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A resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law.

Bill: 118-sres-106
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
China
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Hong Kong
Human rights
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution condemns China's Hong Kong national security law (officially called 
The Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
) and related human rights abuses. The resolution also (1) supports the people of Hong Kong as they fight to exercise fundamental rights and freedoms; and (2) calls upon the Hong Kong government to drop all sedition and national security law-related charges and free all defendants immediately, including Jimmy Lai and Cardinal Zen.

action_date: 2023-05-04
text: 
This resolution condemns China's Hong Kong national security law (officially called 
The Law of the People's Republic of China on Safeguarding National Security in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
) and related human rights abuses. The resolution also (1) supports the people of Hong Kong as they fight to exercise fundamental rights and freedoms; and (2) calls upon the Hong Kong government to drop all sedition and national security law-related charges and free all defendants immediately, including Jimmy Lai, Cardinal Zen, and at least 47 individuals known collectively as the Hong Kong 47.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 55.
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S802-803)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the expiration of the Equal Rights Amendment proposed by Congress in March 1972, and observing that Congress has no authority to modify a resolution proposing a constitutional amendment after the amendment has been submitted to the States or after the amendment has expired.

Bill: 118-sres-107
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution recognizes that Congress may not modify a resolution to amend the Constitution once it is submitted to the states for ratification or after its ratification deadline expires. The resolution further recognizes that the deadline for the Equal Rights Amendment expired, and so that amendment may not become part of the Constitution unless Congress reinitiates the entire amendment process outlined in Article V of the Constitution.
 
The Equal Rights Amendment guarantees equal rights and equality under the law regardless of sex. Congress approved it for ratification by the states in 1972, but only 35 states ratified it (out of the 38 needed) before the statutory deadline expired in 1982. However, an additional three states ratified it after the deadline.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S803-804)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the Kingdom of Bhutan as responsible for the oppression and forced eviction of more than 100,000 Bhutanese citizens during the late 1980s and 1990s.

Bill: 118-sres-108
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution declares that Bhutan is responsible for the oppression of Nepali-speaking Lhotshampas and Sharchops in Bhutan during the 1980s and 1990s. The resolution also (1) urges Bhutan to conduct a rapid and unconditional release of all political prisoners whose crime was demanding democracy and human rights, and (2) requests that Bhutan restore citizenship for all Nepali-speaking Lhotshampas that have had it arbitrarily revoked. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S804)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution requesting information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.

Bill: 118-sres-109
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution requests that the Department of State provide Congress with information on Saudi Arabia's human rights practices. 
 
 The resolution also requests a description of the steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in Saudi Arabia and an assessment of circumstances that necessitate continuation of security assistance to Saudi Arabia. It also requests certain other items of information, including, for example, an assessment of the likelihood of Saudi Arabia using U.S. security assistance in the war in Yemen.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S804-805)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the late James George Abourezk.

Bill: 118-sres-110
Sponsor: Sen. Rounds, Mike [R-SD]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Senate
South Dakota

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution expresses condolences for the death of and honors James George Abourezk, former Senator and Representative for South Dakota.

action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution expresses condolences for the death of and honors James George Abourezk, former Senator and Representative for South Dakota.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S806; text: CR S805)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S806; text: CR S805)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the importance of maple syrup production to Maine and designating March 26, 2023, as "Maine Maple Sunday".

Bill: 118-sres-111
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Food industry and services
Forests, forestry, trees
Maine

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution designates March 26, 2023, as Maine Maple Sunday. It also recognizes the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the state of Maine.

action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution designates March 26, 2023, as Maine Maple Sunday. It also recognizes the contribution and importance of maple syrup producers and their families in the state of Maine.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S806-807; text: CR S805)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S806-807; text: CR S805)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of February 27 through March 3, 2023, as "Public Schools Week".

Bill: 118-sres-112
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Elementary and secondary education

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution designates the week of February 27-March 3, 2023, as Public Schools Week.

action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution designates the week of February 27-March 3, 2023, as Public Schools Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S807; text: CR S805-806)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S807; text: CR S805-806)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the need for greater access to rural and agricultural media programming.

Bill: 118-sres-113
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Introduced: 2023-03-15 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: News media and reporting
Rural conditions and development
Television and film

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: 
This resolution expresses that the Senate recognizes the importance of rural and agricultural programming and the need for greater access to rural and agricultural media programming.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text: CR S806)
action_date: 2023-03-15
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution urging the Government of Thailand to protect and uphold democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and rights to freedom of peaceful assembly and freedom of expression, and for other purposes.

Bill: 118-sres-114
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Introduced: 2023-03-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Asia
Computer security and identity theft
Detention of persons
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Human rights
News media and reporting
Protest and dissent
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Thailand

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: 
This resolution reaffirms the strong relationship between the United States and Thailand. The resolution also (1) expresses solidarity with the people of Thailand in their quest for a democratically elected government; and (2) urges the government of Thailand to protect and uphold democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. 


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S833-834)
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month" and expressing the sense of the Senate that Congress should raise awareness of the harm caused by international parental child abduction.

Bill: 118-sres-115
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Introduced: 2023-03-16 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Child safety and welfare
Commemorative events and holidays
Separation, divorce, custody, support

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: 
This resolution recognizes the Senate's observation of Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month in April 2023. It also urges the United States to continue to lead in raising awareness about the devastating impact of international parental child abduction.

action_date: 2023-05-04
text: This resolution recognizes the Senate's observation of Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month in April 2023. It also urges the United States to continue to lead in raising awareness about the devastating impact of international parental child abduction.
action_date: 2023-05-10
text: This resolution recognizes the Senate's observation of Countering International Parental Child Abduction Month in April 2023. It also urges the United States to continue to lead in raising awareness about the devastating impact of international parental child abduction.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-05-10
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1608; text: 03/16/2023 CR S834)
action_date: 2023-05-10
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1608; text: 03/16/2023 CR S834)
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 56.
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2023-03-16
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month".

Bill: 118-sres-116
Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA]
Introduced: 2023-03-21 in the Senate
Policy area: Health
Subjects: Cardiovascular and respiratory health
Commemorative events and holidays
Health promotion and preventive care

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-21
text: 
This resolution expresses support for Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month.
 
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition caused by a blood clot in the deep veins of the body; pulmonary embolisms (i.e., where a blood clot breaks off and lodges in the lung) are a potentially life-threatening complication of this condition.

action_date: 2023-03-21
text: 
This resolution expresses support for Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism Awareness Month.
 
Deep vein thrombosis is a condition caused by a blood clot in the deep veins of the body; pulmonary embolisms (i.e., where a blood clot breaks off and lodges in the lung) are a potentially life-threatening complication of this condition.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-21
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S874; text: CR S862)
action_date: 2023-03-21
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 S874; text: CR S862)
action_date: 2023-03-21
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President and the Secretary of State should ensure that the Government of Canada does not permanently store nuclear waste in the Great Lakes Basin.

Bill: 118-sres-117
Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI]
Introduced: 2023-03-22 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-22
text: 
This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that Canada should not allow construction of a nuclear waste repository within the Great Lakes Basin. It also states that the President and the Department of State should work with Canada to prevent such construction and craft a long-term solution for nuclear waste storage that does not threaten the Great Lakes.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-22
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S911-912)
action_date: 2023-03-22
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the contributions of Clela Rorex, a pioneering county clerk who, in 1975, advanced civil rights for all couples seeking to be married.

Bill: 118-sres-118
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Introduced: 2023-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution designates March 26, 2023, as Clela Rorex Day to recognize Clela Rorex for issuing the first same-sex marriage license in the United States and becoming a pioneer for civil rights and same-sex marriage.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S935)
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the 202nd anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States.

Bill: 118-sres-119
Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ]
Introduced: 2023-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: International Affairs
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Europe
Greece
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution congratulates the people of Greece as they celebrate the 202nd anniversary of the independence of Greece. The resolution also (1) expresses support for the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed, and (2) commends Greece's support for the people of Ukraine in their fight for freedom against Russian aggression. 

action_date: 2023-05-03
text: This resolution congratulates the people of Greece as they celebrate the 202nd anniversary of the independence of Greece. The resolution also (1) expresses support for the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed, and (2) commends Greece's support for the people of Ukraine in their fight for freedom against Russian aggression.
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: This resolution congratulates the people of Greece as they celebrate the 202nd anniversary of the independence of Greece. The resolution also (1) expresses support for the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed, and (2) commends Greece's support for the people of Ukraine in their fight for freedom against Russian aggression.

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1543; text: 3/23/2023 CR S935-936)
action_date: 2023-05-04
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1543; text: 3/23/2023 CR S935-936)
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 42.
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
action_date: 2023-05-03
text: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating March 23, 2023, as "National Women in Agriculture Day".

Bill: 118-sres-120
Sponsor: Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Introduced: 2023-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Agriculture and Food
Subjects: Agricultural education
Commemorative events and holidays
Migrant, seasonal, agricultural labor
Women's employment

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution designates March 23, 2023, as National Women in Agriculture Day. It also recognizes the important role of women in agriculture as producers, educators, leaders, mentors, and more.

action_date: 2023-03-30
text: 
This resolution designates March 23, 2023, as National Women in Agriculture Day. It also recognizes the important role of women in agriculture as producers, educators, leaders, mentors, and more.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-30
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1081; text: 03/23/2023 CR S936)
action_date: 2023-03-30
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1081; text: 03/23/2023 CR S936)
action_date: 2023-03-30
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2023-03-30
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating April 5, 2023, as "Gold Star Wives Day".

Bill: 118-sres-121
Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]
Introduced: 2023-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Veterans' organizations and recognition

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution designates April 5, 2023, as Gold Star Wives Day. The resolution also recognizes the contributions of the members of the Gold Star Wives of America, Inc., and their dedication to the members and veterans of the Armed Forces.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S936-937)
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution commemorating the 360th anniversary of the North Carolina National Guard.

Bill: 118-sres-122
Sponsor: Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC]
Introduced: 2023-03-23 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
National Guard and reserves
North Carolina

Summary:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution celebrates March 24, 2023, as the 360th anniversary of the North Carolina National Guard and commemorates and honors the continued service of its members.

action_date: 2023-03-23
text: 
This resolution celebrates March 24, 2023, as the 360th anniversary of the North Carolina National Guard and commemorates and honors the continued service of its members.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S941; text: CR S937)
action_date: 2023-03-23
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 S941; text: CR S937)
action_date: 2023-03-23
text: Introduced in Senate