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A resolution congratulating the University of Florida baseball team for winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association College World Series.

Bill: 115-sres-240
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2017-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Florida
Higher education
School athletics

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: 
 Commends the University of Florida for winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association College World Series.

action_date: 2017-08-01
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
 Commends the University of Florida for winning the 2017 National Collegiate Athletic Association College World Series.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4695; text of measure as introduced: CR S4673)
action_date: 2017-08-01
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 S4695; text of measure as introduced: CR S4673)
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.

Bill: 115-sres-241
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2017-08-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Military history
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.

action_date: 2017-08-01
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4673; consideration: CR S4695; text of measure as introduced: CR S4673-4674)
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4673; consideration: CR S4695; text of measure as introduced: CR S4673-4674)
action_date: 2017-08-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate about a strategy to deploy fifth generation mobile networks (5G networks) and next-generation wireless and wired technologies to promote economic development and digital innovation throughout the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-242
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2017-08-02 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Advanced technology and technological innovations
Consumer affairs
Economic development
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Rural conditions and development
Telecommunication rates and fees
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: 
Supports the deployment and advancement of fifth generation (5G) mobile networks to encourage economic growth and reduce the digital divide between urban and rural areas.
 
Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should commit to modernizing infrastructure policies to meet demand for wireless broadband services; increase access, quality, and affordability of broadband services; and continue participation in global efforts to create standards for 5G networks.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4775)
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Joseph Leon George should be honored for heroism at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941.

Bill: 115-sres-243
Sponsor: Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ]
Introduced: 2017-08-02 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Hawaii
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: 
 Honors the heroism of Boatswain's Mate Second Class Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of six sailors on December 7, 1941.
 
Urges the U.S. Navy to consider revisiting decorating and honoring the heroism of Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of six sailors on December 7, 1941.

action_date: 2017-09-07
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Honors the heroism of Boatswain's Mate Second Class Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of six sailors on December 7, 1941.
 
Urges the U.S. Navy to consider revisiting decorating and honoring the heroism of Joseph Leon George in saving the lives of six sailors on December 7, 1941.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5024)
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5024)
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4775-4776; text of measure as introduced: CR S4775-4776)
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to authorize testimony, document production, and representation in United States of America v. Robert Menendez, et al.

Bill: 115-sres-244
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Introduced: 2017-08-02 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional officers and employees
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Evidence and witnesses
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: 
 Authorizes: (1) current and former Members and employees of the Senate to testify and produce documents in the case of
 United States of America v. Robert Menendez, et al.
, and related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent such individuals in connection with such case.

action_date: 2017-08-02
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Authorizes: (1) current and former Members and employees of the Senate to testify and produce documents in the case of
 United States of America v. Robert Menendez, et al.
, and related proceedings, except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted; and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent such individuals in connection with such case.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4776; text of measure as introduced: CR S4776)
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S4776; text of measure as introduced: CR S4776)
action_date: 2017-08-02
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the first week in August 2017 as "World Breastfeeding Week", and designating August 2017 as "National Breastfeeding Month".

Bill: 115-sres-246
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Introduced: 2017-08-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Nutrition and diet
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
 Designates the first week of August 2017 as World Breastfeeding Week and designates August 2017 as National Breastfeeding Month.
 
Expresses support for policies and funding to ensure that all mothers who choose to breastfeed can access a full range of support.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4881)
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating July 29, 2017, as "Paralympic and Adaptive Sport Day".

Bill: 115-sres-247
Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT]
Introduced: 2017-08-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Military personnel and dependents
Olympic games
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
Designates July 29, 2017, as Paralympic and Adaptive Sport Day.
 
Supports the inclusive goals, ideals, and values of the International Paralympic Movement.
 
Acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of members of the Armed Forces who sustained a traumatic injury and impairment while serving the United States.
 
Promotes a more inclusive society for all individuals with impairments through paralympic and adaptive sports.
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates July 29, 2017, as Paralympic and Adaptive Sport Day.
 
Supports the inclusive goals, ideals, and values of the International Paralympic Movement.
 
Acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of members of the Armed Forces who sustained a traumatic injury and impairment while serving the United States.
 
Promotes a more inclusive society for all individuals with impairments through paralympic and adaptive sports.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882, S4894; text: CR S4882)
action_date: 2017-08-03
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 S4882, S4894; text: CR S4882)
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that flowers grown in the United States support the farmers, small businesses, jobs, and economy of the United States, that flower farming is an honorable vocation, and designating July as "American Grown Flower Month".

