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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 [S.1867]
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 - Division A: Department of Defense Authorizations - Title I: Procurement - Subtitle A: Authorization of Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2012 for the Department of Defense (DOD) for procurement for the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, Air Force, and defense-wide activities, in amounts specified in the funding table in Division D of this Act. Subtitle B: Navy Programs - (Sec. 121) Authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to enter into one or more multiyear contracts, beginning
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Sponsored by: Sen. Carl Levin
Considered By Senate. (consideration: Cr S8094-8138) on 12/01/2011
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Gold Hill-Wakamatsu Preservation Act [S.177]
Gold Hill-Wakamatsu Preservation Act - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior to acquire the Gold Hill Ranch in Coloma, California, including any interest in the Ranch, by purchase from a willing seller with donated or appropriated funds, donation, or exchange. Authorizes the Secretary to enter into a cooperative agreement with public or nonprofit entities to interpret the history of the Wakamatsu Tea and Silk Farm Colony and related pioneer history associated with Japanese immigration to the area. Permits the development of a visitor center.
Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara Boxer
Committee On Energy And Natural Resources Subcommittee On National Parks. Hearings Held. With Printed Hearing: S.hrg. 112-124. on 05/11/2011
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Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 [S.1572]
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 - Makes appropriations for FY2012 for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, for science-related programs, and related agencies. Title I: Department of Commerce - Department of Commerce Appropriations Act, 2012 - Makes appropriations for the Department of Commerce for FY2012 for: (1) the International Trade Administration; (2) the Bureau of Industry and Security; (3) the Economic Development Administration; (4) the Minority Business Development Agency; (5) economic and statistical
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Sponsored by: Sen. Barbara Mikulski
See Also H.r. 2112. on 10/17/2011
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Pacific Salmon Stronghold Conservation Act of 2011 [S.1401]
Pacific Salmon Stronghold Conservation Act of 2011 - (Sec. 3) Defines "salmon stronghold" as a defined geographical unit meeting biological criteria for abundance, productivity, diversity (genetic and life history), habitat quality, or other biological attributes important to sustaining viable salmon populations throughout their range, as defined by the Salmon Stronghold Partnership Board (the Board) established by this Act. (Sec. 4) Requires the Secretary of Commerce (the Secretary) to establish the Salmon Stronghold Partnership as a cooperative,
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Committee On Commerce, Science, And Transportation. Reported By Senator Rockefeller With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. With Written Report No. 112-140. on 01/30/2012
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Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 [S.1255]
Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012- Division B: Military Construction Authorizations - Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 - (Sec. 2002) Terminates all authorizations contained in Titles XXI through XXVII of this Act on October 1, 2014, or the date of enactment of an Act authorizing funds for military construction for FY2015, whichever is later, with an exception. Title XXI [sic]: Army - (Sec. 2101) Authorizes the Secretary of the Army to acquire real property and carry out military construction
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Sponsored by: Sen. Carl Levin
Committee On Armed Services. Original Measure Reported To Senate By Senator Levin. Without Written Report. on 06/22/2011
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 [S.1253]
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 - Division A: Department of Defense Authorizations - Title I: Procurement - Subtitle A: Authorization of Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2012 for the Department of Defense (DOD) for procurement for the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, Air Force, and defense-wide activities, in amounts specified in the funding table in Division D of this Act. Subtitle B: Navy Programs - (Sec. 121) Authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to enter into one or more multiyear contracts, beginning
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Sponsored by: Sen. Carl Levin
Senate Committee On Armed Services. Hearings Held Prior To Introduction And/or Referral. Hearings Printed: S.hrg. 112-80, Pt. 2. on 07/13/2011
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Commemorating the 71st anniversary of the creation of the "Special Air Unit" of the 1st American Volunteer Group (AVG), which became known as the Flying Tigers. [HR-802]
Commemorates the 71st anniversary of the creation of the Flying Tigers and the start of their combat operations in China during World War II. Commends the pilots and other members of the Flying Tigers who served as representatives of the American ideals of liberty, freedom, and friendship on Chinese soil. Recognizes the Flying Tigers for their inspiring contributions to the defense of China and the United States during World War II.
Sponsored by: Rep. Judy Chu
Referred To The Subcommittee On Military Personnel. on 10/11/2012
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Commemorating the 70th anniversary and commending the brave men of the 17th Bombardment Group (Medium) who became known as the "Doolittle Tokyo Raiders" for outstanding heroism, valor, skill, and service to the United States in conducting the bombing of Tokyo on April 18, 1942. [HR-777]
Commends the 5 living and 80 original members of the Doolittle Tokyo Raiders for their participation in the Tokyo, Japan, bombing raid of April 18, 1942. Recognizes the valor, skill, and courage of the Raiders that proved invaluable to the eventual defeat of Japan during the Second World War. Acknowledges that the actions of the Raiders helped to forge an enduring example of heroism in the face of uncertainty for the Army Air Corps of the Second World War, the future of the Air Force, and the United States as a whole.
Sponsored by: Rep. Pete Olson
Referred To The Subcommittee On Military Personnel. on 10/05/2012
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Recognizing the 70th anniversary of the Guadalcanal campaign during World War II. [HR-696]
Recognizes the 70th anniversary of the Guadalcanal campaign during World War II. Recognizes and commends the members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Allied Forces who participated in the Guadalcanal campaign for their service and sacrifice.
Sponsored by: Rep. Adam Smith
Referred To The Subcommittee On Military Personnel. on 07/10/2012
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Expressing support for designation of the period beginning April 9, 2012, and ending May 6, 2012, as "Bataan-Corregidor Month". [HR-636]
Supports the designation of Bataan-Corregidor Month. Requests the President to issue a proclamation designating such a month and calling upon the people of the United States to observe such period with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that U.S. and Filipino veterans deserve recognition for their bravery in defending Bataan and Corregidor and for their valiant service during World War II.
Sponsored by: Sen. Martin Heinrich
Referred To The Committee On Veterans' Affairs, 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 Concerned. on 04/27/2012
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Calling for a peaceful and collaborative resolution of maritime territorial disputes in the South China Sea and its environs and other maritime areas adjacent to the East Asian mainland. [HR-352]
Reaffirms U.S. support for the peaceful resolution of maritime territorial disputes in the South China Sea, the East China Sea, and the Yellow Sea. Condemns the use of naval force by China in the South China and East China Seas and by China's North Korean ally in the Yellow Sea. Welcomes the diplomatic efforts of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Taiwan, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to resolve these outstanding disputes. Supports U.S. Armed Forces operations in support of freedom of navigation rights in international waters and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Affairs, And In Addition To The Committee On Armed Services, 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 Concerned. on 07/15/2011
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Welcoming and commending the Government of Japan for extending an official apology to all United States former prisoners of war from the Pacific War and establishing in 2010 a visitation program to Japan for surviving veterans, family members, and descendants. [HR-333]
Commends the government of Japan for extending an official apology to all U.S. former prisoners of war from the Pacific War and establishing a visitation program to Japan for surviving veterans, their families, and descendants. Appreciates the government of Japan's efforts toward historic apologies for the war crimes of Imperial Japan. Requests that the government of Japan: (1) continue its Japanese/American POW Friendship Program of reconciliation and remembrance and expand it to educate the public and its school children about the history of prisoners
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 08/02/2011
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Welcoming and commending the Government of Japan for extending an official apology to all United States former prisoners of war from the Pacific War and moving forward in planning to invite surviving members to Japan. [HR-324]
Commends the government of Japan for extending an official apology to all U.S. prisoners of war from the Pacific War and moving forward in planning to invite surviving members to Japan. Requests that the government of Japan respect the wishes and sensibilities of the U.S. prisoners of war by providing an appropriate program for lasting remembrance and reconciliation that recognizes their sacrifices and forced labor. Acknowledges the work of the Department of State in advocating for the U.S. prisoners of war from the Pacific War. Applauds the dedication
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Sponsored by: Rep. David Cicilline
Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 08/02/2011
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Expressing heartfelt condolences and support for assistance to the people of Japan and all those affected in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake and tsunamis of March 11, 2011. [HR-172]
Mourns with the people of Japan and all the countries affected for the horrific loss of life caused by the earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011. Expresses deepest condolences to the victims' families. Applauds the commitments of support and humanitarian efforts by the international community, relief agencies, and private citizens. Reaffirms the longstanding friendship between the United States and Japan. Pledges full support and solidarity with the people of Japan and all others affected by this tragedy as they struggle to rebuild their lives.
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Subcommittee Hearings Held. on 03/31/2011
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Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. [HCR-89]
Pays tribute to the members of the U.S. Armed Forces and civilians who died in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Honors the thousands of men and women of the Armed Forces who paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of freedom and liberty during World War II. Acknowledges the continued peaceful and mutually beneficial relationship between the United States and Japan. Appreciates the efforts of Japan as one of the most reliable security partners of the United States in the global war on terrorism. Encourages Japan to continue
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Referred To The Subcommittee On Military Personnel. on 02/07/2012
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To promote peaceful and collaborative resolution of maritime territorial disputes in the South China Sea and its environs and other maritime areas adjacent to the East Asian mainland. [HB-6313]
Expresses the sense of Congress that the Secretary of State should: (1) reaffirm U.S. support for the peaceful resolution of maritime territorial disputes in the South China Sea, the East China Sea, the Taiwan Strait, and the Yellow Sea; (2) condemn the use of force by China in the South China and East China Seas and by China's North Korean ally in the Yellow Sea; (3) call on all parties to these territorial disputes to refrain from threatening force or using force to assert territorial claims; (4) welcome the diplomatic efforts of Association of
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Sponsored by: Rep. Brad Sherman
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 09/12/2012
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Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2013 [HB-6018]
Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2013 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Authorizes FY2013 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: (1) diplomatic and consular programs; (2) the Capital Investment Fund; (3) embassy security, construction and maintenance; (4) educational and cultural exchange programs; (5) conflict stabilization operations; (6) representation allowances; (7) protection of foreign missions and officials; (8) diplomatic and consular service emergencies; (9) repatriation loans; (10) the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 07/18/2012
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Guam World War II Loyalty Recognition Act [HB-44]
Guam World War II Loyalty Recognition Act - Recognizes the suffering and the loyalty of the people of Guam during the Japanese occupation of Guam in World War II. Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to make specified payments to: (1) living Guam residents who were raped, injured, interned, or subjected to forced labor or marches resulting from, or incident to, such occupation and subsequent liberation; and (2) survivors of compensable residents who died in war (such payments to be made after payments have been made to surviving Guam residents).
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Subcommittee Hearings Held. on 07/14/2011
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 [HB-4310]
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 - Division A: Department of Defense Authorizations - Title I: Procurement - Subtitle A: Authorization of Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations for FY2013 for the Department of Defense (DOD) for procurement for the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, Air Force, and defense-wide activities, in amounts specified in the funding table in Division D of this Act. Subtitle B: Army Programs - (Sec. 111) Authorizes the Secretary of the Army, beginning with the FY2013 program year, to enter into
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Sponsored by: Rep. Adam Smith
Signed By President. on 01/02/2013
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Louis Zamperini Congressional Gold Medal Act [HB-3700]
Louis Zamperini Congressional Gold Medal Act - Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to Louis Zamperini in recognition of his service to the United States, his sacrifice during World War II, and his inspiration to others through his courage as a survivor. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to strike and sell duplicate bronze medals, with amounts received from the sale to be deposited in the United States Mint Public Enterprise
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Sponsored by: Rep. Michael McCaul
Referred To The Subcommittee On Domestic Monetary Policy And Technology. on 01/12/2012