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A resolution relative to the death of Rod Grams, former United States Senator for the State of Minnesota.

Bill: 113-sres-267
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2013-10-09 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Minnesota
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-09
text: 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Rod Grams, former Member of the United States Senate.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on October 9, 2013, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Grams. 

action_date: 2013-10-09
text: 

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

 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Rod Grams, former Member of the United States Senate.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on October 9, 2013, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Grams. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-09
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7354; text as passed Senate: CR S7354)
action_date: 2013-10-09
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 S7354; text as passed Senate: CR S7354)
action_date: 2013-10-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on United States policy regarding possession of enrichment and reprocessing capabilities by the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Bill: 113-sres-269
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2013-10-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arms control and nonproliferation
International law and treaties
Iran
Middle East
Nuclear power
Nuclear weapons
Sanctions
Trade restrictions

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 
 Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) it shall be U.S. policy to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon; (2) Iran does not have an inherent right to enrichment and reprocessing technologies under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons; (3) relief from U.S. sanctions should only be provided once Iran has abandoned its nuclear weapons program, including any enrichment or reprocessing capability, and has provided complete transparency to the International Atomic Energy Agency; and (4) Congress should move to pass a new round of additional sanctions until Iran has taken such actions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7536-7537)
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that United States military assistance for Cambodia should be suspended until an independent and credible investigation occurs into the July 28, 2013, parliamentary elections, and election reforms are being implemented by the Government of Cambodia.

Bill: 113-sres-271
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2013-10-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Cambodia
Foreign aid and international relief
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government studies and investigations
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Political parties and affiliation
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should suspend military assistance for Cambodia until an independent and credible investigation occurs into the July 2013 parliamentary elections in Cambodia, and the government of Cambodia is implementing reforms to prevent future election fraud and abuse.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7538)
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning October 20, 2013, as "National Character Counts Week".

Bill: 113-sres-272
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2013-10-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Elementary and secondary education
Public participation and lobbying

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 
Designates the week beginning October 20, 2013, as National Character Counts Week.

action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 

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

 
Designates the week beginning October 20, 2013, as National Character Counts Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7538)
action_date: 2013-10-16
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 S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7538)
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 26, 2013, as "Day of the Deployed".

Bill: 113-sres-273
Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Introduced: 2013-10-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 
Designates October 26, 2013, as Day of the Deployed.
 
Honors the deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. 

action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 

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

 
Designates October 26, 2013, as Day of the Deployed.
 
Honors the deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7538)
action_date: 2013-10-16
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 S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7538)
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 17, 2013.

Bill: 113-sres-274
Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA]
Introduced: 2013-10-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Child care and development
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
School administration

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 
Expresses the Senate's support for Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of after-school programs held on October 17, 2013.

action_date: 2013-10-16
text: 

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

 
Expresses the Senate's support for Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of after-school programs held on October 17, 2013.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7539)
action_date: 2013-10-16
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 S7559; text as passed Senate: CR S7539)
action_date: 2013-10-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 29, 2013, as "National Technological Innovation Day" to recognize that technological innovation is critical to the United States economy and commemorating the contributions of innovation to prosperity in the United States and abroad.

Bill: 113-sres-275
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2013-10-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Business investment and capital
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Industrial policy and productivity
Intellectual property
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-28
text: 
Honors U.S. inventors and entrepreneurs who have taken the initiative to advance technology and productivity in the United States. 
 
Designates October 29, 2013, as National Technological Innovation Day.
 
Encourages youth and individuals of the United States to continue to enhance the future with invention, dedication, and entrepreneurship. 

action_date: 2013-10-28
text: 

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

 
Honors U.S. inventors and entrepreneurs who have taken the initiative to advance technology and productivity in the United States. 
 
Designates October 29, 2013, as National Technological Innovation Day.
 
Encourages youth and individuals of the United States to continue to enhance the future with invention, dedication, and entrepreneurship. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7581; text as passed Senate: CR S7580)
action_date: 2013-10-28
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 S7581; text as passed Senate: CR S7580)
action_date: 2013-10-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 2013 as "National Work and Family Month".

Bill: 113-sres-276
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2013-10-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employee leave
Family relationships
Worker safety and health

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-29
text: 
Designates October 2013 as National Work and Family Month.

action_date: 2013-10-29
text: 

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

 
Designates October 2013 as National Work and Family Month.
 
Recognizes the importance of work schedules that allow employees to spend time with their families to job productivity and to healthy families. 
 
Urges public officials, employers, employees, and the general public to work together to achieve more balance between work and family.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7634; text as passed Senate: CR S7633)
action_date: 2013-10-29
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 S7634; text as passed Senate: CR S7633)
action_date: 2013-10-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali.

Bill: 113-sres-277
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Introduced: 2013-10-30 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Cultural exchanges and relations
India
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: 
Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, and expresses respect for the people of India, Indian Americans, and members of the Indian diaspora around the world on this significant occasion. 

action_date: 2013-11-04
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the religious and historical significance of the festival of Diwali, the festival of lights, and expresses respect for the people of India, Indian Americans, and members of the Indian diaspora around the world on this significant occasion. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-11-04
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-11-04
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-11-04
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7800)
action_date: 2013-11-04
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7800)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7682)
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 2013 as "School Bus Safety Month".

Bill: 113-sres-278
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Introduced: 2013-10-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Motor carriers
Motor vehicles
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: 
Designates October 2013 as School Bus Safety Month.

action_date: 2013-10-30
text: 

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

 
Designates October 2013 as School Bus Safety Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7685-7686; text as passed Senate: CR S7683)
action_date: 2013-10-30
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 S7685-7686; text as passed Senate: CR S7683)
action_date: 2013-10-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2013.

Bill: 113-sres-279
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Drug, alcohol, tobacco use
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23-October 31, 2013.
 
Encourages: (1) children, teens, and other individuals to choose to live drug-free lives, and (2) people in the United States to promote drug-free communities and to participate in drug prevention activities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7732)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the withdrawal of United States combat troops from the Vietnam War and expressing renewed support for United States veterans of that conflict.

Bill: 113-sres-280
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military history
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Vietnam

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Honors the 40th anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. combat troops from the Vietnam War. 
 
Expresses renewed support for U.S. veterans of that conflict.
 
 

action_date: 2013-11-07
text: 

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

 
Honors the 40th anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. combat troops from the Vietnam War. 
 
Expresses renewed support for U.S. veterans of that conflict.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-11-07
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-11-07
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-11-07
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7931)
action_date: 2013-11-07
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7931)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7732-7733)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the United States Senate that President Obama should issue a statement regarding spying on His Holiness, Pope Francis.

Bill: 113-sres-281
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
Religion
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that President Obama should directly address the allegation that his administration monitored the calls of Pope Francis or the conclave selecting the Pope.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7733)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Bill: 113-sres-282
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Corporation for National and Community Service
Military personnel and dependents
National and community service
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Commemorates the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Corporation for National and Community Service.
 
Recognizes the Corporation's work to improve lives, strengthen communities, expand economic opportunity, foster innovation and civic engagement, and engage millions of U.S. people in solving critical problems through national service.

action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 

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

 
Commemorates the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Corporation for National and Community Service.
 
Recognizes the Corporation's work to improve lives, strengthen communities, expand economic opportunity, foster innovation and civic engagement, and engage millions of U.S. people in solving critical problems through national service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7778; text as passed Senate: CR S7733)
action_date: 2013-10-31
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 S7778; text as passed Senate: CR S7733)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to constitute the majority party's membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.

Bill: 113-sres-283
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional committees
Members of Congress
Senate
Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Designates the majority party membership on specified Senate committees for the 113th Congress.

action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 

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

 
Designates the majority party membership on specified Senate committees for the 113th Congress.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7778; text as passed Senate: CR S7734)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7778; text as passed Senate: CR S7734)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling on the Government of Iran to immediately release Saeed Abedini and all other individuals detained on account of their religious beliefs.

Bill: 113-sres-284
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Introduced: 2013-10-31 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Detention of persons
Human rights
Iran
Middle East
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: 
Recognizes that freedom of religious belief and practice is a universal human right and a fundamental freedom of every individual, regardless of race, sex, country, creed, or nationality, and should never be arbitrarily abridged by any government.
 
Recognizes that governments have a responsibility to protect the fundamental rights of their citizens.
 
Calls on Iran to immediately release Saeed Abedini and all other individuals detained on account of their religious beliefs.

action_date: 2013-11-14
text: 

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

 
Recognizes that freedom of religious belief and practice is a universal human right and a fundamental freedom of every individual, regardless of race, sex, country, creed, or nationality, and should never be arbitrarily abridged by any government.
 
Recognizes that governments have a responsibility to protect the fundamental rights of their citizens.
 
Calls on Iran to immediately release Saeed Abedini and all other individuals detained on account of their religious beliefs.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2013-11-14
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8070)
action_date: 2013-11-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8070)
action_date: 2013-11-14
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-11-14
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7734)
action_date: 2013-10-31
text: Introduced in Senate