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A resolution calling for continued support for and an increased effort by the Governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries to effectively monitor and regulate the manufacture, sale, transport, and use of ammonium nitrate fertilizer in order to prevent the transport of ammonium nitrate into Afghanistan where the ammonium nitrate is used in improvised explosive devices.

Bill: 111-sres-570
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2010-06-28 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Arms control and nonproliferation
Asia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Firearms and explosives
Pakistan
Trade restrictions

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: 
Urges the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries to commit to regulating the sale, transport, and use of ammonium nitrate in the region.
 
 Calls on the Secretary of State to: (1) address with the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries the proliferation and transportation of ammonium nitrate and other improvised explosive device (IED) precursors in the region; and (2) work with the World Customs Organization and other international bodies on initiatives to improve global controls on IED components.
 
 Urges the Secretary to work with the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries to support improvements in infrastructure and procedures at border crossings to prevent the flow of ammonium nitrate and other IED precursors or components into the region.

action_date: 2010-06-28
text: 

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

 
Urges the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries to commit to regulating the sale, transport, and use of ammonium nitrate in the region.
 
Calls on the Secretary of State to: (1) address with the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries the proliferation and transportation of ammonium nitrate and other improvised explosive device (IED) precursors in the region; and (2) work with the World Customs Organization and other international bodies on initiatives to improve global controls on IED components.
 
Urges the Secretary to work with the governments of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and other Central Asian countries to support improvements in infrastructure and procedures at border crossings to prevent the flow of ammonium nitrate and other IED precursors or components into the region.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5497; text as passed Senate: CR S5497; text of measure as introduced: CR S5493)
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5497; text as passed Senate: CR S5497; text of measure as introduced: CR S5493)
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, a Senator from the State of West Virginia.

Bill: 111-sres-572
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2010-06-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Senate
West Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, late a Senator from West Virginia.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on June 28, 2010, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator.
 

action_date: 2010-06-28
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 Robert C. Byrd, late a Senator from West Virginia.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on June 28, 2010, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5499-5501; text as passed Senate: CR S5501; text of measure as introduced: CR S5494)
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5499-5501; text as passed Senate: CR S5501; text of measure as introduced: CR S5494)
action_date: 2010-06-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the memorial observances of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, late a Senator from the State of West Virginia.

Bill: 111-sres-574
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2010-06-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional leadership
Congressional tributes
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Photography and imaging
Senate
U.S. Capitol
West Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-29
text: 
Extends invitations to the President of the United States, the Vice President of the United States, and the members of the Cabinet, the Chief Justice and Associate Justices of the Supreme Court of the United States, the Diplomatic Corps (through the Secretary of State), the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations of the Navy, the Major General Commandant of the Marine Corps, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Coast Guard to attend the memorial observances in the Senate Chamber of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, late a Senator from West Virginia.
 

action_date: 2010-06-29
text: 

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

 
Extends invitations to the President of the United States, the Vice President of the United States, and the members of the Cabinet, the Chief Justice and Associate Justices of the Supreme Court of the United States, the Diplomatic Corps (through the Secretary of State), the Chief of Staff of the Army, the Chief of Naval Operations of the Navy, the Major General Commandant of the Marine Corps, the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, and the Commandant of the Coast Guard to attend the memorial observances in the Senate Chamber of the Honorable Robert C. Byrd, late a Senator from West Virginia.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5630-5631; text as passed Senate: CR S5631; text of measure as introduced: CR S5545)
action_date: 2010-06-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5630-5631; text as passed Senate: CR S5631; text of measure as introduced: CR S5545)
action_date: 2010-06-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the University of South Carolina baseball team for winning the 2010 NCAA Division I Baseball National Championship.

Bill: 111-sres-575
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2010-06-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Higher education
School athletics
South Carolina

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 
Commends the University of South Carolina Gamecocks for winning the 2010 NCAA College World Series. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5702-5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for designation of June 30, 2010, as "National ESIGN Day 2010".

Bill: 111-sres-576
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Introduced: 2010-06-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Business records
Commemorative events and holidays
Computers and information technology

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 
Supports the designation of a National ESIGN Day 2010.
 
Recognizes the contribution made by Congress in the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (ESIGN) to the adoption of modern solutions that keep the United States on the leading technological edge.
 
Reaffirms the commitment of the Senate to facilitating interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly digital world.
 

action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 

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

 
Supports the designation of a National ESIGN Day 2010.
 
Recognizes the contribution made by Congress in the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (ESIGN) to the adoption of modern solutions that keep the United States on the leading technological edge.
 
Reaffirms the commitment of the Senate to facilitating interstate and foreign commerce in an increasingly digital world.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
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 S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the remarkable life of patriotism, conviction, and compassion led by Chaplain Henry Vinton Plummer.

Bill: 111-sres-577
Sponsor: Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2010-06-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 
Celebrates the life and patriotism of Chaplain Henry Vinton Plummer, a man born into slavery who became the first African-American chaplain in the U.S. Army.
 
Expresses admiration for his perseverance and resolve in the face of racial oppression in the military history of the United States.
 
Congratulates Chaplain Plummer's extended family for their work to commemorate his life of devotion to helping others while overcoming tremendous adversity.

action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 

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

 
Celebrates the life and patriotism of Chaplain Henry Vinton Plummer, a man born into slavery who became the first African-American chaplain in the U.S. Army.
 
Expresses admiration for his perseverance and resolve in the face of racial oppression in the military history of the United States.
 
Congratulates Chaplain Plummer's extended family for their work to commemorate his life of devotion to helping others while overcoming tremendous adversity.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
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 S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5703)
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating June 2010 as "Summer Food Service Program Awareness Month".

