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A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.

Bill: 116-sres-533
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2020-03-05 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Crimes against women
Economic development
Human rights
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination
Violent crime
Women's employment
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: 
This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth and self-reliance, sustainable peace and democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution also reaffirms the Senate's commitment to end discrimination and violence against women and to pursue policies that guarantee fundamental human rights for women worldwide. 

action_date: 2020-06-03
text: 
This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth and self-reliance, sustainable peace and democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution also reaffirms the Senate's commitment to end discrimination and violence against women and to pursue policies that guarantee fundamental human rights for women worldwide. 

action_date: 2020-06-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for International Women's Day and recognition that women's empowerment is inextricably linked to generating economic growth and self-reliance, sustainable peace and democracy, and inclusive security. The resolution also reaffirms the Senate's commitment to end discrimination and violence against women and to pursue policies that guarantee fundamental human rights for women worldwide. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-06-16
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3019-3022; text: CR S3021-3022)
action_date: 2020-06-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3019-3022; text: CR S3021-3022)
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 472.
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2020-05-21
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1601-1602)
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 2 through March 8, 2020, as "Women of the Aviation Workforce Week".

Bill: 116-sres-534
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Introduced: 2020-03-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employee hiring
Employment and training programs
Minority employment
Science and engineering education
Transportation employees
Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation
Vocational and technical education
Women's education
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: 
This resolution (1) designates March 2-March 8, 2020, as Women of the Aviation Workforce Week; (2) celebrates the U.S. aviation workforce; (3) encourages educational and training institutions to recruit women to join the aviation workforce; (4) encourages employers in the aviation industry to hire a diverse workforce, including women, veterans, and other underrepresented individuals; and (5) commits to raising awareness about the gender gap in the air and space industry, and taking legislative actions to address the gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1602-1603)
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 5, 2020, as "National 'Slam the Scam' Day" to raise awareness about the increasing number of government imposter scams, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent government imposter scams, and to encourage the improvement of protections from government imposter scams for the people of the United States.

Bill: 116-sres-535
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2020-03-05 in the Senate
Policy area: Commerce
Subjects: Aging
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Consumer affairs
Fraud offenses and financial crimes
Government studies and investigations
Social security and elderly assistance
Tax administration and collection, taxpayers
Telephone and wireless communication

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: 
This resolution designates March 5, 2020, as National 
Slam the Scam
 Day to 
 
 
raise awareness about scams involving individuals impersonating government employees, 
 
encourage policies to prevent such scams, 
 
recognize those who work to prevent such scams, and 
 
encourage the public to report and share information about such scams. 


action_date: 2020-03-05
text: 
This resolution designates March 5, 2020, as National 
Slam the Scam
 Day to 
 
 
raise awareness about scams involving individuals impersonating government employees, 
 
encourage policies to prevent such scams, 
 
recognize those who work to prevent such scams, and 
 
encourage the public to report and share information about such scams. 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1614; text: CR S1603)
action_date: 2020-03-05
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 S1614; text: CR S1603)
action_date: 2020-03-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on the 30th anniversary of the restoration of their independence.

Bill: 116-sres-536
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2020-03-09 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Estonia
Europe
Foreign aid and international relief
Latvia
Lithuania
Russia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-09
text: 
This resolution ensures continued U.S. support for Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania on the 30th anniversary of their independence. The resolution also reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-09
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1627)
action_date: 2020-03-09
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution encouraging the Trump Administration to maintain protections under the National Environmental Policy Act and reverse ongoing administrative actions to weaken this landmark law and its protections for American communities.

Bill: 116-sres-537
Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2020-03-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Air quality
Climate change and greenhouse gases
Environmental assessment, monitoring, research
Environmental regulatory procedures
Infrastructure development

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: 
This resolution supports the continued enforcement of environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S1674)
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution authorizing the use of the atrium in the Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a semiannual event for the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Bill: 116-sres-538
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2020-03-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Prescription drugs
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: 
This resolution authorizes the use of the atrium in the Philip A. Hart Senate Office Building on April 22, 2020, for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a semiannual event of the Drug Enforcement Administration.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S1674)
action_date: 2020-03-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the rights of the people of Iran to determine their future, condemning the Iranian regime for its crackdown on legitimate protests, and for other purposes.

Bill: 116-sres-539
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2020-03-11 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Europe
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
Internet and video services
Internet, web applications, social media
Iran
Middle East
News media and reporting
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Ukraine
United Nations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: 
This resolution (1) expresses the Senate's support for the rights of the people of Iran to peacefully assemble and engage in legitimate protest; (2) condemns the Iranian regime's human rights abuses, repression of peaceful protests, and actions related to the downing of Ukrainian International Airlines Flight 752; and (3) calls on domestic and foreign governments, institutions, and other stakeholders to support the ability of Iranians to live in a free and open society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1705-1706)
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the contributions of AmeriCorps members and alumni to the lives of the people of the United States.

Bill: 116-sres-540
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2020-03-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment
Subjects: Congressional tributes
National and community service
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: 
This resolution encourages (1) the people of the United States to join in a national effort to salute AmeriCorps members and alumni and to raise awareness about the importance of national and community service, and (2) all individuals to consider opportunities to serve in AmeriCorps. The resolution also acknowledges the accomplishments of AmeriCorps members, alumni, and community partners, and recognizes their important contributions to the lives of the people of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S1707; text: CR S1706)
action_date: 2020-03-11
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 S1707; text: CR S1706)
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing and celebrating the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine into the Union as the 23d State.

Bill: 116-sres-541
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2020-03-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Maine
State and local government operations

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 200th anniversary of the entry of Maine into the United States as the 23rd state.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1707; text: CR S1706-1707)
action_date: 2020-03-11
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 S1707; text: CR S1706-1707)
action_date: 2020-03-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II.

Bill: 116-sres-542
Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO]
Introduced: 2020-03-12 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Europe
Germany
Military history
Military personnel and dependents
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II. The resolution recognizes the military units responsible for the liberation of individuals imprisoned at Dachau and calls on the people of the United States to remember the lives lost during the Holocaust. 

action_date: 2020-06-03
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II. The resolution recognizes the military units responsible for the liberation of individuals imprisoned at Dachau and condemns the crimes committed by the Nazi regime. 

action_date: 2020-06-16
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Dachau concentration camp during World War II. The resolution recognizes the military units responsible for the liberation of individuals imprisoned at Dachau and calls on the people of the United States to remember the lives lost during the Holocaust. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-06-16
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3022-3024; text: CR S3023-3024)
action_date: 2020-06-16
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3022-3024; text: CR S3023-3024)
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 473.
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2020-06-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2020-05-21
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1744)
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 108th birthday and celebrating its legacy of creating leaders in Gold Award Girl Scouts, including the 2019 National Gold Award Girl Scouts.

Bill: 116-sres-543
Sponsor: Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV]
Introduced: 2020-03-12 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Women's education

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: 
This resolution recognizes Girl Scouts of the United States of America for 108 years of supporting the leadership development of girls.
 
The resolution congratulates the Girl Scouts who earned the Gold Award in 2019 and encourages Girl Scouts of the United States of America to continue to champion the ambitions, cultivate the talents, and develop the skills of future women leaders.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1744-1745)
action_date: 2020-03-12
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the designation of March 2020 as "National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month".

Bill: 116-sres-544
Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY]
Introduced: 2020-03-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and its goals and ideals.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1761-1762)
action_date: 2020-03-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating March 17, 2020, as the 40th anniversary of the Refugee Act of 1980, including the amendments made by that Act, at a time when the need for bipartisan support of the refugee resettlement program of the United States is critical to the survival of the program.

Bill: 116-sres-545
Sponsor: Sen. Coons, Christopher A. [D-DE]
Introduced: 2020-03-17 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Foreign aid and international relief
International law and treaties
International organizations and cooperation
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-17
text: 
This resolution affirms the Senate's commitment to abide by domestic and international legal obligations to protect refugees and to recognize the importance of the refugee resettlement program as a function of U.S. global leadership. Further, it calls upon the U.S. government to (1) provide funding for refugee protection and resettlement, (2) work with the international community to find solutions to existing conflicts and prevent new conflicts from beginning, and (3) ensure the U.S. refugee resettlement program is equipped to protect and support refugees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1779-1780)
action_date: 2020-03-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the week of March 15 through March 21, 2020, as "National Poison Prevention Week" and encouraging communities across the United States to raise awareness of the dangers of poisoning and promote poisoning prevention.

Bill: 116-sres-546
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2020-03-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Emergency communications systems
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
Health personnel
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes National Poison Prevention Week, expresses gratitude for the people who operate local poison control centers, and encourages health care providers and others to practice poison safety and poisoning prevention.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S1806-1807)
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution encouraging the President to use authorities provided by the Defense Production Act of 1950 to scale up the national response to the coronavirus crisis.

Bill: 116-sres-547
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2020-03-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Government lending and loan guarantees
Health programs administration and funding
Health technology, devices, supplies
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Manufacturing
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Military procurement, research, weapons development
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Public contracts and procurement
Public-private cooperation
Strategic materials and reserves

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: 
This resolution calls upon the President to use existing authorities under the Defense Production Act of 1950 to increase production of medical supplies, including personal protective equipment, to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic (also known as the coronavirus disease).
 
The resolution supports the use of such authorities to
 
 
 distribute medical materials, including by directing suppliers to prioritize and accept contracts to restock the Strategic National Stockpile; and
 
 establish voluntary agreements and provide financial incentives to manufacturers and suppliers of critical medical equipment.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text: CR S1807)
action_date: 2020-03-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution amending the Standing Rules of the Senate to enable the participation of absent Senators during a national crisis.

Bill: 116-sres-548
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Introduced: 2020-03-19 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional operations and organization
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-19
text: 
This resolution sets forth procedures that allow Senators to cast their votes from outside of the Senate chamber. Specifically, these votes may be cast using certain technology approved by the Secretary of the Senate and Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper if the majority leader and minority leader determine that an extraordinary crisis of national extent exists in which it would be infeasible for Senators to cast their votes in person.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S1859-1860)
action_date: 2020-03-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2020 as "Second Chance Month".

Bill: 116-sres-549
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Introduced: 2020-03-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Criminal justice information and records
Criminal procedure and sentencing

Summary:
action_date: 2020-03-20
text: 
This resolution designates April 2020 as Second Chance Month to promote awareness of unnecessary legal and social barriers that prevent individuals with criminal records from becoming productive members of society.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-03-20
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1875-1876)
action_date: 2020-03-20
text: Introduced in Senate