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HUTCHISON, Kathyrn Ann Bailey (Kay), a Senator from Texas; born in Galveston, Tex., July 22, 1943; attended the public schools in La Marque, Tex., graduated, University of Texas at Austin; graduated, University of Texas School of Law 1967; television reporter; member, Texas house of representatives 1972-1976; vice-chair, National Transportation Safety Board 1976-1978; bank executive and general counsel; businesswoman; unsuccessful Republican candidate for election to the House of Representatives 1982; Texas state treasurer 1990-1993; temporary co-chair, Republican National Convention 1992; elected as a Republican to the United States Senate in June 5, 1993, special election to fill the remainder of the term ending January 3, 1995, left vacant by the resignation of Lloyd M. Bentsen, Jr.;

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Bills Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
S.2507A bill to address the digital television transition in border states.
07/17/2008Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment ...
S.3262A bill to reauthorize the women's entrepreneurial development programs of the Small Business Admi...07/14/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
S.3209A bill to amend title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable...06/26/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of meas...
S.CON.RES.91A concurrent resolution honoring Army Specialist Monica L. Brown, of Lake Jackson, Texas, extendi...06/20/2008Received in the House.
S.2255A bill to amend the National Trails System Act to provide for studies of the Chisholm Trail and G...06/17/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Senate Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
S.3031A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to limit the use of ethanol to meet the renewable fuel standard...05/19/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
S.2972A bill to reauthorize and modernize the Federal Aviation Administration.
05/06/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 726.
S.CON.RES.71A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the presentation of...04/15/2008Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H2299)
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.2550A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from ...01/23/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.2536A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from ...01/22/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S96-97)
S.2425A bill to require the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary Commerce to submit reports to...12/06/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S.2363A bill making appropriations for military construction, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and r...11/16/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 511.
S.2233A bill to provide a permanent deduction for States and local general sales taxes.
10/26/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 447.
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.1596A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 103 South Getty S...09/28/2007Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
S.RES.336A resolution recognizing and honoring the 20 years of service and contributions of Dr. James Hadl...09/27/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2019A bill to prohibit the imposition and collection of tolls on certain highways constructed using F...09/05/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
S.1807A bill to establish the Weather Mitigation Advisory and Research Board, and for other purposes. ...07/17/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
S.RES.267A resolution honoring the life of renowned painter and writer Tom Lea on the 100th anniversary of...07/10/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.246A resolution congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the National Basketball Association...06/20/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1647A bill to amend title II of the Social Security Act to repeal the windfall elimination provision ...06/19/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.169A resolution recognizing Susan G. Komen for the Cure on its leadership in the breast cancer movem...04/24/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1001A bill to restore Second Amendment rights in the District of Columbia.
03/28/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 95.
S.1020A bill to move toward energy independence through a coordinated development of renewable energy s...03/28/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
S.RES.104A resolution commending the national explosives detection canine team program for 35 years of ser...03/09/2007Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduce...
S.406A bill to ensure local governments have the flexibility needed to enhance decision-making regardi...01/26/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
S.407A bill to amend the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991 to designate a porti...01/26/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
S.370A bill to designate the headquarters building of the Department of Education in Washington, DC, a...01/23/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
S.180A bill to provide a permanent deduction for State and local general sales taxes.
01/04/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S167)
S.181A bill to provide permanent tax relief from the marriage penalty.
01/04/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S167)
S.190A bill to provide a technical correction to the Pension Protection Act of 2006.
01/04/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.191A bill to provide relief for all air carriers with pension plans that are not frozen pension plan...01/04/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.


Bills Co-Sponsored
Bill name Last Action
S.294A bill to reauthorize Amtrak, and for other purposes.
07/23/2008Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill and House ...
S.J.RES.41A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom ...07/23/2008Committee on Finance. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
S.901A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the Community Health Centers program...07/22/2008Message on Senate action sent to the House.
