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A resolution expressing support for the designation of the week of September 23 through September 29, 2024, as "Rail Safety Week" and supporting the goals and ideals of Rail Safety Week to reduce highway-rail grade crossing and trespasser-related incidents, fatalities, injuries, and derailments, improve the safe transportation of hazardous materials by rail, and prevent rail worker fatalities.

Bill: 118-sres-864
Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Transportation and Public Works

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of Rail Safety Week. The resolution also expresses support for (1) the efforts by the Department of Transportation to implement the recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board’s investigation into the February 3, 2023, Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio; (2) the communities impacted by the derailment in Ohio; and (3) the actions of first responders who combat releases of hazardous materials across the United States, including the firefighters who responded to the derailment in Ohio.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text: CR S6451-6452)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing the support of the Senate for the designation of October 23, 2024, as "Public Radio Music Day" and deep appreciation for the role of public radio music stations in serving listeners, musicians, and hundreds of communities in the United States.

Bill: 118-sres-865
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Science, Technology, Communications
Subjects: Broadcasting, cable, digital technologies
Commemorative events and holidays
Music

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of October 23, 2024, as Public Radio Music Day.

action_date: 2024-11-21
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of October 23, 2024, as Public Radio Music Day.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-11-21
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S6734; text: 9/25/2024 CR S6452)
action_date: 2024-11-21
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
action_date: 2024-11-21
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-21
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 4, 2024, as "National Energy Appreciation Day" to celebrate the people who work to power the United States and the economy of the United States and to build awareness of the important role that the energy producers of the United States play in reducing poverty, strengthening national security, and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

Bill: 118-sres-866
Sponsor: Sen. Lummis, Cynthia M. [R-WY]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Energy

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates October 4, 2024, as National Energy Appreciation Day.
 

Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6452-6453)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month".

Bill: 118-sres-867
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates September 2024 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6453)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution acknowledging and commemorating the women who served the Navy in the Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service during World War II.

Bill: 118-sres-868
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution honors and commends the women who served the Navy in the Women Accepted for Voluntary Emergency Service (WAVES) during World War II. Additionally, the resolution recognizes that the WAVES opened opportunities for women and contributed vitally to the victory of the United States and Allies in World War II.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S6453)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week beginning November 11, 2024, as "National Pregnancy Center Week" to recognize the vital role that community-supported pregnancy centers play in saving lives and serving women and men faced with difficult pregnancy decisions.

Bill: 118-sres-869
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of November 11, 2024, as National Pregnancy Center Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6453-6454)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 15 through September 21, 2024, as "Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week".

Bill: 118-sres-870
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Education

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 15-September 21, 2024, as Community School Coordinators Appreciation Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6454-6455)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 2024 as "National Youth Justice Action Month".

Bill: 118-sres-871
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for the designation of October 2024 as National Youth Justice Action Month. It also acknowledges that the collateral consequences normally applied in the adult criminal justice system should not automatically apply to youth who are arrested for crimes before the age of 18.

Additionally, the resolution recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6455)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing the life and the death of Daniel J. Evans, former Senator for the State of Washington.

Bill: 118-sres-872
Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Members of Congress
Senate
Washington State

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of Daniel J. Evans, former Senator for the state of Washington.

action_date: 2024-11-19
text: 
This resolution expresses the sorrow of the Senate upon the announcement of the death of Daniel J. Evans, former Senator for the state of Washington.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6639; text: CR S6639)
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6455)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2024.

Bill: 118-sres-873
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Health

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for Red Ribbon Week during the period of October 23 through October 31, 2024, which promotes a commitment to healthy, drug-free lifestyles. It also encourages participation in drug prevention activities and the development of drug-free communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S6455-6456)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series.

Bill: 118-sres-874
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Sports and Recreation
Subjects: Athletes
Congressional tributes
Florida

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution honors the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series Championship.

action_date: 2024-11-14
text: 
This resolution honors the Southeast Region Little League baseball team from Lake Mary, Florida, for winning the 2024 Little League Baseball World Series Championship.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-11-14
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6577; text: 9/25/2024 CR S6456)
action_date: 2024-11-14
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-14
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-14
text: Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating September 21, 2024, through September 29, 2024, as "Blue Star Welcome Week".

Bill: 118-sres-875
Sponsor: Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 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: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates September 21, 2024, through September 29, 2024, as Blue Star Welcome Week and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made by service members, transitioning veterans, and their families.

action_date: 2024-11-19
text: 
This resolution designates September 21, 2024, through September 29, 2024, as Blue Star Welcome Week and expresses gratitude for the sacrifices made by service members, transitioning veterans, and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6639; text: 9/25/2024 CR S6456)
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-11-19
text: Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 2024 as "National Principals Month".

Bill: 118-sres-876
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Elementary and secondary education
School administration

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution (1) designates October 2024 as National Principals Month and supports its goals and ideals; and (2) honors the contributions of principals in elementary, middle, and high schools in the United States.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution (1) designates October 2024 as National Principals Month and supports its goals and ideals; and (2) honors the contributions of principals in elementary, middle, and high schools in the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6456-6457)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of October 6, 2024, through October 12, 2024, as "National Community Policing Week".

Bill: 118-sres-877
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Crime and Law Enforcement
Subjects: Commemorative events and holidays
Community life and organization
Congressional tributes
Law enforcement administration and funding

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of October 6-October 12, 2024, as National Community Policing Week.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of October 6-October 12, 2024, as National Community Policing Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6457)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution honoring the life, legacy, and contributions of James Earl Jones.

Bill: 118-sres-878
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Arts, Culture, Religion
Subjects: Congressional tributes
Television and film

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of James Earl Jones for his contribution to theater, film, his state, and his country.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution honors the life and legacy of James Earl Jones for his contribution to theater, film, his state, and his country.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6457)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

Bill: 118-sres-879
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Congress
Subjects: Charitable contributions
Congressional officers and employees
Congressional operations and organization
Government buildings, facilities, and property
Legislative rules and procedure
Members of Congress
Military personnel and dependents
Senate
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution authorizes a Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee to (1) collect donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for certain charitable purposes during the holiday season from another Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee within a Senate building or office; and (2) work with a nonprofit organization to deliver such donations.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution authorizes a Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee to (1) collect donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for certain charitable purposes during the holiday season from another Senator, Senate officer, or Senate employee within a Senate building or office; and (2) work with a nonprofit organization to deliver such donations.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6457)
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent.
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution supporting afterschool programs and Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 24, 2024.

Bill: 118-sres-880
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Child care and development
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Educational facilities and institutions

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of after-school programs held on October 24, 2024.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution expresses support for Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of after-school programs held on October 24, 2024.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6458)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating October 26, 2024, as the "Day of the Deployed".

Bill: 118-sres-881
Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Afghanistan
Asia
Commemorative events and holidays
Conflicts and wars
Congressional tributes
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates October 26, 2024, as the Day of the Deployed in honor of the deployed members of the Armed Forces and their families.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates October 26, 2024, as the Day of the Deployed in honor of the deployed members of the Armed Forces and their families.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6458)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 23 through September 27, 2024, as "National Clean Energy Week".

Bill: 118-sres-882
Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Energy
Subjects: Alternative and renewable resources
Commemorative events and holidays
Congressional tributes
Electric power generation and transmission
Energy prices

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 23-27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 23-27, 2024, as National Clean Energy Week.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6458)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution recognizing Big Brothers Big Sisters of America on its 120th anniversary.

Bill: 118-sres-883
Sponsor: Sen. Young, Todd [R-IN]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 in the Senate
Policy area: Education
Subjects: Child care and development
Child safety and welfare
Congressional tributes
Education of the disadvantaged

Summary:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution acknowledges the 120th anniversary of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and commends the organization for its work mentoring the young people of the United States and strengthening thousands of communities.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution acknowledges the 120th anniversary of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and commends the organization for its work mentoring the young people of the United States and strengthening thousands of communities.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6458-6459)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate
A resolution designating the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".

Bill: 118-sres-884
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Introduced: 2024-09-25 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: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans' families and the families of members of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to defend freedom and protect the United States.

action_date: 2024-09-25
text: 
This resolution designates the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024, as Gold Star Families Remembrance Week and recognizes the sacrifices made by veterans' families and the families of members of the Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in order to defend freedom and protect the United States.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2024-09-25
text: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6459)
action_date: 2024-09-25
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: 2024-09-25
text: Introduced in Senate