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A resolution calling for a free, fair, and transparent presidential election in Belarus taking place on August 9, 2020, including the unimpeded participation of all presidential candidates.

Bill: 116-sres-658
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2020-07-27 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Belarus
Detention of persons
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Europe
Human rights
International organizations and cooperation
News media and reporting
Political parties and affiliation
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-27
text: 
This resolution condemns antidemocratic practices with regard to the 2020 presidential election in Belarus, including the politically motivated arrest of opposition candidates and peaceful protestors. The resolution expresses solidarity with the people of Belarus and calls on Belarus to hold free and fair presidential elections. 
 
 


action_date: 2020-08-05
text: 
This resolution condemns antidemocratic practices with regard to the 2020 presidential election in Belarus, including the politically motivated arrest of opposition candidates and peaceful protestors. The resolution expresses solidarity with the people of Belarus and calls on Belarus to hold free and fair presidential elections. 
 
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 07/27/2020 CR S4508-4509)
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: 07/27/2020 CR S4508-4509)
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5228)
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5228)
action_date: 2020-07-27
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4508-4509)
action_date: 2020-07-27
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2020 as "School Bus Safety Month".

Bill: 116-sres-659
Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE]
Introduced: 2020-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education
Motor carriers
Motor vehicles
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution designates September 2020 as School Bus Safety Month.

action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution designates September 2020 as School Bus Safety Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5346)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S5346)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S5346)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4547)
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring and commemorating the life and legacy of Representative John Lewis.

Bill: 116-sres-660
Sponsor: Sen. Perdue, David [R-GA]
Introduced: 2020-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Georgia
House of Representatives
Members of Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution declares that (1) the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable John Lewis, a late Member of the House of Representatives; and (2) when the Senate adjourns on July 28, 2020, it will stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable John Lewis.

action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution declares that (1) the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable John Lewis, a late Member of the House of Representatives; and (2) when the Senate adjourns on July 28, 2020, it will stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable John Lewis.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4524-4525; text: CR S4524-4525)
action_date: 2020-07-28
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 S4524-4525; text: CR S4524-4525)
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling for further action to strengthen home and community living for individuals with disabilities.

Bill: 116-sres-661
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Introduced: 2020-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Community life and organization
Congressional tributes
Disability and health-based discrimination
Disability and paralysis
Disability assistance
Employment discrimination and employee rights
Government information and archives

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution addresses issues related to individuals with disabilities.
 
Specifically, the resolution
 
 
recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and encourages all Americans to celebrate the advancement of inclusion and equality of opportunity made possible by its enactment;
 
pledges to continue to work on a bipartisan basis to identify and address the remaining barriers that undermine the national goals of equality of opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation for individuals with disabilities;
 
 pledges to work with states to improve access to home- and community-based services for individuals with disabilities; and 
 
 calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to provide information, resources, and technical assistance regarding such services that enable individuals with disabilities to live independently.
 

action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution addresses issues related to individuals with disabilities.
 
Specifically, the resolution
 
 
recognizes the importance of independent living for individuals with disabilities made possible by the enactment of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and encourages all Americans to celebrate the advancement of inclusion and equality of opportunity made possible by its enactment;
 
pledges to continue to work on a bipartisan basis to identify and address the remaining barriers that undermine the national goals of equality of opportunity, independent living, economic self-sufficiency, and full participation for individuals with disabilities;
 
 pledges to work with states to improve access to home- and community-based services for individuals with disabilities; and 
 
 calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to provide information, resources, and technical assistance regarding such services that enable individuals with disabilities to live independently.
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4533; text: CR S4548)
action_date: 2020-07-28
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 S4533; text: CR S4548)
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.

Bill: 116-sres-662
Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM]
Introduced: 2020-07-28 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health care quality
Health personnel
Health programs administration and funding
Health promotion and preventive care
Infectious and parasitic diseases
Minority health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
This resolution expresses support for National Public Health week, recognizes the efforts of public health professionals in preventing infectious and other diseases and injuries, and encourages strengthening the public health system.

action_date: 2020-07-28
text: 
 
This resolution expresses support for National Public Health week, recognizes the efforts of public health professionals in preventing infectious and other diseases and injuries, and encourages strengthening the public health system.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S4549-4550; text: CR S4548-4549)
action_date: 2020-07-28
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 S4549-4550; text: CR S4548-4549)
action_date: 2020-07-28
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting mask-wearing as an important measure to limit the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

Bill: 116-sres-663
Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Patrick [R-PA]
Introduced: 2020-07-29 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Emergency medical services and trauma care
Health promotion and preventive care
Health technology, devices, supplies
Infectious and parasitic diseases

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: 
This resolution recognizes the importance of, and encourages the people of the United States to wear, face masks to limit the transmission of COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4596)
action_date: 2020-07-29
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 20 through September 26, 2020, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".

Bill: 116-sres-664
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Introduced: 2020-07-30 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 20-September 26, 2020, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans and by the families of Armed Forces members who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to defend freedom and protect the United States. 

action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 20-September 26, 2020, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans and by the families of Armed Forces members who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to defend freedom and protect the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4650; text: CR S4637)
action_date: 2020-07-30
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 S4650; text: CR S4637)
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States and Mongolia and recognizing the 30th anniversary of democracy in Mongolia.

Bill: 116-sres-665
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Introduced: 2020-07-30 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Competitiveness, trade promotion, trade deficits
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Economic development
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Foreign aid and international relief
Human rights
Infrastructure development
International organizations and cooperation
Judicial procedure and administration
Mongolia
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Tariffs

Summary:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: 
This resolution recognizes the importance of the relationship between the United States and Mongolia, as well as the continued democratic development of Mongolia. The resolution also encourages expanded U.S. efforts to support Mongolia in certain areas, particularly with respect to economic development.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4637-4638)
action_date: 2020-07-30
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the faithful and unwavering service of Civil Air Transport and Air America to the United States.

Bill: 116-sres-666
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Introduced: 2020-08-04 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Aviation and airports
Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
Congressional tributes
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-04
text: 
This resolution recognizes the skill, bravery, and loyalty of the veterans of Civil Air Transport and Air America and honors the sacrifices they made while protecting the United States. (Civil Air Transport was an airline acquired by the Central Intelligence Agency during the Cold War that flew covert missions in various theaters in Asia. Air America was Civil Air Transport's successor airline that also flew such missions.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-04
text: Referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence. (text: CR S4735-4736)
action_date: 2020-08-04
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling for the immediate release of Trevor Reed, a United States Citizen who was unjustly sentenced to 9 years in a Russian prison.

Bill: 116-sres-667
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2020-08-05 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Health information and medical records
Health technology, devices, supplies
Human rights
International law and treaties
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: 
This resolution expresses support for those unjustly imprisoned in Russia, including Paul Whelan and Trevor Reed. The resolution calls for the release of Trevor Reed and calls on Russia to respect his universally recognized human rights. 
 
 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S4945)
action_date: 2020-08-05
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center's 50th Anniversary.

Bill: 116-sres-668
Sponsor: Sen. Loeffler, Kelly [R-GA]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Employment and training programs
Georgia
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.

action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5239-5240; text: CR S5285)
action_date: 2020-08-06
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 S5239-5240; text: CR S5285)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to express the sense of the Senate on United States-Israel cooperation on precision-guided munitions.

Bill: 116-sres-669
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Foreign aid and international relief
Israel
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military procurement, research, weapons development

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that (1) regularized purchases of precision-guided munitions by Israel, coordinated with the U.S. Air Force annual purchase of precision-guided munitions, would enhance the security of the United States and Israel; and (2) the Department of Defense should take measures to expedite deliveries of precision-guided munitions to Israel.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5285)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the seriousness of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and expressing support for the designation of September 2020 as "PCOS Awareness Month".

Bill: 116-sres-670
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods
Mental health
Sex and reproductive health
Women's health

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of September 2020 as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Awareness Month. PCOS is caused by a hormone imbalance. Symptoms can include infertility, weight gain, excess hair growth, and acne.
 
It recognizes the need for further research, improved treatment and care options, and a cure for PCOS.
 
It also acknowledges the struggles affecting all women and girls afflicted with PCOS.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S5285-5286)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing, commemorating, and celebrating the 55th anniversary of the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, and reaffirming the Senate's commitment to ensuring the continued vitality of the Act and the protection of the voting rights of all citizens of the United States.

Bill: 116-sres-671
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Voting rights

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution commemorates the 55th anniversary of the enactment of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Further, the Senate reaffirms its commitment to ensuring the act continues to protect the voting rights of U.S. citizens. In addition, the Senate commits itself to fully restoring Section 4 of the act (which contained a coverage formula to determine the states and jurisdictions that had to obtain preclearance before making legal changes that would affect voting rights).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5286-5287)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2020 as National Democracy Month as a time to reflect on the contributions of the system of government of the United States to a more free and stable world.

Bill: 116-sres-672
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution designates September 2020 as National Democracy Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S5287)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution affirming that the New START Treaty extension will cover new deployed Russian nuclear delivery systems, and supporting additional initiatives to engage China that advance the goal of concluding an arms control treaty or agreement.

Bill: 116-sres-673
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Arms control and nonproliferation
Asia
China
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
International law and treaties
Military command and structure
Military procurement, research, weapons development
Nuclear weapons
Presidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents
Russia

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution (1) calls on the President to extend the New START Treaty until 2026 in order to secure limitations on two new types of Russian weapons, (2) urges Russia to cease the production of hazardous new weapons systems, and (3) expresses support for a U.S. initiative to negotiate with China for the conclusion of an arms control treaty or agreement. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5287-5288)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating June 20, 2020, as World Refugee Day.

Bill: 116-sres-674
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Africa
Asia
Bangladesh
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Ethiopia
Immigration status and procedures
International organizations and cooperation
Jordan
Middle East
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the goals of World Refugee Day and the bipartisan U.S. commitment to promote the safety, health, well-being, and education of refugees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S5288-5289)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the men and women of the Commercial Crew Program of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Space Exploration Technologies Corporation and astronauts Robert L. Behnken and Douglas G. Hurley on the successful completion of the Crew Dragon Demo-2 test flight.

Bill: 116-sres-675
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Introduced: 2020-08-06 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: 
This resolution congratulates the men and women of the Commercial Crew Program of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and Space Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) and astronauts Robert L. Behnken and Douglas G. Hurley on the successful completion of the Crew Dragon Demo-2 test flight.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S5289)
action_date: 2020-08-06
text: Introduced in Senate