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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the value of Palestinian and Israeli lives and urging an immediate cease-fire and diplomatic efforts to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Bill: 117-sres-225
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Introduced: 2021-05-19 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Gaza Strip
Human rights
International law and treaties
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
West Bank

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: 
This resolution urges an immediate cease-fire to prevent further loss of life and escalation of the conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories, and it supports diplomatic efforts to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, uphold international law, and protect human rights.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2785)
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States supports Israel, our greatest ally in the region, and its right to defend itself against terrorist attacks.

Bill: 117-sres-226
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Introduced: 2021-05-19 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Alliances
Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Israel
Middle East
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: 
This resolution affirms U.S. support for Israel's right to peace and security as well as its right to defend itself and its civilians against terror.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2785)
action_date: 2021-05-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of the creation of Wonder Bread in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Bill: 117-sres-227
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Introduced: 2021-05-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Food industry and services
Indiana
Marketing and advertising

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the 100th anniversary of the launching of Wonder Bread in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a moment to celebrate U.S. heritage and the innovation of the people of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3197-3198)
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating May 15, 2021, as "Kids to Parks Day".

Bill: 117-sres-228
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Introduced: 2021-05-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Land use and conservation
Outdoor recreation
Parks, recreation areas, trails

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: 
This resolution designates May 15, 2021, as Kids to Parks Day.
 
The resolution recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health and education of young people of the United States. 

action_date: 2021-05-20
text: 
This resolution designates May 15, 2021, as Kids to Parks Day.
 
The resolution recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health and education of young people of the United States. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3314; text: CR S3198)
action_date: 2021-05-20
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 S3314; text: CR S3198)
action_date: 2021-05-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the devastating attack on a girls' school in Kabul, Afghanistan, on May 8, 2021, and expressing solidarity with the Afghan people.

Bill: 117-sres-229
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2021-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Child safety and welfare
Congressional tributes
Crimes against women
Elementary and secondary education
Foreign aid and international relief
International organizations and cooperation
Violent crime
Women's rights

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: 
This resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to the people of Afghanistan and the Hazara, an ethnic minority community in Afghanistan. The resolution also condemns all forms of violence against women and girls in Afghanistan and supports U.S. and international efforts to ensure that girls in Afghanistan can safely attend school. 
 
(On May 8, 2021, a bomb attack at the Sayed Ul-Shuhada High School in Kabul killed more than 85 people.)

action_date: 2021-05-27
text: 
This resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to the people of Afghanistan and the Hazara, an ethnic minority community in Afghanistan. The resolution also condemns all forms of violence against women and girls in Afghanistan and supports U.S. and international efforts to ensure that girls in Afghanistan can safely attend school. 
 
(On May 8, 2021, a bomb attack at the Sayed Ul-Shuhada High School in Kabul killed more than 85 people.)

action_date: 2021-06-07
text: 
This resolution expresses the Senate's condolences to the people of Afghanistan and the Hazara, an ethnic minority community in Afghanistan. The resolution also condemns all forms of violence against women and girls in Afghanistan and supports U.S. and international efforts to ensure that girls in Afghanistan can safely attend school. 
 
(On May 8, 2021, a bomb attack at the Sayed Ul-Shuhada High School in Kabul killed more than 85 people.)


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-06-07
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3963; text: 5/24/2021 CR S3337)
action_date: 2021-06-07
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3963; text: 5/24/2021 CR S3337)
action_date: 2021-05-27
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 67.
action_date: 2021-05-27
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2021-05-27
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 22nd annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 9 through May 15, 2021.

Bill: 117-sres-230
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Introduced: 2021-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Academic performance and assessments
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Education of the disadvantaged
Elementary and secondary education
School administration
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: 
This resolution congratulates the students, families, teachers, administrators, and staff of public charter schools across the United States for (1) making ongoing contributions to public education, (2) making impressive strides in closing the academic achievement gap in U.S. schools, and (3) improving and strengthening the public school system.
 
The resolution supports the ideals and goals of the 22nd annual National Charter Schools Week.

action_date: 2021-05-24
text: 
This resolution congratulates the students, families, teachers, administrators, and staff of public charter schools across the United States for (1) making ongoing contributions to public education, (2) making impressive strides in closing the academic achievement gap in U.S. schools, and (3) improving and strengthening the public school system.
 
The resolution supports the ideals and goals of the 22nd annual National Charter Schools Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3382; text: CR S3337-3338)
action_date: 2021-05-24
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 S3382; text: CR S3337-3338)
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of May 17, 2021, as "DIPG Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day" to raise awareness of and encourage research on diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma tumors and pediatric cancers in general.

Bill: 117-sres-231
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2021-05-24 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cancer
Child health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Neurological disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of DIPG Awareness Day. DIPG is diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a terminal childhood brain cancer.

action_date: 2021-05-24
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of DIPG Awareness Day. DIPG is diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma, a terminal childhood brain cancer.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3382; text: CR S3338)
action_date: 2021-05-24
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 S3382; text: CR S3338)
action_date: 2021-05-24
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that acts of violence against Jewish people in the United States and around the world and the poisonous rhetoric from politicians and others promoted by the media that has helped inspire such violence is condemnable and has no place in society.

Bill: 117-sres-232
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Due process and equal protection
Hate crimes
Israel
Middle East
News media and reporting
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Terrorism
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution addresses issues regarding Jews in the United States and anti-Israel rhetoric.
 
Specifically, the Senate
 
 
condemns hatred and violence against Jews;
 
denounces the anti-Israel rhetoric of elected officials;
 
rejects as biased, incomplete, and inaccurate information promulgated by the news media in the United States about Israel and the Israeli government's efforts to protect its citizens from terrorism;
 
celebrates the contributions of American Jews to our nation, culture, values, and way of life; and
 
reaffirms its intent to ensure that Jews in the United States are treated with dignity and respect and receive the full protection of the law owed to them as U.S. citizens. 



Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S3426)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of a National Bike Month and in appreciation of cyclists and others for promoting bicycle safety and the benefits of cycling.

Bill: 117-sres-233
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Outdoor recreation
Pedestrians and bicycling
Transportation safety and security

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that (1) U.S. citizens should observe a National Bike Month; (2) health and transportation professionals and organizations should promote bicycle safety and the benefits of cycling; and (3) U.S. citizens should applaud the millions of cyclists in the United States and the national and community organizations, individuals, volunteers, and professionals associated with cycling for promoting bicycle safety and the benefits of cycling.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S3426)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 100th Anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre.

Bill: 117-sres-234
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Subjects: Civil disturbances
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Crime victims
Crimes against property
Elementary and secondary education
Fires
Hate crimes
Historic sites and heritage areas
Oklahoma
Racial and ethnic relations
Teaching, teachers, curricula
Terrorism
U.S. history
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and expresses the hope that this is a moment for the country to see how racial relations have changed during the last 100 years, to celebrate improvements, and to reflect upon the areas where more work is needed.

action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and expresses the hope that this is a moment for the country to see how racial relations have changed during the last 100 years, to celebrate improvements, and to reflect upon the areas where more work is needed.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3410-3413; text: CR S3426-3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
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 S3410-3413; text: CR S3426-3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating May 15, 2021, as "National MPS Awareness Day".

Bill: 117-sres-235
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Digestive and metabolic diseases
Hereditary and development disorders

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution designates May 15, 2021, as National MPS Awareness Day. Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) refers to a group of inherited conditions that interfere with the production of certain enzymes.

action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution designates May 15, 2021, as National MPS Awareness Day. Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) refers to a group of inherited conditions that interfere with the production of certain enzymes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3460; text: CR S3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
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 S3460; text: CR S3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution to authorize testimony, documents, and representation in United States v. Wornick.

Bill: 117-sres-236
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional officers and employees
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Evidence and witnesses
Lawyers and legal services
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution authorizes (1) Bailey McCue, and any other employee of former Senator Cory Gardner's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, to testify and produce documents in the case of 
United States v. Wornick
 (except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted); and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Senator and any employees of his former office in connection with the case.

action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution authorizes (1) Bailey McCue, and any other employee of former Senator Cory Gardner's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, to testify and produce documents in the case of 
United States v. Wornick
 (except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted); and (2) the Senate Legal Counsel to represent the Senator and any employees of his former office in connection with the case.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3460; text: CR S3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
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 S3460; text: CR S3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution approving of the sales of defense items to Israel notified to Congress on May 5, 2021.

Bill: 117-sres-237
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Introduced: 2021-05-25 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional oversight
Foreign aid and international relief
Israel
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: 
This resolution expresses approval of the sales of defense items to Israel that were notified to Congress on May 5, 2021, on the basis that those sales are consistent with the foreign policy interests of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3428)
action_date: 2021-05-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing and honoring the sacrifices and accomplishments of the Greatest Generation.

Bill: 117-sres-238
Sponsor: Sen. Tuberville, Tommy [R-AL]
Introduced: 2021-05-26 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military history
U.S. history
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: 
This resolution recognizes and honors the sacrifices and accomplishments of the Greatest Generation during World War II.

action_date: 2021-07-12
text: 
This resolution recognizes and honors the sacrifices and accomplishments of the Greatest Generation during World War II.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-07-12
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR 5/26/2021 S3506)
action_date: 2021-07-12
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR 5/26/2021 S3506)
action_date: 2021-07-12
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4816)
action_date: 2021-07-12
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S4816)
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Andrei Dmitrievich Sakharov.

Bill: 117-sres-239
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2021-05-26 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Europe
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Russia
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: 
This resolution recognizes the historical significance of Dr. Andrei Dmitrievich Sakharov and his work to promote human dignity and political freedom in the Soviet Union and around the world. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution affirming the role of the United States in improving access to quality, inclusive public education and improved learning outcomes for children and adolescents, particularly for girls, in the poorest countries through the Global Partnership for Education.

Bill: 117-sres-240
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2021-05-26 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Academic performance and assessments
Education of the disadvantaged
Education programs funding
Elementary and secondary education
Foreign aid and international relief
Poverty and welfare assistance
Public-private cooperation
Teaching, teachers, curricula

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: 
This resolution supports the vision, mission, and goals of the Global Partnership for Education, and it affirms the role of the United States in improving access to quality public education and improved learning outcomes for children and adolescents (particularly for girls) in the poorest countries.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution widening threats to freedom of the press and free expression around the world, and reaffirming the vital role that a free and independent press plays in informing local and international audiences about public health crises, countering misinformation and disinformation, and furthering discourse and debate to advance healthy democracies in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2021.

Bill: 117-sres-241
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2021-05-26 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Assault and harassment offenses
Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Congressional tributes
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Detention of persons
Emergency medical services and trauma care
First Amendment rights
Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
Human rights
Infectious and parasitic diseases
News media and reporting
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: 
This resolution recognizes the centrality of a free press to free societies and democratic governance and expresses concerns about threats to press freedom and freedom of expression globally.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of June 4, 2021, as "National Gun Violence Awareness Day" and June 2021 as "National Gun Violence Awareness Month".

Bill: 117-sres-242
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Introduced: 2021-05-26 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Crime prevention
Crime victims
Firearms and explosives
Violent crime

Summary:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Month and the designation of National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
 
 
 
 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2021-05-26
text: Introduced in Senate