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III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 156 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2015 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Ms. Ayotte , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions May 23 (legislative day, May 22), 2015 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to childhood stroke and recognizing May 2015 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month .

Whereas a stroke, also known as cerebrovascular disease, is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the artery; Whereas a stroke is a medical emergency that can cause permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated; Whereas a stroke occurs in approximately 1 out of every 3,500 live births, and 4.6 out of 100,000 children ages 19 and under experience a stroke each year; Whereas a stroke can occur before birth; Whereas stroke is among the top 12 causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 14 in the United States; Whereas 20 to 40 percent of children who have suffered a stroke die as a result; Whereas a stroke recurs within 5 years in 10 percent of children who have had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke; Whereas the death rate for children who experience a stroke before the age of 1 is the highest out of all child age groups; Whereas there are no approved therapies for the treatment of acute stroke in infants and children; Whereas approximately 60 percent of infants and children who have a pediatric stroke will have serious, permanent neurological disabilities, including paralysis, seizures, speech and vision problems, and attention, learning, and behavioral difficulties; Whereas such disabilities may require ongoing physical therapy and surgeries; Whereas the permanent health concerns of and treatments for strokes that occur during childhood and young adulthood have considerable impacts on children, families, and society; Whereas more information is necessary regarding the cause, treatment, and prevention of pediatric strokes; Whereas medical research is the only means by which the people of the United States can identify and develop effective treatment and prevention strategies for pediatric strokes; and Whereas early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric strokes greatly improves the chances that an affected child will recover and not experience a recurrence of a stroke: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 2015 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month ; (2) urges the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and organizations that enhance public awareness of pediatric stroke; (3) supports the work of the National Institutes of Health in pursuit of medical progress on pediatric stroke; and (4) urges continued coordination and cooperation between the Federal Government, State and local governments, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for children who suffer from strokes.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 156 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2015 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Ms. Ayotte , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to childhood stroke and recognizing May 2015 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month .

Whereas a stroke, also known as cerebrovascular disease, is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the artery; Whereas a stroke is a medical emergency that can cause permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated; Whereas a stroke occurs in approximately 1 out of every 3,500 live births, and 4.6 out of 100,000 children ages 19 and under experience a stroke each year; Whereas a stroke can occur before birth; Whereas stroke is among the top 12 causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 14 in the United States; Whereas 20 to 40 percent of children who have suffered a stroke die as a result; Whereas a stroke recurs within 5 years in 10 percent of children who have had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke; Whereas the death rate for children who experience a stroke before the age of 1 is the highest out of all child age groups; Whereas there are no approved therapies for the treatment of acute stroke in infants and children; Whereas approximately 60 percent of infants and children who have a pediatric stroke will have serious, permanent neurological disabilities, including paralysis, seizures, speech and vision problems, and attention, learning, and behavioral difficulties; Whereas such disabilities may require ongoing physical therapy and surgeries; Whereas the permanent health concerns of and treatments for strokes that occur during childhood and young adulthood have considerable impacts on children, families, and society; Whereas more information is necessary regarding the cause, treatment, and prevention of pediatric strokes; Whereas medical research is the only means by which the people of the United States can identify and develop effective treatment and prevention strategies for pediatric strokes; and Whereas early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric strokes greatly improves the chances that an affected child will recover and not experience a recurrence of a stroke: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 2015 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month ; (2) urges the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and organizations that enhance public awareness of pediatric stroke; (3) supports the work of the National Institutes of Health in pursuit of medical progress on pediatric stroke; and (4) urges continued coordination and cooperation between the Federal Government, State and local governments, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for children who suffer from strokes.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 158 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2015 Mr. Bennet (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Reid , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Udall , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Gardner , and Mr. Cruz ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the cultural and historic significance of the Cinco de Mayo holiday.

Whereas May 5, or Cinco de Mayo in Spanish, is celebrated each year as a date of importance by Mexican and Mexican-American communities; Whereas the Cinco de Mayo holiday commemorates May 5, 1862, the date on which Mexicans defeated the French at the Battle of Puebla, one of the many battles that the Mexican people won in their long and brave fight for independence, freedom, and democracy; Whereas the victory of Mexico over France at Puebla represented a historic triumph for the Mexican government during the Franco-Mexican war of 1861–1867 and bolstered the resistance movement; Whereas the success of Mexico at the Battle of Puebla reinvigorated the spirits of the Mexican people and provided a renewed sense of unity and strength; Whereas the French army, which had not experienced defeat against any of the finest troops of Europe in more than half a century, sustained a disastrous loss at the hands of an outnumbered and ill-equipped, but highly spirited and courageous, Mexican army; Whereas the courageous spirit that Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza and his men displayed during that historic battle can never be forgotten; Whereas, in a larger sense, Cinco de Mayo symbolizes the right of a free people to self-determination, just as Benito Juarez, the president of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla, once said, El respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz , meaning respect for the rights of others is peace ; Whereas the sacrifice of Mexican fighters was instrumental in keeping Mexico from falling under European domination while, in the United States, the Union Army battled Confederate forces in the Civil War; Whereas Cinco de Mayo serves as a reminder that the foundation of the United States was built by people from many countries and diverse cultures who were willing to fight and die for freedom; Whereas Cinco de Mayo also serves as a reminder of the close ties between the people of Mexico and the people of the United States; Whereas Cinco de Mayo encourages the celebration of a legacy of strong leaders and a sense of vibrancy in communities; and Whereas Cinco de Mayo serves as a reminder to provide more opportunity for future generations: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 162 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2015 Ms. Heitkamp (for herself and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Alcohol Responsibility Month.

Whereas, in 2013, an estimated 10,076 people were killed in the United States in drunk driving crashes involving a driver with a blood alcohol content of .08 or greater, impacting countless family members, friends, and communities; Whereas, in 2013, 1 person died in a drunk driving crash every 52 minutes, on average; Whereas, in 2013, approximately 8,700,000 people of the United States between the ages of 12 and 20, or nearly 23 percent of the age group for whom alcohol consumption is illegal, reported consuming alcohol during the preceding 30 days; Whereas research shows that a lifetime of conversations between parents and their children about alcohol, beginning at an early age, can help prevent underage drinking and alcohol abuse; Whereas the potential danger for young people to be involved in alcohol-related crashes escalates during prom and graduation season; Whereas many State attorneys general are launching underage drinking prevention messages and programs in their States and communities; and Whereas April has been dedicated to alcohol awareness for the last 28 years, and more than awareness is needed to further reduce drunk driving and underage drinking: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) declares April to be Alcohol Responsibility Month and supports the goal of encouraging responsible decision-making regarding beverage alcohol; (2) encourages parents to be responsible role models and to have ongoing conversations with their children throughout their childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood about the dangers of alcohol abuse; (3) condemns the pervasiveness of alcohol-impaired driving and resulting tragedies; and (4) promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol by adults in the United States.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 169 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2015 Mr. Cardin (for himself and Ms. Mikulski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing condolences to the family of Dr. Warren Weinstein, and commemorating the life and work of Dr. Warren Weinstein.

Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein was abducted in Lahore, Pakistan on August 13, 2011, and was held captive by al-Qaeda for nearly 4 years; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein is widely recognized as a scholar and humanitarian who devoted his life to improving the lives of men, women, and children around the world; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein selflessly suffered financial hardships and separation from his family, as many foreign service, military, development, and journalism personnel do, in order to serve the greater good and those in need; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein was a Fulbright scholar who earned a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in international law and economics from Columbia University; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein served as a tenured professor with the political science department at SUNY Oswego; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein served for 9 years at the Africa Bureau of the United States Agency for International Development and for 7 years at the International Finance Corporation, a division of the World Bank Group; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein served as a Peace Corps Director in Togo and Ivory Coast; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein served for 7 years as a development advisor in Pakistan for J.E. & Austin Associates, a contractor to the United States Agency for International Development; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein was proficient in at least 7 languages; Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein had a home in Rockville, Maryland, where he lived with his family; and Whereas Dr. Warren Weinstein is survived by his wife, 2 daughters, a son-in-law, a granddaughter, and a grandson: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) mourns the death of Dr. Warren Weinstein and expresses condolences to his family; (2) salutes Dr. Warren Weinstein for his lifelong commitment to humanitarian development work in challenging and dangerous circumstances; (3) calls on the United States to make the return of all citizens of the United States held captive abroad, regardless of the different circumstances, a top priority and to provide a coordinated and consistent approach to supporting hostages and the families of the hostages; and (4) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the family of Dr. Warren Weinstein.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 170 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 6, 2015 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Blunt , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Reid , Mr. Warner , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Heller , Mr. King , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Blumenthal , and Mr. Thune ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States.

Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established in 1983 through the enactment of the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution to designate the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Tourism Week , approved November 29, 1983 ( Public Law 98–178 ; 97 Stat. 1126), which recognized the value of travel and tourism; Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated across the United States from May 2 through May 10, 2015; Whereas more than 120 travel destinations throughout the United States are holding events in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week; Whereas 1 out of every 9 jobs in the United States depends on travel and tourism, and the industry supports 15,000,000 jobs in the United States; Whereas the travel and tourism industry employs individuals in all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and all the territories of the United States; Whereas international travel to the United States is the single largest export industry in the country, generating a trade surplus balance of approximately $74,000,000,000; Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the President have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United States welcoming to visitors from other countries; Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic benefits to the United States by generating nearly $2,100,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United States and its communities; and Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be overstated: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Travel and Tourism Week; (2) commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States; and (3) commends the employees of the travel and tourism industry for their important contributions to the United States.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 175 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 7, 2015 Ms. Collins (for herself, Mr. Brown , Mr. Moran , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Casey , Mr. Markey , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Ayotte , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Coons , Mr. Warner , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Murphy , Ms. Baldwin , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Booker , Ms. Warren , Mr. Heinrich , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States to building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.

Whereas education and knowledge provide the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other education staff have earned and deserve the respect of students and communities for the selfless dedication of the teachers to community service and to the futures of the children of the United States; Whereas the purpose of National Teacher Appreciation Week, celebrated from May 4 through May 8, 2015, is to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions of teachers and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate thanks the teachers of the United States and promotes the profession of teaching by encouraging students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events during National Teacher Appreciation Week.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 176 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 11, 2015 Mr. Markey (for himself, Mr. Brown , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating September 2015 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, based on a 2004 study, the most recent year with readily available data, the combined lost wages of survivors of a brain aneurysm rupture and their caretakers for 1 year were $138,000,000; 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, 50 percent of whom 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 scan, the magnetic resonance imaging 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; Whereas the United States spends only $1.30 per person for research each year on the approximately 6,000,000 people of the United States who suffer from 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 2015 as National Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month ; and (2) continues to support research to prevent, detect, and treat brain aneurysms.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 179 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 14, 2015 Mr. Wyden (for himself, Mr. Portman , Mr. Booker , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Heinrich , Mrs. Feinstein , and Mr. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 16, 2015, as Kids to Parks Day .

Whereas the 5th annual Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated on May 16, 2015; Whereas the goal of Kids to Parks Day is to promote healthy outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship, empower young people, and encourage families to get outdoors and visit the parks and public land of the United States; Whereas on Kids to Parks Day, individuals from rural and urban areas of the United States can be reintroduced to the splendid national, State, and neighborhood parks located in their communities; Whereas communities across the United States offer a variety of natural resources and public land, often with free access, to individuals seeking outdoor recreation; Whereas the people of the United States, young and old, should be encouraged to lead more healthy and active lifestyles; Whereas Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity for families to take a break from their busy lives and come together for a day of active, wholesome fun; and Whereas Kids to Parks Day will broaden an appreciation for nature and the outdoors in young people, foster a safe setting for independent play and healthy adventure in neighborhood parks, and facilitate self-reliance while strengthening communities: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates May 16, 2015, as Kids to Parks Day; (2) recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health and education of the young people of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 181 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 19, 2015 Mr. Hoeven (for himself and Ms. Heitkamp ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 19, 2015, as National Schizencephaly Awareness Day .

