SR-155: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should work in cooperation with the international community and continue to exercise global leadership to address the causes and effects of climate change, and for other purposes.
Summary of S. RES. 155: Climate Change
The bill expresses the Senate's view that the United States should work with other countries to address the causes and effects of climate change. It highlights the impact of climate change on health, agriculture, and the environment, as well as the commitments made under international agreements like the Paris Agreement. The bill emphasizes the importance of taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, transition to clean energy, and protect national security interests affected by climate change.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2776-2777) on 05/04/2017
You have voted SR-155: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should work in cooperation with the international community and continue to exercise global leadership to address the causes and effects of climate change, and for other purposes..
SR-161: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Armed Services. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2883) on 05/10/2017
You have voted SR-161: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day"..
SR-163: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2968; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2968) on 05/16/2017
You have voted SR-163: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States in building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States..
SR-170: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Voice Vote. (consideration: Cr S3021; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S3020) on 05/17/2017
You have voted SR-170: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that defense laboratories are on the cutting-edge of scientific and technological advancement, and supporting the designation of May 18, 2017, as "Department of Defense Laboratory Day"..
A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. [SR-168]
A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. Condemns: (1) killings of peaceful protesters and excessive use of force by Ethiopian security forces; (2) the detention of journalists, students, activists, and political leaders who exercise their constitutional rights to freedom of assembly and expression through peaceful protests; and (3) abuse of the Anti-Terrorism Proclamation to stifle political and civil dissent and journalistic freedoms. Urges protesters in Ethiopia to refrain from violence
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SR-168: A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Ordered To Be Reported With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute Favorably. on 09/19/2017
CEO-Employee Paycheck Fairness Act of 2017 [S.20]
CEO-Employee Paycheck Fairness Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to deny a publicly held corporation a tax deduction for the payment of performance-based remuneration in excess of $1 million to any of its current or former officers or directors if such corporation does not meet the pay fairness requirement established by this bill. The pay fairness requirement is satisfied if: (1) the average compensation paid by the employer for all applicable U.S. employees for the taxable year exceeds the inflation and productivity growth
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S.20: CEO-Employee Paycheck Fairness Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Chris Van Hollen
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. on 01/03/2017
Presidential Tax Transparency Act [S.26]
Presidential Tax Transparency Act This bill amends the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 to require the President and certain candidates for President to disclose federal income tax returns for the three most recent taxable years in reports filed with either the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) or the Federal Election Commission (FEC), in the case of a candidate. The OGE or the FEC must make the disclosed tax returns publicly available after making appropriate redactions. If the income tax returns are not disclosed as required by this bill, the
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S.26: Presidential Tax Transparency Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. on 01/04/2017
S.27: A bill to establish an independent commission to examine and report on the facts regarding the extent of Russian official and unofficial cyber operations and other attempts to interfere in the 2016 United States national election, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. on 01/04/2017
You have voted S.27: A bill to establish an independent commission to examine and report on the facts regarding the extent of Russian official and unofficial cyber operations and other attempts to interfere in the 2016 United States national election, and for other purposes..
SCR-4: A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President-elect Donald Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President-elect Trump to divest his interest in, and sever his relationship to, the Trump Organization.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S62-65) on 01/04/2017
You have voted SCR-4: A concurrent resolution clarifying any potential misunderstanding as to whether actions taken by President-elect Donald Trump constitute a violation of the Emoluments Clause, and calling on President-elect Trump to divest his interest in, and sever his relationship to, the Trump Organization..