S.3293A bill to provide financial aid to local law enforcement officials along the Nation's borders, an...07/21/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6974-6975)
S.3272A bill to make emergency supplemental appropriations for the National Institutes of Health for th...07/16/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6872)
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.1738A bill to establish a Special Counsel for Child Exploitation Prevention and Interdiction within t...07/07/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy with an amendment in the nature of a substi...
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.3159A bill to require Congress to specify the source of authority under the United States Constitutio...06/19/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.3167A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the conditions under which veterans, the...06/19/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5837-5838)
S.617A bill to make the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass available at a discount to ...06/16/2008Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Bingaman with an amendment in the ...
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.RES.595A resolution designating September 2008 as "Gospel Music Heritage Month" and honoring gospel musi...06/16/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.590A resolution celebrating the 233rd birthday of the Army and commending the men and women of the A...06/10/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1965A bill to protect children from cybercrimes, including crimes by online predators, to enhance eff...06/03/2008Received in the House.
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.3073A bill to amend the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act to improve procedures for...05/22/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4805)
S.RES.567A resolution designating June 2008 as "National Internet Safety Month".
05/22/2008Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
S.431A bill to require convicted sex offenders to register online identifiers, and for other purposes....05/21/2008Received in the House.
S.3038A bill to amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to extend the adoption incentives p...05/20/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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.RES.564A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding oversight of the Internet Corporation f...05/14/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4185-4186)
S.RES.557A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day.
05/08/2008Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduce...
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.2973A bill to promote the energy security of the United States, and for other purposes.
05/06/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 727.
S.2958A bill to promote the energy security of the United States, and for other purposes.
05/01/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3710-3712)
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.2919A bill to promote the accurate transmission of network traffic identification information.
04/24/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3407-3408)
S.1551A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to making progress toward the goal of ...04/22/2008By Senator Kennedy from Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions filed written report....
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.519A resolution welcoming Pope Benedict XVI to the United States and recognizing the unique insights...04/18/2008Star Print ordered on the resolution.
S.2867A bill to authorize additional resources to identify and eliminate illicit sources of firearms sm...04/15/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3031-3032)
S.RES.513A resolution congratulating the Army Reserve on its centennial, which will be formally celebrated...04/14/2008Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
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.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.579A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize the Director of the National Institute...04/03/2008Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Reported by Senator Kennedy with an amendmen...
S.2818A bill to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Public Health Service...04/03/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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.2799A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand and improve health care services availabl...04/02/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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.694A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations to reduce the incidence of ...03/13/2008Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with an amendment ...
S.2785A bill to amend title XVIII of the Security Act to preserve access to physicians' services under ...03/13/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2734A bill to aid families and neighborhoods facing home foreclosure and address the subprime mortgag...03/11/2008Star Print ordered on the bill.
S.2729A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to modify Medicare physician reimbursement...03/06/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1706-1707)
S.12A bill to promote home ownership, manufacturing, and economic growth.
03/03/2008Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 587.
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.2668A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to remove cell phones from listed property unde...02/26/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S1203)
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.2632A bill to ensure that the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act is applied retroactively...02/13/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S980-981)
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.2608A bill to make improvements to the Small Business Act.
02/07/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S790-791)
S.2587A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for compensation to States incarce...01/31/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S549-550)
S.2588A bill to require that funds awarded to States and political subdivisions for the State Criminal ...01/31/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S549-550)
S.2579A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in recognition and celebration of t...01/30/2008Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S497-498)
S.2543A bill to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit taking minors across State lines in cir...01/22/2008Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.389A resolution commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the United States Air Force Space Command head...12/19/2007Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S16056)
S.RES.411A resolution honoring the life and recognizing the accomplishments of Texas civil rights pioneer ...12/19/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
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.543A bill to improve Medicare beneficiary access by extending the 60 percent compliance threshold us...12/12/2007S.AMDT.3832 Referred to the Committee on Finance.
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.2369A bill to amend title 35, United States Code, to provide that certain tax planning inventions are...11/15/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S14491-14492, S14492-14493)
S.RES.384A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Mont...11/15/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.2326A bill to improve the safety of motorcoaches, and for other purposes.
11/14/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S14394-14395)
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.2085A bill to delay for 6 months the requirement to use of tamper-resistant prescription pads under t...11/08/2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
S.522A bill to safeguard the economic health of the United States and the health and safety of the Uni...11/07/2007Committee on the Judiciary. Hearings held.
S.2319A bill to ensure the continued and future availability of life saving trauma health care in the U...11/07/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
S.2289A bill to amend chapter 111 of title 28, United States Code, to limit the duration of Federal con...11/01/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
S.2277A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitation on the issuance of q...10/31/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.2257A bill to impose sanctions on officials of the State Peace and Development Council in Burma, to a...10/29/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S13521-13522)
S.38A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a program for the provision of r...10/24/2007Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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.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.2182A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to mental health services.
10/17/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12993-12994)
S.RES.348A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Red Ribbon Week.
10/16/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.831A bill to authorize States and local governments to prohibit the investment of State assets in an...10/03/2007Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held.
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.RES.339A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the situation in Burma.
10/01/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.RES.325A resolution supporting efforts to increase childhood cancer awareness, treatment, and research. ...09/25/2007Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent. (cons...
S.1771A bill to increase the safety of swimming pools and spas by requiring the use of proper anti-entr...09/20/2007Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Inouye with amendments. W...
S.2070A bill to prevent Government shutdowns.
09/20/2007Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 380.
S.1855A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide relief to individuals from the penal...09/19/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11739-11742)
S.1905A bill to provide for a rotating schedule for regional selection of delegates to a national Presi...09/19/2007Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held.
S.2069A bill to increase the United States financial and programmatic contributions to promote economic...09/19/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR...
S.RES.321A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. ...09/19/2007Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11757-11758)
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.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.RES.269A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee shoul...08/22/2007Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Finan...
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.1957A bill to amend title 17, United States Code, to provide protection for fashion design.
08/02/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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.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.1895A bill to aid and support pediatric involvement in reading and education.
07/30/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10315)
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.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.1838A bill to provide for the health care needs of veterans in far South Texas.
07/19/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
S.1798A bill to establish grant programs to improve the health of border area residents and for all haz...07/17/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR 7/18/2007 S9473-9474)
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.1731A bill to provide for the continuing review of unauthorized Federal programs and agencies and to ...06/28/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8703)
S.RES.250A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate condemning the military junta in Burma for its co...06/22/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1537A bill to authorize the transfer of certain funds from the Senate Gift Shop Revolving Fund to the...06/21/2007Signed by President.
S.RES.215A resolution designating September 25, 2007, as "National First Responder Appreciation Day".
06/20/2007Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consi...
S.RES.242A resolution celebrating the accomplishments of title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, als...06/20/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
S.1623A bill to require the withholding of United States contributions to the United Nations until the ...06/14/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7742-7743)
S.624A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide waivers relating to grants for preventiv...06/13/2007Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7677)
S.1568A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to encourage private philanthropy.
06/07/2007Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
S.RES.223A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of the members of the Monuments, Fine Arts...06/07/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S7195-7196)
S.CON.RES.37A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress on federalism in Iraq.
06/07/2007Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7389-7390)
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.1494A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to reauthorize the special diabetes programs for Ty...05/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6863-6864)
S.1514A bill to revise and extend provisions under the Garrett Lee Smith Memorial Act.
05/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6875)
S.1462A bill to amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to promote the adoption of children...05/23/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6556-6557)
S.1445A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Service...05/22/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6472-6473)
S.RES.205A resolution designating June 2007 as "National Internet Safety Month".
05/16/2007Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unani...
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.223A bill to require Senate candidates to file designations, statements, and reports in electronic f...04/26/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5155-5156)
S.271A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a shorter recovery period for the de...04/26/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5175-5176)
S.1223A bill to amend the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to support ef...04/25/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5019, S5106-5107)
S.1192A bill to increase the number of Federal judgeships in certain judicial districts with heavy case...04/24/2007Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4920-4921)
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...