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III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 568 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 28, 2018 Mr. Daines (for himself, Mr. Peters , Mr. Gardner , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Risch , Ms. Hirono , Mrs. Ernst , Mr. Heinrich , and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating June 2018 as Great Outdoors Month .

Whereas hundreds of millions of people in the United States participate in outdoor recreation annually; Whereas Congress enacted the Outdoor Recreation Jobs and Economic Impact Act of 2016 ( Public Law 114–249 ; 130 Stat. 999) to assess and analyze the outdoor recreation economy of the United States and the effects attributable to the outdoor recreation economy on the overall economy of the United States; Whereas preliminary statistics released in 2018 by the Bureau of Economic Analysis of the United States Department of Commerce show that outdoor recreation contributed more than $373,700,000,000 to the economy of the United States in 2016, comprising approximately 2 percent of the gross domestic product; Whereas preliminary statistics released in 2018 by the Bureau of Economic Analysis of the United States Department of Commerce show that the outdoor recreation economy grew 3.8 percent in 2016, while also providing 4,280,000 jobs across the country; Whereas regular outdoor recreation is associated with positive health outcomes and better quality of life; Whereas outdoor recreation is part of the national heritage of the United States; and Whereas June 2018 is an appropriate month to designate as “Great Outdoors Month” to provide an opportunity to celebrate the importance of the great outdoors: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates June 2018 as Great Outdoors Month ; and (2) encourages all people in the United States to recreate in the great outdoors in June 2018 and year-round.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 574 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 12, 2018 Mr. Burr (for himself and Mr. Tester ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 13, 2018, 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 13, 2018, 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 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 583 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 19, 2018 Mr. Flake (for himself and Mr. Coons ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Commending the Department of Justice for its investigation into the interference by the Russian Federation in the 2016 United States presidential election, and maintaining that the Russian Federation must be held accountable for its actions.

Whereas, on July 13, 2018, an investigation of the Department of Justice resulted in the indictment of 12 officials of the Government of the Russian Federation for interfering with the 2016 United States presidential election; Whereas, on July 13, 2018, when speaking about the digital infrastructure of the United States being under attack from foreign actors, Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats stated, In regards to state actions, Russia has been the most aggressive foreign actor. No question. And they continue their efforts to undermine our democracy. ; and Whereas, on July 16, 2018, in a joint press conference in Helsinki, Finland, the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, denied that the Russian Federation interfered in the 2016 United States presidential election: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) commends the Department of Justice for its thorough investigation into the interference in the 2016 United States presidential election, which resulted in the indictment of 12 intelligence officers of the Government of the Russian Federation; (2) agrees with the assessment of the United States intelligence community that the Russian Federation interfered with the 2016 United States presidential election, and rejects the Russian Federation’s denial of such involvement; (3) reaffirms its position that the Russian Federation must be held accountable for interfering in the 2016 United States presidential election; (4) calls upon relevant committees of the Senate to exercise congressional oversight, including prompt hearings and the release of relevant notes and information, to better understand the impact of the recent summit in Helsinki, Finland, on the foreign policy and national security of the United States; and (5) calls for the immediate and full implementation of mandatory sanctions provided for in the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act ( Public Law 115–44 ; 131 Stat. 886), which passed the Senate 98–2, to deter and punish election interference by the Russian Federation.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 584 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 19, 2018 Mr. Schumer (for himself, Mr. Menendez , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Reed , Mr. Leahy , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Casey , and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate against the making available of current and former diplomats, officials, and members of the Armed Forces of the United States for questioning by the government of Vladimir Putin.

That it is the sense of the Senate that the United States should refuse to make available any current or former diplomat, civil servant, political appointee, law enforcement official, or member of the Armed Forces of the United States for questioning by the government of Vladimir Putin.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 586 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 19, 2018 Mrs. Gillibrand (for herself and Mr. Nelson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the 170th anniversary of the first women’s rights convention held in the United States in Seneca Falls, New York.

Whereas 2018 marks the 170th anniversary of the first women’s rights convention held in the United States in Seneca Falls, New York, organized by Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott; Whereas the momentum created by organized women in the 1800s led to the first women’s rights convention and the passing of the Declaration of Sentiments in Seneca Falls, New York; Whereas, at Seneca Falls, New York, 68 women and 32 men signed the Declaration of Sentiments, a plea for the end of discrimination against women; Whereas the Declaration of Sentiments offered at Seneca Falls, New York, was modeled after the Declaration of Independence and declared that all men and women are created equal , linking women’s rights directly to the founding ideals of the United States; Whereas women’s suffrage activists tirelessly worked together to form organizations that raised public awareness, resulting in the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States in 1920, guaranteeing all women of the United States the right to vote; Whereas, in 2018, women have made giant leaps in the cause for gender equality, yet still struggle daily for equal treatment; Whereas women of the United States earn only 80 cents for every dollar earned by men of the United States; Whereas women constitute 50.8 percent of the population of the United States but only 20 percent of the 115th Congress; and Whereas empowering women offers tremendous opportunity for economic and social progress: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the importance of the 170th anniversary of the first women’s rights convention held in the United States; (2) promotes meaningful participation of women in every sector of society; and (3) supports policy measures that promote gender equality and the empowerment of women.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 588 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2018 Mr. Merkley submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the need for transparency regarding meetings between President Donald J. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Whereas it is the unanimous conclusion of the United States intelligence community that the Government of the Russian Federation interfered in the 2016 Presidential election, at the direction of Russian President Vladimir Putin, to advance the candidacy of then-candidate Donald J. Trump; Whereas President Trump has repeatedly cast doubt on intelligence community conclusions regarding Russia’s attacks during the 2016 election and suggested at his Helsinki press conference, as he has in previous statements, that he believes President Putin’s denials despite evidence to the contrary; Whereas President Trump and individuals associated with his 2016 Presidential campaign remain subjects of an ongoing investigation led by Special Counsel Robert S. Mueller III relating to Russia’s efforts to interfere in the 2016 United States Presidential election, an investigation which has yielded 32 indictments and 5 guilty pleas to date; Whereas President Trump reportedly personally requested that his meeting at the July 16, 2018, Helsinki Summit with President Putin be one-on-one and excluded other United States officials; and Whereas, since the Helsinki Summit, President Trump and President Putin alluded to oral agreements they made, the specifics of which have not been made known publicly: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) President Trump should not meet with President Putin or any official of the Russian Federation without another senior United States official present; and (2) the President, or a designee of the President, should within 7 days report to Congress, in the appropriate setting, on the substance of President Trump’s meeting with President Putin, including any agreements or commitments made on behalf of the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 589 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2018 Mr. Enzi (for himself, Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Risch , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Thune , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Tester , Mr. Udall , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Bennet , Ms. Cortez Masto , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 28, 2018, as National Day of the American Cowboy .

Whereas pioneering men and women, recognized as cowboys , helped to establish the American West; Whereas the cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, compassion, respect, a strong work ethic, and patriotism; Whereas the cowboy spirit exemplifies strength of character, sound family values, and good common sense; Whereas the cowboy archetype transcends ethnicity, gender, geographic boundaries, and political affiliations; Whereas the cowboy, who lives off the land and works to protect and enhance the environment, is an excellent steward of the land and its creatures; Whereas cowboy traditions have been a part of American culture for generations; Whereas the cowboy continues to be an important part of the economy through the work of many thousands of ranchers across the United States who contribute to the economic well-being of every State; Whereas millions of fans watch professional and working ranch rodeo events annually, making rodeo one of the most-watched sports in the United States; Whereas membership and participation in rodeo and other organizations that promote and encompass the livelihood of cowboys span every generation and transcend race and gender; Whereas the cowboy is a central figure in literature, film, and music and occupies a central place in the public imagination; Whereas the cowboy is an American icon; and Whereas the ongoing contributions made by cowboys and cowgirls to their communities should be recognized and encouraged: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates July 28, 2018, as National Day of the American Cowboy ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 591 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2018 Ms. Collins (for herself, Mr. Manchin , Mr. Tester , Ms. Warren , Mr. Markey , Ms. Baldwin , Mrs. Hyde-Smith , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Peters , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Smith , Mr. Merkley , Mrs. Ernst , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Thune , Mr. Moran , Mr. Daines , Mr. Rounds , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Young , Mr. Van Hollen , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Donnelly , and Mrs. Feinstein ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.

Whereas, on August 7, 1782, during the Revolutionary War, General George Washington established what is now known as the Purple Heart Medal when he issued an order establishing the Badge of Military Merit; Whereas the Badge of Military Merit was designed in the shape of a heart in purple cloth or silk; Whereas, while the award of the Badge of Military Merit ceased with the end of the Revolutionary War, the Purple Heart Medal was authorized in 1932 as the official successor decoration to the Badge of Military Merit; Whereas the Purple Heart Medal is the oldest United States military decoration in present use; Whereas the Purple Heart Medal is awarded in the name of the President of the United States to recognize members of the Armed Forces who are killed or wounded in action against an enemy of the United States or are killed or wounded while held as prisoners of war; Whereas the Purple Heart Medal has been awarded to an estimated 1,800,000 recipients; and Whereas August 7, 2018, is an appropriate day to celebrate as National Purple Heart Recognition Day: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day; and (2) encourages all people of the United States— (A) to learn about the history of the Purple Heart Medal; (B) to honor recipients of the Purple Heart Medal; and (C) to conduct appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for people who have been awarded the Purple Heart Medal.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 592 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 25, 2018 Mr. Wyden (for himself and Mrs. Fischer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 9, 2018, as National Ada Lovelace Day and honoring the life and legacy of Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer.

Whereas Augusta Ada King-Noel, Countess of Lovelace, now known as Ada Lovelace, was born on December 10, 1815, in London, United Kingdom; Whereas, from a young age, Lovelace displayed a gift for mathematics, languages, and the sciences; Whereas, at the age of 17, Lovelace began to study mathematics under the guidance of scientist and translator Mary Somerville and, later, logician Augustus de Morgan; Whereas, in 1833, Lovelace was introduced to inventor and mechanical engineer, Charles Babbage, and began to study his designs for the Analytical Engine, a mechanical computer; Whereas Lovelace was the first person to recognize that the Analytical Engine could be used to manipulate symbols and letters and was the first person to theorize that the Analytical Engine could be used to create music and graphics; Whereas, in 1843, Lovelace published step-by-step instructions for using the Analytical Engine to calculate Bernoulli numbers without having been worked out by human head and hands first ; Whereas these insights gave Lovelace an unparalleled vision of the future of computer science, and she stated that “[a] new, a vast and a powerful language is [being] developed for the future use of analysis, in which to wield its truths so that these may become of more speedy and accurate practical application for the purposes of mankind”; Whereas the work of Lovelace went widely unrecognized until the 1950s, when her papers were republished, and their significance and her contributions to the fields of computer science and mathematics were finally acknowledged; Whereas, in the 1980s, to honor the contributions of Lovelace, the Department of Defense named its newly created computer language Ada after Lovelace; Whereas the second Tuesday in October is annually celebrated as Ada Lovelace Day and is intended to honor women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and their accomplishments and contributions to academia and the world; and Whereas Ada Lovelace died on November 27, 1852, leaving behind a legacy of poetic science and reasoning, in which the arts and sciences are woven together to find new insights: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates October 9, 2018, as National Ada Lovelace Day ; and (2) honors the life and contributions of Ada Lovelace, a leading woman in science and mathematics and the first computer programmer.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 596 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 26, 2018 Ms. Cantwell (for herself, Mrs. Murray , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs December 12, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 29th anniversary of the Tribal Canoe Journey of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest and congratulating the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for hosting the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup.

Whereas 2018 marks the 29th anniversary of the first Tribal Canoe Journey, held in Seattle, Washington; Whereas the Puyallup Tribe of Indians is hosting the Tribal Canoe Journey for a second time with the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup; Whereas, in 2018, more than 100 Tribal canoes, representing more than 60 Tribal Nations from across the United States and Canada, will travel along the Pacific Ocean, the Salish Sea, and the Puget Sound to arrive at the shores of the territory of the Puyallup Tribe; Whereas the theme of the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup is Honoring our Medicine , which is a reminder of the importance of the Pacific Ocean, the Salish Sea, and the Puget Sound to the culture and economy of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest; and Whereas the Tribal Canoe Journey is a celebration of the resilient culture and way of life of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest and Tribal Nations across the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 29th anniversary of the Tribal Canoe Journey; (2) acknowledges that the Tribal Canoe Journey is a vital part of the fabric and culture of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest; and (3) congratulates the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for hosting the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 596 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 26, 2018 Ms. Cantwell (for herself, Mrs. Murray , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Indian Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the 29th anniversary of the Tribal Canoe Journey of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest and congratulating the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for hosting the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup.

Whereas 2018 marks the 29th anniversary of the first Tribal Canoe Journey, held in Seattle, Washington; Whereas the Puyallup Tribe of Indians is hosting the Tribal Canoe Journey for a second time with the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup; Whereas, in 2018, more than 100 Tribal canoes, representing more than 60 Tribal Nations from across the United States and Canada, will travel along the Pacific Ocean, the Salish Sea, and the Puget Sound to arrive at the shores of the territory of the Puyallup Tribe; Whereas the theme of the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup is Honoring our Medicine , which is a reminder of the importance of the Pacific Ocean, the Salish Sea, and the Puget Sound to the culture and economy of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest; and Whereas the Tribal Canoe Journey is a celebration of the resilient culture and way of life of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest and Tribal Nations across the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 29th anniversary of the Tribal Canoe Journey; (2) acknowledges that the Tribal Canoe Journey is a vital part of the fabric and culture of the Tribal Nations of the Pacific Northwest; and (3) congratulates the Puyallup Tribe of Indians for hosting the 2018 Power Paddle to Puyallup.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 597 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2018 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Schumer , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Murphy , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs RESOLUTION Urging the release of information regarding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.

Whereas tens of thousands of pages of documents relating to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States remain classified by the Federal Government; Whereas the contents of these documents are necessary for a full public understanding of the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Whereas the decision to maintain the classified status of many of these documents prevents the people of the United States from having access to information about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, including the involvement of certain foreign governments in the attacks; and Whereas the people of the United States and the families of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks deserve full and public disclosure of the events surrounding the attacks: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) documents related to the events of September 11, 2001, should be declassified to the greatest extent possible; and (2) the survivors, the families of the victims, and the people of the United States deserve answers about the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 599 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2018 Mr. King (for himself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Reed , Ms. Hassan , Mr. Markey , Mr. Whitehouse , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 25, 2018, as National Lobster Day .

Whereas American lobster is consistently among the most valuable species landed in the United States; Whereas lobstering has served as an economic engine and family tradition in the United States for centuries; Whereas thousands of families in the United States make their livelihoods from catching, processing, or serving lobsters; Whereas the lobster industry employs people of all ages, and many harvesters begin fishing as children and stay in the industry for their entire working lives; Whereas historical lore notes that lobster likely joined turkey on the table at the very first Thanksgiving feast in 1621, and it continues to be a mainstay during many other holiday traditions; Whereas responsible resource management practices beginning in the 1600s have created one of the most sustainable fisheries in the world; Whereas, throughout history, United States presidents have served lobster at their inaugural celebrations and state dinners with international leaders; Whereas lobster is an excellent, versatile source of lean protein that is low in saturated fat and high in vitamin B12; Whereas the peak of the lobstering season in the United States occurs in the late summer; Whereas the growing reputation of the American lobster as a unique, high-quality, and healthy food has increased its consumption and driven demand internationally; Whereas the Unicode Consortium added a lobster to its latest emoji set in recognition of the popularity of the species around the world; Whereas countless people in the United States enjoy lobster rolls to celebrate summer, from beaches to backyards and fine dining restaurants to lobster shacks; Whereas lobster inspires festivals from Maine to California, where people come together to celebrate their love for the crustacean; Whereas many people in the United States continue to enjoy steamed lobster with drawn butter; and Whereas the number of recipes incorporating lobster is growing with chefs across the United States incorporating the protein in new and creative ways from lobster dumplings to lobster grilled cheese: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) designates September 25, 2018, as National Lobster Day ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 601 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2018 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Brown , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Udall , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Booker , Mr. Cardin , and Ms. Hassan ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Condemning the decision by President Donald Trump and the White House to ban members of the media from White House events for asking critical questions of the President, and affirming the importance of a free and unfettered press in our democracy.

Whereas President Donald Trump repeatedly refers to reputable journalists and multiple media organizations as fake news ; Whereas President Trump has characterized media organizations as a stain on America ; Whereas President Trump has also characterized media organizations as the real enemy of the people , while simultaneously characterizing his summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin as a great success ; Whereas President Trump has threatened media organizations such as CNN and the Washington Post with antitrust actions while ignoring antitrust concerns with news organizations that provide him favorable coverage; Whereas, on July 25, 2016, the White House singled out CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins and barred her from attending an event at the White House Rose Garden; Whereas Ms. Collins asked President Trump questions regarding his former attorney Michael Cohen and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which he did not answer, at the White House press pool earlier in the day; Whereas the White House alleged that Ms. Collins’ questions were inappropriate for the venue; Whereas the White House’s justification for removing Ms. Collins was clearly a pretext, and the real reason she was removed was that President Trump didn’t like Ms. Collins' questions, which made him uncomfortable; Whereas President Trump has threatened to take away the White House press credentials of journalists whose coverage he does not like; Whereas the decision to bar a member of the press from the White House for the questions the member asked is retaliatory in nature, violates the spirit of the First Amendment to the Constitution of the United States, and is not indicative of an open and free press; and Whereas a free and unfettered press is the cornerstone of our democracy: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate— (1) condemns the decision by President Donald Trump and the White House to bar Kaitlan Collins from the White House; (2) condemns the escalating attacks by President Trump on reputable journalists and news organizations as fake news , a stain on America , and the real enemy of the people ; (3) affirms that it is necessary and appropriate for reporters to ask questions of powerful government officials, including the President of the United States, in order to hold these officials accountable to the people of the United States; and (4) affirms that reporters and journalists must be able to feel free to do their duty without fear of reprisal from the Government.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 603 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2018 Mrs. Fischer (for herself and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 6, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2018 as School Bus Safety Month .

Whereas, every school day in the United States, approximately 500,000 public and private school buses carry more than 26,000,000 children to and from school; Whereas school buses comprise the largest mass transportation fleet in the United States; Whereas 55 percent of all K–12 students ride a school bus, totaling 260,000,000 miles for each of the 180 school days in a year, or 46,800,000,000 miles driven annually; Whereas the Child Safety Network, celebrating 29 years of national public service, supports the CSN Safe Bus campaign, which is designed to provide the latest technology and free safety and security resources to the school bus industry; Whereas the designation of School Bus Safety Month will allow broadcast and digital media and social networking industries to make commitments to disseminate public service announcements that are produced in order— (1) to provide resources designed to safeguard children; and (2) to recognize school bus drivers and professionals; Whereas key leaders who are deserving of recognition during School Bus Safety Month and beyond have provided security awareness training materials to more than 14,000 public and private school districts, trained more than 100,000 school bus operators, and provided more than 110,000 counterterrorism guides to individuals who are key to providing both safety and security for children in the United States; and Whereas School Bus Safety Month offers the Senate and the people of the United States an opportunity to recognize and thank all of the school bus drivers in the United States and the professionals who are focused on school bus safety and security: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates September 2018 as School Bus Safety Month .
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 603 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2018 Mrs. Fischer (for herself and Mr. Peters ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating September 2018 as School Bus Safety Month .

Whereas, every school day in the United States, approximately 500,000 public and private school buses carry more than 26,000,000 children to and from school; Whereas school buses comprise the largest mass transportation fleet in the United States; Whereas 55 percent of all K–12 students ride a school bus, totaling 260,000,000 miles for each of the 180 school days in a year, or 46,800,000,000 miles driven annually; Whereas the Child Safety Network, celebrating 29 years of national public service, supports the CSN Safe Bus campaign, which is designed to provide the latest technology and free safety and security resources to the school bus industry; Whereas the designation of School Bus Safety Month will allow broadcast and digital media and social networking industries to make commitments to disseminate public service announcements that are produced in order— (1) to provide resources designed to safeguard children; and (2) to recognize school bus drivers and professionals; Whereas key leaders who are deserving of recognition during School Bus Safety Month and beyond have provided security awareness training materials to more than 14,000 public and private school districts, trained more than 100,000 school bus operators, and provided more than 110,000 counterterrorism guides to individuals who are key to providing both safety and security for children in the United States; and Whereas School Bus Safety Month offers the Senate and the people of the United States an opportunity to recognize and thank all of the school bus drivers in the United States and the professionals who are focused on school bus safety and security: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates September 2018 as School Bus Safety Month .
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 604 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2018 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize document production by the Select Committee on Intelligence in United States v. Mariia Butina (D.D.C.).

Whereas, the prosecution and the defendant in United States v. Mariia Butina , Cr. No. 18–218, currently pending in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, have requested copies of a transcript of an interview of the defendant conducted by the Select Committee on Intelligence; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate can, by administrative or judicial process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; Whereas, when it appears that documents, papers, and records under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it

That the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, acting jointly, are authorized to provide to the parties in United States v. Mariia Butina , under appropriate security procedures, copies of the transcript of the interview of the defendant taken by the Committee.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 610 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 21, 2018 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Schumer , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Markey , Mr. Booker , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Sanders ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs September 26, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Urging the release of information regarding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.

Whereas tens of thousands of pages of documents relating to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States remain classified by the Federal Government; Whereas the Federal Government may properly classify and control access to information in order to protect sources and methods of collecting critical information in defense of the country and the people of the United States; Whereas the contents of these documents are necessary for a full public understanding of the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Whereas the decision to maintain the classified status of many of these documents prevents the people of the United States from having access to information about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, including the involvement of certain foreign governments in the attacks; and Whereas the people of the United States and the families of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks deserve full and public disclosure of the events surrounding the attacks: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) documents related to the events of September 11, 2001, should be declassified to the greatest extent possible; and (2) the survivors, the families of the victims, and the people of the United States deserve answers about the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 610 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 21, 2018 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Schumer , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Murphy , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs RESOLUTION Urging the release of information regarding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.

Whereas tens of thousands of pages of documents relating to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States remain classified by the Federal Government; Whereas the Federal Government may properly classify and control access to information in order to protect sources and methods of collecting critical information in defense of the country and the people of the United States; Whereas the contents of these documents are necessary for a full public understanding of the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Whereas the decision to maintain the classified status of many of these documents prevents the people of the United States from having access to information about the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, including the involvement of certain foreign governments in the attacks; and Whereas the people of the United States and the families of the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks deserve full and public disclosure of the events surrounding the attacks: Now, therefore, be it

That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) documents related to the events of September 11, 2001, should be declassified to the greatest extent possible; and (2) the survivors, the families of the victims, and the people of the United States deserve answers about the events and circumstances surrounding the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks upon the United States.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 612 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 22, 2018 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself, Mr. Lankford , Mr. Brown , Mrs. Capito , Ms. Cortez Masto , Mr. Peters , Mr. Grassley , and Mr. Hoeven ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 6, 2018 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of charities that benefit children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

Whereas millions of children and youth in the United States represent the hopes and the future of the United States; Whereas numerous individuals, charities benefitting children, and youth-serving organizations that work with children and youth collaborate to provide invaluable services to enrich and better the lives of children and youth throughout the United States; Whereas raising awareness of, and increasing support for, organizations that provide access to health care, social services, education, the arts, sports, and other services will result in the development of character in, and the future success of, the children and youth of the United States; Whereas the month of September, as the school year begins, is a time when parents, families, teachers, school administrators, and communities increase focus on children and youth throughout the United States; Whereas the month of September is a time for the people of the United States to highlight, and be mindful of, the needs of children and youth; Whereas private corporations and businesses have joined with hundreds of national and local charitable organizations throughout the United States in support of a month-long focus on children and youth; and Whereas designating September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month would recognize that a long-term commitment to children and youth is in the public interest and will encourage widespread support for charities and organizations that seek to provide a better future for the children and youth of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month — (1) to promote awareness of charities that benefit children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States; (2) to recognize the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States; and (3) to recognize the importance of meeting the needs of at-risk children and youth, including children and youth who— (A) have experienced homelessness; (B) are in the foster care system; (C) have been victims, or are at risk of becoming victims, of child sex trafficking; (D) have been impacted by violence; (E) have experienced trauma; and (F) have serious physical and mental health needs.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 612 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 22, 2018 Mrs. Feinstein submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of charities that benefit children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States.

Whereas millions of children and youth in the United States represent the hopes and the future of the United States; Whereas numerous individuals, charities benefitting children, and youth-serving organizations that work with children and youth collaborate to provide invaluable services to enrich and better the lives of children and youth throughout the United States; Whereas raising awareness of, and increasing support for, organizations that provide access to health care, social services, education, the arts, sports, and other services will result in the development of character in, and the future success of, the children and youth of the United States; Whereas the month of September, as the school year begins, is a time when parents, families, teachers, school administrators, and communities increase focus on children and youth throughout the United States; Whereas the month of September is a time for the people of the United States to highlight, and be mindful of, the needs of children and youth; Whereas private corporations and businesses have joined with hundreds of national and local charitable organizations throughout the United States in support of a month-long focus on children and youth; and Whereas designating September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month would recognize that a long-term commitment to children and youth is in the public interest and will encourage widespread support for charities and organizations that seek to provide a better future for the children and youth of the United States: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate designates September 2018 as National Child Awareness Month — (1) to promote awareness of charities that benefit children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States; (2) to recognize the efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States; and (3) to recognize the importance of meeting the needs of at-risk children and youth, including children and youth who— (A) have experienced homelessness; (B) are in the foster care system; (C) have been victims, or are at risk of becoming victims, of child sex trafficking; (D) have been impacted by violence; (E) have experienced trauma; and (F) have serious physical and mental health needs.
III 115th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 614 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 22, 2018 Ms. Smith (for herself and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the life and legacy of Coya Knutson.

Whereas Cornelia Genevive Gjesdal Coya Knutson was born on August 22, 1912, in Edmore, North Dakota; Whereas Coya Gjesdal graduated from Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota, with majors in English and Music and a minor in Education; Whereas Coya Gjesdal married Andy Knutson in 1940 and later adopted a son; Whereas Coya Knutson was involved in her community, working as a teacher, volunteering, establishing a medical clinic, and serving on the Red Lake County Welfare Board; Whereas Coya Knutson was elected to the House of Representatives of Minnesota in 1950; Whereas State Representative Knutson supported health and education initiatives and sponsored the first clean air bill in Minnesota, which prohibited smoking in some public places; Whereas, in 1954, Coya Knutson won a seat in the House of Representatives of the United States, despite having lost the nomination of her party to a man; Whereas Coya Knutson became the first woman elected to Congress from Minnesota; Whereas Congresswoman Knutson became the first woman to be appointed to the Committee on Agriculture of the House of Representatives; Whereas Congresswoman Knutson sponsored legislation that eventually led to expanded school lunch assistance, the first Federal student loan program, and the first appropriations for research on cystic fibrosis; Whereas Congresswoman Knutson's husband did not support her career and reportedly wrote a public letter in 1958 ordering her to return to Minnesota to make a home for [her] son and husband ; Whereas the story of the letter was taken up by the national press, with newspapers across the United States running the headline Coya, Come Home ; Whereas Coya Knutson lost reelection in 1958 to a man whose campaign slogan was A Big Man for a Man-Sized Job ; Whereas Coya Knutson eventually divorced her husband, moved permanently to Washington, DC, and was appointed by President Kennedy to be the liaison officer in the Office of Civil Defense at the Department of Defense, where she served until 1970; Whereas Coya Knutson retired from politics and moved back to Minnesota to live with her son and his family until her death in 1996 at 82 years of age; and Whereas Coya Knutson was a trailblazer and an inspiration who was devoted to her community, State, and country: Now, therefore, be it

That the Senate honors the life and legacy of Coya Knutson, whose dedication to overcoming exceptional odds and devotion to the well-being of the United States shall serve as an inspiration for generations of individuals in the United States.