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III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 408 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 1, 2014 Ms. Stabenow (for herself, Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Johanns , and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the designation of April as Parkinson’s Awareness Month .

Whereas Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive, and neurological disease and is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the United States; Whereas there is inadequate data on the incidence and prevalence of Parkinson’s disease, but the disease affects an estimated 500,000 to 1,500,000 individuals in the United States and the prevalence of such disease is estimated to more than double by 2040; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Parkinson’s disease is the 14th leading cause of death in the United States and the age-adjusted death rate for individuals with Parkinson's disease increased 2.9 percent from 2010 to 2011; Whereas every day, Parkinson's disease greatly impacts millions of individuals in the United States who are caregivers, family members, and friends of individuals with Parkinson's disease; Whereas the economic burden of Parkinson’s disease is an estimated $14,400,000,000 each year, including indirect costs to patients and family members of $6,300,000,000 each year; Whereas although research suggests that the cause of Parkinson’s disease is a combination of genetic and environmental factors, the exact cause and the exact progression of the disease remain unknown; Whereas an objective test or biomarker for diagnosing Parkinson’s disease does not exist, and the rate of misdiagnosis for the disease is high; Whereas the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease vary from person to person and include tremors, slowness of movement, rigidity, difficulty with balance, swallowing, chewing, and speaking, cognitive impairment, dementia, mood disorders (such as depression and anxiety), constipation, skin complications, and sleep difficulties; Whereas a cure, therapy, or drug to slow or halt the progression of Parkinson’s disease does not exist; Whereas medications mask some symptoms of Parkinson’s disease for a limited amount of time each day, often with dose-limiting side effects, and such medications ultimately lose effectiveness, leaving the patient unable to move, speak, or swallow; and Whereas developing more effective treatments for Parkinson's disease with fewer side effects and ultimately finding a cure for the disease require increased education and research: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month ; (2) supports the goals and ideals of Parkinson's Awareness Month ; (3) continues to support research to develop more effective treatments for Parkinson's disease and to ultimately find a cure for the disease; and (4) commends the dedication of State, local, regional, and national organizations, volunteers, researchers, and millions of individuals in the United States working to improve the quality of life for individuals with Parkinson's disease and the families of such individuals.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 409 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 2, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Toomey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Penn State University wrestling team for winning the 2014 National Collegiate Athletic Association Wrestling Championships.

Whereas on March 22, 2014, the Penn State University Nittany Lions won the 2014 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Wrestling Championships in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Whereas the Nittany Lions have won the last 4 NCAA Wrestling Championships and are 1 of only 3 wrestling teams in NCAA history to win 4 consecutive titles, joining Iowa State University and Oklahoma State University; Whereas 7 members of the Nittany Lions were named All-Americans at the 2014 NCAA Wrestling Championships, with seniors David Taylor and Ed Ruth becoming the seventh and eighth 4-time All-Americans in the history of Penn State University; Whereas junior Nico Megaludis became a 3-time All American, junior Matt Brown became a 2-time All-American, and senior James English, sophomore Morgan McIntosh, and freshman Zain Retherford became first-time All Americans; Whereas crucial team points were earned by all 10 Nittany Lions competing in the 2014 NCAA Wrestling Championships, and the team finished with an overall record of 38 wins and 15 losses in championship matches; Whereas Ed Ruth became the first Penn State University wrestler to win 3 NCAA individual championships, and David Taylor became the sixth Penn State University wrestler to win 2 NCAA individual championships; and Whereas the Penn State University wrestling team concluded the 2013-2014 season with a record of 15 wins and only 1 loss, and won its fourth consecutive Big Ten Championships title: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Penn State University wrestling team, coaches, and staff for winning the 2014 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Wrestling Championships; (2) commends the Penn State University wrestling team’s wrestlers, coaches, and staff for their diligence, enthusiasm, and hard work; and (3) recognizes the Penn State University students, faculty, alumni, and devoted fans who supported the Nittany Lions on their path to winning their fourth consecutive NCAA Wrestling Championships.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 416 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.

That paragraph 1 of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the United States Capitol (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) be temporarily suspended for the sole and specific purpose of permitting the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the United States Senate in actual session on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at the hour of 2:15 p.m. 2. The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate is authorized and directed to make the necessary arrangements therefore, which arrangements shall provide for a minimum of disruption to Senate proceedings.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 417 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Brown , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Corker , Mr. Graham , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Portman , Ms. Murkowski , and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 9, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.

Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United States; Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses; Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service, and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the United States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009, Senate Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate Resolution 275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution 519, 112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013; Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize the contribution of those workers; Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing nuclear weapons program workers; and Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for the defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, of the United States; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear weapons program of the United States.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 417 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Brown , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Corker , Mr. Graham , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Portman , and Ms. Murkowski ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.

Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United States; Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses; Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service, and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the United States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009, Senate Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate Resolution 275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution 519, 112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013; Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize the contribution of those workers; Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing nuclear weapons program workers; and Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for the defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, of the United States; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear weapons program of the United States.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 419 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing the celebration of National Student Employment Week 2014 at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Whereas National Student Employment Week offers the University of Minnesota Duluth the opportunity to recognize students who work while attending college; Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth is committed to increasing awareness of student employment as an educational experience for students and as an alternative to financial aid; Whereas there are nearly 1,500 student employees at the University of Minnesota Duluth; Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth recognizes the importance of student employees to their employers; and Whereas National Student Employment Week is celebrated the week of April 14 through 18, 2014: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate recognizes the celebration of National Student Employment Week at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 420 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself, Mr. Harkin , Mr. King , and Ms. Ayotte ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 18, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care.

Whereas, in the United States, more than 75 percent of health care costs are due to preventable chronic illnesses, including high blood pressure, which affects 88,000,000 people in the United States, and diabetes, which affects 26,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas nearly 2/3 of adults in the United States are overweight or obese and, consequently, at risk for serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and depression; Whereas 70 percent of people in the United States experience physical or nonphysical symptoms of stress, and stress can contribute to the development of major illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes; Whereas the aforementioned chronic health conditions are among the most common, costly, and preventable health conditions; Whereas naturopathic medicine provides noninvasive, holistic treatments that support the inherent self-healing capacity of the human body and encourage self-responsibility in health care; Whereas naturopathic medicine focuses on patient-centered care, the prevention of chronic illnesses, and early intervention in the treatment of chronic illnesses; Whereas naturopathic physicians attend 4-year, graduate level programs that are accredited by agencies approved by the Department of Education; Whereas aspects of naturopathic medicine have been shown to lower the risk of major illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes; Whereas naturopathic physicians can help address the shortage of primary care providers in the United States; Whereas naturopathic physicians are licensed in 20 States and territories; Whereas naturopathic physicians are trained to refer patients to conventional physicians and specialists when necessary; Whereas the profession of naturopathic medicine is dedicated to providing health care to underserved populations; and Whereas naturopathic medicine provides consumers in the United States with more choice in health care, in line with the increased use of a variety of integrative medical treatments: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week ; (2) recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about naturopathic medicine and the role that naturopathic physicians play in preventing chronic and debilitating illnesses and conditions.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 420 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself and Mr. Harkin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care.

Whereas, in the United States, more than 75 percent of health care costs are due to preventable chronic illnesses, including high blood pressure, which affects 88,000,000 people in the United States, and diabetes, which affects 26,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas nearly 2/3 of adults in the United States are overweight or obese and, consequently, at risk for serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and depression; Whereas 70 percent of people in the United States experience physical or nonphysical symptoms of stress, and stress can contribute to the development of major illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes; Whereas the aforementioned chronic health conditions are among the most common, costly, and preventable health conditions; Whereas naturopathic medicine provides noninvasive, holistic treatments that support the inherent self-healing capacity of the human body and encourage self-responsibility in health care; Whereas naturopathic medicine focuses on patient-centered care, the prevention of chronic illnesses, and early intervention in the treatment of chronic illnesses; Whereas naturopathic physicians attend 4-year, graduate level programs that are accredited by agencies approved by the Department of Education; Whereas aspects of naturopathic medicine have been shown to lower the risk of major illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes; Whereas naturopathic physicians can help address the shortage of primary care providers in the United States; Whereas naturopathic physicians are licensed in 20 States and territories; Whereas naturopathic physicians are trained to refer patients to conventional physicians and specialists when necessary; Whereas the profession of naturopathic medicine is dedicated to providing health care to underserved populations; and Whereas naturopathic medicine provides consumers in the United States with more choice in health care, in line with the increased use of a variety of integrative medical treatments: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week ; (2) recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about naturopathic medicine and the role that naturopathic physicians play in preventing chronic and debilitating illnesses and conditions.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 422 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize written testimony, document production, and representation in Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States .

Whereas, in the case of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States , No. 09–568 C, pending in the United States Court of Federal Claims, the plaintiff has issued a subpoena for testimony and production of documents from Holly Luck, a former employee of Senator Baucus; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current and former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That Holly Luck is authorized to provide written testimony and produce documents in the case of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Holly Luck in connection with the written testimony and document production authorized by section 1 of this resolution.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 425 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Casey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month .

Whereas in March 2014, over 118,800 individuals were on the official waiting list for organ donation managed by the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network; Whereas in 2013, 31,422 organs from 14,257 donors (including both living and deceased donors) were transplanted into 28,952 patients, yet 6,123 candidates for transplantation died while waiting for an organ transplant; Whereas on average, 18 people die every day of every year while waiting for an organ donation; Whereas over 100,000,000 people in the United States are registered to be organ and tissue donors, yet the demand for donated organs still outweighs the supply of organs made available each day; Whereas many people do not know about their options for organ and tissue donation, or have not made their wishes clear to their families; Whereas organ and tissue donation can give meaning to the tragic loss of a loved one by enabling up to 8 people to receive the gift of life from a single deceased donor; Whereas living donors can donate a kidney or a portion of a lung or liver to save the life of another individual; and Whereas April is traditionally recognized as National Donate Life Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month ; (2) supports promoting awareness of organ donation; (3) encourages States, localities, and the territories and possessions of the United States to support the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month by issuing proclamations designating April 2014 as National Donate Life Month; (4) commends the generous gift of life provided by individuals who indicate their wish to become organ donors; (5) acknowledges the grief of families facing the loss of a loved one and commends those families who, in their grief, choose to donate the organs of their deceased family member; (6) recognizes the generous contribution made by each living individual who has donated an organ to save a life; (7) acknowledges the advances in medical technology that have enabled organ transplantation with organs donated by living individuals to become a viable treatment option for an increasing number of patients; (8) commends the medical professionals and organ transplantation experts who have worked to improve the process of living organ donation and increase the number of living donors; and (9) salutes all individuals who have helped to give the gift of life by supporting, promoting, and encouraging organ donation.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 430 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2014 Mrs. McCaskill (for herself and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2014, as “Silver Star Service Banner Day”.

Whereas the Senate has always honored the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to represent the members of the Armed Forces and veterans who were wounded or became ill in combat in the wars fought by the United States; Whereas the Silver Star Families of America was formed to help the American people remember the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces by designing and manufacturing Silver Star Service Banners and Silver Star Flags for that purpose; Whereas the sole mission of the Silver Star Families of America is to evoke memories of the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States through the presence of a Silver Star Service Banner in a window or a Silver Star Flag flying; Whereas the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States should never be forgotten; and Whereas May 1, 2014, is an appropriate date to designate as Silver Star Service Banner Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate supports the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day and calls upon the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 431 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Warner , Mr. Whitehouse , Mrs. Hagan , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Sanders , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Schatz , Ms. Warren , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , and Ms. Hirono ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring military children during the National Month of the Military Child.

Whereas more than 2,200,000 individuals demonstrate courage and commitment to freedom by serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas 43.5 percent of members of the Armed Forces, when deployed away from their permanent duty stations, leave behind families with children; Whereas no one feels the effect of deployments more than the children of deployed members of the Armed Forces; Whereas as of March 2014, more than 52,000 children have had a military parent wounded in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom; Whereas the daily struggles and personal sacrifices of children of members of the Armed Forces are too often unnoticed; Whereas countless children live with a parent who is a member of the Armed Forces and who bears a visible or invisible wound of war; Whereas the children of members of the Armed Forces are a source of pride and honor to the people of the United States, and it is fitting that the United States recognize the contributions of such children and celebrate the spirit of such children; Whereas the National Month of the Military Child, observed in April of each year, recognizes military children for their sacrifices and contributes to demonstrating the unconditional support of the United States for members of the Armed Forces; Whereas in addition to programs of the Department of Defense to support military families and military children, various programs and campaigns have been established in the private sector to honor, support, and thank military children by fostering awareness and appreciation for the sacrifices and the challenges that such children face; and Whereas a month-long salute to military children encourages support for the organizations and campaigns established to provide direct support for military children and families: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) joins the Secretary of Defense in honoring the children of members of the Armed Forces and recognizes that such children share in the burden of protecting the United States; and (2) urges the people of the United States to join the military community in observing the National Month of the Military Child with appropriate ceremonies and activities that honor, support, and thank military children.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 432 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2014 Mr. Whitehouse submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources RESOLUTION Recognizing the efforts of the National Park Service and others in restoring and repairing the Washington Monument.

Whereas the employees of the National Park Service work tirelessly to maintain the beauty of the 401 national parks of the United States, revitalize communities, preserve local history, celebrate local heritage, and create outdoor recreation for children and families; Whereas the Washington Monument was built between 1848 and 1884 to commemorate George Washington, the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and the first President of the United States; Whereas the Washington Monument is a symbol of unity and freedom in the United States and is the distinguishing feature of the skyline in Washington, DC; Whereas the Washington Monument is admired by more than 25,000,000 individuals who visit The National Mall each year; Whereas the Washington Monument was closed for over 2½ years for necessary repairs after being damaged by an earthquake in 2011; Whereas engineers examined each of the 9,040 marble stones on the exterior of the Washington Monument and many of the more than 10,000 granite stones on the interior of the monument to ensure that the repair of the monument was sound and complete; Whereas during the rehabilitation, the Washington Monument was covered with scaffolding, markedly altering its appearance; Whereas although the Washington Monument was closed during rehabilitation, the 488 lights on the scaffolding of the monument illuminated the night sky of the United States capital and provided visitors and residents with a sight of unexpected beauty; and Whereas the repair of the Washington Monument would not have been possible without the vision and dedication of the National Park Service, contractors of the National Park Service, and generous philanthropic support: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) pays tribute to the National Park Service, contractors of the National Park Service, and all individuals who contributed to the restoration of the Washington Monument; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to recognize the hard work of the National Park Service in preserving the monuments of the United States.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 434 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Electing Andrew B. Willison as the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.

That Andrew B. Willison of Ohio be, and he is hereby, elected Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 435 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.

That the President of the United States be notified of the election of the Honorable Andrew B. Willison as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 436 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.

That the House of Representatives be notified of the election of the Honorable Andrew B. Willison as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 437 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Heller , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Reid , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Bennet , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the historic significance of the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo.

Whereas May 5, or Cinco de Mayo in Spanish, is celebrated each year as a date of great importance by the Mexican and Mexican-American communities; Whereas the Cinco de Mayo holiday commemorates May 5, 1862, the date on which Mexicans who were struggling for independence and freedom fought the Battle of Puebla; Whereas Cinco de Mayo has become widely celebrated annually by nearly all Mexicans and Mexican-Americans, north and south of the United States-Mexico border; Whereas the Battle of Puebla was but one of the many battles that the courageous Mexican people won in their long and brave struggle for independence and freedom; Whereas the French army, confident that its battle-seasoned troops were far superior to the less-seasoned Mexican troops, expected little or no opposition from the Mexican army; Whereas the French army, which had not experienced defeat against any of the finest troops of Europe in more than half a century, sustained a disastrous loss at the hands of an outnumbered and ill-equipped, but highly spirited and courageous, Mexican army; Whereas, after 3 bloody assaults on Puebla in which more than 1,000 French soldiers lost their lives, the French troops were finally defeated and driven back by the outnumbered Mexican troops; Whereas the courageous spirit that Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza and his men displayed during that historic battle can never be forgotten; Whereas many brave Mexicans willingly gave their lives for the causes of justice and freedom in the Battle of Puebla on Cinco de Mayo; Whereas the sacrifice of the Mexican fighters was instrumental in keeping Mexico from falling under European domination while, in the United States, the Union Army battled Confederate forces in the Civil War; Whereas Cinco de Mayo serves as a reminder that the foundation of the United States was built by people from many countries and diverse cultures who were willing to fight and die for freedom; Whereas Cinco de Mayo also serves as a reminder of the close ties between the people of Mexico and the people of the United States; Whereas, in a larger sense, Cinco de Mayo symbolizes the right of a free people to self-determination, just as Benito Juarez, the president of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla, once said, El respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz ( Respect for the rights of others is peace ); and Whereas many people celebrate Cinco de Mayo during the entire week in which the date falls: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 439 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 6, 2014 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Thune , and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.

Whereas each year, the underground utility infrastructure of the United States, including pipelines, electric, gas, telecommunications, water, sewer, and cable television lines, is jeopardized by unintentional damage caused by those who fail to have underground lines located prior to digging; Whereas some utility lines are buried only a few inches underground, making the lines easy to strike, even during shallow digging projects; Whereas digging prior to locating underground utility lines often results in unintended consequences, such as service interruption, environmental damage, personal injury, and even death; Whereas the month of April marks the beginning of the peak period during which excavation projects are carried out around the United States; Whereas in 2002, Congress required the Department of Transportation and the Federal Communications Commission to establish a 3-digit, nationwide, toll-free number to be used by State One Call systems to provide information on underground utility lines; Whereas in 2005, the Federal Communications Commission designated 811 as the nationwide One Call number for homeowners and excavators to use to obtain information on underground utility lines before conducting excavation activities; Whereas One Call has helped reduce the number of digging damages caused by failure to call before digging from 48 percent in 2004 to 25 percent in 2012; Whereas the 1,600 members of the Common Ground Alliance, who are dedicated to ensuring public safety, environmental protection, and the integrity of services, promote the national Call Before You Dig campaign to increase public awareness about the importance of homeowners and excavators calling 811 to find out the exact location of underground lines; Whereas the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011 affirmed and expanded the One Call program by eliminating exemptions given to local and State government agencies and their contractors on notifying One Call centers before digging; and Whereas the Common Ground Alliance has designated April as National Safe Digging Month to increase awareness of safe digging practices across the United States and to celebrate the anniversary of 811, the national Call Before You Dig number: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month; and (2) encourages all homeowners and excavators throughout the United States to call 811 before digging.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 440 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Mr. Begich (for himself, Mr. Pryor , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Warner , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Coons , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Brown , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the contributions of teachers to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other educators deserve the respect of their students and communities for their selfless dedication to community service and the future of the children of the United States; Whereas the purpose of National Teacher Day , which will be observed on May 6, 2014, is to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions teachers make to society and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the contributions of teachers and other educators to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States; and (2) expresses gratitude for the work done by teachers and educators and encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events on National Teacher Day.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 441 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Thune , and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary May 13, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week .

Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, and obesity rates are high; Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school students do not attend physical education classes in an average week; Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 should engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily, including aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening exercises; Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase physical activity and participation of children and youth in sports: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week ; (2) recognizes National Physical Education and Sport Week and the central role of physical education and sports in creating a healthy lifestyle for all children and youth; (3) supports the implementation of local school wellness policies (as that term is described in section 9A of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1758b)) that include ambitious goals for physical education, physical activity, and other activities that address the childhood obesity epidemic and promote child wellness; and (4) encourages schools to offer physical education classes to students and work with community partners to provide opportunities and safe spaces for physical activities before and after school and during the summer months for all children and youth.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 441 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Thune , and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week .

Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, and obesity rates are high; Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school students do not attend physical education classes in an average week; Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 should engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily, including aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening exercises; Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase physical activity and participation of children and youth in sports: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week ; (2) recognizes National Physical Education and Sport Week and the central role of physical education and sports in creating a healthy lifestyle for all children and youth; (3) supports the implementation of local school wellness policies (as that term is described in section 9A of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1758b)) that include ambitious goals for physical education, physical activity, and other activities that address the childhood obesity epidemic and promote child wellness; and (4) encourages schools to offer physical education classes to students and work with community partners to provide opportunities and safe spaces for physical activities before and after school and during the summer months for all children and youth.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 443 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 13, 2014 Mr. Begich (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Scott , Mr. Warner , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Reid , Ms. Klobuchar , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the goals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States.

Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established in 1983 through the enactment of the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution to designate the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Tourism Week , approved November 29, 1983 ( Public Law 98–178 ; 97 Stat. 1126), which recognized the value of travel and tourism; Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated across the United States from May 3 through May 11, 2014; Whereas more than 200 travel destinations throughout the United States are holding events in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week; Whereas one out of every 9 jobs in the United States depends on travel and tourism and the industry supports more than 14,900,000 jobs in the United States, including 7,900,000 directly in the travel industry and 7,000,000 in related industries; Whereas the travel and tourism industry is among the top 10 industries in 49 States and the District of Columbia in terms of employment; Whereas international travel to the United States is the single largest export industry in the country, generating a trade surplus balance of $57,100,000,000 in 2013; Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the President have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United States welcoming to visitors from other countries; Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic benefits to the United States by generating $2,100,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United States and its communities; and Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be overstated: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 3 through May 11, 2014, as National Travel and Tourism Week; (2) commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States; and (3) commends the employees of the travel and tourism industry for their important contributions to the United States.