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Latest Action: 10/08/2008 - Became Public Law No: 110-370. Bill TextTo honor the achievements and contributions of Native Americans to the United States, and for other purposes. 7/31/2008--Reported to Senate amended. (There are 2 other summaries) Native American Heritage Day Act of 2008 - Designates Friday, November 28, 2008, as Native American Heritage Day. Encourages the people of the United States, as well as federal, state, and local governments and interested groups and organizations, to observe such Day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities, including activities relating to: (1) the historical status of Native American tribal governments as well as the present day status of Native Americans; (2) Native American cultures, traditions, and languages; and (3) the rich Native American cultural legacy.
Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Bill TextTo recognize the birthdays of Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. 1/4/2007--Introduced. Washington-Lincoln Recognition Act of 2007 - States that (the legal public holiday) Washington's Birthday shall be referred to solely as such: (1) by all U.S. entities and officials; and (2) on all federally funded publications. Requests that the President issue an annual proclamation recognizing President Lincoln's birthday.
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Latest Action: 02/07/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (Living Kidney Organ Donation Clarification Act of 2007) Bill TextSupporting the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. 2/5/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day; (2) full and equitable funding for the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Modernization Act of 2006; (3) appropriate funding for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment; (4) the strengthening of stable African-American communities; (5) reducing the impact of incarceration as a driver of new HIV infections within the African-American community; (6) effective and comprehensive HIV prevention education programs to promote the early identification of HIV through voluntary routine testing and to connect those in need to treatment as early as possible; (7) reducing the number of HIV infections in the African-American community resulting from injection drug use; and (8) efforts to link those infected with HIV to accessible care and treatment options.[...] show full description
Latest Action: 03/02/2007 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextSupporting the goals and ideals of a National Medal of Honor Day to celebrate and honor the recipients of the Medal of Honor. 3/1/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the: (1) heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients; and (2) educational opportunity that a National Medal of Honor Day would present to the American public. Supports the goals and ideals of such a Day to celebrate and honor the contributions of such recipients.
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Latest Action: 02/02/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. Bill TextSupporting the goals and ideals of National Wear Red Day. 1/31/2007--Introduced. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Wear Red Day. Encourages: (1) Americans nationwide to wear red on that day to show support for women's heart disease awareness; (2) all American women to embrace the goals of The Heart Truth campaign and take action to modify, prevent, and control their risk factors for heart disease; and (3) all Americans to exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight, develop good eating habits, avoid tobacco, drugs, and excessive alcohol, and have regular checkups to take advantage of screenings that can detect heart disease-related problems early. Reaffirms our nation's commitment to fighting heart disease by promoting awareness about its causes, risks, and prevention and by promoting new education programs, supporting research, and expanding access to medical treatment.
Latest Action: 11/06/2007 - Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Bill TextExpressing support for the goals of Veterans Educate Today's Students (VETS) Day, and for other purposes. 11/5/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the importance of veterans to the United States. Expresses support for the goals of Veterans Educate Today's Students Day (programs that educate children about the service and sacrifices of veterans and their families).
Latest Action: 05/17/2007 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextSupporting the goals and ideals of a National Children and Families Day, in order to encourage adults in the United States to support and listen to children and to help children throughout the Nation achieve their hopes and dreams, and for other purposes. 5/16/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the goals and ideals of a National Children and Families Day.
Also tagged in: Capitol (Washington, D.C.), Commemorations, Congress, Criminal justice, Foreign policy, History, International affairs, Jewish holocaust (1939-1945), Victims of crimes, War crimes Latest Action: 03/26/2007 - Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3779) Bill TextPermitting the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust. 3/26/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on April 19, 2007, for a ceremony as part of the commemoration of the days of remembrance of victims of the Holocaust.
Latest Action: 09/25/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Bill TextA concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of a National Medal of Honor and to celebrate and honor the recipients of the Medal of Honor on the anniversary of the first award of that medal in 1863. 2/15/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the: (1) heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients; and (2) educational opportunity that a National Medal of Honor Day would present to the people of the United States. Supports the goals and ideals of such a Day to celebrate and honor the contributions of such recipients.
Latest Action: 05/14/2007 - Received in the House. Bill TextA concurrent resolution encouraging the recognition of the Negro Baseball Leagues and their players on May 20th of each year. 5/10/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the teams and players of the Negro Baseball Leagues for their achievements, dedication, sacrifices, and contributions to both baseball and our nation. Encourages the observation of Negro Leaguers Recognition Day on May 20 of each year.
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Latest Action: 09/28/2008 - Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. Bill Text
Supporting the goals and ideals of "Lights On Afterschool!", a national celebration of after-school programs.
Latest Action: 09/26/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9606-9607; text as passed Senate: CR S9606-9607) Bill Text
A concurrent resolution supporting "Lights On Afterschool!", a national celebration of after school programs.
Also tagged in: Armed forces, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Criminal justice, Defense policy, Diplomats, Emergency management, Federal employees, Foreign policy, Government employees, Intelligence activities, Intelligence officers, International affairs, Law enforcement officers, Military personnel, National security, Rescue work, September 11, 2001, Social services, Terrorism, Victims of terrorism, Volunteer workers
Latest Action: 09/11/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8455; text as passed Senate: CR S8455; text of measure as introduced: CR S8417-8418) Bill Text
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the terrorist attacks committed against the United States of America on September 11, 2001.
Latest Action: 09/08/2008 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8141-8142) Bill Text
A resolution designating September 9, 2008, as "National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day".
Latest Action: 07/25/2008 - Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7483) Bill TextA resolution expressing support for the designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including people living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of society and fully engaged as citizens of the United States. 7/25/2008--Introduced. Supports the goals and ideals of Disability Pride Day. Invites the citizens of the United States to join in celebrating the pride, the power, and the potential of people with disabilities by celebrating Disability Pride Day. Urges public officials and the general public to honor Americans with disabilities by educating themselves on ways to support and encourage understanding of persons with disabilities in schools, within the diverse workforce, as well as in our communities.
Latest Action: 08/01/2008 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8016) Bill Text
A resolution designating August 16, 2008, as National Airborne Day.
Latest Action: 07/23/2008 - Mr. Davis (IL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution. Bill TextExpressing support for designation of Disability Pride Day and recognizing that all people, including those living with disabilities, have the right, responsibility, and ability to be active, contributing members of our society and fully engaged as citizens. 7/17/2008--Introduced. Supports the goals and ideals of Disability Pride Day. Acknowledges the efforts of the city of Chicago's 5th Annual Disability Pride Parade organizers to raise awareness concerning the value of people with disabilities. Invites the Nation to join in celebrating the pride, the power, and the potential of people with disabilities by celebrating Disability Pride Day. Urges public officials and the general public to honor Americans with disabilities by educating themselves on ways to support and encourage understanding of persons with disabilities in schools, within the diverse workforce, as well as in our communities.
Also tagged in: Academic performance, Child health, Child safety, Children, Commemorations, Education, Elementary and secondary education, Families, Medical care, Medicine, Parent-school relationships, Year round schools
Latest Action: 07/08/2008 - Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. Bill TextExpressing support for designation of July 10, 2008, as "National Summer Learning Day". 7/8/2008--Introduced. Supports the designation of July 10, 2008, as National Summer Learning Day. Urges people to promote summer learning activities to send youth back to school ready to learn, support working parents and their children, and keep children safe and healthy during the summer months.
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Latest Action: 07/07/2008 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6364-6365) Bill TextA resolution designating July 10, 2008, as "National Summer Learning Day". 7/7/2008--Introduced. Designates July 10, 2008, as National Summer Learning Day. Urges people to promote summer learning activities to send youth back to school ready to learn, support working parents and their children, and keep children safe and healthy during the summer months.
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Latest Action: 06/27/2008 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6330-6331) Bill TextA resolution designating June 27, 2008, as National HIV Testing Day. 6/27/2008--Introduced. Designates June 27, 2008, as National HIV Testing Day. Encourages: (1) state and local governments to recognize such day, publicize its importance, encourage individuals to undergo counseling and testing for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, and establish and maintain effective linkages to care and treatment services for individuals testing positive; (2) use of rapid test kits approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a fast and efficient method of HIV testing; (3) media organizations to carry messages in support of the Day; and (4) the President to emphasize the importance of addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic among all individuals in the United States, especially among minority communities. Expresses support for the development of a national AIDS strategy with clear goals and objectives to reduce new HIV infections, especially among minorities.
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