Sen. Mark Begich

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that providing breakfast in schools through the national school breakfast program has a positive impact on the lives and classroom performance of low-income children. [SR-67]
Recognizes the positive effect the National School Breakfast Program has had on children's classroom performance and the lives of low-income children and families. Expresses strong support for states that have successfully implemented school breakfast programs and encourages all states to improve their programs. Recognizes: (1) the importance of providing states with resources to improve the availability of adequate and nutritious breakfasts; (2) the role nonprofit and community organizations play in increasing awareness of, and access to, breakfast (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2852-2853; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2853; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2850) on 03/05/2009

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A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Claiborne de Borda Pell, former United States Senator for the State of Rhode Island. [SR-8]
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Claiborne de Borda Pell, a former member of the U.S. Senate. Declares that when the Senate recesses on January 6, 2009, it stand in recess as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Pell.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S151-152; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S151-152; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S149) on 01/06/2009

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A resolution recognizing the 188th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy. [SR-82]
Congratulates the Greek people as they celebrate the 188th anniversary of Greece's independence. Supports the principles of democratic governance to which the people of Greece are committed. Notes the important role that Greece has played in the wider European region and in the community of nations.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3619; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S3619; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3618) on 03/23/2009

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A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez. [SR-92]
Recognizes the accomplishments and example of Cesar Estrada Chavez, pledges to promote his legacy, and encourages the people of the United States to commemorate his legacy and to always remember his rallying cry, "Si, se puede!"

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez Star Print Ordered On The Resolution. on 03/18/2010

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A resolution designating June 1, 2009, as "Collector Car Appreciation Day" and recognizing that the collection and restoration of historic and classic cars is an important part of preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of the United States. [SR-97]
Designates June 1, 2009, as Collector Car Appreciation Day.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Jon Tester Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S4196) on 04/01/2009

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American Competitiveness Act [S.1]
Expresses the sense of the Senate that Congress should: eliminate tax loopholes that encourage companies to ship American jobs overseas; expand markets for United States exports; promote the development of new, innovative products bearing the inscription "Made in America"; modernize and improve U.S. highways, bridges, and transit systems; modernize and upgrade U.S. rail, levees, dams, and ports; place computers in classrooms; ensure that U.S. small businesses and households have access to high-speed broadband; invest in critical new infrastructure; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Finance. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S128) on 01/25/2011

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Family Economic Success Act [S.10]
Family Economic Success Act - Expresses the sense of the Senate that Congress should: (1) guarantee pay equity for women; (2) reward companies that promote flexible work environments for working parents with children and for workers who are caregivers; (3) guarantee paid family and medical leave and paid sick days; and (4) improve the quality and affordability of child care.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S129-130) on 01/25/2011

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Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2011 [S.102]
Reduce Unnecessary Spending Act of 2011 - Amends the Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to require the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to transmit, within 45 calendar days after enactment of the funding in question, a message to Congress with specified information requesting any rescission the President proposes under the procedures in this Act. Prescribes requirements for timing and packaging of rescission requests. Authorizes OMB, subject to a specified time limit, to withhold funding from obligation temporarily if the President proposes a (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Budget. on 01/25/2011

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National Guard Empowerment and State-National Defense Integration Act of 2011 [S.1025]
National Guard Empowerment and State-National Defense Integration Act of 2011 - Reestablishes the position of Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau (Vice Chief). Terminates the position of Director of the Joint Staff of the National Guard Bureau (Director) and transfers existing duties of the Director to the Vice Chief. Adds the Chief of the National Guard Bureau (Chief) to the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Directs the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to continue the Task Force for Emergency Readiness (TFER) pilot program (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr S3173) on 05/19/2011

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Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012 [S.1039]
Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012 - Directs the Secretary of State to publish and update a list of each person the Secretary has reason to believe: (1) is responsible for, or benefitted financially from, the detention, abuse, or death of Sergei Magnitsky, participated in related liability concealment efforts, or was involved in the criminal conspiracy uncovered by Sergei Magnitsky; or (2) is responsible for extrajudicial killings, torture, or other human rights violations committed against individuals seeking to promote human (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Kerry With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. With Written Report No. 112-191. on 07/23/2012

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