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A resolution expressing sympathy to the families of those killed in the sinking of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan, and solidarity with the Republic of Korea in the aftermath of this tragic incident.

Bill: 111-sres-525
Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT]
Introduced: 2010-05-13 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Asia
Congressional tributes
Government studies and investigations
International organizations and cooperation
Military personnel and dependents
South Korea
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-13
text: 
Expresses condolences to the families and loved ones of the sailors of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan who were killed in action on March 26, 2010.
 
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to the alliance between the Republic of Korea and the United States and to the Republic of Korea's security.
 
Urges: (1) the full cooperation of the U.S. government and the international community in aiding the government of the Republic of Korea as it investigates the sinking of the Cheonan; and (2) the international community to implement all U.N. Security Council Resolutions pertaining to security on the Korean Peninsula, including Security Council Resolutions 1695, 1718, and 1874.

action_date: 2010-05-13
text: 

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

 
Expresses condolences to the families and loved ones of the sailors of the Republic of Korea Ship Cheonan who were killed in action on March 26, 2010.
 
Reaffirms the Senate's commitment to the alliance between the Republic of Korea and the United States and to the Republic of Korea's security.
 
Urges: (1) the full cooperation of the U.S. government and the international community in aiding the government of the Republic of Korea as it investigates the sinking of the Cheonan; and (2) the international community to implement all U.N. Security Council Resolutions pertaining to security on the Korean Peninsula, including Security Council Resolutions 1695, 1718, and 1874.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3766; text as passed Senate: CR S3766; text of measure as introduced: CR S3721)
action_date: 2010-05-13
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 S3766; text as passed Senate: CR S3766; text of measure as introduced: CR S3721)
action_date: 2010-05-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating May 16 through May 22, 2010, as "National Search and Rescue Week".

Bill: 111-sres-526
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Disaster relief and insurance
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Designates May 16-22, 2010, as National Search and Rescue Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3790-3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3790-3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the designation of an appropriate date as "National Childhood Stroke Awareness Day".

Bill: 111-sres-527
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Expresses support for the designation of an appropriate date as National Childhood Stroke Awareness Day. 
 
Urges support for the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of childhood stroke.

action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 

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

Expresses support for the designation of an appropriate date as National Childhood Stroke Awareness Day. 

Urges support for the efforts, programs, services, and advocacy of organizations that work to enhance public awareness of childhood stroke.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating May 15, 2010, as "National MPS Awareness Day".

Bill: 111-sres-528
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Hereditary and development disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Designates May 15, 2010, as National MPS Awareness Day (mucopolysaccharidosis) and expresses support for the goals and ideals of such Day.

action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 

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

Designates May 15, 2010, as National MPS Awareness Day (mucopolysaccharidosis) and expresses support for the goals and ideals of such Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785-3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791; text of measure as introduced: CR S3785-3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating the life and achievements of Lena Mary Calhoun Horne and honoring her for her triumphs against racial discrimination and her steadfast commitment to the civil rights of all people.

Bill: 111-sres-529
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Music
Performing arts
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Celebrates the life and achievements of Lena Mary Calhoun Horne and honors her for her triumphs against racial discrimination and her steadfast commitment to the civil rights of all people.

action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 

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

Celebrates the life and achievements of Lena Mary Calhoun Horne and honors her for her triumphs against racial discrimination and her steadfast commitment to the civil rights of all people.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791-3792; text of measure as introduced: CR S3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3791-3792; text of measure as introduced: CR S3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "National Women's Health Week 2010", and for other purposes.

Bill: 111-sres-530
Sponsor: Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health information and medical records
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Women's Health Week 2010, which begins on May 9, 2010.

Recognizes the importance of: (1) preventing diseases that commonly affect women; and (2) federally funded programs that provide research and collect data on common diseases in women. 

Calls on women to observe National Women's Check-Up Day by receiving preventive screenings.

action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 

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

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Women's Health Week 2010, which begins on May 9, 2010.

Recognizes the importance of: (1) preventing diseases that commonly affect women; and (2) federally funded programs that provide research and collect data on common diseases in women. 

Calls on women to observe National Women's Check-Up Day by receiving preventive screenings.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3792; text of measure as introduced: CR S3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3790-3792; text as passed Senate: CR S3792; text of measure as introduced: CR S3786)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Hepatitis Awareness Month and World Hepatitis Day.

Bill: 111-sres-531
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Introduced: 2010-05-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Blood and blood diseases
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of World Hepatitis Day and National Hepatitis Awareness Month.

Promotes raising awareness of the risks and consequences of undiagnosed chronic hepatitis B or hepatitis C infections.

Urges a robust governmental and public health response to protect the health of those who suffer from chronic viral hepatitis.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3786-3787)
action_date: 2010-05-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing Expo 2010 Shanghai China and the USA Pavilion at the Expo.

Bill: 111-sres-532
Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2010-05-17 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
China
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Congressional tributes
Cultural exchanges and relations
Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
U.S. and foreign investments

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: 
Congratulates the people of China for hosting Expo 2010. 
 
 Expresses the sense of the Senate that Expo 2010 constitutes an important step along the path of reform and opening up in China. 
 
 Calls on the sponsors and operators of the USA Pavilion to make maximum use of this opportunity to showcase the very best attributes that the United States has to offer and to strengthen the cultural, scientific, educational, people-to-people, trade, and investment links between the people of the United States and the people of China.

action_date: 2010-05-25
text: 

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

 
Congratulates the people of China for hosting Expo 2010. 
 
