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III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 342 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES January 30, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Levin , Mr. Cornyn , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Cardin , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Cochran , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating February 3 through 7, 2014, as National School Counseling Week .

Whereas the American School Counselor Association has designated February 3 through 7, 2014, as National School Counseling Week ; Whereas the importance of school counseling has been recognized through the inclusion of elementary and secondary school counseling programs in amendments to the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 ( 20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq. ); Whereas school counselors have long advocated for equal opportunities for all students; Whereas school counselors help develop well-rounded students by guiding students through academic, personal, social, and career development; Whereas personal and social growth results in increased academic achievement; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in ensuring that students are ready for college and careers; Whereas school counselors play a vital role in making students aware of opportunities for financial aid and college scholarships; Whereas school counselors assist with and coordinate efforts to foster a positive school climate, resulting in a safer learning environment for all students; Whereas school counselors have been instrumental in helping students, teachers, and parents deal with personal trauma as well as tragedies in their communities and the United States; Whereas students face myriad challenges every day, including peer pressure, bullying, depression, the deployment of family members to serve in conflicts overseas, and school violence; Whereas a school counselor is one of the few professionals in a school building who is trained in both education and mental health matters; Whereas the roles and responsibilities of school counselors are often misunderstood; Whereas the school counselor position is often among the first to be eliminated to meet budgetary constraints; Whereas the national average ratio of students to school counselors is 471 to 1, almost twice the 250 to 1 ratio recommended by the American School Counselor Association, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, and other organizations; and Whereas the celebration of National School Counseling Week will increase awareness of the important and necessary role school counselors play in the lives of students in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 3 through 7, 2014, as National School Counseling Week ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe National School Counseling Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities that promote awareness of the role school counselors play in schools and the community at large in preparing students for fulfilling lives as contributing members of society.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 344 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 4, 2014 Mr. Toomey (for himself and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Penn State University women’s volleyball team for winning the 2013 National Collegiate Athletic Association Women's Volleyball Championship.

Whereas on December 21, 2013, the Penn State University Nittany Lions won the 2013 National Collegiate Athletic Association ( NCAA ) Women's Volleyball Championship in Seattle, Washington with a hard-fought victory over the University of Wisconsin Badgers in a thrilling four-set match; Whereas the Penn State University Nittany Lions have won 5 of the last 7 NCAA women's volleyball championships and 6 overall, matching the Stanford University Cardinal for the most NCAA Division I women's volleyball championships by a single program; Whereas the Penn State University Nittany Lions concluded the 2013 season with a record of 34 wins and only 2 losses, and a 16 th Big Ten Conference title; Whereas 4 Nittany Lions players were selected for the 2013 NCAA All-Tournament team and junior setter Micha Hancock was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player; Whereas head coach Russ Rose was named the 2013 National Coach of the Year and has been at the helm of the Nittany Lions women’s volleyball team for 34 seasons, never winning less than 22 games in a season; and Whereas this season, Coach Rose and his staff depended on 4 seniors to lead by example on the court and in the classroom, as best illustrated by Ariel Scott and Maggie Harding, who were each awarded prestigious academic honors: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Penn State University women’s volleyball team for winning the 2013 National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship; (2) commends the Penn State University women's volleyball team players, coaches, and staff for their hard work and dedication; and (3) recognizes the Penn State University students, alumni, and loyal fans who supported the Nittany Lions on their way to capturing a record-tying sixth National Collegiate Athletic Association Championship.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 346 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself and Ms. Cantwell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation RESOLUTION Congratulating the athletes from the State of Washington and across the United States who are set to participate in the 2014 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi, Russia.

Whereas the 2014 United States Olympic and Paralympic Team, also known as Team USA, is the largest delegation ever sent to a Winter Olympic Games by the United States; Whereas the 230 members of Team USA represent the diversity of their Nation and will perform, with skill and grace, to the best of their ability; Whereas diversity among national Olympic teams fosters greater understanding and peace among nations by upholding the values of the Olympic movement; Whereas the members of Team USA will represent the spirit of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and fulfill the principles of modern Olympism as outlined in the Olympic Charter as modified by the International Olympic Committee on September 9, 2013; Whereas, on February 11, 2014, women will compete in ski jumping for the first time in Olympic history; Whereas members of Team USA will compete in all 15 disciplines in the 2014 Winter Olympic Games across 7 sports, and in 94 of 98 medal events; Whereas Team USA features 106 returning Olympians, including 13 Olympic gold medalists; Whereas the members of Team USA from the great State of Washington who will proudly represent their Nation are— (1) Erik Bjornsen of Winthrop, Washington, who will compete in cross-country skiing; (2) Sadie Bjornsen of Winthrop, Washington, who will compete in cross-country skiing; (3) J.R. Celski of Federal Way, Washington, who will compete in the 500 meter, 1,000 meter, 1,500 meter, and 5,000 meter relay events in short track speedskating; (4) Patrick Deneen of Cle Elum, Washington, who will compete in the moguls event in freestyle skiing; (5) Brian Gregg of Winthrop, Washington, who will compete in cross-country skiing; (6) Torin Koos of Leavenworth, Washington, who will compete in cross-country skiing; (7) Christian Niccum of Woodinville, Washington, who will compete in luge; and (8) Angeli VanLaanen of Bellingham, Washington, who will compete in the halfpipe event in freestyle skiing; and Whereas all of the athletes of Team USA should be commended and honored for their contributions to sport, our country, and the Olympic movement: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) acknowledges the dedication of the United States Olympic Committee, the national governing bodies of each sport that is an event at the 2014 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, and the administrators, coaches, families, and all others who support the athletes participating in the Olympic and Paralympic Games; and (2) congratulates the members of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams and wishes them success at the 2014 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi, Russia.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 347 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Mr. Merkley (for himself, Mr. Lee , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Paul , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Begich , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Providing for completion of the accelerated transition of United States combat and military and security operations to the Government of Afghanistan.

Whereas in June 2013, the Government of Afghanistan assumed the lead for combat operations in all regions of Afghanistan consistent with the schedule agreed to by President Barack Obama and President of Afghanistan Hamid Karzai: Now, therefore, be it

1. Completion of accelerated transition of United States combat and military and security operations to the Government of Afghanistan (a) Statement of policy It is the policy of the United States— (1) that, in coordination with the Government of Afghanistan, North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member countries, and other allies in Afghanistan, the President shall complete the accelerated transition of United States military and security operations to the Government of Afghanistan and redeploy United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan (including operations involving military and security-related contractors) by not later than December 31, 2014; and (2) to pursue diplomatic efforts leading to a political settlement and reconciliation of the internal conflict in Afghanistan. (b) Sense of the Senate It is the sense of the Senate that, should the President determine the necessity to maintain United States troops in Afghanistan to carry out missions after December 31, 2014, any such presence and missions should be authorized by a separate vote of Congress not later than June 1, 2014. (c) Rule of construction Nothing in this section shall be construed as limiting or prohibiting any authority of the President to— (1) modify the military strategy, tactics, and operations of United States Armed Forces as such Armed Forces redeploy from Afghanistan; (2) attack al Qaeda forces wherever such forces are located; (3) provide financial support and equipment to the Government of Afghanistan for the training and supply of Afghanistan military and security forces; (4) gather, provide, and share intelligence with United States allies operating in Afghanistan and Pakistan; or (5) provide security after December 31, 2014, to United States facilities or diplomatic personnel located in Afghanistan.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 349 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Ms. Cantwell (for herself and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Celebrating the 30 th Anniversary of the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area.

