| SR252 | Intro
Sine Die | Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act of 2015 Short Titles as Introduced for portions of this bill: Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act of 2015 Official Titles: Official Titles - Senate Official T...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-20
By Senator Vitter from Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 12/10/2016. Report No. 114-424. |
| SCR57 | Engross
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution honoring in praise and remembrance the extraordinary life, steady leadership, and remarkable, 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-12
Held at the desk. |
| SR638 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the lasting significance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7121; text as passed Senate: CR S7038) |
| SR637 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution honoring the individuals who lost their lives in the tragic fire in Oakland, California, on December 2, 2016.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7121; text as passed Senate: CR S7037-7038) |
| SR636 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating the week of December 4 through December 10, 2016, as "National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week". Designates the week of December 4-December 10, 2016, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week and expresses support for its...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7121; text as passed Senate: CR S7037) |
| SR642 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution authorizing taking pictures and filming in the Senate Chamber, the Senate Wing of the United States Capitol, and Senate Office Buildings for production of a film and a book on the history of the Senate. Suspends specified provisions of R...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7149; text as passed Senate: CR S7040) |
| SR640 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the death of John Glenn, former Senator for the State of Ohio and the first individual from the United States to orbit the Earth. Declares that the Senate: (1) extends its deepest condolences and gratitude to the family of Jo...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7122-7123; text as passed Senate: CR S7039) |
| SR639 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating December 17, 2016, as "Wreaths Across America Day".
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7121; text as passed Senate: CR S7038) |
| SR641 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate. Celebrates and congratulates the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on its 200th anniversary. Applauds the committee's many accomplishments.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7144; text as passed Senate: CR S7039-7040) |
| SR635 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing and commemorating the bicentennial of the State of Indiana.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7121; text as passed Senate: CR S7036-7037) |
| SR335 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, honoring the invaluable contributions of Charles Edward Taylor, regarded as the father of aviation maintenance, and recognizing the essential role of aviati...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-10
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR634 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution affirming the importance of the security and privacy of the people of the United States.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-09
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR633 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the plan of the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy for modernizing the nuclear weapons of the United States.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-09
To Senate Armed Services Committee |
| SCR58 | Intro
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that rates for inmate calling service should not exceed the affordable modified rate caps adopted by the Federal Communications Commission.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-07
To Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee |
| SR632 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting a transition to 100 percent clean, renewable energy to help consumers, support the economy and national security of the United States, and avoid the worst impacts of climate change. Expresses support for a national goal of pha...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-07
To Senate Energy And Natural Resources Committee |
| SR537 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing profound concern about the ongoing political, economic, social and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, urging the release of political prisoners, and calling for respect of constitutional and democratic processes. Expresses conc...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-07
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 708. |
| SR535 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China. Expresses the sense of the Senate that: the use of illicit fentanyl in the United States and the resulting ove...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-07
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 707. |
| SCR30 | Intro
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. Expresses concern about the disappearance of David Sneddon in Yunnan Province, China, in August 2004. Directs the Department of State and the ...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-07
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 709. |
| SR631 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution celebrating the history of the Detroit River with the 15-year commemoration of the International Underground Railroad Memorial Monument, comprised of the Gateway to Freedom Monument in Detroit, Michigan, and the Tower of Freedom Monument...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-06
To Senate Energy And Natural Resources Committee |
| SR630 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the historical importance of Associate Justice Clarence Thomas.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-05
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR629 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the 225th anniversary of Alexander Hamilton's seminal Report on the Subject of Manufactures. Recognizes: (1) the 225th anniversary of Alexander Hamilton's seminal Report on the Subject of Manufactures, and (2) his vision to m...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-05
To Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee |
| SR627 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating December 3, 2016, as "National Phenylketonuria Awareness Day". Designates December 3, 2016, as National Phenylketonuria Awareness Day. (Phenylketonuria or PKU is a rare, inherited metabolic disorder that can cause intellectua...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-01
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6681; text as passed Senate: CR S6667) |
| SR628 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution authorizing the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual. Requires the Committee on Rules and Administration to: (1) prepare a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual; and (2) print it as a Senate document, inc...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-01
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6681; text as passed Senate: CR S6667) |
| SR606 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution honoring the memories and legacies of the 3 law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the attack on July 17, 2016, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, condemning that attack, and recognizing the heroism of law enforcement personnel and fir...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-12-01
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR624 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the goals, activities, and ideals of World Prematurity Month. Recognizes November 2016 as World Prematurity Month. Expresses support for efforts to: (1) reduce the impact of preterm births by improving maternal health, and (2)...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-30
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR626 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Recognizes the 75th anniversary of the establishment of MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Commends t...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-30
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6627-6628; text as passed Senate: CR S6622) |
| SR625 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the goals, activities, and ideals of World Prematurity Day. Recognizes November 17, 2016, as World Prematurity Day. Expresses support for efforts to: (1) reduce the impact of preterm births by improving maternal health, and (2...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-30
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR610 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing support for the designation of the first Friday in October 2016 as "Manufacturing Day". Supports the designation of the first Friday in October 2016 as Manufacturing Day.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-30
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR605 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution honoring Arnold Palmer. Honors the life and legacy of Arnold Palmer for his philanthropy, humanitarianism, and contributions to the sport of golf.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-30
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR622 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6576; text as passed Senate: CR S6552-6553) |
| SR623 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the vital role the Civil Air Patrol has played, and continues to play, in supporting the homeland security and national defense of the United States. Applauds the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) for 75 years of continuous service. Rec...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6576; text as passed Senate: CR S6553) |
| SCR56 | Intro
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President-elect Donald Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President-elect Trump to divest his interest in, and sever h...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
To Senate Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs Committee |
| SR620 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution reaffirming the United States-Argentina partnership and recognizing Argentina's economic reforms. Declares that the Senate: upholds its commitment to the partnership between the United States and Argentina and reaffirms that Argentina is...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
To Senate Foreign Relations Committee |
| SR621 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating November 2016 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Designates November 2016 as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Encourages individuals to increase their understanding and awareness of care at the end of l...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SR611 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the designation of October 8, 2016, as "40 Years of Women Cadets at the United States Air Force Academy Day". Expresses support for the designation of October 8, 2016, as 40 Years of Women Cadets at the United States Air Force...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR607 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency on its 20th anniversary. Congratulates the men and women of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency on the occasion of the agency's 20th anniversary. Honors the professional men...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-29
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR619 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States. Recognizes November 2016 as National Native American Herit...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-17
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6496-6497; text as passed Senate: CR S6490) |
| SR618 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution commending and congratulating the Chicago Cubs on their 2016 World Series victory. Commends the Chicago Cubs on their 2016 World Series championship title and outstanding performance during the 2016 Major League Baseball season.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-17
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6495; text as passed Senate: CR S6489-6490) |
| SR616 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month. Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of American Diabetes Month, including encouraging individuals to fight diabetes through public awareness about prevention and tre...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-17
To Senate Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee |
| SR617 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating November 27, 2016, as "Drive Safer Sunday". Designates November 27, 2016, as Drive Safer Sunday. Encourages: schools, universities, administrators, and teachers to launch campaigns to urge students to focus on safety when dri...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-17
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6495; text as passed Senate: CR S6489) |
| SR604 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 2016 as "National Bladder Health Month". Expresses support for the designation of November 2016 as National Bladder Health Month.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-17
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SR615 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 16, 2016, as "American Special Hockey Day".
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-16
To Senate Commerce, Science, And Transportation Committee |
| SR614 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of American Education Week. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of American Education Week.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-16
To Senate Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee |
| SR608 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating the week of September 17 through September 24, 2016, as "National Estuaries Week". Designates the week of September 17 through September 24, 2016, as National Estuaries Week.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. |
| SR560 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating October 30, 2016, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers. Designates October 30, 2016, as a national day of remembrance for U.S. nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-16
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| SJR40 | Intro
Sine Die | A joint resolution approving the location of a memorial to commemorate and honor the members of the Armed Forces that served on active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm or Operation Desert Shield.
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-15
To Senate Energy And Natural Resources Committee |
| SJR41 | Intro
Sine Die | A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States. The President and Vice Presid...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-15
To Senate Judiciary Committee |
| SCR55 | Engross
Sine Die | A concurrent resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1916 opening of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and the 2016 opening of the new Texas A&M Veterinary & Biomedical Education complex in College Stati...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-11-14
Held at the desk. |
| SR593 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating September 22, 2016, as "National Falls Prevention Awareness Day" to raise awareness and encourage the prevention of falls among older adults. Designates September 22, 2016, as National Falls Prevention Awareness Day. Recogniz...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-29
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6256-6257; text as passed Senate: CR S6274-6275) |
| SR591 | Intro
Sine Die | A resolution designating the week of October 9 through October 15, 2016, as "National Case Management Week" to recognize the role of case management in improving health care outcomes for patients. Designates the week of October 9-October 15, 2016, as...
[Detail][Text][Discuss] | 2016-09-29
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6256-6257; text as passed Senate: CR S6274) |
