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A resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of Cascade Head Preserve, an Oregon natural icon.

Bill: 114-sres-460
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Introduced: 2016-05-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Forests, forestry, trees
Land use and conservation
Oregon
Outdoor recreation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Travel and tourism
Wilderness and natural areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, habitats

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-10
text: 
Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Cascade Head Preserve in Oregon.
 
Applauds the outstanding commitment of the Preserve's stewards, naturalists, volunteers, and community leaders in:
 
 
protecting the ecological significance of the Preserve, and 
 
supporting the local economy through tourism and recreation. 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-10
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2671-2672)
action_date: 2016-05-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, John Sopko, and his office for their efforts in providing accountability for taxpayer dollars spent in Afghanistan.

Bill: 114-sres-461
Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY]
Introduced: 2016-05-12 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Accounting and auditing
Afghanistan
Asia
Congressional tributes
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government studies and investigations
Military operations and strategy

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
Commends the Office of the Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction for its ongoing role in identifying and reducing waste, fraud, and abuse. 
 
Urges all inspectors general to look to the Office as an example of the vigor and independence with which the Senate expects them to pursue their duty. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2751)
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution urging the United States Soccer Federation to immediately eliminate gender pay inequity and treat all athletes with the same respect and dignity.

Bill: 114-sres-462
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Introduced: 2016-05-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Professional sports
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Wages and earnings

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
Urges the United States Soccer Federation to immediately end gender pay inequity and to treat all athletes with respect and dignity.
 
Expresses support for an end to pay discrimination based on gender and the strengthening of equal pay protections.

action_date: 2016-05-26
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Urges the United States Soccer Federation to immediately end gender pay inequity and to treat all athletes with respect and dignity.
 
Expresses support for an end to pay discrimination based on gender and the strengthening of equal pay protections.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3257)
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3257)
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3257)
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3257)
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2751-2752)
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the memory and service of Omaha Police Officer Kerrie Orozco.

Bill: 114-sres-463
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Introduced: 2016-05-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Law enforcement officers
Nebraska

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
Honors the memory and service of Officer Kerrie Orozco, of the Omaha Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on May 20, 2015.

action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Honors the memory and service of Officer Kerrie Orozco, of the Omaha Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on May 20, 2015.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2794-2795; text of measure as introduced: CR S2752)
action_date: 2016-05-12
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 S2794-2795; text of measure as introduced: CR S2752)
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Alaska State Troopers.

Bill: 114-sres-464
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2016-05-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Alaska
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
Congratulates the Alaska State Troopers on its 75th anniversary. 
 
Expresses appreciation to the commissioned officers and civilian personnel of the Alaska State Troopers, to the Village Public Safety Officers, and to their families for their service and sacrifice.
 
 

action_date: 2016-05-12
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Congratulates the Alaska State Troopers on its 75th anniversary. 
 
Expresses appreciation to the commissioned officers and civilian personnel of the Alaska State Troopers, to the Village Public Safety Officers, and to their families for their service and sacrifice.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2795; text of measure as introduced: CR S2752)
action_date: 2016-05-12
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 S2795; text of measure as introduced: CR S2752)
action_date: 2016-05-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the United States solar energy industry in its effort to bring low-cost, clean, 21st-century solar technology into homes and businesses across the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-465
Sponsor: Sen. Heinrich, Martin [D-NM]
Introduced: 2016-05-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Alternative and renewable resources
Electric power generation and transmission

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: 
Expresses support for the solar energy industry in its effort to bring low-cost, clean, 21st-century solar technology into homes and businesses.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2826)
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster-care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster-care system.

Bill: 114-sres-466
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2016-05-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adoption and foster care
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: 
Supports designation of National Foster Care Month, and recognizes it as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children face in the foster-care system.

action_date: 2016-05-26
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Supports designation of National Foster Care Month, and recognizes it as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children face in the foster-care system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3379-3380)
action_date: 2016-05-26
text: Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3379-3380)
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2826-2827)
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week, to be observed from May 6 through May 12, 2016.

Bill: 114-sres-467
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2016-05-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Nursing

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: 
 Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week. Recognizes the contributions of nurses to the U.S. health care system.

action_date: 2016-05-16
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
 Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Nurses Week. Recognizes the contributions of nurses to the U.S. health care system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2832; text as passed Senate: CR S2827)
action_date: 2016-05-16
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 S2832; text as passed Senate: CR S2827)
action_date: 2016-05-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of May 15 through May 21, 2016, as "National Police Week".

Bill: 114-sres-468
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2016-05-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: 
Designates the week of May 15-May 21, 2016, as National Police Week. 
 
Expresses support for law enforcement officers across the United States for their efforts to build safer and more secure communities. 
 
Recognizes: (1) the need to ensure that law enforcement officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety; and (2) the members of the law enforcement community for their selfless acts of bravery.
 
 Honors and remembers law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.

action_date: 2016-05-17
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of May 15-May 21, 2016, as National Police Week. 
 
Expresses support for law enforcement officers across the United States for their efforts to build safer and more secure communities. 
 
Recognizes: (1) the need to ensure that law enforcement officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety; and (2) the members of the law enforcement community for their selfless acts of bravery.
 
 Honors and remembers law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2910-2911; text as passed Senate: CR S2880-2881)
action_date: 2016-05-17
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 S2910-2911; text as passed Senate: CR S2880-2881)
action_date: 2016-05-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising, a seminal moment in the journey of Ireland to independence.

Bill: 114-sres-469
Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Europe
Ireland
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
 Recognizes the special ties between Ireland and the United States and importance of nurturing and renewing the unique relationship between the two countries. 
 
 Welcomes the program of commemorations in the United States marking the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising of Ireland, including the events taking place in Washington, DC.
 

action_date: 2016-05-19
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
 Recognizes the special ties between Ireland and the United States and importance of nurturing and renewing the unique relationship between the two countries. 
 
 Welcomes the program of commemorations in the United States marking the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising of Ireland, including the events taking place in Washington, DC.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3036; text as passed Senate: CR 5/18/2016 S2978)
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3036; text as passed Senate: CR 5/18/2016 S2978)
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 476.
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2016-05-19
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Portland Cement Association, the national organization for the cement manufacturing and concrete industry.

Bill: 114-sres-470
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Building construction
Commemorative events and holidays
Infrastructure development
Manufacturing

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Portland Cement Association (PCA).
 
Commends the PCA for its work and dedication to:
 
 
the infrastructure of the United States, and 
 
innovative developments. 
 
 
Recognizes the strong initiatives of the PCA to improve the state of the cement industry.
 
Recognizes the members of the PCA and all cement manufacturers on the centennial celebration of the establishment of the PCA. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2978)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of May 15 through May 21, 2016, as "National Public Works Week".

Bill: 114-sres-471
Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK]
Introduced: 2016-05-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Infrastructure development

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
Designates the week of May 15-May 21, 2016, as National Public Works Week.

action_date: 2016-05-18
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of May 15-May 21, 2016, as National Public Works Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2998; text as passed Senate: CR S2978)
action_date: 2016-05-18
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 S2998; text as passed Senate: CR S2978)
action_date: 2016-05-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that a carbon tax would be detrimental to the economy of the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-472
Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Taxation
Subjects: Climate change and greenhouse gases
Energy prices
Oil and gas
Sales and excise taxes
User charges and fees

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that a carbon tax would be detrimental to U.S. families and businesses and is not in the best interest of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3102-3103)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing appreciation of the goals of American Craft Beer Week and commending the small and independent craft brewers of the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-473
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2016-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Alcoholic beverages
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Food industry and services
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
Appreciates the goals of American Craft Beer Week, established by the Brewers Association, which represents the U.S. small craft brewers.
 
Recognizes their significant contributions to the economy and to the communities in which they are located.
 
Commends them for providing jobs, supporting U.S. agriculture, improving the balance of trade, and educating the people of the United States and beer lovers around the world about the history and culture of beer while promoting the legal and responsible consumption of beer.

action_date: 2016-05-24
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Appreciates the goals of American Craft Beer Week, established by the Brewers Association, which represents the U.S. small craft brewers.
 
Recognizes their significant contributions to the economy and to the communities in which they are located.
 
Commends them for providing jobs, supporting U.S. agriculture, improving the balance of trade, and educating the people of the United States and beer lovers around the world about the history and culture of beer while promoting the legal and responsible consumption of beer.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3128; text as passed Senate: CR S3103)
action_date: 2016-05-24
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 S3128; text as passed Senate: CR S3103)
action_date: 2016-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
Steermark Accountability Resolution

Bill: 114-sres-474
Sponsor: Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ]
Introduced: 2016-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Appropriations
Government information and archives
Legislative rules and procedure
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: 

Steermark Accountability Resolution 

 
Establishes a point of order in the Senate against considering legislation that includes unauthorized appropriations. Permits the point of order to be raised against a provision making an appropriation that: (1) is not made to carry out the provisions of some existing law, treaty stipulation, or act or resolution previously passed by the Senate during that session; or (2) is made to carry out a program, project, or activity for which an authorization of appropriations is not in effect. 
 
Permits the point of order to be waived or suspended in the Senate by a vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn (currently 60 votes). Requires congressional committees to identify and publicly disclose each unauthorized appropriation that is included in reported legislation. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3175)
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race.

Bill: 114-sres-475
Sponsor: Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN]
Introduced: 2016-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Indiana
Motor vehicles
Professional sports

Summary:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: 
Recognizes the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 Mile Race.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3163; text as passed Senate: CR S3175)
action_date: 2016-05-25
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 S3163; text as passed Senate: CR S3175)
action_date: 2016-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate