A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the United States-Egypt partnership. [SR-108]
A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the United States-Egypt partnership. Welcomes Egyptian President el-Sisi to the United States. Acknowledges the importance of the U.S.-Egypt partnership in advancing common interests. Demands: (1) the release of unjustly imprisoned American citizens, and (2) an end to the harassment and interference in the operations of independent civil society and media organizations in Egypt. Encourages the United States and Egypt to increase cooperation to combat terrorism. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment
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SR-108: A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the United States-Egypt partnership.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2177) on 04/03/2017
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on humanitarian crises in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen. [SR-114]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on humanitarian crises in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen. Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) an urgent and comprehensive international diplomatic effort is necessary to address obstacles in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen that are preventing humanitarian aid from being delivered; and (2) the contributions of U.S. charities, non-profit organizations, religious organizations, and businesses have an important role in addressing humanitarian crises. Calls for the United States
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SR-114: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on humanitarian crises in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S6143-6144) on 09/26/2017
Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 [S.867]
Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017 This bill directs the Department of Justice (DOJ) to report on Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs mental health practices and services that could be adopted by law enforcement agencies. Additionally, DOJ's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services must report on programs to address the psychological health and well-being of law enforcement officers. The bill amends the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to expand the allowable use of grant funds under
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S.867: Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 05/17/2017
A joint resolution to provide limitations on the transfer of air-to-ground munitions from the United States to Saudi Arabia. [SJR-40]
A joint resolution to provide limitations on the transfer of air-to-ground munitions from the United States to Saudi Arabia. This joint resolution prohibits the transfer to Saudi Arabia of U.S. air-to-ground munitions until the President certifies to Congress that: (1) Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners are taking all feasible precautions to reduce the risk of civilian harm and exercising proportional use of force in the course of military actions and are making demonstrable efforts to facilitate the flow of critical humanitarian aid and commercial
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SJR-40: A joint resolution to provide limitations on the transfer of air-to-ground munitions from the United States to Saudi Arabia.
Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 04/06/2017
SR-145: A resolution designating April 2017 as "Financial Literacy Month".
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2631; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2627-2628) on 04/27/2017
SR-148: A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 18th annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 1 through May 5, 2017.
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2654; Text: Cr S2652) on 05/01/2017
You have voted SR-148: A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and leaders of charter schools across the United States for making ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 18th annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 1 through May 5, 2017..
Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S2681) on 05/02/2017