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A resolution recognizing the life and work of war correspondent Marie Colvin and other courageous journalists in war zones.

Bill: 112-sres-404
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Introduced: 2012-03-22 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Human rights
Middle East
News media and reporting
Photography and imaging
Syria

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: 
Extends the sympathy of the Senate to the families of Marie Colvin and other reporters who have died reporting from conflict zones and recognizes their bravery.
 
Calls on the government of Syria to halt the brutal attacks against the people of Syria and to respect their human rights.

action_date: 2012-03-22
text: 

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

 
Extends the sympathy of the Senate to the families of Marie Colvin and other reporters who have died reporting from conflict zones.
 
Recognizes the bravery of Ms. Colvin and other correspondents and photographers who have lost their lives while exposing the truth.
 
Calls on: (1) the world community to honor the memories of Ms. Colvin and other reporters, and (2) the government of Syria to halt the brutal attacks against the people of Syria and to respect their human rights.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2006-2007; text as passed Senate: CR S2007; text of measure as introduced: CR S2004)
action_date: 2012-03-22
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 S2006-2007; text as passed Senate: CR S2007; text of measure as introduced: CR S2004)
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.

Bill: 112-sres-405
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2012-03-22 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Legislative rules and procedure
Photography and imaging
Senate
U.S. Capitol

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: 
Suspends specified provisions of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the U.S. Capitol and Senate Office Buildings (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) to permit the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the U.S. Senate in actual session on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at 2:15 p.m.
 

action_date: 2012-03-22
text: 

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

 
Suspends specified provisions of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the U.S. Capitol and Senate Office Buildings (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) to permit the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the U.S. Senate in actual session on Tuesday, March 27, 2012, at 2:15 p.m.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2007; text as passed Senate: CR S2007; text of measure as introduced: CR S2004)
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2007; text as passed Senate: CR S2007; text of measure as introduced: CR S2004)
action_date: 2012-03-22
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the achievements and recognizing the importance of the Alliance to Save Energy on the 35th anniversary of the incorporation of the Alliance.

Bill: 112-sres-406
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Introduced: 2012-03-26 in the Senate
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Energy efficiency and conservation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-26
text: 
Congratulates the Alliance to Save Energy on the 35th anniversary of its incorporation.
 
Recognizes the important contributions the Alliance to Save Energy has made to further the cause of energy efficiency.

action_date: 2012-04-18
text: 

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

 
Congratulates the Alliance to Save Energy on the 35th anniversary of its incorporation.
 
Recognizes the important contributions the Alliance to Save Energy has made to further the cause of energy efficiency.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-04-18
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2517)
action_date: 2012-04-18
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S2517)
action_date: 2012-04-18
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2517)
action_date: 2012-04-18
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2517)
action_date: 2012-03-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2033-2034)
action_date: 2012-03-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that executives of the bankrupt firm MF Global should not be rewarded with bonuses while customer money is still missing.

Bill: 112-sres-407
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2012-03-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Bankruptcy
Financial services and investments
Government studies and investigations

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-27
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that, until the segregated account funds of its customers have been fully repaid and federal investigations have revealed both the cause of, and parties responsible for, the loss of millions of dollars of its customers' money, bonuses should not be paid to the executives and employees responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of MF Global.
 
 

action_date: 2012-03-27
text: 

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

 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that, until the segregated account funds of its customers have been fully repaid in full, and federal investigations have revealed both the cause of, and parties responsible for, the loss of millions of dollars of its customer money, bonuses should not be paid to the executives and employees responsible for the day-to-day management and operations of MF Global. 
 

 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2113; text as passed Senate: CR S2113; text of measure as introduced: CR S2092)
action_date: 2012-03-27
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 S2113; text as passed Senate: CR S2113; text of measure as introduced: CR S2092)
action_date: 2012-03-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day.

Bill: 112-sres-408
Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC]
Introduced: 2012-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Employment and training programs
Family relationships

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: 
Recognizes the goals of introducing our daughters and sons to the workplace.
 
Commends all the participants in Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work for their ongoing contributions to education, and for the vital role the participants play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the United States.

action_date: 2012-03-28
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the goals of introducing our daughters and sons to the workplace.
 
Commends all the participants in Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work for their ongoing contributions to education, and for the vital role the participants play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2184; text as passed Senate: CR S2184; text of measure as introduced: CR S2171)
action_date: 2012-03-28
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 S2184; text as passed Senate: CR S2184; text of measure as introduced: CR S2171)
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2012 as "Financial Literacy Month".

Bill: 112-sres-409
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2012-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Financial literacy

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: 
Designates April 2012 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.

action_date: 2012-03-28
text: 

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

 
Designates April 2012 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2184-2185; text as passed Senate: CR S2184-2185; text of measure as introduced: CR S2171-2172)
action_date: 2012-03-28
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 S2184-2185; text as passed Senate: CR S2184-2185; text of measure as introduced: CR S2171-2172)
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez.

Bill: 112-sres-410
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2012-03-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: California
Congressional tributes
Labor-management relations
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: 
Recognizes the accomplishments and example of Cesar Estrada Chavez, pledges to promote his legacy, and encourages the people of the United States to commemorate his legacy and to always remember his rallying cry, &quot;Si, se puede!&quot; (&quot;Si, se puede!&quot; is Spanish for &quot;Yes, we can!&quot;)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2172-2173)
action_date: 2012-03-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

Bill: 112-sres-411
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Cancer
Child health
Congressional tributes
Health facilities and institutions
Health programs administration and funding
Higher education
Medical research
Pennsylvania
Research administration and funding
School athletics
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
 Congratulates the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (THON) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.
 
