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A resolution designating the week of September 5 through September 9, 2016, as "Recognizing the 40th Anniversary of Women at the United States Naval Academy Week".

Bill: 114-sres-550
Sponsor: Sen. Mikulski, Barbara A. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2016-09-08 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Maryland
Military education and training
Military personnel and dependents
Women's education
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
Designates the week of September 5-September 9, 2016, as Recognizing the 40th Anniversary of Women at the United States Naval Academy Week.
 
 Honors women who serve in the Armed Forces.

action_date: 2016-09-08
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of September 5-September 9, 2016, as Recognizing the 40th Anniversary of Women at the United States Naval Academy Week.
 
 Honors women who serve in the Armed Forces.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-09-08
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the Maine-Endwell Little League Team of Endwell, New York, for the victory of the team in the 2016 Little League World Series.

Bill: 114-sres-551
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2016-09-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
New York State

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: 
Congratulates the Maine-Endwell Little League Team on winning the 70th Little League Baseball World Series championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5504)
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the fifteenth anniversary of NATO's invocation of Article V to defend the United States following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

Bill: 114-sres-552
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2016-09-12 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Defense spending
Europe
International law and treaties
Military personnel and dependents
Montenegro
Poland
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: 
Commemorates the 15th anniversary of NATO's invocation of Article V to defend the United States after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.
 
Commends: (1) the contributions of the NATO allies and partners of the United States in the fight against terrorism and in pursuit of international security, and (2) the NATO alliance for decisions taken at the July 2016 Warsaw Summit and the President for investing in the European Reassurance Initiative to enhance deterrence and project international stability beyond NATO.
 
Honors those men and women who have died for the cause of common defense of the North Atlantic Treaty allies.
 
Recommits the United States to the treaty, especially to common defense of treaty allies, and affirms that the United States remains fully prepared, capable, and willing to honor its commitments under Article V.
 
Encourages all NATO allies to continue their valuable contributions to the alliance, including by investing at least 2% of gross domestic product in national defense spending.
 
Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to deterring those who seek to destabilize the Euro-Atlantic area and to maintaining an &quot;Open Door&quot; policy on welcoming new members. Welcomes the alliance's invitation to Montenegro.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5504-5505)
action_date: 2016-09-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the challenges the conflict in Syria poses to long-term stability and prosperity in Lebanon.

Bill: 114-sres-553
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Jordan
Lebanon
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Syria
Terrorism
Turkey
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
Recognizes the importance of bilateral U.S. assistance to the government of Lebanon in building its capacity to provide services and security and curbing Hizbollah's influence.
 
Encourages coordination between the Department of State, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and humanitarian organizations to ensure that refugees from the conflict in Syria are supported so as to mitigate any adverse effect on their host countries. 
 
Recognizes that it is in U.S. interests to seek a negotiated end to the conflict in Syria that includes the ultimate departure of Bashar al-Assad, which would allow for the eventual return of the millions of Syrian refugees in Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, and other countries.
 
Supports full implementation of U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701 (calling for the disarmament of all armed groups in Lebanon). 
 
Recognizes the Lebanese Armed Forces as the sole institution entrusted with the defense of Lebanon's sovereignty, and supports U.S. partnerships with the LAF, particularly through the global coalition to defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5673)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life of Jacob Wetterling and the efforts of Patty Wetterling and the Wetterling family to find abducted children and support their families.

Bill: 114-sres-554
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Congressional tributes
Crime prevention
Crimes against children
Sex offenses

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
Honors the life of Jacob Wetterling and the efforts of Patty Wetterling and the Wetterling family to prevent child exploitation and abductions across the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5673)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the Optical Society on its 100th anniversary.

Bill: 114-sres-555
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Photography and imaging
Research administration and funding
Scientific communication

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
Congratulates the Optical Society on its 100th anniversary.
 
Reaffirms the critical role that optics and photonics have played over the last 100 years and continue to play in the U.S. economy and the lives of the people of the United States.
 
Recognizes the importance of continued investment in fundamental optics and photonics research. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5673)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 12 through September 16, 2016, as "National Family Service Learning Week".

Bill: 114-sres-556
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Family relationships
Public-private cooperation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
Supports the designation of September 12-16, 2016, as National Family Service Week to raise awareness about the importance of family service learning, family literacy, community service, and two-generational learning experiences. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5674)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2016 as "School Bus Safety Month".

Bill: 114-sres-557
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 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: 2016-09-13
text: 
Designates September 2016 as School Bus Safety Month. 

action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates September 2016 as School Bus Safety Month. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (considered: CR S5678; text as passed Senate: CR S5674)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(considered: CR S5678; text as passed Senate: CR S5674)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the memory and legacy of the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives due to the tragic flooding in the State of Louisiana in August 2016.

Bill: 114-sres-558
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Introduced: 2016-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Disaster relief and insurance
First responders and emergency personnel
Floods and storm protection
Law enforcement officers
Louisiana
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Texas

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
Honors the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives in the August 2016 flooding. Extends condolences and prayers to the families of the victims and to all affected individuals in the communities of the flooded parishes.
 
Recognizes the law enforcement officers, first responders, and volunteers who have demonstrated tremendous resolve throughout the recovery.
 
Commends the individuals working to care and provide for the injured and displaced.
 
Applauds the support, assistance, and aid provided by people across the United States.
 
Pledges to continue to work together to support Louisiana in its time of need.
 
 
 
 

action_date: 2016-09-13
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Honors the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives in the August 2016 flooding. Extends condolences and prayers to the families of the victims and to all affected individuals in the communities of the flooded parishes.
 
Recognizes the law enforcement officers, first responders, and volunteers who have demonstrated tremendous resolve throughout the recovery.
 
Commends the individuals working to care and provide for the injured and displaced.
 
Applauds the support, assistance, and aid provided by people across the United States.
 
Pledges to continue to work together to support Louisiana in its time of need.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (considered: CR S5678; text as passed Senate: CR S5674)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(considered: CR S5678; text as passed Senate: CR S5674)
action_date: 2016-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 12, 2016, as "National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week".

Bill: 114-sres-559
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2016-09-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Allied health services
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Health personnel

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-14
text: 
Designates the week of September 12, 2016, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week.
 
Commends direct support professionals for being 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: 2016-09-14
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of September 12, 2016, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week.
 
Commends direct support professionals for being 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: 2016-09-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5727; text as passed Senate: CR S5725)
action_date: 2016-09-14
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 S5727; text as passed Senate: CR S5725)
action_date: 2016-09-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 30, 2016, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.

Bill: 114-sres-560
Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN]
Introduced: 2016-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
Mining
Nuclear weapons

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: 
 Designates October 30, 2016, as a national day of remembrance for U.S. nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers.

action_date: 2016-11-16
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
 Designates October 30, 2016, as a national day of remembrance for U.S. nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-11-16
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-11-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-11-16
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6421)
action_date: 2016-11-16
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6421)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting efforts to increase competition and accountability in the health insurance marketplace, and to extend accessible, quality, affordable health care coverage to every American through the choice of a public insurance plan.

Bill: 114-sres-561
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2016-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Health care costs and insurance
Health care coverage and access

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: 
 Expresses support for efforts to build on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act by ensuring that individuals have access to a public health insurance option.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for designation of the week of October 9, 2016, through October 15, 2016, as "Earth Science Week".

Bill: 114-sres-562
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Introduced: 2016-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Earth sciences
Elementary and secondary education
Science and engineering education

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: 
Supports the designation of the week of October 9-15, 2016, as Earth Science Week.
 
Expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of Earth Science Week to increase understanding of and interest in the earth sciences at the local, state, national, and international levels. 
 
Recognizes the importance of education and public outreach efforts to ensure that the people of the United States gains a better understanding and appreciation for the impact of the earth sciences on their daily lives. 
 
Encourages K-12 students to participate in local, state, and national events in connection with Earth Science Week and to get involved in the celebration by exploring artistic and academic applications of the earth sciences. 

action_date: 2016-09-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Supports the designation of the week of October 9-15, 2016, as Earth Science Week.
 
Expresses strong support for the goals and ideals of Earth Science Week to increase understanding of and interest in the earth sciences at the local, state, national, and international levels. 
 
Recognizes the importance of education and public outreach efforts to ensure that the people of the United States gain a better understanding of and appreciation for the impact of the earth sciences on their daily lives. 
 
Encourages K-12 students to participate in local, state, and national events in connection with Earth Science Week and to get involved in the celebration by exploring artistic and academic applications of the earth sciences. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-28
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-09-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2016-09-28
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6197)
action_date: 2016-09-28
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6197)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5848-5849)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling on the Department of Defense, other elements of the Federal Government, and foreign countries to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, and identify all missing and unaccounted-for personnel of the United States.

Bill: 114-sres-563
Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ]
Introduced: 2016-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Government studies and investigations
International organizations and cooperation
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: 
Calls upon: (1) the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, other elements of the Department of Defense and the federal government, and all foreign countries to intensify efforts to investigate, recover, identify and account for all missing and unaccounted for U.S. personnel; and (2) all foreign countries with information on missing U.S. personnel, or with missing U.S. personnel within their territories, to cooperate with the U.S. government to provide the fullest possible accounting for all such personnel.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5849)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution condemning North Korea's fifth nuclear test on September 9, 2016.

Bill: 114-sres-564
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2016-09-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Arms control and nonproliferation
Asia
Aviation and airports
China
Currency
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Energy storage, supplies, demand
Foreign and international banking
Foreign labor
Human rights
International law and treaties
Japan
Manufacturing
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Motor fuels
North Korea
Nuclear weapons
Sanctions
South Korea
Trade restrictions
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: 
Condemns the North Korean regime for continuing its dangerous provocations. Calls on: (1) such regime to unconditionally abandon its nuclear weapons and missile programs, and (2) China to exercise its leverage to halt such programs.
 
Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending allies in the region, including through deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery to South Korea and through joint U.S.-Japan efforts to develop the next generation of missile defense interceptors. Reinforces longstanding U.S. commitments to provide extended deterrence to South Korea and Japan.
 
Expresses support for ongoing efforts to strengthen the U.S.-South Korea alliance, to defend the alliance against provocations by North Korea, and to protect U.S. Armed Forces stationed on the Korean Peninsula.
 
Calls on all Security Council members to pass new measures under Article 41 of the United Nations Charter, including:
 
 
 stricter measures to eliminate exceptions in current Security Council resolution sanctions; 
 
 further restrictions on imports and exports of such sectoral commodities as coal, iron, and precious metals and the prohibition on fuel oil exports to North Korea; 
 
 elimination of access to international financial markets and banking for entities involved in North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile programs; 
 
 restrictions on the use of North Korean subcontractors in global supply chains;
 
 restrictions on the supply of aviation fuel and a ban on civilian aviation; 
 
 a ban on bulk cash transfers to and from North Korea; 
 
 prevention of the use of North Korean labor in third-country projects and agreements; and 
 
 a downgrading of North Korean diplomatic representation.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5849-5850)
action_date: 2016-09-15
text: Introduced in Senate