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A resolution celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Office of Research on Women's Health at the National Institutes of Health.

Bill: 114-sres-242
Sponsor: Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Department of Health and Human Services
Medical research
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has improved and saved the lives of countless women worldwide and must remain intact for this and future generations; (2) there remain striking sex and gender differences in many diseases and conditions, on which the ORWH should continue to focus; (3) the ORWH must continue to focus on ensuring that NIH funds biomedical research that considers sex as a basic biological variable; and (4) the NIH should continue to consult and involve the ORWH on all matters related to the influence of sex and gender on health.

action_date: 2015-09-16
text: 
Commends the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for its work over the past 25 years to improve and save the lives of women worldwide. Expresses that the ORWH must remain intact for this and future generations. 
 
Recognizes that there remain striking sex and gender differences among many diseases and conditions on which the ORWH should continue to focus. 
 
Encourages the ORWH to continue to focus on ensuring that NIH supports biomedical research that considers sex as a biological variable.
 
Encourages the NIH to continue to consult and involve the ORWH on all matters related to the influence of sex and gender on health.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-16
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6676-6677)
action_date: 2015-09-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6676-6677)
action_date: 2015-09-16
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6676-6677)
action_date: 2015-09-16
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6676-6677)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6401-6402)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Small Business Development Centers of the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-243
Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Business investment and capital
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Small Business Administration
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Celebrates the 35th anniversary of America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) network.
 
Expresses appreciation for:
 
 
 the steadfast partnership between SBDC's network and the Small Business Administration, and
 
the network's work in ensuring quality assistance to small business and access for all to the American dream.
 

action_date: 2015-09-08
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Celebrates the 35th anniversary of America's Small Business Development Center (SBDC) network.
 
Expresses appreciation for:
 
 
 the steadfast partnership between SBDC's network and the Small Business Administration, and
 
the network's work in ensuring quality assistance to small business and access for all to the American dream.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-08
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6469)
action_date: 2015-09-08
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6469)
action_date: 2015-09-08
text: Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-08
text: Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6402)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the "Laudato Si" encyclical of Pope Francis, and global climate change.

Bill: 114-sres-244
Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Climate change and greenhouse gases
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Declares that the Senate stands with Pope Francis and the scientific consensus that: 
 
 
human activity is the primary driver of climate change, 
 
present climate trends are unsustainable, and 
 
immediate action must be taken to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions in order to limit the deleterious effects of human-induced climate change.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6402-6403)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning September 13, 2015, as "National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week".

Bill: 114-sres-245
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Allied health services
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Health personnel

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Designates the week of September 13, 2015, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week.
 
Commends direct support professionals as integral to long-term support and services for individuals with disabilities.
 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the successful implementation of the public policies affecting individuals with disabilities depends on the dedication of direct support professionals.

action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of September 13, 2015, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week.
 
Commends direct support professionals as integral to long-term support and services for individuals with disabilities.
 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the successful implementation of the public policies affecting individuals with disabilities depends on the dedication of direct support professionals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6659-6660)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6659-6660)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6403-6404; text of measure as introduced: CR S6403)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating 80 years since the creation of Social Security.

Bill: 114-sres-246
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Social Welfare
Subjects: Disability assistance
Government trust funds
Social security and elderly assistance

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that:
 
 
Social Security earned benefits that are crucial to the economic security of our nation and must be preserved to ensure future generations of Americans are protected;
 
with the strong support of the federal government, Social Security must continue to deliver guaranteed retirement and life insurance benefits for workers and their families, as well as serve as an indispensable safety net for the most vulnerable segments of American society; and
 
while the trust funds that support Social Security are projected to pay all benefits through 2034, Congress should act to ensure this vital program can support workers and families far into the future, but should reject proposals that weaken or privatize Social Security and should consider proposals to strengthen Social Security benefits.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6404-6405; text of measure as introduced: CR S6404)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating and honoring the actions of President Harry S. Truman and the crews of the Enola Gay and Bockscar in using the atomic bomb to bring World War II to an end.

Bill: 114-sres-247
Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Japan
Military history
Military operations and strategy
Nuclear weapons
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Commemorates and honors: (1) the decision of President Harry S. Truman to use atomic bombs against Japan to bring an end to World War II; and (2) the actions by the crews of the Enola Gay and the Bockscar in carrying out missions against Hiroshima and Nagasaki, respectively, that accomplished tactical objectives and saved the lives of U.S. citizens.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6405)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2015 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill: 114-sres-248
Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL]
Introduced: 2015-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Health care quality
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Research administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: 
Designates September 2015 as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Declares that steps should be taken to: (1) raise awareness of prostate cancer, (2) encourage research so that screening and treatment for prostate cancer may be improved, and (3) improve access to care for prostate cancer.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6426; text as passed Senate: CR S6405)
action_date: 2015-08-05
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 S6426; text as passed Senate: CR S6405)
action_date: 2015-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the Red Land Little League Team of Lewisberry, Pennsylvania for the performance of the team in the 2015 Little League World Series.

