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III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 197 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2013 Mr. Murphy submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Recommending the posthumous award of the Navy Cross to Lieutenant Thomas M. Conway of Waterbury, Connecticut.

Whereas, on July 16, 1945, the USS Indianapolis departed San Francisco carrying the trigger and radioactive core for the atomic bomb Little Boy, destined to be dropped on Hiroshima; Whereas upon completing its delivery mission to Tinian Island on July 26, the USS Indianapolis proceeded to Okinawa in order to join a larger naval fleet in preparation for an invasion of the Japanese mainland; Whereas in the early hours of July 30, the USS Indianapolis was critically damaged by 2 torpedoes from a Japanese submarine; Whereas the USS Indianapolis sunk as a result of the damage, killing some 300 of the 1,196 sailors aboard; Whereas most of the estimated 900 survivors relied only on their kapok life jackets and belts and some did not even have that equipment; Whereas Lieutenant (Chaplain) Thomas M. Conway and the rest of the remaining crew were set adrift in the shark-infested waters with no way of further notifying Navy command; Whereas with complete disregard for his own safety, Lieutenant Conway swam back and forth among terrified crew members, administered aid to them, dragged loners back to the growing mass of survivors, organized prayer groups, and urged the increasingly dehydrated and delirious men not to give up hope of rescue; Whereas Lieutenant Conway expired on the third day, shortly before the remaining 321 sailors were rescued after being spotted by Navy pilots; Whereas the sinking of the USS Indianapolis was the single greatest loss of life at sea in the history of the Navy; Whereas the successful completion of the mission of the USS Indianapolis was critical to ending World War II; and Whereas Lieutenant Conway risked his own life in order to retrieve fellow sailors and went from lifeboat to lifeboat in shark-infested waters to tend to the dying and dispirited, acting in a manner far above the call of duty: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) honors Lieutenant Conway for his heroics, which were above reproach, reflect great credit upon himself, and upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. Navy; (2) recognizes that the courageous and selfless actions of Lieutenant Conway saved the lives of many of his fellow sailors; (3) concurs that the actions of Lieutenant Conway are in the spirit and tradition of the Navy Cross; and (4) recommends that Lieutenant Conway posthumously be awarded the Navy Cross.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 199 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 25, 2013 Mr. Coons (for himself and Mr. Carper ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary August 1, 2013 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Celebrating the 200th August Quarterly Festival taking place from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013, in Wilmington, Delaware.

Whereas, 200 years before the date of agreement to this resolution, in 1813, Peter Spencer founded the African Union Church, 1 of the first African-American institutions legally incorporated within the United States; Whereas, 1 year later, in 1814, Spencer and the African Union Church convened the first August Quarterly meeting and festival in Wilmington, Delaware, bringing thousands of African-Americans together to celebrate their faith; Whereas the August Quarterly (or Big Quarterly ) Festival became a meeting place for African-Americans celebrating freedom, sharing in solidarity, and looking for relatives lost or sold in the institution of slavery, and a means through which Harriett Tubman and other conductors and station masters of the Underground Railroad met with those looking to escape the bonds of slavery; Whereas the August Quarterly Festival is well recognized as the longest continuously celebrated African-American festival in the United States; and Whereas, from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013, thousands of people will come together in Wilmington, Delaware, to celebrate the 200th August Quarterly Festival: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) celebrates the 200th August Quarterly Festival taking place from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013; (2) recognizes the historical significance of the August Quarterly Festival and the role the festival has played since 1814 in celebrating faith, community, culture, and freedom; (3) honors the life of leadership, faith, and service of Peter Spencer, founder of the African Union Church and of the August Quarterly Festival; and (4) recognizes the service volunteers and religious leaders who ensure that the legacy of Peter Spencer lives on through the continuation of the August Quarterly Festival.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 199 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 25, 2013 Mr. Coons submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Celebrating the 200th August Quarterly Festival taking place from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013, in Wilmington, Delaware.

