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Biography
MARTINEZ, Melquiades R. (Mel), a Senator from Florida; born in Sagua La Grande, Cuba, on October 23, 1946; immigrated to the United States in 1962; lived with foster families until reunited with his family in Orlando, Fla., in 1966; J.D., College of Law, Florida State University 1973; practiced law in Orlando, Fla., for twenty-five years; secretary, Department of Housing and Urban Development 2001-2005; elected as a Republican to the U.S. Senate in 2004 for term ending January 3, 2011.
Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
S.2838A bill to amend chapter 1 of title 9 of United States Code with respect to arbitration.
10/01/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment. With written report No. ...
S.3241A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1717 Orange Avenu...09/30/2008Signed by President.
S.3621A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize extended benefits for certain autistic...09/26/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S.3579A bill to encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to a...09/25/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.RES.679A resolution commemorating the 219th anniversary of the United States Marshals Service.
09/24/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9424)
S.RES.669A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding Hispanic scientists in the ...09/22/2008Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduce...
S.2359A bill to establish the St. Augustine 450th Commemoration Commission, and for other purposes.
09/16/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
S.3340A bill to provide for the resolution of several land ownership and related issues with respect to...07/26/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S.3161A bill to name the Department of Veterans Affairs spinal cord injury center in Tampa, Florida, as...06/19/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.3164A bill to amend tile XVIII of the Social Security Act to reduce fraud under the Medicare program....06/19/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.CON.RES.90A concurrent resolution honoring the members of the United States Air Force who were killed in th...06/12/2008Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5634)
S.RES.582A resolution recognizing the work and accomplishments of Mr. Herbert Saffir, inventor of the Saff...06/04/2008Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5047-5048)
S.RES.573A resolution recognizing Cuba Solidarity Day and the struggle of the Cuban people as they continu...05/21/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2845A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to require asset verification through access...04/10/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2777A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Oscar Elias Biscet, in recognition of his coura...03/13/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure...
S.2655A bill to provide relief for veterans with a disability rated as total.
02/15/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance under authority of the order of the Senate of...
S.2603A bill to amend title XI and XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide increased civil and crim...02/07/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2360A bill to develop a national system of oversight of States for sexual misconduct in the elementar...11/15/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.2193A bill to provide for a 5-year SCHIP reauthorization for coverage of low-income children, an exp...10/18/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.340A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding Hispanic scientists in the ...10/01/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2067A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act relating to recreational vessels.
09/18/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
S.1355A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat spaceports like airports under the exe...05/10/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5932-5933)
S.1009A bill to amend part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to improv...03/28/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4055-4056)
S.929A bill to streamline the regulation of nonadmitted insurance and reinsurance, and for other purpo...03/20/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.930A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit against tax for hurricane a...03/20/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.931A bill to establish the National Hurricane Research Initiative to improve hurricane preparedness,...03/20/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S.876A bill to exclude from admission to the United States aliens who have made investments contributi...03/14/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.787A bill to impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule relating to the Federal...03/07/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.397A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow individuals a refundable credit agains...01/25/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.371A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to clarify the house parent exemption to cer...01/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1058-1059)


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
S.1382A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of an Amyotrophic ...10/08/2008Became Public Law No: 110-373.
S.2579A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of t...10/03/2008Received in the House.
S.3598A bill to amend titles 46 and 18, United States Code, with respect to the operation of submersibl...10/03/2008Presented to President.
S.1738A bill to require the Department of Justice to develop and implement a National Strategy Child Ex...10/02/2008Presented to President.
S.3073A bill to amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act to improve procedures for...10/02/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
S.RES.700A resolution congratulating Michael Phelps and the members and coaches of the United States Olymp...09/30/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.660A resolution condemning ongoing sales of arms to belligerents in Sudan, including the Government ...09/27/2008Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
S.RES.693A resolution recognizing the month of November 2008 as "National Homeless Youth Awareness Month"....09/27/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.514A bill to extend Federal recognition to the Muscogee Nation of Florida.
09/25/2008Committee on Indian Affairs. Hearings held.
S.3406A bill to restore the intent and protections of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
09/25/2008Signed by President.
S.RES.682A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Hisp...09/24/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.3547A bill to establish in the Federal Bureau of Investigation the Nationwide Mortgage Fraud Coordina...09/23/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.RES.651A resolution honoring the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on the 50th anniversary o...09/22/2008Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text:...
S.RES.676A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week.
09/22/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.3526A bill to enhance drug trafficking interdiction by creating a Federal felony relating to operatin...09/18/2008Introduced in the Senate. Read the first time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under Read t...
S.RES.656A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the terrorist attacks committed against...09/11/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2998A bill to require accurate and reasonable disclosure of the terms and conditions of prepaid telep...09/10/2008Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Hearings held.
S.RES.622A resolution designating the week beginning September 7, 2008, as "National Historically Black Co...09/08/2008Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.3427A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a credit for hurricane mitigation ex...08/01/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.627A resolution welcoming home Keith Stansell, Thomas Howes, and Marc Gonsalves, three citizens of ...08/01/2008Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8015)
S.J.RES.41A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom ...08/01/2008By Senator Baucus from Committee on Finance filed written report. Report No. 110-444.
S.3298A bill to clarify the circumstances during which the Administrator of the Environmental Protectio...07/31/2008Became Public Law No: 110-299.
S.RES.636A resolution recognizing the strategic success of the troop surge in Iraq and expressing gratitud...07/31/2008Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7973)
S.RES.641A resolution congratulating the Focus on the Family radio program for its induction into the Nati...07/31/2008Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S.3366A bill to protect, conserve, and restore native fish, wildlife, and their natural habitats at nat...07/30/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7782-7783)
S.2766A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to address certain discharges incidental ...07/29/2008Signed by President.
S.3356A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the legacy of t...07/29/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.3344A bill to defend against child exploitation and child pornography through improved Internet Crime...07/28/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 906.
S.RES.621A resolution honoring and commemorating the selfless acts of heroism displayed by the late Detect...07/23/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2774A bill to provide for the appointment of additional Federal circuit and district judges, and for ...07/21/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment. With written report No. ...
S.2120A bill to authorize the establishment of a Social Investment and Economic Development Fund for th...07/15/2008Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Biden without amendment. With written report ...
S.2730A bill to facilitate the participation of private capital and skills in the strategic, economic, ...07/15/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Date of scheduled hearing. SD-366. 10:00 a.m.
S.RES.611A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the crisis in Zimbabwe, and for other purposes...07/14/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.608A resolution relative to the death of Jesse Alexander Helms, Jr., former United States Senator fo...07/08/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
S.254A bill to award posthumously a Congressional gold medal to Constantino Brumidi.
07/01/2008Signed by President.
S.682A bill to award a congressional gold medal to Edward William Brooke III in recognition of his unp...07/01/2008Signed by President.
S.3202A bill to address record high gas prices at the pump, and for other purposes.
06/27/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 854.
S.2159A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the 50th annive...06/20/2008Received in the House.
S.3152A bill to provide for a comprehensive study by the National Research Council of the National Acad...06/18/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5760)
S.2262A bill to authorize the Preserve America Program and Save America's Treasures Program, and for ot...06/16/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
S.2804A bill to adjust the boundary of the Everglades National Park, and for other purposes.
06/16/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
S.1143A bill to designate the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and the surrounding Federal land in the State of...06/11/2008Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5530)
S.3111A bill to implement equal protection under the 14th article of amendment to the Constitution for ...06/11/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.3098A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions, and for ...06/09/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 771.
S.3091A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt negative pressure wound therapy ...06/05/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.3080A bill to ensure parity between the temporary duty imposed on ethanol and tax credits provided on...06/04/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5041-5042)
S.RES.550A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding provocative and dangerous statements ma...06/03/2008Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.RES.580A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapo...06/02/2008Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4894)
S.3070A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the centennial ...05/22/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.RES.579A resolution designating the week beginning May 26, 2008, as "National Hurricane Preparedness Wee...05/22/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.482A resolution designating July 26, 2008, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".
05/20/2008Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4443-4444)
S.RES.571A resolution recognizing the 100th birthday of Lyndon Baines Johnson, 36th President, designer of...05/20/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.961A bill to amend title 46, United States Code, to provide benefits to certain individuals who serv...05/07/2008Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
S.RES.548A resolution recognizing the accomplishments of the members and alumni of AmeriCorps and the cont...05/01/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3721)
S.2938A bill to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, to improve educational assistance for membe...04/29/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.934A bill to amend the Florida National Forest Land Management Act of 2003 to authorize the conveyan...04/22/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests. Hearings held...
S.RES.522A resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and r...04/22/2008Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
S.RES.528A resolution designating April 25, 2008, as "Global Youth Service Day".
04/22/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.519A resolution welcoming Pope Benedict XVI to the United States and recognizing the unique insights...04/18/2008Star Print ordered on the resolution.
S.2878A bill to amend the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 to provide for specifie...04/17/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.2890A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a highway fuel tax holiday.
04/17/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3161-3162)
S.2860A bill to diminish predatory lending by enhancing appraisal quality and standards, to improve app...04/15/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.RES.470A resolution calling on the relevant governments, multilateral bodies, and non-state actors in Ch...04/14/2008Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2982-2...
S.1921A bill to amend the American Battlefield Protection Act of 1996 to extend the authorization for t...04/10/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
S.2220A bill to amend the Outdoor Recreation Act of 1963 to authorize certain appropriations.
04/10/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
S.2835A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the purchase of health insurance with ...04/09/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.970A bill to impose sanctions on Iran and on other countries for assisting Iran in developing a nucl...04/08/2008Committee on Finance. Hearings held.
S.2821A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the limited continuation of clea...04/03/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.501A resolution honoring the sacrifice of the members of the United States Armed Forces who have bee...04/03/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-N...
S.2792A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the deduction for the travel expense...04/01/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.495A resolution designating April 2008 as "Financial Literacy Month".
04/01/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.485A resolution relative to the death of Howard Metzenbaum, former United States Senator for the Sta...03/14/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.488A resolution designating the week beginning March 16, 2008, as "National Safe Place Week".
03/14/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.480A resolution recognizing the strategic importance of the African continent and welcoming the esta...03/12/2008Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2009)
S.RES.476A resolution designating March 25, 2008, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebratio...03/07/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2681A bill to require the issuance of medals to recognize the dedication and valor of Native American...02/29/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1432)
S.RES.466A resolution honoring the life of William F. Buckley, Jr.
02/29/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2667A bill to direct the Attorney General to make an annual grant to the A Child Is Missing Alert and...02/26/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.RES.459A resolution expressing the strong support of the Senate for the North Atlantic Treaty Organizati...02/25/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1143-1144)
S.2650A bill to provide for a 5-year carryback of certain net operating losses and to suspend the 90 pe...02/14/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1067)
S.2627A bill to provide for a biennial budget process and a biennial appropriations process and to enha...02/13/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S971-972)
S.2631A bill to award a congressional gold medal to Daw Aung San Suu Kyi in recognition of her courageo...02/13/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S979-980)
S.RES.450A resolution designating July 26, 2008, as "National Day of the Cowboy".
02/13/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S984)
S.RES.446A resolution relative to the death of Representative Tom Lantos, of California.
02/12/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
S.RES.449A resolution condemning in the strongest possible terms President of Iran Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's s...02/12/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S922)
S.2596A bill to rescind funds appropriated by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008, for the City ...02/11/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 570.
S.2619A bill to protect innocent Americans from violent crime in national parks.
02/11/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 573.
S.2614A bill to facilitate the development, demonstration, and implementation of technology for the use...02/08/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S818-819)
S.RES.432A resolution urging the international community to provide the United Nations-African Union Missi...02/08/2008Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S820)
S.2610A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require the establishment of a searchable databa...02/07/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S.2595A bill to create a national licensing system for residential mortgage loan originators, to develo...02/06/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S734-735)
S.2144A bill to require the Secretary of Energy to conduct a study of feasibility relating to the const...01/31/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held.
