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A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha.

Bill: 112-sconres-16
Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2011-05-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Art, artists, authorship
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Hawaii
U.S. Capitol

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-10
text: 
Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event on June 5, 2011, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha.

action_date: 2011-05-10
text: 

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

 
Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event on June 5, 2011, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha.

action_date: 2011-05-31
text: 

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

 
Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event on June 5, 2011, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3780)
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H3780)
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 16.
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3780-3781)
action_date: 2011-05-31
text: Mr. Lungren, Daniel E. moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2011-05-11
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2011-05-10
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2850; text as passed Senate: CR S2850; text of measure as introduced: CR S2849)
action_date: 2011-05-10
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2850; text as passed Senate: CR S2850; text of measure as introduced: CR S2849)
action_date: 2011-05-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that John Arthur "Jack" Johnson should receive a posthumous pardon for the racially motivated conviction in 1913 that diminished the athletic, cultural, and heroic significance of Jack Johnson and unduly tarnished his reputation.

Bill: 112-sconres-22
Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ]
Introduced: 2011-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal procedure and sentencing
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Professional sports
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2011-05-24
text: 
Expresses the sense of Congress that Jack Johnson (the first African-American professional boxer to hold the title of Heavyweight Champion of the World) should receive a posthumous pardon to expunge from the annals of American criminal justice a racially motivated abuse of the federal government's prosecutorial authority and to recognize his athletic and cultural contributions to society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-05-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3280)
action_date: 2011-05-24
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3280-3281)
action_date: 2011-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution declaring that it is the policy of the United States to support and facilitate Israel in maintaining defensible borders and that it is contrary to United States policy and national security to have the borders of Israel return to the armistice lines that existed on June 4, 1967.

Bill: 112-sconres-23
Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]
Introduced: 2011-06-09 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Israel
Middle East
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2011-06-09
text: 
States that: (1) it is U.S. policy to support Israel in maintaining secure, recognized, and defensible borders; and (2) it is contrary to U.S. policy and our national security to have Israel's borders return to the armistice lines that existed on June 4, 1967.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-06-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3694)
action_date: 2011-06-09
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3694)
action_date: 2011-06-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the dedication of Shenandoah National Park.

Bill: 112-sconres-24
Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA]
Introduced: 2011-06-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Virginia

Summary:
action_date: 2011-06-23
text: 
Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the dedication of Shenandoah National Park.
 
Acknowledges the historic and enduring scenic, recreational, and economic value of the Park. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-06-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4104)
action_date: 2011-06-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the designation of the year of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent.

Bill: 112-sconres-26
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2011-07-27 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Commemorative events and holidays
Cultural exchanges and relations
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Racial and ethnic relations
Rule of law and government transparency

Summary:
action_date: 2011-07-27
text: 
Supports the designation of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent.
 
Encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements made by people of African descent.
 
Reaffirms the importance of the full participation of people of African descent around the world in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life.
 
Recognizes bilateral and multilateral efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, including efforts that target the eradication of poverty, hunger and inequality. 
 
Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to address racism, discrimination, and intolerance in the United States and around the globe.

action_date: 2011-07-27
text: 

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

 
Supports the designation of 2011 as the International Year for People of African Descent.
 
Encourages the recognition of the collective history and achievements made by people of African descent.
 
Reaffirms the importance of the full participation of people of African descent around the world in all aspects of political, economic, social, and cultural life.
 
Recognizes bilateral and multilateral efforts to promote democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, including efforts that target the eradication of poverty, hunger and inequality. 
 
Reaffirms the commitment of Congress to address racism, discrimination, and intolerance in the United States and around the globe.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-07-28
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2011-07-28
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2011-07-28
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2011-07-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4970-4971; text as passed Senate: CR S4970-4971; text of measure as introduced: CR S4963)
action_date: 2011-07-27
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 S4970-4971; text as passed Senate: CR S4970-4971; text of measure as introduced: CR S4963)
action_date: 2011-07-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution honoring the service of Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry, a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the second living recipient of the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War.

Bill: 112-sconres-27
Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM]
Introduced: 2011-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Congressional tributes
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2011-08-01
text: 
Honors the service and sacrifice of Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry of the U.S. Army (a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the second living recipient of the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War) and his family.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to recognize the valor, heroism, and dedication to the United States exhibited by Sergeant First Class Petry. 

action_date: 2011-09-23
text: 

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

 
Honors the service and sacrifice of Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry of the U.S. Army (a native of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the second living recipient of the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War) and his family.
 
Encourages the people of the United States to recognize the valor, heroism, and dedication to the United States exhibited by Sergeant First Class Petry. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-10-25
text: Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
action_date: 2011-09-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
action_date: 2011-09-26
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5932)
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S5932)
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5932)
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5932)
action_date: 2011-08-01
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5197)
action_date: 2011-08-01
text: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5197)
action_date: 2011-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the United States Capitol for an event to present the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Neil A. Armstrong, Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin, Jr., Michael Collins, and John Herschel Glenn, Jr., in recognition of their significant contributions to society.