Whereas, 200 years before the date of agreement to this resolution, in 1813, Peter Spencer founded the African Union Church, 1 of the first African-American institutions legally incorporated within the United States; Whereas, 1 year later, in 1814, Spencer and the African Union Church convened the first August Quarterly meeting and festival in Wilmington, Delaware, bringing thousands of African-Americans together to celebrate their faith; Whereas the August Quarterly (or Big Quarterly ) Festival became a meeting place for African-Americans celebrating freedom, sharing in solidarity, and looking for relatives lost or sold in the institution of slavery, and a means through which Harriett Tubman and other conductors and station masters of the Underground Railroad met with those looking to escape the bonds of slavery; Whereas the August Quarterly Festival is well recognized as the longest continuously celebrated African-American festival in the United States; and Whereas, from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013, thousands of people will come together in Wilmington, Delaware, to celebrate the 200th August Quarterly Festival: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) celebrates the 200th August Quarterly Festival taking place from August 18, 2013, through August 25, 2013; (2) recognizes the historical significance of the August Quarterly Festival and the role the festival has played since 1814 in celebrating faith, community, culture, and freedom; (3) honors the life of leadership, faith, and service of Peter Spencer, founder of the African Union Church and of the August Quarterly Festival; and (4) recognizes the service volunteers and religious leaders who ensure that the legacy of Peter Spencer lives on through the continuation of the August Quarterly Festival.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 202 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2013 Mr. Grassley (for himself and Mr. Levin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 30, 2013, as “National Whistleblower Appreciation Day”.

Whereas, in 1777, before the passage of the Bill of Rights, 10 sailors and marines blew the whistle on fraud and misconduct harmful to the United States; Whereas the Founding Fathers unanimously supported the whistleblowers in words and deeds, including releasing government records and providing monetary assistance for reasonable legal expenses necessary to prevent retaliation; Whereas, on July 30, 1778, in demonstration of their full support for whistleblowers, the members of the Continental Congress unanimously enacted the first whistleblower legislation in the United States that read: “ Resolved, That it is the duty of all persons in the service of the United States, as well as all other the inhabitants thereof, to give the earliest information to Congress or other proper authority of any misconduct, frauds or misdemeanors committed by any officers or persons in the service of these states, which may come to their knowledge” (legislation of July 30, 1778, reprinted in Journals of the Continental Congress, 1774–1789 , ed. Government Printing Office (Washington, D.C., 1908), 11:732); Whereas whistleblowers risk their careers, jobs, and reputations by reporting waste, fraud, and abuse to the proper authorities; Whereas, when providing proper authorities with lawful disclosures, whistleblowers save taxpayers in the United States billions of dollars each year and serve the public interest by ensuring that the United States remains an ethical and safe place; and Whereas it is the public policy of the United States to encourage, in accordance with Federal law (including the Constitution, rules, and regulations) and consistent with the protection of classified information (including sources and methods of detection), honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, and other crimes to the appropriate authority at the earliest time possible: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates July 30, 2013, as National Whistleblower Appreciation Day ; and (2) ensures that the Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers, as reflected in the legislation enacted on July 30, 1778, by encouraging each executive agency to recognize National Whistleblower Appreciation Day by— (A) informing employees, contractors working on behalf of United States taxpayers, and members of the public about the legal rights of citizens of the United States to blow the whistle; and (B) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers to combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations in the United States.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 205 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2013 Ms. Stabenow (for herself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Ms. Collins , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Hagan , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Moran , Mr. Rubio , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Vitter , Ms. Warren , and Mr. Whitehouse ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of September 2013 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.