 Expresses the sense of the Senate that Expo 2010 constitutes an important step along the path of reform and opening up in China. 
 
 Calls on the sponsors and operators of the USA Pavilion to make maximum use of this opportunity to showcase the very best attributes that the United States has to offer and to strengthen the cultural, scientific, educational, people-to-people, trade, and investment links between the people of the United States and the people of China.
 
Acknowledges the more than 60 private-sector and other sponsor partners of the USA Pavilion for their contributions to the project and for providing a positive example of public-private partnerships.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-25
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 409.
action_date: 2010-05-25
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Kerry without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2010-05-25
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Kerry without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2010-05-25
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3833)
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

Bill: 111-sres-533
Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA]
Introduced: 2010-05-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Poverty and welfare assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: 
Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system.
 
Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
 
Supports the designation of a National Foster Care Month.

action_date: 2010-05-17
text: 

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

 
Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system.
 
Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
 
Supports the designation of a National Foster Care Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3846-3847; text as passed Senate: CR S3846-3847; text of measure as introduced: CR S3834)
action_date: 2010-05-17
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 S3846-3847; text as passed Senate: CR S3846-3847; text of measure as introduced: CR S3834)
action_date: 2010-05-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for designation of May 1, 2010, as "Silver Star Service Banner Day".

Bill: 111-sres-534
Sponsor: Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO]
Introduced: 2010-05-19 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Military personnel and dependents
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: 
Designates May 1, 2010, as Silver Star Service Banner Day.

action_date: 2010-05-19
text: 

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

 
Designates May 1, 2010, as Silver Star Service Banner Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985)
action_date: 2010-05-19
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 S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985)
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon Hinojosa, for his service to the people of Mexico, and welcoming the President to the United States.

Bill: 111-sres-535
Sponsor: Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT]
Introduced: 2010-05-19 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Latin America
Mexico

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: 
States that the Senate: (1) welcomes the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon Hinojosa; (2) believes that together the governments of Mexico and the United States can bring immense benefits to their people and make enormous contributions to addressing the global challenges of the 21st century; (3) looks forward to the continuing progress in relations between the governments and people of Mexico and the United States; and (4) appreciates the social, economic, and cultural contributions of the Mexican community in the United States and desires closer relations between the people of the United States and the people of Mexico.

action_date: 2010-05-19
text: 

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

 
States that the Senate: (1) welcomes the President of Mexico, Felipe Calderon Hinojosa; (2) believes that together the governments of Mexico and the United States can bring immense benefits to their people and make enormous contributions to addressing the global challenges of the 21st century; (3) looks forward to the continuing progress in relations between the governments and people of Mexico and the United States; and (4) appreciates the social, economic, and cultural contributions of the Mexican community in the United States and desires closer relations between the people of the United States and the people of Mexico.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985-3986)
action_date: 2010-05-19
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 S4024; text as passed Senate: CR S4024; text of measure as introduced: CR S3985-3986)
action_date: 2010-05-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating June 1, 2010, as "Declaration of Conscience Day" in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the landmark "Declaration of Conscience" speech delivered by Senator Margaret Chase Smith on the floor of the United States Senate.

Bill: 111-sres-536
Sponsor: Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2010-05-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Maine
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: 
Designates June 1, 2010, as Declaration of Conscience Day. Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the landmark "Declaration of Conscience" speech delivered by Senator Margaret Chase Smith. Pays tribute to the Senator's integrity and courage.

action_date: 2010-05-20
text: 

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

 
Designates June 1, 2010, as Declaration of Conscience Day. Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the landmark "Declaration of Conscience" speech delivered by Senator Margaret Chase Smith. Pays tribute to the Senator's integrity and courage.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4104-4106; text as passed Senate: CR S4106; text of measure as introduced: CR S4092)
action_date: 2010-05-20
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 S4104-4106; text as passed Senate: CR S4106; text of measure as introduced: CR S4092)
action_date: 2010-05-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating May 2010 as "National Brain Tumor Awareness Month".

Bill: 111-sres-537
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2010-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health care quality
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Neurological disorders
Public-private cooperation

Summary:
action_date: 2010-05-24
text: 
Designates May 2010 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. 
 
Expresses support for: (1) efforts to develop better treatments to improve the quality of life and the long-term prognosis of individuals diagnosed with a brain tumor; and (2) individuals who are battling brain tumors, as well as their families, friends, and caregivers.
 
Encourages increased awareness of brain tumors to honor individuals who are living with or who have lost their lives to brain tumors.
 
Urges a collaborative public-private approach to brain tumor research.

action_date: 2010-05-26
text: 

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

 
Designates May 2010 as National Brain Tumor Awareness Month. 
 
Expresses support for: (1) efforts to develop better treatments to improve the quality of life and the long-term prognosis of individuals diagnosed with a brain tumor; and (2) individuals who are battling brain tumors, as well as their families, friends, and caregivers.
 
Encourages increased awareness of brain tumors to honor individuals who are living with or who have lost their lives to brain tumors.
 
Urges a collaborative public-private approach to brain tumor research.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2010-05-26
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S4470)
action_date: 2010-05-26
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S4470)
action_date: 2010-05-26
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4470)
action_date: 2010-05-26
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4470)
action_date: 2010-05-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4147)
action_date: 2010-05-24
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4147)
action_date: 2010-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate