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III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 550 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. Wicker , and Ms. Mikulski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 200 th anniversary of The Star-Spangled Banner .

Whereas during the War of 1812, Great Britain turned its full attention to the war effort in North America following its defeat of Napoleon’s armies on the European continent in April 1814; Whereas British forces dealt a devastating blow to the forces of the United States at the Battle of Bladensburg and were, as a consequence, able to march into Washington, D.C. unopposed and, on August 24, 1814, burn the United States Capitol Building, the Executive Mansion, now known as the White House, and other government buildings; Whereas on September 13, 1814, with the fate of the Nation uncertain, Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland, withstood 25 hours of bombardment by the British Royal Navy; Whereas on the following morning, the soldiers of Fort McHenry hoisted an enormous American flag, the sight of which inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem he titled The Star-Spangled Banner ; Whereas on December 24, 1814, American and British commissioners signed the Treaty of Ghent, which would be ratified the following February, bringing the War of 1812 to an end and firmly establishing the United States of America as a sovereign nation within the family of nations; Whereas on March 3, 1931, President Herbert Hoover signed Public Law 71–823 , designating The Star-Spangled Banner as the national anthem of the United States; Whereas The Star-Spangled Banner was written to celebrate American courage at a time when the torch of liberty looked as if it were about to be extinguished; Whereas singing the national anthem at large public gatherings, such as sporting events, brings patriotic unity to the great melting pot known as the United States of America; Whereas our national anthem has become an enduring symbol of the land of the free and the home of the brave ; Whereas the people of the United States are celebrating the bicentennial of The Star-Spangled Banner with a variety of commemorative events nationwide during the week of September 10 through 16, 2014, including the O Say Can You See! Star-Spangled Spectacular festival in Baltimore on September 13, 2014, which included concerts and an extraordinary fireworks display over Fort McHenry and the Baltimore harbor; and Whereas it is especially important to educate young people and new citizens of the United States about the history and meaning of the national anthem: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) the Senate designates the period from September 2014 through September 2015 as the Year of National Thanksgiving for The Star-Spangled Banner ; (2) the Senate encourages all State and local governments and the people of the United States to observe this period of thanksgiving with appropriate ceremonies, activities, educational outreach, and reflection; and (3) it is the sense of the Senate that The Star-Spangled Banner shall retain all current verses and remain our national anthem in perpetuity.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 551 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Heller (for himself and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing September 2014 as National Campus Safety Awareness Month and supporting the goals and ideals of National Campus Safety Awareness Month.

Whereas people on college and university campuses are not immune from the potential acts of crime that the rest of society in the United States faces; Whereas men and women deserve to learn in a positive and safe environment free from sexual assault; Whereas experts estimate that 1 in 5 female undergraduate students will experience sexual assault or attempted sexual assault; Whereas the aggressor in a sexual assault is usually an acquaintance or friend of the victim; Whereas a majority of sexual assaults are not reported to law enforcement; Whereas the majority of stalking victims are between the ages of 18 and 24 years old; Whereas approximately 3 in 10 women are injured emotionally or psychologically from being stalked; Whereas the Clery Center for Security on Campus, a nonprofit group dedicated to preventing violence, substance abuse, and other crimes on college and university campuses, has designated September as National Campus Safety Awareness Month ; and Whereas National Campus Safety Awareness Month provides an opportunity for campus communities to become engaged in efforts to improve campus safety: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Campus Safety Awareness Month; and (2) encourages colleges and universities throughout the United States to provide campus safety and other crime awareness and prevention programs to students throughout the year.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 552 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself, Mrs. Feinstein , Ms. Collins , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Whitehouse , and Mr. Johnson of South Dakota ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 23, 2014.

Whereas more than 28,000,000 children in the United States have parents who work outside the home and approximately 15,100,000 children in the United States have no place to go after school; Whereas high-quality programs that expand learning opportunities for children, such as afterschool, before-school, summer, and expanded learning programs, provide safe, challenging, engaging, and fun learning experiences, including many that emphasize science, technology, engineering, and math, that help children and youth develop social, emotional, physical, cultural, and academic skills; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs and high-quality expanded learning programs provide students with hands-on, engaging lessons that are aligned with the school day; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs complement regular and expanded school days, and support working families by ensuring that the children of those families are safe and productive during the hours parents are working; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs engage families, schools, and diverse community partners in advancing the well-being of children and youth in the United States; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs that partner with high-quality community-based organizations build stronger communities by integrating the school with the larger community; Whereas Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool, before-school, summer, and expanded learning programs held on October 23, 2014, highlights the critical importance of these high-quality programs in the lives of children, their families, and their communities; and Whereas nearly 2 in 5 afterschool programs report that their budgets are in worse condition today than at the height of the recession in 2008, and more than 3 in 5 afterschool programs report that their level of funding is lower than it was 3 years ago, making it difficult for afterschool programs across the United States to keep their doors open and their lights on: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate supports Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 23, 2014.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 553 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Murphy (for himself and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Hartford Courant newspaper.

Whereas the first edition of the Hartford Courant was printed on October 29, 1764; Whereas the Hartford Courant is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States; Whereas the Hartford Courant gave voice to a newfound yearning for freedom as the most circulated newspaper in the colonies during the throes of the Revolutionary War; Whereas the Hartford Courant demonstrated leadership in actively supporting the presidential efforts of President Abraham Lincoln and his attempts to end slavery during the Civil War; and Whereas the Hartford Courant is a 5-time finalist and 2-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for journalistic excellence: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the significant and positive impact of the Hartford Courant throughout the history of the United States; and (2) acknowledges the importance of a vibrant free press to democracy.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 554 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Franken (for himself, Mr. Hatch , Mr. Markey , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Boozman , and Mr. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the month of October 2014 as National Principals Month .

Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the National Association of Elementary School Principals have declared the month of October 2014 to be National Principals Month ; Whereas principals are educational visionaries, instructional and assessment leaders, disciplinarians, community builders, budget analysts, facilities managers, and administrators of legal and contractual obligations; Whereas principals work collaboratively with teachers and parents to develop and implement a clear mission, high curriculum standards, and performance goals; Whereas principals create school environments that facilitate great teaching and learning and continuous school improvement; Whereas the vision, actions, and dedication of principals provide the mobilizing force behind any school reform effort; and Whereas the celebration of National Principals Month would honor elementary school, middle school, and high school principals, and recognize the importance of principals in ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the month of October 2014 as National Principals Month ; and (2) honors the contribution of principals in the elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools of the United States by supporting the goals and ideals of National Principals Month.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 559 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself and Mr. Toomey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as “National Chemistry Week”.

Whereas chemistry is the science of basic units of matter and, consequently, plays a role in every aspect of human life; Whereas chemistry has broad applications, including food science, water quality, energy, sustainability, medicine, and electronics; Whereas the science of chemistry is vital to improving the quality of human life and plays an important role in addressing critical global challenges; Whereas innovations in chemistry continue to spur economic growth and job creation and have applications for a range of industries; Whereas National Chemistry Week is part of a broader vision to improve human life through chemistry and to advance the chemistry enterprise and the practitioners of such enterprise for the benefit of communities and the environment; Whereas the purpose of National Chemistry Week is to reach the public with educational messages about chemistry in order to foster greater understanding and appreciation for the applications and benefits of chemistry; Whereas National Chemistry Week strives to stimulate the interest of young people, including women and underrepresented groups, in enthusiastically studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and in pursuing science-related careers that lead to innovations and major scientific breakthroughs; and Whereas students who participate in National Chemistry Week deserve recognition and support for their efforts: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as National Chemistry Week ; (2) supports the goals of and welcomes the participants in the 27th annual National Chemistry Week; (3) recognizes the need to promote the fields of science (including chemistry), technology, engineering, and mathematics and encourage youth to pursue careers in such fields; and (4) commends the American Chemical Society and the partners of such society for organizing and convening events and activities surrounding National Chemistry Week each year.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 560 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2014 as School Bus Safety Month .

Whereas approximately 480,000 public and private school buses carry 26,000,000 children to and from school every weekday in the United States; Whereas America's 480,000 public and private school buses comprise the largest mass transportation fleet in the Nation; Whereas during the school year, school buses make more than 55,000,000 passenger trips daily and students ride these school buses 10,000,000,000 times per year as the Nation’s fleet travels over 5,600,000,000 miles per school year; Whereas school buses are designed to be safer than passenger vehicles and are 13 times safer than other modes of school transportation, and 44 times safer than vehicles driven by teenagers; Whereas in an average year, about 25 school children are killed in school bus accidents, with one-third of these children struck by their own school buses in loading/unloading zones, one-third struck by motorists who fail to stop for school buses, and one-third killed as they approach or depart a school bus stop; Whereas The Child Safety Network, celebrating 26 years of national public service, has collaborated with the National PTA and the school bus industry to create public service announcements to reduce distracted driving near school buses, increase ridership, and provide free resources to school districts in order to increase driver safety training, provide free technology for tracking school buses, reduce on-board bullying, and educate students; and Whereas the adoption of School Bus Safety Month will allow broadcast and digital media and social networking industries to make commitments to disseminate public service announcements designed to save children’s lives by making motorists aware of school bus safety issues: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates September 2014 as School Bus Safety Month .
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 561 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Heller (for himself and Mr. Tester ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that recently proposed measures that will reduce transparency and public participation at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) should be disapproved by United States representatives to the IAIS.

Whereas the International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS) establishes global insurance standards that the United States and other countries are expected to implement and are graded on their compliance with; Whereas heretofore, the procedures of the IAIS were relatively transparent for observers; Whereas, on August 4, 2014, the IAIS proposed eliminating public observers from its meetings starting on January 1, 2015, significantly reducing the transparency of its activities and only allowing certain parties to attend; Whereas representatives of United States consumer advocacy organizations have just recently been admitted as observers; Whereas the IAIS proposed procedures would provide far less transparency and participation than the procedure afforded to interested stakeholders in the United States by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC); Whereas maximum transparency produces the best regulation and the proposed procedures will reduce transparency; and Whereas United States State insurance regulators who currently provide the largest portion of funding to the IAIS have already publically expressed opposition to the proposed reduction in IAIS transparency: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the International Association of Insurance Supervisors’ (IAIS) proposed procedures will reduce transparency and access to IAIS supervisory standard development by United States stakeholders including those representing consumers; (2) the proposed procedures specifically authorize the unfair and unequal treatment of interested parties by allowing the IAIS to selectively admit certain parties and exclude others at key meetings; (3) all representatives of the United States at the International Association of Insurance Supervisors should oppose these new procedures and instead advocate more transparency and public inclusion by the IAIS; (4) should the IAIS adopt the proposed procedures or any similar reductions in transparency, United States representatives to the IAIS should make all appropriate efforts to ensure that proper transparency is restored; and (5) all United States representatives to the IAIS should work to ensure that their activities are transparent to Congress and United States stakeholders, and that United States representatives to the IAIS should regularly communicate with United States stakeholders through timely comprehensive reporting and in-person discussions.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 563 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Kirk (for himself, Mr. McConnell , Mr. Coats , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Thune , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Cornyn , and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the President should pursue extradition authority for international cy­ber­crim­i­nals committing credit card theft targeting United States citizens.

Whereas the number of United States citizens who have had their identity and financial information compromised as a result of recent data breaches at major retailers exceeds 100,000,000; Whereas the financial security of middle class Americans has been put at risk by these criminal attacks; Whereas cybercrimes targeting the financial information of United States citizens are often transnational crimes; and Whereas the United States does not currently have established extradition agreements with many countries acting as safe havens for cybercriminals: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that the President should immediately launch international negotiations with the governments of the world's leading powers for new, effective extradition treaties with countries with which the United States has no current extradition authority, as well as renegotiate old, ineffective treaties, in order to combat more effectively international cybercriminals, including those who target the credit card information of United States citizens.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 564 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Brown (for himself and Mr. Portman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works December 16, 2014 Committee discharged; considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Honoring conservation on the centennial of the passenger pigeon extinction.

Whereas the death of Martha, the last passenger pigeon, on September 1, 1914, at the Cincinnati Zoo, and the extinction of the passenger pigeon helped to catalyze the American conservation movement of the early 20th century, resulting in new laws and practices that prevented the extinction of many species; Whereas the story of the passenger pigeon can serve to encourage communities to explore connections between humans and the natural world, and inspire people to build sustainable relationships with other species; Whereas the passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius) was once the most abundant bird in North America, with a population exceeding 3,000,000,000 and with flocks so large that they could darken the skies for hours and even days at a time; Whereas due to unregulated market hunting in the 19th century and deforestation, the passenger pigeon population plummeted toward extinction; Whereas Project Passenger Pigeon, a consortium of over 150 institutions, scientists, conservationists, educators, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and others throughout the Nation, is using the centenary of the extinction of the species to tell the story of the passenger pigeon; and Whereas the story of the passenger pigeon, once a symbol of never-ending natural abundance, and its subsequent extinction is unique in the annals of the history of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate commemorates the importance of this centenary, our natural heritage, the sustainability of our ecosystem, and the balanced and responsible conservation of our Nation’s wildlife.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 564 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Brown (for himself and Mr. Portman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works RESOLUTION Honoring conservation on the centennial of the passenger pigeon extinction.

Whereas the Senate recognizes the importance of conserving natural habitats for bird populations and preserving the Nation’s biodiversity; Whereas the death of Martha, the last passenger pigeon, on September 1, 1914, at the Cincinnati Zoo, and the extinction of the passenger pigeon helped to catalyze the American conservation movement of the early 20th century, resulting in new laws and practices that prevented the extinction of many species; Whereas the story of the passenger pigeon can serve as a cautionary tale and raise awareness of current issues related to human-caused extinction, explore connections between humans and the natural world, and inspire people to build sustainable relationships with other species; Whereas the passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius) was once the most abundant bird in North America, with a population exceeding 3,000,000,000 and with flocks so large that they could darken the skies for hours and even days at a time; Whereas due to unregulated market hunting in the 19th century and deforestation, the passenger pigeon population plummeted toward extinction; Whereas Project Passenger Pigeon, a consortium of over 150 institutions, scientists, conservationists, educators, artists, musicians, filmmakers, and others throughout the Nation, is using the centenary of the extinction of the species to tell the story of the passenger pigeon; and Whereas the story of the passenger pigeon, once a symbol of never-ending natural abundance, and its subsequent extinction is unique in the annals of the history of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate commemorates the importance of this centenary, our natural heritage, the sustainability of our ecosystem, and the conservation of our Nation’s wildlife.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 565 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Levin (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Ms. Stabenow , and Ms. Baldwin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the President and the Secretary of State should ensure that the Canadian Government does not permanently store nuclear waste in the Great Lakes Basin.

Whereas the water resources of the Great Lakes Basin are precious public natural resources, shared by the Great Lakes States and the Canadian Provinces; Whereas since 1909, the United States and Canada have worked to maintain and improve the water quality of the Great Lakes through water quality agreements; Whereas more than 40,000,000 people in Canada and the United States depend on the fresh water from the Great Lakes for drinking water; Whereas Ontario Power Generation is proposing to build a permanent geological repository for nuclear waste less than one mile from Lake Huron in Kincardine, Ontario, Canada; Whereas nuclear waste is highly toxic and can take tens of thousands of years to decompose to safe levels; Whereas during the 1980s when the Department of Energy, in accordance with the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982 ( 42 U.S.C. 10101 et seq. ), was studying potential sites for a permanent nuclear waste repository in the United States, the Canadian Government expressed concern with locating a permanent nuclear waste repository within the shared water basins of the 2 countries; and Whereas a spill of nuclear waste into the Great Lakes could have lasting and severely adverse environmental, health, and economic impacts on the Great Lakes and the people that depend on them for their livelihood: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate— (1) the Canadian Government should not allow a permanent nuclear waste repository to be built within the Great Lakes Basin; (2) the President and the Secretary of State should take appropriate action to work with the Canadian Government to prevent a permanent nuclear waste repository from being built within the Great Lakes Basin; and (3) the President and the Secretary of State should work together with their Canadian Government counterparts on a safe and responsible solution for the long-term storage of nuclear waste.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 566 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Thune (for himself and Mr. Johnson of South Dakota ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Celebrating the 125 th anniversary of the State of South Dakota.

Whereas South Dakota joined the Union as a State on November 2, 1889; Whereas South Dakota serves as a breadbasket for the United States and the world; Whereas the agriculture industry in South Dakota produces a $25,600,000,000 economic impact each year; Whereas South Dakota is among the top 10 producers in the United States of 9 different crops; Whereas South Dakota is among the top 10 producers in the United States in 5 different animal production areas; Whereas South Dakota is a land of opportunity and free enterprise; Whereas South Dakota consistently has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the United States; Whereas South Dakota has an outstanding system of education at every level, teaching students to become leaders and innovators in a variety of fields; Whereas South Dakotans have gone on to serve proudly and in disproportionately high numbers in the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the USS South Dakota was commissioned in 1942 and valiantly served in the Pacific during World War II; Whereas South Dakota is honored to be home to 9 Native American tribes; Whereas South Dakota boasts the highest mountains between the Appalachians and the Rockies; Whereas South Dakota supports environmental conservation as home to 6 National parks; Whereas people from all over the United States travel to South Dakota every year to participate in an annual tradition of pheasant hunting that has spurred tourism and economic growth and has maintained a heritage important to South Dakotans for generations; and Whereas South Dakota came to symbolize the commitment of the United States to freedom and democracy by way of the world-famous Mount Rushmore: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate commends and celebrates South Dakota and its people on the State's 125 th anniversary.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 567 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. McCain (for himself, Mr. Leahy , Mr. Corker , Mr. Whitehouse , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the possible easing of restrictions on the sale of lethal military equipment to the Government of Vietnam.

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) Vietnam is an important emerging partner with which the United States increasingly shares strategic and economic interests, including improving bilateral and multilateral capacity for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, upholding the principles of freedom of navigation and peaceful resolution of international disputes, strengthening an open regional trading order, and maintaining a favorable balance of power in the Asia-Pacific region; (2) the Government of Vietnam has recently taken modest but encouraging steps to improve its human rights record, including signing the United Nations Convention Against Torture and other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly December 10, 1984, increasing registrations for places of worship, taking greater action to combat human trafficking, reviewing the Criminal Code, and beginning high-level engagement with the United States and international human rights nongovernmental organizations; (3) in light of growing challenges in the Asia-Pacific region and some steps by the Government of Vietnam to improve its human rights record, the President should begin a process to ease the United States prohibition on the sale of lethal military equipment to Vietnam, which is maintained under executive authority and can be changed without legislative action, but should not be changed without consultation with Congress; (4) easing the prohibition on the sale of lethal military equipment to Vietnam at this time solely with regard to maritime and coastal defense would further United States national security interests, but steps beyond this to ease further the prohibition would require the Government of Vietnam to take significant and sustained steps to protect human rights, including releases of prisoners of conscience and legal reforms; (5) the United States Government should continue to support civil society in Vietnam, including advocates for religious freedom, press freedom, and labor rights who seek to use peaceful means to build a strong and prosperous Vietnam that respects human rights and the rule of law; and (6) the United States Government should continue to engage the Government of Vietnam in a high-level dialogue and specify what steps on human rights would be necessary for the Government of Vietnam to take in order to continue strengthening the bilateral relationship, including to ease further the prohibition on the sale of lethal military equipment.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 568 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the month of September 2014 as “National Sepsis Awareness Month”.

Whereas sepsis is a medical condition resulting from an immune system response to an infection; Whereas the overwhelming flood of immune chemicals released into the blood to fight an infection can impair blood flow, injuring organs; Whereas sepsis is a serious community-acquired infection and a leading cause of death in the United States; Whereas in severe cases of sepsis, a patient can experience a drop in blood pressure, a weakened heart, and septic shock, causing potentially fatal multiple organ failure; Whereas approximately 1,000,000 individuals in the United States are infected with sepsis each year; Whereas sepsis has killed over 4,000,000 individuals in the United States between 2004 and 2014; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 50 percent of individuals infected with sepsis die, accounting for more deaths in the United States than prostate cancer, breast cancer, and AIDS combined; Whereas according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, sepsis is the most expensive cause of hospitalization in the United States, with an annual cost of $24,000,000,000; Whereas the number of sepsis deaths is on the rise in the United States; Whereas an article in the Journal of the American Medical Association reports that more than 80 percent of individuals who die from sepsis arrive at the hospital with sepsis; Whereas early recognition, diagnosis, and treatment can prevent sepsis fatalities; and Whereas September 2014 is an appropriate month to designate as “National Sepsis Awareness Month” to raise awareness of sepsis and encourage educating patients, families, health care professionals, and government agencies on the importance of early detection as the key for patients to survive sepsis: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates the month of September 2014 as National Sepsis Awareness Month .
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 570 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Manchin (for himself, Mr. Burr , Mr. Rockefeller , Ms. Mikulski , and Mr. Brown ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating October 17, 2014, as National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day .

Whereas the United States should reduce dependence on foreign oil and enhance energy security by creating a transportation sector that is less dependent on oil; Whereas the United States should improve air quality in the United States by reducing emissions from the millions of motor vehicles that operate in the United States; Whereas the United States should foster national expertise and technological advancement in cleaner, more energy-efficient alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles; Whereas a robust domestic industry for alternative fuels and alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles will create jobs and increase the competitiveness of the United States in the international community; Whereas the people of the United States need more options for clean and energy-efficient transportation; Whereas mainstream adoption of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles will produce benefits at the local, national, and international levels; Whereas consumers and businesses require a better understanding of the benefits of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles; Whereas first responders require proper comprehensive training to be fully prepared for any precautionary measures that they may need to take during incidents and extrications that involve alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles; Whereas the Federal Government can lead the way toward a cleaner and more efficient transportation sector by choosing alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles for the fleets of the Federal Government; and Whereas Federal support for the adoption of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles can accelerate greater energy independence for the United States, improve the environmental security of the United States, and address global climate change: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 17, 2014, as National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day ; (2) proclaims National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Day as a day to promote programs and activities that will lead to the greater use of cleaner, more efficient transportation that uses new sources of energy; and (3) urges the people of the United States to— (A) increase personal and commercial use of cleaner and more energy-efficient alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles; (B) promote public sector adoption of cleaner and more energy-efficient alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles; and (C) encourage the adoption of Federal policies to advance and adopt alternative, advanced, and emerging vehicle and fuel technologies in order to reduce the dependence of the United States on foreign oil.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 571 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Mr. Warner (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 30, 2014, as United States and India Partnership Day .

Whereas the United States, the oldest democracy in the world, will welcome the Prime Minister of India, the leader of the largest democracy in the world, to the Nation's capital, on September 30, 2014; Whereas the United States–India relationship is built on mutual respect for common values, including democracy, the rule of law, a market economy, and ethnic and religious diversity, and is bolstered by strong people-to-people connections, including a 3,000,000 strong Indian American diaspora; Whereas the Senate places tremendous value on the relationship between the United States and India, and the bipartisan Senate India Caucus comprises 42 Senators and is the largest country-specific caucus in the Senate; Whereas the Indian general election of 2014 was the largest election in Indian history, proving that democracy in India is as strong as it is encompassing of its religious, ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural diversity; Whereas the President of the United States congratulated the Prime Minister of India after his party's election victory and emphasized the deep bond and commitment to promoting economic opportunity, freedom, and security in India and the United States; Whereas the 2 largest democracies in the world, the United States and India, have further developed their governments, businesses, nonprofit organizations, nongovernmental organizations, artists, entertainers, athletes, scientists, engineers, doctors, nurses, universities, schools, and faiths and the dignity of their citizens by demonstrating the value of an enlightened democratic rule of law, a peaceful government, and freedom from terror, tyranny, and oppression; Whereas the relationship between the United States and India is vital to promoting stability, democracy, and economic prosperity in the 21st century; Whereas bilateral trade between the United States and India increased from $19,000,000,000 in 2000 to $95,000,000,000 in 2013; Whereas in 2013, the United States exported goods to India totaling $35,000,000,000 and generating 168,000 jobs in the United States; and Whereas in 2013, the United States invested more than $28,000,000,000 in India, generating more than 500,000 jobs in India: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates September 30, 2014, as United States and India Partnership Day , recognizing the contributions of the United States and India to one another and their relationship that will continue to help define the 21st century; and (2) recognizes that the relationship between the United States and India is a special and permanent bond.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 572 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2014 Ms. Cantwell (for herself, Mrs. Murray , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Warner , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Collins , Ms. Hirono , and Mr. King ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols.

Whereas the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force recently completed the 4,000th deterrent patrol of a ballistic missile submarine (SSBN); Whereas this milestone is significant for the Submarine Force, its crews and their families, the United States Navy, and the entire country; Whereas this milestone was reached through the combined efforts and impressive achievements of all of the submariners who have participated in such patrols since the first patrol of USS George Washington (SSBN 598) in 1960; Whereas, as a result of the dedication and commitment to excellence of the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force, ballistic missile submarines have always been ready and vigilant, reassuring United States allies and deterring anyone who might seek to do harm to the United States or United States allies; Whereas the national maritime strategy of the United States recognizes the critical need for strategic deterrence in today’s uncertain world; Whereas the true strength of the ballistic missile submarine lies in the extremely talented and motivated Sailors who have voluntarily chosen to serve in the submarine community; and Whereas the inherent stealth, unparalleled firepower, and nearly limitless endurance of the ballistic missile submarine provide a credible deterrence for any enemies that would seek to use force against the United States or United States allies: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Sailors of the United States Submarine Force upon the completion of 4,000 ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) deterrent patrols; and (2) honors and thanks the crews of ballistic missile submarines and their devoted families for their continued dedication and sacrifice.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 576 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 12, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Roberts ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of October 20, 2014, as the National Day on Writing .

Whereas people in the 21 st century are writing more than ever before for personal, professional, and civic purposes; Whereas the social nature of writing invites people of every age, profession, and walk of life to create meaning through composing; Whereas more and more people in every occupation consider writing to be essential and influential in their work; Whereas writers continue to learn how to write for different purposes, audiences, and occasions throughout their lifetimes; Whereas developing digital technologies expand the possibilities for composing in multiple media at a faster pace than ever before; Whereas young people are leading the way in developing new forms of composing by using different forms of digital media; Whereas effective communication contributes to building a global economy and a global community; Whereas the National Council of Teachers of English, in conjunction with its many national and local partners, honors and celebrates the importance of writing through the National Day on Writing; Whereas the National Day on Writing celebrates the foundational place of writing in the personal, professional, and civic lives of the people of the United States; Whereas the National Day on Writing highlights the importance of writing instruction and practice at every educational level and in every subject area; Whereas the National Day on Writing emphasizes the lifelong process of learning to write and compose for different audiences, purposes, and occasions; Whereas the National Day on Writing honors the use of the full range of media for composing, from traditional tools like print, audio, and video to Internet website tools like blogs, wikis, and podcasts; and Whereas the National Day on Writing encourages all people of the United States to write, enjoy, and learn from the writing of others: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of October 20, 2014, as the National Day on Writing ; (2) strongly affirms the purposes of the National Day on Writing; and (3) encourages educational institutions, businesses, community and civic associations, and other organizations to celebrate and promote the National Day on Writing.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 577 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 12, 2014 Mr. Sanders (for himself and Mr. Burr ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration November 18, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

1. Collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of the rules or regulations of the Senate— (1) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may collect from another Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate within Senate buildings nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and the families of those members during the holiday season, if the charitable purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or of Federal law; and (2) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of donations described under paragraph (1). (b) Expiration The authority provided by this resolution shall expire at the end of the second session of the 113th Congress.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 577 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 12, 2014 Mr. Sanders (for himself and Mr. Burr ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Permitting the collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings.

1. Collection of clothing, toys, food, and housewares during the holiday season for charitable purposes in Senate buildings (a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of the rules or regulations of the Senate— (1) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may collect from another Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate within Senate buildings nonmonetary donations of clothing, toys, food, and housewares for charitable purposes related to serving persons in need or members of the Armed Forces and the families of those members during the holiday season, if the charitable purposes do not otherwise violate any rule or regulation of the Senate or of Federal law; and (2) a Senator, officer of the Senate, or employee of the Senate may work with a nonprofit organization with respect to the delivery of donations described under paragraph (1). (b) Expiration The authority provided by this resolution shall expire at the end of the second session of the 113th Congress.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 579 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES November 17, 2014 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Relative to the death of Howard O. Greene, Jr., former Sergeant at Arms of the United States Senate.

Whereas Howard O. Greene, Jr., began his service to the United States Senate as a Doorkeeper in January 1968; Whereas Howard O. Greene, Jr., served the United States Senate as Republican cloakroom assistant, Assistant Secretary for the Minority, Secretary for the Minority, and Secretary for the Majority; Whereas Howard O. Greene, Jr., was elected as Senate Sergeant at Arms during the 104th Congress; and Whereas Howard O. Greene, Jr.'s more than 28 years of service was characterized by a deep and abiding respect for the institution and customs of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of Howard O. Greene, Jr.

That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased.

That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Howard O. Greene, Jr.