Whereas the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area was designated an American Viticultural Area on February 6, 1984; Whereas the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area is considered one of the most awarded and recognized of the American Viticultural Areas in the United States; Whereas in 2013, 4 Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area wines were selected by 3 leading wine publications as among the top 100 wines in the world; Whereas the wine industry contributes over $500 million annually to the economy of Walla Walla County; Whereas jobs in the wine industry are steadily growing in Walla Walla County and are expected to account for 20 percent of jobs in Walla Walla County by 2020; Whereas the number of wineries in the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area has grown from 4 in 1984 to approximately 130 today; Whereas agricultural land devoted to growing wine grapes in the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area has grown from 30 acres in 1984 to 1,800 acres in 2013; and Whereas Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area wines are consistently rated highly by critics and enjoyed by wine connoisseurs around the world: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area on the occasion of its 30 year anniversary; (2) recognizes the Walla Walla Valley American Viticultural Area as a pioneer in the wine industry of Washington; and (3) requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution for appropriate display to the Walla Walla Valley Wine Alliance.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 350 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Mr. Booker (for himself, Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary February 12, 2014 Committee discharged; considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Designating February 14, 2014, as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care.

Whereas National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care promotes national awareness of the importance of compassionate and respectful relationships between health care professionals and their patients; Whereas on February 14 of each year, medical professionals and students stand in solidarity to support compassion in health care as expressed by Dr. Randall Friese, triage physician at the University of Arizona Medical Center, who stated that the most important treatment he provided to Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords after she was shot on January 8, 2011, was to hold her hand and reassure her that she was in the hospital and would be cared for; Whereas physicians, nurses, and all other health care professionals are charged with practicing medicine as both an art and a science; Whereas an awareness of the importance of compassion in health care encourages health care professionals to be mindful of the need to treat the patient rather than the disease; Whereas scientific research reveals that when health care professionals practice humanistically and demonstrate the qualities of integrity, compassion, altruism, respect, empathy, and service, their patients have better medical outcomes; and Whereas February 14th would be an appropriate day to designate as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care and for health care students and professionals to celebrate by performing humanistic acts of compassion and kindness toward patients, families of patients, and health care colleagues: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 14, 2014, as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care; (2) recognizes the importance and value of a respectful relationship between health care professionals and their patients as a means of promoting better health outcomes; and (3) encourages all health care professionals to be mindful of the importance of both— (A) being humane and compassionate; and (B) providing technical expertise.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 350 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES Mr. Booker (for himself and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating February 14, 2014, as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care.

Whereas National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care promotes national awareness of the importance of compassionate and respectful relationships between health care professionals and their patients as reflected in attitudes that are sensitive to the values, autonomy, and cultural and ethnic backgrounds of patients and their families; Whereas on February 14 of each year, medical professionals and students stand in solidarity to support compassion in health care as expressed by Dr. Randall Friese, triage physician at the University of Arizona Medical Center, who stated that the most important treatment he provided to Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords after she was shot on January 8, 2011, was to hold her hand and reassure her that she was in the hospital and would be cared for; Whereas physicians, nurses, and all other health care professionals are charged with practicing medicine as both an art and a science; Whereas an awareness of the importance of compassion in health care encourages health care professionals to be mindful of the need to treat the patient rather than the disease; Whereas scientific research reveals that when health care professionals practice humanistically and demonstrate the qualities of integrity, compassion, altruism, respect, empathy, and service, their patients have better medical outcomes; and Whereas February 14th would be an appropriate day to designate as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care and for health care students and professionals to celebrate by performing humanistic acts of compassion and kindness toward patients, families of patients, and health care colleagues: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates February 14, 2014, as National Solidarity Day for Compassionate Patient Care; (2) recognizes the importance and value of a respectful relationship between health care professionals and their patients as a means of promoting better health outcomes; and (3) encourages all health care professionals to be mindful of the important roles in medicine of humanism and compassion, as well as technical expertise.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 351 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Mr. Enzi (for himself and Mr. Barrasso ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Requiring that legislation considered by the Senate be confined to a single issue.

1. Single-issue requirement (a) Point of order It shall not be in order in the Senate to consider a bill or resolution that is not confined to a single subject. (b) Supermajority waiver and appeals (1) Waiver This section may be waived or suspended in the Senate only by the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (2) Appeals Appeals in the Senate from the decisions of the Chair relating to any provision of this section shall be limited to 30 minutes, to be equally divided between, and controlled by, the appellant and the manager of the bill or joint resolution. An affirmative vote of two-thirds of the Members of the Senate, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under this section.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 352 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 6, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Hatch , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Bennet , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the success of Team USA in the past 22 Olympic Winter Games and supporting Team USA in the 2014 Olympic Winter Games and Paralympic Winter Games.

Whereas for over 100 years, the Olympic Movement has built a more peaceful and better world by educating young people through amateur athletics, bringing together athletes from many countries in friendly competition, and forging new relationships bound by friendship, solidarity, and fair play; Whereas the 2014 Olympic Winter Games will take place in Sochi, Russia from February 7, 2014, to February 23, 2014, and the 2014 Paralympic Winter Games will take place in Sochi, Russia from March 7, 2014, to March 16, 2014; Whereas at the 2014 Olympic Winter Games, more than 85 nations will compete in 15 sports disciplines, and Team USA will compete in all 15 sports disciplines; Whereas at the 2014 Olympic Winter Games, more than 85 nations will compete in 7 sports, and Team USA will compete in all 7 sports; Whereas 230 Olympians and more than 75 Paralympians will compete on behalf of Team USA in Sochi, Russia; Whereas Team USA has won 87 gold medals, 95 silver medals, and 72 bronze medals, totaling 254 medals in the past 22 Olympic Winter Games; Whereas the people of the United States stand united in respect and admiration for the members of the United States Winter Olympic and Winter Paralympic teams and the athletic accomplishments, sportsmanship, and dedication to excellence of the teams; Whereas the many accomplishments of the United States Winter Olympic and Winter Paralympic teams would not have been possible without the hard work and dedication of many individuals, including individuals on the United States Olympic Committee and the many administrators, coaches, and family members who provided critical support to the athletes; Whereas the United States takes great pride in the qualities of commitment to excellence, grace under pressure, and good will toward other competitors that the athletes of Team USA exhibit; and Whereas the Olympic Movement celebrates competition, fair play, and the pursuit of dreams: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) applauds all athletes and coaches of Team USA and the families of such athletes and coaches who support them; (2) supports the athletes of Team USA in their endeavors at the 2014 Olympic Winter and Paralympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia; (3) thanks all members of the United States Olympic Committee for their unwavering support of the athletes of Team USA; and (4) supports the goals and ideals of the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 353 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 11, 2014 Mr. Markey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating September 2014 as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month .

Whereas a brain aneurysm is an abnormal saccular or fusiform bulging of an artery in the brain; Whereas an estimated 1 out of every 50 people in the United States has a brain aneurysm; Whereas brain aneurysms are most likely to occur in people between the ages of 35 and 60 and there are typically no warning signs; Whereas brain aneurysms are more likely to occur in women than in men by a 3-to-2 ratio; Whereas young and middle aged African-Americans have a higher risk of brain aneurysm rupture compared to Caucasian Americans; Whereas various risk factors can contribute to the formation of a brain aneurysm, including smoking, hypertension, and a family history of brain aneurysms; Whereas approximately 6,000,000 people in the United States have a brain aneurysm; Whereas an unruptured brain aneurysm can lead to double vision, vision loss, loss of sensation, weakness, loss of balance, incoordination, and speech problems; Whereas a brain aneurysm is often discovered when it ruptures and causes a subarachnoid hemorrhage; Whereas a subarachnoid hemorrhage can lead to brain damage, hydrocephalus, stroke, and death; Whereas each year, more than 30,000 people in the United States suffer from ruptured brain aneurysms and 40 percent of these people die as a result; Whereas annually, between 3,000 and 4,500 people in the United States with ruptured brain aneurysms die before reaching the hospital; Whereas a number of advancements have been made in recent years regarding the detection of aneurysms, including the computerized tomography (CT) scan, the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test, and the cerebral arteriogram, and early detection can save lives; Whereas various research studies are currently being conducted in the United States in order to better understand, prevent, and treat brain aneurysms; and Whereas the month of September would be an appropriate month to designate as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates September 2014 as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month; and (2) continues to support research to prevent, detect, and treat brain aneurysms.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 354 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 11, 2014 Mr. Toomey (for himself, Mr. McConnell , Mr. Burr , and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should leave no member of the Armed Forces unaccounted for during the drawdown of forces in Afghanistan.

Whereas the United States is a country of great honor and integrity; Whereas the United States has made a sacred promise to members of the Armed Forces who are deployed overseas in defense of this country that their sacrifice and service will never be forgotten; and Whereas the United States can never thank the proud members of the Armed Forces enough for what they do for this country on a daily basis: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) believes that the United States should undertake every reasonable effort— (A) to find and repatriate members of the Armed Forces who are missing; and (B) to repatriate members of the Armed Forces who are captured; (2) believes that the United States has a responsibility to keep the promises made to members of the Armed Forces who risk their lives on a daily basis on behalf of the people of the United States; (3) supports the United States Soldier’s Creed and the Warrior Ethos, which state that I will never leave a fallen comrade ; and (4) believes that, while the United States continues to transition leadership roles in combat operations in Afghanistan to the people of Afghanistan, the United States must continue to fulfill these important promises to any member of the Armed Forces who is in a missing status or captured as a result of service in Afghanistan now or in the future.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 359 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 12, 2014 Mr. Reid submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To constitute the majority party’s membership on certain committees for the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen.

That the following shall constitute the majority party’s membership on the following committees for the One Hundred Thirteenth Congress, or until their successors are chosen: Committee on Agriculture: Ms. Stabenow (Chairman), Mr. Leahy, Mr. Harkin, Mr. Brown, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Bennet, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Donnelly, Ms. Heitkamp, Mr. Casey, Mr. Walsh. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation : Mr. Rockefeller (Chairman), Mrs. Boxer, Mr. Nelson, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Pryor, Mrs. McCaskill, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. Begich, Mr. Blumenthal, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Markey, Mr. Booker, Mr. Walsh. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: Ms. Landrieu (Chairman), Mr. Wyden, Mr. Johnson of South Dakota, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Sanders, Ms. Stabenow, Mr. Udall of Colorado, Mr. Franken, Mr. Manchin, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Heinrich, Ms. Baldwin. Committee on Environment and Public Works : Mrs. Boxer (Chairman), Mr. Carper, Mr. Cardin, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Whitehouse, Mr. Udall of New Mexico, Mr. Merkley, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Booker, Mr. Markey. Committee on Finance: Mr. Wyden (Chairman), Mr. Rockefeller, Mr. Schumer, Ms. Stabenow, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Nelson, Mr. Menendez, Mr. Carper, Mr. Cardin, Mr. Brown, Mr. Bennet, Mr. Casey, Mr. Warner. Committee on Rules and Administration: Mr. Schumer (Chairman), Mrs. Feinstein, Mr. Durbin, Mr. Pryor, Mr. Udall of New Mexico, Mr. Warner, Mr. Leahy, Ms. Klobuchar, Mr. King, Mr. Walsh. Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship : Ms. Cantwell (Chairman), Mr. Levin, Ms. Landrieu, Mr. Pryor, Mr. Cardin, Mrs. Shaheen, Mrs. Hagan, Ms. Heitkamp, Mr. Markey, Mr. Booker. Committee on Indian Affairs: Mr. Tester (Chairman), Mr. Johnson of South Dakota, Ms. Cantwell, Mr. Udall of New Mexico, Mr. Franken, Mr. Begich, Mr. Schatz, Ms. Heitkamp. Special Committee on Aging: Mr. Nelson (Chairman), Mr. Casey, Mrs. McCaskill, Mr. Whitehouse, Mrs. Gillibrand, Mr. Manchin, Mr. Blumenthal, Ms. Baldwin, Mr. Donnelly, Ms. Warren, Mr. Walsh. Joint Economic Committee: Ms. Klobuchar (Vice Chairman), Mr. Casey, Mr. Sanders, Mr. Murphy, Mr. Heinrich, Mr. Pryor.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 360 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 24, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony and representation in United States v. Onstad .

Whereas, in the case of United States v. Onstad , Crim. No. 13–65, pending in the United States District Court for the District of Montana, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from Tom Lopach, Chief of Staff for United States Senator Jon Tester; 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 Tom Lopach, Chief of Staff for United States Senator Jon Tester, and any other current or former employee of the Senator’s office from whom relevant testimony may be sought, are authorized to testify in the case of United States v. Onstad , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent current and former employees of Senator Tester’s office in connection with the production of testimony authorized in section one of this resolution.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 362 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 26, 2014 Mr. Kaine (for himself, Mr. Portman , and Ms. Baldwin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month .

Whereas a competitive global economy requires workers to be trained in skilled professions; Whereas in a National Association of Manufacturers report, 80 percent of respondents indicate a moderate to severe shortage of qualified skilled production employees, including frontline workers, such as machinists, operators, craft workers, distributors, and technicians; Whereas career and technical education (referred to in this preamble as CTE ) has proven to be an effective solution to ensure that competitive, skilled workers are ready, willing, and capable of holding jobs in high-wage, high-skill, and in-demand career fields, such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines, nursing, allied health, construction, information technology, energy sustainability, and many other fields that are vital in keeping the United States competitive in the global economy; Whereas approximately 14,000,000 students are enrolled in CTE programs, which exist in each State and in nearly 1,300 public high schools and 1,700 2-year colleges across the United States; Whereas 10 of the 20 fastest growing occupations in the United States require an associate's degree, or a degree with fewer requirements; Whereas 13 of the 20 occupations with the largest number of new jobs projected require on-the-job training and an associate's degree or certificate, and nearly all such occupations require real-world skills that individuals can master through CTE; Whereas CTE matches employability skills with workforce demand and provides relevant academic and technical coursework, leading to industry-recognized credentials for secondary and postsecondary education and adult learners; Whereas CTE students are significantly more likely than non-CTE students to report developing problem-solving, project-completion, research, mathematics, college application, work-related, communication, time management, and critical thinking skills during high school; and Whereas students at schools with highly-integrated, rigorous academic and CTE programs have significantly higher achievement in reading, mathematics, and science than students at schools with less integrated programs: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the month of February as Career and Technical Education Month to celebrate career and technical education across the United States; (2) supports the goals and ideals of Career and Technical Education Month; (3) recognizes the importance of career and technical education in preparing a well-educated and skilled workforce in the United States; and (4) encourages educators, counselors, and administrators to promote career and technical education as an option for students.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 367 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES February 27, 2014 Mr. Reed (for himself and Ms. Collins ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating March 3, 2014, as Read Across America Day .

Whereas reading is a basic requirement for quality education and professional success, and is a source of pleasure throughout life; Whereas the people of the United States must be able to read if the United States is to remain competitive in the global economy; Whereas Congress has placed great emphasis on reading intervention and providing additional resources for reading assistance, including through the programs authorized by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.) and through annual appropriations for library and literacy programs; and Whereas more than 50 national organizations concerned about reading and education have joined with the National Education Association to designate March 3, the day after the anniversary of the birth of Theodor Geisel (also known as Dr. Seuss ), as a day to celebrate reading: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates March 3, 2014, as Read Across America Day ; (2) honors Theodor Geisel (also known as Dr. Seuss ) for his success in encouraging children to discover the joy of reading; (3) honors the 17th anniversary of Read Across America Day; (4) encourages parents to read with their children for at least 30 minutes on Read Across America Day in honor of the commitment of the Senate to building a country of readers; and (5) encourages the people of the United States to observe Read Across America Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 371 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Kirk , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary April 1, 2014 Committee discharged; considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended title RESOLUTION Honoring the legacy and accomplishments of Jan Karski on the centennial of his birth.

Whereas Jan Karski was born on April 24, 1914, in Lodz, Poland; Whereas Jan Karski managed to escape the Soviet massacre in the Katyn Forest in 1940, in which almost 22,000 Polish citizens lost their lives; Whereas Jan Karski became a key emissary in the Polish underground resistance, the Home Army, against Nazi occupation; Whereas Jan Karski risked his own life after escaping a prisoner-of-war camp, having endured Gestapo torture, to continue to act as an emissary for the Polish Underground, in order to provide critical intelligence to the Allied war effort and alert Allied governments about the Holocaust and the dire situation on the ground in German-occupied Poland; Whereas Jan Karski traveled to Allied capitals and provided critical eyewitness testimony about the horrors of Hitler’s Final Solution and the extermination of Jews and others in Nazi-occupied Poland to British Foreign Minister Anthony Eden and United States President Franklin Roosevelt; Whereas Jan Karski, after living through the atrocities of World War II, went on to earn a Ph.D. from Georgetown University in 1952; Whereas Jan Karski became a United States citizen and taught generations of students of foreign policy at Georgetown University for 40 years, dedicating the rest of his life to strengthening the idea of tolerance and respect for different religions and cultures and ensuring that the full extent of the Nazi atrocities are never forgotten; and Whereas Jan Karski was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously on May 29, 2012, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the life and legacy of Dr. Jan Karski on the centennial of his birth, and expresses its gratitude for his efforts alerting the free world about the atrocities committed by Nazi and totalitarian forces in occupied Poland during World War II; and (2) applauds the awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Jan Karski for his efforts during World War II and reaffirms the importance of the United States-Poland bilateral relationship.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 371 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Kirk , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the legacy of Jan Karski by designating April 24, 2014, as Jan Karski Day .

Whereas Jan Karski was born on April 24, 1914, in Lodz, Poland; Whereas Jan Karski managed to escape the Soviet massacre in the Katyn Forest in 1940, in which almost 22,000 Polish citizens lost their lives; Whereas Jan Karski became a key emissary in the Polish underground resistance, the Home Army, against Nazi occupation; Whereas Jan Karski risked his own life after escaping a prisoner-of-war camp, having endured Gestapo torture, to continue to act as an emissary for the Polish Underground, in order to provide critical intelligence to the Allied war effort and alert Allied governments about the Holocaust and the dire situation on the ground in German-occupied Poland; Whereas Jan Karski traveled to Allied capitals and provided critical eyewitness testimony about the horrors of Hitler’s Final Solution and the extermination of Jews and others in Nazi-occupied Poland to British Foreign Minister Anthony Eden and United States President Franklin Roosevelt; Whereas Jan Karski, after living through the atrocities of World War II, went on to earn a Ph.D. from Georgetown University in 1952; Whereas Jan Karski became a United States citizen and taught generations of students of foreign policy at Georgetown University for 40 years, dedicating the rest of his life to strengthening the idea of tolerance and respect for different religions and cultures and ensuring that the full extent of the Nazi atrocities are never forgotten; and Whereas Jan Karski was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously on May 29, 2012, one of the highest civilian honors in the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates April 24, 2014, as Jan Karski Day ; (2) recognizes the life and legacy of Dr. Jan Karski, and expresses its gratitude for his efforts alerting the free world about the atrocities committed by Nazi and totalitarian forces in occupied Poland during World War II; and (3) applauds the awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Jan Karski for his efforts during World War II and reaffirms the importance of the United States-Poland bilateral relationship.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 373 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 5, 2014 Mr. Roberts (for himself, Mr. Moran , Mr. Blunt , and Mrs. McCaskill ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of biosecurity and agro-defense in the United States.

Whereas following the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, the United States increased its efforts to combat the threat of global terrorism; Whereas the September 11 th attacks illustrated the vulnerability of the food supply and agriculture economy of the United States; Whereas in 2002, Congress created the Department of Homeland Security to improve the Government's ability to respond to threats facing the United States; Whereas the Department of Homeland Security, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, was quick to recognize the threat posed by agroterrorism; Whereas on January 30, 2004, President George W. Bush issued a Homeland Security Presidential Directive entitled Defense of United States Agriculture and Food ; Whereas the Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism stated in a 2008 report that bioterrorism was a more likely threat to the United States than nuclear terrorism, and higher priority should therefore be given to efforts to combat bioterrorism; Whereas the threat of a terrorist attack on the United States persists, and continued vigilance is necessary; and Whereas construction of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility began on May 28, 2013: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) as the United States combats terrorism in all forms and around the world, the safety, security, and health of our livestock and agriculture commodities must not be forgotten; (2) research and investment in biosecurity and agro-defense should be supported by Congress; (3) providing the resources, both intellectually and materially, for the advancement of vaccines and cures for deadly pathogens and emerging zoonotic diseases is an integral part of homeland defense; (4) without the tools necessary to protect the people, agriculture economy, and food supply of the United States, this Nation remains vulnerable to attack; (5) the world depends on the agriculture of the United States; (6) the world depends on the leadership of the United States in science and technology; (7) the United States must remain a leader in the fight against bioterrorism; and (8) biosecurity and a strong agro-defense system are achievable goals for the United States in the global war on terrorism.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 379 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 11, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Toomey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon ( THON ) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

Whereas the Pennsylvania State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon (referred to in this preamble as THON ) is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, with 711 dancers, more than 375 supporting organizations, and more than 15,000 volunteers involved in the annual event; Whereas student volunteers at the Pennsylvania State University annually collect money and dance for 46 hours straight at the Bryce Jordan Center as part of THON, bringing energy and excitement to the campus for THON's mission to conquer cancer and raise awareness about the disease; Whereas all THON activities support the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital, which funds cancer research and provides financial and emotional support to pediatric cancer patients and their families; Whereas in each year since 1977, when the 2 organizations first became affiliated, THON has been the single largest donor to the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital; Whereas THON has raised more than $113,000,000 in total for the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital; Whereas in 2014, THON set a new fundraising record of $13,343,517.33, besting the previous record of $12,374,034.46, which was set in 2013; Whereas THON has helped more than 3,300 families through the Four Diamonds Fund, is helping to build a new Pediatric Cancer Pavilion at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital, and has supported life-saving pediatric cancer research that has increased the survival rates for some pediatric cancers to nearly 90 percent; and Whereas THON has inspired similar events and organizations across the United States, including at high schools and institutions of higher education, and continues to encourage students across the United States to volunteer and stay involved in great charitable causes in their community: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Pennsylvania State University IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon ( THON ) on its continued success in support of the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital; and (2) commends the Pennsylvania State University students, volunteers, and supporting organizations for their hard work in putting together another record-breaking THON.
III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 380 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 11, 2014 Mr. Burr (for himself and Ms. Landrieu ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day.

Whereas the Take Our Daughters To Work program was created in New York City as a response to research that showed that, by the 8th grade, many girls were dropping out of school, had low self-esteem, and lacked confidence; Whereas in 2003, the name of the program was changed to Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work so that boys who face many of the same challenges as girls could also be involved in the program; Whereas the mission of the program, to develop innovative strategies that empower girls and boys to overcome societal barriers to reach their full potential , now fully reflects the addition of boys; Whereas the Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Foundation, a nonprofit organization, has grown to be one of the largest public awareness campaigns, with more than 37,400,000 participants annually in more than 3,000,000 organizations and workplaces in every State; Whereas in 2007, the Take Our Daughters To Work program transitioned to Elizabeth City, North Carolina, became known as the Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Foundation, and received national recognition for the dedication of the Foundation to future generations; Whereas every year, mayors, governors, and other private and public officials sign proclamations and lend their support to Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day; Whereas the fame of the Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work program has spread overseas, with requests and inquiries being made from around the world on how to operate the program; Whereas 2014 marks the 21st anniversary of the Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work program; Whereas Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day will be observed on Thursday, April 24, 2014; and Whereas Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day is intended to continue helping millions of girls and boys on an annual basis through experienced activities and events to examine their opportunities and strive to reach their fullest potential: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the goals of introducing our daughters and sons to the workplace; and (2) commends all participants of Take Our Daughters and Sons To Work Day for their ongoing contributions to education, and for the vital role the participants play in promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger future for the United States.