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A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month.

Bill: 112-sres-600
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2012-11-26 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-26
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month, including encouraging people to fight diabetes through public awareness about prevention and treatment options, and increasing education about the disease; and (2) decreasing the prevalence of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes in the United States through increased research, treatment, and prevention.
 
Recognizes the importance of early detection, awareness of the symptoms, and the risk factors that often lead to the development of diabetes.

action_date: 2012-11-29
text: 

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

 
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month, including encouraging people to fight diabetes through public awareness about prevention and treatment options, and increasing education about the disease; and (2) decreasing the prevalence of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes in the United States through increased research, treatment, and prevention.
 
Recognizes the importance of early detection, awareness of the symptoms, and the risk factors that often lead to the development of diabetes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7276-7277)
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7276-7277)
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S7276-7277)
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2012-11-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6896-6897)
action_date: 2012-11-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the people of Albania on the 100th anniversary of the declaration of their independence from the Turkish Ottoman Empire on November 28, 1912, and commending Albanians in Albania and Kosovo for protecting and saving the lives of all Jews who either lived in Albania or sought asylum there during the Holocaust.

Bill: 112-sres-601
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2012-11-27 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Albania
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Europe
Germany
Israel
Kosovo
Middle East
Monuments and memorials
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: 
Commends the people of Albania and Kosova for protecting the lives of all Jews who either lived in Albania or sought asylum there during the Holocaust.
 
 Commends Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Authority, in Israel for recognizing Albanians who took action at great risk to protect Jews during the Holocaust.
 
Commends the officers, board of directors, and members of the Albanian American Civic League and Albanian American Foundation for their work to bring the plight of the Albanian people and the historic connection between Albanians and Jews to international attention. 
 
 Reaffirms, on the 100th anniversary of Albania's 1912 declaration of independence, support for close ties between the United States and Albania and between the United States and Kosova, which declared its independence in 2008.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6948-6949)
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating 2012-2013 as the "Year of the Korean War Veteran" and recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Korean War.

Bill: 112-sres-602
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2012-11-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military history
North Korea
South Korea
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: 
Designates 2012-2013 as the Year of the Korean War Veteran.
 
Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Korean War.
 
Honors the contributions and sacrifices made by Korean War veterans.

action_date: 2012-11-27
text: 

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

 
Designates 2012-2013 as the Year of the Korean War Veteran.
 
Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Korean War.
 
Honors the contributions and sacrifices made by Korean War veterans.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6979; text as passed Senate: CR S6979; text of measure as introduced: CR S6949)
action_date: 2012-11-27
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 S6979; text as passed Senate: CR S6979; text of measure as introduced: CR S6949)
action_date: 2012-11-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of November 26 through November 30, 2012, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week.

Bill: 112-sres-603
Sponsor: Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2012-11-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care coverage and access
Health facilities and institutions
Health personnel
Nursing

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: 
Designates the week of November 26 through November 30, 2012, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week and expresses support for its goals and ideals.

Encourages the expansion of such clinics so that they may continue to serve as health care workforce development sites for the next generation of primary care providers.

action_date: 2012-11-29
text: 

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

 
Designates the week of November 26 through November 30, 2012, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week and expresses support for its goals and ideals.

Encourages the expansion of such clinics so that they may continue to serve as health care workforce development sites for the next generation of primary care providers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7277; text as passed Senate: CR S7277; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220)
action_date: 2012-11-29
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 S7277; text as passed Senate: CR S7277; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220)
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Warren B. Rudman, former United States Senator for the State of New Hampshire.

Bill: 112-sres-604
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2012-11-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
New Hampshire
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: 
Declares that the Senate has received with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the passing of the Honorable Warren B. Rudman, a former Senator from New Hampshire.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on November 29, 2012, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Rudman.
 
 
 
 

action_date: 2012-11-29
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate has received with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the passing of the Honorable Warren B. Rudman, a former Senator from New Hampshire.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on November 29, 2012, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Rudman.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7277-7278; text as passed Senate: CR S7278; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220)
action_date: 2012-11-29
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 S7277-7278; text as passed Senate: CR S7278; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220)
action_date: 2012-11-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning November 26, 2012, as "National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week".

Bill: 112-sres-605
Sponsor: Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND]
Introduced: 2012-11-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Native Americans
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Higher education
Indian social and development programs

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: 
Designates the week beginning on November 26, 2012, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.

action_date: 2012-11-30
text: 

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

 
Designates the week beginning on November 26, 2012, as National Tribal Colleges and Universities Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7308-7309; text as passed Senate: CR S7309; text of measure as introduced: CR S7305)
action_date: 2012-11-30
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 S7308-7309; text as passed Senate: CR S7309; text of measure as introduced: CR S7305)
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, on December 1, 1812.

Bill: 112-sres-606
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2012-11-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
District of Columbia
Education of the disadvantaged
Health care coverage and access
Health facilities and institutions
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Kentucky
Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care
Nursing
Poverty and welfare assistance
Religion
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: 
Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth on December 1, 1812. Commends the dedicated service of the Sisters who provided nursing care during the Civil War, World War I, and epidemics of yellow fever, cholera, and smallpox in the South. Recognizes the service of the Sisters in providing health care through the establishment of hospitals. Lauds the role that the Sisters continue to play in providing education, health care, and nursing home care in response to the needs of economically and socially disadvantaged individuals, families, and communities.

action_date: 2012-11-30
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth on December 1, 1812. Commends the dedicated service of the Sisters who provided nursing care during the Civil War, World War I, and epidemics of yellow fever, cholera, and smallpox in the South. Recognizes the service of the Sisters in providing health care through the establishment of hospitals. Lauds the role that the Sisters continue to play in providing education, health care, and nursing home care in response to the needs of economically and socially disadvantaged individuals, families, and communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7309; text as passed Senate: CR S7309; text of measure as introduced: CR S7305)
action_date: 2012-11-30
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 S7309; text as passed Senate: CR S7309; text of measure as introduced: CR S7305)
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable George McGovern, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota.

Bill: 112-sres-607
Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD]
Introduced: 2012-11-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Senate
South Dakota

Summary:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret of the passing of the Honorable George McGovern, a former U.S. Senator and Member of the House of Representatives from South Dakota.
 
Extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns November 30, 2012, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of George McGovern.

action_date: 2012-11-30
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 of the passing of the Honorable George McGovern, a former U.S. Senator and Member of the House of Representatives from South Dakota.
 
Extends heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns November 30, 2012, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of George McGovern.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7310; text as passed Senate: CR S7310; text of measure as introduced: CR S7306)
action_date: 2012-11-30
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 S7310; text as passed Senate: CR S7310; text of measure as introduced: CR S7306)
action_date: 2012-11-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the establishment of a President's Youth Council.

Bill: 112-sres-608
Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM]
Introduced: 2012-12-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Advisory bodies
Child safety and welfare
Policy sciences
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2012-12-04
text: 
Supports the establishment with private funds of a President's Youth Council to: (1) advise the President and the executive branch on the perspectives of young people, (2) suggest ways to make investments by the federal government in youth services more effective and efficient, and (3) provide recommendations on issues that will affect the long-term future of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-12-04
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7403)
action_date: 2012-12-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of United States citizen Alan Phillip Gross from detention in Cuba and urging the Government of Cuba to address his medical issues.

Bill: 112-sres-609
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Introduced: 2012-12-05 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Caribbean area
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Cuba
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Latin America
Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Summary:
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: 
Calls for the immediate and unconditional release of U.S. citizen Alan Phillip Gross. 
 
 Urges the government of Cuba to provide all appropriate diagnostic and medical treatment to address the full range of medical issues facing Mr. Gross and to allow him to choose a doctor to provide him with an independent medical assessment.

action_date: 2012-12-05
text: 

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

 
Calls for the immediate and unconditional release of U.S. citizen Alan Phillip Gross. 
 
 Urges the government of Cuba to provide all appropriate diagnostic and medical treatment to address the full range of medical issues facing Mr. Gross and to allow him to choose a doctor to provide him with an independent medical assessment.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7637-7638; text as passed Senate: CR S7637-7638; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459)
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S7637-7638; text as passed Senate: CR S7637-7638; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459)
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Graduate Research Fellowship Program of the National Science Foundation.

Bill: 112-sres-610
Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV]
Introduced: 2012-12-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Higher education
National Science Foundation
Science and engineering education
Student aid and college costs

Summary:
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: 
Commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Graduate Research Fellowship Program of the National Science Foundation (NSF). 
 
 Continues to recognize science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduate education in this country as central to the competitiveness of our workforce and our country's international leadership and economic prosperity.
 
 
 
 

action_date: 2012-12-05
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Graduate Research Fellowship Program of the National Science Foundation (NSF). 
 
 Continues to recognize science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) graduate education in this country as central to the competitiveness of our workforce and our country's international leadership and economic prosperity.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7639; text as passed Senate: CR S7639; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459-7460)
action_date: 2012-12-05
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 S7639; text as passed Senate: CR S7639; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459-7460)
action_date: 2012-12-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating December 15, 2012, as "Wreaths Across America Day".

Bill: 112-sres-611
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2012-12-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Cemeteries and funerals
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2012-12-06
text: 
Designates December 15, 2012, as Wreaths Across America Day.
 
Honors the Wreaths Across America project, the Patriot Guard Riders, and all of the volunteers and donors involved in this worthy tradition of placing holiday wreaths at national cemeteries and veterans' memorials. 
 
Recognizes the sacrifices our veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families have made, and continue to make, for our nation.

action_date: 2012-12-06
text: 

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

 
Designates December 15, 2012, as Wreaths Across America Day.
 
Honors the Wreaths Across America project, the Patriot Guard Riders, and all of the volunteers and donors involved in this worthy tradition of placing holiday wreaths at national cemeteries and veterans' memorials. 
 
Recognizes the sacrifices our veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and their families have made, and continue to make, for our nation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-12-06
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7688; text as passed Senate: CR S7688; text of measure as introduced: CR S7687)
action_date: 2012-12-06
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 S7688; text as passed Senate: CR S7688; text of measure as introduced: CR S7687)
action_date: 2012-12-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Arlen Specter, distinguished former Senator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Bill: 112-sres-612
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2012-12-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Pennsylvania
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2012-12-10
text: 
Declares that the Senate: (1) expresses profound sorrow at the death of the Honorable Arlen Specter, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania; and (2) conveys its condolences to his family. 
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns December 10, 2012, it stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Arlen Specter.
 
 

action_date: 2012-12-10
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate: (1) expresses profound sorrow at the death of the Honorable Arlen Specter, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania; and (2) conveys its condolences to his family. 
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns December 10, 2012, it stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Arlen Specter.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-12-10
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7706-7707; text as passed Senate: CR S7706-7707; text of measure as introduced: CR S7704)
action_date: 2012-12-10
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7706-7707; text as passed Senate: CR S7706-7707; text of measure as introduced: CR S7704)
action_date: 2012-12-10
text: Introduced in Senate