Bill: 112-sconres-29
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2011-09-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Space flight and exploration
U.S. Capitol

Summary:
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: 
Authorizes use of the rotunda of the Capitol on November 16, 2011, for presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Neil A. Armstrong, Edwin E. &quot;Buzz&quot; Aldrin, Jr., Michael Collins, and John Herschel Glenn, Jr., in recognition of their significant contributions to society.

action_date: 2011-09-23
text: 

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

 
Authorizes use of the rotunda of the Capitol on November 16, 2011, for presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Neil A. Armstrong, Edwin E. &quot;Buzz&quot; Aldrin, Jr., Michael Collins, and John Herschel Glenn, Jr., in recognition of their significant contributions to society. 

action_date: 2011-10-03
text: 

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

 
Authorizes use of the rotunda of the Capitol on November 16, 2011, for presentation of the Congressional Gold Medal, collectively, to Neil A. Armstrong, Edwin E. &quot;Buzz&quot; Aldrin, Jr., Michael Collins, and John Herschel Glenn, Jr., in recognition of their significant contributions to society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6481-6482)
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H6481-6482)
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 29.
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H6481-6483)
action_date: 2011-10-03
text: Mr. Harper moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2011-09-26
text: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
action_date: 2011-09-26
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5932; text as passed Senate: CR S5932; text of measure as introduced: CR S5952)
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5932; text as passed Senate: CR S5932; text of measure as introduced: CR S5952)
action_date: 2011-09-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Spina Bifida Awareness Month.

Bill: 112-sconres-30
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2011-10-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Health information and medical records
Health promotion and preventive care
Hereditary and development disorders
Neurological disorders
Nutrition and diet

Summary:
action_date: 2011-10-13
text: 
Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Spina Bifida Awareness Month, and (2) the ongoing development of the National Spina Bifida Patient Registry.
 
Recognizes: (1) the importance of highlighting the occurrence of, and advancing efforts to decrease the incidence of, spina bifida; and (2) the continued need for a commitment of resources for efforts to reduce and prevent disabling birth defects like spina bifida.
 
Commends the work of the Spina Bifida Association to educate, support, and provide hope for people with spina bifida and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-10-13
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6515-6516)
action_date: 2011-10-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution to authorize the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make technical corrections in the enrollment of H.R. 470, an Act to further allocate and expand the availability of hydroelectric power generated at Hoover Dam, and for other purposes.

Bill: 112-sconres-32
Sponsor: Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM]
Introduced: 2011-10-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Electric power generation and transmission

Summary:
action_date: 2011-10-18
text: 
Makes technical amendments in the enrollment of H.R. 470, the Hoover Power Allocation Act of 2011.

action_date: 2011-10-18
text: 

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

 
Makes technical amendments in the enrollment of H.R. 470, the Hoover Power Allocation Act of 2011.

action_date: 2011-12-07
text: 

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

 
Makes technical amendments in the enrollment of H.R. 470, the Hoover Power Allocation Act of 2011.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-12-07
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2011-12-07
text: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2011-12-07
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
action_date: 2011-12-07
text: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H8245)
action_date: 2011-12-05
text: At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Lujan objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
action_date: 2011-12-05
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. Con. Res. 32.
action_date: 2011-12-05
text: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8133-8134; text of measure as introduced: CR H8133)
action_date: 2011-12-05
text: Mr. Hastings (WA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
action_date: 2011-10-21
text: Held at the desk.
action_date: 2011-10-21
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2011-10-19
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2011-10-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6692-6693; text as passed Senate: CR S6692-6693; text of measure as introduced: CR S6673)
action_date: 2011-10-18
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6692-6693; text as passed Senate: CR S6692-6693; text of measure as introduced: CR S6673)
action_date: 2011-10-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution reorganizing the need to improve physical access to many federally funded facilities for all people of the United States, particularly people with disabilities.

Bill: 112-sconres-33
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Introduced: 2011-12-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Disability and health-based discrimination
Disability and paralysis
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Postal service

Summary:
action_date: 2011-12-01
text: 
Recognizes the hardships that people with disabilities must overcome every day. 
 
Reaffirms support of the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and pledges to continue to identify and remove the barriers that prevent equal access to federal government services.
 
Recommends that the United States Postal Service (USPS) and federal agencies install power-assisted doors to ensure equal access for all people.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2011-12-01
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8156-8157)
action_date: 2011-12-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in honor of the life and legacy of Vaclav Havel.

Bill: 112-sconres-34
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2012-01-30 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Belarus
Burma
Caribbean area
Congressional tributes
Cuba
Czech Republic
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Human rights
Iran
Latin America
Middle East
Political movements and philosophies
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2012-01-30
text: 
Mourns the loss of Vaclav Havel and offers condolences to the Havel family and the people of the Czech Republic.
 
 Recognizes Vaclav Havel's: (1) courage and commitment to democratic values in the face of communist repression, (2) historical legacy in defeating communism and building a democratic Europe, and (3) solidarity with democratic dissidents throughout the world and support for the expansion of freedom. 
 
 Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the causes of freedom, democracy, and human rights for which Vaclav Havel stood.

action_date: 2012-01-30
text: 

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

 
Mourns the loss of Vaclav Havel and offers condolences to the Havel family and the people of the Czech Republic.
 
 Recognizes Vaclav Havel's: (1) courage and commitment to democratic values in the face of communist repression, (2) historical legacy in defeating communism and building a democratic Europe, and (3) solidarity with democratic dissidents throughout the world and support for the expansion of freedom, including in Belarus, Iran, Cuba, and Burma. 
 
 Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the causes of freedom, democracy, and human rights for which Vaclav Havel stood.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2012-01-31
text: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
action_date: 2012-01-31
text: Received in the House.
action_date: 2012-01-31
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2012-01-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S174; text as passed Senate: CR S174; text of measure as introduced: CR S168)
action_date: 2012-01-30
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 S174; text as passed Senate: CR S174; text of measure as introduced: CR S168)
action_date: 2012-01-30
text: Introduced in Senate