S.2575A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to remove certain limitations on the transfer of en...01/30/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S.2566A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a Federal income tax credit for cert...01/29/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2400A bill to amend title 37, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Defense to continue to ...01/23/2008Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
S.RES.420A resolution commending Martin P. Paone
01/22/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.597A bill to amend title 39, United States Code, to extend the authority of the United States Postal...12/21/2007Signed by President.
S.RES.410A resolution designating February 17, 2008, as "Race Day in America" and highlighting the 50th ru...12/19/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.CON.RES.53A concurrent resolution condemning the kidnapping and hostage-taking of 3 United States citizens ...12/19/2007Received in the House.
S.2495A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, and the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure with re...12/18/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S15913-15914)
S.2498A bill to authorize the minting of a coin to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the founding of...12/18/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S15916-15917)
S.RES.409A resolution commending the service of the Honorable Trent Lott, a Senator from the State of Miss...12/18/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.405A resolution recognizing the life and contributions of Henry John Hyde.
12/13/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2460A bill to extend by one year the moratorium on implementation of a rule relating to the Federal-S...12/12/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S15248-15249)
S.RES.402A resolution recognizing the life and contributions of Henry John Hyde.
12/12/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S15251)
S.J.RES.27A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to th...12/11/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.J.RES.26A joint resolution supporting a base Defense Budget that at the very minimum matches 4 percent of...12/07/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
S.RES.392A resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of Everglades National Park.
12/06/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2408A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require physician utilization of the Me...12/05/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S14788-14789)
S.1661A bill to communicate United States travel policies and improve marketing and other activities de...11/27/2007Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye under authority of...
S.RES.367A resolution commemorating the 40th anniversary of the mass movement for Soviet Jewish freedom an...11/16/2007Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.2358A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit human-animal hybrids.
11/15/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S14490-14491)
S.2372A bill to amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify the tariffs on cert...11/15/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2348A bill to ensure control over the United States border and to strengthen enforcement of the immig...11/14/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 486.
S.RES.378A resolution recognizing and thanking all military families for the tremendous sacrifices and con...11/14/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.CON.RES.51A concurrent resolution supporting "Lights On Afterschool!", a national celebration of after scho...11/14/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary Education.
S.2106A bill to provide nationwide subpoena authority for actions brought under the September 11 Victim...11/08/2007Signed by President.
S.RES.371A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the issuance of State driver's licenses...11/08/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S14201)
S.2310A bill to establish a National Catastrophic Risks Consortium and a National Homeowners' Insurance...11/06/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.2294A bill to strengthen immigration enforcement and border security and for other purposes.
11/02/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 465.
S.2063A bill to establish a Bipartisan Task Force for Responsible Fiscal Action, to assure the economic...10/31/2007Committee on the Budget. Hearings held.
S.2201A bill to provide for the penalty-free use of retirement funds for mortgage delinquency relief. ...10/22/2007Star Print ordered on the bill.
S.J.RES.22A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United St...10/22/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S13200-13201)
S.RES.353A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the importance of a sovereign, democrat...10/18/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.456A bill to increase and enhance law enforcement resources committed to investigation and prosecuti...10/17/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Healthy Families and Communities.
S.474A bill to award a congressional gold medal to Michael Ellis DeBakey, M.D.
10/16/2007Signed by President.
S.2170A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the treatment of qualified restaurant...10/16/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.342A resolution recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and celebrating the heritage and culture of Hisp...10/02/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2119A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of veterans who be...10/01/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.2123A bill to provide collective bargaining rights for public safety officers employed by States or t...10/01/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.2075A bill to ensure that women seeking an abortion receive an ultrasound and the opportunity to revi...09/20/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.CON.RES.47A concurrent resolution recognizing the 60th anniversary of the United States Air Force as an ind...09/18/2007Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11667-11668)
S.2056A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to restore financial stability to Medicare...09/17/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11592-11593)
S.RES.315A resolution to express the sense of the Senate that General David H. Petraeus, Commanding Genera...09/11/2007Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11418)
S.RES.306A resolution concerning the return of Senator Tim Johnson.
09/05/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.J.RES.16A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom ...08/29/2007By Senator Baucus from Committee on Finance filed written report under authority of the order of ...
S.1995A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce the tax on beer to its pre-1991 level...08/03/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.1935A bill to establish a Commission on Congressional Budgetary Accountability and Review of Federal ...08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
S.1936A bill to provide for a plebiscite on the future status of Puerto Rico.
08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S.1944A bill to provide justice for victims of state-sponsored terrorism.
08/02/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10793)
S.1958A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to ensure and foster continued patient qua...08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.1962A bill to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to authorize a regional water enhancement program i...08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
S.1963A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow bonds guaranteed by the Federal home l...08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10806)
S.1984A bill to strengthen immigration enforcement and border security and for other purposes.
08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.1677A bill to amend the Exchange Rates and International Economic Coordination Act of 1988 and for ot...08/01/2007Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Date of scheduled consideration. SD-538. 9:30 a.m.
S.RES.291A resolution designating the week beginning September 9, 2007, as "National Historically Black Co...08/01/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.236A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the National Anthem Project, which has worked to ...07/31/2007Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.1895A bill to aid and support pediatric involvement in reading and education.
07/30/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10315)
S.1430A bill to authorize State and local governments to direct divestiture from, and prevent investmen...07/26/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10141-10142)
S.1886A bill to provide a refundable and advanceable credit for health insurance through the Internal R...07/26/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.1606A bill to provide for the establishment of a comprehensive policy on the care and management of w...07/25/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9858)
S.1865A bill to provide for mandatory availability of life insurance that does not preclude future lawf...07/24/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.761A bill to invest in innovation and education to improve the competitiveness of the United States ...07/19/2007Senate incorporated this measure in H.R. 2272 as an amendment. (consideration: CR S9574)
S.RES.226A resolution recognizing the month of November 2007 as "National Homeless Youth Awareness Month"....07/16/2007Star Print ordered on the resolution.
S.RES.271A resolution honoring Lady Bird Johnson.
07/13/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1748A bill to prevent the Federal Communications Commission from repromulgating the fairness doctrine...06/29/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measu...
S.RES.243A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Clean Beaches Week and the considerable ...06/20/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1627A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend and expand the benefits for businesse...06/14/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.229A resolution honoring William Clifton France.
06/07/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.220A resolution honoring the life of Senator Craig Thomas.
06/05/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1509A bill to improve United States hurricane forecasting, monitoring, and warning capabilities, and ...05/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6869-6870)
S.RES.211A resolution expressing the profound concerns of the Senate regarding the transgression against f...05/24/2007Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.RES.217A resolution designating the week beginning May 20, 2007, as "National Hurricane Preparedness Wee...05/24/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.37A bill to enhance the management and disposal of spent nuclear fuel and high-level radioactive wa...05/23/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6551-6553)
S.15A bill to establish a new budget process to create a comprehensive plan to rein in spending, redu...05/22/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6463-6464)
S.1385A bill to designate the United States courthouse facility located at 301 North Miami Avenue, Miam...05/14/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6065)
S.CON.RES.29A concurrent resolution encouraging the recognition of the Negro Baseball Leagues and their playe...05/14/2007Received in the House.
S.1312A bill to amend the National Labor Relations Act to ensure the right of employees to a secret-bal...05/08/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 141.
S.RES.177A resolution designating April 30, 2007, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans", and ...05/01/2007Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5435-5436)
S.1239A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the new markets tax credit through 20...04/26/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.175A resolution recognizing the 59th anniversary of the independence of the State of Israel.
04/26/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1175A bill to end the use of child soldiers in hostilities around the world, and for other purposes. ...04/24/2007Committee on the Judiciary. Hearings held.
S.RES.165A resolution relative to the death of Representative Juanita Millender-McDonald, of California. ...04/23/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.RES.157A resolution extending the best wishes of the Senate to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and ex...04/18/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.158A resolution designating April 20, 2007, as "National and Global Youth Service Day".
04/18/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...