 Commends the school's students, volunteers, and supporting organizations who worked hard putting together another recordbreaking THON.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2257)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the African Union for committing to a coordinated military response, comprised of 5,000 troops from Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Sudan, in order to fortify ongoing efforts to arrest Joseph Kony and senior commanders of the Lord's Resistance Army and to stop the crimes against humanity and mass atrocities committed by them.

Bill: 112-sres-412
Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Central African Republic
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military education and training
Military operations and strategy
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
South Sudan
Uganda
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
 Commends the African Union (AU) for committing to enhanced troop deployments, in coordination with the governments of Uganda, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the Republic of South Sudan, in order to strengthen efforts to arrest Joseph Kony and senior commanders of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA).
 
 Supports efforts by: (1) U.S. Armed Forces advisors; and (2) the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense (DOD), and other U.S. government representatives to strengthen the operational capabilities of AU and other regional military forces deployed to protect civilians and neutralize LRA leadership.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2257-2258)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the designation of April 2012 as National Autism Awareness Month.

Bill: 112-sres-413
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child care and development
Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employment and training programs
Health programs administration and funding
Hereditary and development disorders
Medical research
Neurological disorders
Research administration and funding
Special education
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
Expresses support for designating April 2012 as National Autism Awareness Month.
 
Commends individuals living with autism and their relatives for their sacrifice and dedication in providing for the special needs of autistic individuals.
 
Recognizes: (1) that autism is a major public health crisis; (2) that meeting the needs of autistic individuals is a compelling public policy issue that requires a rapid national response; (3) that individuals and families are desperate to access services that presently are inadequate; (4) the need to begin early intervention services soon after a child has been diagnosed with autism; (5) the importance of assistance in the areas of comprehensive early intervention, health, recreation, job training, employment, housing, transportation, and early, primary, and secondary education; (6) that with access to such assistance and support autistic individuals can live productive lives; (7) that services for transitioning autistic youth and adults are an especially pressing need; and (8) that by providing adequate service and support at crucial points in life, autistic adults can become taxpaying citizens with productive and rewarding lives.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2258)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 125th anniversary of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

Bill: 112-sres-414
Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
North Carolina

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
Commemorates the 125th anniversary of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.

action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the 125th anniversary of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2258)
action_date: 2012-03-29
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 S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2258)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 4, 2012, as "National Association of Junior Auxiliaries Day".

Bill: 112-sres-415
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
Designates April 4, 2012, as National Association of Junior Auxiliaries Day.

action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 

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

 
Designates April 4, 2012, as National Association of Junior Auxiliaries Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2258-2259)
action_date: 2012-03-29
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 S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2258-2259)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month.

Bill: 112-sres-416
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care quality
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month; (2) the goals and ideals of that Month; and (3) research to find better treatments and, eventually, a cure for Parkinson's disease.
 
Recognizes those living with Parkinson's who participate in clinical trials.
 
Commends the dedication of local and regional organizations, volunteers, and millions of Americans working to improve the quality of life of persons with Parkinson's and their families.

action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 

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

 
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month; (2) the goals and ideals of that Month; and (3) research to find better treatments and, eventually, a cure for Parkinson's disease.
 
Recognizes those living with Parkinson's who participate in clinical trials.
 
Commends the dedication of local and regional organizations, volunteers, and millions of Americans working to improve the quality of life of persons with Parkinson's and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2259)
action_date: 2012-03-29
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 S2282; text as passed Senate: CR S2282; text of measure as introduced: CR S2259)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.

Bill: 112-sres-417
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2012-03-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health care quality
Health personnel
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
 
Encourages increased efforts and resources to improve the health of people in the United States through: (1) strategies to promote community health and prevent disease and injury, and (2) the strengthening of the public health system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2259)
action_date: 2012-03-29
text: Introduced in Senate
Commemorating the 70th anniversary and commending the brave men of the 17th Bombardment Group (Medium) who became known as the "Doolittle Tokyo Raiders" for outstanding heroism, valor, skill, and service to the United States in conducting the bombing of Tokyo on April 18, 1942.

Bill: 112-sres-418
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2012-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Japan
Military history
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2012-04-16
text: 
Commends the 5 living and 80 original members of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders for their participation in the Tokyo, Japan, bombing raid of April 18, 1942.
 
 Recognizes the valor, skill, and courage of the Raiders that proved invaluable to the eventual defeat of Japan during the Second World War. 
 
Acknowledges that the actions of the Raiders helped to forge an enduring example of heroism in the face of uncertainty for the Army Air Corps of the Second World War, the future of the Air Force, and the United States as a whole. 
 
 

action_date: 2012-08-02
text: 
 Recognizes the valor, skill, and courage of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders that proved invaluable to the eventual defeat of Japan during the Second World War. 
 
Acknowledges that the actions of the Raiders helped to forge an enduring example of heroism in the face of uncertainty for the Army Air Force of the Second World War, the future of the Air Force, and the United States as a whole. 
 
Commends the 5 living members and 80 original members of the Raiders for their participation in the Tokyo, Japan, bombing raid of April 18, 1942.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-08-02
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6011)
action_date: 2012-08-02
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6011)
action_date: 2012-08-02
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6010-6011)
action_date: 2012-04-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2326)
action_date: 2012-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate