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A resolution commemorating the 230th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-272
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Constitution and constitutional amendments
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Commemorates the 230th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.

action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Commemorates the 230th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6229-6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6229-6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of September 2017 as "Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month" in order to educate communities across the United States about sickle cell disease and the need for research, early detection methods, effective treatments, and preventative care programs with respect to sickle cell disease, complications from sickle cell disease, and conditions related to sickle cell disease.

Bill: 115-sres-273
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Blood and blood diseases
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Hereditary and development disorders
Minority health

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. (Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.)
 
Encourages people to hold events and activities to raise awareness of preventive care programs, treatments, and other patient services for those suffering from sickle cell disease.

action_date: 2017-09-28
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 Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month. (Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder than can lead to pain, anemia, infections, and stroke.)
 
Encourages people to hold events and activities to raise awareness of preventive care programs, treatments, and other patient services for those suffering from sickle cell disease.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Retirement Security Week, including raising public awareness of the various tax-preferred retirement vehicles, increasing personal financial literacy, and engaging the people of the United States on the keys to success in achieving and maintaining retirement security throughout their lifetimes.

Bill: 115-sres-274
Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Employee benefits and pensions
Financial literacy
Financial services and investments
Income tax deferral

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Retirement Security Week.
 
Acknowledges the need to raise public awareness of a variety of tax-preferred retirement vehicles.

action_date: 2017-09-28
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 Retirement Security Week.
 
Acknowledges the need to raise public awareness of a variety of tax-preferred retirement vehicles.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6230)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial of the University.

Bill: 115-sres-275
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Educational facilities and institutions
Higher education
Illinois

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Congratulates the Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of the university.

action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Congratulates the Northeastern Illinois University on the sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of the university.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2017 as "Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month".

Bill: 115-sres-276
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Health personnel
Medical research
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Designates Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.)
 
Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease. Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials.
Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month. (Pulmonary fibrosis is scarring of the lungs that causes breathing problems.)
 
Expresses continued support for more robust and accelerated research to develop more effective treatments for pulmonary fibrosis and to ultimately find a cure for the disease. 
 
Recognizes the ongoing courage and contributions of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis who participate in clinical trials.
Commends the dedication of those working to improve the quality of life of individuals with pulmonary fibrosis and the families of those individuals.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 25 through 29, 2017, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week".

Bill: 115-sres-277
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Introduced: 2017-09-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Adult education and literacy
Commemorative events and holidays

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
Designates the week of September 25-29, 2017, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

action_date: 2017-09-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of September 25-29, 2017, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
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 S6234; text: CR S6231)
action_date: 2017-09-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing condolences to the victims of Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, and Hurricane Maria, commending the resiliency of the people of Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the United States Virgin Islands, and expressing gratitude to other neighboring States willing to stand by the people of the affected areas during the relief and recovery efforts.

Bill: 115-sres-278
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2017-10-02 in the Senate
Policy area: Emergency Management
Subjects: Caribbean area
Congressional tributes
Disaster relief and insurance
First responders and emergency personnel
Florida
Law enforcement officers
Louisiana
Natural disasters
Puerto Rico
Texas
Virgin Islands

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-02
text: 
Expresses condolences to the victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria. 
 
Commends the resiliency and courage of the people of Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Commits to provide the necessary resources to rebuild their communities.
 
Applauds the work and commitment of emergency responders and law enforcement officers on the ground in the aftermath of such hurricanes.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6261-6262)
action_date: 2017-10-02
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of October 2 through October 6, 2017, as "National Health Information Technology Week" to recognize the value of health information technology in transforming and improving the healthcare system for all people in the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-280
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2017-10-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health information and medical records
Health technology, devices, supplies

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-03
text: 
Designates October 2-October 6, 2017, as National Health Information Technology Week, recognizes the value of information technology in transforming health care, and encourages all interested parties to promote the use of information technology.

action_date: 2017-10-25
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates October 2-October 6, 2017, as National Health Information Technology Week, recognizes the value of information technology in transforming health care, and encourages all interested parties to promote the use of information technology.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-25
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2017-10-25
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2017-10-25
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6820)
action_date: 2017-10-25
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6820)
action_date: 2017-10-03
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6291-6292)
action_date: 2017-10-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution urging the President of the United States to allow for the full public release of all remaining records pertaining to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy that are held by the National Archives and Records Administration and to reject any claims for the continued postponement of the full public release of those records

Bill: 115-sres-281
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2017-10-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Criminal justice information and records
Freedom of information
Government information and archives
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
Urges the President to: (1) permit the full public release of all remaining National Archives and Records Administration records pertaining to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, and (2) reject any claims for the continued postponement of the such release.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6322)
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the National Archives and Records Administration and its staff for working to comply with the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992 and release all records related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy by October 26, 2017.

Bill: 115-sres-282
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2017-10-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Freedom of information
Government information and archives
National Archives and Records Administration
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
Commends the National Archives and Records Administration and its staff for working to comply with the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992 and release all records related to President Kennedy's assassination by October 26, 2017.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6323)
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning October 15, 2017, as "National Character Counts Week".

Bill: 115-sres-283
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2017-10-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Child care and development
Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
Designates the week beginning October 15, 2017, as National Character Counts Week.

action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week beginning October 15, 2017, as National Character Counts Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6324-6325; text of measure as introduced: CR S6323)
action_date: 2017-10-04
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 S6324-6325; text of measure as introduced: CR S6323)
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling on Congress, schools, and State and local educational agencies to recognize the significant educational implications of dyslexia that must be addressed, and designating October 2017 as "National Dyslexia Awareness Month".

Bill: 115-sres-284
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Introduced: 2017-10-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Neurological disorders
Special education

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
Designates October 2017 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month, and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.

action_date: 2017-10-04
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates October 2017 as National Dyslexia Awareness Month, and calls on Congress, schools, and educational agencies to recognize that dyslexia has significant educational implications that must be addressed.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6325; text of measure as introduced: CR S6323)
action_date: 2017-10-04
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 S6325; text of measure as introduced: CR S6323)
action_date: 2017-10-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life and achievements of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook.

Bill: 115-sres-285
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Introduced: 2017-10-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Georgia
Higher education
Racial and ethnic relations
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
Honors the life and achievements of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook.

action_date: 2018-12-22
text: 
Honors the life and achievements of Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-12-22
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-12-22
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-12-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8036)
action_date: 2018-12-22
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8036)
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6367)
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the role of the United States in ensuring children in the poorest countries have access to a quality education through the Global Partnership for Education.

Bill: 115-sres-286
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2017-10-05 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Education of the disadvantaged
Education programs funding
Elementary and secondary education
Foreign aid and international relief
International organizations and cooperation
Public-private cooperation
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
Affirms U.S. leadership and commitment to improving access to quality education for the poorest and most marginalized children and youth worldwide.
 
Supports the mission and goals of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) to mobilize global and national efforts to contribute to the achievement of equitable, quality education and learning.
 
Recognizes that U.S. investments in bilateral basic education are complemented by GPE's education systems approach and convening authority.
 
Encourages increased commitment and investment by the U.S. government, international donors, private foundations, and private sector donors through the GPE to the global effort to ensure that children and youth are in school.
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6367)
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 8, 2017, as "National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day".

Bill: 115-sres-287
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2017-10-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Alternative and renewable resources
Commemorative events and holidays
Energy storage, supplies, demand

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
Designates October 8, 2017, as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day.

action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates October 8, 2017, as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6375; text of measure as introduced: CR S6368)
action_date: 2017-10-05
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 S6375; text of measure as introduced: CR S6368)
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of October 1 through 7, 2017, as "National Community Policing Week".

Bill: 115-sres-288
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2017-10-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Crime prevention
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
Designates the week of October 1-October 7, 2017, as National Community Policing Week, and expresses support for community policing.

action_date: 2017-10-05
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week of October 1-October 7, 2017, as National Community Policing Week, and expresses support for community policing.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6375; text of measure as introduced: CR S6368)
action_date: 2017-10-05
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 S6375; text of measure as introduced: CR S6368)
action_date: 2017-10-05
text: Introduced in Senate