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Latest Action: 02/05/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe. Bill TextExpressing the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice, reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the fight against intolerance and prejudice in any form, and honoring the legacy of transparent procedure, government accountability, the rule of law, the pursuit of justice, and the struggle for universal freedom and human rights. 1/5/2007--Introduced. Expresses the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice. States that: (1) the United States reaffirms its commitment to the fight against intolerance and prejudice; (2) Congress urges all members of the international community to honor those individuals of all races, creeds, and colors who were killed by the Nazis; and [...] show full description
Latest Action: 01/30/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Bill TextExpressing support for a National Week of Reflection and Tolerance. 1/30/2007--Introduced. Calls for establishment of a National Week of Reflection and Tolerance encouraging communities and institutions around the nation to engage in events and activities that are reflective, educational, celebratory, and healing as they relate to diversity among the people of the United States.
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Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. Bill TextEntitled the "English Plus Resolution". 1/4/2007--Introduced. Declares that the U.S. Government should pursue English-plus policies that: (1) encourage all residents of this country to become fully proficient in English by expanding educational opportunities and access to information technologies; (2) conserve and develop the Nation's linguistic resources by encouraging all residents of this country to learn or maintain skills in languages other than English; (3) assist Native Americans, Native Alaskans, Native Hawaiians, and other peoples indigenous to the United States in their efforts to prevent the extinction of their languages and cultures; (4) continue to provide services in languages other than English as needed to facilitate access to essential functions of government, promote public health and safety, ensure due process, promote equal educational opportunity, and protect fundamental rights; and (5) recognize the importance of multilingualism to vital American interests [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 07/09/2007 - Senate incorporated this measure in H.R.1 as an amendment. Bill TextA bill to make the United States more secure by implementing unfinished recommendations of the 9/11 Commission to fight the war on terror more effectively, to improve homeland security, and for other purposes. 3/13/2007--Passed Senate amended. (There is 1 other summary) Improving America's Security Act of 2007 - Provides for implementation of recommendations of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (9/11 Commission). Title I: Improving Intelligence and Information Sharing within the Federal Government and with State, Local, and Tribal Governments - Subtitle A: Homeland Security Information Sharing Enhancement - (Sec. 111) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (HSA) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) to administer the Homeland Security Advisory System to provide warnings regarding the risk of terrorist attacks on the homeland to federal, state, local, and tribal government authorities [...] show full description
Latest Action: 05/01/2007 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5435-5436) Bill TextA resolution designating April 30, 2007, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans", and for other purposes. 5/1/2007--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.) Designates April 30, 2007, as "Dia de Los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans."
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Latest Action: 06/19/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6726-6727) Bill TextCalling for the adoption of a Sensible, Multilateral American Response Terrorism (SMART) security platform for the 21st century. 3/7/2007--Introduced. Calls for the adoption of a Sensible, Multilateral American Response to Terrorism (SMART) security platform for the 21st century that: (1) prevents future acts of terrorism by strengthening international institutions and respect for the rule of law; (2) reduces the threat and stops the spread of weapons of mass destruction and reduces the proliferation of conventional weapons; (3) addresses root causes of terrorism and violent conflict; (4) shifts U.S. budget priorities to more effectively meet U.S. security needs; and (5) pursues to the fullest extent alternatives to war.
Also tagged in: Aggression, Anniversaries, Armed forces, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Defense policy, Democracy, Foreign policy, International affairs, Israel, Middle East and North Africa, Peace negotiations, Politics and government, Sovereignty, Terrorism
Latest Action: 04/28/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextRecognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. 4/24/2008--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.) Recognizes the historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of the State of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people. Reaffirms: (1) the bonds of friendship and cooperation which have existed between the United States and Israel for the past 60 years and commits to strengthening those bonds; and (2) support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence. Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic, democratic society in the [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 04/22/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. 4/22/2008--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 historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people. Reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic democratic society. Reaffirms support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence. Extends congratulations and best wishes to Israel and the Israeli people for a peaceful and successful future.
Latest Action: 04/28/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3453-3454; text of measure as passed Senate: CR S3453-3454; text of measure as introduced: CR S3448) Bill TextA resolution designating April 30, 2008, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans", and for other purposes. 4/28/2008--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.) Designates April 30, 2008, as Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans.
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Latest Action: 04/03/2008 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2444-2445) Bill TextA bill to establish the National Park Centennial Fund, and for other purposes. 4/3/2008--Introduced. National Park Centennial Fund Act - Establishes a revolving fund in the Treasury to be known as the National Park Centennial Fund, into which, not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, on October 1, 2008, and each October 1 thereafter through 2016, there shall be transferred, out of any funds in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $100 million to carry out this Act. Requires the annual budget submission of the President for the Department of the Interior to include a list of National Park Centennial proposals. Requires the list to include projects under the following initiatives: (1) an Education in Parks Centennial Initiative; (2) a Diversity in Parks Centennial Initiative; (3) a Supporting Park Professionals Centennial Initiative; (4) an Environmental Leadership Centennial Initiative; (5) a Natural Resource Protection Centennial Initiative; (6) [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 04/28/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3453-3454; text of measure as passed Senate: CR S3453-3454; text of measure as introduced: CR S3448) Bill TextA resolution designating April 30, 2008, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans", and for other purposes. 4/28/2008--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.) Designates April 30, 2008, as Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans.
Also tagged in: Aggression, Anniversaries, Armed forces, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Defense policy, Democracy, Foreign policy, International affairs, Israel, Middle East and North Africa, Peace negotiations, Politics and government, Sovereignty, Terrorism
Latest Action: 04/22/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. 4/22/2008--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 historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people. Reaffirms the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic democratic society. Reaffirms support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence. Extends congratulations and best wishes to Israel and the Israeli people for a peaceful and successful future.
Also tagged in: Budgets, Business, Communications, Continental shelf, Cultural property, Department of the Interior, Disabled, Education, Education of the disadvantaged, Elementary and secondary education, Employee training, Energy, Energy conservation, Environmental education, Environmental protection, Environmental technology, Executive departments, Federal employees, Gas in submerged lands, Government employees, Gulf of Mexico, Higher education, Humanities, Job training, Marine resources, Minorities, Minority employment, National parks, Natural resources, Nature conservation, Oil and gas leases, Oil and gas royalties, Oil well drilling, Petroleum in submerged lands, Politics and government, Postage stamps, Professional education, Public lands, Public-private partnerships, Restoration ecology, Revolving funds, Solid wastes, Sports, Technology, Tourism, Trails, Transportation, Transportation and the disabled, Water conservation, Water resources
Latest Action: 04/03/2008 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S2444-2445) Bill TextA bill to establish the National Park Centennial Fund, and for other purposes. 4/3/2008--Introduced. National Park Centennial Fund Act - Establishes a revolving fund in the Treasury to be known as the National Park Centennial Fund, into which, not later than 30 days after enactment of this Act, on October 1, 2008, and each October 1 thereafter through 2016, there shall be transferred, out of any funds in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated, $100 million to carry out this Act. Requires the annual budget submission of the President for the Department of the Interior to include a list of National Park Centennial proposals. Requires the list to include projects under the following initiatives: (1) an Education in Parks Centennial Initiative; (2) a Diversity in Parks Centennial Initiative; (3) a Supporting Park Professionals Centennial Initiative; (4) an Environmental Leadership Centennial Initiative; (5) a Natural Resource Protection Centennial Initiative; (6) [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 04/28/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextRecognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel. 4/24/2008--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.) Recognizes the historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of the State of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people. Reaffirms: (1) the bonds of friendship and cooperation which have existed between the United States and Israel for the past 60 years and commits to strengthening those bonds; and (2) support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence. Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic, democratic society in the [...] show full description
Latest Action: 05/01/2007 - Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5435-5436) Bill TextA resolution designating April 30, 2007, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans", and for other purposes. 5/1/2007--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.) Designates April 30, 2007, as "Dia de Los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans."
Also tagged in: Administration of justice, Air pollution, Air pollution control, Alternative energy sources, Armed forces, Arms control, Arms control agreements, Arms control verification, Arms sales, Arrest, Biological warfare, Chemical warfare, Civil liberties, Civil rights, Civil-military relations, Climate change, Collective security, Conventional weapons, Counterterrorism, Criminal justice, Debt relief, Defense budgets, Defense economics, Defense policy, Democracy, Developing countries, Diplomacy, Dispute settlement, Economic assistance, Economic development, Economic policy, Education, Elementary and secondary education, Energy, Energy security, Environmental protection, Europe, Export controls, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Fund raising, Greenhouse gases, Hazardous substances, Higher education, Human rights, Intelligence activities, International affairs, International agencies, International cooperation, International finance, International law, International military forces, International relief, Law, Law enforcement, Military assistance, National security, NATO countries, NATO military forces, Natural resources, No first use (Nuclear strategy), Nuclear nonproliferation, Nuclear security measures, Nuclear weapons, Nuclear weapons tests, Peace negotiations, Peacekeeping forces, Petroleum, Political violence, Politics and government, Rule of law, Russia, Sustainable development, Terrorism, Terrorists, Trade, United Nations, Uranium, War, War relief, Weapons of mass destruction, Weapons systems, Women, Women's education
Latest Action: 06/19/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H6726-6727) Bill TextCalling for the adoption of a Sensible, Multilateral American Response Terrorism (SMART) security platform for the 21st century. 3/7/2007--Introduced. Calls for the adoption of a Sensible, Multilateral American Response to Terrorism (SMART) security platform for the 21st century that: (1) prevents future acts of terrorism by strengthening international institutions and respect for the rule of law; (2) reduces the threat and stops the spread of weapons of mass destruction and reduces the proliferation of conventional weapons; (3) addresses root causes of terrorism and violent conflict; (4) shifts U.S. budget priorities to more effectively meet U.S. security needs; and (5) pursues to the fullest extent alternatives to war.
Latest Action: 01/30/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. Bill TextExpressing support for a National Week of Reflection and Tolerance. 1/30/2007--Introduced. Calls for establishment of a National Week of Reflection and Tolerance encouraging communities and institutions around the nation to engage in events and activities that are reflective, educational, celebratory, and healing as they relate to diversity among the people of the United States.
Also tagged in: Civil liberties, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Criminal justice, Equality before the law, Europe, Foreign policy, Germany, Government ethics, History, Human rights, International affairs, Jewish holocaust (1939-1945), Minorities, Nazism, Politics and government, Prejudice, Racism, Rule of law, Victims of crimes, War crimes, World War II
Latest Action: 02/05/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe. Bill TextExpressing the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice, reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the fight against intolerance and prejudice in any form, and honoring the legacy of transparent procedure, government accountability, the rule of law, the pursuit of justice, and the struggle for universal freedom and human rights. 1/5/2007--Introduced. Expresses the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice. States that: (1) the United States reaffirms its commitment to the fight against intolerance and prejudice; (2) Congress urges all members of the international community to honor those individuals of all races, creeds, and colors who were killed by the Nazis; and [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 01/04/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor. Bill TextEntitled the "English Plus Resolution". 1/4/2007--Introduced. Declares that the U.S. Government should pursue English-plus policies that: (1) encourage all residents of this country to become fully proficient in English by expanding educational opportunities and access to information technologies; (2) conserve and develop the Nation's linguistic resources by encouraging all residents of this country to learn or maintain skills in languages other than English; (3) assist Native Americans, Native Alaskans, Native Hawaiians, and other peoples indigenous to the United States in their efforts to prevent the extinction of their languages and cultures; (4) continue to provide services in languages other than English as needed to facilitate access to essential functions of government, promote public health and safety, ensure due process, promote equal educational opportunity, and protect fundamental rights; and (5) recognize the importance of multilingualism to vital American interests [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Administrative procedure, Airline passenger traffic, Airports, Alaska, Aliens, American Samoa, Appropriations, Armed forces, Auditing, Aviation safety, Biological warfare, Border patrols, Budgets, Business, Canada, Charities, Chemical warfare, Civil liberties, Communications, Confidential funding (Federal budgets), Congress, Congressional investigations, Congressional oversight, Congressional reporting requirements, Construction costs, Cost effectiveness, Counterterrorism, Criminal justice, Criminal justice information, Curricula, Customs administration, Data banks, Defense policy, Democracy, Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Disaster relief, Dismissal of employees, District of Columbia, Driver licenses, Drug abuse, Drug addiction, Drug law enforcement, Education, Electronic data interchange, Elementary and secondary education, Emergency communication systems, Emergency management, Employee training, English language, Executive departments, Extremist movements in politics, Federal advisory bodies, Federal aid to Indians, Federal aid to law enforcement, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal employees, Federal officials, Federal-local relations, Federal-state relations, Finance, Foreign policy, Foreign service, Government employees, Government information, Government publicity, Governmental investigations, Grants-in-aid, Guam, Hazardous substances, Higher education, Hours of labor, Human rights, Identification devices, Identification of criminals, Immigration, Indian law enforcement, Infrastructure, Infrastructure (Economics), Intelligence activities, Intelligence officers, Intermodal transportation, International affairs, International broadcasting, International cooperation, Internet, Islamic fundamentalism, Job training, Larceny, Law, Legislation, Local officials, Maryland, Mass rapid transit, Methamphetamine, Metropolitan areas, Minorities, Muslims, National Guard, New Jersey, New York City, Northern Mariana Islands, Nuclear security measures, Nuclear terrorism, Nuclear weapons, Passports, Performance measurement, Pipelines, Police training, Politics and government, Prisoners, Public-private partnerships, Railroad commuting traffic, Railroad freight operations, Railroad passenger traffic, Railroad safety, Religion, Right of privacy, Risk, Rural affairs, Rural crime, Scholarships, School security, Science policy, Security classification (Government documents), Smuggling, Social services, Standards, State and local government, State officials, Strategic planning, Technology, Telecommunication, Terrorism, Terrorists, Tourism, Trade, Traffic accidents and safety, Transfer of employees, Transportation, Transportation of hazardous substances, Transportation planning, Transportation safety, Travel, Tunnels, United Nations, Urban affairs, Urban areas, Virgin Islands, Visas, Weapons of mass destruction, Weapons systems, Web sites, Western Hemisphere
Latest Action: 07/09/2007 - Senate incorporated this measure in H.R.1 as an amendment. Bill TextA bill to make the United States more secure by implementing unfinished recommendations of the 9/11 Commission to fight the war on terror more effectively, to improve homeland security, and for other purposes. 3/13/2007--Passed Senate amended. (There is 1 other summary) Improving America's Security Act of 2007 - Provides for implementation of recommendations of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States (9/11 Commission). Title I: Improving Intelligence and Information Sharing within the Federal Government and with State, Local, and Tribal Governments - Subtitle A: Homeland Security Information Sharing Enhancement - (Sec. 111) Amends the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (HSA) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security (the Secretary) to administer the Homeland Security Advisory System to provide warnings regarding the risk of terrorist attacks on the homeland to federal, state, local, and tribal government authorities [...] show full description
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