Bill: 115-sres-248
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Introduced: 2017-08-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Horticulture and plants
Small business

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
Designates July 2017 as American Grown Flower Month. Recognizes that flowers grown in the United States support farmers, small businesses, jobs, and the economy; are a vital part of the U.S. agricultural industry; and enhance the ability of the people of the United States to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Urges all people of the United States to proactively showcase flowers and greens grown in the United States.

action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates July 2017 as American Grown Flower Month. Recognizes that flowers grown in the United States support farmers, small businesses, jobs, and the economy; are a vital part of the U.S. agricultural industry; and enhance the ability of the people of the United States to celebrate holidays and special occasions. Urges all people of the United States to proactively showcase flowers and greens grown in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882, S4894; text: CR S4882)
action_date: 2017-08-03
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 S4882, S4894; text: CR S4882)
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2017 as "National Child Awareness Month" to promote awareness of charities that benefit children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-249
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Introduced: 2017-08-03 in the Senate
Policy area: Families
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
Designates September 2017 as National Child Awareness Month to: (1) promote awareness of youth-serving charities and organizations throughout the United States, and (2) recognize the efforts made by those charities and organizations as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

action_date: 2017-08-03
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates September 2017 as National Child Awareness Month to: (1) promote awareness of youth-serving charities and organizations throughout the United States, and (2) recognize the efforts made by those charities and organizations as critical contributions to the future of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4882-4883, S4894; text: CR S4882-4883)
action_date: 2017-08-03
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 S4882-4883, S4894; text: CR S4882-4883)
action_date: 2017-08-03
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution condemning horrific acts of violence against Burma's Rohingya population and calling on Aung San Suu Kyi to play an active role in ending this humanitarian tragedy.

Bill: 115-sres-250
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2017-09-07 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Burma
Citizenship and naturalization
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: 
Condemns: (1) the violence and displacement inflicted on Burma's (Myanmar's) Rohingya civilians, and (2) the attacks by the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army militant group. 
 
Calls for an immediate halt to all hostilities by Burmese authorities.
 
Urges the government of Burma to allow access to the United Nations Fact-Finding Mission on Myanmar and delivery of field work and humanitarian aid.
 
Calls on the government of Burma to implement the August 2017 recommendations of its Advisory Commission on Rakhine State, including: (1) ending restrictions on Rohingya movement, and (2) providing the Rohingya with citizenship. 
 
Encourages Aung San Suu Kyi to: (1) live up to her inspiring words upon receiving the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize with respect to ethnic reconciliation in Burma, and (2) address Rohingya repression.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5059-5061)
action_date: 2017-09-07
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution amending rule XXXI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, to provide for timely consideration of nominations.

Bill: 115-sres-251
Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO]
Introduced: 2017-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Federal officials
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Legislative rules and procedure
Senate
Tax administration and collection, taxpayers

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
Amends Rule XXXI (Executive Session - Proceedings on Nominations) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to discharge the committee considering a presidential nomination and make the nomination eligible for expedited consideration if the nomination has not been confirmed or rejected within 180 days after the nominee completes the following requirements:

 
an agreement with the Office of Government Ethics;
 
a financial disclosure form;
 
a background check conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
 
a questionnaire of each relevant committee;
 
tax forms, if required by a relevant committee; and
 
any other requirements of a relevant committee.
 
 
Limits expedited consideration to two hours.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2017 as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month".

Bill: 115-sres-252
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2017-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Disability and paralysis
Health personnel
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
Designates September 2017 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. 
 
Expresses support for: (1) research to find better treatments and a cure for spinal cord injuries, and (2) clinical trials for new therapies for individuals living with paralysis.
 
Commends the dedication of organizations, researchers, doctors, and others that are working to improve the quality of life of individuals living with spinal cord injuries and their families. 
 
 
 
 

action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates September 2017 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. 
 
Expresses support for: (1) research to find better treatments and a cure for spinal cord injuries, and (2) clinical trials for new therapies for individuals living with paralysis.
 
Commends the dedication of organizations, researchers, doctors, and others that are working to improve the quality of life of individuals living with spinal cord injuries and their families. 
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5706-5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5706-5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning September 18, 2017, as "National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week".

Bill: 115-sres-253
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2017-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Caribbean area
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Higher education
Minority education
Puerto Rico

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
Designates the week beginning on September 18, 2017, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.

 

action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates the week beginning on September 18, 2017, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution relative to the death of Pietro "Pete" Vichi Domenici, former United States Senator for the State of New Mexico.

Bill: 115-sres-254
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Introduced: 2017-09-13 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
New Mexico
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: 
 Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of Pete V. Domenici, former member of the U.S.Senate.
 
 Declares that when the Senate adjourns September 13, 2017, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the late Senator Domenici.

action_date: 2017-09-13
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 Pete V. Domenici, former member of the U.S.Senate.
 
 Declares that when the Senate adjourns September 13, 2017, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the late Senator Domenici.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5707; text: CR S5485)
action_date: 2017-09-13
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the National Federation of Federal Employees on the celebration of the 100th anniversary of its founding and recognizing the vital contributions of its members to the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-255
Sponsor: Sen. Heitkamp, Heidi [D-ND]
Introduced: 2017-09-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Labor-management relations

Summary:
action_date: 2017-09-14
text: 
Congratulates and honors the National Federation of Federal Employees on its 100th anniversary. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2017-09-14
text: Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5746)
action_date: 2017-09-14
text: Introduced in Senate