: 2007-05-03 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: AIDS (Disease)
Developing countries
Health
Health facilities
Health information systems
Health surveys
Human immunodeficiency viruses
Malaria
Medical personnel
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: 
Recognizes that contributing to improving health in developing nations is in the vital interest of the United States as it helps protect the health of the American people, facilitates development among partner nations, and cultivates a positive U.S. image. 
 
Acknowledges the need to strengthen health care systems to meet essential health needs.
 
Supports U.S. investments in reducing the global burdens of HIV/AIDS and malaria through the President's Emergency Program for AIDS Relief and the President's Malaria Initiative.
 
Encourages the U.S. government to expand adoption and implementation of policies and programs that alleviate the greatest burden of disease in developing nations in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced:  CR S5604)
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens.

Bill: 110-sconres-32
Sponsor: Sen. Voinovich, George V. [R-OH]
Introduced: 2007-05-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Commemorations
Subjects: Anniversaries
Architecture
Arts, Culture, Religion
Congressional tributes
Gardening
Historic sites
History
Landscape architecture
Ohio

Summary:
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: 
Congratulates Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens on its 50th anniversary and honors it for its commitment to sharing its history, gardens, and art collections with the public. 

action_date: 2007-05-24
text: 

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

 
Congratulates Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens on its 50th anniversary and honors it for its commitment to sharing its history, gardens, and art collections with the public. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-06-05
text: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
action_date: 2007-06-05
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2007-05-25
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2007-05-24
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6923-6924)
action_date: 2007-05-24
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6923-6924)
action_date: 2007-05-24
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6923-6924)
action_date: 2007-05-24
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6923-6924)
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced:  CR S5605)
action_date: 2007-05-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution recognizing the benefits and importance of school-based music education.

Bill: 110-sconres-33
Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN]
Introduced: 2007-05-07 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Arts, Culture, Religion
Curricula
Elementary and secondary education
Elementary education
Higher education
Music
Secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that music education grounded in rigorous instruction is an important component of a well-rounded academic curriculum and should be available to every student in every school in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5661)
action_date: 2007-05-07
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Congress and the President should increase basic pay for members of the Armed Forces.

Bill: 110-sconres-34
Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2007-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Annuities
Labor and Employment
Military pay
Military pensions
Survivors' benefits
Veterans' pensions

Summary:
action_date: 2007-05-25
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Congress and the President should: (1) increase basic pay for members of all military components by 3.5%, effective January 1, 2008; and (2) provide a special survivor indemnity allowance for persons affected by required Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity offsets for dependency and indemnity compensation. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2007-05-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6963)
action_date: 2007-05-25
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6963)
action_date: 2007-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate