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113 SRES 487 IS: Expressing the sense of the Senate that Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. should appoint a special counsel or prosecutor to investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit groups by the Internal Revenue Service.
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U.S. Senate
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2014-06-26
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III
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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S. RES. 487
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 26, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S355">
Mr. Cruz
</sponsor>
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on the Judiciary
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RESOLUTION
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Expressing the sense of the Senate that Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. should appoint a
special counsel or prosecutor to investigate the
targeting of conservative nonprofit groups by the Internal Revenue
Service.
</official-title>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in February 2010, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) began targeting conservative
nonprofit groups for extra scrutiny in connection with applications for
tax-exempt status;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 14, 2013, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) issued an
audit report entitled,
<quote>
Inappropriate Criteria Were Used to Identify
Tax-Exempt Applications for Review
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that from 2010 until 2012, the IRS systematically subjected
tax-exempt applicants to extra scrutiny based on inappropriate criteria,
including use of the phrases
<quote>
Tea Party
</quote>
,
<quote>
Patriots
</quote>
, and
<quote>
9/12
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that the groups selected for extra scrutiny based on
inappropriate criteria were subjected without
cause to delays lasting years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that the groups selected for extra scrutiny based on
inappropriate criteria were subjected to unreasonable and burdensome
information requests, including requests for information about donors and
political beliefs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Exempt Organizations Division within the Tax-Exempt and Government Entities
Division of the IRS has jurisdiction over the processing and determination
of
tax-exempt applications;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on September 15, 2010, Lois G. Lerner, former Director of the Exempt Organizations
Division,
initiated a project to examine political activity of organizations
described in section 501(c)(4)
of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, writing to her colleagues,
<quote>
[w]e need to be cautious so it
isn't a per se political project
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on February 1, 2011, Lois Lerner wrote that the
<quote>
Tea Party matter [was] very dangerous
</quote>
and
<quote>
[t]his could be the vehicle to go to court on the issue of
whether Citizen's [sic] United overturning the ban on corporate spending
applies to tax exempt rules
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Lois Lerner ordered the Tea Party tax-exempt applications to proceed through a
<quote>
multi-tier review
</quote>
involving her senior technical advisor and the IRS Office of Chief Counsel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Carter Hull, an IRS lawyer and a 48-year veteran of the United States Government, testified
that the
<quote>
multi-tier
review
</quote>
was unprecedented in his experience;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 1, 2011, Holly Paz, Director of Rulings and Agreements within the Exempt
Organizations Division, requested the tax-exempt application filed by
Crossroads Grassroots Policy Strategies for review by Lois Lerner's
senior technical advisor;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on March 22, 2012, Commissioner of Internal Revenue Douglas Shulman was specifically asked
about the
targeting of Tea Party groups applying for tax-exempt status during a
hearing before the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of
Representatives, to which he replied,
<quote>
I can give you assurances … [t]here is absolutely no targeting
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on April 26, 2012, Lois Lerner informed the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
of the House of Representatives that information requests
were done in
<quote>
the ordinary course of the application process
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas prior to the November 2012 election, the IRS provided 31 applications for tax-exempt status
to the investigative website ProPublica, all of which were from
conservative groups and 9 of which had not yet been approved by the
IRS, in spite of a prohibition under Federal law against public disclosure
of application materials
until after the application has been approved;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the IRS determined, by way of informal, internal review, that 75 percent of the
applications for designation as an organization described in section
501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that were set aside for
further review were filed by
conservative-oriented
organizations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on January 24, 2013, Lois Lerner wrote, in an e-mail to colleagues, regarding Organizing
for Action, a
tax-exempt organization formed as an offshoot of the election campaign of
President Barack Obama:
<quote>
Maybe I can get the DC office job!
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 8, 2013, Richard Pilger, Director of the Election Crimes Branch of the Public
Integrity Section of the Department of
Justice, spoke to Lois Lerner about
potential prosecution for false statements about political campaign
intervention made by tax-exempt applicants;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 10, 2013, in response to a pre-arranged question, Lois Lerner apologized for the
targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS during a speech
at an
event organized by the American Bar Association;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, of the 298
applications delayed and set
aside for additional scrutiny by the IRS, 83 percent were from
right-leaning
organizations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, as of the
May 10,
2013, apology from Lois Lerner, only 45 percent of the right-leaning
groups set aside for
extra scrutiny had been approved, while 70 percent of left-leaning groups
and 100 percent of the groups with
<quote>
progressive
</quote>
names had been approved;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, of the
groups that were
inappropriately subject to demands to divulge confidential donors, 89
percent were right-leaning;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 15, 2013, Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. testified before the Committee on
the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that the
Department of Justice would conduct a
<quote>
dispassionate
</quote>
investigation into
the IRS matter, and
<quote>
[t]his will not be about parties … this will not
be about ideological persuasions … anybody who has broken the law will
be held accountable
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 15, 2013, President Barack Obama called the targeting of conservative tax-exempt
applicants by the IRS
<quote>
inexcusable
</quote>
and
promised that he would
<quote>
not tolerate this kind of behavior in any agency,
but especially in the IRS, given the power that it has and the reach that
it has into all of our lives
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Barbara Bosserman, a trial attorney at the Department of Justice who in the past several
years has contributed nearly $7,000 to the Democratic National Committee
and political campaigns of President Obama, is playing a leading
role in the investigation by the Department of Justice;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Public Integrity Section of the Department of Justice communicated with the IRS about
the potential prosecution of
tax-exempt applicants;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 5, 2013, President Obama declared in a national television interview
that the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS was
caused
by a
<quote>
bureaucratic
</quote>
<quote>
list
</quote>
by employees in
<quote>
an office in Cincinnati
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on April 9, 2014, the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives referred
Lois Lerner to the
Department of Justice for criminal prosecution;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner used
her position to
improperly influence agency action against conservative tax-exempt
organizations, denying these groups due process and equal protection
rights as guaranteed by the United States Constitution, in apparent
violation of
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/18/242">
section 242
</external-xref>
of title 18, United States Code;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner
targeted Crossroads
Grassroots Policy Strategies while ignoring similar liberal-leaning
tax-exempt applicants;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner
impeded official
investigations by knowingly providing misleading statements to TIGTA, in
apparent violation
of
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/18/1001">
section 1001
</external-xref>
of title 18, United States Code;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner may
have disclosed
confidential taxpayer information, in apparent violation of section 6103
of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas former Department of Justice officials have testified before a subcommittee of the
Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of
Representatives that the circumstances of the
investigation by the administration of the targeting of conservative
tax-exempt applicants by the IRS warrant the appointment of a special
counsel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Department of Justice regulations counsel attorneys to avoid the
<quote>
appearance of a conflict
of interest likely to affect the public perception of the integrity of the
investigation or prosecution
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on January 13, 2014, unnamed officials in the Department of Justice leaked to the media
that no criminal charges would be appropriate for IRS officials who
engaged in the targeting activity, which undermined the integrity of the
investigation by the Department of Justice;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on January 29, 2014, Attorney General Holder told the Senate Committee on the Judiciary,
<quote>
I don’t think that there is a basis for us to conclude on the information as it presently exists
that there is any reason for the appointment of the independent counsel …
. The notion that somehow this has caused a loss of faith in this Justice
Department is inconsistent
with the facts
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on February 2, 2014, President Obama stated publicly that there was
<quote>
not even a
smidgen of corruption
</quote>
in connection with the IRS targeting activity;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on April 16, 2014, e-mails between the Department of Justice and
the
IRS were released showing that the Department of Justice considered
prosecuting conservative nonprofit groups for engaging in political
activity that is legal under Federal law, which damaged the integrity of
the Department of Justice and undermined its investigation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 8, 2014, the IRS agreed to provide all of Lois Lerner’s e-mails to investigators of
the Committee on Ways and Means of the
House of Representatives;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 14, 2014, e-mails obtained through a request under section
552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the
<quote>
Freedom of Information Act
</quote>
) by the
nonprofit group Judicial Watch indicate that the Washington office of the
IRS was examining applications for tax-exempt status by
Tea
Party organizations, which is contrary to claims that the cases were being
handled by lower-level workers
in Cincinnati;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 11, 2014, James Comey, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI),
testified to
the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that
FBI investigators did not examine the IRS database with taxpayer
information, which
included private taxpayer information that is prohibited from being shared
without an order from a judge, and only looked at the table of contents;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 13, 2014, IRS Office of Legislative Affairs Director Leonard Ourlser informed the
Committee on Finance of the Senate that the IRS
could not produce e-mails from January 2009 through
April
2011 from Lois Lerner
due to a computer crash;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 17, 2014, the IRS stated that it could not produce e-mails
from 6 other IRS
employees;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 23, 2014, it was reported that Commissioner of Internal Revenue John Koskinen has
contributed
approximately $100,000 to Democratic candidates and organizations,
including $7,300 to President Obama;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 24, 2014, it was reported that the IRS agreed to pay $50,000 in damages to one of
the conservative groups, the National Organization for Marriage, as a
result of the unlawful release of confidential information to a political
rival of that group;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 25, 2014, according to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of
Representatives, Lois Lerner sought to have Senator Chuck Grassley, a
sitting United States Senator and ranking Republican member of the
Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, referred for IRS examination;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas
<external-xref legal-doc="regulation" parsable-cite="cfr/28/600.1">
section 600.1
</external-xref>
of title 28, Code of Federal Regulations, promulgated under section 515 of
title 28, United States Code, requires the Attorney
General to appoint a special counsel or prosecutor when it is determined that—
</text>
<paragraph id="id9E1098079BC04E3EA747E9B0ED9A16E3">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
a criminal investigation of a person or matter
is warranted;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id7BA0C30C3AA44F3DAC9870806856EBFA">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
investigation or prosecution of that person
or matter by a United States Attorney’s Office or litigating
Division of the Department of Justice would
present a conflict of interest for the Department or other
extraordinary circumstances; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idFF25FED9E8964B3EB1BB3BAE1E1ADD2E">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
under the circumstances, it would be in the
public interest to appoint an outside special counsel or prosecutor to
assume responsibility for the matter: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That it is the sense of the Senate that—
</text>
<paragraph id="ida7176d44c2214cd186a5a2381d4b12c8">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the statements and actions of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Department of Justice, and
the administration of President Barack Obama in
connection with the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the
IRS have served to undermine the investigation by
the Department of
Justice;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id74DC1BF96A474FB9AFD79F9400C2AEAE">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the efforts of the administration to undermine the investigation by the Department of Justice, and
the appointment of Barbara Bosserman, who has donated almost $7,000 to
President Obama and the Democratic National Committee, to a lead
investigative role, have created a conflict of interest that warrants
removal of the investigation from the normal processes of the Department
of Justice;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idb409ca5a36de4fdd9747744f568a2f4b">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
further investigation of the matter is warranted due to the apparent criminal activity by Lois
Lerner, former Director of the Exempt Organizations Division within the
Tax-Exempt and Government Entities
Division of the IRS, and the ongoing disclosure of internal communications
showing
potentially unlawful conduct by executive branch personnel;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id8b1b078f8be14a92a0894858acb8a2b3">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
appointment of a special counsel or prosecutor would be in the public
interest, given the conflict of interest for the Department of Justice and
the strong public interest in ensuring that public officials who
inappropriately target
individuals for exercising their right to free expression are
held
accountable; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id0a0dbc511a5641c98e652234ff452a25">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. should appoint a special counsel or prosecutor, with
meaningful
independence, to
investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit advocacy groups by the
IRS.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 487 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Cruz submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. should appoint a special counsel or prosecutor to investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit groups by the Internal Revenue Service.
Whereas, in February 2010, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) began targeting conservative nonprofit groups for extra scrutiny in connection with applications for tax-exempt status; Whereas, on May 14, 2013, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) issued an audit report entitled, Inappropriate Criteria Were Used to Identify Tax-Exempt Applications for Review ; Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that from 2010 until 2012, the IRS systematically subjected tax-exempt applicants to extra scrutiny based on inappropriate criteria, including use of the phrases Tea Party , Patriots , and 9/12 ; Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that the groups selected for extra scrutiny based on inappropriate criteria were subjected without cause to delays lasting years; Whereas the TIGTA audit report found that the groups selected for extra scrutiny based on inappropriate criteria were subjected to unreasonable and burdensome information requests, including requests for information about donors and political beliefs; Whereas the Exempt Organizations Division within the Tax-Exempt and Government Entities Division of the IRS has jurisdiction over the processing and determination of tax-exempt applications; Whereas, on September 15, 2010, Lois G. Lerner, former Director of the Exempt Organizations Division, initiated a project to examine political activity of organizations described in section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, writing to her colleagues, [w]e need to be cautious so it isn't a per se political project ; Whereas, on February 1, 2011, Lois Lerner wrote that the Tea Party matter [was] very dangerous and [t]his could be the vehicle to go to court on the issue of whether Citizen's [sic] United overturning the ban on corporate spending applies to tax exempt rules ; Whereas Lois Lerner ordered the Tea Party tax-exempt applications to proceed through a multi-tier review involving her senior technical advisor and the IRS Office of Chief Counsel; Whereas Carter Hull, an IRS lawyer and a 48-year veteran of the United States Government, testified that the multi-tier review was unprecedented in his experience; Whereas, on June 1, 2011, Holly Paz, Director of Rulings and Agreements within the Exempt Organizations Division, requested the tax-exempt application filed by Crossroads Grassroots Policy Strategies for review by Lois Lerner's senior technical advisor; Whereas, on March 22, 2012, Commissioner of Internal Revenue Douglas Shulman was specifically asked about the targeting of Tea Party groups applying for tax-exempt status during a hearing before the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives, to which he replied, I can give you assurances … [t]here is absolutely no targeting ; Whereas, on April 26, 2012, Lois Lerner informed the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives that information requests were done in the ordinary course of the application process ; Whereas prior to the November 2012 election, the IRS provided 31 applications for tax-exempt status to the investigative website ProPublica, all of which were from conservative groups and 9 of which had not yet been approved by the IRS, in spite of a prohibition under Federal law against public disclosure of application materials until after the application has been approved; Whereas the IRS determined, by way of informal, internal review, that 75 percent of the applications for designation as an organization described in section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that were set aside for further review were filed by conservative-oriented organizations; Whereas, on January 24, 2013, Lois Lerner wrote, in an e-mail to colleagues, regarding Organizing for Action, a tax-exempt organization formed as an offshoot of the election campaign of President Barack Obama: Maybe I can get the DC office job! ; Whereas, on May 8, 2013, Richard Pilger, Director of the Election Crimes Branch of the Public Integrity Section of the Department of Justice, spoke to Lois Lerner about potential prosecution for false statements about political campaign intervention made by tax-exempt applicants; Whereas, on May 10, 2013, in response to a pre-arranged question, Lois Lerner apologized for the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS during a speech at an event organized by the American Bar Association; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, of the 298 applications delayed and set aside for additional scrutiny by the IRS, 83 percent were from right-leaning organizations; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, as of the May 10, 2013, apology from Lois Lerner, only 45 percent of the right-leaning groups set aside for extra scrutiny had been approved, while 70 percent of left-leaning groups and 100 percent of the groups with progressive names had been approved; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives determined that, of the groups that were inappropriately subject to demands to divulge confidential donors, 89 percent were right-leaning; Whereas, on May 15, 2013, Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. testified before the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that the Department of Justice would conduct a dispassionate investigation into the IRS matter, and [t]his will not be about parties … this will not be about ideological persuasions … anybody who has broken the law will be held accountable ; Whereas, on May 15, 2013, President Barack Obama called the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS inexcusable and promised that he would not tolerate this kind of behavior in any agency, but especially in the IRS, given the power that it has and the reach that it has into all of our lives ; Whereas Barbara Bosserman, a trial attorney at the Department of Justice who in the past several years has contributed nearly $7,000 to the Democratic National Committee and political campaigns of President Obama, is playing a leading role in the investigation by the Department of Justice; Whereas the Public Integrity Section of the Department of Justice communicated with the IRS about the potential prosecution of tax-exempt applicants; Whereas, on December 5, 2013, President Obama declared in a national television interview that the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS was caused by a bureaucratic list by employees in an office in Cincinnati ; Whereas, on April 9, 2014, the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives referred Lois Lerner to the Department of Justice for criminal prosecution; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner used her position to improperly influence agency action against conservative tax-exempt organizations, denying these groups due process and equal protection rights as guaranteed by the United States Constitution, in apparent violation of section 242 of title 18, United States Code; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner targeted Crossroads Grassroots Policy Strategies while ignoring similar liberal-leaning tax-exempt applicants; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner impeded official investigations by knowingly providing misleading statements to TIGTA, in apparent violation of section 1001 of title 18, United States Code; Whereas the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives found that Lois Lerner may have disclosed confidential taxpayer information, in apparent violation of section 6103 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986; Whereas former Department of Justice officials have testified before a subcommittee of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform of the House of Representatives that the circumstances of the investigation by the administration of the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS warrant the appointment of a special counsel; Whereas Department of Justice regulations counsel attorneys to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest likely to affect the public perception of the integrity of the investigation or prosecution ; Whereas, on January 13, 2014, unnamed officials in the Department of Justice leaked to the media that no criminal charges would be appropriate for IRS officials who engaged in the targeting activity, which undermined the integrity of the investigation by the Department of Justice; Whereas, on January 29, 2014, Attorney General Holder told the Senate Committee on the Judiciary, I don’t think that there is a basis for us to conclude on the information as it presently exists that there is any reason for the appointment of the independent counsel … . The notion that somehow this has caused a loss of faith in this Justice Department is inconsistent with the facts ; Whereas, on February 2, 2014, President Obama stated publicly that there was not even a smidgen of corruption in connection with the IRS targeting activity; Whereas, on April 16, 2014, e-mails between the Department of Justice and the IRS were released showing that the Department of Justice considered prosecuting conservative nonprofit groups for engaging in political activity that is legal under Federal law, which damaged the integrity of the Department of Justice and undermined its investigation; Whereas, on May 8, 2014, the IRS agreed to provide all of Lois Lerner’s e-mails to investigators of the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives; Whereas, on May 14, 2014, e-mails obtained through a request under section 552 of title 5, United States Code (commonly known as the Freedom of Information Act ) by the nonprofit group Judicial Watch indicate that the Washington office of the IRS was examining applications for tax-exempt status by Tea Party organizations, which is contrary to claims that the cases were being handled by lower-level workers in Cincinnati; Whereas, on June 11, 2014, James Comey, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), testified to the Committee on the Judiciary of the House of Representatives that FBI investigators did not examine the IRS database with taxpayer information, which included private taxpayer information that is prohibited from being shared without an order from a judge, and only looked at the table of contents; Whereas, on June 13, 2014, IRS Office of Legislative Affairs Director Leonard Ourlser informed the Committee on Finance of the Senate that the IRS could not produce e-mails from January 2009 through April 2011 from Lois Lerner due to a computer crash; Whereas, on June 17, 2014, the IRS stated that it could not produce e-mails from 6 other IRS employees; Whereas, on June 23, 2014, it was reported that Commissioner of Internal Revenue John Koskinen has contributed approximately $100,000 to Democratic candidates and organizations, including $7,300 to President Obama; Whereas, on June 24, 2014, it was reported that the IRS agreed to pay $50,000 in damages to one of the conservative groups, the National Organization for Marriage, as a result of the unlawful release of confidential information to a political rival of that group; Whereas, on June 25, 2014, according to the Committee on Ways and Means of the House of Representatives, Lois Lerner sought to have Senator Chuck Grassley, a sitting United States Senator and ranking Republican member of the Committee on the Judiciary of the Senate, referred for IRS examination; and Whereas section 600.1 of title 28, Code of Federal Regulations, promulgated under section 515 of title 28, United States Code, requires the Attorney General to appoint a special counsel or prosecutor when it is determined that— (1) a criminal investigation of a person or matter is warranted; (2) investigation or prosecution of that person or matter by a United States Attorney’s Office or litigating Division of the Department of Justice would present a conflict of interest for the Department or other extraordinary circumstances; and (3) under the circumstances, it would be in the public interest to appoint an outside special counsel or prosecutor to assume responsibility for the matter: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the statements and actions of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Department of Justice, and the administration of President Barack Obama in connection with the targeting of conservative tax-exempt applicants by the IRS have served to undermine the investigation by the Department of Justice; (2) the efforts of the administration to undermine the investigation by the Department of Justice, and the appointment of Barbara Bosserman, who has donated almost $7,000 to President Obama and the Democratic National Committee, to a lead investigative role, have created a conflict of interest that warrants removal of the investigation from the normal processes of the Department of Justice; (3) further investigation of the matter is warranted due to the apparent criminal activity by Lois Lerner, former Director of the Exempt Organizations Division within the Tax-Exempt and Government Entities Division of the IRS, and the ongoing disclosure of internal communications showing potentially unlawful conduct by executive branch personnel; (4) appointment of a special counsel or prosecutor would be in the public interest, given the conflict of interest for the Department of Justice and the strong public interest in ensuring that public officials who inappropriately target individuals for exercising their right to free expression are held accountable; and (5) Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. should appoint a special counsel or prosecutor, with meaningful independence, to investigate the targeting of conservative nonprofit advocacy groups by the IRS. |
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Mr. Tester
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Mr. Walsh
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Whereas the cowboy spirit exemplifies strength of character, sound family values, and good common
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Whereas the cowboy archetype transcends ethnicity, gender, geographic boundaries, and political
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Whereas the cowboy, who lives off the land and works to protect and enhance the environment, is an
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Whereas cowboy traditions have been a part of American culture for generations;
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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;
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Whereas millions of fans watch professional and working ranch rodeo events annually, making rodeo
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Whereas membership and participation in rodeo and other organizations that promote and encompass
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Whereas the cowboy is a central figure in literature, film, and music and occupies a central place
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Whereas the cowboy is an American icon; and
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Whereas the ongoing contributions made by cowboys and cowgirls to their communities should be
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 488 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Enzi (for himself, Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Risch , Mr. Tester , and Mr. Walsh ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 17, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 26, 2014, 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 26, 2014, 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. |
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Mr. Risch
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,
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Mr. Tester
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 488 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Enzi (for himself, Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Risch , Mr. Tester , and Mr. Walsh ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating July 26, 2014, 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 26, 2014, 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. |
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Whereas health conditions that cause growth failure may affect the overall health of a child;
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Whereas short stature may be a symptom of a serious underlying health condition;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children with growth failure are often undiagnosed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the MAGIC Foundation for children’s growth, 48 percent of children in the
United States who were evaluated for the 2 most common causes of growth
failure were undiagnosed with growth failure;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the longer a child with growth failure goes undiagnosed, the greater the potential for
damage and higher costs of care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas early detection and a diagnosis of growth failure are crucial to ensure a healthy future
for a child with growth failure;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas raising public awareness of, and educating the public about, growth failure is a vital
public service;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas support for identification of growth failure will allow for early detection;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the MAGIC Foundation for children's growth has designated the third week of September as
<quote>
Growth Awareness Week
</quote>
: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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<enum>
(1)
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designates the third week of September 2014 as
<quote>
Growth Awareness Week
</quote>
; and
</text>
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(2)
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supports the goals and ideals of
<quote>
Growth Awareness Week
</quote>
.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 489 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Kirk (for himself and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 23, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week .
Whereas, according to the Pictures of Standard Syndromes and Undiagnosed Malformations database (commonly known as the POSSUM database), more than 600 serious diseases and health conditions cause growth failure; Whereas health conditions that cause growth failure may affect the overall health of a child; Whereas short stature may be a symptom of a serious underlying health condition; Whereas children with growth failure are often undiagnosed; Whereas, according to the MAGIC Foundation for children’s growth, 48 percent of children in the United States who were evaluated for the 2 most common causes of growth failure were undiagnosed with growth failure; Whereas the longer a child with growth failure goes undiagnosed, the greater the potential for damage and higher costs of care; Whereas early detection and a diagnosis of growth failure are crucial to ensure a healthy future for a child with growth failure; Whereas raising public awareness of, and educating the public about, growth failure is a vital public service; Whereas support for identification of growth failure will allow for early detection; and Whereas the MAGIC Foundation for children's growth has designated the third week of September as Growth Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the third week of September 2014 as Growth Awareness Week ; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week . |
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Supporting the goals and ideals of
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Whereas, according to the Pictures of Standard Syndromes and Undiagnosed Malformations database
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</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas health conditions that cause growth failure may affect the overall health of a child;
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<whereas>
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Whereas short stature may be a symptom of a serious underlying health condition;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas children with growth failure are often undiagnosed;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the MAGIC Foundation for children’s growth, 48 percent of children in the
United States who were evaluated for the 2 most common causes of growth
failure were undiagnosed with growth failure;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the longer a child with growth failure goes undiagnosed, the greater the potential for
damage and higher costs of care;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas early detection and a diagnosis of growth failure are crucial to ensure a healthy future
for a child with growth failure;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas raising public awareness of, and educating the public about, growth failure is a vital
public service;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas providing resources for identification of growth failure will allow for early detection;
and
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the MAGIC Foundation for children's growth has designated the third week of September as
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Growth Awareness Week
</quote>
: Now, therefore, be it
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designates the third week of September 2014 as
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Growth Awareness Week
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; and
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supports the goals and ideals of
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Growth Awareness Week
</quote>
.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 489 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Kirk submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week .
Whereas, according to the Pictures of Standard Syndromes and Undiagnosed Malformations database (commonly known as the POSSUM database), more than 600 serious diseases and health conditions cause growth failure; Whereas health conditions that cause growth failure may affect the overall health of a child; Whereas short stature may be a symptom of a serious underlying health condition; Whereas children with growth failure are often undiagnosed; Whereas, according to the MAGIC Foundation for children’s growth, 48 percent of children in the United States who were evaluated for the 2 most common causes of growth failure were undiagnosed with growth failure; Whereas the longer a child with growth failure goes undiagnosed, the greater the potential for damage and higher costs of care; Whereas early detection and a diagnosis of growth failure are crucial to ensure a healthy future for a child with growth failure; Whereas raising public awareness of, and educating the public about, growth failure is a vital public service; Whereas providing resources for identification of growth failure will allow for early detection; and Whereas the MAGIC Foundation for children's growth has designated the third week of September as Growth Awareness Week : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the third week of September 2014 as Growth Awareness Week ; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of Growth Awareness Week . |
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S. RES. 490
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 26, 2014
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Mr. Coons
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Mr. Booker
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,
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Mr. Carper
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, and
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Mr. Menendez
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Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry.
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Whereas, on September 20, 1962, the 87
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Congress granted consent to the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey to enter into a
compact to establish the Delaware River and Bay Authority (referred to in
this preamble as the
<quote>
DRBA
</quote>
) for the development of the area in both States bordering the Delaware River and Bay;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the pressures of increasing amounts of traffic, a growing population, and greater
industrialization indicated the need for closer cooperation between the 2
States in order to advance their economic development and to improve
crossings and transportation between the 2 States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Delaware River and Bay Authority was organized on February 6, 1963, to construct and
operate transportation crossings between the 2 States and its first line
of business was to update earlier feasibility studies for a ferry service
connecting southern New Jersey and southern Delaware;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas DRBA Commissioners immediately resolved, in April 1963, to establish the Cape May-Lewes
Ferry at the earliest possible date following the release of the updated
feasibility study;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 1, 1964, the very first vessel departed the Lewes, Delaware terminal at 6:47 a.m.,
carrying 8 vehicles and 15 passengers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has served as a major transportation link in the crowded Northeast
corridor, connecting north-south traffic from Boston and New York City to
Washington, D.C. and Florida;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 85 minute, 17 mile journey across the Delaware Bay offers an efficient way to cut miles
off a road trip;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has evolved over the past 50 years from strictly a mode of
transportation to one that includes tourism and recreational
opportunities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry offers foot passenger shuttle service to destinations in Delaware
and New Jersey for a variety of commercial and recreational activities on
the other side of the Delaware Bay;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas both bird watchers and bicyclists use the Cape May-Lewes Ferry to access the various and
numerous trails on both sides of the Delaware Bay;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminals will host festivals to celebrate the highly anticipated
50
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry on June 28, 2014, in Cape May and June 29, 2014, in Lewes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry employs more than 130 full-time personnel and an additional 330
seasonal workers, adding significantly to the economies on both sides of
the Delaware Bay;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry operates year-round and has carried more than 43 million
passengers and 14 million vehicles since the inception of the Cape
May-Lewes Ferry in 1964;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the DRBA continues to invest its resources to improve the services and infrastructure of
the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, including a renovated ferry fleet and new
passenger terminal facilities; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry remains an important transportation link, as a waterway
continuation of United States Route 9 between the State of Delaware and
the State of New Jersey: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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commemorates the 50
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, connecting the communities of Lewes, Delaware and Cape
May, New Jersey;
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(2)
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celebrates the history of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry as an important transportation and tourism link
between the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey;
</text>
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(3)
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honors the ongoing role that the Cape May-Lewes Ferry plays in bringing people together through
interstate commerce, tourism, and recreation all along the eastern
seaboard; and
</text>
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(4)
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recognizes the positive contributions that the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has on the development and
growth of the Twin Capes region of Cape Henlopen, Delaware and Cape May,
New Jersey.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 490 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Booker , Mr. Carper , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry.
Whereas, on September 20, 1962, the 87 th Congress granted consent to the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey to enter into a compact to establish the Delaware River and Bay Authority (referred to in this preamble as the DRBA ) for the development of the area in both States bordering the Delaware River and Bay; Whereas the pressures of increasing amounts of traffic, a growing population, and greater industrialization indicated the need for closer cooperation between the 2 States in order to advance their economic development and to improve crossings and transportation between the 2 States; Whereas the Delaware River and Bay Authority was organized on February 6, 1963, to construct and operate transportation crossings between the 2 States and its first line of business was to update earlier feasibility studies for a ferry service connecting southern New Jersey and southern Delaware; Whereas DRBA Commissioners immediately resolved, in April 1963, to establish the Cape May-Lewes Ferry at the earliest possible date following the release of the updated feasibility study; Whereas, on July 1, 1964, the very first vessel departed the Lewes, Delaware terminal at 6:47 a.m., carrying 8 vehicles and 15 passengers; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has served as a major transportation link in the crowded Northeast corridor, connecting north-south traffic from Boston and New York City to Washington, D.C. and Florida; Whereas the 85 minute, 17 mile journey across the Delaware Bay offers an efficient way to cut miles off a road trip; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has evolved over the past 50 years from strictly a mode of transportation to one that includes tourism and recreational opportunities; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry offers foot passenger shuttle service to destinations in Delaware and New Jersey for a variety of commercial and recreational activities on the other side of the Delaware Bay; Whereas both bird watchers and bicyclists use the Cape May-Lewes Ferry to access the various and numerous trails on both sides of the Delaware Bay; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry terminals will host festivals to celebrate the highly anticipated 50 th Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry on June 28, 2014, in Cape May and June 29, 2014, in Lewes; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry employs more than 130 full-time personnel and an additional 330 seasonal workers, adding significantly to the economies on both sides of the Delaware Bay; Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry operates year-round and has carried more than 43 million passengers and 14 million vehicles since the inception of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry in 1964; Whereas the DRBA continues to invest its resources to improve the services and infrastructure of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, including a renovated ferry fleet and new passenger terminal facilities; and Whereas the Cape May-Lewes Ferry remains an important transportation link, as a waterway continuation of United States Route 9 between the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 50 th Anniversary of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry, connecting the communities of Lewes, Delaware and Cape May, New Jersey; (2) celebrates the history of the Cape May-Lewes Ferry as an important transportation and tourism link between the State of Delaware and the State of New Jersey; (3) honors the ongoing role that the Cape May-Lewes Ferry plays in bringing people together through interstate commerce, tourism, and recreation all along the eastern seaboard; and (4) recognizes the positive contributions that the Cape May-Lewes Ferry has on the development and growth of the Twin Capes region of Cape Henlopen, Delaware and Cape May, New Jersey. |
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S. RES. 491
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 26, 2014
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Mrs. Boxer
</sponsor>
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Mrs. Feinstein
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Congratulating the Los Angeles Kings on winning the 2014 Stanley Cup Championship.
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Whereas, on June 13, 2014, the Los Angeles Kings (referred to in this preamble as the
<quote>
Kings
</quote>
) defeated the New York Rangers by a score of 3 to 2 in game 5 to win the 2014 Stanley Cup and be
crowned champions of the National Hockey League (referred to in this
preamble as the
<quote>
NHL
</quote>
);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas defenseman Alex Martinez scored the Stanley Cup winning goal 14 minutes and 43 seconds into
double overtime in game 5;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Kings are the first team to win the Stanley Cup twice in 3 seasons since the Detroit
Red Wings consecutively won the Stanley Cup in the 1997 and 1998 seasons;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Kings became the first team in NHL history to win 3 series in the seventh game on the
road during the postseason;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Kings have played 64 playoff games since 2012, the most in a 3 year span in NHL
history;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Kings allowed only 168 goals during the regular 2013-2014 season, the fewest of any NHL
team, thus earning goaltender Jonathan Quick the William M. Jennings
trophy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Kings also survived 7 playoff games in which they could have been eliminated but
instead rallied from 2 goal deficits 4 times, including the first 2 games
of the Stanley Cup Finals against the New York Rangers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all players on the 2013-2014 Kings roster should be congratulated, including Playoff Most
Valuable
Player Justin Williams and Team Captain Dustin Brown, as well as, Jeff
Carter, Kyle Clifford, Drew Doughty, Marian Gaborik, Matt Greene, Martin
Jones, Dwight King, Anze Kopitar, Trevor Lewis, Alec Martinez, Brayden
McNabb, Willie Mitchell, Jake Muzzin, Jordan Nolan, Tanner Pearson,
Jonathan Quick, Robyn Regehr, Mike Richards, Jarret Stoll, Tyler Toffoli,
and Slava Voynov; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Team Owners Philip Anschutz and Edward Roski, General Manager Dean Lombardi, and Head Coach
Darryl Sutter assembled the powerful team that comprises the 2014 Los
Angeles Kings and led the team through a strong season that culminated in
the winning of the Stanley Cup Championship: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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That the Senate—
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
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congratulates the Los Angeles Kings on winning the 2014 Stanley Cup Championship; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id57EA75A8AD874CC69B10CBFDB9466302">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
commends Los Angeles Kings fans in not only California, but all across the United States for
cheering the team to victory.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 491 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself and Mrs. Feinstein ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Los Angeles Kings on winning the 2014 Stanley Cup Championship.
Whereas, on June 13, 2014, the Los Angeles Kings (referred to in this preamble as the Kings ) defeated the New York Rangers by a score of 3 to 2 in game 5 to win the 2014 Stanley Cup and be crowned champions of the National Hockey League (referred to in this preamble as the NHL ); Whereas defenseman Alex Martinez scored the Stanley Cup winning goal 14 minutes and 43 seconds into double overtime in game 5; Whereas the Kings are the first team to win the Stanley Cup twice in 3 seasons since the Detroit Red Wings consecutively won the Stanley Cup in the 1997 and 1998 seasons; Whereas the Kings became the first team in NHL history to win 3 series in the seventh game on the road during the postseason; Whereas the Kings have played 64 playoff games since 2012, the most in a 3 year span in NHL history; Whereas the Kings allowed only 168 goals during the regular 2013-2014 season, the fewest of any NHL team, thus earning goaltender Jonathan Quick the William M. Jennings trophy; Whereas the Kings also survived 7 playoff games in which they could have been eliminated but instead rallied from 2 goal deficits 4 times, including the first 2 games of the Stanley Cup Finals against the New York Rangers; Whereas all players on the 2013-2014 Kings roster should be congratulated, including Playoff Most Valuable Player Justin Williams and Team Captain Dustin Brown, as well as, Jeff Carter, Kyle Clifford, Drew Doughty, Marian Gaborik, Matt Greene, Martin Jones, Dwight King, Anze Kopitar, Trevor Lewis, Alec Martinez, Brayden McNabb, Willie Mitchell, Jake Muzzin, Jordan Nolan, Tanner Pearson, Jonathan Quick, Robyn Regehr, Mike Richards, Jarret Stoll, Tyler Toffoli, and Slava Voynov; and Whereas Team Owners Philip Anschutz and Edward Roski, General Manager Dean Lombardi, and Head Coach Darryl Sutter assembled the powerful team that comprises the 2014 Los Angeles Kings and led the team through a strong season that culminated in the winning of the Stanley Cup Championship: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Los Angeles Kings on winning the 2014 Stanley Cup Championship; and (2) commends Los Angeles Kings fans in not only California, but all across the United States for cheering the team to victory. |
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June 26, 2014
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Ms. Klobuchar
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Whereas, for 40 years,
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Whereas, in 2014,
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A Prairie Home Companion
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<whereas>
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Whereas over 600 radio stations carry
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A Prairie Home Companion
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to 4,000,000 listeners each week;
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<whereas>
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A Prairie Home Companion
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Lake Wobegon Days
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Whereas 12 people were in the audience for the first broadcast of
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A Prairie Home Companion
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on July 6, 1974, at the Janet Wallace Auditorium at Macalester College in Saint Paul, Minnesota;
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Whereas, in 2014,
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A Prairie Home Companion
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is broadcast from the Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul, Minnesota, a historic building that is
over 100 years old and was named after United States citizen and author F.
Scott Fitzgerald;
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<whereas>
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Whereas
<quote>
A Prairie Home Companion
</quote>
has won a Peabody Award;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas
<quote>
A Prairie Home Companion
</quote>
has broadcast from Canada, Ireland, Scotland, England, Germany, Iceland, and nearly every State in
the United States;
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<whereas>
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<quote>
A Prairie Home Companion
</quote>
inspired a movie by the same name, which itself won 4 international awards; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas in Lake Wobegon all the women are strong, all the men are good looking, and all the
children are above average: Now, therefore, be it
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the cast and crew of
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Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media for bringing
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A Prairie Home Companion
</quote>
.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 492 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating A Prairie Home Companion on its 40 years of engaging, humorous, and quality radio programming.
Whereas, for 40 years, A Prairie Home Companion has brought listeners from around the country to the fantastic town of Lake Wobegon, Minnesota; Whereas, in 2014, A Prairie Home Companion is a 2 hour radio variety program performed live that airs on Saturday afternoons ; Whereas over 600 radio stations carry A Prairie Home Companion to 4,000,000 listeners each week; Whereas A Prairie Home Companion was created by and is hosted by a Grammy Award winner who received the award in 1998 for Lake Wobegon Days ; Whereas 12 people were in the audience for the first broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion on July 6, 1974, at the Janet Wallace Auditorium at Macalester College in Saint Paul, Minnesota; Whereas, in 2014, A Prairie Home Companion is broadcast from the Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul, Minnesota, a historic building that is over 100 years old and was named after United States citizen and author F. Scott Fitzgerald; Whereas A Prairie Home Companion has won a Peabody Award; Whereas A Prairie Home Companion has broadcast from Canada, Ireland, Scotland, England, Germany, Iceland, and nearly every State in the United States; Whereas A Prairie Home Companion inspired a movie by the same name, which itself won 4 international awards; and Whereas in Lake Wobegon all the women are strong, all the men are good looking, and all the children are above average: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates— (A) the cast and crew of A Prairie Home Companion for 40 years of engaging, humorous, and quality radio programming; and (B) Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media for bringing A Prairie Home Companion into the homes of millions for 40 years; and (2) directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the creator and host of A Prairie Home Companion . |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 26, 2014
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Mr. Tester
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Mr. Burr
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Mr. Begich
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Designating July 11, 2014, as
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Collector Car Appreciation Day
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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;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
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;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the collection, restoration, and preservation of
automobiles is an activity shared across generations and across all
segments of
society;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
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;
</text>
</whereas>
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Whereas automotive restoration provides well-paying,
high-skilled jobs for people in all 50 States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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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
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designates July
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recognizes that
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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.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 493 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Tester (for himself, Mr. Burr , and Mr. Begich ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 11, 2014, 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 11, 2014, 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. |
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Mr. Alexander
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Ms. Collins
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Mr. Enzi
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,
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Mrs. Feinstein
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Mrs. Fischer
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Mr. Flake
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Mrs. Hagan
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Mr. Harkin
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Mr. Hatch
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Mr. Heinrich
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Ms. Heitkamp
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,
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Mr. Heller
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Ms. Hirono
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mr. Inhofe
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Mr. Isakson
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,
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Mr. Johanns
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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Mr. Kaine
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Mr. King
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Mr. Kirk
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Ms. Landrieu
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Mr. Leahy
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Mr. Lee
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Mr. Levin
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Mrs. McCaskill
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Mr. Menendez
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Mr. Merkley
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Ms. Mikulski
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Mr. Moran
</cosponsor>
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Ms. Murkowski
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Mr. Murphy
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Mrs. Murray
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Paul
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Mr. Portman
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,
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Mr. Pryor
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Risch
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Mr. Roberts
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Mr. Rockefeller
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Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Sanders
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,
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Mr. Schatz
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,
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Mr. Schumer
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Mr. Scott
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,
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Mr. Sessions
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,
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Mrs. Shaheen
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,
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Mr. Shelby
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,
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Ms. Stabenow
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S314">
Mr. Tester
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S299">
Mr. Vitter
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S371">
Mr. Walsh
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S366">
Ms. Warren
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,
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. Wicker
</cosponsor>
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Relative to the death of Howard H. Baker, Jr., former United States Senator for the State of
Tennessee.
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Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was born in Tennessee in 1925, graduated from the University of
Tennessee Law College in 1949, and was admitted to the Tennessee bar after
which he commenced practice in his beloved state;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1943–1946;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was first elected to the United States Senate in 1966 and served
three terms as a Senator from the State of Tennessee;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. served the Senate as the Republican Leader from 1977–1981 and as the
Majority Leader from 1981–1985;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom on March 26, 1984;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas following his service as Senator, Howard H. Baker, Jr. continued to serve his country as
chief of staff to President Ronald Reagan from 1987–1988 and as United
States Ambassador to Japan from 2001–2005;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was known for his commitment to civility in public life, admonishing
his fellow citizens to accord
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a decent respect for differing points of view
</quote>
: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the
Honorable Howard H. Baker, Jr., former member of the United States
Senate.
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That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and
transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased.
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That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory
of the Honorable Howard H. Baker, Jr.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 494 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. McConnell (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Corker , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Booker , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Mr. Casey , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Coons , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Paul , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , 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 Howard H. Baker, Jr., former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was born in Tennessee in 1925, graduated from the University of Tennessee Law College in 1949, and was admitted to the Tennessee bar after which he commenced practice in his beloved state; Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1943–1946; Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was first elected to the United States Senate in 1966 and served three terms as a Senator from the State of Tennessee; Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. served the Senate as the Republican Leader from 1977–1981 and as the Majority Leader from 1981–1985; Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom on March 26, 1984; Whereas following his service as Senator, Howard H. Baker, Jr. continued to serve his country as chief of staff to President Ronald Reagan from 1987–1988 and as United States Ambassador to Japan from 2001–2005; Whereas Howard H. Baker, Jr. was known for his commitment to civility in public life, admonishing his fellow citizens to accord a decent respect for differing points of view : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Howard H. Baker, Jr., former member of the United States Senate. That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable Howard H. Baker, Jr. |
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July 7, 2014
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Whereas 1 in 5 children in the United States struggle with hunger;
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Whereas research has found that more than 30 percent of low-income families do not have
enough food during the summer months;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the summer food service program for children established under section 13 of the Richard B.
Russell National School Lunch Act (
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42 U.S.C. 1761
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low-income children have access to
adequate nutrition when the school year ends;
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Whereas the summer food service program is designed to give hungry children a safe place to
participate in fun,
educational activities and to receive a meal;
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<whereas>
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Whereas thousands of schools and nonprofit organizations across the country serve as summer food
service program
sites;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas summer programs are often under-utilized, as only 1 in 6 eligible children participate
in the summer food service program, due in part to families being unaware
that the
summer food service program exists;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas lack of transportation and other barriers often prevent children from accessing the summer
food service program sites,
especially in rural areas; and
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Whereas almost 1 in 3 low-income children live in communities that are not eligible to
participate in the summer food service program, thus reducing their
ability to participate in the program: Now, therefore, be it
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designates July 2014 as
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encourages members of Congress, schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches,
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encourages members of Congress, schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches,
cities, and State governments to support efforts to increase the
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eligible children who, without the summer food service program for
children established under section 13 of the Richard B. Russell National
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 495 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 7, 2014 Mr. Brown (for himself, Mr. Boozman , Mr. Durbin , and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 2014 as Summer Meals Awareness Month .
Whereas 1 in 5 children in the United States struggle with hunger; Whereas research has found that more than 30 percent of low-income families do not have enough food during the summer months; Whereas the summer food service program for children established under section 13 of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1761 ) exists to ensure that low-income children have access to adequate nutrition when the school year ends; Whereas the summer food service program is designed to give hungry children a safe place to participate in fun, educational activities and to receive a meal; Whereas thousands of schools and nonprofit organizations across the country serve as summer food service program sites; Whereas summer programs are often under-utilized, as only 1 in 6 eligible children participate in the summer food service program, due in part to families being unaware that the summer food service program exists; Whereas lack of transportation and other barriers often prevent children from accessing the summer food service program sites, especially in rural areas; and Whereas almost 1 in 3 low-income children live in communities that are not eligible to participate in the summer food service program, thus reducing their ability to participate in the program: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates July 2014 as Summer Meals Awareness Month ; (2) encourages members of Congress, schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, and State governments to assist in efficient use of summer food service program sites by raising awareness of the location and availability of those sites; (3) encourages members of Congress, schools, local businesses, nonprofit institutions, churches, cities, and State governments to support efforts to increase the participation rate of eligible children who, without the summer food service program for children established under section 13 of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1761 ), may go without meals; and (4) encourages members of Congress to visit a summer food service program site to see the importance of the program firsthand. |
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Ms. Baldwin
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Mr. Barrasso
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Mr. Bennet
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,
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Mr. Blumenthal
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Booker
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,
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Burr
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Ms. Cantwell
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,
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mr. Carper
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Mr. Casey
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Mr. Chambliss
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Mr. Coats
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,
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Mr. Coburn
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Mr. Cochran
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Mr. Corker
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Mr. Crapo
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Mr. Cruz
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Mr. Enzi
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Mrs. Feinstein
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,
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Mrs. Fischer
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,
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Mr. Flake
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,
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Mr. Franken
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,
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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,
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Mr. Graham
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,
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Mr. Grassley
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,
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Mrs. Hagan
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,
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Mr. Harkin
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,
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Mr. Hatch
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S359">
Mr. Heinrich
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,
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,
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Mr. Heller
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S361">
Ms. Hirono
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
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,
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Mr. Inhofe
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,
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Mr. Isakson
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,
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Mr. Johanns
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,
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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,
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Mr. Kaine
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,
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Mr. King
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,
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Ms. Klobuchar
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,
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Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Leahy
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S346">
Mr. Lee
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S338">
Mr. Manchin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S369">
Mr. Markey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
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,
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Mrs. McCaskill
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
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,
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Mr. Merkley
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,
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Ms. Mikulski
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Murkowski
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,
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Mr. Murphy
</cosponsor>
,
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Mrs. Murray
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S282">
Mr. Nelson
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,
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Mr. Paul
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,
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Mr. Portman
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,
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Mr. Pryor
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Mr. Reed
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,
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Mr. Risch
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Mr. Roberts
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,
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Mr. Rockefeller
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S313">
Mr. Sanders
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S353">
Mr. Schatz
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S270">
Mr. Schumer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S365">
Mr. Scott
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Sessions
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S324">
Mrs. Shaheen
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S184">
Mr. Shelby
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S284">
Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S314">
Mr. Tester
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S371">
Mr. Walsh
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S299">
Mr. Vitter
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S366">
Ms. Warren
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S316">
Mr. Whitehouse
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
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, and
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Mr. Wyden
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Relative to the death of the Honorable Alan John Dixon, former United States Senator for the State
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Whereas Alan John Dixon was born in Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois on July 7, 1927, served
in the United States Navy Air Corps in 1945, graduated from the University
of Illinois in 1949, graduated Washington University School of Law located
in St. Louis, Missouri in 1949, passed the Illinois bar in 1949, and then
commenced practice in Belleville;
</text>
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Whereas Senator Dixon married his wife, Joan Louise
<quote>
Jody
</quote>
Fox, in 1954;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Senator Dixon is survived by his wife, Joan; 2 daughters, Stephanie Yearian of Waterloo,
Illinois, and Elizabeth Megaw of Fairfax, Virginia; 1 son, Jeffrey Dixon
of Chicago, Illinois; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas Senator Dixon was elected Belleville, Illinois, Police Magistrate in 1949;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Senator Dixon served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1951–1963, in the
Illinois Senate from 1963–1971, and as Minority Whip of the Illinois
Senate from 1964–1971;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Senator Dixon served as Illinois Treasurer from 1971–1977 and Illinois Secretary of State
from 1977–1981;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Senator Dixon was first elected to the United States Senate in 1980 and served until 1993;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Senator Dixon continued to serve his country as chair of the Defense Base Closure and
Realignment Commission from 1994–1995;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Senator Dixon served the State of Illinois for 42 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Senator Dixon was the first statewide Democrat in Illinois to make full disclosure of his
net financial worth and began the tradition in Washington of bipartisan
Illinois Congressional lunches; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas his impeccable honesty, willingness to reach across the aisle and across Illinois, and
leadership in the State earned him the nickname
<quote>
Al the Pal
</quote>
: Now, therefore, be it
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the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the
Honorable Alan John Dixon, former member of the United States Senate;
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the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and
transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased; and
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when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of
the Alan John Dixon.
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 496 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 7, 2014 Mr. Durbin (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Reid , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Booker , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Mr. Casey , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Coons , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Paul , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Wicker , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Relative to the death of the Honorable Alan John Dixon, former United States Senator for the State of Illinois.
Whereas Alan John Dixon was born in Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois on July 7, 1927, served in the United States Navy Air Corps in 1945, graduated from the University of Illinois in 1949, graduated Washington University School of Law located in St. Louis, Missouri in 1949, passed the Illinois bar in 1949, and then commenced practice in Belleville; Whereas Senator Dixon married his wife, Joan Louise Jody Fox, in 1954; Whereas Senator Dixon is survived by his wife, Joan; 2 daughters, Stephanie Yearian of Waterloo, Illinois, and Elizabeth Megaw of Fairfax, Virginia; 1 son, Jeffrey Dixon of Chicago, Illinois; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren; Whereas Senator Dixon was elected Belleville, Illinois, Police Magistrate in 1949; Whereas Senator Dixon served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1951–1963, in the Illinois Senate from 1963–1971, and as Minority Whip of the Illinois Senate from 1964–1971; Whereas Senator Dixon served as Illinois Treasurer from 1971–1977 and Illinois Secretary of State from 1977–1981; Whereas Senator Dixon was first elected to the United States Senate in 1980 and served until 1993; Whereas Senator Dixon continued to serve his country as chair of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission from 1994–1995; Whereas Senator Dixon served the State of Illinois for 42 years; Whereas Senator Dixon was the first statewide Democrat in Illinois to make full disclosure of his net financial worth and began the tradition in Washington of bipartisan Illinois Congressional lunches; and Whereas his impeccable honesty, willingness to reach across the aisle and across Illinois, and leadership in the State earned him the nickname Al the Pal : Now, therefore, be it
That— (1) the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Alan John Dixon, former member of the United States Senate; (2) the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased; and (3) when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Alan John Dixon. |
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Whereas Chuck Noll was born on January 5, 1932, in Cleveland, Ohio;
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Whereas Chuck Noll excelled at multiple positions on the football field during a preparatory
career at
Benedictine High School in Cleveland, Ohio and during a college career at
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Whereas, after being drafted in the 20
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Whereas, after his playing career ended, Chuck Noll joined coaching staffs headed by 2 future
Hall-of-Famers, including Sid Gillman of the San Diego Chargers;
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Whereas, after serving as an assistant coach for nearly a decade, Chuck Noll was selected by the
Rooney family to serve as 14
<superscript>
th
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head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers football team on January 27, 1969;
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Whereas the current owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers is quoted as saying
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hiring Chuck Noll was the best decision we ever made for the Steelers
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;
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Whereas, in 1972, in Chuck Noll’s fourth season as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the
Pittsburgh Steelers won 11 games and made the
playoffs for the first time since 1947;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, on January 12, 1975, the Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty was born when Chuck Noll led the
Pittsburgh Steelers to a victory over the Minnesota Vikings to win Super
Bowl IX—the first of the Pittsburgh Steelers' now 6 Super Bowl titles;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas, over the 5 football seasons after winning Super Bowl IX, Chuck Noll’s Pittsburgh Steelers
went on to capture an
additional 3 Super Bowl titles—Super Bowl X and XIII, both by defeating
the
Dallas Cowboys, and Super Bowl XIV, by defeating the Los Angeles Rams;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Chuck Noll is best known for masterminding the
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Steel Curtain
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, one of the most stout and prolific defensive units in National Football League history;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas both Chuck Noll’s ability to identify talent and his hands-on coaching technique led to
Hall of Fame careers for more than 10 of Chuck Noll's players;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas, following 23 football seasons and 193 football game wins, including a record 4 Super Bowl
titles as a head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chuck Noll was
enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio as part of the
Class of 1993; and
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 13, 2014, Chuck Noll passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in
Sewickley, Pennsylvania at the age of 82: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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recognizes the life and career of Chuck Noll and his contributions to the city of Pittsburgh,
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expresses its sympathies to Chuck Noll's family and friends, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Steelers
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 497 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 9, 2014 Mr. Toomey (for himself and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the life and career of Charles Chuck Noll.
Whereas Chuck Noll was born on January 5, 1932, in Cleveland, Ohio; Whereas Chuck Noll excelled at multiple positions on the football field during a preparatory career at Benedictine High School in Cleveland, Ohio and during a college career at the University of Dayton; Whereas, after being drafted in the 20 th round of the 1953 National Football League Draft by his hometown team, the Cleveland Browns, Chuck Noll enjoyed a 7-year career as a linebacker and offensive lineman; Whereas, after his playing career ended, Chuck Noll joined coaching staffs headed by 2 future Hall-of-Famers, including Sid Gillman of the San Diego Chargers; Whereas, after serving as an assistant coach for nearly a decade, Chuck Noll was selected by the Rooney family to serve as 14 th head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers football team on January 27, 1969; Whereas the current owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers is quoted as saying hiring Chuck Noll was the best decision we ever made for the Steelers ; Whereas, in 1972, in Chuck Noll’s fourth season as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Pittsburgh Steelers won 11 games and made the playoffs for the first time since 1947; Whereas, on January 12, 1975, the Pittsburgh Steelers dynasty was born when Chuck Noll led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a victory over the Minnesota Vikings to win Super Bowl IX—the first of the Pittsburgh Steelers' now 6 Super Bowl titles; Whereas, over the 5 football seasons after winning Super Bowl IX, Chuck Noll’s Pittsburgh Steelers went on to capture an additional 3 Super Bowl titles—Super Bowl X and XIII, both by defeating the Dallas Cowboys, and Super Bowl XIV, by defeating the Los Angeles Rams; Whereas Chuck Noll is best known for masterminding the Steel Curtain , one of the most stout and prolific defensive units in National Football League history; Whereas both Chuck Noll’s ability to identify talent and his hands-on coaching technique led to Hall of Fame careers for more than 10 of Chuck Noll's players; Whereas, following 23 football seasons and 193 football game wins, including a record 4 Super Bowl titles as a head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Chuck Noll was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio as part of the Class of 1993; and Whereas, on June 13, 2014, Chuck Noll passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in Sewickley, Pennsylvania at the age of 82: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the life and career of Chuck Noll and his contributions to the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and the National Football League; and (2) expresses its sympathies to Chuck Noll's family and friends, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Steelers fans, and football fans all around the world. |
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,
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Mr. Alexander
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
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,
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,
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,
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,
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Ms. Collins
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,
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,
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Scott
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,
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</cosponsor>
,
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,
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,
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,
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,
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,
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,
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</cosponsor>
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</cosponsor>
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</cosponsor>
,
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</cosponsor>
,
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</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S295">
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</cosponsor>
,
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</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
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Mr. Flake
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,
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Mr. Levin
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,
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
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,
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Mr. Portman
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Whitehouse
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S370">
Mr. Booker
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,
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Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
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</cosponsor>
,
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Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
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,
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Mr. Enzi
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S305">
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Mr. Reed
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<official-title display="yes">
Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it
defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist
organization.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the
destruction of the State of Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United
Nations, the United States, the European Union, and Russia)—recognize
Israel’s right to exist,
renounce violence, and accept previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide
bombings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired
thousands of rockets at Israel;
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Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired nearly 300 rockets at Israel;
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Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range;
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Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 498 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Menendez , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Schumer , Mr. McCain , Mr. Corker , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Moran , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Heller , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Fischer , Ms. Collins , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Paul , Mr. Blumenthal , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Franken , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Thune , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Scott , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Casey , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Coats , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Tester , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Lee , Mr. Begich , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Coons , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Burr , Mr. Markey , Ms. Mikulski , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Warner , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Flake , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Cornyn , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Heitkamp , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Levin , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Portman , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Booker , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Brown , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Manchin , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Wyden , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Reed , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 16, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment July 17, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.
Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the destruction of the State of Israel; Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United Nations, the United States, the European Union, and Russia)—recognize Israel’s right to exist, renounce violence, and accept previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements; Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide bombings; Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired thousands of rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas has entered into a unity governing arrangement with Fatah and the Palestinian Authority; Whereas the unity governing agreement implies Fatah's and the Palestinian Authority's support for Hamas’ belligerent actions against Israel, potentially contributing to a false perception of legitimacy for Hamas' belligerent actions; Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired nearly 300 rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range; Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel; (2) condemns the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel; (3) calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel; and (4) calls on Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel. |
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Mr. Graham
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Mr. Menendez
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Schumer
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Mr. McCain
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Mr. Corker
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Blunt
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
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<cosponsor name-id="S352">
Mr. Heller
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Mr. Inhofe
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Mrs. Fischer
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Ms. Collins
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Mr. Cruz
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Mr. Vitter
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Mr. Paul
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Mr. Blumenthal
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Thune
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Mr. Grassley
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Mr. Hatch
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<cosponsor name-id="S364">
Mr. Murphy
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Mr. Scott
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Mr. Cardin
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Mr. Wicker
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Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the
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Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United
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Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide
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Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired
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<whereas>
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Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range;
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Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 498 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Menendez , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Schumer , Mr. McCain , Mr. Corker , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Moran , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Heller , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Fischer , Ms. Collins , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Paul , Mr. Blumenthal , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Franken , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Thune , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Scott , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Casey , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Coats , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Tester , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Lee , and Mr. Begich ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.
Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the destruction of the State of Israel; Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United Nations, the United States, the European Union, and Russia)—recognize Israel’s right to exist, renounce violence, and accept previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements; Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide bombings; Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired thousands of rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas has entered into a unity governing arrangement with Fatah and the Palestinian Authority; Whereas the unity governing agreement implies Fatah's and the Palestinian Authority's support for Hamas’ belligerent actions against Israel, potentially contributing to a false perception of legitimacy for Hamas' belligerent actions; Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired nearly 300 rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range; Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel; (2) condemns the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel; (3) calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel; and (4) calls on Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel. |
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Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it
defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist
organization.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the
destruction of the State of Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United
Nations, the United States, the European Union, and Russia)—recognize
Israel’s right to exist,
renounce violence, and accept previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide
bombings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired
thousands of rockets at Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas has entered into a unity governing arrangement with Fatah and the Palestinian
Authority;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the unity governing agreement implies Fatah's and the Palestinian Authority's support for
Hamas’ belligerent actions against Israel, potentially contributing to a
false perception of legitimacy for Hamas' belligerent actions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired nearly 300 rockets at Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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(1)
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reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the
State of Israel;
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condemns the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel;
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<enum>
(3)
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calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel; and
</text>
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(4)
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<text>
calls on Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement
with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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<action-date>
July 16, 2014
</action-date>
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Reported without amendment
</action-desc>
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| III Calendar No. 469 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 498 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Menendez , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Schumer , Mr. McCain , Mr. Corker , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Moran , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Heller , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Fischer , Ms. Collins , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Paul , Mr. Blumenthal , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Franken , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Thune , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Scott , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Casey , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Coats , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Tester , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Lee , Mr. Begich , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Coons , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Burr , Mr. Markey , Ms. Mikulski , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Warner , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Flake , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Cornyn , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Heitkamp , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Levin , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Portman , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Booker , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Brown , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , and Mr. Manchin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 16, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.
Whereas Hamas is a United States-designated terrorist organization whose charter calls for the destruction of the State of Israel; Whereas Hamas continues to reject the core principles of the Middle East Quartet (the United Nations, the United States, the European Union, and Russia)—recognize Israel’s right to exist, renounce violence, and accept previous Israeli-Palestinian agreements; Whereas Hamas has killed hundreds of Israelis and dozens of Americans in rocket attacks and suicide bombings; Whereas, since Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza in 2005, Hamas and other terrorist groups have fired thousands of rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas has entered into a unity governing arrangement with Fatah and the Palestinian Authority; Whereas the unity governing agreement implies Fatah's and the Palestinian Authority's support for Hamas’ belligerent actions against Israel, potentially contributing to a false perception of legitimacy for Hamas' belligerent actions; Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired nearly 300 rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range; Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; and Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel; (2) condemns the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel; (3) calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel; and (4) calls on Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel.
July 16, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association has been promoting and protecting the motorcyclist
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Whereas the members of the American Motorcyclist Association are the world’s largest and most
dedicated group of motorcycle enthusiasts;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association represents motorcycle riders, who are among the most
passionate motorcycle enthusiasts in the United States;
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<whereas>
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Whereas through member clubs, promoters, and partners, the American Motorcyclist Association
authorizes almost 3,000 motorsports competition events annually; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association’s headquarters in Pickerington, Ohio, is home to the
American Motorcyclist Association Motorcycle Hall of Fame, which honors
those who have contributed to the history of motorcycling through
political activism, culture, and sport, and which preserves the heritage
of motorcycling for future generations:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate congratulates the American Motorcyclist Association on its 90th Anniversary and
commends it for promoting and protecting the rights and interests of
motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts since 1924.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 499 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mr. Manchin submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Congratulating the American Motorcyclist Association on its 90th Anniversary.
Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association has been promoting and protecting the motorcyclist lifestyle since 1924; Whereas the members of the American Motorcyclist Association are the world’s largest and most dedicated group of motorcycle enthusiasts; Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association represents motorcycle riders, who are among the most passionate motorcycle enthusiasts in the United States; Whereas through member clubs, promoters, and partners, the American Motorcyclist Association authorizes almost 3,000 motorsports competition events annually; and Whereas the American Motorcyclist Association’s headquarters in Pickerington, Ohio, is home to the American Motorcyclist Association Motorcycle Hall of Fame, which honors those who have contributed to the history of motorcycling through political activism, culture, and sport, and which preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate congratulates the American Motorcyclist Association on its 90th Anniversary and commends it for promoting and protecting the rights and interests of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts since 1924. |
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113 SRES 500 ATS: Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 10, 2014
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Mrs. Shaheen
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(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. McCain
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Murphy
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,
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Mr. Cardin
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
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July 16, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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, without amendment
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July 23, 2014
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</legis-type>
<official-title display="yes">
Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova
and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has enjoyed warm relations with the Republic of Moldova since the
Republic of Moldova’s independence in 1991;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova’s independence, the United States has provided financial
assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of Moldova
to build a prosperous European democracy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership
through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Republic of Moldova signed an Association Agreement containing comprehensive free trade
provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014, and ratified the
agreement on July 2, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the
criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including
significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail
corruption;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas new parliamentary elections are expected to be held in the Republic of Moldova in November
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the
Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association
with the European Union;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of
Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the
<quote>
5+2
</quote>
negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a
special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the
Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in September 2013, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitri Rogozin said that Moldova
<quote>
would
lose Transnistria if Moldova continues moving toward the European Union
</quote>
and that
<quote>
Moldova’s train en route to Europe would lose its wagons in
Transnistria
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and
certain agricultural products in anticipation of the Republic of Moldova
initialing the Association Agreement with the European Union;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement
with the European Union, the Government of the Russian Federation has
banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the
supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from
the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose
stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of
Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a
stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan
region of Transnistria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of
the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and
the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government
of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the
Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova’s Transnistria region have restricted the access of
OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby
preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security
situation in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and
the President signed into law the Act relating to
<quote>
United States
International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
</quote>
, approved
April 3, 2014 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/113/96">
Public Law 113–96
</external-xref>
;
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/22/6211">
22 U.S.C. 6211
</external-xref>
note), providing for a
United States international broadcast programming surge to counter
misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that
Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to
independent news and information; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by
participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote
d’Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty,
independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the
inviolability of its borders;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id3e00d8fcbdb74e728c40662aebd8152a">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova
and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and
security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id499f72c602b54a608959d475c5dad62d">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
urges the President to consider increasing security and intelligence cooperation with the
Government of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id29d0a581ee1341cea89966d3614de7d0">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the
Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and
to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy
security, and improving trade relations and investment opportunities;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id28c163fbcebb4771bc888b056bc1cea1">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id6857841099E14E6B875A1E4EE1BC733A">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act
relating to
<quote>
United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
</quote>
, approved April 3, 2014 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/113/96">
Public Law 113–96
</external-xref>
;
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/22/6211">
22 U.S.C. 6211
</external-xref>
note), especially because it relates to
populations in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id75ebf20fae354f7fb5333f17a4d634f9">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
affirms the Republic of Moldova’s sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of
external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova’s
right to associate with the European Union and any other regional
organization;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id2f5a66a0be25445585f580a2c91d1188">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
urges the European Union to continue to work for greater political, economic, and social
integration with the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id625cb1b1fc244f21beb5a465bcdd86a2">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to refrain from using economic coercion against
the
Republic of Moldova, cease support for separatist movements in the
territory of the Republic of Moldova, and fulfill its commitments made at
the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit
in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the
internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id6523456258de4c8e97027ae1b44e0742">
<enum>
(10)
</enum>
<text>
supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the
Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in
order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that
respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id53033e48b92642ec902c6908788c5504">
<enum>
(11)
</enum>
<text>
urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors unrestricted
access to that region;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idcd22abb1e35d42a695c606a0bb7fc5f5">
<enum>
(12)
</enum>
<text>
discourages any unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as
well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the
Transnistrian region to resume negotiations toward a political settlement;
and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idc5f50f87076f46da85b2a9fd0c891c3a">
<enum>
(13)
</enum>
<text>
affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States
Government which can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and
sovereignty of all European countries is respected.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 500 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Menendez , Mr. McCain , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 16, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment July 23, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
Whereas the United States has enjoyed warm relations with the Republic of Moldova since the Republic of Moldova’s independence in 1991; Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova’s independence, the United States has provided financial assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of Moldova to build a prosperous European democracy; Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014; Whereas the Republic of Moldova signed an Association Agreement containing comprehensive free trade provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014, and ratified the agreement on July 2, 2014; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail corruption; Whereas new parliamentary elections are expected to be held in the Republic of Moldova in November 2014; Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association with the European Union; Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the 5+2 negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the Republic of Moldova; Whereas, in September 2013, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitri Rogozin said that Moldova would lose Transnistria if Moldova continues moving toward the European Union and that Moldova’s train en route to Europe would lose its wagons in Transnistria ; Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and certain agricultural products in anticipation of the Republic of Moldova initialing the Association Agreement with the European Union; Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement with the European Union, the Government of the Russian Federation has banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan region of Transnistria; Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova’s Transnistria region have restricted the access of OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security situation in the region; Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and the President signed into law the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), providing for a United States international broadcast programming surge to counter misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to independent news and information; and Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the inviolability of its borders; (2) supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova; (3) urges the President to consider increasing security and intelligence cooperation with the Government of Moldova; (4) encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy security, and improving trade relations and investment opportunities; (5) supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova; (6) encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), especially because it relates to populations in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova; (7) affirms the Republic of Moldova’s sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova’s right to associate with the European Union and any other regional organization; (8) urges the European Union to continue to work for greater political, economic, and social integration with the Republic of Moldova; (9) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to refrain from using economic coercion against the Republic of Moldova, cease support for separatist movements in the territory of the Republic of Moldova, and fulfill its commitments made at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova; (10) supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity; (11) urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors unrestricted access to that region; (12) discourages any unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the Transnistrian region to resume negotiations toward a political settlement; and (13) affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States Government which can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected. |
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Whereas the United States has enjoyed warm relations with the Republic of Moldova since the
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Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and
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Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement
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banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the
supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from
the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose
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Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of
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Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 500 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Menendez , Mr. McCain , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
Whereas the United States has enjoyed warm relations with the Republic of Moldova since the Republic of Moldova’s independence in 1991; Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova’s independence, the United States has provided financial assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of Moldova to build a prosperous European democracy; Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014; Whereas the Republic of Moldova signed an Association Agreement containing comprehensive free trade provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014, and ratified the agreement on July 2, 2014; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail corruption; Whereas new parliamentary elections are expected to be held in the Republic of Moldova in November 2014; Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association with the European Union; Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the 5+2 negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the Republic of Moldova; Whereas, in September 2013, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitri Rogozin said that Moldova would lose Transnistria if Moldova continues moving toward the European Union and that Moldova’s train en route to Europe would lose its wagons in Transnistria ; Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and certain agricultural products in anticipation of the Republic of Moldova initialing the Association Agreement with the European Union; Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement with the European Union, the Government of the Russian Federation has banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan region of Transnistria; Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova’s Transnistria region have restricted the access of OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security situation in the region; Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and the President signed into law the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), providing for a United States international broadcast programming surge to counter misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to independent news and information; and Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the inviolability of its borders; (2) supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova; (3) urges the President to consider increasing security and intelligence cooperation with the Government of Moldova; (4) encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy security, and improving trade relations and investment opportunities; (5) supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova; (6) encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), especially because it relates to populations in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova; (7) affirms the Republic of Moldova’s sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova’s right to associate with the European Union and any other regional organization; (8) urges the European Union to continue to work for greater political, economic, and social integration with the Republic of Moldova; (9) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to refrain from using economic coercion against the Republic of Moldova, cease support for separatist movements in the territory of the Republic of Moldova, and fulfill its commitments made at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova; (10) supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity; (11) urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors unrestricted access to that region; (12) discourages any unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the Transnistrian region to resume negotiations toward a political settlement; and (13) affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States Government which can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected. |
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<text>
Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of
Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the
<quote>
5+2
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negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a
special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the
Republic of Moldova;
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Whereas, in September 2013, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitri Rogozin said that Moldova
<quote>
would
lose Transnistria if Moldova continues moving toward the European Union
</quote>
and that
<quote>
Moldova’s train en route to Europe would lose its wagons in
Transnistria
</quote>
;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and
certain agricultural products in anticipation of the Republic of Moldova
initialing the Association Agreement with the European Union;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement
with the European Union, the Government of the Russian Federation has
banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the
supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from
the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose
stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of
Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a
stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan
region of Transnistria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of
the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and
the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government
of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the
Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova’s Transnistria region have restricted the access of
OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby
preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security
situation in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and
the President signed into law the Act relating to
<quote>
United States
International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
</quote>
, approved
April 3, 2014 (
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Public Law 113–96
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</external-xref>
note), providing for a
United States international broadcast programming surge to counter
misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that
Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to
independent news and information; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by
participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote
d’Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
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reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty,
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security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova;
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encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the
Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and
to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy
security, and improving trade relations and investment opportunities;
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encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act
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United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
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external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova’s
right to associate with the European Union and any other regional
organization;
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the
Republic of Moldova, cease support for separatist movements in the
territory of the Republic of Moldova, and fulfill its commitments made at
the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit
in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the
internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova;
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supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the
Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in
order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that
respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity;
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discourages any unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as
well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the
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and
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affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States
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sovereignty of all European countries is respected.
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July 16, 2014
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Reported without amendment
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| III Calendar No. 470 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 500 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 10, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Menendez , Mr. McCain , Mr. Murphy , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 16, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
Whereas the United States has enjoyed warm relations with the Republic of Moldova since the Republic of Moldova’s independence in 1991; Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova’s independence, the United States has provided financial assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of Moldova to build a prosperous European democracy; Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014; Whereas the Republic of Moldova signed an Association Agreement containing comprehensive free trade provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014, and ratified the agreement on July 2, 2014; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail corruption; Whereas new parliamentary elections are expected to be held in the Republic of Moldova in November 2014; Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association with the European Union; Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the 5+2 negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the Republic of Moldova; Whereas, in September 2013, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitri Rogozin said that Moldova would lose Transnistria if Moldova continues moving toward the European Union and that Moldova’s train en route to Europe would lose its wagons in Transnistria ; Whereas in 2013, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine and certain agricultural products in anticipation of the Republic of Moldova initialing the Association Agreement with the European Union; Whereas, in response to the Republic of Moldova signing and ratifying the Association Agreement with the European Union, the Government of the Russian Federation has banned additional agricultural products and threatened to curtail the supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, expel Moldova from the Commonwealth of Independent States free trade zone, and impose stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan region of Transnistria; Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova’s Transnistria region have restricted the access of OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security situation in the region; Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and the President signed into law the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), providing for a United States international broadcast programming surge to counter misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to independent news and information; and Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the inviolability of its borders; (2) supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova; (3) urges the President to consider increasing security and intelligence cooperation with the Government of Moldova; (4) encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy security, and improving trade relations and investment opportunities; (5) supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova; (6) encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), especially because it relates to populations in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova; (7) affirms the Republic of Moldova’s sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova’s right to associate with the European Union and any other regional organization; (8) urges the European Union to continue to work for greater political, economic, and social integration with the Republic of Moldova; (9) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to refrain from using economic coercion against the Republic of Moldova, cease support for separatist movements in the territory of the Republic of Moldova, and fulfill its commitments made at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova; (10) supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity; (11) urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors unrestricted access to that region; (12) discourages any unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the Transnistrian region to resume negotiations toward a political settlement; and (13) affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States Government which can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected.
July 16, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Commemorating the 20
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Whereas on July 16, 1994, the Wright Museum of WWII History opened as an educational institution in
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Whereas for the past 20 years the Wright Museum has fulfilled its mission to preserve and share the
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only United States museum that exclusively focuses on the contributions
and enduring legacy of World War II-era Americans;
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Whereas the Wright Museum accomplishes its mission through the careful preservation and thoughtful
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Whereas the Wright Museum is unique among traditional World War II museums in that the over 14,000
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Whereas the Wright Museum has established a national reputation as a repository for historically
significant World War II-era items and memorabilia;
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Whereas the Wright Museum uses its permanent collection to introduce visitors to a seminal period
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Whereas for 2 decades the Wright Museum has educated, entertained, and inspired over 200,000
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Whereas the Wright Museum remains dedicated to David Wright’s vision of providing a vivid
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experience on United States society:
Now, therefore, be it
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commends the Wright Museum of WWII History staff, volunteers, and board of
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th
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 501 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 14, 2014 Ms. Ayotte (for herself and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 23, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 20 th anniversary of the Wright Museum of WWII History in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.
Whereas on July 16, 1994, the Wright Museum of WWII History opened as an educational institution in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, founded by David Wright; Whereas for the past 20 years the Wright Museum has fulfilled its mission to preserve and share the stories of the people of the United States during World War II, and is the only United States museum that exclusively focuses on the contributions and enduring legacy of World War II-era Americans; Whereas the Wright Museum accomplishes its mission through the careful preservation and thoughtful display of its extensive permanent collection of World War II-era items and memorabilia from the years between 1939 and 1945; Whereas the Wright Museum is unique among traditional World War II museums in that the over 14,000 items in its permanent collection are representative of both the battlefield and the United States homefront; Whereas the Wright Museum has established a national reputation as a repository for historically significant World War II-era items and memorabilia; Whereas the Wright Museum uses its permanent collection to introduce visitors to a seminal period in United States history and place that period into historical context; Whereas for 2 decades the Wright Museum has educated, entertained, and inspired over 200,000 visitors from across the United States and around the world; and Whereas the Wright Museum remains dedicated to David Wright’s vision of providing a vivid perspective on the profound and enduring impact of the World War II experience on United States society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) commends the Wright Museum of WWII History staff, volunteers, and board of directors for their efforts to encourage the study of a significant period in United States history; (2) applauds the Wright Museum of WWII History’s mission to raise awareness of the contributions and lasting legacy of World War II-era Americans; and (3) recognizes the significance of July 16, 2014, as the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the Wright Museum of WWII History. |
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Whereas on July 16, 1994, the Wright Museum of WWII History opened as an educational institution in
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<text>
Whereas for the past 20 years the Wright Museum has fulfilled its mission to preserve and share the
stories of the people of the United States during World War II, and is the
only United States museum that exclusively focuses on the contributions
and enduring legacy of World War II-era Americans;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Wright Museum accomplishes its mission through the careful preservation and thoughtful
display of its extensive permanent collection of World War II-era items
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Wright Museum is unique among traditional World War II museums in that the over 14,000
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Whereas the Wright Museum has established a national reputation as a repository for historically
significant World War II-era items and memorabilia;
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Whereas the Wright Museum uses its permanent collection to introduce visitors to a seminal period
in United States history and place that period into historical context;
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Whereas for 2 decades the Wright Museum has educated, entertained, and inspired over 200,000
visitors from across the United States and around the world; and
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Whereas the Wright Museum remains dedicated to David Wright’s vision of providing a vivid
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experience on United States society:
Now, therefore, be it
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commends the Wright Museum of WWII History staff, volunteers, and board of
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recognizes the significance of July 16, 2014, as the 20
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the opening of the Wright Museum of WWII History.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 501 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 14, 2014 Ms. Ayotte (for herself and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Commemorating the 20 th anniversary of the Wright Museum of WWII History in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire.
Whereas on July 16, 1994, the Wright Museum of WWII History opened as an educational institution in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, founded by David Wright; Whereas for the past 20 years the Wright Museum has fulfilled its mission to preserve and share the stories of the people of the United States during World War II, and is the only United States museum that exclusively focuses on the contributions and enduring legacy of World War II-era Americans; Whereas the Wright Museum accomplishes its mission through the careful preservation and thoughtful display of its extensive permanent collection of World War II-era items and memorabilia from the years between 1939 and 1945; Whereas the Wright Museum is unique among traditional World War II museums in that the over 14,000 items in its permanent collection are representative of both the battlefield and the United States homefront; Whereas the Wright Museum has established a national reputation as a repository for historically significant World War II-era items and memorabilia; Whereas the Wright Museum uses its permanent collection to introduce visitors to a seminal period in United States history and place that period into historical context; Whereas for 2 decades the Wright Museum has educated, entertained, and inspired over 200,000 visitors from across the United States and around the world; and Whereas the Wright Museum remains dedicated to David Wright’s vision of providing a vivid perspective on the profound and enduring impact of the World War II experience on United States society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) commends the Wright Museum of WWII History staff, volunteers, and board of directors for their efforts to encourage the study of a significant period in United States history; (2) applauds the Wright Museum of WWII History’s mission to raise awareness of the contributions and lasting legacy of World War II-era Americans; and (3) recognizes the significance of July 16, 2014, as the 20 th anniversary of the opening of the Wright Museum of WWII History. |
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S. RES. 502
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 15, 2014
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Mr. Portman
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(for himself,
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Ms. Landrieu
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,
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Mr. Alexander
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,
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Ms. Ayotte
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,
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Ms. Baldwin
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Mr. Barrasso
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Mr. Blumenthal
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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<cosponsor name-id="S343">
Mr. Boozman
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S223">
Mrs. Boxer
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S300">
Mr. Burr
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S275">
Ms. Cantwell
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,
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Mr. Chambliss
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,
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Mr. Coats
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,
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Ms. Collins
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Mr. Corker
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Mr. Cornyn
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,
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Mr. Crapo
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,
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Mr. Cruz
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<cosponsor name-id="S356">
Mr. Donnelly
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Mr. Durbin
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Mr. Enzi
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Mrs. Feinstein
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Mrs. Fischer
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Mr. Franken
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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Mr. Grassley
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Mrs. Hagan
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Mr. Harkin
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,
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Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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Mr. King
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Klobuchar
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,
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Mr. Levin
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Mr. Markey
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Mrs. McCaskill
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,
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Mr. McCain
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Mr. McConnell
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Ms. Mikulski
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Mr. Moran
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Ms. Murkowski
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Mr. Murphy
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Mr. Paul
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Mr. Rubio
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Ms. Stabenow
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Mr. Tester
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Mr. Thune
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Mr. Vitter
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Mr. Walsh
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Mr. Warner
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Ms. Warren
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Mr. Wicker
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Ms. Heitkamp
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mrs. Murray
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Mr. Toomey
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Mr. Hatch
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Mr. Cochran
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Mr. Menendez
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Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic
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Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of
Congo for adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with
their adoptive parents.
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Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic
Republic of Congo;
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<whereas>
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Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the
mid-1990s;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of
Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic
Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in
emergency humanitarian assistance;
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Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is
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focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens
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;
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Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other
international organizations have recognized that a child should grow up in
a family environment;
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<whereas>
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Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an
integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with
family reunification and prevention of abandonment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General
Directorate
of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that
effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits
to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their
adoptive parents;
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<whereas>
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Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the
Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home
with these children but are currently unable to do so; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and
Security,
and the General Directorate of Migration confirmed to members of the
United
States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of
exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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affirms that all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent family;
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recognizes the importance of ensuring that international adoptions of all children are conducted in
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expresses concern over the impact on children and families caused by the current suspension of exit
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respectfully requests that the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo—
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resume processing adoption cases and issuing exit permits via the Ministry of Gender and Family’s
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prioritize the processing of intercountry adoptions which were initiated before the suspension; and
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expedite the processing of those adoptions which involve medically fragile children; and
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encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the
Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve
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adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 502 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 15, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Ms. Collins , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Levin , Mr. Markey , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. McCain , Mr. McConnell , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Paul , Mr. Rubio , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Wicker , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Cochran , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic July 31, 2014 Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo for adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents.
Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the mid-1990s; Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance; Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens ; Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other international organizations have recognized that a child should grow up in a family environment; Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with family reunification and prevention of abandonment; Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Directorate of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents; Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home with these children but are currently unable to do so; and Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and Security, and the General Directorate of Migration confirmed to members of the United States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) affirms that all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent family; (2) recognizes the importance of ensuring that international adoptions of all children are conducted in an ethical and transparent manner; (3) expresses concern over the impact on children and families caused by the current suspension of exit permit issuance within the Democratic Republic of Congo; (4) respectfully requests that the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo— (A) resume processing adoption cases and issuing exit permits via the Ministry of Gender and Family’s Interministerial Adoption Committee and General Directorate of Migration; (B) prioritize the processing of intercountry adoptions which were initiated before the suspension; and (C) expedite the processing of those adoptions which involve medically fragile children; and (5) encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve the intercountry adoption process and ensure the welfare of all children adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo. |
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Mr. Portman
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Ms. Landrieu
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<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S340">
Ms. Ayotte
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<cosponsor name-id="S354">
Ms. Baldwin
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,
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Mr. Barrasso
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S341">
Mr. Blumenthal
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S343">
Mr. Boozman
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S223">
Mrs. Boxer
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S300">
Mr. Burr
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S275">
Ms. Cantwell
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
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Mr. Coats
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,
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Ms. Collins
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Mr. Corker
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Mr. Cornyn
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Mr. Crapo
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Mr. Cruz
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Mr. Donnelly
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<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
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<cosponsor name-id="S254">
Mr. Enzi
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,
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Mrs. Feinstein
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S332">
Mr. Franken
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,
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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Mr. Grassley
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,
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Mrs. Hagan
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S172">
Mr. Harkin
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,
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Mr. Inhofe
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S345">
Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S363">
Mr. King
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
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,
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Mr. Levin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S369">
Mr. Markey
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S312">
Mrs. McCaskill
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S174">
Mr. McConnell
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S182">
Ms. Mikulski
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S288">
Ms. Murkowski
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S364">
Mr. Murphy
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S348">
Mr. Paul
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S284">
Ms. Stabenow
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S314">
Mr. Tester
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<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
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Mr. Vitter
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Mr. Walsh
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Mr. Warner
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,
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Ms. Warren
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Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of
Congo for adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with
their adoptive parents.
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Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic
Republic of Congo;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the
mid-1990s;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of
Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic
Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in
emergency humanitarian assistance;
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Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is
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focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens
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;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other
international organizations have recognized a child's right to a family as
a basic human right worthy of protection;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an
integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with
family reunification and prevention of abandonment;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Direction
of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that
effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits
to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their
adoptive parents;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the
Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home
with these children but are currently unable to do so; and
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and
Security,
and the General Direction of Migration confirmed to members of the United
States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of
exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it
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encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 502 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 15, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Ms. Collins , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Levin , Mr. Markey , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. McCain , Mr. McConnell , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Paul , Mr. Rubio , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , and Mr. Wicker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo for adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents.
Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the mid-1990s; Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance; Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens ; Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other international organizations have recognized a child's right to a family as a basic human right worthy of protection; Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with family reunification and prevention of abandonment; Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Direction of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents; Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home with these children but are currently unable to do so; and Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and Security, and the General Direction of Migration confirmed to members of the United States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) affirms that all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent family; (2) recognizes the importance of ensuring that international adoptions of all children are conducted in an ethical and transparent manner; (3) expresses concern over the impact on children and families caused by the current suspension of exit permit issuance within the Democratic Republic of Congo; (4) respectfully requests that the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo— (A) resume processing adoption cases and issuing exit permits via the Ministry of Gender and Family’s Interministerial Adoption Committee and Directorate of General Migration; (B) prioritize the processing of intercountry adoptions which were initiated before the suspension; and (C) expedite the processing of those adoptions which involve medically fragile children; and (5) encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve the intercountry adoption process and ensure the welfare of all children adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo. |
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Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of
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Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic
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Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the
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Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of
Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic
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emergency humanitarian assistance;
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Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is
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Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other
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Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an
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family reunification and prevention of abandonment;
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Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Direction
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Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the
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with these children but are currently unable to do so; and
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Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and
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Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic
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Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the
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Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of
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Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is
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Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other
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Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an
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Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General
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Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the
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Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and
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encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the
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Reported with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble
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| III Calendar No. 495 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 502 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 15, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Ms. Collins , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Levin , Mr. Markey , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. McCain , Mr. McConnell , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Paul , Mr. Rubio , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Wicker , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Cochran , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Concerning the suspension of exit permit issuance by the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo for adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents.
Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the mid-1990s; Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance; Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens ; Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other international organizations have recognized a child's right to a family as a basic human right worthy of protection; Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with family reunification and prevention of abandonment; Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Direction of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents; Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home with these children but are currently unable to do so; and Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and Security, and the General Direction of Migration confirmed to members of the United States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it Whereas according to UNICEF, over 4,000,000 orphans are estimated to be living in the Democratic Republic of Congo; Whereas cyclical and violent conflict has plagued the Democratic Republic of Congo since the mid-1990s; Whereas the United States has made significant financial investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo, providing an estimated $274,000,000 bilateral aid to the Democratic Republic of Congo in fiscal year 2013 and an additional $165,000,000 in emergency humanitarian assistance; Whereas the policy of the United States Government toward the Democratic Republic of Congo is focused on helping the country become a nation that … provides for the basic needs of its citizens ; Whereas the United Nations, the Hague Conference on Private International Law, and other international organizations have recognized that a child should grow up in a family environment; Whereas adoption, both domestic and international, is an important child protection tool and an integral part of child welfare best practices around the world, along with family reunification and prevention of abandonment; Whereas, on September 27, 2013, the Congolese Ministry of Interior and Security, General Directorate of Migration, informed the United States Embassy in Kinshasa that effective September 25, 2013, they had suspended issuance of exit permits to adopted Congolese children seeking to depart the country with their adoptive parents; Whereas there are United States families with finalized adoptions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the necessary legal paperwork and visas ready to travel home with these children but are currently unable to do so; and Whereas, on December 19, 2013, the Congolese Minister of Justice, Minister of Interior and Security, and the General Directorate of Migration confirmed to members of the United States Department of State that the current suspension on the issuance of exit permits continues: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) affirms that all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent family; (2) recognizes the importance of ensuring that international adoptions of all children are conducted in an ethical and transparent manner; (3) expresses concern over the impact on children and families caused by the current suspension of exit permit issuance within the Democratic Republic of Congo; (4) respectfully requests that the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo— (A) resume processing adoption cases and issuing exit permits via the Ministry of Gender and Family’s Interministerial Adoption Committee and Directorate of General Migration; (B) prioritize the processing of intercountry adoptions which were initiated before the suspension; and (C) expedite the processing of those adoptions which involve medically fragile children; and (5) encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve the intercountry adoption process and ensure the welfare of all children adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
That the Senate— (1) affirms that all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent family; (2) recognizes the importance of ensuring that international adoptions of all children are conducted in an ethical and transparent manner; (3) expresses concern over the impact on children and families caused by the current suspension of exit permit issuance within the Democratic Republic of Congo; (4) respectfully requests that the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo— (A) resume processing adoption cases and issuing exit permits via the Ministry of Gender and Family’s Interministerial Adoption Committee and General Directorate of Migration; (B) prioritize the processing of intercountry adoptions which were initiated before the suspension; and (C) expedite the processing of those adoptions which involve medically fragile children; and (5) encourages continued dialogue and cooperation between the United States Department of State and the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to improve the intercountry adoption process and ensure the welfare of all children adopted from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
July 29, 2014 Reported with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble |
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National Child Awareness Month
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Whereas millions of children and youth in the United
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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
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children and youth throughout the United States;
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Whereas raising awareness of, and increasing support for,
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the arts, sports, and other services will result in the development of
character and the future success of the children and youth of the United
States;
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Whereas the month of September, as the school year begins,
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communities increase their focus on children and youth throughout the
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States;
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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;
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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;
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Whereas designating September 2014 as
<quote>
National Child
Awareness Month
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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
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National Child Awareness Month
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 503 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 16, 2014 Mr. Burr (for himself, Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Enzi , and Ms. Mikulski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2014 as National Child Awareness Month to promote awareness of charities benefitting children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States and recognizing 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 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 healthcare, social services, education, the arts, sports, and other services will result in the development of character 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 their 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 2014 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 2014 as National Child Awareness Month — (1) to promote awareness of charities benefitting children and youth-serving organizations throughout the United States; and (2) to recognize efforts made by those charities and organizations on behalf of children and youth as critical contributions to the future of the United States. |
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v. John Kerry, Secretary of State
</italic>
, No. 13–628, pending in the Supreme Court of the United States, the constitutionality of section
214(d) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, FY 2003, Pub. L.
No. 107–228, 116 Stat. 1350, 1366 (2002), has been placed in issue;
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Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(c), 706(a), and 713(a) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2
U.S.C. 288b(c), 288e(a), and 288
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l
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the Constitution are placed in issue: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate Legal Counsel is directed to appear as amicus curiae on behalf of the Senate in
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<italic>
Menachem Binyamin Zivotofsky, By His Parents and Guardians, Ari Z. and Naomi Siegman Zivotofsky v.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 504 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 16, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To direct the Senate Legal Counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in Menachem Binyamin Zivotofsky, By His Parents and Guardians, Ari Z. and Naomi Siegman Zivotofsky v. John Kerry, Secretary of State (S. Ct.).
Whereas, in the case of Menachem Binyamin Zivotofsky, By His Parents and Guardians, Ari Z. and Naomi Siegman Zivotofsky v. John Kerry, Secretary of State , No. 13–628, pending in the Supreme Court of the United States, the constitutionality of section 214(d) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, FY 2003, Pub. L. No. 107–228, 116 Stat. 1350, 1366 (2002), has been placed in issue; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(c), 706(a), and 713(a) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. 288b(c), 288e(a), and 288 l (a), the Senate may direct its counsel to appear as amicus curiae in the name of the Senate in any legal action in which the powers and responsibilities of Congress under the Constitution are placed in issue: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate Legal Counsel is directed to appear as amicus curiae on behalf of the Senate in the case of Menachem Binyamin Zivotofsky, By His Parents and Guardians, Ari Z. and Naomi Siegman Zivotofsky v. John Kerry, Secretary of State , to defend the constitutionality of section 214(d) of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, FY 2003. |
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Mr. Heinrich
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Mr. Levin
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Mr. Markey
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Whereas on April 23, 2004, several Senate staffers joined to form a first-of-its-kind staff
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<quote>
LGBT
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GLASS Caucus association
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Whereas the GLASS Caucus association continues to promote the welfare and dignity of LGBT Senate
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Whereas the GLASS Caucus association continues to provide a safe environment for social interaction
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congratulates the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association (referred to in this
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GLASS Caucus association
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commends the late Senator Frank Raleigh Lautenberg of New Jersey for the critical role he played in
the formation of the GLASS Caucus association and for his stalwart support
for equality; and
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recognizes inaugural GLASS Caucus Steering Committee members Lynden Armstrong, Brett Bearce,
Jeffrey Levensaler, Josh Brekenfeld, Jason Knapp, John Fossum, Kelsey
Phipps, and Mat Young for their vision and hard work in establishing the
GLASS Caucus association.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 505 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2014 Ms. Baldwin (for herself, Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Brown , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Levin , Mr. Markey , Ms. Warren , Mr. Sanders , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Hirono , and Mr. Bennet ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration RESOLUTION Congratulating the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff (GLASS) Caucus association on the 10-year anniversary of the association.
Whereas on April 23, 2004, several Senate staffers joined to form a first-of-its-kind staff association for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (referred to in this preamble as LGBT ) Senate staff and their allies; Whereas the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association (referred to in this preamble as the GLASS Caucus association ) continues to serve the Senate community by raising awareness of issues affecting the LGBT community; Whereas the GLASS Caucus association continues to promote the welfare and dignity of LGBT Senate employees; and Whereas the GLASS Caucus association continues to provide a safe environment for social interaction and professional development: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Gay, Lesbian, and Allies Senate Staff Caucus association (referred to in this resolution as the GLASS Caucus association ) on the momentous occasion of the association's 10th anniversary; (2) commends the late Senator Frank Raleigh Lautenberg of New Jersey for the critical role he played in the formation of the GLASS Caucus association and for his stalwart support for equality; and (3) recognizes inaugural GLASS Caucus Steering Committee members Lynden Armstrong, Brett Bearce, Jeffrey Levensaler, Josh Brekenfeld, Jason Knapp, John Fossum, Kelsey Phipps, and Mat Young for their vision and hard work in establishing the GLASS Caucus association. |
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Whereas, for nearly a century, auxiliaries have served as a complementary and integral part of
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Whereas, since their inception, auxiliary units have proudly supported members of the Armed
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Whereas auxiliaries have representatives in all 50 States and abroad;
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veterans themselves;
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Whereas auxiliary units have raised money to aid and enhance the lives of members of the
Armed Forces, veterans, and their families through financial
support—providing assistance with essentials such as rent, child care,
utilities, and food;
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Whereas auxiliary units strengthen their local communities by conducting food drives, visiting
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Whereas members of auxiliaries selflessly volunteer their services at facilities
of the Department of Veterans Affairs throughout the country to enhance
the lives of veterans and their families; and
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Whereas, each year, auxiliary units raise millions of dollars for cancer research: Now, therefore,
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to those who have selflessly served the United States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 506 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself, Mr. Burr , Mrs. Feinstein , and Mr. Coats ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs September 16, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the patriotism and contributions of auxiliaries of veterans service organizations.
Whereas, for nearly a century, auxiliaries have served as a complementary and integral part of veterans service organizations, supporting members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; Whereas, since their inception, auxiliary units have proudly supported members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and the families of those who have served, volunteering hundreds of thousands of hours and raising billions of dollars; Whereas auxiliaries have representatives in all 50 States and abroad; Whereas auxiliaries have more than 1,000,000 members and are composed of wives, widows, mothers, grandmothers, daughters, and granddaughters of veterans, as well as veterans themselves; Whereas auxiliary units have raised money to aid and enhance the lives of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families through financial support—providing assistance with essentials such as rent, child care, utilities, and food; Whereas auxiliary units host stand-downs that focus on providing vital health and support services to homeless veterans; Whereas auxiliary units strengthen their local communities by conducting food drives, visiting hospitals, and providing scholarships to youth; Whereas auxiliary units serve as advocates for veterans and their families; Whereas auxiliary units conduct welcome home and send-off events for members of the Armed Forces; Whereas members of auxiliaries selflessly volunteer their services at facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs throughout the country to enhance the lives of veterans and their families; and Whereas, each year, auxiliary units raise millions of dollars for cancer research: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors and recognizes the patriotism and countless contributions to the United States by generations of women in the auxiliaries of veterans service organizations; (2) commends members of auxiliaries in the United States and abroad for their dedicated service to and support of members of the Armed Forces and veterans as well as their families and communities; (3) encourages the people of the United States to promote awareness of the contributions and dedication of members of auxiliaries to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; and (4) calls on the people of the United States to follow the noble example of the auxiliaries of veterans service organizations and volunteer support and services to those who have selflessly served the United States. |
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utilities, and food;
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Whereas, each year, auxiliary units raise millions of dollars for cancer research: Now, therefore,
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 506 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself and Mr. Burr ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing the patriotism and contributions of auxiliaries of veterans service organizations.
Whereas, for nearly a century, auxiliaries have served as a complementary and integral part of veterans service organizations, supporting members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; Whereas, since their inception, auxiliary units have proudly supported members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and the families of those who have served, volunteering hundreds of thousands of hours and raising billions of dollars; Whereas auxiliaries have representatives in all 50 States and abroad; Whereas auxiliaries have more than 1,000,000 members and are composed of wives, widows, mothers, grandmothers, daughters, and granddaughters of veterans, as well as veterans themselves; Whereas auxiliary units have raised money to aid and enhance the lives of members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families through financial support—providing assistance with essentials such as rent, child care, utilities, and food; Whereas auxiliary units host stand-downs that focus on providing vital health and support services to homeless veterans; Whereas auxiliary units strengthen their local communities by conducting food drives, visiting hospitals, and providing scholarships to youth; Whereas auxiliary units serve as advocates for veterans and their families; Whereas auxiliary units conduct welcome home and send-off events for members of the Armed Forces; Whereas members of auxiliaries selflessly volunteer their services at facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs throughout the country to enhance the lives of veterans and their families; and Whereas, each year, auxiliary units raise millions of dollars for cancer research: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors and recognizes the patriotism and countless contributions to the United States by generations of women in the auxiliaries of veterans service organizations; (2) commends members of auxiliaries in the United States and abroad for their dedicated service to and support of members of the Armed Forces and veterans as well as their families and communities; (3) encourages the people of the United States to promote awareness of the contributions and dedication of members of auxiliaries to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their families; and (4) calls on the people of the United States to follow the noble example of the auxiliaries of veterans service organizations and volunteer support and services to those who have selflessly served the United States. |
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Whereas August 7, 2014, marks the 225
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An Act for the establishment and support of lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers
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Lighthouse Act of 1789
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Whereas in 1789, the ninth Act of the first Congress, established a Federal role in the support,
maintenance, and repair of all lighthouses, beacon buoys, and public piers
necessary for safe navigation, commissioned the first Federal lighthouse,
and represented the first public works act in the young United States;
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Whereas the establishment of the United States system of navigational aids set the United States on
a path to the forefront of international maritime prominence and
established lighthouses that played an integral role in the rich maritime
history of the United States, as that history spread from the Atlantic
coast through the Great Lakes and the Gulf coast and Pacific States;
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Whereas those iconic structures, standing at the margins of land and water, sometimes for as long
as 2 centuries, have symbolized safety, security, heroism, duty, and
faithfulness;
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Whereas architects, designers, engineers, builders, and keepers devoted, and in some cases
jeopardized, their lives for the safety of others during centuries of
light tending by the United States Lighthouse Service and the United
States Coast Guard;
</text>
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Whereas the automation of the light system exposed the historic lighthouse towers to the ravages of
time and vandalism and yet, at the same time, opened an opportunity for
citizen involvement in efforts to save and restore those beacons that mark
the evolving maritime history of the United States and its coastal
communities;
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Whereas the national lighthouse preservation movement has gained momentum over the past half
century and is making major contributions to the preservation of maritime
history and heritage and, through the development and enhancement of
cultural tourism, to the economies of coastal communities in the United
States;
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Whereas the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000 (
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enacted on October 24, 2000, with the aid of the lighthouse preservation
community, provides an effective process administered by the General
Services Administration and the National Park Service for transferring
lighthouses to the best possible stewardship groups;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 is the 200
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the August 24, 1814, rescue of the original copies of
the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the United
States Constitution, and many irreplaceable original government documents
and books from destruction when the British burned Washington, D.C. during
the War of 1812 by Stephen Pleasonton, who later served as General
Superintendent of
Lighthouses for 32 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 is also the 75
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of when Congress dissolved the United States Lighthouse Service and turned all of its
duties over to the United States Coast Guard;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas although the United States Coast Guard was created in 1915 with the merger of the United
States Life Saving Service and the United States Revenue Marine Service,
the United States Coast Guard uses the United States Revenue Marine
founding date of 1790 as its anniversary year, and thus, August 7, 2014,
is also the 225
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the United States Coast Guard;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas 2014 also marks the 250
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the Sandy Hook Lighthouse in New Jersey, the oldest standing lighthouse tower in
the United States, which was built before the United States was a country
and was still part of the British colonies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas for the past several decades, regional and national groups have formed within the
lighthouse preservation community to promote lighthouse heritage through
research, education, tourism, and publications;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas despite progress, many lighthouses in the United States remain threatened by erosion,
neglect, vandalism, and deterioration by the elements; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the many completed, ongoing, or planned private and public efforts to preserve lighthouses
demonstrate the public support for those historic structures: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
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designates August 7, 2014, as
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National Lighthouse and Lighthouse Preservation Day
</quote>
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encourages lighthouse grounds to be opened to the general public to the extent feasible; and
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encourages the people of the United States to observe National Lighthouse and
Lighthouse Preservation Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
</text>
</paragraph>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 507 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2014 Mr. King (for himself, Ms. Collins , and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating August 7, 2014, as National Lighthouse and Lighthouse Preservation Day .
Whereas August 7, 2014, marks the 225 th anniversary of the signing by President George Washington of the Act entitled An Act for the establishment and support of lighthouses, beacons, buoys, and public piers , approved August 7, 1789 (commonly known as the Lighthouse Act of 1789 ) (1 Stat. 53, chapter 9); Whereas in 1789, the ninth Act of the first Congress, established a Federal role in the support, maintenance, and repair of all lighthouses, beacon buoys, and public piers necessary for safe navigation, commissioned the first Federal lighthouse, and represented the first public works act in the young United States; Whereas the establishment of the United States system of navigational aids set the United States on a path to the forefront of international maritime prominence and established lighthouses that played an integral role in the rich maritime history of the United States, as that history spread from the Atlantic coast through the Great Lakes and the Gulf coast and Pacific States; Whereas those iconic structures, standing at the margins of land and water, sometimes for as long as 2 centuries, have symbolized safety, security, heroism, duty, and faithfulness; Whereas architects, designers, engineers, builders, and keepers devoted, and in some cases jeopardized, their lives for the safety of others during centuries of light tending by the United States Lighthouse Service and the United States Coast Guard; Whereas the automation of the light system exposed the historic lighthouse towers to the ravages of time and vandalism and yet, at the same time, opened an opportunity for citizen involvement in efforts to save and restore those beacons that mark the evolving maritime history of the United States and its coastal communities; Whereas the national lighthouse preservation movement has gained momentum over the past half century and is making major contributions to the preservation of maritime history and heritage and, through the development and enhancement of cultural tourism, to the economies of coastal communities in the United States; Whereas the National Historic Lighthouse Preservation Act of 2000 ( 16 U.S.C. 470w-7 et seq. ), enacted on October 24, 2000, with the aid of the lighthouse preservation community, provides an effective process administered by the General Services Administration and the National Park Service for transferring lighthouses to the best possible stewardship groups; Whereas 2014 is the 200 th anniversary of the August 24, 1814, rescue of the original copies of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the United States Constitution, and many irreplaceable original government documents and books from destruction when the British burned Washington, D.C. during the War of 1812 by Stephen Pleasonton, who later served as General Superintendent of Lighthouses for 32 years; Whereas 2014 is also the 75 th anniversary of when Congress dissolved the United States Lighthouse Service and turned all of its duties over to the United States Coast Guard; Whereas although the United States Coast Guard was created in 1915 with the merger of the United States Life Saving Service and the United States Revenue Marine Service, the United States Coast Guard uses the United States Revenue Marine founding date of 1790 as its anniversary year, and thus, August 7, 2014, is also the 225 th anniversary of the United States Coast Guard; Whereas 2014 also marks the 250 th anniversary of the Sandy Hook Lighthouse in New Jersey, the oldest standing lighthouse tower in the United States, which was built before the United States was a country and was still part of the British colonies; Whereas for the past several decades, regional and national groups have formed within the lighthouse preservation community to promote lighthouse heritage through research, education, tourism, and publications; Whereas despite progress, many lighthouses in the United States remain threatened by erosion, neglect, vandalism, and deterioration by the elements; and Whereas the many completed, ongoing, or planned private and public efforts to preserve lighthouses demonstrate the public support for those historic structures: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates August 7, 2014, as National Lighthouse and Lighthouse Preservation Day ; (2) encourages lighthouse grounds to be opened to the general public to the extent feasible; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Lighthouse and Lighthouse Preservation Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 17, 2014
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Mr. Cardin
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Commemorating the centennial anniversary of the establishment of the Congressional Research
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Whereas, in 1914, Congress recognized the need for greater assistance and established a reference
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Congress to support an informed and independent legislature;
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Whereas the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970 (
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2 U.S.C. 28 et seq.
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Congressional Research Service is housed within the Library of Congress and benefits
from the unparalleled collections of the Library of Congress to complete
research and analysis and to disseminate information and materials to
assist Congress;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Congressional Research Service products are the result of collaboration between a diverse
workforce consisting of analysts, attorneys, information professionals,
and support staff;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Congressional Research Service strives to provide accurate and objective assistance to
all members and committees at all stages of the legislative process, and
in a timely, confidential, and non-partisan manner; and
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Congressional Research Service provides Congress with analysis and information on
legislative and oversight issues in reports, memoranda, seminars, and
briefings: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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recognizes the centennial anniversary of the establishment of the Congressional Research Service
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Congressional Research Service for their service to Congress and the
people of the United States; and
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respectfully requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution
to—
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(A)
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the Librarian of Congress; and
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(B)
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the Director of the Congressional Research Service.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 508 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 17, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the centennial anniversary of the establishment of the Congressional Research Service.
Whereas, in 1914, Congress recognized the need for greater assistance and established a reference unit within the Library of Congress to support an informed and independent legislature; Whereas the Legislative Reorganization Act of 1970 ( 2 U.S.C. 28 et seq. ) transformed the Legislative Reference Service into the Congressional Research Service, expanding its size and analytic capacity; Whereas the Congressional Research Service is housed within the Library of Congress and benefits from the unparalleled collections of the Library of Congress to complete research and analysis and to disseminate information and materials to assist Congress; Whereas Congressional Research Service products are the result of collaboration between a diverse workforce consisting of analysts, attorneys, information professionals, and support staff; Whereas the Congressional Research Service strives to provide accurate and objective assistance to all members and committees at all stages of the legislative process, and in a timely, confidential, and non-partisan manner; and Whereas the Congressional Research Service provides Congress with analysis and information on legislative and oversight issues in reports, memoranda, seminars, and briefings: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the centennial anniversary of the establishment of the Congressional Research Service and commends the employees of the Congressional Research Service for their service to Congress and the people of the United States; and (2) respectfully requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the Librarian of Congress; and (B) the Director of the Congressional Research Service. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 509
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 21, 2014
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Ms. Mikulski
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Mr. Cardin
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A resolution honoring the extraordinary and courageous life of Mattie Stepanek.
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Matthew
<quote>
Mattie
</quote>
Joseph Thaddeus Stepanek, was born on July 17, 1990, in Rockville, Maryland;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek was born with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy—Dysautonomic Mitochondrial
Myopathy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the siblings of Mattie Stepanek—Katie, Stevie, and Jamie—were diagnosed with the same rare
disease;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek began writing poetry, short stories, and essays to deal with grief over
the death of his siblings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the writings of Mattie Stepanek reflected his deep understanding of our ever-evolving
world and the need for hope and peace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek became a 7-time New York Times best-selling author;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek gave inspiration and educational speeches to audiences ranging from school
children to business leaders and politicians;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek spoke about spirituality, disability, education, and health care,
delivering a message of hope and peace to his audiences;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the words of Mattie Stepanek inspired millions of people around the world, including
the 39th President of the United States,
who was a friend of Mattie and delivered his eulogy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek engaged in public service, working with Children’s Hospice International to
improve guidelines for the health and hospice care of children and serving
as a 3-term National Goodwill Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy
Association;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek has been honored with numerous awards, during his lifetime and
posthumously, including the Children’s Hope Medal of Honor and induction
into the Kids Hall of Fame;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Mattie Stepanek passed away on June 22, 2004, at Children's National Medical Center in
Washington, D.C.;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the mother of Mattie continues to raise awareness about the message of
hope and peace that Mattie delivered and led the effort to create the
Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in Rockville, Maryland;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Mattie Stepanek Foundation celebrates July 17th as
<quote>
Mattie Stepanek World Peace Day
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas recognizing the 24th birthday of Mattie Stepanek honors the compassion and dedication to
hope that Mattie embodied: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Matthew
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Mattie
</quote>
Stepanek.
</text>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 509 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 21, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION A resolution honoring the extraordinary and courageous life of Mattie Stepanek.
Whereas Matthew Mattie Joseph Thaddeus Stepanek, was born on July 17, 1990, in Rockville, Maryland; Whereas Mattie Stepanek was born with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy—Dysautonomic Mitochondrial Myopathy; Whereas the siblings of Mattie Stepanek—Katie, Stevie, and Jamie—were diagnosed with the same rare disease; Whereas Mattie Stepanek began writing poetry, short stories, and essays to deal with grief over the death of his siblings; Whereas the writings of Mattie Stepanek reflected his deep understanding of our ever-evolving world and the need for hope and peace; Whereas Mattie Stepanek became a 7-time New York Times best-selling author; Whereas Mattie Stepanek gave inspiration and educational speeches to audiences ranging from school children to business leaders and politicians; Whereas Mattie Stepanek spoke about spirituality, disability, education, and health care, delivering a message of hope and peace to his audiences; Whereas the words of Mattie Stepanek inspired millions of people around the world, including the 39th President of the United States, who was a friend of Mattie and delivered his eulogy; Whereas Mattie Stepanek engaged in public service, working with Children’s Hospice International to improve guidelines for the health and hospice care of children and serving as a 3-term National Goodwill Ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association; Whereas Mattie Stepanek has been honored with numerous awards, during his lifetime and posthumously, including the Children’s Hope Medal of Honor and induction into the Kids Hall of Fame; Whereas Mattie Stepanek passed away on June 22, 2004, at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.; Whereas the mother of Mattie continues to raise awareness about the message of hope and peace that Mattie delivered and led the effort to create the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in Rockville, Maryland; Whereas the Mattie Stepanek Foundation celebrates July 17th as Mattie Stepanek World Peace Day ; and Whereas recognizing the 24th birthday of Mattie Stepanek honors the compassion and dedication to hope that Mattie embodied: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Matthew Mattie Stepanek. |
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113 SRES 510 ATS: Congratulating the Newport Jazz Festival on its 60th anniversary.
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S. RES. 510
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 22, 2014
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Congratulating the Newport Jazz Festival on its 60th anniversary.
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Whereas, in 1954, the first Newport Jazz Festival featured icons of American jazz such as Ella
Fitzgerald,
Billie Holiday, and Dizzie Gillespie;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Newport Jazz Festival has provided some of the most memorable moments in jazz history,
including the Duke Ellington Orchestra's 1956 performance of
<quote>
Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue
</quote>
, featuring a 27-chorus saxophone solo by Paul Gonsalves;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the ongoing mission of the Newport Jazz Festival is to celebrate jazz music and to make
the case for its relevance;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Newport Jazz Festival has become a world-renowned event featuring established and
emerging artists and bringing together music lovers, musicians, academics,
and critics;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas for the past 60 years, the Newport Jazz Festival and the
Newport Folk Festival have made a difference in the cultural life of the
people of the United States and have provided a soundtrack of freedom for
generations; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, from August 1, 2014, through August 3, 2014, thousands of people will come together
in Newport, Rhode Island, to celebrate the 60th Newport Jazz Festival:
Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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commemorates the 60th Newport Jazz Festival taking place from August 1, 2014, through August 3,
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recognizes the historical significance of the Newport Jazz Festival and the role the festival has
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people in the United States; and
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(3)
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recognizes the musicians, sponsors, volunteers, and the community of Newport, Rhode Island for
continuing the tradition of the Newport Jazz Festival.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 510 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 22, 2014 Mr. Reed (for himself and Mr. Whitehouse ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Newport Jazz Festival on its 60th anniversary.
Whereas, in 1954, the first Newport Jazz Festival featured icons of American jazz such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Dizzie Gillespie; Whereas the Newport Jazz Festival has provided some of the most memorable moments in jazz history, including the Duke Ellington Orchestra's 1956 performance of Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue , featuring a 27-chorus saxophone solo by Paul Gonsalves; Whereas the ongoing mission of the Newport Jazz Festival is to celebrate jazz music and to make the case for its relevance; Whereas the Newport Jazz Festival has become a world-renowned event featuring established and emerging artists and bringing together music lovers, musicians, academics, and critics; Whereas for the past 60 years, the Newport Jazz Festival and the Newport Folk Festival have made a difference in the cultural life of the people of the United States and have provided a soundtrack of freedom for generations; and Whereas, from August 1, 2014, through August 3, 2014, thousands of people will come together in Newport, Rhode Island, to celebrate the 60th Newport Jazz Festival: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) commemorates the 60th Newport Jazz Festival taking place from August 1, 2014, through August 3, 2014, in Newport, Rhode Island; (2) recognizes the historical significance of the Newport Jazz Festival and the role the festival has played in celebrating jazz music and making it relevant to generations of people in the United States; and (3) recognizes the musicians, sponsors, volunteers, and the community of Newport, Rhode Island for continuing the tradition of the Newport Jazz Festival. |
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113 SRES 511 IS: Establishing best business practices to fully utilize the potential of the United States.
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S. RES. 511
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 22, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S365">
Mr. Scott
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(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S348">
Mr. Paul
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S349">
Mr. Portman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S295">
Mr. Pryor
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
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Establishing best business practices to fully utilize the potential of the United States.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Rooney Rule, formulated by Daniel Rooney, chairman of the Pittsburgh Steelers football
team in the National Football League (referred to in this preamble as
<quote>
NFL
</quote>
), requires every NFL team with a coach or general manager opening to interview at least 1
minority candidate;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Rooney Rule has been successful in increasing minority representation among the higher
leadership positions in professional football, as shown by the fact that
in the 80 years between the hiring of Fritz Pollard as coach by the Akron
Pros and the implementation of the Rooney Rule in 2003 there were only 7
minority head coaches but since 2003 there have been 13 minority head
coaches;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Rooney Rule has shown that once highly qualified and highly skilled diversity
candidates are given exposure during the hiring process their abilities
can be better utilized;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the RLJ Rule, formulated by Robert L. Johnson, founder of Black Entertainment Television
(commonly known as
<quote>
BET
</quote>
) and of The RLJ Companies, and based on the Rooney Rule from the NFL, similarly encourages
companies to voluntarily establish a best practices policy to identify
minority candidates and minority vendors by implementing a plan to
interview a minimum of 2 qualified minority candidates for managerial
openings at the director level and above and to
interview at least 2 qualified minority businesses before approving a
vendor contract;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to Crist-Kolder Associates as cited in the Wall Street Journal, at the top 668
companies in the United States, only 27 Chief Financial Officers are
African-American, Hispanic, or of Asian descent;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas underrepresented groups contain members with the necessary abilities, experience, and
qualifications for any position available;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas business practices such as the Rooney Rule or the RLJ Rule are neither an employment quota
nor Federal law but rather a voluntary initiative instituted by willing
entities to provide the human resources necessary to ensure success;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas experience has shown that people of all genders, colors, and physical abilities can achieve
excellence;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased involvement of underrepresented workers would improve the economy of the United
States and the experience of the people of the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ensuring the increased exposure and resulting increased advancement of diverse
qualified candidates would result in gains by all people of the United
States through stronger economic opportunities: Now, therefore, be it
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develop an internal rule modeled after a successful business practice such as the Rooney Rule or
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institute the individualized Rooney Rule or RLJ Rule to ensure that the entity will always consider
candidates from underrepresented populations before making a final
decision when searching for a business vendor or filling leadership
position.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 511 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 22, 2014 Mr. Scott (for himself, Mr. Paul , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Establishing best business practices to fully utilize the potential of the United States.
Whereas the Rooney Rule, formulated by Daniel Rooney, chairman of the Pittsburgh Steelers football team in the National Football League (referred to in this preamble as NFL ), requires every NFL team with a coach or general manager opening to interview at least 1 minority candidate; Whereas the Rooney Rule has been successful in increasing minority representation among the higher leadership positions in professional football, as shown by the fact that in the 80 years between the hiring of Fritz Pollard as coach by the Akron Pros and the implementation of the Rooney Rule in 2003 there were only 7 minority head coaches but since 2003 there have been 13 minority head coaches; Whereas the Rooney Rule has shown that once highly qualified and highly skilled diversity candidates are given exposure during the hiring process their abilities can be better utilized; Whereas the RLJ Rule, formulated by Robert L. Johnson, founder of Black Entertainment Television (commonly known as BET ) and of The RLJ Companies, and based on the Rooney Rule from the NFL, similarly encourages companies to voluntarily establish a best practices policy to identify minority candidates and minority vendors by implementing a plan to interview a minimum of 2 qualified minority candidates for managerial openings at the director level and above and to interview at least 2 qualified minority businesses before approving a vendor contract; Whereas, according to Crist-Kolder Associates as cited in the Wall Street Journal, at the top 668 companies in the United States, only 27 Chief Financial Officers are African-American, Hispanic, or of Asian descent; Whereas underrepresented groups contain members with the necessary abilities, experience, and qualifications for any position available; Whereas business practices such as the Rooney Rule or the RLJ Rule are neither an employment quota nor Federal law but rather a voluntary initiative instituted by willing entities to provide the human resources necessary to ensure success; Whereas experience has shown that people of all genders, colors, and physical abilities can achieve excellence; Whereas increased involvement of underrepresented workers would improve the economy of the United States and the experience of the people of the United States; and Whereas ensuring the increased exposure and resulting increased advancement of diverse qualified candidates would result in gains by all people of the United States through stronger economic opportunities: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate encourages corporate, academic, and social entities, regardless of size or field of operation, to— (1) develop an internal rule modeled after a successful business practice such as the Rooney Rule or RLJ Rule and, in accordance with title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq. ), adapt that rule to specifications that will best fit the procedures of the individual entity; and (2) institute the individualized Rooney Rule or RLJ Rule to ensure that the entity will always consider candidates from underrepresented populations before making a final decision when searching for a business vendor or filling leadership position. |
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S. RES. 512
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 23, 2014
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Mr. Vitter
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(for himself,
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Mr. Cornyn
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
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<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
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<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
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<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
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<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S343">
Mr. Boozman
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S212">
Mr. Coats
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S254">
Mr. Enzi
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<cosponsor name-id="S260">
Mr. Roberts
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<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
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Mr. Risch
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Mr. McConnell
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<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
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<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
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<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
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Mr. Barrasso
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Ms. Murkowski
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<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mr. Coburn
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<cosponsor name-id="S184">
Mr. Shelby
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<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
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<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
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<cosponsor name-id="S305">
Mr. Isakson
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<cosponsor name-id="S346">
Mr. Lee
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<cosponsor name-id="S355">
Mr. Cruz
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
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Mr. Kirk
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Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Environmental Protection Agency and the proposed
rules and guidelines relating to carbon dioxide emissions from power
plants.
</official-title>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this preamble as the
<quote>
EPA
</quote>
) proposed rules entitled
<quote>
Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units
</quote>
(79 Fed. Reg. 34830 (June 18, 2014)), and
<quote>
Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Generating
Units
</quote>
(79 Fed. Reg. 34960 (June 18, 2014)), in furtherance of the President’s Climate Action Plan of
June 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the proposed rules would result in a Federal takeover of the electricity system of the
United States leading to significant increases in electricity rates and
additional energy costs for consumers and elimination of access to
abundant, affordable power, putting the manufacturing of the United
States at a competitive disadvantage, threatening the diversity and
reliability of the electricity supply, and undermining energy security;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased energy costs will, as always, fall most heavily on the elderly, the poor, and
individuals on fixed incomes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased energy costs also result in job losses and damage families, businesses, and local
institutions such as hospitals and schools;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in the haste of the Administration to drive coal and eventually natural gas from the energy
generation portfolio, the Administration has gone beyond the plain reading
of the Clean Air Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/42/7401">
42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.
</external-xref>
), disregarding whether the
EPA has the legal authority to propose and finalize rules and guidelines
that include elements
from the cap-and-trade program rejected by the United States Senate in
June 2008;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas including emissions sources beyond the power plant fence as opposed to only emissions
sources inside the power plant fence creates a cap-and-trade program;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the President noted in the wake of the initial failure of the proposed cap-and-trade
program,
<quote>
There are many ways to skin a cat
</quote>
, demonstrating that the
Administration seems determined to accomplish administratively what fails
to be achieved through the legislative process;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas at a time when manufacturers are shifting production from overseas to the United States and
investing billions of dollars in the process, an Administration with a
poor management record decided to embark on a plan that will result in
energy rationing, pitting power plants against refineries, chemical
plants, and paper mills for the ability to operate under the emissions
requirements of the EPA;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas after adopting similar carbon constraints, European countries experienced skyrocketing
energy costs, economic decline, and a lower standard of living;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Australia repealed a carbon tax because Australia found that the carbon
tax eliminated jobs, increased the cost of living for families, and did
not benefit the environment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the proposed rules mandate renewable energy use and initiate demand destruction to shrink
energy production and usage, which will result in reduced economic
opportunity at the State level, forcing States to pick winners and losers
and choose between economic growth and energy affordability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas history demonstrates that at the end of the rulemaking process, the EPA will use its
authority to constrain State preferences on program design, potentially
even dictating policies that restrict when families of the United States
can do laundry or run the air-conditioning;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas impositions by the EPA almost guarantee that costs will be maximized and passed along to
ratepayers, the size and scope of the Federal Government will expand, and
the role of the States in the system of cooperative federalism will
continue to diminish;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the EPA failed to provide a complete assessment of the economic costs imposed by the
proposed rules or the benefits that may result;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas benefits from the proposed rules (as measured by reductions in global average temperature,
reductions in the rate of sea level rise, increases in sea ice, or any
other measurement related to climate change) will be essentially zero;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2009, former EPA Administrator, Lisa Jackson testified that
<quote>
U.S. action alone would
not impact world CO
<subscript>
2
</subscript>
levels.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on June 18, 2014, former EPA Administrator William Reilly testified that
<quote>
Absent action by
China, Brazil, India and other fast-growing economies, what we do alone
will not suffice.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China remains the largest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world with increasing emissions
rates;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China continues to pursue aggressive economic growth, and estimates indicate that China
will pass the United States as the largest economy in the world by 2016;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas while the Junior Senator from Massachusetts, now Secretary of State John Kerry, said
<quote>
[W]e
need to have an agreement that does not leave enormous components of the
world’s contributors and future contributors of this problem out of the
solution
</quote>
: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That it is the sense of the Senate that—
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(1)
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the proposed rule of the Environmental Protection Agency entitled
<quote>
Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units
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the proposed rule of the Environmental Protection Agency entitled
<quote>
Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Generating
Units
</quote>
(79 Fed. Reg. 34960 (June 18, 2014)), should be withdrawn.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 512 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Mr. Vitter (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Thune , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Crapo , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Sessions , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Coats , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Risch , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Moran , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Barrasso , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Shelby , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Lee , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Alexander , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Environmental Protection Agency and the proposed rules and guidelines relating to carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.
Whereas the Environmental Protection Agency (referred to in this preamble as the EPA ) proposed rules entitled Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units (79 Fed. Reg. 34830 (June 18, 2014)), and Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units (79 Fed. Reg. 34960 (June 18, 2014)), in furtherance of the President’s Climate Action Plan of June 2013; Whereas the proposed rules would result in a Federal takeover of the electricity system of the United States leading to significant increases in electricity rates and additional energy costs for consumers and elimination of access to abundant, affordable power, putting the manufacturing of the United States at a competitive disadvantage, threatening the diversity and reliability of the electricity supply, and undermining energy security; Whereas increased energy costs will, as always, fall most heavily on the elderly, the poor, and individuals on fixed incomes; Whereas increased energy costs also result in job losses and damage families, businesses, and local institutions such as hospitals and schools; Whereas in the haste of the Administration to drive coal and eventually natural gas from the energy generation portfolio, the Administration has gone beyond the plain reading of the Clean Air Act ( 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. ), disregarding whether the EPA has the legal authority to propose and finalize rules and guidelines that include elements from the cap-and-trade program rejected by the United States Senate in June 2008; Whereas including emissions sources beyond the power plant fence as opposed to only emissions sources inside the power plant fence creates a cap-and-trade program; Whereas the President noted in the wake of the initial failure of the proposed cap-and-trade program, There are many ways to skin a cat , demonstrating that the Administration seems determined to accomplish administratively what fails to be achieved through the legislative process; Whereas at a time when manufacturers are shifting production from overseas to the United States and investing billions of dollars in the process, an Administration with a poor management record decided to embark on a plan that will result in energy rationing, pitting power plants against refineries, chemical plants, and paper mills for the ability to operate under the emissions requirements of the EPA; Whereas after adopting similar carbon constraints, European countries experienced skyrocketing energy costs, economic decline, and a lower standard of living; Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Australia repealed a carbon tax because Australia found that the carbon tax eliminated jobs, increased the cost of living for families, and did not benefit the environment; Whereas the proposed rules mandate renewable energy use and initiate demand destruction to shrink energy production and usage, which will result in reduced economic opportunity at the State level, forcing States to pick winners and losers and choose between economic growth and energy affordability; Whereas history demonstrates that at the end of the rulemaking process, the EPA will use its authority to constrain State preferences on program design, potentially even dictating policies that restrict when families of the United States can do laundry or run the air-conditioning; Whereas impositions by the EPA almost guarantee that costs will be maximized and passed along to ratepayers, the size and scope of the Federal Government will expand, and the role of the States in the system of cooperative federalism will continue to diminish; Whereas the EPA failed to provide a complete assessment of the economic costs imposed by the proposed rules or the benefits that may result; Whereas benefits from the proposed rules (as measured by reductions in global average temperature, reductions in the rate of sea level rise, increases in sea ice, or any other measurement related to climate change) will be essentially zero; Whereas, in 2009, former EPA Administrator, Lisa Jackson testified that U.S. action alone would not impact world CO 2 levels. ; Whereas on June 18, 2014, former EPA Administrator William Reilly testified that Absent action by China, Brazil, India and other fast-growing economies, what we do alone will not suffice. ; Whereas China remains the largest emitter of carbon dioxide in the world with increasing emissions rates; Whereas China continues to pursue aggressive economic growth, and estimates indicate that China will pass the United States as the largest economy in the world by 2016; and Whereas while the Junior Senator from Massachusetts, now Secretary of State John Kerry, said [W]e need to have an agreement that does not leave enormous components of the world’s contributors and future contributors of this problem out of the solution : Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the proposed rule of the Environmental Protection Agency entitled Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units (79 Fed. Reg. 34830 (June 18, 2014)), should be withdrawn; and (2) the proposed rule of the Environmental Protection Agency entitled Carbon Pollution Standards for Modified and Reconstructed Stationary Sources: Electric Generating Units (79 Fed. Reg. 34960 (June 18, 2014)), should be withdrawn. |
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S. RES. 513
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 23, 2014
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Mr. Cardin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S323">
Mr. Risch
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Mr. Kirk
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Mr. Murphy
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Mr. Durbin
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Mrs. Shaheen
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<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Portman
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Honoring the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
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Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during
World War II during which citizens of Poland, against all odds, fought
against the Nazi occupation of Warsaw;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly
homemade weapons, rose up against the Nazis to fight the nationwide
occupation of Poland by Nazi Germany;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship,
retribution, and personal sacrifice, and during which approximately
250,000 Poles were killed, wounded, or went missing;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85
percent of the city of Warsaw in ruins, including many historical
buildings and monuments;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for
freedom and democracy; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution
to Allied war efforts during World War II and those actions continue to
be respected and remembered throughout Poland: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World
War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human
spirit.
</text>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 513 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself, Mr. Cardin , Mr. Risch , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Portman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment July 31, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during World War II during which citizens of Poland, against all odds, fought against the Nazi occupation of Warsaw; Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly homemade weapons, rose up against the Nazis to fight the nationwide occupation of Poland by Nazi Germany; Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship, retribution, and personal sacrifice, and during which approximately 250,000 Poles were killed, wounded, or went missing; Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85 percent of the city of Warsaw in ruins, including many historical buildings and monuments; Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for freedom and democracy; and Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution to Allied war efforts during World War II and those actions continue to be respected and remembered throughout Poland: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit. |
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Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during
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Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly
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Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship,
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Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85
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Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for
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Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution
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That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 513 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself, Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Risch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Honoring the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during World War II during which citizens of Poland, against all odds, fought against the Nazi occupation of Warsaw; Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly homemade weapons, rose up against the Nazis to fight the nationwide occupation of Poland by Nazi Germany; Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship, retribution, and personal sacrifice, and during which approximately 250,000 Poles were killed, wounded, or went missing; Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85 percent of the city of Warsaw in ruins, including many historical buildings and monuments; Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for freedom and democracy; and Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution to Allied war efforts during World War II and those actions continue to be respected and remembered throughout Poland: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit. |
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Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during
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Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly
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occupation of Poland by Nazi Germany;
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Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship,
retribution, and personal sacrifice, and during which approximately
250,000 Poles were killed, wounded, or went missing;
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Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85
percent of the city of Warsaw in ruins, including many historical
buildings and monuments;
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Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for
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Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution
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That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World
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| III Calendar No. 496 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 513 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself, Mr. Cardin , Mr. Risch , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Honoring the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising.
Whereas August 1, 2014, marks the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a heroic event during World War II during which citizens of Poland, against all odds, fought against the Nazi occupation of Warsaw; Whereas, on August 1, 1944, the Polish Home Army, with limited supplies and armed with mostly homemade weapons, rose up against the Nazis to fight the nationwide occupation of Poland by Nazi Germany; Whereas the Polish resistance fought German forces for 63 days, suffering extreme hardship, retribution, and personal sacrifice, and during which approximately 250,000 Poles were killed, wounded, or went missing; Whereas Adolf Hitler ordered the destruction of Warsaw as punishment for the uprising, leaving 85 percent of the city of Warsaw in ruins, including many historical buildings and monuments; Whereas the actions of the Polish resistance inspire people throughout the world who fight for freedom and democracy; and Whereas the actions of the Polish people during the Warsaw Uprising were a significant contribution to Allied war efforts during World War II and those actions continue to be respected and remembered throughout Poland: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, which occurred during World War II and serves as a symbol of heroism and the power of the human spirit.
July 29, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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113 SRES 514 ATS: Designating the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as “National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week”.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 23, 2014
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Mr. Merkley
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics are nonprofit, community-based health care sites that offer
primary care and wellness services based on the nursing model;
</text>
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<text>
Whereas the nursing model emphasizes the protection, promotion, and optimization of health, the
prevention of illness, the alleviation of suffering, and the diagnosis and
treatment of illness;
</text>
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics are led by advanced practice nurses and staffed by an
interdisciplinary team of highly qualified health care professionals;
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics offer a broad scope of services, including treatment for acute
and chronic illnesses, routine physical exams, immunizations for adults
and children, disease screenings, health education, prenatal care, dental
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Whereas, as of March 2014, approximately 500 nurse-managed health clinics provided care across the
United States and recorded more than 2,500,000 patient encounters
annually;
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics serve a unique dual role as both health care safety net access
points and health workforce development sites, given that the majority of
nurse-managed health clinics are affiliated with schools of nursing and
serve as clinical education sites for students entering the health
profession;
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics strengthen the health care safety net by expanding access to
primary care and chronic disease management services for vulnerable and
medically underserved populations in diverse rural, urban, and suburban
communities;
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Whereas research has shown that nurse-managed health clinics experience high patient retention and
patient satisfaction rates and nurse-managed health clinic patients
experience higher rates of generic medication fills and lower
hospitalization rates when compared to similar safety net providers;
</text>
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Whereas the 2010 report of the Institute of Medicine entitled “The Future of Nursing: Leading
Change, Advancing Health,” highlights the work nurse-managed health
clinics are doing to reduce health disparities by bringing evidence-based
care to individuals who may not otherwise receive needed services; and
</text>
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Whereas nurse-managed health clinics offering both primary care and wellness services provide
quality care in a cost-effective manner: Now, therefore, be it
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designates the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as
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National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week
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supports the ideals and goals of National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week; and
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encourages the continued support of nurse-managed health clinics so that nurse-managed health
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continue to serve as health care workforce development sites for the next
generation of primary care providers.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 514 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Mr. Merkley (for himself and Mr. Alexander ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week .
Whereas nurse-managed health clinics are nonprofit, community-based health care sites that offer primary care and wellness services based on the nursing model; Whereas the nursing model emphasizes the protection, promotion, and optimization of health, the prevention of illness, the alleviation of suffering, and the diagnosis and treatment of illness; Whereas nurse-managed health clinics are led by advanced practice nurses and staffed by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified health care professionals; Whereas nurse-managed health clinics offer a broad scope of services, including treatment for acute and chronic illnesses, routine physical exams, immunizations for adults and children, disease screenings, health education, prenatal care, dental care, and drug and alcohol treatment; Whereas, as of March 2014, approximately 500 nurse-managed health clinics provided care across the United States and recorded more than 2,500,000 patient encounters annually; Whereas nurse-managed health clinics serve a unique dual role as both health care safety net access points and health workforce development sites, given that the majority of nurse-managed health clinics are affiliated with schools of nursing and serve as clinical education sites for students entering the health profession; Whereas nurse-managed health clinics strengthen the health care safety net by expanding access to primary care and chronic disease management services for vulnerable and medically underserved populations in diverse rural, urban, and suburban communities; Whereas research has shown that nurse-managed health clinics experience high patient retention and patient satisfaction rates and nurse-managed health clinic patients experience higher rates of generic medication fills and lower hospitalization rates when compared to similar safety net providers; Whereas the 2010 report of the Institute of Medicine entitled “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” highlights the work nurse-managed health clinics are doing to reduce health disparities by bringing evidence-based care to individuals who may not otherwise receive needed services; and Whereas nurse-managed health clinics offering both primary care and wellness services provide quality care in a cost-effective manner: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of August 10 through August 16, 2014, as National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week ; (2) supports the ideals and goals of National Nurse-Managed Health Clinic Week; and (3) encourages the continued support of nurse-managed health clinics so that nurse-managed health clinics may continue to serve as health care workforce development sites for the next generation of primary care providers. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 23, 2014
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Designating July 24, 2014, as
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Whereas chronic diseases impose high costs in the United States in the forms of human capital,
medical expenditures, and economic productivity;
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<whereas>
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Whereas chronic diseases are the leading cause of disability and death in the United States, and
chronic diseases account for 7 out of 10 deaths in the United States;
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Whereas approximately 25 percent of individuals with a chronic disease have some limitation on
daily living activities and may be restricted from working or attending
school;
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Whereas chronic diseases account for $3 of every $4 spent on health care in the United States,
including—
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$432,000,000,000 spent annually on heart disease and stroke;
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(2)
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$174,000,000,000 spent annually on diabetes;
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(3)
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$154,000,000,000 spent annually on lung disease; and
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(4)
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$148,000,000,000 spent annually on Alzheimer's Disease;
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Whereas the adoption of proactive healthy behaviors and lifestyles by individuals will materially
reduce the burden of chronic diseases in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas it is not possible to meet the enormous challenges presented by chronic diseases, the
aging of the population, and other demographic changes without engaging
individuals to be active participants in maintaining their health and
well-being;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas self-care can reduce the human and economic costs of chronic diseases, help individuals
achieve better overall health, and prevent or delay many diseases;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas self-care includes simple actions that individuals can take for themselves and their
families to stay healthy, treat minor illnesses, and prevent or manage
long-term conditions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas self-care entails a lifelong habit and culture of—
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making healthy lifestyle choices on a daily basis;
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practicing good hygiene to prevent infection and illness;
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(3)
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avoiding unhealthy and risky actions;
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monitoring for signs and symptoms of changes in health;
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taking care of minor ailments; and
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knowing when to consult a doctor, pharmacist, or other health care professional;
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Whereas individuals need greater access to tools that enable better self-care, including those
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Whereas over-the-counter medicines (commonly known as
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self-care medicines
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diseases;
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<text>
Whereas every $1 spent on over-the-counter medicines in the United States each year saves the
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<text>
Whereas self-care and the responsible use of over-the-counter medicines can help individuals avoid
unnecessary visits to health care professionals, easing the burden on
those health care professionals;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas self-care empowers individuals with higher self-esteem, improves wellness, and reduces the
use of health care services;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas individuals in the United States have not sufficiently taken advantage of the potential
of self-care to improve health, reduce the burden of chronic disease, and
strengthen the sustainability of the health care system in the United
States;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas achieving the full potential of self-care is the shared responsibility of consumers,
policymakers, regulators, and health care professionals:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates July 24, 2014, as
<quote>
International Self-Care Day
</quote>
;
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<enum>
(2)
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recognizes the importance of improving awareness of self-care and the value self-care represents
for the people of the United States;
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<enum>
(3)
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encourages patients, government officials, health care professionals, manufacturers and providers
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International Self-Care Day
</quote>
to highlight the benefits of self-care; and
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<enum>
(4)
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acknowledges that
<quote>
International Self-Care Day
</quote>
is recognized by health care organizations and parties with an interest in health care around the
world.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 515 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Roberts ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 24, 2014, as International Self-Care Day .
Whereas chronic diseases impose high costs in the United States in the forms of human capital, medical expenditures, and economic productivity; Whereas chronic diseases are the leading cause of disability and death in the United States, and chronic diseases account for 7 out of 10 deaths in the United States; Whereas approximately 25 percent of individuals with a chronic disease have some limitation on daily living activities and may be restricted from working or attending school; Whereas chronic diseases account for $3 of every $4 spent on health care in the United States, including— (1) $432,000,000,000 spent annually on heart disease and stroke; (2) $174,000,000,000 spent annually on diabetes; (3) $154,000,000,000 spent annually on lung disease; and (4) $148,000,000,000 spent annually on Alzheimer's Disease; Whereas the adoption of proactive healthy behaviors and lifestyles by individuals will materially reduce the burden of chronic diseases in the United States; Whereas it is not possible to meet the enormous challenges presented by chronic diseases, the aging of the population, and other demographic changes without engaging individuals to be active participants in maintaining their health and well-being; Whereas self-care can reduce the human and economic costs of chronic diseases, help individuals achieve better overall health, and prevent or delay many diseases; Whereas self-care includes simple actions that individuals can take for themselves and their families to stay healthy, treat minor illnesses, and prevent or manage long-term conditions; Whereas self-care entails a lifelong habit and culture of— (1) making healthy lifestyle choices on a daily basis; (2) practicing good hygiene to prevent infection and illness; (3) avoiding unhealthy and risky actions; (4) monitoring for signs and symptoms of changes in health; (5) taking care of minor ailments; and (6) knowing when to consult a doctor, pharmacist, or other health care professional; Whereas individuals need greater access to tools that enable better self-care, including those that improve health literacy, promote good nutrition and overall wellness, facilitate physical activity, and prevent and manage chronic diseases; Whereas over-the-counter medicines (commonly known as self-care medicines in other regions of the world) are some of the most important self-care tools, and help individuals improve wellness, treat everyday ailments, and prevent chronic diseases; Whereas every $1 spent on over-the-counter medicines in the United States each year saves the health care system in the United States $6 to $7, accounting for $102,000,000,000 in annual savings relative to treatment alternatives; Whereas self-care and the responsible use of over-the-counter medicines can help individuals avoid unnecessary visits to health care professionals, easing the burden on those health care professionals; Whereas self-care empowers individuals with higher self-esteem, improves wellness, and reduces the use of health care services; Whereas individuals in the United States have not sufficiently taken advantage of the potential of self-care to improve health, reduce the burden of chronic disease, and strengthen the sustainability of the health care system in the United States; and Whereas achieving the full potential of self-care is the shared responsibility of consumers, policymakers, regulators, and health care professionals: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates July 24, 2014, as International Self-Care Day ; (2) recognizes the importance of improving awareness of self-care and the value self-care represents for the people of the United States; (3) encourages patients, government officials, health care professionals, manufacturers and providers of medical products, and the media to use International Self-Care Day to highlight the benefits of self-care; and (4) acknowledges that International Self-Care Day is recognized by health care organizations and parties with an interest in health care around the world. |
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State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill
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Dakota, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from two
employees in the Bismarck, North Dakota office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp,
and a video recording from that office;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2
U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to
represent current or former employees of the Senate with respect to any
subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official
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Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of
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Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such
control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and
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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
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That Megan Carranza and Jane Opdahl, employees in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any
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The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent employees of Senator Heitkamp's office in
connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of
this resolution.
</text>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 516 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 23, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony, document production, and representation in State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill .
Whereas, in the case of State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill , Crim. No. 08–2014–CR–01545, pending in South Central Judicial District Court in Bismarck, North Dakota, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from two employees in the Bismarck, North Dakota office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and a video recording from that office; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current or former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
That Megan Carranza and Jane Opdahl, employees in the Office of Senator Heidi Heitkamp, and any other current or former employee of the Senator's office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, are authorized to produce documents and provide testimony in the case of State of North Dakota v. Beatrice Quill , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent employees of Senator Heitkamp's office in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of this resolution. |
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Whereas, on July 17, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution supporting
Israel’s absolute right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of
the State of Israel, condemning the actions of Hamas, and calling for the
President of the Palestinian Authority to dissolve the unity government
with Hamas;
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<text>
Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired over 1,800 rockets at Israel;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas has used a system of tunnels to smuggle weapons and launch attacks on Israel;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since ground operations in Gaza began, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have discovered 28
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</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Iron Dome system has saved countless lives inside Israel;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, consistent with Article 51 of the United Nations charter, which recognizes a nation’s
right to self-defense,
Israel must be allowed to take any actions necessary to remove those
threats;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the IDF has used text messages, leaflet drops, phone calls, and other methods to clear out
areas and avoid unnecessary civilian casualties;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas uses civilians in Gaza as human shields by placing missile launchers next to schools,
hospitals, mosques, and private homes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas’ interior ministry has called on residents of Gaza to ignore IDF warning to get out
of
harm’s way; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas any effort to broker a ceasefire agreement that does not eliminate those threats cannot be
sustained in the long run and will leave Israel vulnerable to future
attacks: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the
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calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel;
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(6)
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opposes any efforts to impose a cease fire that does not allow for the Government of Israel to
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its citizens from threats posed by Hamas rockets and tunnels; and
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<enum>
(7)
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calls on Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 517 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Graham (for himself, Mr. Schumer , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing support for Israel's right to defend itself and calling on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel.
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution supporting Israel’s absolute right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel, condemning the actions of Hamas, and calling for the President of the Palestinian Authority to dissolve the unity government with Hamas; Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired over 1,800 rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas has used a system of tunnels to smuggle weapons and launch attacks on Israel; Whereas, since ground operations in Gaza began, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have discovered 28 of these tunnels whose only purpose is to kill and kidnap Israelis; Whereas Hamas’ weapons arsenal includes approximately 12,000 rockets that vary in range; Whereas innocent Israeli civilians are indiscriminately targeted by Hamas rocket attacks; Whereas 5,000,000 Israelis are currently living under the threat of rocket attacks from Gaza; Whereas the Iron Dome system has saved countless lives inside Israel; Whereas, consistent with Article 51 of the United Nations charter, which recognizes a nation’s right to self-defense, Israel must be allowed to take any actions necessary to remove those threats; Whereas the IDF has used text messages, leaflet drops, phone calls, and other methods to clear out areas and avoid unnecessary civilian casualties; Whereas Hamas uses civilians in Gaza as human shields by placing missile launchers next to schools, hospitals, mosques, and private homes; Whereas Hamas’ interior ministry has called on residents of Gaza to ignore IDF warning to get out of harm’s way; and Whereas any effort to broker a ceasefire agreement that does not eliminate those threats cannot be sustained in the long run and will leave Israel vulnerable to future attacks: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel; (2) calls on the United Nations Secretary General to immediately condemn the terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel; (3) urges the international community to condemn the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel; (4) recognizes that the Government of Israel must be allowed to take actions necessary to remove the present and future threats posed by Hamas’ rockets and tunnels; (5) calls on Hamas to immediately cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel; (6) opposes any efforts to impose a cease fire that does not allow for the Government of Israel to protect its citizens from threats posed by Hamas rockets and tunnels; and (7) calls on Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields. |
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Designating the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as
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Whereas case management is a collaborative process of assessment, education, planning,
facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the goal of case management is to meet the health needs of the patient and the family of
the patient, while respecting and assuring the right of the patient to
self-determination through communication and other available resources in
order to promote high-quality, cost-effective outcomes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas case managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status, guide
patients on ways to improve their health, and provide cohesion with other
professionals on the health care delivery team;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America work
diligently to raise awareness about the broad range of services case
managers offer and to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers
on the improved patient outcomes that case management services can
provide;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas through National Case Management Week, the American Case Management Association and the
Case Management Society of America aim to continue to educate providers,
payers, regulators, and consumers about how vital case managers are to the
successful delivery of health care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America will
celebrate National Case Management Week during the week of October 12
through October 18, 2014, in order to recognize case managers as an
essential link to patients receiving quality health care; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas it is appropriate to recognize the many achievements of case managers in improving health
care outcomes: Now, therefore, be it
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designates the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as
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National Case Management Week
</quote>
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recognizes the role of case management in providing successful and cost-effective health care; and
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encourages the people of the United States to observe National Case Management Week and learn about
the field of case management.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 518 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Pryor (for himself and Mr. Boozman ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week to recognize the role of case management in improving health care outcomes for patients.
Whereas case management is a collaborative process of assessment, education, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy; Whereas the goal of case management is to meet the health needs of the patient and the family of the patient, while respecting and assuring the right of the patient to self-determination through communication and other available resources in order to promote high-quality, cost-effective outcomes; Whereas case managers are advocates who help patients understand their current health status, guide patients on ways to improve their health, and provide cohesion with other professionals on the health care delivery team; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America work diligently to raise awareness about the broad range of services case managers offer and to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers on the improved patient outcomes that case management services can provide; Whereas through National Case Management Week, the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America aim to continue to educate providers, payers, regulators, and consumers about how vital case managers are to the successful delivery of health care; Whereas the American Case Management Association and the Case Management Society of America will celebrate National Case Management Week during the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, in order to recognize case managers as an essential link to patients receiving quality health care; and Whereas it is appropriate to recognize the many achievements of case managers in improving health care outcomes: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 12 through October 18, 2014, as National Case Management Week ; (2) recognizes the role of case management in providing successful and cost-effective health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe National Case Management Week and learn about the field of case management. |
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July 24, 2014
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Ms. Murkowski
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Reid
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,
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Mr. McConnell
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Mrs. Hagan
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. Blumenthal
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Mrs. Murray
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Mr. Manchin
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,
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Mr. Casey
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,
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Mr. Rubio
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Burr
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Mr. Begich
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Moran
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Mr. Cochran
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Mr. Tester
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Mr. Walsh
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Designating August 16, 2014, as
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National Airborne Day
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Whereas the members of the airborne forces of the Armed
Forces of the United States have a long and honorable history as bold and
fierce warriors who, for the national security of the United States and
the
defense of freedom and peace, project the ground combat power of the
United
States by air transport to the far reaches of the battle area and to the
far
corners of the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the experiment of the United States with airborne
operations began on June 25, 1940, when the Army Parachute Test Platoon
was
first authorized by the Department of War, and 48 volunteers began
training in
July 1940;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas August 16 marks the anniversary of the first
official Army parachute jump, which took place on August 16, 1940, to test
the
innovative concept of inserting United States ground combat forces behind
a
battle line by means of a parachute;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the success of the Army Parachute Test Platoon in
the days immediately before the entry of the United States into World War
II
validated the airborne operational concept and led to the creation of a
formidable force of airborne formations that included the 11
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
, 13
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
,
17
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
,
82
<superscript>
nd
</superscript>
, and 101
<superscript>
st
</superscript>
Airborne Divisions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, included in those divisions, and among other
separate formations, were many airborne combat, combat support, and combat
service support units that served with distinction and achieved repeated
success in armed hostilities during World War II;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the achievements of the airborne units during
World War II prompted the evolution of those units into a diversified
force of
parachute and air-assault units that, over the years, have fought in
Korea,
Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, the Persian Gulf region, and Somalia, and have
engaged in peacekeeping operations in Lebanon, the Sinai Peninsula, the
Dominican Republic, Haiti, Bosnia, and Kosovo;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since the terrorist attacks of September 11,
2001, the members of the United States airborne forces, including members
of
the XVIII Airborne Corps, the 82
<superscript>
nd
</superscript>
Airborne Division, the 101
<superscript>
st
</superscript>
Airborne
Division, the 173
<superscript>
rd
</superscript>
Airborne Brigade Combat Team, the 4
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Brigade Combat
Team
(Airborne) of the 25
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Infantry Division, the 75
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Ranger Regiment,
special
operations forces of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force, and
other
units of the Armed Forces, have demonstrated bravery and honor in combat,
stability, and training operations in Afghanistan and Iraq;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the modern-day airborne forces also include other
elite forces composed of airborne trained and qualified special operations
warriors, including Army Special Forces, Marine Corps Reconnaissance
units,
Navy SEALs, and Air Force combat control and pararescue teams;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, of the members and former members of the United
States airborne forces, thousands have achieved the distinction of making
combat jumps, dozens have earned the Medal of Honor, and hundreds have
earned
the Distinguished Service Cross, the Silver Star, or other decorations and
awards for displays of heroism, gallantry, intrepidity, and valor;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the members and former members of the United
States airborne forces are all members of a proud and honorable tradition
that,
together with the special skills and achievements of those members,
distinguishes the members as intrepid combat parachutists, air assault
forces,
special operation forces, and, in the past, glider troops;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas individuals from every State of the United States
have served gallantly in the airborne forces, and each State is proud of
the
contributions of its paratrooper veterans during the many conflicts faced
by
the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the history and achievements of the members and
former members of the United States airborne forces warrant special
expressions
of the gratitude of the people of the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since the airborne forces, past and present,
celebrate August 16 as the anniversary of the first official jump by the
Army
Parachute Test Platoon, August 16 is an appropriate day to recognize as
National Airborne Day: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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designates August
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calls on the
people of the United States to observe National Airborne Day with
appropriate
programs, ceremonies, and activities.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 519 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Ms. Murkowski (for herself, Mr. Reed , Mr. Reid , Mr. McConnell , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Blumenthal , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Casey , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Burr , Mr. Begich , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Moran , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Tester , and Mr. Walsh ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating August 16, 2014, as National Airborne Day .
Whereas the members of the airborne forces of the Armed Forces of the United States have a long and honorable history as bold and fierce warriors who, for the national security of the United States and the defense of freedom and peace, project the ground combat power of the United States by air transport to the far reaches of the battle area and to the far corners of the world; Whereas the experiment of the United States with airborne operations began on June 25, 1940, when the Army Parachute Test Platoon was first authorized by the Department of War, and 48 volunteers began training in July 1940; Whereas August 16 marks the anniversary of the first official Army parachute jump, which took place on August 16, 1940, to test the innovative concept of inserting United States ground combat forces behind a battle line by means of a parachute; Whereas the success of the Army Parachute Test Platoon in the days immediately before the entry of the United States into World War II validated the airborne operational concept and led to the creation of a formidable force of airborne formations that included the 11 th , 13 th , 17 th , 82 nd , and 101 st Airborne Divisions; Whereas, included in those divisions, and among other separate formations, were many airborne combat, combat support, and combat service support units that served with distinction and achieved repeated success in armed hostilities during World War II; Whereas the achievements of the airborne units during World War II prompted the evolution of those units into a diversified force of parachute and air-assault units that, over the years, have fought in Korea, Vietnam, Grenada, Panama, the Persian Gulf region, and Somalia, and have engaged in peacekeeping operations in Lebanon, the Sinai Peninsula, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Bosnia, and Kosovo; Whereas, since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the members of the United States airborne forces, including members of the XVIII Airborne Corps, the 82 nd Airborne Division, the 101 st Airborne Division, the 173 rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, the 4 th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne) of the 25 th Infantry Division, the 75 th Ranger Regiment, special operations forces of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, and Air Force, and other units of the Armed Forces, have demonstrated bravery and honor in combat, stability, and training operations in Afghanistan and Iraq; Whereas the modern-day airborne forces also include other elite forces composed of airborne trained and qualified special operations warriors, including Army Special Forces, Marine Corps Reconnaissance units, Navy SEALs, and Air Force combat control and pararescue teams; Whereas, of the members and former members of the United States airborne forces, thousands have achieved the distinction of making combat jumps, dozens have earned the Medal of Honor, and hundreds have earned the Distinguished Service Cross, the Silver Star, or other decorations and awards for displays of heroism, gallantry, intrepidity, and valor; Whereas the members and former members of the United States airborne forces are all members of a proud and honorable tradition that, together with the special skills and achievements of those members, distinguishes the members as intrepid combat parachutists, air assault forces, special operation forces, and, in the past, glider troops; Whereas individuals from every State of the United States have served gallantly in the airborne forces, and each State is proud of the contributions of its paratrooper veterans during the many conflicts faced by the United States; Whereas the history and achievements of the members and former members of the United States airborne forces warrant special expressions of the gratitude of the people of the United States; and Whereas, since the airborne forces, past and present, celebrate August 16 as the anniversary of the first official jump by the Army Parachute Test Platoon, August 16 is an appropriate day to recognize as National Airborne Day: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates August 16, 2014, as National Airborne Day ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to observe National Airborne Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. |
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Mr. Durbin
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Condemning the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and expressing condolences to the families of
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Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 tragically crashed in eastern Ukraine,
killing all 298 passengers and crew, including 80 children;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible
assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of
the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation
Safety Board;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired
from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists have shot down more than 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting
down another
aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17
crashed in eastern Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72
hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing
evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation
to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the
Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters,
including training on air defense systems;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk
from dangerous instability in Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the
downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those
responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with
efforts to establish accountability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted,
<quote>
Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European
knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of
Europe’s neighbors.
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and
Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to
end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the
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expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands,
Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the
Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand;
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supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17,
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calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and
fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for
Security and
Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the
border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently
underway; and
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urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the
Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine
through the use of increased sanctions.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 520 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Murphy (for himself, Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Durbin , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment July 31, 2014 Considered and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Condemning the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and expressing condolences to the families of the victims.
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 tragically crashed in eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 passengers and crew, including 80 children; Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation Safety Board; Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists; Whereas separatists have shot down more than 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting down another aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 crashed in eastern Ukraine; Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72 hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled; Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters, including training on air defense systems; Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk from dangerous instability in Ukraine; Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with efforts to establish accountability; Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted, Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of Europe’s neighbors. ; and Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the deaths of all 298 passengers and crew; (2) expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand; (3) supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17, including unobstructed access to the crash site; (4) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently underway; and (5) urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine through the use of increased sanctions. |
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible
assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of
the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation
Safety Board;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired
from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists have shot down 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting down another
aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17
crashed in eastern Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72
hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing
evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation
to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the
Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters,
including training on air defense systems;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk
from dangerous instability in Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the
downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those
responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with
efforts to establish accountability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted,
<quote>
Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European
knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of
Europe’s neighbors.
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and
Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to
end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the
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expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands,
Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the
Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand;
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supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17,
including unobstructed access to the crash site;
</text>
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<enum>
(4)
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calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and
fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for
Security and
Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the
border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently
underway; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idDD670F43AC914456A68C3574E2A398FF">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the
Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine
through the use of increased sanctions.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 520 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Murphy (for himself and Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and expressing condolences to the families of the victims.
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 tragically crashed in eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 passengers and crew, including 80 children; Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation Safety Board; Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists; Whereas separatists have shot down 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting down another aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 crashed in eastern Ukraine; Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72 hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled; Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters, including training on air defense systems; Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk from dangerous instability in Ukraine; Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with efforts to establish accountability; Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted, Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of Europe’s neighbors. ; and Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the deaths of all 298 passengers and crew; (2) expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand; (3) supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17, including unobstructed access to the crash site; (4) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently underway; and (5) urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine through the use of increased sanctions. |
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Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 tragically crashed in eastern Ukraine,
killing all 298 passengers and crew, including 80 children;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible
assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of
the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation
Safety Board;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired
from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists have shot down 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting down another
aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17
crashed in eastern Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72
hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing
evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation
to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the
Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters,
including training on air defense systems;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk
from dangerous instability in Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the
downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those
responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with
efforts to establish accountability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted,
<quote>
Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European
knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of
Europe’s neighbors.
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and
Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to
end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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(1)
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condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the
deaths of all 298 passengers and crew;
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expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands,
Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the
Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand;
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supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17,
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calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and
fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for
Security and
Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the
border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently
underway; and
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urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the
Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine
through the use of increased sanctions.
</text>
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<action-date>
July 29, 2014
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Reported without amendment
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| III Calendar No. 497 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 520 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Murphy (for himself, Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Durbin , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Condemning the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 and expressing condolences to the families of the victims.
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 tragically crashed in eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 passengers and crew, including 80 children; Whereas President Barack Obama has offered President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko all possible assistance to determine the cause of the crash, including the services of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Transportation Safety Board; Whereas intelligence analysis shows that the plane was shot down by an antiaircraft missile fired from an area controlled by pro-Russian separatists; Whereas separatists have shot down 10 additional aircraft and took credit for shooting down another aircraft at approximately the same time as Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 crashed in eastern Ukraine; Whereas separatists blocked international experts from accessing the crash site in the first 72 hours, preventing the proper care of the victims’ bodies and allowing evidence from the crash to be removed and mishandled; Whereas weapons and fighters have continued to flow across the border from the Russian Federation to eastern Ukraine, and there is evidence that the Government of the Russian Federation has been providing training to separatists fighters, including training on air defense systems; Whereas this tragic incident has demonstrated that European and other foreign citizens are at risk from dangerous instability in Ukraine; Whereas, on July 21, 2014, the United Nations Security Council condemned in the strongest terms the downing of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 and demanded that those responsible be held to account and that all states fully cooperate with efforts to establish accountability; Whereas British Prime Minister David Cameron asserted, Russia cannot expect to continue enjoying access to European markets, European capital and European knowledge and technical expertise while she fuels conflict in one of Europe’s neighbors. ; and Whereas the United States Government has continued to implement sanctions against Russian and Ukrainian individuals responsible for destabilizing Ukraine and failing to end the violence: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) condemns the shooting down of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in Eastern Ukraine that resulted in the deaths of all 298 passengers and crew; (2) expresses its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the people of the Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia, Indonesia, Great Britain, Germany, Belgium, the Philippines, Canada, and New Zealand; (3) supports the ongoing international investigation into the attack on Malaysian Airlines Flight 17, including unobstructed access to the crash site; (4) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to immediately stop the flow of weapons and fighters across the border with Ukraine, allow an Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) monitoring mission on the border, and fully cooperate with the international investigation currently underway; and (5) urges the European Union to join the United States Government in holding the Government of the Russian Federation accountable for its destabilizing actions in Ukraine through the use of increased sanctions.
July 29, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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113 SRES 521 ATS: Designating July 26, 2014, as “United States Intelligence Professionals Day”.
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S. RES. 521
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 24, 2014
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Mr. Warner
</sponsor>
(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S182">
Ms. Mikulski
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S300">
Mr. Burr
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S176">
Mr. Rockefeller
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S363">
Mr. King
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S316">
Mr. Whitehouse
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S362">
Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on the Judiciary
</committee-name>
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<action>
<action-date>
July 29, 2014
</action-date>
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Designating July 26, 2014, as “United States Intelligence Professionals Day”.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 26, 1908, Attorney General Charles
Bonaparte ordered newly hired Federal investigators to report to the
Office of
the Chief Examiner of the Department of Justice, which subsequently was
renamed
the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 26, 1947, President Truman signed the
National Security Act of 1947 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/50/3001">
50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.
</external-xref>
), creating the
Department
of Defense, the National Security Council, the Central Intelligence
Agency, and
the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thereby laying the foundation for today’s
intelligence community;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Security Act of 1947, which appears
in title 50 of the United States Code, governs the definition,
composition,
responsibilities, authorities, and oversight of the intelligence community
of
the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the intelligence community is defined by section
3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/50/3003">
50 U.S.C. 3003(4)
</external-xref>
) to include
the
Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the Central Intelligence
Agency, the National Security Agency, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, the National Reconnaissance
Office,
other offices within the Department of Defense for the collection of
specialized national intelligence through reconnaissance programs, the
intelligence elements of the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Marine
Corps,
the Coast Guard, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement
Administration, and the Department of Energy, the Bureau of Intelligence
and
Research of the Department of State, the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis of
the Department of the Treasury, the elements of the Department of Homeland
Security concerned with the analysis of intelligence information, and
other
elements as may be designated;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas July 26, 2012, was the 65th anniversary of the
signing of the National Security Act of 1947 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/50/3001">
50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.
</external-xref>
);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention
Act of 2004 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/108/458">
Public Law 108–458
</external-xref>
; 118 Stat. 3638) created the position of
the
Director of National Intelligence to serve as the head of the intelligence
community and to ensure that national intelligence be timely, objective,
independent of political considerations, and based upon all sources
available;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Congress has previously passed joint resolutions,
signed by the President, to designate Peace Officers Memorial Day on May
15,
Patriot Day on September 11, and other commemorative occasions, to honor
the
sacrifices of law enforcement officers and of those who lost their lives
on
September 11, 2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has increasingly relied upon the
men and women of the intelligence community to protect and defend the
security
of the United States in the decade since the attacks of September 11,
2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community,
both civilian and military, have been increasingly called upon to deploy
to
theaters of war in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere since September 11,
2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas numerous intelligence officers of the elements of
the intelligence community have been injured or killed in the line of
duty;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence officers of the United States are
routinely called upon to accept personal hardship and sacrifice in the
furtherance of their mission to protect the United States, to undertake
dangerous assignments in the defense of the interests of the United
States, to
collect reliable information within prescribed legal authorities upon
which the
leaders of the United States rely in life-and-death situations, and to
<quote>
speak truth to power
</quote>
by providing their best assessments to
decisionmakers, regardless of political and policy considerations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community
have on numerous occasions succeeded in preventing attacks upon the United
States and allies of the United States, saving numerous innocent lives;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence officers of the United States must of
necessity often remain unknown and unrecognized for their substantial
achievements and successes: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="id29d6a4da292e49c092d26145c05271e8">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
designates July
26, 2014, as
<quote>
United States Intelligence Professionals
Day
</quote>
;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id6d92b95235104a58886f5265acf31ec7">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
acknowledges the
courage, fidelity, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women of
the
intelligence community of the United States; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id665cbd45fbe94155a303a5c3b3eb51d9">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the
people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate
ceremonies and
activities.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 521 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Warner (for himself, Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Burr , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. King , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Udall of Colorado , and Mr. Kaine ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 29, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 26, 2014, as “United States Intelligence Professionals Day”.
Whereas, on July 26, 1908, Attorney General Charles Bonaparte ordered newly hired Federal investigators to report to the Office of the Chief Examiner of the Department of Justice, which subsequently was renamed the Federal Bureau of Investigation; Whereas, on July 26, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ), creating the Department of Defense, the National Security Council, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thereby laying the foundation for today’s intelligence community; Whereas the National Security Act of 1947, which appears in title 50 of the United States Code, governs the definition, composition, responsibilities, authorities, and oversight of the intelligence community of the United States; Whereas the intelligence community is defined by section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3003(4) ) to include the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the Central Intelligence Agency, the National Security Agency, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, the National Reconnaissance Office, other offices within the Department of Defense for the collection of specialized national intelligence through reconnaissance programs, the intelligence elements of the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Marine Corps, the Coast Guard, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Department of Energy, the Bureau of Intelligence and Research of the Department of State, the Office of Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of the Treasury, the elements of the Department of Homeland Security concerned with the analysis of intelligence information, and other elements as may be designated; Whereas July 26, 2012, was the 65th anniversary of the signing of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ); Whereas the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 ( Public Law 108–458 ; 118 Stat. 3638) created the position of the Director of National Intelligence to serve as the head of the intelligence community and to ensure that national intelligence be timely, objective, independent of political considerations, and based upon all sources available; Whereas Congress has previously passed joint resolutions, signed by the President, to designate Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Patriot Day on September 11, and other commemorative occasions, to honor the sacrifices of law enforcement officers and of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001; Whereas the United States has increasingly relied upon the men and women of the intelligence community to protect and defend the security of the United States in the decade since the attacks of September 11, 2001; Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community, both civilian and military, have been increasingly called upon to deploy to theaters of war in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere since September 11, 2001; Whereas numerous intelligence officers of the elements of the intelligence community have been injured or killed in the line of duty; Whereas intelligence officers of the United States are routinely called upon to accept personal hardship and sacrifice in the furtherance of their mission to protect the United States, to undertake dangerous assignments in the defense of the interests of the United States, to collect reliable information within prescribed legal authorities upon which the leaders of the United States rely in life-and-death situations, and to speak truth to power by providing their best assessments to decisionmakers, regardless of political and policy considerations; Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community have on numerous occasions succeeded in preventing attacks upon the United States and allies of the United States, saving numerous innocent lives; and Whereas intelligence officers of the United States must of necessity often remain unknown and unrecognized for their substantial achievements and successes: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates July 26, 2014, as United States Intelligence Professionals Day ; (2) acknowledges the courage, fidelity, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women of the intelligence community of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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Ms. Mikulski
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Mr. Burr
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Mrs. Feinstein
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Mr. King
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
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Mr. Kaine
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Whereas, on July 26, 1908, Attorney General Charles
Bonaparte ordered newly hired Federal investigators to report to the
Office of
the Chief Examiner of the Department of Justice, which subsequently was
renamed
the Federal Bureau of Investigation;
</text>
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Whereas, on July 26, 1947, President Truman signed the
National Security Act of 1947 (
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50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.
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Department
of Defense, the National Security Council, the Central Intelligence
Agency, and
the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thereby laying the foundation for today’s
intelligence community;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Security Act of 1947, which appears
in title 50 of the United States Code, governs the definition,
composition,
responsibilities, authorities, and oversight of the intelligence community
of
the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the intelligence community is defined by section
3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/50/3003">
50 U.S.C. 3003(4)
</external-xref>
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the
Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the Central Intelligence
Agency, the National Security Agency, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, the National Reconnaissance
Office,
other offices within the Department of Defense for the collection of
specialized national intelligence through reconnaissance programs, the
intelligence elements of the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Marine
Corps,
the Coast Guard, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement
Administration, and the Department of Energy, the Bureau of Intelligence
and
Research of the Department of State, the Office of Intelligence and
Analysis of
the Department of the Treasury, the elements of the Department of Homeland
Security concerned with the analysis of intelligence information, and
other
elements as may be designated;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas July 26, 2012, was the 65th anniversary of the
signing of the National Security Act of 1947 (
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50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention
Act of 2004 (
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Public Law 108–458
</external-xref>
; 118 Stat. 3638) created the position of
the
Director of National Intelligence to serve as the head of the intelligence
community and to ensure that national intelligence be timely, objective,
independent of political considerations, and based upon all sources
available;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Congress has previously passed joint resolutions,
signed by the President, to designate Peace Officers Memorial Day on May
15,
Patriot Day on September 11, and other commemorative occasions, to honor
the
sacrifices of law enforcement officers and of those who lost their lives
on
September 11, 2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has increasingly relied upon the
men and women of the intelligence community to protect and defend the
security
of the United States in the decade since the attacks of September 11,
2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community,
both civilian and military, have been increasingly called upon to deploy
to
theaters of war in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere since September 11,
2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas numerous intelligence officers of the elements of
the intelligence community have been injured or killed in the line of
duty;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence officers of the United States are
routinely called upon to accept personal hardship and sacrifice in the
furtherance of their mission to protect the United States, to undertake
dangerous assignments in the defense of the interests of the United
States, to
collect reliable information within prescribed legal authorities upon
which the
leaders of the United States rely in life-and-death situations, and to
<quote>
speak truth to power
</quote>
by providing their best assessments to
decisionmakers, regardless of political and policy considerations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community
have on numerous occasions succeeded in preventing attacks upon the United
States and allies of the United States, saving numerous innocent lives;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas intelligence officers of the United States must of
necessity often remain unknown and unrecognized for their substantial
achievements and successes: Now, therefore, be it
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United States Intelligence Professionals
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 521 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Warner (for himself, Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Burr , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. King , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Udall of Colorado , and Mr. Kaine ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating July 26, 2014, as “United States Intelligence Professionals Day”.
Whereas, on July 26, 1908, Attorney General Charles Bonaparte ordered newly hired Federal investigators to report to the Office of the Chief Examiner of the Department of Justice, which subsequently was renamed the Federal Bureau of Investigation; Whereas, on July 26, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ), creating the Department of Defense, the National Security Council, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, thereby laying the foundation for today’s intelligence community; Whereas the National Security Act of 1947, which appears in title 50 of the United States Code, governs the definition, composition, responsibilities, authorities, and oversight of the intelligence community of the United States; Whereas the intelligence community is defined by section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3003(4) ) to include the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the Central Intelligence Agency, the National Security Agency, the Defense Intelligence Agency, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, the National Reconnaissance Office, other offices within the Department of Defense for the collection of specialized national intelligence through reconnaissance programs, the intelligence elements of the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Marine Corps, the Coast Guard, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Department of Energy, the Bureau of Intelligence and Research of the Department of State, the Office of Intelligence and Analysis of the Department of the Treasury, the elements of the Department of Homeland Security concerned with the analysis of intelligence information, and other elements as may be designated; Whereas July 26, 2012, was the 65th anniversary of the signing of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ); Whereas the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 ( Public Law 108–458 ; 118 Stat. 3638) created the position of the Director of National Intelligence to serve as the head of the intelligence community and to ensure that national intelligence be timely, objective, independent of political considerations, and based upon all sources available; Whereas Congress has previously passed joint resolutions, signed by the President, to designate Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, Patriot Day on September 11, and other commemorative occasions, to honor the sacrifices of law enforcement officers and of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001; Whereas the United States has increasingly relied upon the men and women of the intelligence community to protect and defend the security of the United States in the decade since the attacks of September 11, 2001; Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community, both civilian and military, have been increasingly called upon to deploy to theaters of war in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere since September 11, 2001; Whereas numerous intelligence officers of the elements of the intelligence community have been injured or killed in the line of duty; Whereas intelligence officers of the United States are routinely called upon to accept personal hardship and sacrifice in the furtherance of their mission to protect the United States, to undertake dangerous assignments in the defense of the interests of the United States, to collect reliable information within prescribed legal authorities upon which the leaders of the United States rely in life-and-death situations, and to speak truth to power by providing their best assessments to decisionmakers, regardless of political and policy considerations; Whereas the men and women of the intelligence community have on numerous occasions succeeded in preventing attacks upon the United States and allies of the United States, saving numerous innocent lives; and Whereas intelligence officers of the United States must of necessity often remain unknown and unrecognized for their substantial achievements and successes: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates July 26, 2014, as United States Intelligence Professionals Day ; (2) acknowledges the courage, fidelity, sacrifice, and professionalism of the men and women of the intelligence community of the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 522
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 24, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S337">
Mr. Coons
</sponsor>
(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S358">
Mr. Flake
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S310">
Mr. Corker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S324">
Mrs. Shaheen
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
</cosponsor>
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July 29, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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Expressing the sense of the Senate supporting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to be held in
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through
August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African
heads
of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and
Opportunity
Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and
President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace
and regional stability, and governing for the next generation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the
United States Government and African heads of state and governments;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer
of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the
most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads
of state
bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African
regional institutions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and
growth
through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives,
including the African Growth and Opportunity Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/19/3701">
19 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.
</external-xref>
),
Power Africa, Feed the
Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led
by the Department of State, the United States Agency for
International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation,
the Department of Commerce, and
other agencies of the United States Government;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000
United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for
over
131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional
missions led by the
African Union, with United States and international support and training;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health
across
Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over
the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the
President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s
Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and
Immunization (GAVI);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two
decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of
child
mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality
rates by 39 percent;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the
continent’s steady
annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other
regions in the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in
the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s
largest workforce;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and
remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago
and its transition from the Organization of African Unity;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future
generations, has invested in the next generation of African
entrepreneurs,
educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United
States-led Young African Leaders Initiative
(YALI), helping them develop
skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and
countries; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and
the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to
demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships,
and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led
efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and
good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and
investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food
security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the
next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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deeply values the historic United States commitment to Africa;
</text>
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(2)
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affirms a future commitment to increased economic partnership with Africa;
</text>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
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supports innovations in development and an expanded partnership with the private sector, including
in the areas
of energy, food security, and health;
</text>
</paragraph>
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(4)
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supports efforts to facilitate increased trade and investment between the United States and Africa,
as well as amongst African countries;
</text>
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<enum>
(5)
</enum>
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supports ongoing African-led efforts to improve peacekeeping, prevent atrocities, and combat
violent extremism and terrorism;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
affirms the enduring partnership of the people and Government of the United States with the African
people, including the youth, and urges African
leaders to invest in this generation of young people, as well as the next
generation;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
encourages leaders in Africa to make efforts toward strengthening good governance, the rule of
law,
and
democracy, including respecting constitutional term limits, human rights,
and ensuring that civil society organizations are able to function
freely in their countries;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9b21e60f1b7a4ff9a0ecb2fe027cb14b">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
supports ongoing efforts to protect and promote women and children, including through investments
in education and maternal, newborn, and child health;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idad7fe614cf1441d88a99b2e0bf1b17e5">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms the strong United States investment in health in Africa, and anticipates leaders in
Africa
making greater and sustainable investments in healthcare;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idd9721ebf52024c5ebade0b9d2ddbd26c">
<enum>
(10)
</enum>
<text>
commends African investments in preventing wildlife trafficking and supports further investments,
including training and equipping enforcement teams in Africa;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id574493ac87e943a29099f6a727039c33">
<enum>
(11)
</enum>
<text>
urges African heads of state to take concrete steps to implement reforms that will further
economic
growth, good governance, democracy, peace, security, rule of law, and
development; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id21b833e768a249f99eed417193af0d36">
<enum>
(12)
</enum>
<text>
expresses support for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 522 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Corker , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Shaheen , and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment July 31, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate supporting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to be held in Washington, D.C., from August 4 through 6, 2014.
Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African heads of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace and regional stability, and governing for the next generation; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the United States Government and African heads of state and governments; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world; Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads of state bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African regional institutions; Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and growth through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives, including the African Growth and Opportunity Act ( 19 U.S.C. 3701 et seq. ), Power Africa, Feed the Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, the Department of Commerce, and other agencies of the United States Government; Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000 United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for over 131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional missions led by the African Union, with United States and international support and training; Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health across Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI); Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of child mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality rates by 39 percent; Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the continent’s steady annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other regions in the world; Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s largest workforce; Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago and its transition from the Organization of African Unity; Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future generations, has invested in the next generation of African entrepreneurs, educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United States-led Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), helping them develop skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and countries; and Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships, and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) deeply values the historic United States commitment to Africa; (2) affirms a future commitment to increased economic partnership with Africa; (3) supports innovations in development and an expanded partnership with the private sector, including in the areas of energy, food security, and health; (4) supports efforts to facilitate increased trade and investment between the United States and Africa, as well as amongst African countries; (5) supports ongoing African-led efforts to improve peacekeeping, prevent atrocities, and combat violent extremism and terrorism; (6) affirms the enduring partnership of the people and Government of the United States with the African people, including the youth, and urges African leaders to invest in this generation of young people, as well as the next generation; (7) encourages leaders in Africa to make efforts toward strengthening good governance, the rule of law, and democracy, including respecting constitutional term limits, human rights, and ensuring that civil society organizations are able to function freely in their countries; (8) supports ongoing efforts to protect and promote women and children, including through investments in education and maternal, newborn, and child health; (9) reaffirms the strong United States investment in health in Africa, and anticipates leaders in Africa making greater and sustainable investments in healthcare; (10) commends African investments in preventing wildlife trafficking and supports further investments, including training and equipping enforcement teams in Africa; (11) urges African heads of state to take concrete steps to implement reforms that will further economic growth, good governance, democracy, peace, security, rule of law, and development; and (12) expresses support for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014. |
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Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through
August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African
heads
of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and
Opportunity
Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and
President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace
and regional stability, and governing for the next generation;
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Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the
United States Government and African heads of state and governments;
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Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer
of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the
most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world;
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Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads
of state
bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African
regional institutions;
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Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and
growth
through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives,
including the African Growth and Opportunity Act (
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Power Africa, Feed the
Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led
by the Department of State, the United States Agency for
International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation,
the Department of Commerce, and
other agencies of the United States Government;
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Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000
United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for
over
131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional
missions led by the
African Union, with United States and international support and training;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health
across
Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over
the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the
President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s
Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and
Immunization (GAVI);
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Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two
decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of
child
mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality
rates by 39 percent;
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Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the
continent’s steady
annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other
regions in the world;
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Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in
the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s
largest workforce;
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Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and
remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago
and its transition from the Organization of African Unity;
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Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future
generations, has invested in the next generation of African
entrepreneurs,
educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United
States-led Young African Leaders Initiative
(YALI), helping them develop
skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and
countries; and
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Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and
the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to
demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships,
and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led
efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and
good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and
investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food
security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the
next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
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deeply values the historic United States commitment to Africa;
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expresses support for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 522 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Corker ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate supporting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to be held in Washington, D.C., from August 4 through 6, 2014.
Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African heads of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace and regional stability, and governing for the next generation; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the United States Government and African heads of state and governments; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world; Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads of state bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African regional institutions; Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and growth through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives, including the African Growth and Opportunity Act ( 19 U.S.C. 3701 et seq. ), Power Africa, Feed the Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, the Department of Commerce, and other agencies of the United States Government; Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000 United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for over 131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional missions led by the African Union, with United States and international support and training; Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health across Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI); Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of child mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality rates by 39 percent; Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the continent’s steady annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other regions in the world; Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s largest workforce; Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago and its transition from the Organization of African Unity; Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future generations, has invested in the next generation of African entrepreneurs, educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United States-led Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), helping them develop skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and countries; and Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships, and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) deeply values the historic United States commitment to Africa; (2) affirms a future commitment to increased economic partnership with Africa; (3) supports innovations in development and an expanded partnership with the private sector, including in the areas of energy, food security, and health; (4) supports efforts to facilitate increased trade and investment between the United States and Africa, as well as amongst African countries; (5) supports ongoing African-led efforts to improve peacekeeping, prevent atrocities, and combat violent extremism and terrorism; (6) affirms the enduring partnership of the people and Government of the United States with the African people, including the youth, and urges African leaders to invest in this generation of young people, as well as the next generation; (7) encourages leaders in Africa to make efforts toward strengthening good governance, the rule of law, and democracy, including respecting constitutional term limits, human rights, and ensuring that civil society organizations are able to function freely in their countries; (8) supports ongoing efforts to protect and promote women and children, including through investments in education and maternal, newborn, and child health; (9) reaffirms the strong United States investment in health in Africa, and anticipates leaders in Africa making greater and sustainable investments in healthcare; (10) commends African investments in preventing wildlife trafficking and supports further investments, including training and equipping enforcement teams in Africa; (11) urges African heads of state to take concrete steps to implement reforms that will further economic growth, good governance, democracy, peace, security, rule of law, and development; and (12) expresses support for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014. |
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Expressing the sense of the Senate supporting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to be held in
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Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through
August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African
heads
of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and
Opportunity
Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and
President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace
and regional stability, and governing for the next generation;
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Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the
United States Government and African heads of state and governments;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer
of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the
most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads
of state
bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African
regional institutions;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and
growth
through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives,
including the African Growth and Opportunity Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/19/3701">
19 U.S.C. 3701 et seq.
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Power Africa, Feed the
Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led
by the Department of State, the United States Agency for
International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation,
the Department of Commerce, and
other agencies of the United States Government;
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<whereas>
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Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000
United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for
over
131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional
missions led by the
African Union, with United States and international support and training;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health
across
Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over
the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the
President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s
Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and
Immunization (GAVI);
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<text>
Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two
decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of
child
mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality
rates by 39 percent;
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Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the
continent’s steady
annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other
regions in the world;
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Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in
the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s
largest workforce;
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<whereas>
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Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and
remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago
and its transition from the Organization of African Unity;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future
generations, has invested in the next generation of African
entrepreneurs,
educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United
States-led Young African Leaders Initiative
(YALI), helping them develop
skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and
countries; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and
the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to
demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships,
and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led
efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and
good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and
investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food
security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the
next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
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| III Calendar No. 498 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 522 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Corker , Mr. Durbin , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 29, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate supporting the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to be held in Washington, D.C., from August 4 through 6, 2014.
Whereas the United States will convene the first U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014, featuring a congressional reception welcoming African heads of state, the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum, and dialogue sessions between African leaders and President Barack Obama on investing in Africa’s future, promoting peace and regional stability, and governing for the next generation; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will be the largest event held between the United States Government and African heads of state and governments; Whereas the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build on the President’s trip to Africa in the summer of 2013 and will strengthen ties between the United States and one of the most dynamic and fastest growing regions in the world; Whereas the United States Government has built strong and enduring partnerships with African heads of state bilaterally and through the United Nations, African Union, and African regional institutions; Whereas the United States Government has demonstrated its commitment to Africa’s development and growth through resources, legislation, economic relationships, and initiatives, including the African Growth and Opportunity Act ( 19 U.S.C. 3701 et seq. ), Power Africa, Feed the Future, Millennium Challenge Corporation compacts, and other efforts led by the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation, the Department of Commerce, and other agencies of the United States Government; Whereas there are 10 authorized United Nations peacekeeping operations in Africa with over 94,000 United Nations peacekeepers working to promote peace and stability for over 131,000,000 people across the continent, in addition to additional missions led by the African Union, with United States and international support and training; Whereas the United States has served as the global leader in investments and innovations in health across Africa, contributing significant resources to improvements in health over the past two decades through United States-led programs such as the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI), and the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunization (GAVI); Whereas, through its investments in health across 16 priority countries in Africa over the last two decades, the United States Government has contributed to the reduction of child mortality rates by 44 percent and the reduction of maternal mortality rates by 39 percent; Whereas the majority of the fastest growing economies in the world are in Africa, and the continent’s steady annual economic growth rate of 5 percent has exceeded that of other regions in the world; Whereas there are currently 1,000,000,000 Africans representing the fastest growing population in the world, and by 2035, the African continent will have the world’s largest workforce; Whereas individual nations in Africa and the African Union have made significant achievements and remarkable progress since the inception of the African Union 51 years ago and its transition from the Organization of African Unity; Whereas the United States Government, recognizing the importance of Africa’s youth and future generations, has invested in the next generation of African entrepreneurs, educators, civic leaders, and innovators, including through the United States-led Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), helping them develop skills and networks to build brighter futures for their communities and countries; and Whereas the United States Government is looking forward to hosting 50 heads of state and the Chair of the African Union at the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit to demonstrate the United States commitment to Africa, deepen partnerships, and determine concrete ways that the United States can support African-led efforts to further peace and regional security, advance democracy and good governance, improve health and education services, increase trade and investment, address environmental issues, improve resilience and food security, combat wildlife trafficking, invest in women, and support the next generation of African leaders: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) deeply values the historic United States commitment to Africa; (2) affirms a future commitment to increased economic partnership with Africa; (3) supports innovations in development and an expanded partnership with the private sector, including in the areas of energy, food security, and health; (4) supports efforts to facilitate increased trade and investment between the United States and Africa, as well as amongst African countries; (5) supports ongoing African-led efforts to improve peacekeeping, prevent atrocities, and combat violent extremism and terrorism; (6) affirms the enduring partnership of the people and Government of the United States with the African people, including the youth, and urges African leaders to invest in this generation of young people, as well as the next generation; (7) encourages leaders in Africa to make efforts toward strengthening good governance, the rule of law, and democracy, including respecting constitutional term limits, human rights, and ensuring that civil society organizations are able to function freely in their countries; (8) supports ongoing efforts to protect and promote women and children, including through investments in education and maternal, newborn, and child health; (9) reaffirms the strong United States investment in health in Africa, and anticipates leaders in Africa making greater and sustainable investments in healthcare; (10) commends African investments in preventing wildlife trafficking and supports further investments, including training and equipping enforcement teams in Africa; (11) urges African heads of state to take concrete steps to implement reforms that will further economic growth, good governance, democracy, peace, security, rule of law, and development; and (12) expresses support for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit from August 4 through August 6, 2014.
July 29, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Whereas the United States-India relationship is built on mutual respect for common values,
including democracy, the rule of law, a market economy, and ethnic and
religious diversity, and bolstered by strong people-to-people ties,
including a 3,000,000-strong Indian American diaspora;
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Whereas the Senate places tremendous value on the relationship with India, and the bipartisan
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India Caucus comprises 40 Senators and is the largest bilateral caucus in
the Senate;
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Whereas the United States and India have a unique opportunity, in the early days of the new
administration in India, to refresh the United States-India relationship
and work
cooperatively to make progress that will benefit both of our countries in
a broad range of areas, including education, skills development,
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Whereas a strong economic partnership between India and the United States requires a mutual respect
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Whereas an investment environment that fosters continued
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democracy, and economic prosperity in the 21st century;
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Whereas defense and security ties have led to nearly $10,000,000,000 in defense trade, and the
United States-India Defense Trade and Technology Initiative has
facilitated greater cooperation on joint development of defense platforms;
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Whereas counterterrorism cooperation is a growing and important aspect of the partnership given the
terrorist threats faced by both countries, including from groups such as
al Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Taiba;
</text>
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Whereas the United States values India’s role as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean Region
and promoter of regional stability and maritime security in the Asian
Pacific region; and
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Whereas India is a close partner of the United States in Afghanistan, has committed over
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Prime Minister Narenda Modi should be able to address the United States Congress at the earliest
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the United States Government should urge the Government of India to continue with its economic
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the United States Government should urge the Government of India to modify its offset regime so
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a second tier
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 523 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 24, 2014 Mr. Warner (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Kaine , and Mr. Risch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the importance of the United States-India strategic partnership and the continued deepening of bilateral ties with India.
Whereas the United States-India relationship is built on mutual respect for common values, including democracy, the rule of law, a market economy, and ethnic and religious diversity, and bolstered by strong people-to-people ties, including a 3,000,000-strong Indian American diaspora; Whereas the Senate places tremendous value on the relationship with India, and the bipartisan Senate India Caucus comprises 40 Senators and is the largest bilateral caucus in the Senate; Whereas the United States and India have a unique opportunity, in the early days of the new administration in India, to refresh the United States-India relationship and work cooperatively to make progress that will benefit both of our countries in a broad range of areas, including education, skills development, infrastructure, and energy; Whereas a strong economic partnership between India and the United States requires a mutual respect for innovation; Whereas an investment environment that fosters continued research and development and the bilateral relationship between the United States and India has resulted in almost $100,000,000,000 in trade of goods and services in 2013; Whereas the United States-India relationship is vital to promoting stability, democracy, and economic prosperity in the 21st century; Whereas defense and security ties have led to nearly $10,000,000,000 in defense trade, and the United States-India Defense Trade and Technology Initiative has facilitated greater cooperation on joint development of defense platforms; Whereas counterterrorism cooperation is a growing and important aspect of the partnership given the terrorist threats faced by both countries, including from groups such as al Qaeda and Lashkar-e-Taiba; Whereas the United States values India’s role as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean Region and promoter of regional stability and maritime security in the Asian Pacific region; and Whereas India is a close partner of the United States in Afghanistan, has committed over $2,000,000,000 in development assistance, and shares the United States goal of a stable, democratic, and prosperous Afghanistan; Now, therefore, be it
It is the sense of the Senate that— (1) Prime Minister Narenda Modi should be able to address the United States Congress at the earliest opportunity; (2) the United States Government should develop a clear strategic plan for its relationship with India and hold a robust strategic dialogue in New Delhi that lays out clear objectives and deliverables to set a positive trajectory for the relationship and moves from dialogue to action to build a path forward for more ambitious cooperation; (3) the United States nominate and confirm an Ambassador to India as soon as possible; (4) the United States and India should continue to expand economic engagement, including finalizing a bilateral investment treaty and reviving the Trade Policy Forum; (5) the United States Government should urge the Government of India to continue with its economic liberalization reforms, including lifting the caps on foreign direct investment and taking steps to enhance protections for intellectual property, and consider discussions with other Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum nations about Indian membership in APEC; (6) the United States and India should expand energy cooperation, by India fully implementing the 2008 civil nuclear pact, and the United States pursuing increased export of liquefied natural gas to India; (7) the United States and India should continue to deepen defense and security cooperation, to include expanded joint exercises and training, sales and co-production, holding a 2+2 meeting of senior defense and foreign affairs officials, and reestablishing the Defense Policy Group; and (8) the United States Government should urge the Government of India to modify its offset regime so funds can flow to a second tier of Indian priorities such as education, skills development, or manufacturing. |
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Whereas the 2014 National Climate Assessment stated
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The most recent decade was the nation’s warmest on record. U.S. temperatures are expected to
continue to rise.
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<whereas>
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Whereas the 2014 National Climate Assessment was drafted by over 300 authors and extensively
reviewed by the National Academy of Sciences and a Federal Advisory
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Whereas the United States Global Change Research Program found that
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[i]n the United States, climate change has already resulted in more frequent heat waves, extreme
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Whereas the United States Global Change Research Program coordinates and integrates global change
research across 13 Government agencies including the Department of
Defense, the Department of State, the Department of Energy, the Department
of Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Health and
Human Services, the Department of the Interior, the Department of
Transportation, the Environmental Protection Agency, the National
Aeronautics and Space Administration, the National Science Foundation, the
Smithsonian Institution, and the United States Agency for International
Development;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the 2014 Quadrennial Defense Review of the Department of Defense of the United States
stated
<quote>
The pressures caused by climate change will influence resource competition while placing additional
burdens on economies, societies, and governance institutions around the
world.
</quote>
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<whereas>
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Whereas a Defense Science Board report concluded that
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[c]limate change will only grow in concern for the United States and its security interests
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That it is the sense of the Senate that global climate change is occurring and will continue to
pose ongoing risks and challenges to the people and the Government of the
United States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 524 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 28, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Whitehouse , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Reid , Mr. Sanders , Mrs. Shaheen , Mrs. Murray , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Markey , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Warren , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. King , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Reed , Ms. Stabenow , and Mr. Bennet ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding global climate change.
Whereas the 2014 National Climate Assessment stated The most recent decade was the nation’s warmest on record. U.S. temperatures are expected to continue to rise. ; Whereas the 2014 National Climate Assessment was drafted by over 300 authors and extensively reviewed by the National Academy of Sciences and a Federal Advisory Committee of 60 members; Whereas the United States Global Change Research Program found that [i]n the United States, climate change has already resulted in more frequent heat waves, extreme precipitation, wildfires, and water scarcity ; Whereas the United States Global Change Research Program coordinates and integrates global change research across 13 Government agencies including the Department of Defense, the Department of State, the Department of Energy, the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of the Interior, the Department of Transportation, the Environmental Protection Agency, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the National Science Foundation, the Smithsonian Institution, and the United States Agency for International Development; Whereas the 2014 Quadrennial Defense Review of the Department of Defense of the United States stated The pressures caused by climate change will influence resource competition while placing additional burdens on economies, societies, and governance institutions around the world. ; and Whereas a Defense Science Board report concluded that [c]limate change will only grow in concern for the United States and its security interests : Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that global climate change is occurring and will continue to pose ongoing risks and challenges to the people and the Government of the United States. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 525
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 28, 2014
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Mr. Grassley
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Designating July 30, 2014, as “National Whistleblower Appreciation Day”.
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1777, before the passage of the Bill of
Rights, 10 sailors and marines blew the whistle on fraud and misconduct
harmful
to the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Founding Fathers unanimously supported the
whistleblowers in words and deeds, including by releasing government
records
and
providing monetary assistance for reasonable legal expenses necessary to
prevent retaliation against the whistleblowers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 30, 1778, in demonstration of their full
support for whistleblowers, the members of the Continental Congress
unanimously
enacted the first whistleblower legislation in the United States that
read:
“
<italic>
Resolved,
</italic>
That it is the duty of all persons in the service
of the United States, as well as all other the inhabitants thereof, to
give the
earliest information to Congress or other proper authority of any
misconduct,
frauds or misdemeanors committed by any officers or persons in the service
of
these states, which may come to their knowledge” (legislation of July 30,
1778,
reprinted in
<italic>
Journals of the Continental Congress, 1774–1789
</italic>
,
ed. Worthington C. Ford et al. (Washington, D.C., 1904-37), 11:732);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas whistleblowers risk their careers, jobs, and
reputations by reporting waste, fraud, and abuse to the proper
authorities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, when providing proper authorities with lawful
disclosures, whistleblowers save taxpayers in the United States billions
of
dollars each year and serve the public interest by ensuring that the
United
States remains an ethical and safe place; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas it is the public policy of the United States to
encourage, in accordance with Federal law (including the Constitution,
rules,
and regulations) and consistent with the protection of classified
information
(including sources and methods of detection of classified information),
honest and good faith
reporting
of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, and other crimes to the appropriate
authority at the earliest time possible: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates July
30, 2014, as
<quote>
National Whistleblower Appreciation Day
</quote>
; and
</text>
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(2)
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ensures that the
Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers, as
reflected
in the legislation enacted on July 30, 1778, by encouraging each executive
agency to recognize National Whistleblower Appreciation Day by—
</text>
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(A)
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<text>
informing
employees, contractors working on behalf of United States taxpayers, and
members of the public about the legal rights of citizens of the United
States
to
<quote>
blow the whistle
</quote>
by honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, or other crimes to the
appropriate authorities; and
</text>
</subparagraph>
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<enum>
(B)
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<text>
acknowledging the
contributions of whistleblowers to combating waste, fraud, abuse, and
violations of laws and regulations in the United States.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 525 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 28, 2014 Mr. Grassley submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 30, 2014, as “National Whistleblower Appreciation Day”.
Whereas, in 1777, before the passage of the Bill of Rights, 10 sailors and marines blew the whistle on fraud and misconduct harmful to the United States; Whereas the Founding Fathers unanimously supported the whistleblowers in words and deeds, including by releasing government records and providing monetary assistance for reasonable legal expenses necessary to prevent retaliation against the whistleblowers; Whereas, on July 30, 1778, in demonstration of their full support for whistleblowers, the members of the Continental Congress unanimously enacted the first whistleblower legislation in the United States that read: “ Resolved, That it is the duty of all persons in the service of the United States, as well as all other the inhabitants thereof, to give the earliest information to Congress or other proper authority of any misconduct, frauds or misdemeanors committed by any officers or persons in the service of these states, which may come to their knowledge” (legislation of July 30, 1778, reprinted in Journals of the Continental Congress, 1774–1789 , ed. Worthington C. Ford et al. (Washington, D.C., 1904-37), 11:732); Whereas whistleblowers risk their careers, jobs, and reputations by reporting waste, fraud, and abuse to the proper authorities; Whereas, when providing proper authorities with lawful disclosures, whistleblowers save taxpayers in the United States billions of dollars each year and serve the public interest by ensuring that the United States remains an ethical and safe place; and Whereas it is the public policy of the United States to encourage, in accordance with Federal law (including the Constitution, rules, and regulations) and consistent with the protection of classified information (including sources and methods of detection of classified information), honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, and other crimes to the appropriate authority at the earliest time possible: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates July 30, 2014, as National Whistleblower Appreciation Day ; and (2) ensures that the Federal Government implements the intent of the Founding Fathers, as reflected in the legislation enacted on July 30, 1778, by encouraging each executive agency to recognize National Whistleblower Appreciation Day by— (A) informing employees, contractors working on behalf of United States taxpayers, and members of the public about the legal rights of citizens of the United States to blow the whistle by honest and good faith reporting of misconduct, fraud, misdemeanors, or other crimes to the appropriate authorities; and (B) acknowledging the contributions of whistleblowers to combating waste, fraud, abuse, and violations of laws and regulations in the United States. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 526
</legis-num>
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
</current-chamber>
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July 29, 2014
</action-date>
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Mr. Reid
</sponsor>
(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S174">
Mr. McConnell
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S310">
Mr. Corker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S293">
Mr. Graham
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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Supporting Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas, and for other purposes.
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Whereas Hamas, an organization designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the United States
Department of State since 1997, has fired over 2,500 rockets
indiscriminately from Gaza into Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel has a right to defend itself from Hamas’s constant barrage of rockets and to destroy
the matrix of tunnels Hamas uses to smuggle weapons and Hamas fighters
into Israel to carry out terrorist attacks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Israel has taken significant steps to protect civilians in Gaza,
including dropping leaflets
in Gaza neighborhoods in advance of Israeli military attacks, calling
Palestinians on the phone urging them to evacuate certain areas before the
military strikes targets, and issuing warnings to civilians in advance of
firing on buildings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel’s attacks have focused on terrorist targets such as Hamas’s munitions storage sites,
areas sheltering Hamas’s rocket systems, Hamas’s weapons manufacturing
sites, the homes of militant leaders, and on the vast labyrinth of tunnels
Hamas’s fighters use to penetrate Israel’s territory and attack Israelis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas uses rockets to indiscriminately target civilians in Israel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel has accepted and implemented numerous ceasefire agreements that Hamas has rejected;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas continued to fire rockets into Israel during a 24-hour truce that Hamas had itself
proposed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel embraced the Egyptian-proposed ceasefire agreement, which Hamas resoundingly
rejected on July 27, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas intentionally uses civilians as human shields;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas refuses to recognize Israel’s right to exist;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel’s Iron Dome has protected Israel’s civilian population from the over 2,500 rockets
that Hamas has indiscriminately fired into Israel since July 7, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, without Iron Dome’s ability to intercept and destroy Hamas’s missiles, Israeli
neighborhoods would have been significantly damaged and Israeli casualties
would have been much higher;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United Nations Human Rights Council voted to accept a biased resolution establishing a
Commission of Inquiry to determine if Israel violated human rights and
humanitarian law during the ongoing conflict with Gaza; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United Nations Human Rights Council resolution makes no mention of investigating
Hamas’s indiscriminate rocket attacks against Israel, nor Hamas’s policy
of using Palestinian civilians as human shields: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<text>
That the Senate—
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(1)
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<text>
laments all loss of innocent civilian life;
</text>
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(2)
</enum>
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condemns the United Nations Human Rights Council’s resolution on July 23, 2014, which calls for
yet another prejudged investigation of Israel while making no mention of
Hamas’s continued assault against Israel, and also calls for an
investigation into potential human rights violations by Israel in the
current Gaza conflict without mentioning Hamas’s assault against innocent
civilians and its use of civilian shields;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
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supports Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas’s unrelenting and indiscriminate rocket
assault into Israel and Israel’s right to destroy Hamas’s elaborate tunnel
system into Israel’s territory;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id8648d7cce04942d4877ce39d1be236be">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
condemns Hamas’s terrorist actions and use of civilians as human shields;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="iddac8b8b4c8214f5baf600af40a591403">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
supports United States mediation efforts for a durable ceasefire agreement that immediately ends
Hamas’s rocket assault and leads to the demilitarization of
Gaza; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id8b8b2b4cf9034366ab3f771939125623">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
supports additional funding the Government of Israel needs to replenish Iron Dome missiles and
enhance Israel's defensive capabilities.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 526 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 29, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself, Mr. McConnell , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Graham ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas, and for other purposes.
Whereas Hamas, an organization designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the United States Department of State since 1997, has fired over 2,500 rockets indiscriminately from Gaza into Israel; Whereas Israel has a right to defend itself from Hamas’s constant barrage of rockets and to destroy the matrix of tunnels Hamas uses to smuggle weapons and Hamas fighters into Israel to carry out terrorist attacks; Whereas the Government of Israel has taken significant steps to protect civilians in Gaza, including dropping leaflets in Gaza neighborhoods in advance of Israeli military attacks, calling Palestinians on the phone urging them to evacuate certain areas before the military strikes targets, and issuing warnings to civilians in advance of firing on buildings; Whereas Israel’s attacks have focused on terrorist targets such as Hamas’s munitions storage sites, areas sheltering Hamas’s rocket systems, Hamas’s weapons manufacturing sites, the homes of militant leaders, and on the vast labyrinth of tunnels Hamas’s fighters use to penetrate Israel’s territory and attack Israelis; Whereas Hamas uses rockets to indiscriminately target civilians in Israel; Whereas Israel has accepted and implemented numerous ceasefire agreements that Hamas has rejected; Whereas Hamas continued to fire rockets into Israel during a 24-hour truce that Hamas had itself proposed; Whereas Israel embraced the Egyptian-proposed ceasefire agreement, which Hamas resoundingly rejected on July 27, 2014; Whereas Hamas intentionally uses civilians as human shields; Whereas Hamas refuses to recognize Israel’s right to exist; Whereas Israel’s Iron Dome has protected Israel’s civilian population from the over 2,500 rockets that Hamas has indiscriminately fired into Israel since July 7, 2014; Whereas, without Iron Dome’s ability to intercept and destroy Hamas’s missiles, Israeli neighborhoods would have been significantly damaged and Israeli casualties would have been much higher; Whereas the United Nations Human Rights Council voted to accept a biased resolution establishing a Commission of Inquiry to determine if Israel violated human rights and humanitarian law during the ongoing conflict with Gaza; and Whereas the United Nations Human Rights Council resolution makes no mention of investigating Hamas’s indiscriminate rocket attacks against Israel, nor Hamas’s policy of using Palestinian civilians as human shields: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) laments all loss of innocent civilian life; (2) condemns the United Nations Human Rights Council’s resolution on July 23, 2014, which calls for yet another prejudged investigation of Israel while making no mention of Hamas’s continued assault against Israel, and also calls for an investigation into potential human rights violations by Israel in the current Gaza conflict without mentioning Hamas’s assault against innocent civilians and its use of civilian shields; (3) supports Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas’s unrelenting and indiscriminate rocket assault into Israel and Israel’s right to destroy Hamas’s elaborate tunnel system into Israel’s territory; (4) condemns Hamas’s terrorist actions and use of civilians as human shields; (5) supports United States mediation efforts for a durable ceasefire agreement that immediately ends Hamas’s rocket assault and leads to the demilitarization of Gaza; and (6) supports additional funding the Government of Israel needs to replenish Iron Dome missiles and enhance Israel's defensive capabilities. |
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113 SRES 527 ATS: Congratulating the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service throughout the United States and the world, and commending Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for exemplifying the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service while upholding the motto “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity”.
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113th CONGRESS
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<legis-num>
S. RES. 527
</legis-num>
<current-chamber>
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
</current-chamber>
<action display="yes">
<action-date date="20140729">
July 29, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
<sponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</sponsor>
(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S365">
Mr. Scott
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S282">
Mr. Nelson
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S320">
Mrs. Hagan
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S354">
Ms. Baldwin
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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<official-title display="yes">
Congratulating the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service throughout
the United States and the world, and commending Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity,
Inc. for exemplifying the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service
while upholding the motto
<quote>
Culture for Service and Service for Humanity
</quote>
.
</official-title>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University in the
District of Columbia on January 9, 1914, by A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F.
Morse, and Charles I. Brown;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since the formation of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the members of Phi Beta Sigma
Fraternity, Inc. have maintained a strong commitment to brotherhood,
community involvement, and service to all people;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has implemented a number of initiatives encouraging
diversity, business opportunities, and advocacy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has established the Sigma Wellness, Sigma Cares, and
Living Well Brother to Brother programs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was the first African-American fraternity to establish
alumni chapters and youth mentoring clubs and is the only fraternity to
form an African-American sorority counterpart, Zeta Phi Beta;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have dedicated themselves to the promotion of
civil rights, and the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. include
influential leaders and activists such as Hosea
Williams, A. Phillip Randolph, and Lafayette
Mckeene Hershaw;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas members belonging to chapters of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. across the United States
responded to a call for support of the war efforts of the United States
during World War I;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., such as Alain LeRoy Locke, Weldon Johnson, and
A. Phillip Randolph, made significant contributions to the Harlem
Renaissance;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has over 700 chapters in the United States, Africa, Europe,
Asia, and the Caribbean;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have distinguished themselves as public
servants, including members such as—
</text>
<paragraph id="idd2467e288bd047a6a7bfd803f4a3e79a">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
a United States Congressman, civil rights activist, and chairman of the Student
Nonviolent Coordinating Committee;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id2d16e4c7190e41fa94114df49b3ddfbc">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the first African-American Speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id1f45c76c56f14a76bd5476d6a9cf3e0f">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
the first African-American Democrat elected to the Congress of the United
States;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id071657f34df04e65a73517f61e45befb">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
Demetrius C. Newton, Sr., elected in 1986 as the first African-American Speaker Pro Tempore of the
Alabama House of Representatives; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id5c5cc2b36c4a4a01b6fbf6322f328927">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
Fleming Jones, Jr., the first African-American Democratic member of the West Virginia House of
Delegates; and
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. commemorated its history and promoted service during the
Phi Beta Sigma centennial celebration on January 9, 2014, in the District
of Columbia: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="idB9BA7BFFDD4145408C193245760D5968">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
congratulates Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service to communities throughout
the United States and the world; and
</text>
</paragraph>
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commends Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for a continued commitment to the ideals of brotherhood,
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 527 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 29, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mr. Scott , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Brown , Mr. Nelson , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Levin , and Ms. Baldwin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service throughout the United States and the world, and commending Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for exemplifying the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service while upholding the motto Culture for Service and Service for Humanity .
Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University in the District of Columbia on January 9, 1914, by A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown; Whereas since the formation of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have maintained a strong commitment to brotherhood, community involvement, and service to all people; Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has implemented a number of initiatives encouraging diversity, business opportunities, and advocacy; Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has established the Sigma Wellness, Sigma Cares, and Living Well Brother to Brother programs; Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. was the first African-American fraternity to establish alumni chapters and youth mentoring clubs and is the only fraternity to form an African-American sorority counterpart, Zeta Phi Beta; Whereas the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have dedicated themselves to the promotion of civil rights, and the members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. include influential leaders and activists such as Hosea Williams, A. Phillip Randolph, and Lafayette Mckeene Hershaw; Whereas members belonging to chapters of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. across the United States responded to a call for support of the war efforts of the United States during World War I; Whereas members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., such as Alain LeRoy Locke, Weldon Johnson, and A. Phillip Randolph, made significant contributions to the Harlem Renaissance; Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. has over 700 chapters in the United States, Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean; Whereas the men of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. have distinguished themselves as public servants, including members such as— (1) a United States Congressman, civil rights activist, and chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee; (2) the first African-American Speaker of the Colorado House of Representatives; (3) the first African-American Democrat elected to the Congress of the United States; (4) Demetrius C. Newton, Sr., elected in 1986 as the first African-American Speaker Pro Tempore of the Alabama House of Representatives; and (5) Fleming Jones, Jr., the first African-American Democratic member of the West Virginia House of Delegates; and Whereas Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. commemorated its history and promoted service during the Phi Beta Sigma centennial celebration on January 9, 2014, in the District of Columbia: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 100 years of service to communities throughout the United States and the world; and (2) commends Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for a continued commitment to the ideals of brotherhood, scholarship, and service. |
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Whereas the Dakota Territory was incorporated in 1861;
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Whereas President Theodore Roosevelt came to the Dakota Territory in 1883 to hunt and begin cattle
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Whereas President Theodore Roosevelt credited the fact he was elected President to the time he
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Whereas North Dakota was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889;
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Whereas the population of North Dakota grew from 2,000 in 1870 to 680,000 in 1930, and reached a
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Whereas the battleship USS NORTH DAKOTA, the first turbine-powered ship in the United States Navy,
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Whereas the North Dakota State flag, the regimental flag carried by the North Dakota Infantry in
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Whereas the Bank of North Dakota was established in 1919 and the State mill and elevator began
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Whereas, in 1932, the International Peace Garden was established on the border between North Dakota
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Whereas, in 1949, the Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park was dedicated, covering 3 areas of
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Whereas, in 1953, President Eisenhower dedicated the Garrison Dam, the fifth-largest earthen dam in
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Whereas North Dakota has a world-class system of higher education, which supports student
development across a variety of fields, including aerospace, agriculture,
architecture, education, engineering, law, medicine, and nursing;
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Whereas the USS NORTH DAKOTA, a Virginia-class submarine was christened in November 2013;
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Whereas North Dakota has had the lowest unemployment rate in the United States for over 5 years;
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Whereas, in 2013, North Dakota was either 1st or 2nd in the United States in total agriculture
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Whereas North Dakota is the second largest producer of oil and gas in the United States;
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Whereas North Dakota produces over 1,000,000 barrels of oil each day;
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Whereas the economy of North Dakota has grown faster than the economy of all other States of the
United States for 4 consecutive years;
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Whereas the personal income of people in North Dakota is nearly 30 percent above the national
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Whereas, in 2012, exports from North Dakota topped $4,000,000,000; and
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Whereas the economy and communities of North Dakota has experienced unprecedented development,
resulting in national recognition: Now, therefore, be it
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the State of North Dakota on its 125th anniversary; and
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the people of North Dakota for their tremendous work and success in building the prosperity of
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 528 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 29, 2014 Mr. Hoeven (for himself and Ms. Heitkamp ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 125th anniversary of North Dakota’s Statehood.
Whereas the Dakota Territory was incorporated in 1861; Whereas President Theodore Roosevelt came to the Dakota Territory in 1883 to hunt and begin cattle ranching near Medora, North Dakota; Whereas President Theodore Roosevelt credited the fact he was elected President to the time he spent and the experiences he had in North Dakota; Whereas North Dakota was admitted to the Union on November 2, 1889; Whereas the population of North Dakota grew from 2,000 in 1870 to 680,000 in 1930, and reached a State record of 730,000 people in 2014; Whereas the battleship USS NORTH DAKOTA, the first turbine-powered ship in the United States Navy, was launched in 1908; Whereas the North Dakota State flag, the regimental flag carried by the North Dakota Infantry in the Spanish-American War in 1898 and Philippine Island Insurrection in 1899, was designated in 1911; Whereas the Bank of North Dakota was established in 1919 and the State mill and elevator began operating in 1922; Whereas, in 1932, the International Peace Garden was established on the border between North Dakota and the Canadian province of Manitoba, a symbol of peace between the governments of the United States and Canada; Whereas, in 1949, the Theodore Roosevelt National Memorial Park was dedicated, covering 3 areas of the badlands in western North Dakota; Whereas, in 1953, President Eisenhower dedicated the Garrison Dam, the fifth-largest earthen dam in the world, which created Lake Sakakawea, the third-largest man-made lake in the United States; Whereas North Dakota has a world-class system of higher education, which supports student development across a variety of fields, including aerospace, agriculture, architecture, education, engineering, law, medicine, and nursing; Whereas the USS NORTH DAKOTA, a Virginia-class submarine was christened in November 2013; Whereas North Dakota has had the lowest unemployment rate in the United States for over 5 years; Whereas, in 2013, North Dakota was either 1st or 2nd in the United States in total agriculture production for 16 different commodities; Whereas North Dakota is the second largest producer of oil and gas in the United States; Whereas North Dakota produces over 1,000,000 barrels of oil each day; Whereas the economy of North Dakota has grown faster than the economy of all other States of the United States for 4 consecutive years; Whereas the personal income of people in North Dakota is nearly 30 percent above the national average; Whereas, in 2012, exports from North Dakota topped $4,000,000,000; and Whereas the economy and communities of North Dakota has experienced unprecedented development, resulting in national recognition: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates— (A) the State of North Dakota on its 125th anniversary; and (B) the people of North Dakota for their tremendous work and success in building the prosperity of current and future generations living in the State; and (2) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the Governor of North Dakota. |
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Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States annually donates more than 13,000,000
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 529 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2014 Mr. Toomey (for himself and Mr. Casey ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 18, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States and commending its members for their courage and sacrifice in service to the United States.
Whereas on September 17, 1914, members of the American Veterans of Foreign Service and the National Society of the Army of the Philippines merged their organizations and voted in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to adopt the name Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States ; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States remains active in communities at the international, national, State, and local levels with more than 2,000,000 members; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States provides financial, social, and emotional support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their dependents throughout the United States; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States works on behalf of servicemembers of the United States by calling on Congress for better health care and benefits for veterans; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States annually donates more than 13,000,000 volunteer hours of community service; and Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States has played an instrumental role in each significant veterans’ legislation passed since its founding and continues to play such a role: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States on its 100th anniversary as a national organization with a mission to— (A) foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts; (B) serve veterans, the military, and communities across the United States; and (C) advocate on behalf of all veterans; (2) commends the members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States for their courage and sacrifice in service to the United States; and (3) encourages all individuals of the United States to express their appreciation for the honor, courage, and bravery of United States veterans and for the service of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 529 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2014 Mr. Toomey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States and commending its members for their courage and sacrifice in service to the United States.
Whereas on September 17, 1914, members of the American Veterans of Foreign Service and the National Society of the Army of the Philippines merged their organizations and voted in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to adopt the name Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States ; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States remains active in communities at the international, national, State, and local levels with more than 2,000,000 members; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States provides financial, social, and emotional support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans, and their dependents throughout the United States; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States works on behalf of servicemembers of the United States by calling on Congress for better health care and benefits for veterans; Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States annually donates more than 13,000,000 volunteer hours of community service; and Whereas the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States has played an instrumental role in each significant veterans’ legislation passed since its founding and continues to play such a role: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States on its 100th anniversary as a national organization with a mission to— (A) foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts; (B) serve veterans, the military, and communities across the United States; and (C) advocate on behalf of all veterans; (2) commends the members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States for their courage and sacrifice in service to the United States; and (3) encourages all individuals of the United States to express their appreciation for the honor, courage, and bravery of United States veterans and for the service of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 30, 2014
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Mr. Portman
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Mr. Alexander
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,
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Ms. Baldwin
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,
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Mr. Barrasso
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Boozman
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,
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Ms. Cantwell
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,
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mr. Chambliss
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,
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Ms. Collins
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,
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Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Enzi
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,
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Mrs. Fischer
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,
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Mr. Grassley
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,
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Mr. Heller
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,
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Mr. Hoeven
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,
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Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Isakson
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Klobuchar
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,
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Ms. Landrieu
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,
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Mr. Lee
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,
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Mr. Levin
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Mr. Manchin
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Mr. Markey
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Mr. McCain
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Mr. Moran
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,
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Mr. Risch
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,
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
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Mr. Rubio
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,
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Mr. Sessions
</cosponsor>
,
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Mrs. Shaheen
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,
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Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Thune
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,
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Mr. Wicker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
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,
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Mr. Vitter
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,
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Ms. Ayotte
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,
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Mr. Kaine
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,
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Mr. Cruz
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,
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Mr. Coons
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,
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Mr. Roberts
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Mr. Burr
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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September 18, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic
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September 18, 2014
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Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect
religious minorities from persecution from the terrorist group the Islamic
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Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an ISIL-led offensive that
began in
Anbar
province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and
Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability;
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Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and
pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic caliphate encompassing the
areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of
spreading the Islamic
State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites,
non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis;
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Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying
themselves as
Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups
comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks,
Kakais, and Jews;
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Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with
two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder
consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans;
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Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that
<quote>
no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy,
</quote>
<quote>
no law may be enacted that
contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution,
</quote>
and
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[this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of
religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians,
Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans
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;
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Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population
that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city;
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Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein,
and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki did not uphold its
commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities;
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Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to
Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development,
humanitarian services, and capacity development;
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Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000
Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country,
particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and
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Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day,
<quote>
Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also
remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a
universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe.
This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our
world cannot know lasting peace.
</quote>
:
Now, therefore, be it
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reaffirms its commitment to promoting and to protecting religious freedom around the world;
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calls on the Department of State to work with the Government of Iraq, the Kurdistan Regional
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urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 530 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Chambliss , Ms. Collins , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Heller , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mr. Moran , Mr. Risch , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Thune , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Vitter , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Coons , Mr. Roberts , and Mr. Burr ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble and an amendment to the title Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic September 18, 2014 Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble and an amendment to the title RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the terrorist group the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an ISIL-led offensive that began in Anbar province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability; Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic caliphate encompassing the areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of spreading the Islamic State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites, non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis; Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying themselves as Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks, Kakais, and Jews; Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans; Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy, no law may be enacted that contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution, and [this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians, Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans ; Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city; Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein, and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki did not uphold its commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities; Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development, humanitarian services, and capacity development; Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000 Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country, particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day, Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe. This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our world cannot know lasting peace. : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its commitment to promoting and to protecting religious freedom around the world; (2) calls on the Department of State to work with the Government of Iraq, the Kurdistan Regional Government, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, and other key stakeholders to address the urgent plight of those Iraqi minority groups seeking safety and protection from persecution in Iraq; (3) respectfully requests the Government of Iraq to prioritize the issue of protecting religious minorities and take concrete action to enact and enforce laws protecting religious freedom; and (4) urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States immigration law and national security screening procedures. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 530
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 30, 2014
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Mr. Alexander
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,
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Ms. Baldwin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S317">
Mr. Barrasso
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Boozman
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S275">
Ms. Cantwell
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S252">
Ms. Collins
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S254">
Mr. Enzi
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S352">
Mr. Heller
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S305">
Mr. Isakson
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
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,
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Ms. Klobuchar
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S346">
Mr. Lee
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S338">
Mr. Manchin
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,
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Mr. Markey
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S347">
Mr. Moran
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S323">
Mr. Risch
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S345">
Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S324">
Mrs. Shaheen
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S284">
Ms. Stabenow
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S299">
Mr. Vitter
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, and
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Ms. Ayotte
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Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect
religious minorities from persecution from the Sunni Islamist insurgent
and terrorist group the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State
of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), as it expands its control over areas in
northwestern Iraq.
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Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an Islamic State in Iraq
and the Levant (ISIL)-led offensive that began in
Anbar
province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and
Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and
pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic Caliphate encompassing the
areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of
spreading the Islamic
State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites,
non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying
themselves as
Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups
comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks,
Kakais, and Jews;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with
two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder
consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that
<quote>
no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy,
</quote>
<quote>
no law may be enacted that
contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution,
</quote>
and
<quote>
[this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of
religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians,
Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans
</quote>
;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over 1,000,000 people have been displaced by violence in Iraq, and reports have surfaced of
targeted harassment, persecution, and killings of Iraqi religious
minorities by the Islamic State with little to no protection from the
Government of Iraq and other security forces;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population
that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein,
and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has not upheld its
commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to
Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development,
humanitarian services, and capacity development;
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<text>
Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000
Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country,
particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day,
<quote>
Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also
remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a
universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe.
This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our
world cannot know lasting peace
</quote>
:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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reaffirms its commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and
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calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional Government, the
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the United States, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens
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Iraq;
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respectfully requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be
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(4)
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urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing
religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States
immigration law and national security screening procedures.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 530 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Chambliss , Ms. Collins , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Heller , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mr. Moran , Mr. Risch , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Thune , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Vitter , and Ms. Ayotte ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the Sunni Islamist insurgent and terrorist group the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), as it expands its control over areas in northwestern Iraq.
Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL)-led offensive that began in Anbar province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability; Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic Caliphate encompassing the areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of spreading the Islamic State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites, non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis; Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying themselves as Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks, Kakais, and Jews; Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans; Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy, no law may be enacted that contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution, and [this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians, Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans ; Whereas over 1,000,000 people have been displaced by violence in Iraq, and reports have surfaced of targeted harassment, persecution, and killings of Iraqi religious minorities by the Islamic State with little to no protection from the Government of Iraq and other security forces; Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city; Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein, and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has not upheld its commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities; Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development, humanitarian services, and capacity development; Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000 Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country, particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day, Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe. This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our world cannot know lasting peace : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and providing relief to minority groups facing persecution; (2) calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional Government, the Government of Iraq, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens for those seeking safety and protection from religious persecution in Iraq; (3) respectfully requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be included in Iraq's government; and (4) urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States immigration law and national security screening procedures. |
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III
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Calendar No. 575
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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S. RES. 530
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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July 30, 2014
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Mr. Portman
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(for himself,
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Mr. Alexander
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,
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Ms. Baldwin
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,
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Mr. Barrasso
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Boozman
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,
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Ms. Cantwell
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,
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mr. Chambliss
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S252">
Ms. Collins
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Enzi
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Grassley
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,
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Mr. Heller
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S305">
Mr. Isakson
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Klobuchar
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Lee
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Levin
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,
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Mr. Manchin
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,
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Mr. Markey
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,
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Mr. McCain
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,
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Mr. Moran
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,
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Mr. Risch
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Sessions
</cosponsor>
,
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Mrs. Shaheen
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Wicker
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,
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Mr. Hatch
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,
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Mr. Durbin
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,
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Mr. Vitter
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,
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Ms. Ayotte
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,
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Mr. Kaine
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,
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Mr. Cruz
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,
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Mr. Coons
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,
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Mr. Roberts
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, and
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Mr. Burr
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) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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September 18, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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, with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble and an amendment to the title
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Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic
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RESOLUTION
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Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect
religious minorities from persecution from the Sunni Islamist insurgent
and terrorist group the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State
of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), as it expands its control over areas in
northwestern Iraq.
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Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an Islamic State in Iraq
and the Levant (ISIL)-led offensive that began in
Anbar
province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and
Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and
pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic Caliphate encompassing the
areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of
spreading the Islamic
State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites,
non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying
themselves as
Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups
comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks,
Kakais, and Jews;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with
two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder
consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that
<quote>
no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy,
</quote>
<quote>
no law may be enacted that
contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution,
</quote>
and
<quote>
[this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of
religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians,
Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas over 1,000,000 people have been displaced by violence in Iraq, and reports have surfaced of
targeted harassment, persecution, and killings of Iraqi religious
minorities by the Islamic State with little to no protection from the
Government of Iraq and other security forces;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population
that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein,
and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has not upheld its
commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to
Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development,
humanitarian services, and capacity development;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000
Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country,
particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day,
<quote>
Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also
remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a
universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe.
This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our
world cannot know lasting peace
</quote>
:
Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an ISIL-led offensive that
began in
Anbar
province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and
Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and
pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic caliphate encompassing the
areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of
spreading the Islamic
State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites,
non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying
themselves as
Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups
comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks,
Kakais, and Jews;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with
two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder
consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that
<quote>
no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy,
</quote>
<quote>
no law may be enacted that
contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution,
</quote>
and
<quote>
[this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of
religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians,
Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population
that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein,
and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki did not uphold its
commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to
Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development,
humanitarian services, and capacity development;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000
Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country,
particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day,
<quote>
Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also
remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a
universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe.
This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our
world cannot know lasting peace.
</quote>
:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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reaffirms its commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and
providing relief to minority groups facing persecution;
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(2)
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calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional Government, the
Government of Iraq, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in
the United States, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens
for those seeking safety and protection from religious persecution in
Iraq;
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(3)
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respectfully requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be
included in Iraq's government; and
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<enum>
(4)
</enum>
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urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing
religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States
immigration law and national security screening procedures.
</text>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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reaffirms its commitment to promoting and to protecting religious freedom around the world;
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calls on the Department of State to work with the Government of Iraq, the Kurdistan Regional
Government, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United
States, and other key stakeholders to address the urgent plight of those
Iraqi minority groups seeking safety and protection from persecution in
Iraq;
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(3)
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respectfully requests the Government of Iraq to prioritize the issue of protecting religious
minorities
and take concrete action to enact and enforce laws protecting religious
freedom; and
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(4)
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urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing
religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States
immigration law and national security screening procedures.
</text>
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Amend the title so as to read:
<quote>
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent
need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the terrorist
group the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL).
</quote>
.
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September 18, 2014
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Reported with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble and an amendment to the title
</action-desc>
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| III Calendar No. 575 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 530 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 30, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Chambliss , Ms. Collins , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Heller , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mr. Moran , Mr. Risch , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Thune , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Vitter , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Coons , Mr. Roberts , and Mr. Burr ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble and an amendment to the title Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the Sunni Islamist insurgent and terrorist group the Islamic State, formerly known as the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), as it expands its control over areas in northwestern Iraq.
Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL)-led offensive that began in Anbar province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability; Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic Caliphate encompassing the areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of spreading the Islamic State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites, non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis; Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying themselves as Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks, Kakais, and Jews; Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans; Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy, no law may be enacted that contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution, and [this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians, Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans ; Whereas over 1,000,000 people have been displaced by violence in Iraq, and reports have surfaced of targeted harassment, persecution, and killings of Iraqi religious minorities by the Islamic State with little to no protection from the Government of Iraq and other security forces; Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city; Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein, and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has not upheld its commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities; Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development, humanitarian services, and capacity development; Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000 Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country, particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day, Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe. This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our world cannot know lasting peace : Now, therefore, be it Whereas Iraq is currently embroiled in a surge of violence arising from an ISIL-led offensive that began in Anbar province and has spread to key locations such as Mosul, Tikrit, and Samarra and continues to engulf the region in violence and instability; Whereas, on June 29, 2014, ISIL leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi renamed the group the Islamic State and pronounced himself Caliph of a new Islamic caliphate encompassing the areas under his control, and Mr. al-Baghdadi has a stated mission of spreading the Islamic State and caliphate across the region through violence against Shiites, non-Muslims, and unsupportive Sunnis; Whereas Iraq's population is approximately 31,300,000 people, with 97 percent identifying themselves as Muslim and the approximately 3 percent of religious minorities groups comprising of Christians, Yezidis, Sabean-Mandaeans, Bahais, Shabaks, Kakais, and Jews; Whereas the Iraqi Christian population is estimated to be between 400,000 and 850,000, with two-thirds being Chaldean, one-fifth Assyrian, and the remainder consisting of Syriacs, Protestants, Armenians, and Anglicans; Whereas the Iraqi constitution provides for religious freedom by stating that no law may be enacted that contradicts the principles of democracy, no law may be enacted that contradicts the rights and basic freedoms stipulated in this Constitution, and [this Constitution] guarantees the full religious rights to freedom of religious belief and practice of all individuals such as Christians, Yazidis, and Mandean Sabeans ; Whereas the fall of Mosul in particular has sparked enough anxiety among the Christian population that, for the first time in 1,600 years, there was no Mass in that city; Whereas over 50 percent of Iraq's Christian population has fled since the fall of Saddam Hussein, and the government under Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki did not uphold its commitment to protect the rights of religious minorities; Whereas the United States Government has provided over $73,000,000 of cumulative assistance to Iraq's minority populations since 2003 through economic development, humanitarian services, and capacity development; Whereas 84,902 Iraqis have resettled to the United States between 2007 and 2013 and over 300,000 Chaldean and Assyrians currently reside throughout the country, particularly in Michigan, California, Arizona, Illinois, and Ohio; and Whereas President Barack Obama recently declared on Religious Freedom Day, Foremost among the rights Americans hold sacred is the freedom to worship as we choose … we also remember that religious liberty is not just an American right; it is a universal human right to be protected here at home and across the globe. This freedom is an essential part of human dignity, and without it our world cannot know lasting peace. : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its commitment to promoting and protecting religious freedom around the world and providing relief to minority groups facing persecution; (2) calls on the Department of State to work with the Kurdistan Regional Government, the Government of Iraq, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, and other key stakeholders to help secure safe havens for those seeking safety and protection from religious persecution in Iraq; (3) respectfully requests the addition of a Special Representative for Religious Minorities to be included in Iraq's government; and (4) urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States immigration law and national security screening procedures.
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its commitment to promoting and to protecting religious freedom around the world; (2) calls on the Department of State to work with the Government of Iraq, the Kurdistan Regional Government, neighboring countries, the diaspora community in the United States, and other key stakeholders to address the urgent plight of those Iraqi minority groups seeking safety and protection from persecution in Iraq; (3) respectfully requests the Government of Iraq to prioritize the issue of protecting religious minorities and take concrete action to enact and enforce laws protecting religious freedom; and (4) urges the President to ensure the timely processing of visas for Iraq's minority groups fleeing religious persecution, in accordance with existing United States immigration law and national security screening procedures.
Amend the title so as to read: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the current situation in Iraq and the urgent need to protect religious minorities from persecution from the terrorist group the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). .
September 18, 2014 Reported with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble and an amendment to the title |
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Whereas Louis Silvie
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Lou
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Whereas Louis Zamperini represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin as a distance
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Whereas Louis Zamperini graduated from the University of Southern California in 1940 and enlisted
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Whereas in May 1943, Louis Zamperini’s B–24 bomber malfunctioned and crashed during a
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Whereas Louis Zamperini survived for 47 days adrift in a life raft with Second Lieutenant Russell
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Whereas for more than 2 years, during his imprisonment, Louis Zamperini endured brutal treatment
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Whereas upon the conclusion of World War II, Louis Zamperini was released from the prisoner of war
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Whereas Louis Zamperini was given the honor of carrying the Olympic flame in 1984, 1996, and 1998;
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Whereas in the years after World War II, Louis Zamperini traveled as an inspirational public
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Whereas the airport in Torrance, California, was named
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Zamperini Field
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Whereas Louis Zamperini leaves a legacy as a national hero and an inspiration to future
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 531 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself and Mr. McCain ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary December 3, 2014 Committee discharged; considered, amended, and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini and expressing condolences on his passing.
Whereas Louis Silvie Lou Zamperini was born on January 26, 1917, to Anthony and Louise Zamperini, in Olean, New York; Whereas Louis Zamperini represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin as a distance runner; Whereas Louis Zamperini graduated from the University of Southern California in 1940 and enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps in 1941, earning the rank of lieutenant; Whereas in May 1943, Louis Zamperini’s B–24 bomber malfunctioned and crashed during a search-and-rescue mission over the Pacific Ocean, leaving him and 2 other individuals stranded; Whereas Louis Zamperini survived for 47 days adrift in a life raft with Second Lieutenant Russell Phillips before being captured by Japanese forces and placed in a prisoner of war camp; Whereas for more than 2 years, during his imprisonment, Louis Zamperini endured brutal treatment and forced labor with courage and resilience; Whereas upon the conclusion of World War II, Louis Zamperini was released from the prisoner of war camp in September 1945; Whereas Louis Zamperini was promoted to captain and awarded multiple distinguishing military honors, including the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Prisoner of War Medal; Whereas Louis Zamperini was given the honor of carrying the Olympic flame in 1984, 1996, and 1998; Whereas in the years after World War II, Louis Zamperini traveled as an inspirational public speaker, using his experiences to inspire a message of forgiveness; Whereas the airport in Torrance, California, was named Zamperini Field in honor of Louis Zamperini; and Whereas Louis Zamperini leaves a legacy as a national hero and an inspiration to future generations: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini; and (2) extends heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Louis Zamperini. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 531 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself and Mr. McCain ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini and expressing condolences on his passing.
Whereas Louis Silvie Lou Zamperini was born on January 26, 1917, to Anthony and Louise Zamperini, in Olean, New York; Whereas Louis Zamperini represented the United States in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin as a distance runner; Whereas Louis Zamperini graduated from the University of Southern California in 1940 and enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps in 1941, earning the rank of lieutenant; Whereas in May 1943, Louis Zamperini’s B–24 bomber malfunctioned and crashed during a search-and-rescue mission over the Pacific Ocean, leaving him and 2 other individuals stranded; Whereas Louis Zamperini survived for 47 days adrift in a life raft with Second Lieutenant Russell Phillips before being captured by Japanese forces and placed in a prisoner of war camp; Whereas for more than 2 years, during his imprisonment, Louis Zamperini endured brutal treatment and forced labor with courage and resilience; Whereas upon the conclusion of World War II, Louis Zamperini was released from the prisoner of war camp in September 1945; Whereas Louis Zamperini was promoted to captain and awarded multiple distinguishing military honors, including the Purple Heart, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and the Prisoner of War Medal; Whereas Louis Zamperini was given the honor of carrying the Olympic flame in 1984, 1996, and 1998; Whereas in the years after World War II, Louis Zamperini traveled as an inspirational public speaker, using his experiences to inspire a message of forgiveness; Whereas the airport in Torrance, California, was named Zamperini Field in honor of Louis Zamperini; and Whereas Louis Zamperini leaves a legacy as a national hero and an inspiration to future generations: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Louis Zamperini; (2) extends heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Louis Zamperini; and (3) requests the President to identify an appropriate and lasting program of the United States Government to honor the legacy of Louis Zamperini. |
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Whereas direct care workers, personal assistants, personal
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assisting with bathing and dressing;
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assisting individuals with physical disabilities with access to their environment;
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providing transportation to school, work, religious, and recreational activities; and
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helping with general aspects of daily living, such as financial matters, medical
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Whereas direct support professionals provide essential support to help keep individuals with
disabilities connected to family, friends, and community;
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Whereas direct support professionals support individuals with disabilities in making choices that
lead to meaningful, productive lives;
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Whereas direct support professionals are the key to helping individuals with
disabilities to live successfully in the community, and to avoid more
costly institutional care;
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Whereas the participation of direct support professionals in medical care planning is critical to
the successful transition from medical events to post-acute care and
long-term support and services;
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Whereas the majority of direct support professionals are the primary financial providers for their
families
and often work multiple jobs to make ends meet;
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Whereas direct support professionals are a critical element in supporting individuals who are
receiving health care services for severe chronic health conditions and
individuals with
with functional limitations;
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Whereas while direct support professionals work and pay taxes, many direct support professionals
earn poverty-level wages and
are therefore eligible for the same Federal and State public assistance
programs on which individuals with disabilities served by direct support
professionals must also depend;
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Whereas Federal and State policies assert the right of certain individuals with a disability to
live in a residential setting in the community, or an institutional
setting of their choice, and the Supreme Court of the United States, in
Olmstead v. L.C., 527 U.S. 581 (1999), confirmed that right for certain
individuals;
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Whereas, as of 2014, the majority of direct support professionals are employed in home and
community-based settings and this majority is projected to increase over
the
next decade;
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Whereas there is a documented and increasing critical shortage of direct support professionals
throughout the United States; and
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Whereas many direct support professionals are forced to leave their jobs due to inadequate wages
and benefits and limited opportunities for advancement, creating
demonstrated
high turnover and vacancy rates, which adversely affect the quality of
support and the safety and health of individuals with disabilities:
Now,
therefore, be it
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designates the week beginning September 7, 2014, as
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National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week
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recognizes the dedication of direct support professionals and the vital role direct support
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of all ages;
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appreciates the contribution of direct support professionals in supporting individuals with
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identifies direct support professionals as integral to long-term support and services for
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finds that the successful implementation of the public policies affecting individuals with
disabilities in the United States depends on the dedication of direct
support professionals.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 532 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Brown , Mr. Casey , Mr. Franken , Mr. Grassley , Mr. King , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Portman , Mr. Rockefeller , and Ms. Warren ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning September 7, 2014, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week .
Whereas direct care workers, personal assistants, personal attendants, in-home support workers, and paraprofessionals (referred to in this preamble as direct support professionals ) are the primary providers of publicly-funded long-term support and services for millions of individuals with disabilities; Whereas direct support professionals must build a close, respectful, and trusted relationship with individuals with disabilities; Whereas direct support professionals assist individuals with disabilities with intimate personal care assistance on a daily basis; Whereas direct support professionals provide a broad range of individualized support, including— (1) preparation of meals; (2) helping with medications; (3) assisting with bathing and dressing; (4) assisting individuals with physical disabilities with access to their environment; (5) providing transportation to school, work, religious, and recreational activities; and (6) helping with general aspects of daily living, such as financial matters, medical appointments, and personal interests; Whereas direct support professionals provide essential support to help keep individuals with disabilities connected to family, friends, and community; Whereas direct support professionals support individuals with disabilities in making choices that lead to meaningful, productive lives; Whereas direct support professionals are the key to helping individuals with disabilities to live successfully in the community, and to avoid more costly institutional care; Whereas the participation of direct support professionals in medical care planning is critical to the successful transition from medical events to post-acute care and long-term support and services; Whereas the majority of direct support professionals are the primary financial providers for their families and often work multiple jobs to make ends meet; Whereas direct support professionals are a critical element in supporting individuals who are receiving health care services for severe chronic health conditions and individuals with with functional limitations; Whereas while direct support professionals work and pay taxes, many direct support professionals earn poverty-level wages and are therefore eligible for the same Federal and State public assistance programs on which individuals with disabilities served by direct support professionals must also depend; Whereas Federal and State policies assert the right of certain individuals with a disability to live in a residential setting in the community, or an institutional setting of their choice, and the Supreme Court of the United States, in Olmstead v. L.C., 527 U.S. 581 (1999), confirmed that right for certain individuals; Whereas, as of 2014, the majority of direct support professionals are employed in home and community-based settings and this majority is projected to increase over the next decade; Whereas there is a documented and increasing critical shortage of direct support professionals throughout the United States; and Whereas many direct support professionals are forced to leave their jobs due to inadequate wages and benefits and limited opportunities for advancement, creating demonstrated high turnover and vacancy rates, which adversely affect the quality of support and the safety and health of individuals with disabilities: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning September 7, 2014, as National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week ; (2) recognizes the dedication of direct support professionals and the vital role direct support professionals have in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities of all ages; (3) appreciates the contribution of direct support professionals in supporting individuals with disabilities and their families in the United States; (4) identifies direct support professionals as integral to long-term support and services for individuals with disabilities; and (5) finds that the successful implementation of the public policies affecting individuals with disabilities in the United States depends on the dedication of direct support professionals. |
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National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
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Whereas over 1,275,000 individuals in the United States are estimated to live with a spinal cord
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Whereas 100,000 of the individuals in the United States with a spinal cord injury are estimated to
be veterans who suffered the spinal cord injury while serving as members
of the Armed Forces;
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<whereas>
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Whereas accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas motor vehicle crashes are the second leading cause of spinal cord and traumatic brain
injuries;
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<whereas>
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Whereas 70 percent of all spinal cord injuries that occur in children under the age of 18 are a
result of motor vehicle accidents;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas every 48 minutes a person becomes paralyzed, underscoring the urgent need to develop new
neuroprotection, pharmacological, and regeneration treatments to reduce,
prevent, and reverse paralysis; and
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased education and investment in research are key factors to improving outcomes for
victims of spinal cord injuries, improving the quality of life of victims,
and ultimately curing paralysis: Now, therefore, be it
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designates September 2014 as
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National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
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supports the goals and ideals of National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month;
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supports clinical trials for new therapies that offer promise and hope to people living with
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(5)
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commends the dedication of local, regional, and national organizations, researchers, doctors,
volunteers, and people across the United States that are working to
improve the quality of life of people living with paralysis and their
families.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 533 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Nelson ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2014 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month .
Whereas over 1,275,000 individuals in the United States are estimated to live with a spinal cord injury and cost society billions of dollars in health care and lost wages; Whereas 100,000 of the individuals in the United States with a spinal cord injury are estimated to be veterans who suffered the spinal cord injury while serving as members of the Armed Forces; Whereas accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries; Whereas motor vehicle crashes are the second leading cause of spinal cord and traumatic brain injuries; Whereas 70 percent of all spinal cord injuries that occur in children under the age of 18 are a result of motor vehicle accidents; Whereas every 48 minutes a person becomes paralyzed, underscoring the urgent need to develop new neuroprotection, pharmacological, and regeneration treatments to reduce, prevent, and reverse paralysis; and Whereas increased education and investment in research are key factors to improving outcomes for victims of spinal cord injuries, improving the quality of life of victims, and ultimately curing paralysis: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates September 2014 as National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month ; (2) supports the goals and ideals of National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month; (3) continues to support research to find better treatments, more effective therapies, and a cure for paralysis; (4) supports clinical trials for new therapies that offer promise and hope to people living with paralysis; and (5) commends the dedication of local, regional, and national organizations, researchers, doctors, volunteers, and people across the United States that are working to improve the quality of life of people living with paralysis and their families. |
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Whereas the great Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen of Pekin, Illinois, has passed from the halls of
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Whereas the current Senators wish to honor Senator Dirksen;
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Whereas, upon the passing of Senator Dirksen, his contemporaries and peers stated that—
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Senator Dirksen—
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provided support that made the civil rights legislation of the 1960s a fact rather than a dream
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when Senator Dirksen spoke, the country listened, and his eloquence was a source of national
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Whereas, as the obituary for Senator Dirksen in the New York Times noted, Senator Dirksen
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was ever constant to the marigold, which he sought to make the national flower and which he grew
profusely in his garden
</quote>
;
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Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said on the Senate floor on April 17, 1967, the marigold
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is a native of North America and can in truth and in fact be called an American flower
</quote>
;
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Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigold
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is national in character, for it grows and thrives in every one of the fifty states of this nation
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;
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Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigold’s
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robustness reflects the hardihood and character of the generations who pioneered and built this
land into a great nation
</quote>
;
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Whereas, beginning in 1973, Pekin has held the Pekin Marigold Festival each year to honor Pekin’s
favorite son, Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen; and
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 40th Pekin Marigold Festival will be held during the first week of September 2014,
which includes Saturday, September 6: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate designates September 6, 2014, as
<quote>
Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day
</quote>
.
</text>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 534 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mr. Kirk (for himself and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day .
Whereas the great Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen of Pekin, Illinois, has passed from the halls of the United States Capitol; Whereas the current Senators wish to honor Senator Dirksen; Whereas, upon the passing of Senator Dirksen, his contemporaries and peers stated that— (1) Senator Dirksen— (A) provided sage advice and counsel and wholehearted wisdom; (B) provided support that made the civil rights legislation of the 1960s a fact rather than a dream during that decade; and (C) was known as an American who cultivated a high sense of honor; and (2) when Senator Dirksen spoke, the country listened, and his eloquence was a source of national strength; Whereas, as the obituary for Senator Dirksen in the New York Times noted, Senator Dirksen was ever constant to the marigold, which he sought to make the national flower and which he grew profusely in his garden ; Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said on the Senate floor on April 17, 1967, the marigold is a native of North America and can in truth and in fact be called an American flower ; Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigold is national in character, for it grows and thrives in every one of the fifty states of this nation ; Whereas, as Senator Dirksen said in that speech, the marigold’s robustness reflects the hardihood and character of the generations who pioneered and built this land into a great nation ; Whereas, beginning in 1973, Pekin has held the Pekin Marigold Festival each year to honor Pekin’s favorite son, Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen; and Whereas the 40th Pekin Marigold Festival will be held during the first week of September 2014, which includes Saturday, September 6: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate designates September 6, 2014, as Everett McKinley Dirksen and Marigold Day . |
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in addition to the usual number of copies, 1,500 copies of the manual shall be bound, of which—
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500 paperbound copies shall be for the use of the Senate; and
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1,000 copies shall be bound (550 paperbound; 250 nontabbed black skiver; 200 tabbed black skiver)
and delivered as may be directed by the Committee on Rules and
Administration.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 535 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES July 31, 2014 Mr. Schumer submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize the printing of a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual.
That— (1) the Committee on Rules and Administration shall prepare a revised edition of the Senate Rules and Manual for the use of the 113th Congress; (2) the manual shall be printed as a Senate document; and (3) in addition to the usual number of copies, 1,500 copies of the manual shall be bound, of which— (A) 500 paperbound copies shall be for the use of the Senate; and (B) 1,000 copies shall be bound (550 paperbound; 250 nontabbed black skiver; 200 tabbed black skiver) and delivered as may be directed by the Committee on Rules and Administration. |
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S. RES. 536
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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August 1, 2014
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Ms. Stabenow
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Warner
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Mr. Moran
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Ms. Baldwin
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Designating September 2014 as
<quote>
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
</quote>
.
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Whereas ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2014, approximately 21,980 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed, and 14,270
women will die of ovarian cancer in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the mortality rate for ovarian cancer has not significantly decreased since the
<quote>
War on Cancer
</quote>
was declared more than 40 years ago;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 25 percent of women will die within 1 year of diagnosis with ovarian cancer and over 50
percent will die within 5 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas while there is the mammogram to detect breast cancer and the Pap smear to detect cervical
cancer, there is no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the lack of an early detection test means that approximately 80 percent of cases of ovarian
cancer are detected at an advanced stage;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all women are at risk for ovarian cancer, and approximately 15 percent of women diagnosed
with ovarian cancer have a family history of ovarian cancer, which places
them at even higher risk;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas scientists and physicians have uncovered changes in the BRCA genes that some women inherit
from their parents, which may make them 30 times more likely to develop
ovarian cancer;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the family history of a woman has been found to play an important role in accurately
assessing that woman's risk of developing ovarian cancer and medical
experts believe that family history should be taken into consideration
during a woman's annual well woman visit;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many experts in health prevention now recommends genetic testing for young women with a
family history of breast and ovarian cancer;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas women who know they are at high risk of breast and ovarian cancer may undertake
prophylactic measures to help reduce the risk of developing these
diseases;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Society of Gynecologic Oncology now recommends that all women diagnosed with ovarian
cancer receive counseling and genetic testing;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many people are unaware that the symptoms of ovarian cancer often include bloating, pelvic
or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, urinary
symptoms, and several other symptoms that are easily confused with other
diseases;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer by women and health care providers can lead to
a quicker diagnosis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in June 2007, the first national consensus statement on ovarian cancer symptoms was
developed to provide consistency in describing symptoms to make it easier
for women to learn and remember the symptoms; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas each year during the month of September, the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance and partner
members hold a number of events to increase public awareness of ovarian
cancer: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate—
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designates September 2014 as
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National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
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supports the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 536 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2014 Ms. Stabenow (for herself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Warner , Mr. Moran , Ms. Baldwin , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating September 2014 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month .
Whereas ovarian cancer is the deadliest of all gynecologic cancers; Whereas ovarian cancer is the 5th leading cause of cancer deaths among women in the United States; Whereas, in 2014, approximately 21,980 new cases of ovarian cancer will be diagnosed, and 14,270 women will die of ovarian cancer in the United States; Whereas the mortality rate for ovarian cancer has not significantly decreased since the War on Cancer was declared more than 40 years ago; Whereas 25 percent of women will die within 1 year of diagnosis with ovarian cancer and over 50 percent will die within 5 years; Whereas while there is the mammogram to detect breast cancer and the Pap smear to detect cervical cancer, there is no reliable early detection test for ovarian cancer; Whereas the lack of an early detection test means that approximately 80 percent of cases of ovarian cancer are detected at an advanced stage; Whereas all women are at risk for ovarian cancer, and approximately 15 percent of women diagnosed with ovarian cancer have a family history of ovarian cancer, which places them at even higher risk; Whereas scientists and physicians have uncovered changes in the BRCA genes that some women inherit from their parents, which may make them 30 times more likely to develop ovarian cancer; Whereas the family history of a woman has been found to play an important role in accurately assessing that woman's risk of developing ovarian cancer and medical experts believe that family history should be taken into consideration during a woman's annual well woman visit; Whereas many experts in health prevention now recommends genetic testing for young women with a family history of breast and ovarian cancer; Whereas women who know they are at high risk of breast and ovarian cancer may undertake prophylactic measures to help reduce the risk of developing these diseases; Whereas the Society of Gynecologic Oncology now recommends that all women diagnosed with ovarian cancer receive counseling and genetic testing; Whereas many people are unaware that the symptoms of ovarian cancer often include bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly, urinary symptoms, and several other symptoms that are easily confused with other diseases; Whereas awareness of the symptoms of ovarian cancer by women and health care providers can lead to a quicker diagnosis; Whereas, in June 2007, the first national consensus statement on ovarian cancer symptoms was developed to provide consistency in describing symptoms to make it easier for women to learn and remember the symptoms; and Whereas each year during the month of September, the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance and partner members hold a number of events to increase public awareness of ovarian cancer: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates September 2014 as National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month ; and (2) supports the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. |
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Whereas, on July 17, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution supporting Israel’s right to
defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of
Israel, condemning the actions of Hamas, and calling for the President of
the Palestinian Authority to dissolve the unity government arrangement
with Hamas;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 29, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning Hamas’s terrorist
actions and use of civilians as human shields and condemning the United
Nations Human Rights Council’s resolution of July 23, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired over 2,500 rockets at Israel;
</text>
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Whereas Hamas has used a system of tunnels to smuggle weapons and launch attacks on Israel;
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Whereas 5,000,000 innocent Israeli civilians are currently living under the threat of
indiscriminant rocket attacks from Gaza;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since ground operations in Gaza began, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have discovered
more than 30 tunnels to only provide access to Israeli territory to
attack and kidnap Israelis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel has accepted and implemented numerous ceasefire agreements that Hamas has rejected;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on July 26, 2014, Hamas continued to fire rockets into Israel during a 24-hour truce that
Hamas had itself
proposed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel embraced the Egyptian-proposed ceasefire agreement, which Hamas resoundingly
rejected on July 27, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on August 1, 2014, 90 minutes into a humanitarian ceasefire, Hamas violated a ceasefire to
use one of these tunnels to conduct a suicide attack, killing two Israeli
soldiers and kidnapping 2nd Lt. Hadar Goldin, an IDF soldier;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Israel has a right to defend itself from Hamas’s constant barrage of rockets and to destroy
the matrix of tunnels Hamas uses to smuggle weapons and Hamas fighters
into Israel to carry out terrorist attacks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Israel has taken significant steps to protect civilians in Gaza,
including dropping leaflets in Gaza neighborhoods in advance of Israeli
military attacks, calling Palestinians on the phone urging them to
evacuate certain areas before the military strikes targets, and issuing
warnings to civilians in advance of firing on buildings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas uses civilians in Gaza as human shields by placing missile launchers next to schools,
hospitals, mosques, and private homes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hamas’ interior ministry has called on residents of Gaza to ignore IDF warnings to get out
of harm’s way; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas any effort to broker a ceasefire agreement that does not eliminate those threats cannot be
sustained in the long run and will leave Israel vulnerable to future
attacks: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the
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condemns Hamas’ repeated violation of humanitarian cease fires and its use of suicide bombings;
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demands Hamas return the IDF soldier kidnapped on August 1, 2014;
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calls on the United Nations Secretary General to immediately condemn all terrorist attacks by Hamas
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reiterates its call on Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields;
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urges the international community to condemn the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel;
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calls on the Palestinian people to reject Hamas and its hateful ideology and to seek peace; and
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recognizes that the Government of Israel must be allowed to take actions necessary to remove the
present and future threats posed by Hamas’ rockets and tunnels and
supports
the Government of Israel’s efforts to deal with the threats posed by Hamas
rockets and
tunnels.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 537 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES August 1, 2014 Mr. Graham (for himself and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Reaffirming support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel, and for other purposes.
Whereas, on July 17, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution supporting Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel, condemning the actions of Hamas, and calling for the President of the Palestinian Authority to dissolve the unity government arrangement with Hamas; Whereas, on July 29, 2014, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning Hamas’s terrorist actions and use of civilians as human shields and condemning the United Nations Human Rights Council’s resolution of July 23, 2014; Whereas, since June 2014, Hamas has fired over 2,500 rockets at Israel; Whereas Hamas has used a system of tunnels to smuggle weapons and launch attacks on Israel; Whereas 5,000,000 innocent Israeli civilians are currently living under the threat of indiscriminant rocket attacks from Gaza; Whereas, since ground operations in Gaza began, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have discovered more than 30 tunnels to only provide access to Israeli territory to attack and kidnap Israelis; Whereas Israel has accepted and implemented numerous ceasefire agreements that Hamas has rejected; Whereas, on July 26, 2014, Hamas continued to fire rockets into Israel during a 24-hour truce that Hamas had itself proposed; Whereas Israel embraced the Egyptian-proposed ceasefire agreement, which Hamas resoundingly rejected on July 27, 2014; Whereas, on August 1, 2014, 90 minutes into a humanitarian ceasefire, Hamas violated a ceasefire to use one of these tunnels to conduct a suicide attack, killing two Israeli soldiers and kidnapping 2nd Lt. Hadar Goldin, an IDF soldier; Whereas Israel has a right to defend itself from Hamas’s constant barrage of rockets and to destroy the matrix of tunnels Hamas uses to smuggle weapons and Hamas fighters into Israel to carry out terrorist attacks; Whereas the Government of Israel has taken significant steps to protect civilians in Gaza, including dropping leaflets in Gaza neighborhoods in advance of Israeli military attacks, calling Palestinians on the phone urging them to evacuate certain areas before the military strikes targets, and issuing warnings to civilians in advance of firing on buildings; Whereas Hamas uses civilians in Gaza as human shields by placing missile launchers next to schools, hospitals, mosques, and private homes; Whereas Hamas’ interior ministry has called on residents of Gaza to ignore IDF warnings to get out of harm’s way; and Whereas any effort to broker a ceasefire agreement that does not eliminate those threats cannot be sustained in the long run and will leave Israel vulnerable to future attacks: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms its support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel; (2) condemns Hamas’ repeated violation of humanitarian cease fires and its use of suicide bombings; (3) demands Hamas return the IDF soldier kidnapped on August 1, 2014; (4) calls on the United Nations Secretary General to immediately condemn all terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel; (5) reiterates its call on Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields; (6) urges the international community to condemn the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel; (7) calls on the Palestinian people to reject Hamas and its hateful ideology and to seek peace; and (8) recognizes that the Government of Israel must be allowed to take actions necessary to remove the present and future threats posed by Hamas’ rockets and tunnels and supports the Government of Israel’s efforts to deal with the threats posed by Hamas rockets and tunnels. |
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Rubio
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Expressing the condolences of the Senate to the families of James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and
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Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff were highly respected journalists whose integrity and
dedication were a credit to their profession;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff embodied the spirit of our Nation’s First Amendment
liberties, including the freedom of the press;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff made significant contributions to our Nation through their
courageous reporting of events in Libya, Syria, and elsewhere;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is a terrorist organization responsible for
committing barbaric acts against United States citizens;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL continues to hold hostages in blatant contravention of international law;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Iraqi Christians, forcing many to
flee their ancient homeland;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Muslims who do not subscribe to
ISIL’s depraved, violent, and oppressive ideology;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL has threatened to decimate the ancient Yazidi population of Iraq while abducting
Yazidi women and children and subjecting them to rape, forced marriage,
and slavery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL has targeted many other religious and ethnic minority groups, including Turkmen
populations; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ISIL threatens to conduct terrorist attacks internationally: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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Sense of the Senate
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strongly condemns the terrorist acts of ISIL, including the barbaric and deplorable murders of
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mourns the deaths of James Foley and Steven Sotloff and expresses its condolences to their
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salutes James Foley and Steven Sotloff for their unwavering and courageous pursuit of journalistic
excellence under the most difficult and dangerous of conditions;
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supports efforts to vigorously pursue and bring to justice those responsible for the murders of
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demands the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages being held by ISIL; and
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calls on the United States and the international community, working in partnership with the
governments and citizens of the Middle East, to address the threat posed
by ISIL.
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2.
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Rule of construction
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Nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 538 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 9, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the condolences of the Senate to the families of James Foley and Steven Sotloff, and condemning the terrorist acts of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.
Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff were highly respected journalists whose integrity and dedication were a credit to their profession; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff embodied the spirit of our Nation’s First Amendment liberties, including the freedom of the press; Whereas James Foley and Steven Sotloff made significant contributions to our Nation through their courageous reporting of events in Libya, Syria, and elsewhere; Whereas the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) is a terrorist organization responsible for committing barbaric acts against United States citizens; Whereas ISIL continues to hold hostages in blatant contravention of international law; Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Iraqi Christians, forcing many to flee their ancient homeland; Whereas ISIL has committed despicable acts of violence against Muslims who do not subscribe to ISIL’s depraved, violent, and oppressive ideology; Whereas ISIL has threatened to decimate the ancient Yazidi population of Iraq while abducting Yazidi women and children and subjecting them to rape, forced marriage, and slavery; Whereas ISIL has targeted many other religious and ethnic minority groups, including Turkmen populations; and Whereas ISIL threatens to conduct terrorist attacks internationally: Now, therefore, be it
1. Sense of the Senate The Senate— (1) strongly condemns the terrorist acts of ISIL, including the barbaric and deplorable murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; (2) mourns the deaths of James Foley and Steven Sotloff and expresses its condolences to their families; (3) salutes James Foley and Steven Sotloff for their unwavering and courageous pursuit of journalistic excellence under the most difficult and dangerous of conditions; (4) supports efforts to vigorously pursue and bring to justice those responsible for the murders of James Foley and Steven Sotloff; (5) demands the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages being held by ISIL; and (6) calls on the United States and the international community, working in partnership with the governments and citizens of the Middle East, to address the threat posed by ISIL. 2. Rule of construction Nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use force. |
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Mr. Enzi
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Mr. Roberts
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Schatz
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Mr. Scott
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Mr. Sessions
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Mr. Shelby
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Ms. Stabenow
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Mr. Tester
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Mr. Thune
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Mr. Toomey
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
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Mr. Udall of New Mexico
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,
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Mr. Vitter
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Mr. Walsh
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Mr. Warner
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Ms. Warren
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Relative to the death of James M. Jeffords, former United States Senator for the State of Vermont.
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Whereas James M. Jeffords was born in the state of Vermont, and graduated Yale University and
Harvard Law School;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas James M. Jeffords served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1959 and later in the Naval
Reserve, retiring as captain;
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<whereas>
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Whereas James M. Jeffords began his service to his beloved state of Vermont by serving in the
Vermont Senate from 1967 to 1968 and as Vermont Attorney General from 1969
to 1973;
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Whereas James M. Jeffords was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1974
and served seven terms as Representative from the State of Vermont;
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<whereas>
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Whereas in 1988, James M. Jeffords was first elected to the United States Senate and faithfully
served the people of the State of Vermont for three terms as a Senator;
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<whereas>
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Whereas James M. Jeffords held a lifetime voting percentage of 96.2, casting over 5,800 votes over
18 years;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas James M. Jeffords served as the Chairman of the Committee on Labor and Human Resources, the
Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Committee on
Environment and Public Works: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the
Honorable James M. Jeffords, former member of the United States Senate.
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That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and
transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased.
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That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 539 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 9, 2014 Mr. Leahy (for himself, Mr. Sanders , Mr. Reid , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Alexander , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Booker , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Mr. Casey , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Coons , Mr. Corker , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Paul , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , 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 James M. Jeffords, former United States Senator for the State of Vermont.
Whereas James M. Jeffords was born in the state of Vermont, and graduated Yale University and Harvard Law School; Whereas James M. Jeffords served in the United States Navy from 1956 to 1959 and later in the Naval Reserve, retiring as captain; Whereas James M. Jeffords began his service to his beloved state of Vermont by serving in the Vermont Senate from 1967 to 1968 and as Vermont Attorney General from 1969 to 1973; Whereas James M. Jeffords was first elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1974 and served seven terms as Representative from the State of Vermont; Whereas in 1988, James M. Jeffords was first elected to the United States Senate and faithfully served the people of the State of Vermont for three terms as a Senator; Whereas James M. Jeffords held a lifetime voting percentage of 96.2, casting over 5,800 votes over 18 years; Whereas James M. Jeffords served as the Chairman of the Committee on Labor and Human Resources, the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, and the Committee on Environment and Public Works: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable James M. Jeffords, former member of the United States Senate. That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable James M. Jeffords. |
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113 SRES 540 ATS: Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil society as a cornerstone of democracy, and encouraging all governments to stand with civil society in the face of mounting restrictions on civil society organizations.
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 540
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 10, 2014
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Mr. Cardin
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<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Mr. Durbin
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Mr. Menendez
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Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil
society as a cornerstone of democracy, and encouraging all governments to
stand with civil society in the face of mounting restrictions on civil
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Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the
International Day of Democracy, a day set aside to review the state of
democracy in the world;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain
inalienable rights, among them being the freedom of assembly, the freedom
of association, the freedom of the press, and the freedom of speech;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their
version of the good and instilling hope that the aspirations of the people
may one day be realized;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the
formation of human capital, the rate of inflation, the level of economic
freedom, and the stability of political institutions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and
is necessary to the full realization of the values enshrined in the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines
<quote>
civil society
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as associations around which society voluntarily organizes itself and which represent a wide range
of interests and ties, including community-based organizations, indigenous
peoples’ organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key
role in providing transparency, ensuring the legitimacy of elections,
advocating for marginalized groups, and making clear the will of the
people;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new
restrictive measures in over 50 countries hindering the ability of
civil society organizations (CSOs) to freely operate;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for
the Journal of Democracy explains that 12 prohibit and 39 restrict foreign
funding of domestic NGOs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded
<quote>
to bring together governments, civil society, and the private sector in the pursuit of a common
goal: supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and
institutions around the world
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the
<quote>
Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund
</quote>
to provide small grants to CSOs for immediate needs and to support short-term advocacy projects;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, through the Open Government Partnership, 63 countries have committed to protecting the
ability of CSOs to operate in a manner that is consistent with the rights
to freedom of expression, association, and opinion;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in September 2013, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the United
States launched a coordinated multilateral effort encouraging countries to
stand with civil society and push back against growing restrictions on
CSOs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and
of Association stands on the front lines of civil society protection,
documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening
international norms; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States remains committed to its stand with civil society by developing new
mechanisms to combat restrictions on civil society and bolster civil
society’s efforts to support democracy around the world:
Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 540 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. McCain , Mr. Rubio , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment December 3, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil society as a cornerstone of democracy, and encouraging all governments to stand with civil society in the face of mounting restrictions on civil society organizations.
Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the International Day of Democracy, a day set aside to review the state of democracy in the world; Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain inalienable rights, among them being the freedom of assembly, the freedom of association, the freedom of the press, and the freedom of speech; Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their version of the good and instilling hope that the aspirations of the people may one day be realized; Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the formation of human capital, the rate of inflation, the level of economic freedom, and the stability of political institutions; Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and is necessary to the full realization of the values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines civil society as associations around which society voluntarily organizes itself and which represent a wide range of interests and ties, including community-based organizations, indigenous peoples’ organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs); Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key role in providing transparency, ensuring the legitimacy of elections, advocating for marginalized groups, and making clear the will of the people; Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new restrictive measures in over 50 countries hindering the ability of civil society organizations (CSOs) to freely operate; Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for the Journal of Democracy explains that 12 prohibit and 39 restrict foreign funding of domestic NGOs; Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded to bring together governments, civil society, and the private sector in the pursuit of a common goal: supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and institutions around the world ; Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund to provide small grants to CSOs for immediate needs and to support short-term advocacy projects; Whereas, through the Open Government Partnership, 63 countries have committed to protecting the ability of CSOs to operate in a manner that is consistent with the rights to freedom of expression, association, and opinion; Whereas in September 2013, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the United States launched a coordinated multilateral effort encouraging countries to stand with civil society and push back against growing restrictions on CSOs; Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association stands on the front lines of civil society protection, documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening international norms; and Whereas the United States remains committed to its stand with civil society by developing new mechanisms to combat restrictions on civil society and bolster civil society’s efforts to support democracy around the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Democracy; (2) recognizes the importance of civil society to the healthy development of nations; (3) celebrates the invaluable contributions civil society has made to the creation, strength, and preservation of vibrant democracies and democratic institutions; (4) reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the protection, advancement, health, and sustainability of democracy throughout the world; (5) condemns the use of restrictions, coercion, threats, or force to impede the activities of civil society organizations; (6) recognizes the important multilateral work of the Community of Democracies, the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund , the Open Government Partnership, and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association to protect global civil society; (7) recognizes the important role diplomacy plays in defending global civil society and creating new openings for civic space; (8) emphasizes the value of programs of the United States Government in protecting civil society and defending civic space, including the work by the Senior Advisor for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the United States Department of State, and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID); (9) calls on private sector partners and other governments to develop new tools and leverage existing technologies to support the efforts of civil society; and (10) encourages the people of the United States and the world to observe the International Day of Democracy, September 15, 2014, with appropriate programs and activities. |
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Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the
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Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain
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Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their
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Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the
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Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and
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Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines
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Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key
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Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new
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Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for
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Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded
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Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the
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Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund
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to provide small grants to CSOs for immediate needs and to support short-term advocacy projects;
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Whereas, through the Open Government Partnership, 63 countries have committed to protecting the
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Whereas in September 2013, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the United
States launched a coordinated multilateral effort encouraging countries to
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Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and
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documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening
international norms; and
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Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 540 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself and Mr. McCain ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil society as a cornerstone of democracy, and encouraging all governments to stand with civil society in the face of mounting restrictions on civil society organizations.
Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the International Day of Democracy, a day set aside to review the state of democracy in the world; Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain inalienable rights, among them being the freedom of assembly, the freedom of association, the freedom of the press, and the freedom of speech; Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their version of the good and instilling hope that the aspirations of the people may one day be realized; Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the formation of human capital, the rate of inflation, the level of economic freedom, and the stability of political institutions; Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and is necessary to the full realization of the values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines civil society as associations around which society voluntarily organizes itself and which represent a wide range of interests and ties, including community-based organizations, indigenous peoples’ organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs); Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key role in providing transparency, ensuring the legitimacy of elections, advocating for marginalized groups, and making clear the will of the people; Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new restrictive measures in over 50 countries hindering the ability of civil society organizations (CSOs) to freely operate; Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for the Journal of Democracy explains that 12 prohibit and 39 restrict foreign funding of domestic NGOs; Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded to bring together governments, civil society, and the private sector in the pursuit of a common goal: supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and institutions around the world ; Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund to provide small grants to CSOs for immediate needs and to support short-term advocacy projects; Whereas, through the Open Government Partnership, 63 countries have committed to protecting the ability of CSOs to operate in a manner that is consistent with the rights to freedom of expression, association, and opinion; Whereas in September 2013, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the United States launched a coordinated multilateral effort encouraging countries to stand with civil society and push back against growing restrictions on CSOs; Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association stands on the front lines of civil society protection, documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening international norms; and Whereas the United States remains committed to its stand with civil society by developing new mechanisms to combat restrictions on civil society and bolster civil society’s efforts to support democracy around the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Democracy; (2) recognizes the importance of civil society to the healthy development of nations; (3) celebrates the invaluable contributions civil society has made to the creation, strength, and preservation of vibrant democracies and democratic institutions; (4) reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the protection, advancement, health, and sustainability of democracy throughout the world; (5) condemns the use of restrictions, coercion, threats, or force to impede the activities of civil society organizations; (6) recognizes the important multilateral work of the Community of Democracies, the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund , the Open Government Partnership, and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association to protect global civil society; (7) recognizes the important role diplomacy plays in defending global civil society and creating new openings for civic space; (8) emphasizes the value of programs of the United States Government in protecting civil society and defending civic space, including the work by the Senior Advisor for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the United States Department of State, and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID); (9) calls on private sector partners and other governments to develop new tools and leverage existing technologies to support the efforts of civil society; and (10) encourages the people of the United States and the world to observe the International Day of Democracy, September 15, 2014, with appropriate programs and activities. |
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Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil
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Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the
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Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain
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Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their
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Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the
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Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and
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Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines
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of interests and ties, including community-based organizations, indigenous
peoples’ organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs);
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Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key
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advocating for marginalized groups, and making clear the will of the
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Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new
restrictive measures in over 50 countries hindering the ability of
civil society organizations (CSOs) to freely operate;
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Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for
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Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded
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goal: supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and
institutions around the world
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;
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Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the
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Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund
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Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and
of Association stands on the front lines of civil society protection,
documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening
international norms; and
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Whereas the United States remains committed to its stand with civil society by developing new
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Now, therefore, be it
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supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Democracy;
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recognizes the importance of civil society to the healthy development of nations;
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celebrates the invaluable contributions civil society has made to the creation, strength, and
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reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the protection, advancement, health, and
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condemns the use of restrictions, coercion, threats, or force to impede the activities of civil
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recognizes the important multilateral work of the Community of Democracies, the
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Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund
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, the Open Government Partnership, and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to
Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association to protect
global civil society;
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recognizes the important role diplomacy plays in defending global civil society and creating new
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emphasizes the value of programs of the United States Government in protecting civil society and
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States Agency for International Development (USAID);
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encourages the people of the United States and the world to observe the International Day of
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September 18, 2014
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Reported without amendment
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| III Calendar No. 576 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 540 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. McCain , Mr. Rubio , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Recognizing September 15, 2014, as the International Day of Democracy, affirming the role of civil society as a cornerstone of democracy, and encouraging all governments to stand with civil society in the face of mounting restrictions on civil society organizations.
Whereas in 2007, September 15 of each year was established by the United Nations as the International Day of Democracy, a day set aside to review the state of democracy in the world; Whereas democracy is a means of government that makes manifest the free exercise of certain inalienable rights, among them being the freedom of assembly, the freedom of association, the freedom of the press, and the freedom of speech; Whereas democracy allows for participatory governance, mobilizing citizens to strive for their version of the good and instilling hope that the aspirations of the people may one day be realized; Whereas an analysis of 84 independent studies shows that democracy has a favorable impact on the formation of human capital, the rate of inflation, the level of economic freedom, and the stability of political institutions; Whereas democracy promotes tolerance and respect by recognizing the human dignity of all people and is necessary to the full realization of the values enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights; Whereas the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) defines civil society as associations around which society voluntarily organizes itself and which represent a wide range of interests and ties, including community-based organizations, indigenous peoples’ organizations, and non-government organizations (NGOs); Whereas a vibrant civil society is an essential element of democratic societies and plays a key role in providing transparency, ensuring the legitimacy of elections, advocating for marginalized groups, and making clear the will of the people; Whereas, since 2012, the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law has identified 69 new restrictive measures in over 50 countries hindering the ability of civil society organizations (CSOs) to freely operate; Whereas of the 98 countries for which data is available, research presented in a 2013 article for the Journal of Democracy explains that 12 prohibit and 39 restrict foreign funding of domestic NGOs; Whereas in 2000, the Community of Democracies was founded to bring together governments, civil society, and the private sector in the pursuit of a common goal: supporting democratic rules and strengthening democratic norms and institutions around the world ; Whereas in 2011, the United States joined other like-minded governments to establish the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund to provide small grants to CSOs for immediate needs and to support short-term advocacy projects; Whereas, through the Open Government Partnership, 63 countries have committed to protecting the ability of CSOs to operate in a manner that is consistent with the rights to freedom of expression, association, and opinion; Whereas in September 2013, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the United States launched a coordinated multilateral effort encouraging countries to stand with civil society and push back against growing restrictions on CSOs; Whereas the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association stands on the front lines of civil society protection, documenting extensive global threats to civil society and strengthening international norms; and Whereas the United States remains committed to its stand with civil society by developing new mechanisms to combat restrictions on civil society and bolster civil society’s efforts to support democracy around the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of the International Day of Democracy; (2) recognizes the importance of civil society to the healthy development of nations; (3) celebrates the invaluable contributions civil society has made to the creation, strength, and preservation of vibrant democracies and democratic institutions; (4) reaffirms the commitment of the United States to the protection, advancement, health, and sustainability of democracy throughout the world; (5) condemns the use of restrictions, coercion, threats, or force to impede the activities of civil society organizations; (6) recognizes the important multilateral work of the Community of Democracies, the Lifeline: Embattled Civil Society Organizations Fund , the Open Government Partnership, and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association to protect global civil society; (7) recognizes the important role diplomacy plays in defending global civil society and creating new openings for civic space; (8) emphasizes the value of programs of the United States Government in protecting civil society and defending civic space, including the work by the Senior Advisor for Civil Society and Emerging Democracies and the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor of the United States Department of State, and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID); (9) calls on private sector partners and other governments to develop new tools and leverage existing technologies to support the efforts of civil society; and (10) encourages the people of the United States and the world to observe the International Day of Democracy, September 15, 2014, with appropriate programs and activities.
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Mr. Coons
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Mr. Flake
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Mr. Menendez
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Mr. Markey
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Mr. Heinrich
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Booker
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Mr. Leahy
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Mr. Kaine
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Mr. Casey
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Mr. Cardin
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Mr. Carper
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Ms. Cantwell
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Ms. Klobuchar
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Ms. Landrieu
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations,
governments, and economies across Africa and, if not properly contained,
to regions across the globe, and expressing support for
those affected by this epidemic.
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Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a
fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent;
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<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected
humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days;
</text>
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<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has
afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of
southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone,
Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently
discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus;
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<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to
date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making
containment a significant challenge;
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<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas, to date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ebola had infected
more than 4,400 people in West Africa and caused nearly 2,300
confirmed deaths;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health
systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers,
laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals
required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear,
such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of
health facilities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola
response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous
infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate
response and care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous
infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing
require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available
in West Africa;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues
to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient
treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for
health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be
isolated from family members;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures
to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and
establishing emergency response centers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a
devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social
instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed
and offset;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations
on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address
acute problems associated with food security, protection, water,
sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education,
as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face
of the complex social consequences of this emergency;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts
familiar with such
outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the
Governments of Senegal and Ghana have agreed to serve as logistics and
coordination centers for the international assistance effort, providing
vital corridors for supplies and personnel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014,
<quote>
There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing . . . we need action
now to scale up the response.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $175,000,000 in support through the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United
States Armed Forces since February 2014 and intends to mobilize additional
resources and support as announced by President Obama on September 16,
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical
experimental drug that was given to United States health workers
afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to Liberian doctors
with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and
development of such vaccines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster
Assistance
Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the
United States
Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human
Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United
States Government's response efforts;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up
response that
aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international
and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola
outbreak; and
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</whereas>
<whereas committee-id="SSFR00">
<text>
Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World
Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental
actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to
prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats
such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies
in Africa;
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recognizes that the limited capacity of the initial outbreak countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and
Liberia to combat the epidemic has been exhausted and the potential threat
to regions beyond Africa if this, the largest of all Ebola outbreaks, is
not contained;
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expresses support for those affected by this epidemic and affirms its sympathy for victims of Ebola
and their families;
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(4)
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supports the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic
Republic of the Congo for their ongoing efforts to combat the Ebola virus
in their countries and regionally;
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(5)
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urges citizens of affected countries to respect preventative guidelines provided by their
governments and medical professionals from Africa and around the world in
order to stem the outbreak;
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supports the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the Department of Defense, the Department of
Health and Human Services, the Department of State, the Forest Service,
and other United States Government agencies providing
technical, logistical, and material support to address the Ebola crisis in
West Africa;
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encourages deepened United States and international commitments to the global Ebola response;
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(8)
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welcomes the delivery of assistance and increased engagement from donors such as the Economic
Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the
African Union, the World Bank, the European Union, and the Government of
Canada;
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(9)
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expresses support for the promotion of investments in global health in order to ensure that
governments can better prevent and detect, contain, and eventually
eliminate outbreaks of disease while also providing other essential health
services;
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supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola Response Roadmap and a common operational platform
in response to the crisis;
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(11)
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encourages the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone to work together
and with other nations and regional and subregional organizations to
establish institutional emergency response systems to more effectively
respond to
this and future outbreaks of Ebola and other highly infectious diseases;
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(12)
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welcomes proactive measures taken by governments in West Africa to formulate national plans of
action in response to the crisis; and
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(13)
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recognizes the work of thousands of African, United States, and international officials and
volunteers
on the ground in West Africa, particularly healthcare workers, who are
working diligently and at great risk to help address this multidimensional
crisis, and encourages other healthcare workers and logisticians to
volunteer.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 541 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Corker , Mr. Markey , Mr. Heinrich , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Reed , Mr. Booker , Mr. Leahy , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Casey , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Ms. Cantwell , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Whitehouse ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment to the preamble Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic September 18, 2014 Considered and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations, governments, and economies across Africa and, if not properly contained, to regions across the globe, and expressing support for those affected by this epidemic.
Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent; Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days; Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus; Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making containment a significant challenge; Whereas, to date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ebola had infected more than 4,400 people in West Africa and caused nearly 2,300 confirmed deaths; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers, laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear, such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of health facilities; Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate response and care; Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available in West Africa; Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be isolated from family members; Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and establishing emergency response centers; Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed and offset; Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address acute problems associated with food security, protection, water, sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education, as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face of the complex social consequences of this emergency; Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts familiar with such outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the Governments of Senegal and Ghana have agreed to serve as logistics and coordination centers for the international assistance effort, providing vital corridors for supplies and personnel; Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014, There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing . . . we need action now to scale up the response. ; Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $175,000,000 in support through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United States Armed Forces since February 2014 and intends to mobilize additional resources and support as announced by President Obama on September 16, 2014; Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical experimental drug that was given to United States health workers afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to Liberian doctors with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and development of such vaccines; Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster Assistance Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United States Government's response efforts; Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up response that aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola outbreak; and Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies in Africa; (2) recognizes that the limited capacity of the initial outbreak countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia to combat the epidemic has been exhausted and the potential threat to regions beyond Africa if this, the largest of all Ebola outbreaks, is not contained; (3) expresses support for those affected by this epidemic and affirms its sympathy for victims of Ebola and their families; (4) supports the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo for their ongoing efforts to combat the Ebola virus in their countries and regionally; (5) urges citizens of affected countries to respect preventative guidelines provided by their governments and medical professionals from Africa and around the world in order to stem the outbreak; (6) supports the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of State, the Forest Service, and other United States Government agencies providing technical, logistical, and material support to address the Ebola crisis in West Africa; (7) encourages deepened United States and international commitments to the global Ebola response; (8) welcomes the delivery of assistance and increased engagement from donors such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union, the World Bank, the European Union, and the Government of Canada; (9) expresses support for the promotion of investments in global health in order to ensure that governments can better prevent and detect, contain, and eventually eliminate outbreaks of disease while also providing other essential health services; (10) supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola Response Roadmap and a common operational platform in response to the crisis; (11) encourages the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone to work together and with other nations and regional and subregional organizations to establish institutional emergency response systems to more effectively respond to this and future outbreaks of Ebola and other highly infectious diseases; (12) welcomes proactive measures taken by governments in West Africa to formulate national plans of action in response to the crisis; and (13) recognizes the work of thousands of African, United States, and international officials and volunteers on the ground in West Africa, particularly healthcare workers, who are working diligently and at great risk to help address this multidimensional crisis, and encourages other healthcare workers and logisticians to volunteer. |
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Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations,
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Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a
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Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected
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Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has
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Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of
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Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently
discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus;
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Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to
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containment a significant challenge;
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Whereas, to date, Ebola had infected more than 3,600 people in West Africa and caused almost 2,000
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Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health
systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers,
laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals
required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear,
such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of
health facilities;
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Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola
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infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate
response and care;
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Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous
infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing
require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available
in West Africa;
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Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues
to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient
treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for
health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be
isolated from family members;
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Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures
to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and
establishing emergency response centers;
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Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a
devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social
instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed
and offset;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations
on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address
acute problems associated with food security, protection, water,
sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education,
as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face
of the complex social consequences of this emergency;
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Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts
familiar with such
outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the
Government of Ghana has agreed to serve as the international community’s
logistics and coordination center and is providing a vital corridor for
supplies and personnel;
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Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and
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There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing … we need action
now to scale up the response.
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Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $101,400,000 in support through the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United
States Armed Forces since February 2014;
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Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical
experimental drug that was given to 2 United States health workers
afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to 3 Liberian doctors
with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and
development of such vaccines;
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Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster
Assistance
Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the
United States
Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human
Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United
States Government's response efforts;
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Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up
response that
aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international
and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola
outbreak; and
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Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World
Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental
actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to
prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats
such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 541 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations, governments, and economies across Africa and, if not properly contained, to regions across the globe, and expressing support for those affected by this epidemic.
Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent; Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days; Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus; Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making containment a significant challenge; Whereas, to date, Ebola had infected more than 3,600 people in West Africa and caused almost 2,000 deaths; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers, laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear, such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of health facilities; Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate response and care; Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available in West Africa; Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be isolated from family members; Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and establishing emergency response centers; Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed and offset; Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address acute problems associated with food security, protection, water, sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education, as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face of the complex social consequences of this emergency; Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts familiar with such outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the Government of Ghana has agreed to serve as the international community’s logistics and coordination center and is providing a vital corridor for supplies and personnel; Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014, There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing … we need action now to scale up the response. ; Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $101,400,000 in support through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United States Armed Forces since February 2014; Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical experimental drug that was given to 2 United States health workers afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to 3 Liberian doctors with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and development of such vaccines; Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster Assistance Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United States Government's response efforts; Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up response that aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola outbreak; and Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies in Africa; (2) recognizes that the limited capacity of the initial outbreak countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia to combat the epidemic has been exhausted and the potential threat to regions beyond Africa if this, the largest of all Ebola outbreaks, is not contained; (3) expresses support for those affected by this epidemic and affirms its sympathy for victims of Ebola and their families; (4) supports the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo for their ongoing efforts to combat the Ebola virus in their countries and regionally; (5) urges citizens of affected countries to respect preventative guidelines provided by their governments and medical professionals from Africa and around the world in order to stem the outbreak; (6) supports the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of State, the Forest Service, and other United States Government agencies providing technical, logistical, and material support to address the Ebola crisis in West Africa; (7) encourages deepened United States and international commitments to the global Ebola response; (8) welcomes the delivery of assistance and increased engagement from donors such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union, the World Bank, the European Union, and the Government of Canada; (9) expresses support for the promotion of investments in global health in order to ensure that governments can better prevent and detect, contain, and eventually eliminate outbreaks of disease while also providing other essential health services; (10) supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola Response Roadmap and a common operational platform in response to the crisis; (11) encourages the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone to work together and with other nations and regional and subregional organizations to establish institutional emergency response systems to more effectively respond to this and future outbreaks of Ebola and other highly infectious diseases; (12) welcomes proactive measures taken by governments in West Africa to formulate national plans of action in response to the crisis; and (13) recognizes the work of thousands of African, United States, and international officials and volunteers on the ground in West Africa, particularly healthcare workers, who are working diligently and at great risk to help address this multidimensional crisis, and encourages other healthcare workers and logisticians to volunteer. |
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Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations,
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Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a
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Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected
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<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of
southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone,
Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently
discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to
date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making
containment a significant challenge;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, to date, Ebola had infected more than 3,600 people in West Africa and caused almost 2,000
deaths;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health
systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers,
laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals
required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear,
such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of
health facilities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola
response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous
infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate
response and care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous
infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing
require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available
in West Africa;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues
to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient
treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for
health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be
isolated from family members;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures
to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and
establishing emergency response centers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a
devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social
instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed
and offset;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations
on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address
acute problems associated with food security, protection, water,
sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education,
as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face
of the complex social consequences of this emergency;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts
familiar with such
outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the
Government of Ghana has agreed to serve as the international community’s
logistics and coordination center and is providing a vital corridor for
supplies and personnel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014,
<quote>
There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing … we need action
now to scale up the response.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $101,400,000 in support through the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United
States Armed Forces since February 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical
experimental drug that was given to 2 United States health workers
afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to 3 Liberian doctors
with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and
development of such vaccines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster
Assistance
Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the
United States
Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human
Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United
States Government's response efforts;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up
response that
aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international
and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola
outbreak; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World
Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental
actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to
prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats
such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a
fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected
humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has
afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of
southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone,
Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently
discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to
date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making
containment a significant challenge;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, to date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ebola had infected
more than 4,400 people in West Africa and caused nearly 2,300
confirmed deaths;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health
systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers,
laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals
required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear,
such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of
health facilities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola
response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous
infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate
response and care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous
infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing
require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available
in West Africa;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues
to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient
treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for
health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be
isolated from family members;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures
to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and
establishing emergency response centers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a
devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social
instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed
and offset;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations
on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address
acute problems associated with food security, protection, water,
sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education,
as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face
of the complex social consequences of this emergency;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts
familiar with such
outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the
Governments of Senegal and Ghana have agreed to serve as logistics and
coordination centers for the international assistance effort, providing
vital corridors for supplies and personnel;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014,
<quote>
There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing . . . we need action
now to scale up the response.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $175,000,000 in support through the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United
States Armed Forces since February 2014 and intends to mobilize additional
resources and support as announced by President Obama on September 16,
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical
experimental drug that was given to United States health workers
afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to Liberian doctors
with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and
development of such vaccines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster
Assistance
Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the
United States
Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human
Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United
States Government's response efforts;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up
response that
aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international
and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola
outbreak; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World
Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental
actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to
prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats
such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies
in Africa;
</text>
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(2)
</enum>
<text>
recognizes that the limited capacity of the initial outbreak countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and
Liberia to combat the epidemic has been exhausted and the potential threat
to regions beyond Africa if this, the largest of all Ebola outbreaks, is
not contained;
</text>
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<enum>
(3)
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<text>
expresses support for those affected by this epidemic and affirms its sympathy for victims of Ebola
and their families;
</text>
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<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
supports the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic
Republic of the Congo for their ongoing efforts to combat the Ebola virus
in their countries and regionally;
</text>
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<enum>
(5)
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<text>
urges citizens of affected countries to respect preventative guidelines provided by their
governments and medical professionals from Africa and around the world in
order to stem the outbreak;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(6)
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<text>
supports the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for
International Development, the Department of Defense, the Department of
Health and Human Services, the Department of State, the Forest Service,
and other United States Government agencies providing
technical, logistical, and material support to address the Ebola crisis in
West Africa;
</text>
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(7)
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encourages deepened United States and international commitments to the global Ebola response;
</text>
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(8)
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<text>
welcomes the delivery of assistance and increased engagement from donors such as the Economic
Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the
African Union, the World Bank, the European Union, and the Government of
Canada;
</text>
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<enum>
(9)
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<text>
expresses support for the promotion of investments in global health in order to ensure that
governments can better prevent and detect, contain, and eventually
eliminate outbreaks of disease while also providing other essential health
services;
</text>
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(10)
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<text>
supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola Response Roadmap and a common operational platform
in response to the crisis;
</text>
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(11)
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<text>
encourages the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone to work together
and with other nations and regional and subregional organizations to
establish institutional emergency response systems to more effectively
respond to
this and future outbreaks of Ebola and other highly infectious diseases;
</text>
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(12)
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welcomes proactive measures taken by governments in West Africa to formulate national plans of
action in response to the crisis; and
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<enum>
(13)
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<text>
recognizes the work of thousands of African, United States, and international officials and
volunteers
on the ground in West Africa, particularly healthcare workers, who are
working diligently and at great risk to help address this multidimensional
crisis, and encourages other healthcare workers and logisticians to
volunteer.
</text>
</paragraph>
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<action-date>
September 18, 2014
</action-date>
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Reported with an amendment to the preamble
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</endorsement>
</resolution>
| III Calendar No. 572 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 541 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 10, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Flake , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Corker , Mr. Markey , Mr. Heinrich , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Reed , Mr. Booker , Mr. Leahy , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Casey , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Ms. Cantwell , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Whitehouse ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations September 18, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment to the preamble Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Recognizing the severe threat that the Ebola outbreak in West Africa poses to populations, governments, and economies across Africa and, if not properly contained, to regions across the globe, and expressing support for those affected by this epidemic.
Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent; Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days; Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus; Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making containment a significant challenge; Whereas, to date, Ebola had infected more than 3,600 people in West Africa and caused almost 2,000 deaths; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers, laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear, such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of health facilities; Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate response and care; Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available in West Africa; Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be isolated from family members; Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and establishing emergency response centers; Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed and offset; Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address acute problems associated with food security, protection, water, sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education, as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face of the complex social consequences of this emergency; Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts familiar with such outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the Government of Ghana has agreed to serve as the international community’s logistics and coordination center and is providing a vital corridor for supplies and personnel; Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014, There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing … we need action now to scale up the response. ; Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $101,400,000 in support through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United States Armed Forces since February 2014; Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical experimental drug that was given to 2 United States health workers afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to 3 Liberian doctors with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and development of such vaccines; Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster Assistance Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United States Government's response efforts; Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up response that aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola outbreak; and Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it Whereas Ebola hemorrhagic fever is an extremely infectious virus that causes severe illness with a fatality rate that can well exceed 50 percent; Whereas Ebola is spread through contact with blood, secretions, or other bodily fluids of infected humans and animals and can have an incubation period of up to 21 days; Whereas the Ebola virus first appeared in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1976 and has afflicted communities in Africa at least 20 times since then; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak first occurred in February 2014 in forested areas of southeastern Guinea and subsequently spread to Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, and Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo recently discovered the outbreak of a separate strain of the virus; Whereas this is the first outbreak of Ebola in West Africa and the biggest and most complex to date, due to its emergence in populated, transient border areas, making containment a significant challenge; Whereas, to date, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ebola had infected more than 4,400 people in West Africa and caused nearly 2,300 confirmed deaths; Whereas the current Ebola outbreak has occurred in countries with some of the weakest health systems in the world facing severe shortages of healthcare workers, laboratories essential for testing and diagnosis, clinics and hospitals required for treatment, and medical supplies and protective gear, such as latex gloves and face masks required to prevent contamination of health facilities; Whereas these weak and inadequate healthcare facilities, a lack of health staff trained in Ebola response, and misconceptions about the virus have resulted in numerous infections of health workers and patients unable to receive appropriate response and care; Whereas effective countermeasures for stemming the spread of Ebola, such as isolation, meticulous infection control practices, case investigation, and contact tracing require more trained personnel and resources than are currently available in West Africa; Whereas, although Ebola can be contained with good public health and burial practices, it continues to spread due to a lack of accurate public information, insufficient treatment facilities, limited local language capacities required for health education, and an unwillingness to allow those infected to be isolated from family members; Whereas governments are collaborating closely with international donors and taking strong measures to contain the virus, including announcing states of emergency and establishing emergency response centers; Whereas the limitations on transportation and travel and closing of businesses have had a devastating economic impact throughout the region and may cause social instability and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis if not properly managed and offset; Whereas the international community has committed to support solutions to the current limitations on air traffic and establish a common operational platform to address acute problems associated with food security, protection, water, sanitation and hygiene, primary and secondary health care, and education, as well as the longer-term recovery effort that will be needed in the face of the complex social consequences of this emergency; Whereas the Governments of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda have sent experts familiar with such outbreaks to Liberia to assist with the outbreak response, and the Governments of Senegal and Ghana have agreed to serve as logistics and coordination centers for the international assistance effort, providing vital corridors for supplies and personnel; Whereas, after visiting affected communities in West Africa, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Tom Frieden said on September 2, 2014, There is a window of opportunity to tamp this down, but that window is closing . . . we need action now to scale up the response. ; Whereas the United States Government has provided more than $175,000,000 in support through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the World Health Organization, and the United States Armed Forces since February 2014 and intends to mobilize additional resources and support as announced by President Obama on September 16, 2014; Whereas the United States Government helped to fund the development of the Zmapp biopharmaceutical experimental drug that was given to United States health workers afflicted with the virus and was recently donated to Liberian doctors with encouraging effect and has prompted calls for further research and development of such vaccines; Whereas, on August 5, 2014, the United States Government deployed a multi-agency Disaster Assistance Response Team composed of staff from Federal agencies, including the United States Agency for International Development, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Forest Service to coordinate the United States Government's response efforts; Whereas the World Health Organization published on August 28, 2014, a roadmap for scaled-up response that aims to stop the virus in 6 to 9 months and calls for 750 international and 12,000 local health workers to contribute to the halt of the Ebola outbreak; and Whereas, earlier this year, the United States Government joined with partner governments, the World Health Organization, other multilateral organizations, and nongovernmental actors to launch the Global Health Security Agenda, a 5-year commitment to prevent, detect, and effectively respond to infectious disease threats such as Ebola: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the severe immediate threat that Ebola poses to populations, governments, and economies in Africa; (2) recognizes that the limited capacity of the initial outbreak countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia to combat the epidemic has been exhausted and the potential threat to regions beyond Africa if this, the largest of all Ebola outbreaks, is not contained; (3) expresses support for those affected by this epidemic and affirms its sympathy for victims of Ebola and their families; (4) supports the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo for their ongoing efforts to combat the Ebola virus in their countries and regionally; (5) urges citizens of affected countries to respect preventative guidelines provided by their governments and medical professionals from Africa and around the world in order to stem the outbreak; (6) supports the work of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the United States Agency for International Development, the Department of Defense, the Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of State, the Forest Service, and other United States Government agencies providing technical, logistical, and material support to address the Ebola crisis in West Africa; (7) encourages deepened United States and international commitments to the global Ebola response; (8) welcomes the delivery of assistance and increased engagement from donors such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union, the World Bank, the European Union, and the Government of Canada; (9) expresses support for the promotion of investments in global health in order to ensure that governments can better prevent and detect, contain, and eventually eliminate outbreaks of disease while also providing other essential health services; (10) supports the World Health Organization’s Ebola Response Roadmap and a common operational platform in response to the crisis; (11) encourages the Governments of Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, and Sierra Leone to work together and with other nations and regional and subregional organizations to establish institutional emergency response systems to more effectively respond to this and future outbreaks of Ebola and other highly infectious diseases; (12) welcomes proactive measures taken by governments in West Africa to formulate national plans of action in response to the crisis; and (13) recognizes the work of thousands of African, United States, and international officials and volunteers on the ground in West Africa, particularly healthcare workers, who are working diligently and at great risk to help address this multidimensional crisis, and encourages other healthcare workers and logisticians to volunteer.
September 18, 2014 Reported with an amendment to the preamble |
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Whereas people in the United States are living longer, and
the cost of retirement is increasing significantly;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Social Security remains the bedrock of retirement
income for the great majority of the people of the United States but was
never
intended by Congress to be the sole source of retirement income for
families;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas recent data from the Employee Benefit Research
Institute indicates that, in the United States, only approximately
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of workers or their spouses are saving for retirement,
and the amount that workers have saved for retirement is much less than
the
amount they need to adequately fund their retirement years;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the financial literacy of workers in the United
States is important to their understanding of the need to save for
retirement;
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<whereas>
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Whereas saving for retirement is a key component of
overall financial health and security during retirement years, and the
importance of financial literacy in planning for retirement must be
advocated;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many workers may not be aware of their options in
saving for retirement or may not have focused on the importance of, and
need
for, saving for retirement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, although many employees have access through their
employers to defined benefit and defined contribution plans to assist them
in
preparing for retirement, many of those employees may not be taking
advantage
of those plans at all or to the full extent allowed by Federal law;
</text>
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Whereas saving for retirement is necessary even during
economic downturns or market declines, which makes continued contributions
all
the more important;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all workers, including public and private sector
employees, employees of tax-exempt organizations, and self-employed
individuals, can benefit from developing personal budgets and financial
plans
that include retirement savings strategies that take advantage of
tax-preferred
retirement savings vehicles; and
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the week of October 19 through October 25, 2014 has
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National Save for Retirement Week
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therefore, be it
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supports the goals and ideals of National
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retirement
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 542 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 11, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself and Mr. Enzi ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Save for Retirement Week, including raising public awareness of the various tax-preferred retirement vehicles and increasing personal financial literacy.
Whereas people in the United States are living longer, and the cost of retirement is increasing significantly; Whereas Social Security remains the bedrock of retirement income for the great majority of the people of the United States but was never intended by Congress to be the sole source of retirement income for families; Whereas recent data from the Employee Benefit Research Institute indicates that, in the United States, only approximately 3/5 of workers or their spouses are saving for retirement, and the amount that workers have saved for retirement is much less than the amount they need to adequately fund their retirement years; Whereas the financial literacy of workers in the United States is important to their understanding of the need to save for retirement; Whereas saving for retirement is a key component of overall financial health and security during retirement years, and the importance of financial literacy in planning for retirement must be advocated; Whereas many workers may not be aware of their options in saving for retirement or may not have focused on the importance of, and need for, saving for retirement; Whereas, although many employees have access through their employers to defined benefit and defined contribution plans to assist them in preparing for retirement, many of those employees may not be taking advantage of those plans at all or to the full extent allowed by Federal law; Whereas saving for retirement is necessary even during economic downturns or market declines, which makes continued contributions all the more important; Whereas all workers, including public and private sector employees, employees of tax-exempt organizations, and self-employed individuals, can benefit from developing personal budgets and financial plans that include retirement savings strategies that take advantage of tax-preferred retirement savings vehicles; and Whereas the week of October 19 through October 25, 2014 has been designated as National Save for Retirement Week : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Save for Retirement Week, including raising public awareness of the importance of saving adequately for retirement; (2) acknowledges the need to raise public awareness of a variety of ways to save for retirement that are favored under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 which are utilized by many people in the United States but could be utilized by more; and (3) calls on States, localities, schools, universities, nonprofit organizations, businesses, other entities, and the people of the United States to observe National Save for Retirement Week with appropriate programs and activities, with the goal of increasing the retirement savings and personal financial literacy of all people in the United States. |
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Mr. Portman
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Mr. Bennet
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Mr. Inhofe
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Mr. Markey
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. Roberts
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,
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Mr. Hatch
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Ms. Heitkamp
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Mr. Cornyn
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Mr. Wicker
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Mr. Donnelly
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Ms. Baldwin
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Mr. Johanns
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Mr. Lee
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Mrs. Feinstein
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,
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Mr. Moran
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mr. Thune
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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Designating November 1, 2014, as National Bison Day.
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Whereas bison are considered a historical symbol of the
United States;
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<whereas>
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Whereas bison were integrally linked with the economic and
spiritual lives of many Indian tribes through trade and sacred
ceremonies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas there are more than 60 Indian tribes participating
in the Intertribal Buffalo Council;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas numerous members of Indian tribes are involved in
bison restoration on tribal land;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas members of Indian tribes have a combined herd on
more than 1,000,000 acres of tribal land;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the Intertribal Buffalo Council is a tribal
organization incorporated pursuant to section 17 of the Act of June 18,
1934
(commonly known as
<term>
Indian Reorganization Act
</term>
) (25 U.S.C.
477);
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas bison can play an important role in improving the
types of grasses found in landscapes to the benefit of grasslands;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a bison has been depicted on the official seal of
the Department of the Interior since 1912;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bison hold significant economic value for private
producers and rural communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of 2012, the United States Department of Agriculture estimates that 162,110 head of
bison were under the stewardship of private producers, creating jobs and
contributing to the food security of the United States by providing a
sustainable and healthy meat source;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a bison is portrayed on 2 State flags;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bison has been adopted by 3 States as the
official mammal or animal of those States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the buffalo nickel played an important role in
modernizing the currency of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas several sports teams have the bison as a mascot,
which highlights the iconic significance of bison in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on December 8, 1905, William Hornaday, Theodore
Roosevelt, and others formed the American Bison Society in response to the
near
extinction of bison in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on October 11, 1907, the American Bison Society
sent 15 bison to the first big game refuge in the United States, which was
known as the
<term>
Wichita Reserve Bison Refuge
</term>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas in 2005, the American Bison Society was
reestablished, bringing together bison ranchers, managers from Indian
tribes,
Federal and State agencies, conservation organizations, and natural and
social
scientists from the United States, Canada, and Mexico to create a vision
for
the North American bison in the 21st century;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are bison herds in National Wildlife Refuges
and National Parks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are bison in State-managed herds across 11
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there is a growing effort to celebrate and
officially recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance
of the
North American bison to the heritage of the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas members of Indian tribes, bison producers, conservationists, sportsmen, educators, and
other public and private partners have participated in the annual National
Bison Day since 2012 and are committed to continuing this tradition
annually on the first Saturday of November: Now, therefore, be it
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November 1, 2014, the first Saturday of November, as National Bison Day;
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 543 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 11, 2014 Mr. Enzi (for himself, Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Portman , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Markey , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Hatch , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Donnelly , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Lee , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Moran , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Thune , Mrs. Gillibrand , and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating November 1, 2014, as National Bison Day.
Whereas bison are considered a historical symbol of the United States; Whereas bison were integrally linked with the economic and spiritual lives of many Indian tribes through trade and sacred ceremonies; Whereas there are more than 60 Indian tribes participating in the Intertribal Buffalo Council; Whereas numerous members of Indian tribes are involved in bison restoration on tribal land; Whereas members of Indian tribes have a combined herd on more than 1,000,000 acres of tribal land; Whereas the Intertribal Buffalo Council is a tribal organization incorporated pursuant to section 17 of the Act of June 18, 1934 (commonly known as Indian Reorganization Act ) (25 U.S.C. 477); Whereas bison can play an important role in improving the types of grasses found in landscapes to the benefit of grasslands; Whereas a bison has been depicted on the official seal of the Department of the Interior since 1912; Whereas bison hold significant economic value for private producers and rural communities; Whereas, as of 2012, the United States Department of Agriculture estimates that 162,110 head of bison were under the stewardship of private producers, creating jobs and contributing to the food security of the United States by providing a sustainable and healthy meat source; Whereas a bison is portrayed on 2 State flags; Whereas the bison has been adopted by 3 States as the official mammal or animal of those States; Whereas the buffalo nickel played an important role in modernizing the currency of the United States; Whereas several sports teams have the bison as a mascot, which highlights the iconic significance of bison in the United States; Whereas on December 8, 1905, William Hornaday, Theodore Roosevelt, and others formed the American Bison Society in response to the near extinction of bison in the United States; Whereas on October 11, 1907, the American Bison Society sent 15 bison to the first big game refuge in the United States, which was known as the Wichita Reserve Bison Refuge ; Whereas in 2005, the American Bison Society was reestablished, bringing together bison ranchers, managers from Indian tribes, Federal and State agencies, conservation organizations, and natural and social scientists from the United States, Canada, and Mexico to create a vision for the North American bison in the 21st century; Whereas there are bison herds in National Wildlife Refuges and National Parks; Whereas there are bison in State-managed herds across 11 States; Whereas there is a growing effort to celebrate and officially recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance of the North American bison to the heritage of the United States; and Whereas members of Indian tribes, bison producers, conservationists, sportsmen, educators, and other public and private partners have participated in the annual National Bison Day since 2012 and are committed to continuing this tradition annually on the first Saturday of November: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates November 1, 2014, the first Saturday of November, as National Bison Day; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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Mr. Portman
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Mr. Cornyn
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Mr. Wicker
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Ms. Baldwin
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Whereas bison are considered a historical symbol of the
United States;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bison were integrally linked with the economic and
spiritual lives of many Indian tribes through trade and sacred
ceremonies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are more than 60 Indian tribes participating
in the Intertribal Buffalo Council;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas numerous members of Indian tribes are involved in
bison restoration on tribal land;
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Whereas members of Indian tribes have a combined herd on
more than 1,000,000 acres of tribal land;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Intertribal Buffalo Council is a tribal
organization incorporated pursuant to section 17 of the Act of June 18,
1934
(commonly known as
<term>
Indian Reorganization Act
</term>
) (25 U.S.C.
477);
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<whereas>
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Whereas bison can play an important role in improving the
types of grasses found in landscapes to the benefit of grasslands;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a bison has been depicted on the official seal of
the Department of the Interior since 1912;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bison hold significant economic value for private
producers and rural communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of 2012, the United States Department of Agriculture estimates that 162,110 head of
bison were under the stewardship of private producers, creating jobs and
contributing to the food security of the United States by providing a
sustainable and healthy meat source;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a bison is portrayed on 2 State flags;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bison has been adopted by 3 States as the
official mammal or animal of those States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the buffalo nickel played an important role in
modernizing the currency of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas several sports teams have the bison as a mascot,
which highlights the iconic significance of bison in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on December 8, 1905, William Hornaday, Theodore
Roosevelt, and others formed the American Bison Society in response to the
near
extinction of bison in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on October 11, 1907, the American Bison Society
sent 15 bison to the first big game refuge in the United States, which was
known as the
<term>
Wichita Reserve Bison Refuge
</term>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2005, the American Bison Society was
reestablished, bringing together bison ranchers, managers from Indian
tribes,
Federal and State agencies, conservation organizations, and natural and
social
scientists from the United States, Canada, and Mexico to create a vision
for
the North American bison in the 21st century;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are bison herds in National Wildlife Refuges
and National Parks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are bison in State-managed herds across 11
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there is a growing effort to celebrate and
officially recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance
of the
North American bison to the heritage of the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas members of Indian tribes, bison producers, conservationists, sportsmen, educators, and
other public and private partners have participated in the annual National
Bison Day since 2012 and are committed to continuing this tradition
annually on the first Saturday of November: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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(1)
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designates
November 1, 2014, the first Saturday of November, as National Bison Day;
and
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encourages the
people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies
and
activities.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 543 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 11, 2014 Mr. Enzi (for himself, Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Portman , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Markey , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Hatch , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Donnelly , Ms. Baldwin , and Mr. Johanns ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating November 1, 2014, as National Bison Day.
Whereas bison are considered a historical symbol of the United States; Whereas bison were integrally linked with the economic and spiritual lives of many Indian tribes through trade and sacred ceremonies; Whereas there are more than 60 Indian tribes participating in the Intertribal Buffalo Council; Whereas numerous members of Indian tribes are involved in bison restoration on tribal land; Whereas members of Indian tribes have a combined herd on more than 1,000,000 acres of tribal land; Whereas the Intertribal Buffalo Council is a tribal organization incorporated pursuant to section 17 of the Act of June 18, 1934 (commonly known as Indian Reorganization Act ) (25 U.S.C. 477); Whereas bison can play an important role in improving the types of grasses found in landscapes to the benefit of grasslands; Whereas a bison has been depicted on the official seal of the Department of the Interior since 1912; Whereas bison hold significant economic value for private producers and rural communities; Whereas, as of 2012, the United States Department of Agriculture estimates that 162,110 head of bison were under the stewardship of private producers, creating jobs and contributing to the food security of the United States by providing a sustainable and healthy meat source; Whereas a bison is portrayed on 2 State flags; Whereas the bison has been adopted by 3 States as the official mammal or animal of those States; Whereas the buffalo nickel played an important role in modernizing the currency of the United States; Whereas several sports teams have the bison as a mascot, which highlights the iconic significance of bison in the United States; Whereas on December 8, 1905, William Hornaday, Theodore Roosevelt, and others formed the American Bison Society in response to the near extinction of bison in the United States; Whereas on October 11, 1907, the American Bison Society sent 15 bison to the first big game refuge in the United States, which was known as the Wichita Reserve Bison Refuge ; Whereas in 2005, the American Bison Society was reestablished, bringing together bison ranchers, managers from Indian tribes, Federal and State agencies, conservation organizations, and natural and social scientists from the United States, Canada, and Mexico to create a vision for the North American bison in the 21st century; Whereas there are bison herds in National Wildlife Refuges and National Parks; Whereas there are bison in State-managed herds across 11 States; Whereas there is a growing effort to celebrate and officially recognize the historical, cultural, and economic significance of the North American bison to the heritage of the United States; and Whereas members of Indian tribes, bison producers, conservationists, sportsmen, educators, and other public and private partners have participated in the annual National Bison Day since 2012 and are committed to continuing this tradition annually on the first Saturday of November: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates November 1, 2014, the first Saturday of November, as National Bison Day; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 15, 2014
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Ms. Klobuchar
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Mr. Grassley
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Ms. Baldwin
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Mr. Crapo
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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,
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Mr. Moran
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Designating the year of 2014 as the
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International Year of Family Farming
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Whereas United Nations Resolution A/Res/66/222, adopted by the General Assembly on December 22,
2011, designates the year 2014 as the
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International Year of Family
Farming
</quote>
;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the International Year of Family Farming recognizes the important contribution of family
farming in food security and eradicating poverty around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in the United States, family farms constitute 96 percent of all farms;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the agriculture sector contributes more than $130,000,000,000 to the United States economy,
employs approximately 14 percent of the total workforce in the United
States, and accounts for nearly 5 percent of the United States gross
domestic product;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 45 percent of individuals around the world make a living directly by farming;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas family farming is the predominant form of agriculture in both developing and developed
countries;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas family farming serves as a means of organizing agricultural, forestry, fishery, pastoral,
and aquaculture production;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas family farming plays important socioeconomic, environmental, and cultural roles;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas family farmers grow high-quality food, are active participants in civil society, and are
stewards of the land;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 75 percent of the poorest individuals around the world live in rural areas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas family farms are linked to most areas of rural development and have invested significantly
in local communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the majority of farmers around the world are women who produce up to 80 percent of food
around the world; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 870,000,000 individuals are suffering from chronic undernourishment and a disproportionate
number of such individuals are farmers: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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designates the year 2014 as the
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International Year of Family Farming
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recognizes the importance of raising the profile of family farming by focusing the attention of
individuals around the world on the significant role of family farming in
alleviating hunger and poverty, providing food security and nutrition,
improving livelihoods, managing natural resources, protecting the
environment, and achieving sustainable development in rural areas;
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emphasizes the positive impact of family farms and developing new programs for domestic and
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advocates for the protection of the viability of family farms, which serve as the foundation of
rural society and social stability.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 544 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 15, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Grassley , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Moran , and Mr. Donnelly ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the year of 2014 as the International Year of Family Farming .
Whereas United Nations Resolution A/Res/66/222, adopted by the General Assembly on December 22, 2011, designates the year 2014 as the International Year of Family Farming ; Whereas the International Year of Family Farming recognizes the important contribution of family farming in food security and eradicating poverty around the world; Whereas in the United States, family farms constitute 96 percent of all farms; Whereas the agriculture sector contributes more than $130,000,000,000 to the United States economy, employs approximately 14 percent of the total workforce in the United States, and accounts for nearly 5 percent of the United States gross domestic product; Whereas 45 percent of individuals around the world make a living directly by farming; Whereas family farming is the predominant form of agriculture in both developing and developed countries; Whereas family farming serves as a means of organizing agricultural, forestry, fishery, pastoral, and aquaculture production; Whereas family farming plays important socioeconomic, environmental, and cultural roles; Whereas family farmers grow high-quality food, are active participants in civil society, and are stewards of the land; Whereas 75 percent of the poorest individuals around the world live in rural areas; Whereas family farms are linked to most areas of rural development and have invested significantly in local communities; Whereas the majority of farmers around the world are women who produce up to 80 percent of food around the world; and Whereas 870,000,000 individuals are suffering from chronic undernourishment and a disproportionate number of such individuals are farmers: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the year 2014 as the International Year of Family Farming ; (2) congratulates family farmers in the United States and around the world; (3) recognizes the vital role family farms play in the economic and social well-being of the United States and the world; (4) recognizes the importance of raising the profile of family farming by focusing the attention of individuals around the world on the significant role of family farming in alleviating hunger and poverty, providing food security and nutrition, improving livelihoods, managing natural resources, protecting the environment, and achieving sustainable development in rural areas; (5) encourages countries, national organizations, and States to undertake activities to support the International Year of Family Farming; (6) recognizes the role and importance of women in family farming; (7) emphasizes the positive impact of family farms and developing new programs for domestic and international family agricultural development; and (8) advocates for the protection of the viability of family farms, which serve as the foundation of rural society and social stability. |
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S. RES. 545
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 15, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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<cosponsor name-id="S198">
Mr. Reid
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<cosponsor name-id="S287">
Mr. Cornyn
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<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
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<cosponsor name-id="S319">
Mr. Begich
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<cosponsor name-id="S330">
Mr. Bennet
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<cosponsor name-id="S223">
Mrs. Boxer
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<cosponsor name-id="S309">
Mr. Casey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S331">
Mrs. Gillibrand
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S320">
Mrs. Hagan
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S359">
Mr. Heinrich
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S369">
Mr. Markey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S282">
Mr. Nelson
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S259">
Mr. Reed
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S270">
Mr. Schumer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S284">
Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S366">
Ms. Warren
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S362">
Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S352">
Mr. Heller
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September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014
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Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the
United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United
States.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014,
the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Census Bureau estimates the Hispanic
population in the United States at over 54,000,000 people, making Hispanic
Americans 17 percent of the population of the United States and the
largest racial or ethnic minority group in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans are also the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the Commonwealth
of Puerto Rico and 22 individual
States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho,
Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah,
Washington, and Wyoming;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, there were 1,000,000 or more Latino residents in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
and each of the following 8 States: Arizona, California, Colorado,
Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Texas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Latinos grew the United States population by
1,100,000 between July 1, 2012, and July 1, 2013, accounting for nearly
half of
all population growth during this period;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Latino population in the United States is
projected to grow to 128,800,000 by 2060, at which point the Latino
population will comprise 31 percent of the total United States population;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Latino population in the United States is currently the second largest worldwide,
exceeding the size of the Latino population in every country except
Mexico;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there were 11,900,000 Latino family households in the United States in 2013, and Latino
children under the age of 18 represent approximately
<fraction>
1/3
</fraction>
of the total Latino population in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 1 in 4 public school students in the United States
is Latino, and the total number of school-age Latino children in the
United
States is expected to reach 28,000,000 by 2050;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 18 percent of all college students between the
ages of 18 and 24 years old are Latino, making Latinos the largest
racial
or ethnic minority group on college campuses in the United States,
including
both 2-year community colleges and 4-year colleges and universities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a record 11,200,000 Latinos voted in the 2012
Presidential election, representing a record 8.4 percent of the electorate
in
the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas an estimated 23,500,000 Latinos are eligible to vote in the 2014 midterm elections, and the
number of eligible Latino voters is expected to rise to 40,000,000 by
2030;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 2,000 Latino citizens turn 18 and become eligible to vote every day, and an
average of 900,000 Latino citizens will turn 18 and become eligible to
vote every year between 2014 and 2028;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the annual purchasing power of Hispanic Americans
is an estimated $1,200,000,000,000 and is expected to grow to
$1,500,000,000,000 by 2015;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are more than 3,200,000 Hispanic-owned
firms in the United States, supporting millions of employees nationwide
and
contributing more than $468,000,000,000 in revenue to the economy of the
United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic-owned businesses represent the
fastest-growing segment of small businesses in the United States, with
Latino
entrepreneurs starting businesses at more than twice the national rate;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of August 2014, more than 25,000,0000 Latino
workers represented 16.3 percent of the total civilian labor force in the
United
States, and the share of Latino labor force participation is expected to
grow to
19.1 percent by 2022;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Latinos have the highest labor force participation
rate of any racial or ethnic group at 66 percent, compared to 62.8 percent
overall;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, there were 298,000 Latino elementary and middle school teachers, 65,000 Latino
chief executives of businesses, 55,000 Latino lawyers, and 35,000 Latino
physicians and surgeons contributing to the United States through their
professions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans serve in all branches of the
Armed Forces and have bravely fought in every war in the history of the
United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, 163,636 Hispanic active duty
servicemembers served with distinction in the Armed Forces of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, a total of 88,709 Hispanics
had served in Afghanistan;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of September 2014, 675 United States military
fatalities in Iraq and Afghanistan were Hispanic;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 80,000 Hispanics served in the Vietnam
War, representing 5.5 percent of individuals who made the ultimate
sacrifice
for the United States in the conflict, even though Hispanics comprised
only 4.5
percent of the population of the United States at the time;
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Whereas 140,000 Hispanic soldiers served in the Korean
War;
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Whereas, as of September 2014, there are an estimated
1,386,000 Hispanic veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States;
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Whereas 61 Hispanic Americans have received the
Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action
against an
enemy force that can be bestowed on an individual serving in the Armed
Forces
of the United States;
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Whereas Hispanic Americans are dedicated public servants,
holding posts at the highest levels of government, including 1 seat on the
Supreme Court, 3 seats in the Senate, 33 seats in the House of
Representatives,
and 3 seats in the Cabinet; and
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Whereas Hispanic Americans harbor a deep commitment to
family and community, an enduring work ethic, and a perseverance to
succeed and
contribute to society: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the
celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2014, through
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15, 2014;
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urges the people
of the United States to observe Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate
programs and activities that celebrate the contributions of
Latinos to
American life.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 545 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 15, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Casey , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Reed , Mr. Schumer , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Brown , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
Whereas from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month; Whereas the Census Bureau estimates the Hispanic population in the United States at over 54,000,000 people, making Hispanic Americans 17 percent of the population of the United States and the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the United States; Whereas Hispanic Americans are also the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and 22 individual States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming; Whereas in 2013, there were 1,000,000 or more Latino residents in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and each of the following 8 States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Texas; Whereas Latinos grew the United States population by 1,100,000 between July 1, 2012, and July 1, 2013, accounting for nearly half of all population growth during this period; Whereas the Latino population in the United States is projected to grow to 128,800,000 by 2060, at which point the Latino population will comprise 31 percent of the total United States population; Whereas the Latino population in the United States is currently the second largest worldwide, exceeding the size of the Latino population in every country except Mexico; Whereas there were 11,900,000 Latino family households in the United States in 2013, and Latino children under the age of 18 represent approximately 1/3 of the total Latino population in the United States; Whereas 1 in 4 public school students in the United States is Latino, and the total number of school-age Latino children in the United States is expected to reach 28,000,000 by 2050; Whereas 18 percent of all college students between the ages of 18 and 24 years old are Latino, making Latinos the largest racial or ethnic minority group on college campuses in the United States, including both 2-year community colleges and 4-year colleges and universities; Whereas a record 11,200,000 Latinos voted in the 2012 Presidential election, representing a record 8.4 percent of the electorate in the United States; Whereas an estimated 23,500,000 Latinos are eligible to vote in the 2014 midterm elections, and the number of eligible Latino voters is expected to rise to 40,000,000 by 2030; Whereas more than 2,000 Latino citizens turn 18 and become eligible to vote every day, and an average of 900,000 Latino citizens will turn 18 and become eligible to vote every year between 2014 and 2028; Whereas the annual purchasing power of Hispanic Americans is an estimated $1,200,000,000,000 and is expected to grow to $1,500,000,000,000 by 2015; Whereas there are more than 3,200,000 Hispanic-owned firms in the United States, supporting millions of employees nationwide and contributing more than $468,000,000,000 in revenue to the economy of the United States; Whereas Hispanic-owned businesses represent the fastest-growing segment of small businesses in the United States, with Latino entrepreneurs starting businesses at more than twice the national rate; Whereas, as of August 2014, more than 25,000,0000 Latino workers represented 16.3 percent of the total civilian labor force in the United States, and the share of Latino labor force participation is expected to grow to 19.1 percent by 2022; Whereas Latinos have the highest labor force participation rate of any racial or ethnic group at 66 percent, compared to 62.8 percent overall; Whereas in 2013, there were 298,000 Latino elementary and middle school teachers, 65,000 Latino chief executives of businesses, 55,000 Latino lawyers, and 35,000 Latino physicians and surgeons contributing to the United States through their professions; Whereas Hispanic Americans serve in all branches of the Armed Forces and have bravely fought in every war in the history of the United States; Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, 163,636 Hispanic active duty servicemembers served with distinction in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, a total of 88,709 Hispanics had served in Afghanistan; Whereas, as of September 2014, 675 United States military fatalities in Iraq and Afghanistan were Hispanic; Whereas more than 80,000 Hispanics served in the Vietnam War, representing 5.5 percent of individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States in the conflict, even though Hispanics comprised only 4.5 percent of the population of the United States at the time; Whereas 140,000 Hispanic soldiers served in the Korean War; Whereas, as of September 2014, there are an estimated 1,386,000 Hispanic veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas 61 Hispanic Americans have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be bestowed on an individual serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas Hispanic Americans are dedicated public servants, holding posts at the highest levels of government, including 1 seat on the Supreme Court, 3 seats in the Senate, 33 seats in the House of Representatives, and 3 seats in the Cabinet; and Whereas Hispanic Americans harbor a deep commitment to family and community, an enduring work ethic, and a perseverance to succeed and contribute to society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014; (2) esteems the integral role of Latinos and the manifold heritage of Latinos in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States; and (3) urges the people of the United States to observe Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities that celebrate the contributions of Latinos to American life. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 545
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 15, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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(for himself,
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Mr. Reid
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,
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Mr. Cornyn
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,
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Mr. Rubio
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,
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Mr. Begich
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,
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Mr. Bennet
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,
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Mrs. Boxer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S309">
Mr. Casey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
,
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S320">
Mrs. Hagan
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Heinrich
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,
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Mr. Markey
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,
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Mrs. Murray
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,
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Schumer
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,
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Ms. Stabenow
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
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,
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Mr. Udall of New Mexico
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,
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Mr. Warner
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Ms. Warren
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Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the
United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United
States.
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Whereas from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014,
the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Census Bureau estimates the Hispanic
population in the United States at over 54,000,000 people, making Hispanic
Americans 17 percent of the population of the United States and the
largest racial or ethnic minority group in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans are also the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the Commonwealth
of Puerto Rico and 22 individual
States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho,
Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah,
Washington, and Wyoming;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, there were 1,000,000 or more Latino residents in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
and each of the following 8 States: Arizona, California, Colorado,
Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Texas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Latinos grew the United States population by
1,100,000 between July 1, 2012, and July 1, 2013, accounting for nearly
half of
all population growth during this period;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Latino population in the United States is
projected to grow to 128,800,000 by 2060, at which point the Latino
population will comprise 31 percent of the total United States population;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Latino population in the United States is currently the second largest worldwide,
exceeding the size of the Latino population in every country except
Mexico;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there were 11,900,000 Latino family households in the United States in 2013, and Latino
children under the age of 18 represent approximately
<fraction>
1/3
</fraction>
of the total Latino population in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 1 in 4 public school students in the United States
is Latino, and the total number of school-age Latino children in the
United
States is expected to reach 28,000,000 by 2050;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 18 percent of all college students between the
ages of 18 and 24 years old are Latino, making Latinos the largest
racial
or ethnic minority group on college campuses in the United States,
including
both 2-year community colleges and 4-year colleges and universities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a record 11,200,000 Latinos voted in the 2012
Presidential election, representing a record 8.4 percent of the electorate
in
the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas an estimated 23,500,000 Latinos are eligible to vote in the 2014 midterm elections, and the
number of eligible Latino voters is expected to rise to 40,000,000 by
2030;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 2,000 Latino citizens turn 18 and become eligible to vote every day, and an
average of 900,000 Latino citizens will turn 18 and become eligible to
vote every year between 2014 and 2028;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the annual purchasing power of Hispanic Americans
is an estimated $1,200,000,000,000 and is expected to grow to
$1,500,000,000,000 by 2015;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are more than 3,200,000 Hispanic-owned
firms in the United States, supporting millions of employees nationwide
and
contributing more than $468,000,000,000 in revenue to the economy of the
United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic-owned businesses represent the
fastest-growing segment of small businesses in the United States, with
Latino
entrepreneurs starting businesses at more than twice the national rate;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of August 2014, more than 25,000,0000 Latino
workers represented 16.3 percent of the total civilian labor force in the
United
States, and the share of Latino labor force participation is expected to
grow to
19.1 percent by 2022;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Latinos have the highest labor force participation
rate of any racial or ethnic group at 66 percent, compared to 62.8 percent
overall;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2013, there were 298,000 Latino elementary and middle school teachers, 65,000 Latino
chief executives of businesses, 55,000 Latino lawyers, and 35,000 Latino
physicians and surgeons contributing to the United States through their
professions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans serve in all branches of the
Armed Forces and have bravely fought in every war in the history of the
United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, 163,636 Hispanic active duty
servicemembers served with distinction in the Armed Forces of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, a total of 88,709 Hispanics
had served in Afghanistan;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of September 2014, 675 United States military
fatalities in Iraq and Afghanistan were Hispanic;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 80,000 Hispanics served in the Vietnam
War, representing 5.5 percent of individuals who made the ultimate
sacrifice
for the United States in the conflict, even though Hispanics comprised
only 4.5
percent of the population of the United States at the time;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 140,000 Hispanic soldiers served in the Korean
War;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as of September 2014, there are an estimated
1,386,000 Hispanic veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 61 Hispanic Americans have received the
Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action
against an
enemy force that can be bestowed on an individual serving in the Armed
Forces
of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans are dedicated public servants,
holding posts at the highest levels of government, including 1 seat on the
Supreme Court, 3 seats in the Senate, 33 seats in the House of
Representatives,
and 3 seats in the Cabinet; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans harbor a deep commitment to
family and community, an enduring work ethic, and a perseverance to
succeed and
contribute to society: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate—
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recognizes the
celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2014, through
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15, 2014;
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integral role of Latinos and the manifold heritage of Latinos in the
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Latinos to
American life.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 545 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 15, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Casey , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Reed , Mr. Schumer , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Warner , and Ms. Warren ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Latinos in the United States and the immense contributions of Latinos to the United States.
Whereas from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month; Whereas the Census Bureau estimates the Hispanic population in the United States at over 54,000,000 people, making Hispanic Americans 17 percent of the population of the United States and the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the United States; Whereas Hispanic Americans are also the largest racial or ethnic minority group in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and 22 individual States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming; Whereas in 2013, there were 1,000,000 or more Latino residents in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and each of the following 8 States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Texas; Whereas Latinos grew the United States population by 1,100,000 between July 1, 2012, and July 1, 2013, accounting for nearly half of all population growth during this period; Whereas the Latino population in the United States is projected to grow to 128,800,000 by 2060, at which point the Latino population will comprise 31 percent of the total United States population; Whereas the Latino population in the United States is currently the second largest worldwide, exceeding the size of the Latino population in every country except Mexico; Whereas there were 11,900,000 Latino family households in the United States in 2013, and Latino children under the age of 18 represent approximately 1/3 of the total Latino population in the United States; Whereas 1 in 4 public school students in the United States is Latino, and the total number of school-age Latino children in the United States is expected to reach 28,000,000 by 2050; Whereas 18 percent of all college students between the ages of 18 and 24 years old are Latino, making Latinos the largest racial or ethnic minority group on college campuses in the United States, including both 2-year community colleges and 4-year colleges and universities; Whereas a record 11,200,000 Latinos voted in the 2012 Presidential election, representing a record 8.4 percent of the electorate in the United States; Whereas an estimated 23,500,000 Latinos are eligible to vote in the 2014 midterm elections, and the number of eligible Latino voters is expected to rise to 40,000,000 by 2030; Whereas more than 2,000 Latino citizens turn 18 and become eligible to vote every day, and an average of 900,000 Latino citizens will turn 18 and become eligible to vote every year between 2014 and 2028; Whereas the annual purchasing power of Hispanic Americans is an estimated $1,200,000,000,000 and is expected to grow to $1,500,000,000,000 by 2015; Whereas there are more than 3,200,000 Hispanic-owned firms in the United States, supporting millions of employees nationwide and contributing more than $468,000,000,000 in revenue to the economy of the United States; Whereas Hispanic-owned businesses represent the fastest-growing segment of small businesses in the United States, with Latino entrepreneurs starting businesses at more than twice the national rate; Whereas, as of August 2014, more than 25,000,0000 Latino workers represented 16.3 percent of the total civilian labor force in the United States, and the share of Latino labor force participation is expected to grow to 19.1 percent by 2022; Whereas Latinos have the highest labor force participation rate of any racial or ethnic group at 66 percent, compared to 62.8 percent overall; Whereas in 2013, there were 298,000 Latino elementary and middle school teachers, 65,000 Latino chief executives of businesses, 55,000 Latino lawyers, and 35,000 Latino physicians and surgeons contributing to the United States through their professions; Whereas Hispanic Americans serve in all branches of the Armed Forces and have bravely fought in every war in the history of the United States; Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, 163,636 Hispanic active duty servicemembers served with distinction in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas, as of July 31, 2014, a total of 88,709 Hispanics had served in Afghanistan; Whereas, as of September 2014, 675 United States military fatalities in Iraq and Afghanistan were Hispanic; Whereas more than 80,000 Hispanics served in the Vietnam War, representing 5.5 percent of individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States in the conflict, even though Hispanics comprised only 4.5 percent of the population of the United States at the time; Whereas 140,000 Hispanic soldiers served in the Korean War; Whereas, as of September 2014, there are an estimated 1,386,000 Hispanic veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas 61 Hispanic Americans have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be bestowed on an individual serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas Hispanic Americans are dedicated public servants, holding posts at the highest levels of government, including 1 seat on the Supreme Court, 3 seats in the Senate, 33 seats in the House of Representatives, and 3 seats in the Cabinet; and Whereas Hispanic Americans harbor a deep commitment to family and community, an enduring work ethic, and a perseverance to succeed and contribute to society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15, 2014, through October 15, 2014; (2) esteems the integral role of Latinos and the manifold heritage of Latinos in the economy, culture, and identity of the United States; and (3) urges the people of the United States to observe Hispanic Heritage Month with appropriate programs and activities that celebrate the contributions of Latinos to American life. |
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113 SRES 546 IS: Congratulating Indonesia's President-elect Joko Widodo on his electoral victory and commending the people of Indonesia on their commitment to democracy and free and fair elections.
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S. RES. 546
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September 16, 2014
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. McCain
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Congratulating Indonesia's President-elect Joko Widodo on his electoral victory and commending the
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Whereas the United States and Indonesia are the world’s second and third largest democracies,
respectively;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States and Indonesia share many common values, including respect for human
rights and the rule of law;
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Whereas in November 2010, the United States and Indonesia launched the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive
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bilateral, regional and global issues;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive Partnership’s Democracy and Civil Society Working Group
promotes enhanced cooperation on parliamentary and electoral processes and
political empowerment for women;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Indonesia, a regional and global leader, has undergone a remarkable democratic
transformation over the last 2 decades;
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<whereas>
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Whereas on July 9, 2014, approximately 135,000,000 votes were cast in Indonesia’s Presidential
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Whereas on July 22, 2014, Joko Widodo was declared the winner in Indonesia’s Presidential election;
and
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Indonesia, with its vast geography, large multi-ethnic population, and largest Muslim
majority population in the world, is a powerful model for a peaceful,
democratic transition of power: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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congratulates Indonesia's President-elect Joko Widodo on his electoral victory;
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affirms the commitment of the United States to strengthening our bilateral relationship with
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supports the advancement of an inclusive democracy and an active role for civil society in
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recognizes Indonesia's 2014 Presidential election as an example of a peaceful, democratic
transition of power for other transformational democracies throughout the
world to follow.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 546 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Mr. Whitehouse (for himself and Mr. McCain ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Congratulating Indonesia's President-elect Joko Widodo on his electoral victory and commending the people of Indonesia on their commitment to democracy and free and fair elections.
Whereas the United States and Indonesia are the world’s second and third largest democracies, respectively; Whereas the United States and Indonesia share many common values, including respect for human rights and the rule of law; Whereas in November 2010, the United States and Indonesia launched the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive Partnership, which solidified a long-term commitment to cooperation on key bilateral, regional and global issues; Whereas the U.S.-Indonesia Comprehensive Partnership’s Democracy and Civil Society Working Group promotes enhanced cooperation on parliamentary and electoral processes and political empowerment for women; Whereas Indonesia, a regional and global leader, has undergone a remarkable democratic transformation over the last 2 decades; Whereas on July 9, 2014, approximately 135,000,000 votes were cast in Indonesia’s Presidential election, which was the largest single day election in the world to date; Whereas on July 22, 2014, Joko Widodo was declared the winner in Indonesia’s Presidential election; and Whereas Indonesia, with its vast geography, large multi-ethnic population, and largest Muslim majority population in the world, is a powerful model for a peaceful, democratic transition of power: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates Indonesia's President-elect Joko Widodo on his electoral victory; (2) commends the people of Indonesia on their commitment to democracy and free and fair elections; (3) affirms the commitment of the United States to strengthening our bilateral relationship with Indonesia; (4) supports the advancement of an inclusive democracy and an active role for civil society in Indonesia; and (5) recognizes Indonesia's 2014 Presidential election as an example of a peaceful, democratic transition of power for other transformational democracies throughout the world to follow. |
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Casey
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<cosponsor name-id="S337">
Mr. Coons
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Mr. Durbin
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Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
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<cosponsor name-id="S331">
Mrs. Gillibrand
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Mr. Heinrich
</cosponsor>
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Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
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Mr. Markey
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Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Reed
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Mr. Schumer
</cosponsor>
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
, and
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Mr. Heller
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Designating the week beginning September 14, 2014, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.
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Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are degree-granting
institutions that have a full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment of
at
least 25 percent Hispanic students;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions play an important
role in educating many underprivileged students and helping those students
attain their full potential through higher education;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 370 Hispanic-Serving Institutions
operate in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions represent just 11 percent of all institutions of higher
learning, yet serve nearly 60 percent of all Hispanic students, enrolling
more than 1,500,000 Hispanic students in 2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the number of
<quote>
emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions,
</quote>
defined as institutions that do not yet meet the threshold of 25 percent Hispanic enrollment but
serve a Hispanic student population of between 15 and 24 percent, grew to
270 colleges and universities in 2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are actively
involved in stabilizing and improving the communities in which the
institutions
are located;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas celebrating the vast contributions of
Hispanic-Serving Institutions to the United States strengthens the culture
of
the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving
Institutions deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the
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National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week
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people of the United States and interested groups to observe the week with
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Hispanic-Serving Institutions.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 547 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Booker , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Casey , Mr. Coons , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Levin , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Reed , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Warner , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning September 14, 2014, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week.
Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are degree-granting institutions that have a full-time equivalent undergraduate enrollment of at least 25 percent Hispanic students; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions play an important role in educating many underprivileged students and helping those students attain their full potential through higher education; Whereas 370 Hispanic-Serving Institutions operate in the United States; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions represent just 11 percent of all institutions of higher learning, yet serve nearly 60 percent of all Hispanic students, enrolling more than 1,500,000 Hispanic students in 2012; Whereas the number of emerging Hispanic-Serving Institutions, defined as institutions that do not yet meet the threshold of 25 percent Hispanic enrollment but serve a Hispanic student population of between 15 and 24 percent, grew to 270 colleges and universities in 2012; Whereas Hispanic-Serving Institutions are actively involved in stabilizing and improving the communities in which the institutions are located; Whereas celebrating the vast contributions of Hispanic-Serving Institutions to the United States strengthens the culture of the United States; and Whereas the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions deserve national recognition: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the achievements and goals of Hispanic-Serving Institutions across the United States; (2) designates the week beginning September 14, 2014, as National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week ; and (3) calls on the people of the United States and interested groups to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs to demonstrate support for Hispanic-Serving Institutions. |
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S. RES. 548
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 16, 2014
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Mr. Risch
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Mr. Rubio
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Mrs. Hagan
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Mrs. Shaheen
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,
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Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Portman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S295">
Mr. Pryor
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S363">
Mr. King
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S361">
Ms. Hirono
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S277">
Mr. Carper
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S317">
Mr. Barrasso
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Murphy
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S330">
Mr. Bennet
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
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,
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Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S319">
Mr. Begich
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S337">
Mr. Coons
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Mr. Menendez
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Mr. Schatz
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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Mr. Roberts
</cosponsor>
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Mr. Tester
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<cosponsor name-id="S340">
Ms. Ayotte
</cosponsor>
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<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Enzi
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S338">
Mr. Manchin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S343">
Mr. Boozman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S223">
Mrs. Boxer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S345">
Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Isakson
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Ms. Klobuchar
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Donnelly
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Chambliss
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,
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Mrs. Fischer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S365">
Mr. Scott
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S360">
Ms. Heitkamp
</cosponsor>
, and
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Mr. Cardin
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Designating November 29, 2014, as
<quote>
Small Business Saturday
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are 28,200,000 small businesses in the United States;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas small businesses represent 99.7 percent of all businesses with employees in the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas small businesses employ over 48 percent of the employees in the private sector in the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas small businesses pay over 42 percent of the total payroll of the employees in the private
sector in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas small businesses constitute 98 percent of firms exporting goods;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas small businesses are responsible for more than 46 percent of private sector output;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
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</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 87 percent of consumers in the United States agree that the success of small businesses is
critical to the overall economic health of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 89 percent of consumers in the United States agree that small businesses contribute
positively to local communities by supplying jobs and generating tax
revenue;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 93 percent of consumers in the United States agree that it is important to support the
small businesses in their communities; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas November 29, 2014, is an appropriate day to designate as
<quote>
Small Business Saturday
</quote>
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Small Business Saturday
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 548 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Ms. Cantwell (for herself, Mr. Risch , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Rubio , Mrs. Hagan , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Levin , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. King , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Carper , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Murphy , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Warner , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Begich , Mr. Crapo , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Coons , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Tester , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Hoeven , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Isakson , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Chambliss , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Thune , Ms. Heitkamp , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating November 29, 2014, as Small Business Saturday and supporting efforts to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses.
Whereas there are 28,200,000 small businesses in the United States; Whereas small businesses represent 99.7 percent of all businesses with employees in the United States; Whereas small businesses employ over 48 percent of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses pay over 42 percent of the total payroll of the employees in the private sector in the United States; Whereas small businesses constitute 98 percent of firms exporting goods; Whereas small businesses are responsible for more than 46 percent of private sector output; Whereas small businesses generated 63 percent of net new jobs created from 1993 through 2013; Whereas 87 percent of consumers in the United States agree that the success of small businesses is critical to the overall economic health of the United States; Whereas 89 percent of consumers in the United States agree that small businesses contribute positively to local communities by supplying jobs and generating tax revenue; Whereas 93 percent of consumers in the United States agree that it is important to support the small businesses in their communities; and Whereas November 29, 2014, is an appropriate day to designate as Small Business Saturday : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates November 29, 2014, as Small Business Saturday ; and (2) supports efforts— (A) to encourage consumers to shop locally; and (B) to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses and the impact of locally owned small businesses on the economy of the United States. |
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Mr. Hoeven
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Mr. Roberts
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Ms. Heitkamp
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Mr. McConnell
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Mr. Blunt
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Designating October 26, 2014, as Day of the Deployed.
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Whereas more than 2,500,000 individuals serve as members of the United States Armed Forces;
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<whereas>
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Whereas several hundred thousand members of the Armed Forces rotate each year through deployments
to 150 countries in every region of the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas more than 2,500,000 members of the Armed Forces have deployed to the area of operations of
the United States Central Command since the September 11, 2001, terrorist
attacks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States is kept strong and free by the loyal military personnel from the total
force (the regular components and the National Guard and the Reserves),
who protect the precious heritage
of the country through their positive declaration and actions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas members of the Armed Forces serving at home and abroad have courageously answered the call
to duty to defend the ideals of the United States and to preserve peace
and freedom around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas members of the Armed Forces personify the virtues of patriotism, service, duty, courage,
and sacrifice;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the families of members of the Armed Forces make important and significant sacrifices for
the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the Senate designated October 26 as
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Day of the Deployed
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in 2011, 2012, and 2013: Now, therefore, be it
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encourages the people of the United States to observe Day of the Deployed with appropriate
ceremonies and activities.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 549 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Mr. Hoeven (for himself, Mr. Roberts , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. McConnell , and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 26, 2014, as Day of the Deployed.
Whereas more than 2,500,000 individuals serve as members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas several hundred thousand members of the Armed Forces rotate each year through deployments to 150 countries in every region of the world; Whereas more than 2,500,000 members of the Armed Forces have deployed to the area of operations of the United States Central Command since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks; Whereas the United States is kept strong and free by the loyal military personnel from the total force (the regular components and the National Guard and the Reserves), who protect the precious heritage of the country through their positive declaration and actions; Whereas members of the Armed Forces serving at home and abroad have courageously answered the call to duty to defend the ideals of the United States and to preserve peace and freedom around the world; Whereas members of the Armed Forces personify the virtues of patriotism, service, duty, courage, and sacrifice; Whereas the families of members of the Armed Forces make important and significant sacrifices for the United States; and Whereas the Senate designated October 26 as Day of the Deployed in 2011, 2012, and 2013: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates October 26, 2014, as Day of the Deployed ; (2) honors the deployed members of the United States Armed Forces and their families; (3) calls on the people of the United States to reflect on the service of those members of the Armed Forces, wherever they serve, past, present, and future; and (4) encourages the people of the United States to observe Day of the Deployed with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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Whereas during the War of 1812, Great Britain turned its full attention to the war effort in North
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continent in April 1814;
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Whereas British forces dealt a devastating blow to the forces of the United States at the Battle of
Bladensburg and were, as a consequence, able to march into Washington,
D.C. unopposed and, on August 24, 1814, burn the United States Capitol
Building, the Executive Mansion, now known as the White House, and other
government buildings;
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Maryland, withstood 25 hours of bombardment by the British Royal Navy;
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Whereas on the following morning, the soldiers of Fort McHenry hoisted an enormous American flag,
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The Star-Spangled Banner
</quote>
;
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Whereas on December 24, 1814, American and British commissioners signed the Treaty of Ghent, which
would be ratified the following February, bringing the War of 1812 to an
end and firmly establishing the United States of America as a sovereign
nation within the family of nations;
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Whereas on March 3, 1931, President Herbert Hoover signed
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as the national anthem of the United States;
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The Star-Spangled Banner
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about to be extinguished;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas singing the national anthem at large public gatherings, such as sporting events, brings
patriotic unity to the great melting pot known as the United States of
America;
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<whereas>
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Whereas our national anthem has become an enduring symbol of
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the land of the free and the home of the brave
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;
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Whereas the people of the United States are celebrating the bicentennial of
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The Star-Spangled Banner
</quote>
with a variety of commemorative events nationwide during the week of September 10 through 16,
2014, including
the
<quote>
O Say Can You See! Star-Spangled Spectacular
</quote>
festival in Baltimore on September 13, 2014, which included concerts and an extraordinary
fireworks display over Fort McHenry and the Baltimore harbor; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas it is especially important to educate young people and new citizens of the United States
about the history and meaning of the national anthem: Now, therefore, be
it
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the Senate designates the period from September 2014 through September 2015 as the
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The Star-Spangled Banner
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period of thanksgiving with appropriate ceremonies, activities,
educational outreach, and
reflection; and
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it is the sense of the Senate that
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The Star-Spangled Banner
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shall retain all current verses and remain our national anthem in perpetuity.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 550 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 16, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. Wicker , and Ms. Mikulski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the 200 th anniversary of The Star-Spangled Banner .
Whereas during the War of 1812, Great Britain turned its full attention to the war effort in North America following its defeat of Napoleon’s armies on the European continent in April 1814; Whereas British forces dealt a devastating blow to the forces of the United States at the Battle of Bladensburg and were, as a consequence, able to march into Washington, D.C. unopposed and, on August 24, 1814, burn the United States Capitol Building, the Executive Mansion, now known as the White House, and other government buildings; Whereas on September 13, 1814, with the fate of the Nation uncertain, Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland, withstood 25 hours of bombardment by the British Royal Navy; Whereas on the following morning, the soldiers of Fort McHenry hoisted an enormous American flag, the sight of which inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem he titled The Star-Spangled Banner ; Whereas on December 24, 1814, American and British commissioners signed the Treaty of Ghent, which would be ratified the following February, bringing the War of 1812 to an end and firmly establishing the United States of America as a sovereign nation within the family of nations; Whereas on March 3, 1931, President Herbert Hoover signed Public Law 71–823 , designating The Star-Spangled Banner as the national anthem of the United States; Whereas The Star-Spangled Banner was written to celebrate American courage at a time when the torch of liberty looked as if it were about to be extinguished; Whereas singing the national anthem at large public gatherings, such as sporting events, brings patriotic unity to the great melting pot known as the United States of America; Whereas our national anthem has become an enduring symbol of the land of the free and the home of the brave ; Whereas the people of the United States are celebrating the bicentennial of The Star-Spangled Banner with a variety of commemorative events nationwide during the week of September 10 through 16, 2014, including the O Say Can You See! Star-Spangled Spectacular festival in Baltimore on September 13, 2014, which included concerts and an extraordinary fireworks display over Fort McHenry and the Baltimore harbor; and Whereas it is especially important to educate young people and new citizens of the United States about the history and meaning of the national anthem: Now, therefore, be it
That— (1) the Senate designates the period from September 2014 through September 2015 as the Year of National Thanksgiving for The Star-Spangled Banner ; (2) the Senate encourages all State and local governments and the people of the United States to observe this period of thanksgiving with appropriate ceremonies, activities, educational outreach, and reflection; and (3) it is the sense of the Senate that The Star-Spangled Banner shall retain all current verses and remain our national anthem in perpetuity. |
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Recognizing September 2014 as
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National Campus Safety Awareness Month
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Whereas people on college and university campuses are not immune from the potential acts of crime
that the rest of society in the United States faces;
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Whereas men and women deserve to learn in a positive and safe environment free from sexual assault;
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<whereas>
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Whereas experts estimate that 1 in 5 female undergraduate students will experience sexual assault
or attempted sexual assault;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the aggressor in a sexual assault is usually an acquaintance or friend of the victim;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a majority of sexual assaults are not reported to law enforcement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the majority of stalking victims are between the ages of 18 and 24 years old;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas approximately 3 in 10 women are injured emotionally or psychologically from being stalked;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Clery Center for Security on Campus, a nonprofit group dedicated to preventing
violence, substance abuse, and other crimes on college and university
campuses, has designated September as
<quote>
National Campus Safety Awareness Month
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas National Campus Safety Awareness Month provides an opportunity for campus communities to
become engaged in efforts to improve campus safety:
Now, therefore, be it
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encourages colleges and universities throughout the United States to provide campus safety and
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year.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 551 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Heller (for himself and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing September 2014 as National Campus Safety Awareness Month and supporting the goals and ideals of National Campus Safety Awareness Month.
Whereas people on college and university campuses are not immune from the potential acts of crime that the rest of society in the United States faces; Whereas men and women deserve to learn in a positive and safe environment free from sexual assault; Whereas experts estimate that 1 in 5 female undergraduate students will experience sexual assault or attempted sexual assault; Whereas the aggressor in a sexual assault is usually an acquaintance or friend of the victim; Whereas a majority of sexual assaults are not reported to law enforcement; Whereas the majority of stalking victims are between the ages of 18 and 24 years old; Whereas approximately 3 in 10 women are injured emotionally or psychologically from being stalked; Whereas the Clery Center for Security on Campus, a nonprofit group dedicated to preventing violence, substance abuse, and other crimes on college and university campuses, has designated September as National Campus Safety Awareness Month ; and Whereas National Campus Safety Awareness Month provides an opportunity for campus communities to become engaged in efforts to improve campus safety: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Campus Safety Awareness Month; and (2) encourages colleges and universities throughout the United States to provide campus safety and other crime awareness and prevention programs to students throughout the year. |
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September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mrs. Feinstein
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Ms. Collins
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Ms. Landrieu
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Mr. Cochran
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Supporting Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October
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Whereas more than 28,000,000 children in the United States have parents who work outside the home
and approximately 15,100,000 children in the United States have no place
to go after school;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-quality programs that expand learning opportunities for children, such as afterschool,
before-school, summer, and expanded learning programs, provide safe,
challenging, engaging, and fun learning experiences, including many that
emphasize science, technology, engineering, and math, that help children
and
youth develop social, emotional, physical, cultural, and academic skills;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-quality afterschool programs and high-quality expanded learning programs provide
students with hands-on, engaging lessons that are aligned with the school
day;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-quality afterschool programs complement regular and expanded school days, and support
working families by ensuring that the children of those families are safe
and productive during the hours parents are working;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-quality afterschool programs engage families, schools, and diverse community partners
in advancing the well-being of children and youth in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-quality afterschool programs that partner with high-quality community-based
organizations build stronger communities by integrating the school with
the larger community;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool, before-school, summer, and
expanded learning programs held on October 23, 2014, highlights the
critical importance of these high-quality programs in the lives of
children, their families, and their communities; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas nearly 2 in 5 afterschool programs report that their budgets are in worse condition today
than at the height of the recession in 2008, and more than 3 in 5
afterschool programs report that their level of funding is lower than it
was 3 years ago, making it difficult for afterschool programs across the
United States to keep their doors open and their lights on: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate supports Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held
on October 23, 2014.
</text>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 552 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself, Mrs. Feinstein , Ms. Collins , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Whitehouse , and Mr. Johnson of South Dakota ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 23, 2014.
Whereas more than 28,000,000 children in the United States have parents who work outside the home and approximately 15,100,000 children in the United States have no place to go after school; Whereas high-quality programs that expand learning opportunities for children, such as afterschool, before-school, summer, and expanded learning programs, provide safe, challenging, engaging, and fun learning experiences, including many that emphasize science, technology, engineering, and math, that help children and youth develop social, emotional, physical, cultural, and academic skills; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs and high-quality expanded learning programs provide students with hands-on, engaging lessons that are aligned with the school day; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs complement regular and expanded school days, and support working families by ensuring that the children of those families are safe and productive during the hours parents are working; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs engage families, schools, and diverse community partners in advancing the well-being of children and youth in the United States; Whereas high-quality afterschool programs that partner with high-quality community-based organizations build stronger communities by integrating the school with the larger community; Whereas Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool, before-school, summer, and expanded learning programs held on October 23, 2014, highlights the critical importance of these high-quality programs in the lives of children, their families, and their communities; and Whereas nearly 2 in 5 afterschool programs report that their budgets are in worse condition today than at the height of the recession in 2008, and more than 3 in 5 afterschool programs report that their level of funding is lower than it was 3 years ago, making it difficult for afterschool programs across the United States to keep their doors open and their lights on: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate supports Lights On Afterschool, a national celebration of afterschool programs held on October 23, 2014. |
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Whereas the first edition of the Hartford Courant was printed on October 29, 1764;
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Whereas the Hartford Courant is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States;
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Whereas the Hartford Courant gave voice to a newfound yearning for freedom as the most circulated
newspaper in the colonies during the throes of the Revolutionary War;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Hartford Courant demonstrated leadership in actively supporting the presidential
efforts of President Abraham Lincoln and his attempts to end slavery
during the Civil War; and
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Whereas the Hartford Courant is a 5-time finalist and 2-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for
journalistic excellence: Now, therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 553 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Murphy (for himself and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 250th anniversary of the Hartford Courant newspaper.
Whereas the first edition of the Hartford Courant was printed on October 29, 1764; Whereas the Hartford Courant is the oldest continuously published newspaper in the United States; Whereas the Hartford Courant gave voice to a newfound yearning for freedom as the most circulated newspaper in the colonies during the throes of the Revolutionary War; Whereas the Hartford Courant demonstrated leadership in actively supporting the presidential efforts of President Abraham Lincoln and his attempts to end slavery during the Civil War; and Whereas the Hartford Courant is a 5-time finalist and 2-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize for journalistic excellence: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the significant and positive impact of the Hartford Courant throughout the history of the United States; and (2) acknowledges the importance of a vibrant free press to democracy. |
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Mr. Markey
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Mr. Cochran
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Mr. Boozman
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Recognizing the month of October 2014 as
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National Principals Month
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Whereas the National Association of Secondary School
Principals and the National Association of Elementary School Principals
have
declared the month of October 2014 to be
<quote>
National Principals
Month
</quote>
;
</text>
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Whereas principals are educational visionaries,
instructional and assessment leaders, disciplinarians, community builders,
budget analysts, facilities managers, and administrators of legal and
contractual obligations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas principals work collaboratively with teachers and
parents to develop and implement a clear mission, high curriculum
standards,
and performance goals;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas principals create school environments that
facilitate great teaching and learning and continuous school
improvement;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the vision, actions, and dedication of principals
provide the mobilizing force behind any school reform effort; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the celebration of National Principals Month would
honor elementary school, middle school, and high school principals, and
recognize the importance of principals in ensuring that every child has
access
to a high-quality education: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the
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National Principals Month
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honors the
contribution of principals in the elementary schools, middle schools, and
high
schools of the United States by supporting the goals and ideals of
National
Principals Month.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 554 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Franken (for himself, Mr. Hatch , Mr. Markey , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Boozman , and Mr. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the month of October 2014 as National Principals Month .
Whereas the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the National Association of Elementary School Principals have declared the month of October 2014 to be National Principals Month ; Whereas principals are educational visionaries, instructional and assessment leaders, disciplinarians, community builders, budget analysts, facilities managers, and administrators of legal and contractual obligations; Whereas principals work collaboratively with teachers and parents to develop and implement a clear mission, high curriculum standards, and performance goals; Whereas principals create school environments that facilitate great teaching and learning and continuous school improvement; Whereas the vision, actions, and dedication of principals provide the mobilizing force behind any school reform effort; and Whereas the celebration of National Principals Month would honor elementary school, middle school, and high school principals, and recognize the importance of principals in ensuring that every child has access to a high-quality education: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the month of October 2014 as National Principals Month ; and (2) honors the contribution of principals in the elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools of the United States by supporting the goals and ideals of National Principals Month. |
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Whereas health information technology is recognized as an essential tool for improving patient
care, ensuring patient safety, stopping duplicative tests and paperwork,
and reducing health care costs;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Center for Information Technology Leadership estimates that a fully-realized
implementation of national standards for interoperability and the exchange
of health information can produce significant savings in health care
costs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the use of health information technology is essential to providing
coordinated care, expanding access to care, and improving the quality and
safety of mental and physical health care for all individuals in the
United
States;
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establishes open standards for connectivity to core patient information between health information
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leverages technology solutions to analyze and improve treatment trends and highlight cost
transparency to help combat fraud, waste, and abuse within Federal health
programs;
</text>
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas portable health information, such as cloud-based computing and
storage systems that can process vast amounts of patient information for
personalized care, integrated consumer devices, and mobile medical
applications, are critical technologies for improving the health of all
individuals in the United States, creating high-demand jobs, and
stimulating market innovation;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas it is necessary to continue improving the exchange of health information confidently and
securely between different providers, systems, and insurers, a task that
is foundational to transforming the health care delivery system in the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas aligning the use of electronic health records with other reporting efforts is critical to
improving clinical outcomes for patients, controlling costs, and expanding
access to care through the use of technology; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since 2006, organizations across the United States have united to support National Health
Information Technology Week to improve public awareness of implementing
health information technology to achieve the benefits of improved quality
and cost efficiency in the health care system: Now, therefore, be it
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designates the week of September 15 through September 19, 2014, as
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National Health Information Technology Week
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recognizes the value of information technology and management systems in transforming health care
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encourages all interested parties to promote the use of information technology and management
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calls on all individuals in the United States to be engaged in their mental and physical health by
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 555 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Ms. Stabenow (for herself and Mr. Thune ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of September 15 through September 19, 2014, as ‘‘National Health Information Technology Week’’ to recognize the value of health information technology in transforming and improving the health care system for all individuals in the United States.
Whereas health information technology is recognized as an essential tool for improving patient care, ensuring patient safety, stopping duplicative tests and paperwork, and reducing health care costs; Whereas the Center for Information Technology Leadership estimates that a fully-realized implementation of national standards for interoperability and the exchange of health information can produce significant savings in health care costs; Whereas the use of health information technology is essential to providing coordinated care, expanding access to care, and improving the quality and safety of mental and physical health care for all individuals in the United States; Whereas Congress has a vision for a national technology-enabled health care system that— (1) provides access to care that is available at anytime and anywhere; (2) recognizes modern, multimodal health care delivery models; (3) establishes open standards for connectivity to core patient information between health information technology systems, devices, and emerging technologies; and (4) leverages technology solutions to analyze and improve treatment trends and highlight cost transparency to help combat fraud, waste, and abuse within Federal health programs; Whereas portable health information, such as cloud-based computing and storage systems that can process vast amounts of patient information for personalized care, integrated consumer devices, and mobile medical applications, are critical technologies for improving the health of all individuals in the United States, creating high-demand jobs, and stimulating market innovation; Whereas it is necessary to continue improving the exchange of health information confidently and securely between different providers, systems, and insurers, a task that is foundational to transforming the health care delivery system in the United States; Whereas aligning the use of electronic health records with other reporting efforts is critical to improving clinical outcomes for patients, controlling costs, and expanding access to care through the use of technology; and Whereas since 2006, organizations across the United States have united to support National Health Information Technology Week to improve public awareness of implementing health information technology to achieve the benefits of improved quality and cost efficiency in the health care system: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of September 15 through September 19, 2014, as National Health Information Technology Week ; (2) recognizes the value of information technology and management systems in transforming health care for individuals in the United States; (3) encourages all interested parties to promote the use of information technology and management systems to transform the health care system of the United States; and (4) calls on all individuals in the United States to be engaged in their mental and physical health by using health information technology. |
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September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014
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Mr. Coons
</sponsor>
(for himself,
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Mr. Sessions
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S369">
Mr. Markey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S362">
Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S361">
Ms. Hirono
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S275">
Ms. Cantwell
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S182">
Ms. Mikulski
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S322">
Mr. Merkley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S247">
Mr. Wyden
</cosponsor>
, and
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Ms. Collins
</cosponsor>
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Designating the week beginning on October 12, 2014, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt established
the first national wildlife refuge on Pelican Island in Florida;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2014, the National Wildlife Refuge System,
administered by the Fish and Wildlife Service, is the premier system of
lands
and waters to conserve wildlife in the world, and has grown to
approximately
150,000,000 acres, 562 national wildlife refuges, and 38 wetland
management
districts in every State and territory of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges are important
recreational and tourism destinations in communities across the United
States,
and these protected lands offer a variety of recreational opportunities,
including 6 wildlife-dependent uses that the National Wildlife Refuge
System
manages: hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, photography,
environmental
education, and interpretation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2014, 335 units of the National Wildlife
Refuge System have hunting programs and 271 units of the National
Wildlife Refuge System have fishing programs, averaging approximately
2,500,000
hunting visits and nearly 7,000,000 fishing visits each year;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System experienced
nearly 31,000,000 wildlife observation visits during fiscal year
2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges are important to local
businesses and gateway communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, for every $1 appropriated, national wildlife
refuges generate nearly $5 in economic activity;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System experiences
over 47,000,000 visits each year, which generated more than
$2,400,000,000 and more than 35,000 jobs in local economies during fiscal
year
2011;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System encompasses
every kind of ecosystem in the United States, including temperate,
tropical,
and boreal forests, wetlands, deserts, grasslands, arctic tundras, and
remote
islands, and spans 12 time zones from the Virgin Islands to Guam;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges are home to more than
700 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 250 species of reptiles and
amphibians, and more than 1,000 species of fish;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges are the primary Federal
lands that foster production, migration, and wintering habitat for
waterfowl;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since 1934, the sale of the Federal Duck Stamp to
outdoor enthusiasts has generated more than $850,000,000 in funds, which
has
enabled the purchase or lease of more than 5,600,000 acres of wetland
habitat for waterfowl and numerous other species
in the National Wildlife Refuge System;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the recovery of 386 threatened and endangered species is supported on refuge lands;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges are cores of
conservation for larger landscapes and resources for other agencies of the
Federal Government and State governments, private landowners, and
organizations
in their efforts to secure the wildlife heritage of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 38,000 volunteers and approximately 220
national wildlife refuge
<quote>
Friends
</quote>
organizations contribute more than
1,400,000 hours annually, the equivalent of more than 700 full-time
employees, and
provide an important link to local communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas national wildlife refuges provide an important
opportunity for children to discover and gain a greater appreciation for
the
natural world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, because there are national wildlife refuges
located in several urban and suburban areas and one refuge located within
an
hour drive of every metropolitan area in the United States, national
wildlife
refuges employ, educate, and engage young people from all backgrounds in
exploring, connecting with, and preserving the natural heritage of the
United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since 1995, refuges across the United States have
held festivals, educational programs, guided tours, and other events to
celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week during the second full week of
October;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Fish and Wildlife Service will continue to
seek stakeholder input on the implementation of
<quote>
Conserving the Future:
Wildlife Refuges and the Next Generation
</quote>
, an update to the strategic plan of
the Fish and Wildlife Service for the future of the National Wildlife
Refuge
System;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the week beginning on October 12, 2014, has been
designated as
<term>
National Wildlife Refuge Week
</term>
by the Fish and
Wildlife Service; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the designation of National Wildlife Refuge Week
by the Senate would recognize more than a century of conservation in the
United
States, raise awareness about the importance of wildlife and the National
Wildlife Refuge System, and celebrate the myriad recreational
opportunities
available to enjoy this network of protected lands: Now, therefore, be
it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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designates the
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opportunities
and contribution to local economies across the United States;
</text>
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identifies the
significance of national wildlife refuges in advancing the traditions of
wildlife observation, photography, environmental education, and
interpretation;
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recognizes the
importance of national wildlife refuges to wildlife conservation and the
protection of imperiled species and ecosystems, as well as compatible
uses;
</text>
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</enum>
<text>
acknowledges the
role of national wildlife refuges in conserving waterfowl and waterfowl
habitat
pursuant to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (40 Stat. 755, chapter 128);
</text>
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<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms the
support of the Senate for wildlife conservation and the National Wildlife
Refuge System; and
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</paragraph>
<paragraph id="ID2ac722f43a95445a948da4f053f39c4e">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
expresses the
intent of the Senate—
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<enum>
(A)
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<text>
to continue
working to conserve wildlife; and
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<enum>
(B)
</enum>
<text>
to manage the
National Wildlife Refuge System for current and future generations.
</text>
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</paragraph>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 556 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Sessions , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Markey , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Kaine , Ms. Hirono , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Levin , Mrs. Murray , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Warner , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Wyden , and Ms. Collins ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning on October 12, 2014, as National Wildlife Refuge Week.
Whereas, in 1903, President Theodore Roosevelt established the first national wildlife refuge on Pelican Island in Florida; Whereas, in 2014, the National Wildlife Refuge System, administered by the Fish and Wildlife Service, is the premier system of lands and waters to conserve wildlife in the world, and has grown to approximately 150,000,000 acres, 562 national wildlife refuges, and 38 wetland management districts in every State and territory of the United States; Whereas national wildlife refuges are important recreational and tourism destinations in communities across the United States, and these protected lands offer a variety of recreational opportunities, including 6 wildlife-dependent uses that the National Wildlife Refuge System manages: hunting, fishing, wildlife observation, photography, environmental education, and interpretation; Whereas, in 2014, 335 units of the National Wildlife Refuge System have hunting programs and 271 units of the National Wildlife Refuge System have fishing programs, averaging approximately 2,500,000 hunting visits and nearly 7,000,000 fishing visits each year; Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System experienced nearly 31,000,000 wildlife observation visits during fiscal year 2013; Whereas national wildlife refuges are important to local businesses and gateway communities; Whereas, for every $1 appropriated, national wildlife refuges generate nearly $5 in economic activity; Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System experiences over 47,000,000 visits each year, which generated more than $2,400,000,000 and more than 35,000 jobs in local economies during fiscal year 2011; Whereas the National Wildlife Refuge System encompasses every kind of ecosystem in the United States, including temperate, tropical, and boreal forests, wetlands, deserts, grasslands, arctic tundras, and remote islands, and spans 12 time zones from the Virgin Islands to Guam; Whereas national wildlife refuges are home to more than 700 species of birds, 220 species of mammals, 250 species of reptiles and amphibians, and more than 1,000 species of fish; Whereas national wildlife refuges are the primary Federal lands that foster production, migration, and wintering habitat for waterfowl; Whereas, since 1934, the sale of the Federal Duck Stamp to outdoor enthusiasts has generated more than $850,000,000 in funds, which has enabled the purchase or lease of more than 5,600,000 acres of wetland habitat for waterfowl and numerous other species in the National Wildlife Refuge System; Whereas the recovery of 386 threatened and endangered species is supported on refuge lands; Whereas national wildlife refuges are cores of conservation for larger landscapes and resources for other agencies of the Federal Government and State governments, private landowners, and organizations in their efforts to secure the wildlife heritage of the United States; Whereas more than 38,000 volunteers and approximately 220 national wildlife refuge Friends organizations contribute more than 1,400,000 hours annually, the equivalent of more than 700 full-time employees, and provide an important link to local communities; Whereas national wildlife refuges provide an important opportunity for children to discover and gain a greater appreciation for the natural world; Whereas, because there are national wildlife refuges located in several urban and suburban areas and one refuge located within an hour drive of every metropolitan area in the United States, national wildlife refuges employ, educate, and engage young people from all backgrounds in exploring, connecting with, and preserving the natural heritage of the United States; Whereas, since 1995, refuges across the United States have held festivals, educational programs, guided tours, and other events to celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week during the second full week of October; Whereas the Fish and Wildlife Service will continue to seek stakeholder input on the implementation of Conserving the Future: Wildlife Refuges and the Next Generation , an update to the strategic plan of the Fish and Wildlife Service for the future of the National Wildlife Refuge System; Whereas the week beginning on October 12, 2014, has been designated as National Wildlife Refuge Week by the Fish and Wildlife Service; and Whereas the designation of National Wildlife Refuge Week by the Senate would recognize more than a century of conservation in the United States, raise awareness about the importance of wildlife and the National Wildlife Refuge System, and celebrate the myriad recreational opportunities available to enjoy this network of protected lands: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on October 12, 2014, as National Wildlife Refuge Week ; (2) encourages the observance of National Wildlife Refuge Week with appropriate events and activities; (3) acknowledges the importance of national wildlife refuges for their recreational opportunities and contribution to local economies across the United States; (4) pronounces that national wildlife refuges play a vital role in securing the hunting and fishing heritage of the United States for future generations; (5) identifies the significance of national wildlife refuges in advancing the traditions of wildlife observation, photography, environmental education, and interpretation; (6) recognizes the importance of national wildlife refuges to wildlife conservation and the protection of imperiled species and ecosystems, as well as compatible uses; (7) acknowledges the role of national wildlife refuges in conserving waterfowl and waterfowl habitat pursuant to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (40 Stat. 755, chapter 128); (8) reaffirms the support of the Senate for wildlife conservation and the National Wildlife Refuge System; and (9) expresses the intent of the Senate— (A) to continue working to conserve wildlife; and (B) to manage the National Wildlife Refuge System for current and future generations. |
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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<legis-num>
S. RES. 557
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014
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Mr. Grassley
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(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S295">
Mr. Pryor
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S176">
Mr. Rockefeller
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S254">
Mr. Enzi
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S284">
Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S338">
Mr. Manchin
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Designating the week beginning October 19, 2014, as
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National Character Counts Week
</quote>
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<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas
the well-being of the United States requires that the young people of the
United States become an involved, caring citizenry of good character;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
the character education of children has become more urgent, as violence by
and
against youth increasingly threatens the physical and psychological
well-being
of the people of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, more than ever, children need
strong and constructive guidance from their families and their
communities,
including schools, youth organizations, religious institutions, and civic
groups;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
the character of a nation is only as strong as the character of its
individual
citizens;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
the public good is advanced when young people are taught the importance of
good
character and the positive effects that good character can have in
personal
relationships, in school, and in the workplace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
scholars and educators agree that people do not automatically develop good
character and that, therefore, conscientious efforts must be made by
institutions and individuals that influence youth to help young people
develop
the essential traits and characteristics that comprise good character;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, although character development is,
first and foremost, an obligation of families, the efforts of faith
communities, schools, and youth, civic, and human service organizations
also
play an important role in fostering and promoting good character;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
Congress encourages students, teachers, parents, youth, and community
leaders
to recognize the importance of character education in preparing young
people to
play a role in determining the future of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
effective character education is based on core ethical values, which form
the
foundation of a democratic society;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
examples of character are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility,
fairness,
caring, citizenship, and honesty;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
elements of character transcend cultural, religious, and socioeconomic
differences;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
the character and conduct of youth reflect the character and conduct
of
society, and, therefore, every adult has the responsibility to teach and
model
ethical values and every social institution has the responsibility to
promote
the development of good character;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
Congress encourages individuals and organizations, especially those that
have
an interest in the education and training of the young people of the
United
States, to adopt the elements of character as intrinsic to the well-being
of
individuals, communities, and society;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
many schools in the United States recognize the need, and have taken
steps, to
integrate the values of their communities into teaching activities;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas
the establishment of
<quote>
National Character Counts Week
</quote>
, during
which individuals, families, schools, youth organizations, religious
institutions, civic groups, and other organizations focus on character
education, is of great benefit to the United States: Now, therefore, be
it
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designates the week beginning October 19,
2014, as
<quote>
National Character Counts Week
</quote>
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and interested groups—
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identified by local schools and communities, such as trustworthiness,
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to observe the week with appropriate
ceremonies, programs, and activities.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 557 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Grassley (for himself, Mr. Levin , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Stabenow , Ms. Landrieu , and Mr. Manchin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning October 19, 2014, as National Character Counts Week .
Whereas the well-being of the United States requires that the young people of the United States become an involved, caring citizenry of good character; Whereas the character education of children has become more urgent, as violence by and against youth increasingly threatens the physical and psychological well-being of the people of the United States; Whereas, more than ever, children need strong and constructive guidance from their families and their communities, including schools, youth organizations, religious institutions, and civic groups; Whereas the character of a nation is only as strong as the character of its individual citizens; Whereas the public good is advanced when young people are taught the importance of good character and the positive effects that good character can have in personal relationships, in school, and in the workplace; Whereas scholars and educators agree that people do not automatically develop good character and that, therefore, conscientious efforts must be made by institutions and individuals that influence youth to help young people develop the essential traits and characteristics that comprise good character; Whereas, although character development is, first and foremost, an obligation of families, the efforts of faith communities, schools, and youth, civic, and human service organizations also play an important role in fostering and promoting good character; Whereas Congress encourages students, teachers, parents, youth, and community leaders to recognize the importance of character education in preparing young people to play a role in determining the future of the United States; Whereas effective character education is based on core ethical values, which form the foundation of a democratic society; Whereas examples of character are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, citizenship, and honesty; Whereas elements of character transcend cultural, religious, and socioeconomic differences; Whereas the character and conduct of youth reflect the character and conduct of society, and, therefore, every adult has the responsibility to teach and model ethical values and every social institution has the responsibility to promote the development of good character; Whereas Congress encourages individuals and organizations, especially those that have an interest in the education and training of the young people of the United States, to adopt the elements of character as intrinsic to the well-being of individuals, communities, and society; Whereas many schools in the United States recognize the need, and have taken steps, to integrate the values of their communities into teaching activities; and Whereas the establishment of National Character Counts Week , during which individuals, families, schools, youth organizations, religious institutions, civic groups, and other organizations focus on character education, is of great benefit to the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning October 19, 2014, as National Character Counts Week ; and (2) calls upon the people of the United States and interested groups— (A) to embrace the elements of character identified by local schools and communities, such as trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship; and (B) to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies, programs, and activities. |
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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<legis-num>
S. RES. 558
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014
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Mrs. Murray
</sponsor>
(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S259">
Mr. Reed
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S257">
Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S305">
Mr. Isakson
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S252">
Ms. Collins
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S182">
Ms. Mikulski
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Designating the week of September 22
through 28, 2014, as
<quote>
National Adult Education and Family Literacy
Week
</quote>
.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development reports
that approximately 36,000,000 adults in the United States lack the basic
literacy and numeracy
necessary to succeed at home, in the workplace, and in society;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the literacy of the people of the United States is
essential for the economic and societal well-being of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States reaps the economic benefits of
individuals who improve their literacy, numeracy, and English-language
skills;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas literacy and educational skills are necessary for
individuals to fully benefit from the range of opportunities available in
the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the economy and position of the United States in
the world marketplace depend on having a literate, skilled population;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the unemployment rate in the United States is
highest among those without a high school diploma or an equivalent
credential,
demonstrating that education is important to economic recovery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the educational skills of a child's parents and
the practice of reading to a child have a direct impact on the educational
success of the child;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas parental involvement in a child's education is a
key predictor of a child's success, and the level of parental involvement
in a
child's education increases as the educational level of the parent
increases;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas parents who participate in family literacy
programs become more involved in their children's education and gain the
tools
necessary to obtain a job or find better employment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas as a result of family literacy programs, the
lives of children become more stable, and their success in the classroom
and in
future endeavors becomes more likely;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas adults need to be part of a long-term solution to
the educational challenges faced by the people of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many older people in the United States lack the
reading, math, or English skills necessary to read a prescription and
follow
medical instructions, which endangers their lives and the lives of their
loved
ones;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many individuals who are unemployed,
underemployed, or receive public assistance lack the literacy skills
necessary
to obtain and keep a job to provide for their families, to continue their
education, or to participate in job training programs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many high school dropouts do not have the literacy
skills necessary to complete their education, transition to postsecondary
education or career and technical training, or obtain a job;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a large portion of individuals in prison have low
educational skills, and prisoners without educational skills are more
likely to
return to prison once released;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many immigrants in the United States do not have
the literacy skills necessary to succeed in the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
highlights the need to ensure that each individual in the United States
has the literacy
skills
necessary to succeed at home, at work, and in society: Now, therefore, be
it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates the
week of September 22 through 28, 2014, as
<quote>
National Adult Education and
Family Literacy Week
</quote>
to raise public awareness about the importance of
adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy;
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(2)
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encourages people
across the United States to support programs to assist individuals in need
of
adult
education, workforce skills, and family literacy programs;
</text>
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(3)
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recognizes the
importance of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy
programs;
and
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(4)
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calls upon
public, private, and nonprofit entities to support increased access to
adult
education and family literacy programs to ensure a literate society.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 558 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Reed , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , and Ms. Mikulski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of September 22 through 28, 2014, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week .
Whereas the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development reports that approximately 36,000,000 adults in the United States lack the basic literacy and numeracy necessary to succeed at home, in the workplace, and in society; Whereas the literacy of the people of the United States is essential for the economic and societal well-being of the United States; Whereas the United States reaps the economic benefits of individuals who improve their literacy, numeracy, and English-language skills; Whereas literacy and educational skills are necessary for individuals to fully benefit from the range of opportunities available in the United States; Whereas the economy and position of the United States in the world marketplace depend on having a literate, skilled population; Whereas the unemployment rate in the United States is highest among those without a high school diploma or an equivalent credential, demonstrating that education is important to economic recovery; Whereas the educational skills of a child's parents and the practice of reading to a child have a direct impact on the educational success of the child; Whereas parental involvement in a child's education is a key predictor of a child's success, and the level of parental involvement in a child's education increases as the educational level of the parent increases; Whereas parents who participate in family literacy programs become more involved in their children's education and gain the tools necessary to obtain a job or find better employment; Whereas as a result of family literacy programs, the lives of children become more stable, and their success in the classroom and in future endeavors becomes more likely; Whereas adults need to be part of a long-term solution to the educational challenges faced by the people of the United States; Whereas many older people in the United States lack the reading, math, or English skills necessary to read a prescription and follow medical instructions, which endangers their lives and the lives of their loved ones; Whereas many individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, or receive public assistance lack the literacy skills necessary to obtain and keep a job to provide for their families, to continue their education, or to participate in job training programs; Whereas many high school dropouts do not have the literacy skills necessary to complete their education, transition to postsecondary education or career and technical training, or obtain a job; Whereas a large portion of individuals in prison have low educational skills, and prisoners without educational skills are more likely to return to prison once released; Whereas many immigrants in the United States do not have the literacy skills necessary to succeed in the United States; and Whereas National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week highlights the need to ensure that each individual in the United States has the literacy skills necessary to succeed at home, at work, and in society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of September 22 through 28, 2014, as National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week to raise public awareness about the importance of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy; (2) encourages people across the United States to support programs to assist individuals in need of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy programs; (3) recognizes the importance of adult education, workforce skills, and family literacy programs; and (4) calls upon public, private, and nonprofit entities to support increased access to adult education and family literacy programs to ensure a literate society. |
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Designating the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as “National Chemistry Week”.
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Whereas chemistry is the science of basic units of matter and, consequently, plays a role in every
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Whereas chemistry has broad applications, including food science, water quality, energy,
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Whereas the science of chemistry is vital to improving the quality of human life and plays an
important role in addressing critical global challenges;
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Whereas innovations in chemistry continue to spur economic growth and job creation and have
applications for a range of industries;
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Whereas National Chemistry Week is part of a broader vision to improve human life through chemistry
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enterprise for the benefit of communities and the environment;
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Whereas the purpose of National Chemistry Week is to reach the public with educational messages
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for the applications and benefits of chemistry;
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Whereas National Chemistry Week strives to stimulate the interest of young people, including women
and underrepresented groups, in enthusiastically studying science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics and in pursuing science-related
careers that lead to innovations and major scientific breakthroughs; and
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Whereas students who participate in National Chemistry Week deserve recognition and support for
their efforts: Now, therefore, be it
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designates the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as
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National Chemistry Week
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supports the goals of and welcomes the participants in the 27th annual National Chemistry Week;
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recognizes the need to promote the fields of science (including chemistry), technology,
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commends the American Chemical Society and the partners of such society for organizing and
convening events and activities surrounding National Chemistry Week each
year.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 559 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES September 17 (legislative day, September 16), 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself and Mr. Toomey ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as “National Chemistry Week”.
Whereas chemistry is the science of basic units of matter and, consequently, plays a role in every aspect of human life; Whereas chemistry has broad applications, including food science, water quality, energy, sustainability, medicine, and electronics; Whereas the science of chemistry is vital to improving the quality of human life and plays an important role in addressing critical global challenges; Whereas innovations in chemistry continue to spur economic growth and job creation and have applications for a range of industries; Whereas National Chemistry Week is part of a broader vision to improve human life through chemistry and to advance the chemistry enterprise and the practitioners of such enterprise for the benefit of communities and the environment; Whereas the purpose of National Chemistry Week is to reach the public with educational messages about chemistry in order to foster greater understanding and appreciation for the applications and benefits of chemistry; Whereas National Chemistry Week strives to stimulate the interest of young people, including women and underrepresented groups, in enthusiastically studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and in pursuing science-related careers that lead to innovations and major scientific breakthroughs; and Whereas students who participate in National Chemistry Week deserve recognition and support for their efforts: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week beginning on October 19, 2014, as National Chemistry Week ; (2) supports the goals of and welcomes the participants in the 27th annual National Chemistry Week; (3) recognizes the need to promote the fields of science (including chemistry), technology, engineering, and mathematics and encourage youth to pursue careers in such fields; and (4) commends the American Chemical Society and the partners of such society for organizing and convening events and activities surrounding National Chemistry Week each year. |