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A resolution designating February 29, 2024, as "Rare Disease Day".

Bill: 118-sres-636
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2024-04-10 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care
Medical research
Medical tests and diagnostic methods

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-10
text: 
This resolution designates February 29, 2024, as Rare Disease Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-10
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2703; text: CR S2712)
action_date: 2024-04-10
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 S2703; text: CR S2712)
action_date: 2024-04-10
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

Bill: 118-sres-637
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2024-04-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: 
This resolution commends the work of library staff in the United States and supports the goals and ideals of National Library Week.

The resolution also reaffirms (1) the fundamental right of the people of the United States to access information, and (2) certain fundamental and civil rights of library workers. 

Further, the resolution recognizes the right of library staff to speak out on matters of public concern.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2721)
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution calling for the immediate release of Ryan Corbett, a United States citizen who was wrongfully detained by the Taliban on August 10, 2022, and condemning the wrongful detention of Americans by the Taliban.

Bill: 118-sres-638
Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY]
Introduced: 2024-04-11 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Federal officials
Human rights
Political parties and affiliation

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: 
This resolution condemns the wrongful detention of Ryan Corbett by the Taliban, calls for his immediate and unconditional release, and expresses support for his family. (Ryan Corbett is an American citizen detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022.)

The resolution also condemns the Taliban’s continued use of the wrongful detention of U.S. citizens and calls for the immediate release of other U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents wrongfully detained in Afghanistan.

action_date: 2024-04-11
text: 
This resolution condemns the wrongful detention of Ryan Corbett by the Taliban, calls for his immediate and unconditional release, and expresses support for his family. (Ryan Corbett is an American citizen detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2022.)

The resolution also condemns the Taliban’s continued use of the wrongful detention of U.S. citizens and calls for the immediate release of other U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents wrongfully detained in Afghanistan.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2716; text: CR S2721-2722)
action_date: 2024-04-11
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 S2716; text: CR S2721-2722)
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of April 2024 as "Parkinson's Awareness Month".

Bill: 118-sres-639
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2024-04-11 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: 
This resolution supports the designation of April 2024 as Parkinson's Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2722)
action_date: 2024-04-11
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating and supporting the goals of "World Quantum Day".

Bill: 118-sres-640
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Introduced: 2024-04-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Computers and information technology
Science and engineering education

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: 
This resolution supports World Quantum Day to recognize the importance of quantum physics and encourage related education.

action_date: 2024-04-15
text: 
This resolution supports World Quantum Day to recognize the importance of quantum physics and encourage related education.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2756; text: CR S2751)
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of April 7 through April 13, 2024, as "National Water Week".

Bill: 118-sres-641
Sponsor: Sen. Sullivan, Dan [R-AK]
Introduced: 2024-04-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Water quality
Water use and supply

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: 
This resolution designates the week of April 7-April 13, 2024, as National Water Week.

action_date: 2024-04-15
text: 
This resolution designates the week of April 7-April 13, 2024, as National Water Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2756; text: CR S2751)
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-04-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution urging all members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to oppose confirmation of a new Secretary General, if the candidate was a former leader of a member country which did not spend 2 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) on defense.

Bill: 118-sres-642
Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA]
Introduced: 2024-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2792)
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children and expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as the "Month of the Military Child".

Bill: 118-sres-643
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Introduced: 2024-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: 
This resolution encourages all citizens, communities, and business and government leaders to honor, support, and show appreciation for military-connected children and youth. 
 

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S2792-2793)
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2024, through April 30, 2024, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

Bill: 118-sres-644
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2024-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Labor and Employment

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of April 1, 2024, through April 30, 2024, as Fair Chance Jobs Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2793)
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of April 20 through April 28, 2024, as "National Park Week".

Bill: 118-sres-645
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Introduced: 2024-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Outdoor recreation
Parks, recreation areas, trails
Travel and tourism

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: 
This resolution designates April 20-28, 2024, as National Park Week.

The resolution also encourages the people of the United States and the world to responsibly visit, experience, recreate in, and support the treasured national parks of the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2781; text: CR S2794)
action_date: 2024-04-16
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 S2781; text: CR S2794)
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Lieutenant General Thomas P. Stafford.

Bill: 118-sres-646
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Introduced: 2024-04-16 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Federal officials
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Space flight and exploration
U.S. history

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Lieutenant General Thomas P. Stafford for his contributions to the Armed Forces and space mission of the United States. Additionally, the resolution extends condolences to the family and friends of General Stafford.

action_date: 2024-04-16
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of Lieutenant General Thomas P. Stafford for his contributions to the Armed Forces and space mission of the United States. Additionally, the resolution extends condolences to the family and friends of General Stafford.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2781; text: CR S2794)
action_date: 2024-04-16
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 S2781; text: CR S2794)
action_date: 2024-04-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the designation of the week of April 11 through April 17, 2024, as the seventh annual "Black Maternal Health Week".

Bill: 118-sres-647
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2024-04-17 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-17
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2829-2830)
action_date: 2024-04-17
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution proclaiming a Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People.