Whereas schizencephaly is an extremely rare developmental birth defect characterized by abnormal slits, or clefts, in the brain; Whereas individuals with bilateral schizencephaly, the more severe case, commonly have developmental delays, delays in speech and language skills, problems with brain-spinal cord communication, limited mobility, and shorter lifespans; Whereas schizencephaly is the second rarest brain malformation, and only approximately 7,000 cases have ever been reported; Whereas promoting education and increasing awareness among health professionals and families will lead to early intervention and treatment options for individuals with schizencephaly; and Whereas continued Federal support for medical research will help identify causes, improve diagnostics, and develop promising treatments for schizencephaly: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates May 19, 2015, as National Schizencephaly Awareness Day .
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 182 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 19, 2015 Mr. Brown (for himself, Mr. Reed , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Markey , Mr. Udall , Mr. Donnelly , and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Defense laboratories have been, and continue to be, on the cutting edge of scientific and technological advancement and supporting the designation of May 14, 2015, as the Department of Defense Laboratory Day .

Whereas a Defense laboratory is defined as any laboratory, Department of Defense-funded research and development center, or engineering center that is owned by a military service and funded by the Federal Government; Whereas Defense laboratories should be commended for the unique role the laboratories have played in numerous innovations and advances in the areas of defense and national security; Whereas technological progress is responsible for up to half the growth of the United States economy and is the principal driving force behind long-term economic growth and increases in the standard of living in the United States; Whereas defense-supported research and development has led to new products and processes for state-of-the-art military weapons and technology, as well as for the public good; Whereas Defense laboratories frequently partner with State and local governments and regional organizations to transfer technology to the private sector; Whereas Defense laboratories are at the forefront of cutting-edge science and technology, earning prestigious national and international awards for research and technology transfer efforts; Whereas the innovations produced at the Defense laboratories of the United States fuel economic growth by creating new industries, companies, and jobs; Whereas the work of the Defense laboratories is essential to the continued prosperity of the United States; and Whereas May 14, 2015, would be an appropriate day to designate as the Department of Defense Laboratory Day : Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the designation of May 14, 2015, as the Department of Defense Laboratory Day in recognition of the work and accomplishments of the national network of Defense laboratories; (2) recognizes that supporting research and development, including federally sponsored work performed at the Defense laboratories, is key to maintaining United States innovation and competitiveness in a global economy; (3) acknowledges that the knowledge base, technologies, and techniques generated in the Defense laboratory system serve as a foundation for the defense industrial base; (4) reaffirms the importance of robust investment in Defense laboratories to preserving the technological superiority of the Armed Forces in the 21st century; and (5) encourages the Defense laboratories, the executive branch agencies, and Congress to hold an outreach event on May 14, 2015, Department of Defense Laboratory Day , to raise public awareness of the work of the Defense laboratories.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 186 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 21, 2015 Mr. Inhofe (for himself and Mrs. Boxer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 17 through May 23, 2015, as National Public Works Week .

Whereas public works infrastructure, facilities, and services are of vital importance to the health, safety, and well-being of the people of the United States; Whereas the public works infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, including engineers and administrators, who represent State and local governments throughout the United States; Whereas public works professionals design, build, operate, and maintain the transportation systems, water infrastructure, sewage and refuse disposal systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities that are vital to the people and communities of the United States; and Whereas understanding the role that public infrastructure plays in protecting the environment, improving public health and safety, contributing to economic vitality, and enhancing the quality of life of every community of the United States is in the interest of the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 17 through May 23, 2015, as National Public Works Week ; (2) recognizes and celebrates the important contributions that public works professionals make every day to improve— (A) the public infrastructure of the United States; and (B) the communities that public works professionals serve; and (3) urges individuals and communities throughout the United States to join with representatives of the Federal Government and the American Public Works Association in activities and ceremonies that are designed— (A) to pay tribute to the public works professionals of the United States; and (B) to recognize the substantial contributions that public works professionals make to the United States.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 191 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 3, 2015 Mr. Carper (for himself, Mr. Coons , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Reid , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Booker , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mrs. Capito , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Casey , Mr. Cassidy , Mr. Coats , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cotton , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Daines , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Ernst , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mr. Gardner , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johnson , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Lankford , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Lee , 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. Perdue , Mr. Peters , Mr. Portman , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Sasse , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Sullivan , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Tillis , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Wicker , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Relative to the death of Joseph Robinette Biden, III.

Whereas Joseph Robinette Beau Biden, III, born in Wilmington, Delaware and a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Syracuse University law school, served our country as an attorney in the Department of Justice for seven years, including assisting the nation of Kosovo in rebuilding their criminal justice system; Whereas Beau Biden served his beloved State of Delaware for eight years as Attorney General; Whereas Beau Biden joined the Army in 2003 at the age of 34, rose to the rank of major in the Delaware Army National Guard’s Judge Advocate General Corps, deployed to Iraq in 2008 and received the Bronze Star for his service; Whereas Beau Biden leaves behind a beloved wife, Hallie, and two children, Natalie and Hunter; and Whereas Beau Biden was the eldest son of the former Senator from Delaware and current Vice President of the United States and President of the United States Senate, Joseph Robinette Biden, Jr.: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the untimely death of Joseph Robinette Biden, III. That the Secretary of the Senate communicate this resolution to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the Vice President of the United States.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 192 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 4, 2015 Mr. Enzi 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 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 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 196 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 9, 2015 Mr. Burr (for himself and Mr. Tester ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 10, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States.

Whereas many people in the United States maintain classic automobiles as a pastime and do so with great passion and as a means of individual expression; Whereas the Senate recognizes the effect that the more than 100-year history of the automobile has had on the economic progress of the United States and supports wholeheartedly all activities involved in the restoration and exhibition of classic automobiles; Whereas the collection, restoration, and preservation of automobiles is an activity shared across generations and across all segments of society; Whereas thousands of local car clubs and related businesses have been instrumental in preserving a historic part of the heritage of the United States by encouraging the restoration and exhibition of such vintage works of art; Whereas automotive restoration provides well-paying, high-skilled jobs for people in all 50 States; and Whereas automobiles have provided the inspiration for music, photography, cinema, fashion, and other artistic pursuits that have become part of the popular culture of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates July 10, 2015, as Collector Car Appreciation Day ; (2) recognizes that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to engage in events and commemorations of Collector Car Appreciation Day that create opportunities for collector car owners to educate young people about the importance of preserving the cultural heritage of the United States, including through the collection and restoration of collector cars.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 200 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2015 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Udall , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Markey , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Rubio , Mr. McCain , Mr. Reid , Ms. Collins , and Mr. Warner ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 8, 2015 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Wishing His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama a happy 80th birthday on July 6, 2015, and recognizing the outstanding contributions His Holiness has made to the promotion of nonviolence, human rights, interfaith dialogue, environmental awareness, and democracy.

Whereas, for over 50 years, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has significantly advanced greater understanding, tolerance, harmony, and respect among the religious faiths of the world; Whereas the Dalai Lama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 in recognition of his efforts to seek a peaceful resolution to the situation in Tibet and to promote nonviolent methods for resolving conflict; Whereas the Dalai Lama was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2007 in recognition of his many enduring and outstanding contributions to peace, nonviolence, human rights, and religious understanding; Whereas the Dalai Lama has led the effort to preserve the rich and unique cultural, religious, historical, and linguistic heritage of the people of Tibet while working to safeguard other endangered cultures throughout the world; Whereas the 14th Dalai Lama has devolved the traditional role of the Dalai Lama as the political head of the Tibetan government, and his own responsibilities within the Central Tibetan Administration, in favor of the democratically elected leadership of Tibetans in exile, while continuing to travel and speak as a spiritual leader for the people of Tibet; Whereas the Dalai Lama, together with leading environmentalists, has been gravely concerned by the degraded state of the environment of Tibet and the consumption of the natural resources of Tibet, including freshwater, because the degradations have implications not only for the people of Tibet, but for the whole of Asia; and Whereas the people of the United States, including Tibetan Americans, have come to regard the Dalai Lama as a leading figure of moral and religious authority: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) extends well-wishes to the Dalai Lama on his 80th birthday; (2) recognizes the Dalai Lama for a lifelong commitment and outstanding contribution to the promotion of nonviolence, human rights, religious tolerance, environmental awareness, and democracy; and (3) recognizes the Dalai Lama for using moral authority to promote the concept of universal responsibility as a guiding tenet for how human beings should treat one another and the planet that all human beings share.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 200 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2015 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Wishing His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama a happy 80th birthday on July 6, 2015, and recognizing the outstanding contributions His Holiness has made to the promotion of nonviolence, human rights, interfaith dialogue, environmental awareness, and democracy.

Whereas, for over 50 years, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has significantly advanced greater understanding, tolerance, harmony, and respect among the religious faiths of the world; Whereas the Dalai Lama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 in recognition of his efforts to seek a peaceful resolution to the situation in Tibet and to promote nonviolent methods for resolving conflict; Whereas the Dalai Lama was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2007 in recognition of his many enduring and outstanding contributions to peace, nonviolence, human rights, and religious understanding; Whereas the Dalai Lama has led the effort to preserve the rich and unique cultural, religious, historical, and linguistic heritage of the people of Tibet while working to safeguard other endangered cultures throughout the world; Whereas the 14th Dalai Lama has devolved the traditional role of the Dalai Lama as the political head of the Tibetan government, and his own responsibilities within the Central Tibetan Administration, in favor of the democratically elected leadership of Tibetans in exile, while continuing to travel and speak as a spiritual leader for the people of Tibet; Whereas the Dalai Lama, together with leading environmentalists, has been gravely concerned by the degraded state of the environment of Tibet and the consumption of the natural resources of Tibet, including freshwater, because the degradations have implications not only for the people of Tibet, but for the whole of Asia; and Whereas the people of the United States, including Tibetan Americans, have come to regard the Dalai Lama as a leading figure of moral and religious authority: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) extends well-wishes to the Dalai Lama on his 80th birthday; (2) recognizes the Dalai Lama for a lifelong commitment and outstanding contribution to the promotion of nonviolence, human rights, religious tolerance, environmental awareness, and democracy; and (3) recognizes the Dalai Lama for using moral authority to promote the concept of universal responsibility as a guiding tenet for how human beings should treat one another and the planet that all human beings share.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 202 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 15, 2015 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Ms. Collins , Ms. Ayotte , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating June 15, 2015, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day .

Whereas Federal Government estimates show that more than 1 in 10 persons over age 60, or 6,000,000 individuals, are victims of elder abuse each year; Whereas the vast majority of the abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults in the United States goes unidentified and unreported; Whereas only 1 in 44 cases of financial abuse of older adults is reported; Whereas at least $2,900,000,000 is taken from older adults each year due to financial abuse and exploitation; Whereas elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation have no boundaries and cross all racial, social, class, gender, and geographic lines; Whereas older adults who are abused are 3 times more likely to die earlier than older adults of the same age who are not abused; Whereas ½ of all older adults with dementia will experience abuse; Whereas providing unwanted medical treatment can be a form of elder abuse and exploitation; Whereas public awareness has the potential to increase the identification and reporting of elder abuse by the public, professionals, and victims, and can act as a catalyst to promote issue-based education and long-term prevention; Whereas private individuals and public agencies must work together on the Federal, State, and local levels to combat increasing occurrences of abuse, neglect, and exploitation crime and violence against vulnerable older adults and vulnerable adults, particularly in light of limited resources for vital protective services; and Whereas 2015 is the 10th anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates June 15, 2015, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day ; (2) recognizes judges, lawyers, adult protective services professionals, law enforcement officers, long-term care ombudsmen, social workers, health care providers, professional guardians, advocates for victims, and other professionals and agencies for the efforts to advance awareness of elder abuse; and (3) encourages members of the public and professionals who work with older adults to act as catalysts to promote awareness and long-term prevention of elder abuse by reaching out to local adult protective services agencies, long-term care ombudsman programs, and the National Center on Elder Abuse, and by learning to recognize, detect, report, and respond to elder abuse.
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 206 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 18, 2015 Mrs. Boxer (for herself and Mrs. Feinstein ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Golden State Warriors for winning the 2015 National Basketball Association Championship.

Whereas, on June 16, 2015, the Golden State Warriors won their second National Basketball Association (referred to in this preamble as the NBA ) Championship as a California team by defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 105-97 in the sixth game of the NBA Finals; Whereas during the 2015 NBA playoffs, the Warriors defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, the Memphis Grizzlies, the Houston Rockets, and the Cleveland Cavaliers en route to the NBA Championship; Whereas during the playoffs, the Golden State Warriors twice overcame 2-1 series deficits and, in both series, responded with 3 straight victories to win the series; Whereas in the regular season, the Warriors won a league-best 67 games; Whereas all 15 players on the 2014-2015 Warriors roster should be congratulated, including NBA Finals MVP Andre Iguodala, the NBA regular season MVP Stephen Curry, as well as, Leandro Barbosa, Harrison Barnes, Andrew Bogut, Festus Ezeli, Draymond Green, Justin Holiday, Ognjen Kuzmic, David Lee, Shaun Livingston, James Michael McAdoo, Brandon Rush, Marreesse Speights, and Klay Thompson; Whereas first-year coach, Steve Kerr, did a tremendous job leading the Warriors to the NBA Title and, through his coaching, built a team that is the best in the NBA; and Whereas the fans of the Warriors have been ever-loyal in their support of the team, waiting 40 years for their second NBA title, but can now again call their team a champion: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Golden State Warriors for winning the 2015 National Basketball Association Championship because of their selfless teamwork; (2) recognizes the achievements of all the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the 2014-2015 season; and (3) celebrates the unique contributions of the Warriors fan base, who, through its unremitting and vocal support of the Warriors came to be known as Dub Nation .
III 114th CONGRESS 1st Session S. RES. 208 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 23, 2015 Mr. Rubio submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the requested release of convicted terrorist Juvenal Ovidio Ricardo Palmera Pineda, also known as Simon Trinidad , from prison in the United States as a part of the Colombian peace process.

Whereas the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia-People's Army (Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia—Ejército del Pueblo (FARC–EP) is a Marxist insurgency group engaged in a bloody civil war with the Government of Colombia; Whereas FARC–EP has been designated a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the Department of State since 1997; Whereas fighting between FARC–EP and the Government of Colombia has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives, including United States citizens, since 1964; Whereas multiple FARC–EP terrorists have been indicted, captured, and extradited to the United States to face trial for their crimes against United States citizens; Whereas Juvenal Ovidio Ricardo Palmera Pineda, also known as Simon Trinidad , joined FARC in the 1980s and later became a rebel leader within the FARC–EP; Whereas, on February 13, 2003, a small Cessna airplane carrying 5 people including a United States pilot named Thomas Janis, a Colombian national, Luis Cruz, and 3 other United States nationals, Marc Gonsalves, Keith Stansell, and Thomas Howes, crashed in Southern Colombia; Whereas heavily armed FARC–EP guerrillas immediately surrounded the plane and brutally executed Thomas Janis and Luis Cruz, then took the other men hostage; Whereas, on April 27, 2003, the FARC–EP issued a communiqué taking credit for the abduction of the three United States nationals, made demands in exchange for the release of the hostages, and appointed Simon Trinidad the spokesperson and negotiator for the FARC–EP; Whereas Simon Trinidad was captured in Ecuador’s capital of Quito 8 months later on January 2, 2004; Whereas Simon Trinidad was convicted by a court in Colombia for aggravated kidnapping and rebellion and sentenced to 35 years in prison on May 4, 2004; Whereas Simon Trinidad was convicted by a United States jury of plotting to hold 3 United States nationals hostage after they were captured in Colombia, and was sentenced to 60 years in prison on January 28, 2008; and Whereas FARC–EP has reportedly named Simon Trinidad a member of their Colombian peace negotiating team and made a request for President Barack Obama to release him: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) opposes the FARC–EP’s requested release of Juvenal Ovidio Ricardo Palmera Pineda, also known as Simon Trinidad , who was convicted by a United States jury of plotting to hold 3 United States nationals hostage after they were captured in Colombia, and was sentenced to 60 years in prison; (2) extends deepest sympathies to all family members of the victims of FARC–EP atrocities; and (3) recognizes this type of action would send a negative message to terrorist groups and undermines the United States judicial system.