Bill: 111-sres-578
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2010-06-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Education of the disadvantaged
Elementary and secondary education
Food assistance and relief
Poverty and welfare assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 
Designates June 2010 as Summer Food Service Program Awareness Month.
 
 Encourages: (1) schools, nonprofit institutions, churches, parks, recreation centers, and summer camps to sponsor summer feeding sites in their communities; and (2) schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, and state governments to raise awareness of the availability of summer feeding sites and support efforts to increase participation of children who might otherwise go without meals.

action_date: 2010-06-30
text: 

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

 
Designates June 2010 as Summer Food Service Program Awareness Month.
 
 Encourages: (1) schools, nonprofit institutions, churches, parks, recreation centers, and summer camps to sponsor summer feeding sites in their communities; and (2) schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, and state governments to raise awareness of the availability of summer feeding sites and support efforts to increase participation of children who might otherwise go without meals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5704)
action_date: 2010-06-30
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 S5716-5717; text as passed Senate: CR S5717; text of measure as introduced: CR S5704)
action_date: 2010-06-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life of Manute Bol and expressing the condolences of the Senate on his passing.

Bill: 111-sres-579
Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS]
Introduced: 2010-07-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Africa
Athletes
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Human rights
Sudan

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: 
Expresses profound sorrow at the death of Manute Bol and gratitude for Bol's passion and determination in raising awareness of human rights abuses and his dedication to bringing peace to Sudan. 
 
Encourages the NCAA and the NBA to pursue exhibition games with a Sudanese basketball team to increase awareness of the political and humanitarian situation in Sudan, with the proceeds donated toward the construction of reconciliation schools in Sudan.

action_date: 2010-08-05
text: 

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

Expresses profound sorrow at the death of Manute Bol and gratitude for Bol's passion and determination in raising awareness of human rights abuses and his dedication to bringing peace to Sudan. 

Encourages the NCAA and the NBA to pursue exhibition games with a Sudanese basketball team to increase awareness of the political and humanitarian situation in Sudan, with the proceeds donated toward the construction of reconciliation schools in Sudan.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-08-05
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6980-6981)
action_date: 2010-08-05
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6980-6981)
action_date: 2010-08-05
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6980-6981)
action_date: 2010-08-05
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6980-6981)
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5792-5793)
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the life and work of George M. Steinbrenner of the State of New York.

Bill: 111-sres-580
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2010-07-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Florida
New York State
Professional sports
Sports and recreation facilities

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: 
Commemorates the life and work of George M. Steinbrenner and recognizes his contributions to the state of New York, the state of Florida, Major League Baseball, and the New York Yankees.

action_date: 2010-07-13
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the life and work of George M. Steinbrenner and recognizes his contributions to the state of New York, the state of Florida, Major League Baseball, and the New York Yankees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5796; text as passed Senate: CR S5796; text of measure as introduced: CR S5793)
action_date: 2010-07-13
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 S5796; text as passed Senate: CR S5796; text of measure as introduced: CR S5793)
action_date: 2010-07-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the educational and scientific significance of Dr. Jane Goodall on the 50th anniversary of the beginning of her work in what is today Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania.

Bill: 111-sres-581
Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Africa
Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Tanzania
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: 
Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the beginning of Dr. Jane Goodall's work in what is now Tanzania as significant in scientific history.
 
Recognizes the significant role that Dr. Goodall's work and scientific study have had on our knowledge and understanding of both the natural and human worlds.
 
Recognizes the positive role that Dr. Goodall's work and research have had in education, science, and conservation alike.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5858)
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5858-5859)
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the economic and environmental impacts of the British Petroleum oil spill on the people of the Gulf Coast and their way of life and urging British Petroleum to give all due consideration to offers of assistance, products, or services from the States directly impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Bill: 111-sres-582
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2010-07-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Accidents
Alabama
Economic performance and conditions
Florida
Gulf of Mexico
Louisiana
Marine and coastal resources, fisheries
Marine pollution
Mississippi
Oil and gas
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: 
Recognizes the impact of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on the way of life, economy, and natural resources of the Gulf Coast states.
 
Supports the continued public and private efforts to stop the oil spill, mitigate further damage to the Gulf Coast, and clean up this environmental disaster.
 
Urges British Petroleum (BP) to give all due consideration to individuals, businesses, and organizations of the states directly impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill where practicable, as BP considers services or products related to ongoing efforts in the Gulf of Mexico associated with this oil spill.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5859)
action_date: 2010-07-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for designation of 2011 as "World Veterinary Year" to bring attention to and show appreciation for the veterinary profession on its 250th anniversary.

Bill: 111-sres-583
Sponsor: Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Animal protection and human-animal relationships
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Health personnel
Veterinary medicine and animal diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of 2011 as World Veterinary Year; and (2) the goals and ideals of such Year. 

action_date: 2010-09-23
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of 2011 as World Veterinary Year; and (2) such Year's goals and ideals of bringing attention to and expressing appreciation for the veterinary profession's contributions to animal health, public health, animal welfare, and food safety.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-09-23
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7426)
action_date: 2010-09-23
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7426)
action_date: 2010-09-23
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S7426)
action_date: 2010-09-23
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2010-09-23
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5972)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games.

Bill: 111-sres-584
Sponsor: Sen. Johanns, Mike [R-NE]
Introduced: 2010-07-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Law enforcement officers
Nebraska
Olympic games

Summary:
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: 
Applauds the participants and coaches of the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games, the volunteers and law enforcement officers who support the Games, and the people who contributed to the Games.

action_date: 2010-07-20
text: 

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

Applauds the participants and coaches of the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games, the volunteers and law enforcement officers who support the Games, and the people who contributed to the Games.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6037)
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6037)
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6036-6037)
action_date: 2010-07-20
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6036-6037)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5973)
action_date: 2010-07-15
text: Introduced in Senate