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A resolution to authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of United States v. Ahmed Alahmedalabdaloklah.

Bill: 115-sres-406
Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY]
Introduced: 2018-02-14 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-14
text: 
Authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Lindsey Graham in the case of 
United States v. Ahmed Alahmedalabdaloklah
.

action_date: 2018-02-14
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Authorizes the Senate Legal Counsel to represent Senator Lindsey Graham in the case of 
United States v. Ahmed Alahmedalabdaloklah
.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-14
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1130; text: CR S969)
action_date: 2018-02-14
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 S1130; text: CR S969)
action_date: 2018-02-14
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the critical work of human rights defenders in promoting human rights, the rule of law, democracy, and good governance.

Bill: 115-sres-407
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Sanctions
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Commends human rights defenders for their critical work, condemns threats to them, and welcomes the imposition of sanctions by the President on December 21, 2017, and under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, with respect to human rights abusers and corrupt actors.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1166-1167)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 59th anniversary of Tibet's 1959 uprising as "Tibetan Rights Day", and expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community.

Bill: 115-sres-408
Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
China
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Religion
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Tibet

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Recognizes March 10, 2018, as Tibetan Rights Day and calls on the Department of State to fully implement the provisions of the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1167-1168)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the dedication and courage of the Buffalo Soldiers.

Bill: 115-sres-409
Sponsor: Sen. Harris, Kamala D. [D-CA]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Department of the Interior
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Honors the dedication and courage of the Buffalo Soldiers and recognizes their legacy. 
 

 
Recognizes the contributions that the Buffalo Soldiers have made to the National Park System and to military history in the United States and throughout the world.

action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
Honors the dedication and courage of the Buffalo Soldiers and recognizes their legacy. 
 
Recognizes the contributions that the Buffalo Soldiers have made to the National Park System and to military history in the United States and throughout the world. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1292-1293; text: CR 2/15/2018 S1168)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1292-1293; text: CR 2/15/2018 S1168)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1168)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the life of Luis Alejandro "Alex" Villamayor and calling for justice and accountability.

Bill: 115-sres-410
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
Latin America
Paraguay
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Urges Paraguayan authorities to invite the Federal Bureau of Investigation to provide technical assistance for the investigation into Alex Villamayor's death and the Department of State to prioritize justice for Villamayor in its diplomatic engagement with the Paraguayan government.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1168-1169)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the first 9-1-1 call in the United States.

Bill: 115-sres-411
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Honors the 50th anniversary of the first 9-1-1 call and the lifesaving contributions of public safety telecommunicators and first responders facilitated by 9-1-1 systems.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1169)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion and celebrating Black History Month.

Bill: 115-sres-412
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Kansas
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
Monuments and memorials
Racial and ethnic relations
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Expresses support for the monument recognizing the service of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion and the mission of the Buffalo Soldier Educational and Historical Committee.
 
Encourages celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans during Black History Month and throughout 2018.

action_date: 2018-10-03
text: 
Expresses support for the monument recognizing the service of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion and the mission of the Buffalo Soldier Educational and Historical Committee.
 
Encourages celebration of the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans during Black History Month and throughout 2018.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-10-03
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-10-03
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2018-10-03
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6504)
action_date: 2018-10-03
text: Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6504)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1169)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating Black History Month.

Bill: 115-sres-413
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2018-02-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Ethnic studies
Racial and ethnic relations
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
Recognizes Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on U.S. history and to commemorate the contributions of African Americans. 
 
Calls for the United States to: (1) honor the contribution of pioneers who helped to ensure its legacy; and (2) move forward as a nation "indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."

action_date: 2018-02-15
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Recognizes Black History Month as an opportunity to reflect on U.S. history and to commemorate the contributions of African Americans. 
 
Calls for the United States to: (1) honor the contribution of pioneers who helped to ensure its legacy; and (2) move forward as a nation "indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1189; text: CR S1169-1170)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1189; text: CR S1169-1170)
action_date: 2018-02-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution condemning the continued undemocratic measures by the Government of Venezuela to undermine the independence of democratic institutions and calling for a free and fair electoral process.

Bill: 115-sres-414
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2018-02-27 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Food supply, safety, and labeling
Foreign aid and international relief
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
International law and treaties
Judicial procedure and administration
Latin America
Peru
Political parties and affiliation
Protest and dissent
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Venezuela

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: 
Calls on the Venezuelan government to postpone the presidential election and any concurrent National Assembly, state legislative council, or municipal council elections scheduled for April 22, 2018, until: (1) credible election observers are allowed to observe the electoral process; (2) the National Electoral Council is led by trusted nonpartisan members; (3) opposition parties and candidates are free to peacefully compete in the election without threat of arrest or retribution; (4) arrangements are made for all Venezuelan voters, including those residing outside of Venezuela, to participate in the election; and (5) there is no link between an individual's vote and his or her receipt of food rations.
 
 Condemns Venezuelan President Maduro's authoritarian steps to undermine democratic institutions.
 
 Rejects the Venezuelan government's efforts to blame the country's economic, humanitarian, and political crisis on other actors instead of recognizing its own malfeasance and criminality. 
 
Urges the Venezuelan government to permit the delivery of humanitarian assistance and to stop using food as a tool of political coercion. 
 
Condemns the Venezuelan government for failing to credibly participate in internationally mediated negotiations to restore democracy, free political prisoners, and permit the delivery of humanitarian assistance.
 
 Supports: (1) Peru's decision, as host of the Eighth Summit of the Americas, to not invite President Maduro; and (2) efforts of the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court to examine Venezuela's use of torture and arbitrary detentions.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1251-1252)
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 2, 2018, as "National Speech and Debate Education Day".

Bill: 115-sres-415
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2018-02-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Language arts

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: 
Designates March 2, 2018, as National Speech and Debate Education Day.

action_date: 2018-02-27
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates March 2, 2018, as National Speech and Debate Education Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1254; text: CR S1252)
action_date: 2018-02-27
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 S1254; text: CR S1252)
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month.

Bill: 115-sres-416
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Introduced: 2018-02-27 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Educational guidance
Elementary and secondary education
Employment and training programs
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Vocational and technical education

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: 
Designates February 2018 as Career and Technical Education Month to celebrate career and technical education across the United States.

action_date: 2018-02-27
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates February 2018 as Career and Technical Education Month to celebrate career and technical education across the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1254; text: CR S1252-1253)
action_date: 2018-02-27
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 S1254; text: CR S1252-1253)
action_date: 2018-02-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the Minnesotans who competed on Team USA at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea.

Bill: 115-sres-417
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2018-02-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Minnesota
Olympic games
South Korea

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
 Congratulates the Minnesotans who competed on the U.S. Olympic Team at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, South Korea.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1290)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of March 21, 2018 as "National Rosie the Riveter Day".

Bill: 115-sres-418
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2018-02-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment

Summary:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
Supports the designation of March 21, 2018, as National Rosie the Riveter Day.
 
Acknowledges the important role played by women during World War II.

action_date: 2018-02-28
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Supports the designation of March 21, 2018, as National Rosie the Riveter Day.
 
Acknowledges the important role played by women during World War II.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1293; text: CR S1290)
action_date: 2018-02-28
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 S1293; text: CR S1290)
action_date: 2018-02-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of February 26 through March 4, 2018, as "National Eating Disorders Awareness Week" and supporting the goals and ideals of raising awareness and understanding of eating disorders.

Bill: 115-sres-419
Sponsor: Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]
Introduced: 2018-03-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health promotion and preventive care
Mental health
Nutrition and diet

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates February 26-March 4, 2018, as National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
 
Recognizes the need for treatment of individuals with eating disorders and for further research.

action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates February 26-March 4, 2018, as National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
 
Recognizes the need for treatment of individuals with eating disorders and for further research.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1317-1318)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1317-1318)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 3, 2018, as "World Wildlife Day".

Bill: 115-sres-420
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2018-03-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Animals
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crime prevention
Crimes against animals and natural resources
International organizations and cooperation
Smuggling and trafficking
Wildlife conservation and habitat protection

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates March 3, 2018, as World Wildlife Day and expresses support for conserving wildlife.

action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates March 3, 2018, as World Wildlife Day and expresses support for conserving wildlife.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1318)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1318)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution condemning the horrific attack in Parkland, Florida, and expressing support and prayers for all those impacted by that tragedy.

Bill: 115-sres-421
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2018-03-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Educational facilities and institutions
Elementary and secondary education
Emergency medical services and trauma care
First responders and emergency personnel
Florida
Law enforcement officers
School administration
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
 Condemns the attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on February 14, 2018.

action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
 Condemns the attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, on February 14, 2018.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 2, 2018, as "Read Across America Day".

Bill: 115-sres-422
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2018-03-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Art, artists, authorship
Books and print media
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
Language arts

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates March 2, 2018, as Read Across America Day.
 
Honors all authors for their successes in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading.
 
Honors the 21st anniversary of Read Across America Day.
 
Encourages parents, educators, and communities to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.

action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
 
Designates March 2, 2018, as Read Across America Day.
 
Honors all authors for their successes in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading.
 
Honors the 21st anniversary of Read Across America Day.
 
Encourages parents, educators, and communities to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating February 28, 2018, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill: 115-sres-423
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2018-03-01 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health care coverage and access
Health promotion and preventive care
Hereditary and development disorders
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
World health

Summary:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates February 28, 2018, as Rare Disease Day. Expresses support for a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders. 

action_date: 2018-03-01
text: 
Designates February 28, 2018, as Rare Disease Day.
 
Expresses support for a national and global commitment to developing new treatments, diagnostics, and cures for rare diseases and disorders. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration CR S1321; text: CR S1319)
action_date: 2018-03-01
text: Introduced in Senate