Bill: 114-sres-249
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2015-09-09 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Outdoor recreation
Pennsylvania
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: 
Congratulates the Red Land Little League Team of Lewisberry, Pennsylvania, on its performance at the 69th Little League World Series Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6537)
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of Richard Schultz Schweiker, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Bill: 114-sres-250
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2015-09-09 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Pennsylvania
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: 
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Richard Schultz Schweiker, former member of the United States Senate.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on September 9, 2015, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the former Senator.

action_date: 2015-09-09
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 Richard Schultz Schweiker, former member of the United States Senate.
 
Declares that when the Senate adjourns on September 9, 2015, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the former Senator.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6540; text as passed Senate: CR S6537-6538)
action_date: 2015-09-09
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 S6540; text as passed Senate: CR S6537-6538)
action_date: 2015-09-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution welcoming King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain on their official visit to the United States, including visits to Miami and St. Augustine, Florida.

Bill: 114-sres-253
Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL]
Introduced: 2015-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Spain

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
Welcomes King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain during their visit to the United States.
 
 Expresses the Senate's appreciation for the efforts of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia to strengthen the bonds between the people and governments of the United States and Spain.

action_date: 2015-09-17
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Welcomes King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain during their visit to the United States.
 
 Expresses the Senate's appreciation for the efforts of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia to strengthen the bonds between the people and governments of the United States and Spain.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6818)
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6818)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6656-6657)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-254
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2015-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Historical and cultural resources
Racial and ethnic relations

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
Recognizes the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2015, through October 15, 2015. 
 
Esteems the integral role of Latinos and their manifold heritage in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States. 

action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Recognizes the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2015, through October 15, 2015. 
 
Esteems the integral role of Latinos and their manifold heritage in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6657)
action_date: 2015-09-15
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 S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6657)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning September 14, 2015, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.

Bill: 114-sres-255
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2015-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Minority education

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
 Recognizes the achievements and goals of Hispanic-serving educational institutions across the United States. 

Designates the week beginning September 14, 2015, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week. 


action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
 Recognizes the achievements and goals of Hispanic-serving educational institutions across the United States. 

Designates the week beginning September 14, 2015, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week. 

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6657-6658)
action_date: 2015-09-15
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 S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6657-6658)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2015 as "School Bus Safety Month".

Bill: 114-sres-256
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Introduced: 2015-09-15 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: 2015-09-15
text: 
Designates September 2015 as School Bus Safety Month. 

action_date: 2015-09-15
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates September 2015 as School Bus Safety Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6658)
action_date: 2015-09-15
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 S6660; text as passed Senate: CR S6658)
action_date: 2015-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver on their graduation from Ranger School.

Bill: 114-sres-257
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2015-09-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: 
Recognizes the patriotism and historic contributions to the United States by Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver.
 
 Commends their character, courage, and tenacity as the first women to earn the Ranger tab signifying graduation from Ranger School.
 
 Congratulates them for their inspiring and ground breaking accomplishments.

action_date: 2015-09-21
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Recognizes the patriotism and historic contributions to the United States by Captain Kristen Griest and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver.
 
 Commends their character, courage, and tenacity as the first women to earn the Ranger tab signifying graduation from Ranger School.
 
 Congratulates them for their inspiring and ground breaking accomplishments.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-21
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-21
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-21
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6855)
action_date: 2015-09-21
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6855)
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S6816; text of measure as introduced: CR S6816)
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 20 through 26, 2015, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".

Bill: 114-sres-258
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Introduced: 2015-09-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: 
Designates the week of September 20-26, 2015, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

action_date: 2015-09-24
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)
 
Designates the week of September 20-26, 2015, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.
 
Encourages people across the United States to support programs to assist individuals in need of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy programs. 
 
Recognizes the importance of such programs. 
 
Calls upon public, private, and non-profit entities to support increased access to adult education and family literacy programs to ensure a literate society.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2015-09-24
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-24
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2015-09-24
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6949)
action_date: 2015-09-24
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6949)
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6816-6817)
action_date: 2015-09-17
text: Introduced in Senate