Whereas ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers; Whereas ovarian cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States; Whereas, in 2013, approximately 22,000 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed, and 14,400 women will die of ovarian cancer in the United States; Whereas the mortality rate for ovarian cancer has not significantly decreased since the ‘‘War on Cancer’’ was declared more than 40 years ago; Whereas all women are at risk for ovarian cancer, and 90 percent of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer do not have a family history that puts them at a higher risk; Whereas some women, such as those with a family history of breast or ovarian cancer, are at higher risk for developing the disease; Whereas the Pap test is sensitive and specific to the early detection of cervical cancer, but not ovarian cancer; Whereas there is currently no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer; Whereas many people are unaware that the symptoms of ovarian cancer often include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, urinary symptoms, and several other symptoms that are easily confused with other diseases; Whereas, in June 2007, the first national consensus statement on ovarian cancer symptoms was developed to provide consistency in describing symptoms to make it easier for women to learn and remember the symptoms; Whereas there are known methods to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, including prophylactic surgery, oral contraceptives, and breastfeeding; Whereas due to the lack of a reliable early detection test, 75 percent of cases of ovarian cancer are detected at an advanced stage, making the overall 5-year survival rate only 46 percent; Whereas there are factors that are known to reduce the risk for ovarian cancer and that play an important role in the prevention of the disease; Whereas awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer by women and health care providers can lead to a quicker diagnosis; Whereas, each year during the month of September, the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance and its partner members hold a number of events to increase public awareness of ovarian cancer; and Whereas September 2013 should be designated as ‘‘National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month’’ to increase public awareness of ovarian cancer: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate supports the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 209 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2013 Ms. Baldwin (for herself, Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Coons , Mr. Cornyn , and Mrs. Gillibrand ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Remembering the anniversary of the tragic shooting on August 5, 2012, at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

Whereas, on Sunday, August 5, 2012, a shooting took place at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek, Wisconsin; Whereas 6 innocent people of the United States, including one woman and 5 men, lost their lives on that day in a senseless and violent act of hate at a house of worship; Whereas 3 people sustained serious injuries, including Lieutenant Brian Murphy, the first responding officer; Whereas many members of the Sikh community and the community as a whole selflessly sought to aid and protect others by putting their own safety at risk; Whereas the heroic action of law enforcement officers such as Officer Sam Lenda prevented additional loss of life; and Whereas the Sikh community has responded to the shooting in a peaceful manner consistent with the Sikh religious tenets of peace and equality: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) remembers the anniversary of the tragic shooting on August 5, 2012, at the Sikh Temple of Wisconsin in Oak Creek, Wisconsin; (2) condemns in the strongest possible terms that horrific shooting; (3) condemns hatred and acts of violence towards racial and religious groups and calls for renewed efforts to end that violence; (4) honors the memory of Suveg Singh Khattra, Satwant Singh Kaleka, Ranjit Singh, Sita Singh, Paramjit Kaur, and Prakash Singh, who died in the shooting; (5) offers heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who died in the shooting; (6) commends the heroism of first responders, and members of the community who courageously and selflessly placed their lives in danger to prevent the death of more innocent people; and (7) stands with those who plan to gather in Oak Creek on August 2 through August 5, 2013, to memorialize the lives lost in the shooting and to continue healing as a community.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 211 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2013 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Nelson ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2013 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month .

Whereas the estimated 1,275,000 individuals in the United States who live with a spinal cord injury cost society billions of dollars in health care costs and lost wages; Whereas an estimated 100,000 of those people are veterans who suffered the spinal cord injury while serving as members of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries; Whereas motor vehicle crashes are the second leading cause of spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries; Whereas 70 percent of all spinal cord injuries that occur in children under the age of 18 are a result of motor vehicle accidents; Whereas every 48 minutes a person will become paralyzed, underscoring the urgent need to develop new neuroprotection, pharmacological, and regeneration treatments to reduce, prevent, and reverse paralysis; and Whereas increased education and investment in research are key factors in improving outcomes for victims of spinal cord injuries, improving the quality of life of victims, and ultimately curing paralysis: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates September 2013 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month ; (2) supports the goals and ideals of National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month; (3) continues to support research to find better treatments, therapies, and a cure for paralysis; (4) supports clinical trials for new therapies that offer promise and hope to those persons living with paralysis; and (5) commends the dedication of local, regional, and national organizations, researchers, doctors, volunteers, and people across the United States that are working to improve the quality of life of people living with paralysis and their families.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 212 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. McConnell (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Baucus , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Mr. Casey , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Chiesa , Mr. Coats , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Coons , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Paul , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Wicker , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commending David J. Schiappa.

Whereas, David Schiappa has loyally served the Senate for 29 years, his entire professional career, starting in the Senate in December 1984; Whereas, David Schiappa grew up in Maryland and graduated from DeMatha Catholic High School, the University of Maryland, and Johns Hopkins University; Whereas, David Schiappa rose through all the positions in the Republican Cloakroom finally serving as either Secretary for the Majority or Secretary for the Minority for the last three Republican Leaders; Whereas, David Schiappa has at all times discharged the duties of his office with great dedication, diligence, and sense of service, thus earning the respect of Republican and Democratic Senators alike, as well as their staffs; and Whereas, his good humor, storytelling ability, and easy-going manner have made him an invaluable member of the Senate family: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate expresses its appreciation to David Schiappa and his family and commends him for his outstanding and faithful service to the Senate. The Secretary of the Senate shall transmit a copy of this resolution to David J. Schiappa.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 214 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. Pryor (for himself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 27, 2013 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, as National Case Management Week to recognize the value of case management in improving healthcare outcomes for patients.

Whereas case management is a collaborative process of assessment, education, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy; Whereas the goal of case management is to meet the health needs of the patient and the family of the patient, while respecting and assuring the right of the patient to self determination, through communication and available resources in order to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes; Whereas case managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status and ways to improve their health, and in this way serve as catalysts who guide patients and provide cohesion with other professionals in the healthcare delivery team; Whereas case managers are an important link to quality healthcare; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America work diligently to bring awareness to the broad range of services case managers offer and to educate providers, payers, and regulators on the improved patient outcomes that case management services can provide; Whereas, through National Case Management Week, the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America hope to continue to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers about the value case managers bring to the successful delivery of healthcare; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America will celebrate National Case Management Week during the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, in order to recognize case managers as an essential link to quality healthcare; and Whereas it is appropriate at that time to recognize the many achievements of case managers in improving healthcare outcomes: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, as National Case Management Week ; (2) recognizes the value of case management in providing successful and cost-effective healthcare; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Case Management Week and learn about the field of case management.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 214 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. Pryor (for himself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, as National Case Management Week to recognize the value of case management in improving healthcare outcomes for patients.

Whereas case management is a collaborative process of assessment, education, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy; Whereas the goal of case management is to meet the health needs of the patient and the family of the patient, while respecting and assuring the right of the patient to self determination, through communication and available resources in order to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes; Whereas case managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status and ways to improve their health, and in this way serve as catalysts who guide patients and provide cohesion with other professionals in the healthcare delivery team; Whereas case managers are an important link to quality healthcare; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America work diligently to bring awareness to the broad range of services case managers offer and to educate providers, payers, and regulators on the improved patient outcomes that case management services can provide; Whereas, through National Case Management Week, the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America hope to continue to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers about the value case managers bring to the successful delivery of healthcare; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America will celebrate National Case Management Week during the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, in order to recognize case managers as an essential link to quality healthcare; and Whereas it is appropriate at that time to recognize the many achievements of case managers in improving healthcare outcomes: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 13, 2013, through October 19, 2013, as National Case Management Week ; (2) recognizes the value of case management in providing successful and cost-effective healthcare; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Case Management Week and learn about the field of case management.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 215 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. Kirk (for himself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Coats , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Shelby ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the Federal Government should not bail out any State.

Whereas every State in the United States is a sovereign entity with a constitution and the authority to issue sovereign debt; Whereas the legislature of every State in the United States has the authority to reduce spending or raise taxes to pay the obligations owed by the State; Whereas officials in every State in the United States have the legal obligation to fully disclose the financial condition of the State to investors who purchase the debt of the State; Whereas Congress has rejected prior requests from creditors of a State for payment of the defaulted debt of a State; and Whereas, during the financial crisis in 1842, the Senate requested that the Secretary of the Treasury report any negotiations with creditors of a State to assume or guaranty any debt of a State, to ensure that promises of Federal Government support were not proffered: Now, therefore, be it

That— (1) the Federal Government should take no action to redeem, assume, or guarantee any debt of a State; and (2) the Secretary of the Treasury should report to Congress any negotiations to engage in actions that would result in an outlay of Federal funds on behalf of creditors of a State.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 216 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. McConnell submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Electing Laura C. Dove, of Virginia, as Secretary for the Minority of the Senate.

That Laura C. Dove of Virginia be, and she is hereby, elected Secretary for the Minority of the Senate, effective Friday, August 2, 2013.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 217 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2013 Mr. Kirk (for himself, Mr. Brown , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for designation of October 6, 2013, through October 10, 2013, as American College of Surgeons Days and recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the organization.

Whereas the American College of Surgeons is the largest surgical organization in the world and remains steadfast in its mission to improve the care of the surgical patient and to safeguard standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment; Whereas the American College of Surgeons continues its work into the 21st century to sustain and develop relevant programs that are inspired by quality; Whereas the 100th anniversary celebrations serve as a testament that the American College of Surgeons is fulfilling its mission of engaging surgeons as leaders and educators, and developing initiatives that improve surgery and the quality of care for surgical patients; Whereas the 2013 American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress is the most prestigious international surgical conference, bringing together thousands of Fellows of the College and other health care professionals who each year rely on the Clinical Congress to learn about the latest surgical advances, practice management methods, and health policy issues; and Whereas October 6, 2013, through October 10, 2013, would be appropriate dates to designate as “American College of Surgeons Days” to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American College of Surgeons, the achievements of which continue to significantly influence the course of surgery in the United States and around the world, and which was established as an advocate for all surgical patients: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of American College of Surgeons Days ; (2) recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the American College of Surgeons; and (3) recognizes the many important contributions of the American College of Surgeons to the welfare of surgical patients and the health care system of the United States.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 220 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 9, 2013 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize representation by the Senate Legal Counsel in the case of Wade v. Miller , et al.

Whereas, ninety-five current and former Senators are named as defendants in the case of Wade v. Miller , et al., No. 13–708, now pending in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(1) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(1), the Senate may direct its counsel to defend current and former Members of the Senate in civil actions relating to their official responsibilities: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent the ninety-five current and former Senators named as defendants in the case of Wade v. Miller , et al.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 221 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2013 Ms. Mikulski submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 7 through October 13, 2013, as Naturopathic Medicine Week to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care.

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

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 7 through October 13, 2013, as Naturopathic Medicine Week ; (2) recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about naturopathic medicine and the role that naturopathic physicians play in preventing chronic and debilitating illnesses and conditions.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 227 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Menendez (for himself and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 30, 2013 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment October 4, 2013 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the heroic rescue of Danish Jews during the Second World War by the Danish people.

Whereas, in the fall of 1943, the Nazis occupied Denmark and issued orders that the Danes deport all Danish Jews to concentration camps where the Jews would eventually be exterminated; Whereas the Danish people, as a result of the Nazi mandate, refused to accept the prosecution of the Jews and began a mission of mercy on October 1, 1943, smuggling Jews across the Oresund Strait to neutral Sweden via small boats and fishing cutters; Whereas the Danish rescuers unselfishly risked their own lives, avoiding German patrols for weeks during the rescue operations; Whereas approximately 90 percent of the Danish Jews were saved from certain death at the hands of the Nazis by the sheer courage and compassion demonstrated by the Danes; and Whereas it is imperative that future generations continue to remember and understand what happened so that the horrors of the Holocaust will never be repeated: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes and commemorates the bravery and valor of those Danes who participated in the 1943 rescue operations that saved the lives of 7,300 Jews who would otherwise have perished in Nazi concentration camps; and (2) declares that the world owes a great debt to these Danes who did not turn a blind eye on the dangers that faced Jews under Nazi occupation and continue to serve as inspiration to others in times of difficulties and challenges.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 227 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Menendez submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the heroic rescue of Danish Jews during the Second World War by the Danish people.

Whereas, in the fall of 1943, the Nazis occupied Denmark and issued orders that the Danes deport all Danish Jews to concentration camps where the Jews would eventually be exterminated; Whereas the Danish people, as a result of the Nazi mandate, refused to accept the prosecution of the Jews and began a mission of mercy on October 1, 1943, smuggling Jews across the Oresund Strait to neutral Sweden via small boats and fishing cutters; Whereas the Danish rescuers unselfishly risked their own lives, avoiding German patrols for weeks during the rescue operations; Whereas approximately 90 percent of the Danish Jews were saved from certain death at the hands of the Nazis by the sheer courage and compassion demonstrated by the Danes; and Whereas it is imperative that future generations continue to remember and understand what happened so that the horrors of the Holocaust will never be repeated: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes and commemorates the bravery and valor of those Danes who participated in the 1943 rescue operations that saved the lives of 7,300 Jews who would otherwise have perished in Nazi concentration camps; and (2) declares that the world owes a great debt to these Danes who did not turn a blind eye on the dangers that faced Jews under Nazi occupation and continue to serve as inspiration to others in times of difficulties and challenges.
III Calendar No. 200 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 227 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Menendez submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 30, 2013 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION To commemorate the 70th anniversary of the heroic rescue of Danish Jews during the Second World War by the Danish people.

Whereas, in the fall of 1943, the Nazis occupied Denmark and issued orders that the Danes deport all Danish Jews to concentration camps where the Jews would eventually be exterminated; Whereas the Danish people, as a result of the Nazi mandate, refused to accept the prosecution of the Jews and began a mission of mercy on October 1, 1943, smuggling Jews across the Oresund Strait to neutral Sweden via small boats and fishing cutters; Whereas the Danish rescuers unselfishly risked their own lives, avoiding German patrols for weeks during the rescue operations; Whereas approximately 90 percent of the Danish Jews were saved from certain death at the hands of the Nazis by the sheer courage and compassion demonstrated by the Danes; and Whereas it is imperative that future generations continue to remember and understand what happened so that the horrors of the Holocaust will never be repeated: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes and commemorates the bravery and valor of those Danes who participated in the 1943 rescue operations that saved the lives of 7,300 Jews who would otherwise have perished in Nazi concentration camps; and (2) declares that the world owes a great debt to these Danes who did not turn a blind eye on the dangers that faced Jews under Nazi occupation and continue to serve as inspiration to others in times of difficulties and challenges.

September 30, 2013 Reported without amendment
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 228 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Schumer , from the Committee on Rules and Administration , reported the following original resolution; which was placed on the calendar October 3, 2013 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Authorizing the reporting of committee funding resolutions for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015.

That notwithstanding paragraph 9 of rule XXVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate— (1) not later than September 20, 2013, each committee shall report 1 resolution authorizing the committee to make expenditures out of the contingent fund of the Senate to defray its expenses, including the compensation of members of its staff, for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015; and (2) the Committee on Rules and Administration may report 1 authorization resolution containing more than 1 committee authorization resolution for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015.
III Calendar No. 188 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 228 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Schumer , from the Committee on Rules and Administration , reported the following original resolution; which was placed on the calendar RESOLUTION Authorizing the reporting of committee funding resolutions for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015.

That notwithstanding paragraph 9 of rule XXVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate— (1) not later than September 20, 2013, each committee shall report 1 resolution authorizing the committee to make expenditures out of the contingent fund of the Senate to defray its expenses, including the compensation of members of its staff, for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015; and (2) the Committee on Rules and Administration may report 1 authorization resolution containing more than 1 committee authorization resolution for the period October 1, 2013, through February 28, 2015.

September 17, 2013 Placed on the calendar
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 231 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17, 2013 Mr. Wyden , from the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources , reported the following original resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Authorizing expenditures by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

1. General Authority In carrying out its powers, duties, and functions under the Standing Rules of the Senate, in accordance with its jurisdiction under Rule XXV of the Rules, including holding hearings, reporting the hearings, and making investigations as authorized by paragraphs 1 and 8 of Rule XXVI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (referred to in this resolution as the Committee ) is authorized for the period beginning October 1, 2013, and ending September 30, 2014, and for the period beginning October 1, 2014, and ending February 28, 2015, in its discretion— (1) to make expenditures from the contingent fund of the Senate; (2) to employ personnel; and (3) with the prior consent of the government department or agency concerned and the Committee on Rules and Administration, to use on a reimbursable or nonreimbursable basis the services of personnel of any such department or agency. 2. Expenses (a) Initial period The expenses of the Committee for the period beginning October 1, 2013, and ending September 30, 2014, under this resolution shall not exceed $5,463,481. (b) Subsequent period The expenses of the Committee for the period beginning October 1, 2014, and ending February 28, 2015, under this resolution shall not exceed $2,276,450. 3. Reporting of findings and recommendations The Committee shall report its findings, together with such recommendations for legislation as it considers advisable, to the Senate at the earliest practicable date, but not later than February 28, 2015. 4. Payment from contingent fund (a) In general Expenses of the Committee under this resolution shall be paid from the contingent fund of the Senate on vouchers approved by the chairman of the Committee. (b) Exceptions Vouchers shall not be required for— (1) the disbursement of salaries of employees paid at an annual rate; (2) the payment of telecommunications provided by the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (3) the payment of stationery supplies purchased through the Keeper of the Stationery of the Senate; (4) payments to the Postmaster of the Senate; (5) the payment of metered charges on copying equipment provided by the Office of the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate; (6) the payment of Senate Recording and Photographic Services; or (7) the payment of franked and mass mail costs by the Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. 5. Agency contributions There are authorized such sums as are necessary for agency contributions related to the compensation of employees of the Committee for the period beginning October 1, 2013, and ending September 30, 2014, and for the period beginning October 1, 2014, and ending February 28, 2015, to be paid from the Appropriations account for Expenses of Inquiries and Investigations .
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 240 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 18, 2013 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Coons , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Warner , Mr. Heller , and Mr. Enzi ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning September 15, 2013, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week .

Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are degree-granting institutions that have a full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment of at least 25 percent Hispanic students; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions play an important role in educating many underprivileged students and helping those students attain their full potential through higher education; Whereas more than 350 Hispanic-Serving Institutions operate in the United States; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions serve more than half, or 56 percent, of all Hispanic students, enrolling more than 1,480,000 students in 2011; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are actively involved in stabilizing and improving the communities in which the institutions are located; Whereas celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic-Serving Institutions to the United States strengthens the culture of the United States; and Whereas the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions across the United States; (2) designates the week beginning September 15, 2013, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week ; and (3) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
III 113th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 242 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 19, 2013 Mr. Kirk submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week .

Whereas, according to the Pictures of Standard Syndromes and Undiagnosed Malformations database (commonly known as the POSSUM database), more than 600 serious diseases and health conditions cause growth failure; Whereas health conditions that cause growth failure may affect the overall health of a child; Whereas short stature may be a symptom of a serious underlying health condition; Whereas growth failure in children is often undiagnosed; Whereas, according to the MAGIC Foundation for Children’s Growth, 48 percent of children in the United States who were evaluated for the 2 most common causes of growth failure were undiagnosed with growth failure; Whereas the longer a child with growth failure goes undiagnosed, the greater the potential for damage and higher costs of care; Whereas early detection and a diagnosis of growth failure are crucial to ensure a healthy future for a child with growth failure; Whereas raising public awareness of, and educating the public about, growth failure is a vital public service; Whereas providing resources for identification of growth failure will allow for early detection; and Whereas the MAGIC Foundation for Children's Growth has designated the third week of September as Growth Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the third week of September 2013 as Growth Awareness Week ; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week .