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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Environmental Protection Agency and the proposed rules and guidelines relating to carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.

Bill: 113-sres-512
Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA]
Introduced: 2014-07-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Coal
Electric power generation and transmission
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Environmental regulatory procedures

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 
Urges the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to withdraw the proposed rules entitled: (1) &quot;Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units,&quot; and (2) &quot;Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units.&quot;
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4770)
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.

Bill: 113-sres-513
Sponsor: Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2014-07-23 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Europe
Germany
Poland
World history

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 
Recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit.

action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit.

action_date: 2014-07-31
text: 

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

 
Recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 8/1/2014 S5314)
action_date: 2014-07-31
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR 8/1/2014 S5314)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 496.
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4770)
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as "National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week".

Bill: 113-sres-514
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2014-07-23 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: 2014-07-23
text: 
Designates the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week and expresses support for its goals and ideals.
 
Encourages the continued support 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: 2014-07-23
text: 

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

 
Designates the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week and expresses support for its goals and ideals.
 
Encourages the continued support 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: 2014-07-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4770-4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
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 S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4770-4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating July 24, 2014, as "International Self-Care Day".

Bill: 113-sres-515
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2014-07-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 
Designates July 24, 2014, as International Self-Care Day and recognizes the importance of improving awareness of self-care and the value self-care represents for the people of the United States.

action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 

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

 
Designates July 24, 2014, as International Self-Care Day and recognizes the importance of improving awareness of self-care and the value self-care represents for the people of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
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 S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation in State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill.

Bill: 113-sres-516
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2014-07-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional officers and employees
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Evidence and witnesses
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 
Authorizes: (1) Megan Carranza and Jane Opdahl, employees in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any other current or former employee of the Senator's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, to produce documents and provide testimony in the case of 
State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill
, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent these employees in connection with the case. 

action_date: 2014-07-23
text: 

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

 
Authorizes: (1) Megan Carranza and Jane Opdahl, employees in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any other current or former employee of the Senator's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, to produce documents and provide testimony in the case of 
State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill
, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent these employees in connection with the case. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
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 S4846; text as passed Senate: CR S4771)
action_date: 2014-07-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for Israel's right to defend itself and calling on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel.

Bill: 113-sres-517
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2014-07-24 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Gaza Strip
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 
Supports Israel's right to defend its citizens and ensure Israel's survival.
 
 Calls on the United Nations (U.N.) Secretary General to condemn Hamas's attacks on Israel, and urges the international community to condemn the rocket fire at Israel.
 
 Recognizes that Israel must be allowed to take actions necessary to remove the present and future threats posed by Hamas's rockets and tunnels. 
 
Calls on Hamas to cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel and to stop using Gaza residents as human shields. 
 
Opposes efforts to impose a cease fire that does not allow Israel to protect its citizens from threats posed by Hamas rockets and tunnels.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4908)
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as "National Case Management Week" to recognize the role of case management in improving health care outcomes for patients.

Bill: 113-sres-518
Sponsor: Sen. Pryor, Mark L. [D-AR]
Introduced: 2014-07-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care costs and insurance
Health care quality

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 
 Designates the week of October 12-October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week.
 
Recognizes the role of case management in providing successful and cost-effective health care.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4908)
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating August 16, 2014, as "National Airborne Day".

Bill: 113-sres-519
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2014-07-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Military history
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 
Designates August 16, 2014, as National Airborne Day.

action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 

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

 
Designates August 16, 2014, as National Airborne Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4973-4974; text as passed Senate: CR S4908-4909)
action_date: 2014-07-24
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 S4973-4974; text as passed Senate: CR S4908-4909)
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating July 26, 2014, as "United States Intelligence Professionals Day".

Bill: 113-sres-521
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Introduced: 2014-07-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 
Designates July 26, 2014, as United States Intelligence Professionals Day.
 
Acknowledges the courage, fidelity, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women of the U.S. intelligence community.

action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 

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

 
Designates July 26, 2014, as United States Intelligence Professionals Day.
 
Acknowledges the courage, fidelity, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women of the U.S. intelligence community.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5070)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5070)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4909-4910)
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the importance of the United States-India strategic partnership and the continued deepening of bilateral ties with India.

Bill: 113-sres-523
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Introduced: 2014-07-24 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Education programs funding
Employment and training programs
India
International organizations and cooperation
Manufacturing
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Nuclear power
Oil and gas
Trade agreements and negotiations
U.S. and foreign investments

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: 
 
 
Prime Minister Narenda Modi of India should address Congress at the earliest opportunity; 
 
the U.S. government should hold a strategic dialogue in New Delhi that lays out clear objectives for the U.S.-India relationship; 
 
the United States nominate and confirm an Ambassador to India as soon as possible; 
 
the United States and India should continue to expand economic engagement, including finalizing a bilateral investment treaty and reviving the Trade Policy Forum; 
 
 India should continue its economic liberalization reforms, including discussions with other Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum nations about Indian membership in APEC; 
 
the United States and India should expand energy, defense, and security cooperation; and
 
India should modify its offset regime so funds can flow to a second tier of Indian priorities such as education, skills development, or manufacturing.



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4910-4911)
action_date: 2014-07-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding global climate change.

Bill: 113-sres-524
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2014-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Climate change and greenhouse gases

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that global climate change is occurring and will continue to pose ongoing risks and challenges to the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4999)
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating July 30, 2014, as "National Whistleblower Appreciation Day".

Bill: 113-sres-525
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2014-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: 
Designates July 30, 2014, as National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.
 
Encourages each executive agency to recognize such Day by: (1) informing employees, contractors, and the public about whistleblower rights; and (2) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers in combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations.

action_date: 2014-07-28
text: 

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

 
Designates July 30, 2014, as National Whistleblower Appreciation Day.
 
Encourages each executive agency to recognize such Day by: (1) informing employees, contractors, and the public about whistleblower rights; and (2) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers in combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5003-5004)
action_date: 2014-07-28
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 S5003-5004)
action_date: 2014-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas, and for other purposes.

Bill: 113-sres-526
Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV]
Introduced: 2014-07-29 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Foreign aid and international relief
Gaza Strip
Human rights
Israel
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Palestinians
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 
Laments all loss of innocent civilian life.
 
 Condemns the United Nations (U.N.) Human Rights Council's July 23, 2014 resolution calling for: (1) an investigation of Israel while not mentioning Hamas's continued assault against Israel, and (2) an investigation into potential human rights violations by Israel in the current Gaza conflict without mentioning Hamas's assault against innocent civilians and its use of civilian shields. 
 
Supports Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas's rocket assault and destroy Hamas's tunnel system into Israel's territory. 
 
Condemns Hamas's terrorist actions and use of civilians as human shields. 
 
Supports U.S. mediation efforts for a durable cease fire agreement that ends Hamas's rocket assault and leads to Gaza's demilitarization.
 
Supports additional funding to replenish Israel's Iron Dome missiles and enhance Israel's defensive capabilities.

action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 

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

 
Laments all loss of innocent civilian life.
 
 Condemns the United Nations (U.N.) Human Rights Council's July 23, 2014 resolution calling for: (1) an investigation of Israel while not mentioning Hamas's continued assault against Israel, and (2) an investigation into potential human rights violations by Israel in the current Gaza conflict without mentioning Hamas's assault against innocent civilians and its use of civilian shields. 
 
Supports Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas's rocket assault and destroy Hamas's tunnel system into Israel's territory. 
 
Condemns Hamas's terrorist actions and use of civilians as human shields. 
 
Supports U.S. mediation efforts for a durable cease fire agreement that ends Hamas's rocket assault and leads to Gaza's demilitarization.
 
Supports additional funding to replenish Israel's Iron Dome missiles and enhance Israel's defensive capabilities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5039; text of measure as passed Senate: CR S5066)
action_date: 2014-07-29
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 S5039; text of measure as passed Senate: CR S5066)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service throughout the United States and the world, and commending Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for exemplifying the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service while upholding the motto "Culture for Service and Service for Humanity".

Bill: 113-sres-527
Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA]
Introduced: 2014-07-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 
Congratulates Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., for 100 years of service to communities throughout the United States and the world. 
 
Commends the Fraternity for a continued commitment to the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service.

action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 

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

 
Congratulates Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., for 100 years of service to communities throughout the United States and the world. 
 
Commends the Fraternity for a continued commitment to the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5069; text as passed Senate: CR S5067)
action_date: 2014-07-29
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 S5069; text as passed Senate: CR S5067)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 125th anniversary of North Dakota's Statehood.

Bill: 113-sres-528
Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Introduced: 2014-07-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
North Dakota
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 
Congratulates the state of North Dakota and its citizens on the 125th anniversary of its admission to the United States. 

action_date: 2014-07-29
text: 

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

 
Congratulates the state of North Dakota and its citizens on the 125th anniversary of its admission to the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5069-5070; text as passed Senate: CR S5067)
action_date: 2014-07-29
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 S5069-5070; text as passed Senate: CR S5067)
action_date: 2014-07-29
text: Introduced in Senate