Bill: 118-sres-648
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution declares that incarcerated people have the right to (1) healthy and safe environments, and (2) advocate for protecting and improving their environmental health. 

This resolution also supports efforts to enact legislation that is guided by the principles of the Declaration of Environmental Rights for Incarcerated People (as described in this resolution).


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2887-2888)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution raising awareness of lake sturgeon (Acipenser fulvescens).

Bill: 118-sres-649
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution encourages continued (1) collaboration among federal, state, tribal, and other partners to manage and increase lake sturgeon populations across their extensive range; and (2) efforts to identify, protect, and restore their habitat. It also encourages increased public awareness of lake sturgeon, including education on the proper ways to handle lake sturgeon if accidentally caught.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S2888)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the anniversary of the establishment of the United States Naval Construction Force, known as the "Seabees", and the tremendous sacrifices and contributions by the Seabees who have fought and served on behalf of our country.

Bill: 118-sres-650
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the 82nd anniversary of the establishment of the U.S. Naval Construction Force known as the Seabees. The resolution also honors the courage and sacrifices of the Seabees who have perished in defense of the country and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made by the families of the members of the Seabees.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S2888)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2024 as "Preserving and Protecting Local News Month" and recognizing the importance and significance of local news.

Bill: 118-sres-651
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution designates April 2024 as Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.

 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2888-2889)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".

Bill: 118-sres-652
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 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: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution designates April 2024 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.

action_date: 2024-05-02
text: 
This resolution designates April 2024 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: 2024-05-02
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 4/18/2024 CR S2889-2890)
action_date: 2024-05-02
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 4/18/2024 CR S2889-2890)
action_date: 2024-05-02
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3368)
action_date: 2024-05-02
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3368)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 54th anniversary of Earth Day and the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.

Bill: 118-sres-653
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Environmental Protection

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes April 22, 2024, as the 54th anniversary of Earth Day and commends the leadership of its founder, Senator Gaylord Nelson.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (text: CR S2890)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing concern about the elevated levels of lead in one-third of the world's children and the global causes of lead exposure, and calling for the inclusion of lead exposure prevention in global health, education, and environment programs abroad.

Bill: 118-sres-654
Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution recognizes the dangers of lead exposure for children and calls for certain international development agencies to take action to reduce lead exposure on a global scale.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2890-2891)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life of Joseph Isadore Lieberman, former Senator for the State of Connecticut.

Bill: 118-sres-655
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Connecticut
Members of Congress
Senate

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of Joe Lieberman, former Senator for the state of Connecticut.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-19
text: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2866; text: CR S2891-2892)
action_date: 2024-04-18
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 S2866; text: CR S2891-2892)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.

Bill: 118-sres-656
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Introduced: 2024-04-18 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: 
This resolution supports the goals and ideals of
 
National Safe Digging Month
. 
The resolution encourages all homeowners and excavators throughout the United States to contact 811 by phone or online before digging to help prevent unintentional damage to underground utilities. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2892)
action_date: 2024-04-18
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution celebrating the 152nd anniversary of Arbor Day.

Bill: 118-sres-657
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Introduced: 2024-04-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Public Lands and Natural Resources
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Forests, forestry, trees

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: 
This resolution recognizes April 26, 2024, as National Arbor Day. The resolution also celebrates the 152nd anniversary of Arbor Day.

action_date: 2024-04-20
text: 
This resolution recognizes April 26, 2024, as National Arbor Day. The resolution also celebrates the 152nd anniversary of Arbor Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2929; text: CR S2934)
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 2024 as "Financial Literacy Month".

Bill: 118-sres-658
Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]
Introduced: 2024-04-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Finance and Financial Sector
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Financial literacy

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: 
This resolution designates April 2024 as Financial Literacy Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2929; text: CR S2934)
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commending the University of South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletics Association Women's Basketball National Championship.

Bill: 118-sres-659
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Introduced: 2024-04-20 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Congressional tributes
School athletics
South Carolina

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: 
This resolution commends the University of South Carolina Gamecocks for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association women’s basketball national championship.

action_date: 2024-04-20
text: 
This resolution commends the University of South Carolina Gamecocks for winning the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association women’s basketball national championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2929; text: CR S2934-2935)
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-04-20
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Bill: 118-sres-660
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Introduced: 2024-04-19 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-19
text: 
This resolution designates the week of April 14 through April 20, 2024, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-19
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S2935)
action_date: 2024-04-19
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of April 15 through April 21, 2024, as "National Osteopathic Medicine Week".

Bill: 118-sres-661
Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]
Introduced: 2024-04-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Alternative treatments
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2024-04-23
text: 
This resolution designates the week of April 15, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week.

action_date: 2024-04-23
text: 
This resolution designates the week of April 15, 2024, as National Osteopathic Medicine Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-04-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2994; text: CR S3001)
action_date: 2024-04-23
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 S2994; text: CR S3001)
action_date: 2024-04-23
text: Introduced in Senate