Latest Action: 07/22/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7078-7079; text as passed Senate: CR S7078-7079; text of measure as introduced: CR S7077-7078)

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A concurrent resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the integration of the United States Armed Forces.

7/22/2008--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 integration of the Armed Forces.

Reaffirms the commitment of the federal government to ensuring diversity in the military.

Commends African-Americans, Hispanics, Asian-Americans, Native Americans, and service members of all races and nationalities for their achievements, sacrifices, and contributions to our Armed Forces in all conflicts in U.S. history in the face of discrimination, hostility, and other obstacles.

Latest Action: 07/14/2008 - Committee on Appropriations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Durbin. With written report No. 110-417.

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An original bill making appropriations for financial services and general government for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes. 7/14/2008--Reported to Senate without amendment.    (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2009 - Title I: Department of the Treasury - Department of the Treasury Appropriations Act, 2009 - Makes appropriations for FY2009 to the Department of the Treasury for: (1) departmental offices; (2) department-wide systems and capital investments programs; (3) the Office of Inspector General; (4) the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration; (5) the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network; (6) the Financial Management Service; (7) the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau; (8) the U.S. Mint for the U.S.[...]

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Latest Action: 09/16/2008 - Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment. Without written report.

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A bill to rename the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site in the State of Kentucky as the "Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park".

7/7/2008--Introduced.

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park Act of 2008 - Designates the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site in Kentucky as the "Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park."

Latest Action: 08/12/2008 - Signed by President.

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To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 42222 Rancho Las Palmas Drive in Rancho Mirage, California, as the "Gerald R. Ford Post Office Building".

8/12/2008--Public Law.    (There is 1 other summary)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 42222 Rancho Las Palmas Drive in Rancho Mirage, California, as the "Gerald R. Ford Post Office Building."

Latest Action: 05/20/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4554-4555; text as passed Senate: CR S4555; text of measure as introduced: CR S4495)

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A resolution recognizing the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, 36th President, designer of the Great Society, politician, educator, and civil rights enforcer.

5/20/2008--Passed Senate without amendment.    (There is 1 other summary)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

Declares that the Senate: (1) honors Lyndon B. Johnson for bringing about the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965; (2) extols his contributions to the United States; and (3) commends him for establishing the Medicare Act of 1965.

Recognizes the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th president, designer of the Great Society, politician, educator, and civil rights enforcer.

Latest Action: 05/21/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House.

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Recognizing the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, 36th President, designer of the Great Society, politician, educator, and civil rights enforcer.

5/20/2008--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.)

Declares that Congress reaffirms its support for the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Recognizes the significance of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and honors Lyndon B. Johnson for his work as a civil rights enforcer.

Latest Action: 05/16/2008 - Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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Recognizing the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, 36th President, designer of the Great Society, politician, educator, and civil rights enforcer.

5/16/2008--Introduced.

Declares that Congress: (1) honors Lyndon B. Johnson for passing the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965; (2) extols his contributions to the United States and his commitment to eliminating poverty in the War on Poverty through the Economic Opportunity Act; and (3) commends him for establishing the Medicare Act of 1965.

Recognizes the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, the 36th President and designer of the Great Society.

Latest Action: 05/06/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

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To direct the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study to determine the suitability and feasibility of including the Washington Family Legacy Lands of Jefferson County, West Virginia, as part of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park or designating the lands as a separate unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

5/1/2008--Introduced.

Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study relating to the Washington Family Legacy Lands in Jefferson County, West Virginia, which shall evaluate the national significance of such Lands and the suitability and feasibility of adding them as part of Harpers Ferry National Historical Park or designating them as a separate unit of the National Park System.

Latest Action: 09/26/2008 - Signed by President.

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To amend title 18, United States Code, to provide secret service protection to former Vice Presidents, and for other purposes. 9/26/2008--Public Law.    (There are 4 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on July 30, 2008. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Title I: Former Vice President Protection Act - Former Vice President Protection Act of 2008 - Amends the federal criminal code to provide secret service protection to former Vice Presidents, their spouses, and their children under 16 years of age for up to six months after a former Vice President leaves office. Authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to direct the Secret Service to provide temporary protection to former Vice Presidents and their family members at any time thereafter if warranted. Extends such protection to any Vice President holding office on or after the enactment of this Act. Title II: [...]

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Latest Action: 04/25/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.

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To redesignate the Federal building and United States Courthouse located at 200 East Wall Street in Midland, Texas, as the "George H. W. Bush and George W. Bush United States Courthouse and George Mahon Federal Building ".

4/24/2008--Introduced.

Redesignates the federal building and courthouse located at 200 East Wall Street in Midland, Texas, known as the George Mahon Federal Building, as the "George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush United States Courthouse and George Mahon Federal Building."

Latest Action: 04/16/2008 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Appropriations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee

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To prohibit assistance for the Carter Center located in Atlanta, Georgia.

4/16/2008--Introduced.

Coordinated American Response To Extreme Radicals Act - Prohibits funds from being made available for assistance to the Carter Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

Rescinds all amounts appropriated by the Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2008 for assistance to the Carter Center, and makes rescinded amounts available for assistance to U.S. victims of terrorism.

Latest Action: 04/16/2008 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Expressing the sense of Congress that former Presidents and high-ranking political figures should refrain from freelance diplomacy against the wishes of the current Government and stated United States foreign policy.

4/16/2008--Introduced.

Expresses solidarity with Israel and its democratic government.

Disapproves of former President Jimmy Carter's freelance diplomatic efforts in the Middle East which contradict the foreign policy position of the current Administration.

Calls on President Carter to cease all diplomatic efforts with recognized terrorist groups.

Condemns Hamas for its support of terrorism and the slaughter of Israeli civilians and states that it should follow the path of diplomacy to bring peace to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Latest Action: 09/17/2008 - Signed by President.

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A bill to designate the United States courthouse located at 225 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn, New York, as the "Theodore Roosevelt United States Courthouse".

9/17/2008--Public Law.    (There are 4 other summaries)

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Designates the U.S. courthouse located at 225 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn, New York, as the "Theodore Roosevelt United States Courthouse."

Latest Action: 03/14/2008 - Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee

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Commemorating the 25th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's Strategic Defense Initiative speech.

3/14/2008--Introduced.

Recognizes President Ronald Reagan's vision and efforts to promote peace and security. Commemorates the 25th anniversary of his Strategic Defense Initiative speech.

Latest Action: 06/05/2008 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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To designate the Federal building located at 4600 Silver Hill Road in Suitland, Maryland, as the "Thomas Jefferson Census Bureau Headquarters Building".

6/4/2008--Passed House 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.)

Designates the federal building located at 4600 Silver Hill Road in Suitland, Maryland, as the "Thomas Jefferson Census Bureau Headquarters Building."

Latest Action: 02/28/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

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To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to designate the President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home in Hope, Arkansas, as a National Historic Site and unit of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

2/27/2008--Introduced.

Directs the Secretary of the Interior, if the Clinton Birthplace Foundation, Inc. donates the William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home, to designate the William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home site as a National Historic Site and unit of the National Park System, to be known as the "President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site."

Latest Action: 07/15/2008 - Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

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Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the beginning of the integration of the Armed Forces.

7/14/2008--Passed House amended.    (There is 1 other summary)

Recognizes the 60th anniversary of President Truman's executive order declaring a policy of equality of treatment and opportunity for all persons in the armed services without regard to race, color, religion, or national origin, thereby beginning the process of ending segregation in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Latest Action: 04/24/2008 - Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

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Honoring Margaret Truman Daniel and her lifetime of accomplishments.

4/24/2008--Reported to 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.)

Honors Margaret Truman Daniel and her lifetime of accomplishments.

Latest Action: 09/15/2008 - Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy with an amendment. Without written report.

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To establish the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission.

2/6/2008--Introduced.

Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission Act - Establishes the Ronald Reagan Centennial Commission to: (1) plan and carry out activities to honor Ronald Reagan on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of his birth; (2) provide assistance to federal, state, and local governmental agencies and civic groups to carry out such activities; and (3) study other federal activities to honor Ronald Reagan, including the issuance of a postal stamp, the issuance of a $1 coin for one year, and the convening of a joint session of Congress.

Latest Action: 01/23/2008 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E61)

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Honoring the 100th anniversary of President Theodore Roosevelt's Conference of Governors, supporting the goals and ideals of that Conference, and recognizing the need for a similar undertaking today.

1/23/2008--Introduced.

Recognizes, celebrates, and acknowledges the goals and ideals that formed the impetus for President Roosevelt's Conference of Governors 100 years ago.

Calls on the federal government, states, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and U.S. citizens to consider future efforts to preserve for future generations the resources that support our current well-being.

Express support for the creation of a national plan to align the demands for economic development with the resources of the United States.

Latest Action: 09/16/2008 - Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with amendments. Without written report.

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A bill to revise the boundary of the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, and for other purposes.

1/22/2008--Introduced.

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site Boundary Revision Act - Adjusts the boundary of the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site in the state of New York to include approximately 261 acres of land identified as the "PROPOSED PARK BOUNDARY" as depicted on the "Boundary Map, Martin Van Buren National Historic Site," dated January 2005.

Authorizes the Secretary to acquire such lands and interests from a willing seller.

Latest Action: 02/25/2008 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

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To suspend the running of statutes of limitation for criminal prosecutions of individuals holding the offices of President and Vice President while they hold those offices.

11/14/2007--Introduced.

Executive Branch Prosecutions Act of 2007 - Excludes from any period of limitation for the bringing of a criminal action against an individual holding the office of President or Vice President the time during which such individual held either office.

Latest Action: 09/26/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

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To establish the James Madison Memorial Commission to develop a plan of action for the establishment and maintenance of a James Madison memorial in Washington, DC, and for other purposes.

9/24/2007--Introduced.

James Madison Memorial Commission Act of 2007 - Establishes the James Madison Memorial Commission to plan for the design and construction of a memorial in Washington, D.C., as a tribute to the many accomplishments of James Madison, who was the fourth President of the United States.

Latest Action: 10/30/2007 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

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To authorize the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site, in Lamar, Missouri, and for other purposes.

7/31/2007--Introduced.

Harry S Truman Birthplace Study Act - Directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a special resource study of the Harry S. Truman Birthplace State Historic Site in Lamar, Missouri.

Latest Action: 07/25/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9926-9927)

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A bill to authorize grants for contributions toward the establishment of the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library.

7/25/2007--Introduced.

Authorizes the Archivist of the National Archives and Records Administration to make grants to contribute funds toward the establishment in Staunton, Virginia, of a library to preserve and make available materials related to the life of President Woodrow Wilson and to provide interpretive and educational services that communicate the meaning of his life.

Requires non-federal matching funds of at least double the amount of the grant.

Prohibits the use of grant amounts for the maintenance or operation of such library.

Bars the Archivist from: (1) having any involvement in the actual operation of the library, except at the request of the non-federal entity responsible for its operation; and (2) making such grants after September 30, 2011.

Latest Action: 07/19/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

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To revise the boundary of Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, and for other purposes.

7/17/2007--Introduced.

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site Boundary Revision Act - Adjusts the boundary of the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site in the State of New York to include approximately 261 acres of land identified as the "PROPOSED PARK BOUNDARY" as depicted on the "Boundary Map, Martin Van Buren National Historic Site," dated January 2005.

Authorizes the Secretary to acquire such lands and interests from a willing seller.

Latest Action: 07/23/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 553.

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Mourning the passing of former First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson, and celebrating her life and contributions to the people of the United States.

7/23/2007--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.)

Honors the life of former First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson.

Latest Action: 06/18/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1321)

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Honoring the esteemed former President William Jefferson Clinton on the occasion of his 61st birthday.

6/18/2007--Introduced.

Honors former President William Jefferson Clinton on the occasion of his 61st birthday on August 19, 2007.

Latest Action: 06/25/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law.

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To keep faith with the thousands of Iraqi nationals who have risked everything by assisting and working for the United States Government and United States Armed Forces in Iraq, and for other purposes. 5/24/2007--Introduced. President Gerald R. Ford Iraqi Ally and Refugee Responsibility Memorial Act of 2007 - States that the United States: (1) accepts responsibility for the welfare and safety of Iraqis and their immediate family members who, as a consequence of working for or assisting the U.S. government or the U.S. Armed Forces, have become internally displaced or refugees or have a well-grounded fear of persecution or physical harm; and (2) will assist all Iraq refugees, including internally displaced Iraqis, and acknowledges that U.S. actions contributed to the refugee problem that developed subsequent to the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq in 2003. Directs the President to report to the appropriate congressional committees respecting: (1) the number of Iraqis who have [...]

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Latest Action: 05/24/2007 - Message on Senate action sent to the House.

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Authorizing the printing of a commemorative document in memory of the late President of the United States, Gerald Rudolph Ford.

5/23/2007--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 printing of a commemorative document in memory of Gerald Rudolph Ford, former President of the United States, as a House document.

Authorizes the printing of additional copies of such documents for use by the House and the Senate.

Latest Action: 09/25/2007 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

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To authorize grants for contributions toward the establishment of the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library. 9/24/2007--Passed House without amendment.    (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Authorizes the Archivist of the National Archives and Records Administration to make grants to contribute funds toward the establishment in Staunton, Virginia, of a library to preserve and make available materials related to the life of President Woodrow Wilson and to provide interpretive and educational services that communicate the meaning of his life. Permits a grant to be made under this Act only from funds appropriated to the Archivist specifically for that purpose. Requires non-federal matching funds of at least double the amount of the grant. Specifies this Act's effect in relation to other Woodrow Wilson [...]

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Latest Action: 06/14/2007 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

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To establish the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area, and for other purposes. 3/21/2007--Introduced. Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area Act - Establishes the Abraham Lincoln National Heritage Area in Illinois. Designates the Looking for Lincoln Heritage Coalition as the management entity for the Area. Allows the Coalition, using funds made available under this Act, to prepare a management plan for the Area and reports, studies, interpretive exhibits and programs, historic preservation projects, and other activities recommended in the plan. Prohibits the Coalition from using Federal funds received under this Act to acquire real property. Directs the Coalition to submit to the Secretary of the Interior a management plan reviewed by participating units of government within the Area's boundaries which shall, among other things: (1) contain a comprehensive program for conservation, interpretation, funding, management, and development and historical,[...]

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Latest Action: 06/20/2007 - Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Lieberman without amendment. Without written report.

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A bill to amend chapter 22 of title 44, United States Code, popularly known as the Presidential Records Act, to establish procedures for the consideration of claims of constitutionally based privilege against disclosure of Presidential records. 6/20/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment.    (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Presidential Records Act Amendments of 2007 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Presidential Records Act to require the Archivist of the United States, when making available any presidential record not previously made available publicly, to: (1) promptly provide written notice of such determination to the former President during whose term of office the record was created and the incumbent President; and (2) make the notice available to the public. Requires such a record to be made available upon the [...]

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Latest Action: 06/20/2007 - Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Lieberman without amendment. Without written report.

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To amend chapter 22 of title 44, United States Code, popularly known as the Presidential Records Act, to establish procedures for the consideration of claims of constitutionally based privilege against disclosure of Presidential records. 6/20/2007--Reported to Senate without amendment.    (There are 3 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on March 9, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Presidential Records Act Amendments of 2007 - (Sec. 2) Amends the Presidential Records Act to require the Archivist of the United States, when making available any presidential record not previously made available publicly, to: (1) promptly provide written notice of such determination to the former President during whose term of office the record was created and the incumbent President; and (2) make the notice available to the public. Requires such a record to be made available upon the [...]

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Latest Action: 03/06/2008 - Subcommittee Hearings Held.

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To amend the Adams National Historical Park Act of 1998 to include the Quincy Homestead within the boundary of the Adams National Historical Park, and for other purposes.

2/7/2007--Introduced.

Adams National Historical Park Boundary Addition Act of 2007 - Amends the Adams National Historical Park Act of 1998 to revise the boundary of Adams National Historical Park to include the Quincy Homestead and carriage shed at 34 Butler Road in Quincy, Massachusetts, within the Park.

Latest Action: 02/06/2007 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1653-1654 text: CR S1653-1654 text of measure as introduced: CR S1652)

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A resolution designating February 6, 2007, as "Ronald Reagan Day".

2/6/2007--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 February 6, 2007, as Ronald Reagan Day.

Latest Action: 01/23/2007 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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A bill to designate the headquarters building of the Department of Education in Washington, DC, as the Lyndon Baines Johnson Federal Building.

1/23/2007--Introduced.

Designates the headquarters building of the Department of Education in Washington, DC, as the "Lyndon Baines Johnson Federal Building."

Latest Action: 03/23/2007 - Signed by President.

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To designate the Federal building located at 400 Maryland Avenue Southwest in the District of Columbia as the 'Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building'.

3/23/2007--Public Law.    (There are 4 other summaries)

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on February 16, 2007. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Designates the federal building located at 400 Maryland Avenue Southwest in the District of Columbia as the "Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building."