Sen. Richard Blumenthal

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Bills Introduced 374

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US Congress 112th Congress

A resolution calling for free and fair elections in Iran, and for other purposes. [SR-386]
Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to democracy, human rights, civil liberties, and the rule of law, and supports the Iranian people in their calls for a democratic government that respects such rights and freedoms. Condemns Iran's human rights violations. Urges the President, the Secretary of State, and world leaders to express support for the universal rights and freedoms of the Iranian people and to condemn elections that are not free and do not meet international standards.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1399) on 03/05/2012

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A resolution condemning violence by the Government of Syria against journalists, and expressing the sense of the Senate on freedom of the press in Syria. [SR-391]
Calls on Syria to: (1) open the country to independent and foreign journalists and end its media blackout; and (2) release all detained journalists, videographers, and bloggers. Condemns: (1) Syria's intimidation and violence towards journalists, videographers, and bloggers; and (2) nations that assist Syria's media repression. Pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives while reporting on the conflict in Syria and commends the courage of journalists who continue to operate in harm's way. Supports the people of Syria seeking a free (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Voice Vote. (consideration: Cr S2278-2279; Text Of Measure As Reported In Senate: Cr S2278; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2278-2279) on 03/29/2012

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A resolution promoting peace and stability in Sudan, and for other purposes. [SR-397]
Welcomes the memorandum of understanding on non-aggression and cooperation signed in Addis Ababa between Sudan and South Sudan on February 12, 2012. Calls on Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North to reach a political agreement and allow food and supplies to reach affected civilians. Urges Sudan to allow humanitarian access to all conflict-affected areas of Sudan. Implores the governments of Sudan and South Sudan to refrain from supporting proxy forces. Supports efforts of the Obama Administration, working with partners in the international (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Voice Vote. (consideration: Cr S2280-2282; Text Of Measure As Reported In Senate: Cr S2280-2281; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2281-2282) on 03/29/2012

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A resolution honoring Senator Barbara Mikulski for becoming the longest-serving female Senator in history. [SR-4]
Recognizes and honors Senator Barbara Mikulski for becoming the longest-serving female Senator in history.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S6-13; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S6-7; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S64) on 01/05/2011

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A resolution condemning the Government of Syria for crimes against humanity, and for other purposes. [SR-428]
Condemns the government of Syria, Syrian security forces, and the President of the Syrian Arab Republic for attacks against the civilian population of Syria. Commends the President for the U.S. vote at the U.N. Security Council to condemn the violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms by the Syrian authorities. Urges the President to collect information on incidents in Syria that may constitute crimes against humanity and take action to ensure that the government of Syria, its leaders, and senior officials who are responsible for such (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr S2552-2553) on 04/19/2012

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A resolution supporting the goal of preventing and effectively treating Alzheimer's disease by the year 2025, as articulated in the draft National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease from the Department of Health and Human Services. [SR-434]
Expresses support for: (1) the groundbreaking national goal of preventing and treating Alzheimer's disease by the year 2025 and the other goals of the draft National Plan to Address Alzheimer's Disease, and (2) increased assistance for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers and families. Finds that basic science, medical research, and therapy development are necessary for reaching that goal and identifying a definitive cure. Calls for further public awareness and understanding of Alzheimer's. Encourages early diagnosis and access to high-quality (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2659) on 04/24/2012

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A resolution calling for democratic change in Syria, and for other purposes. [SR-435]
Condemns: (1) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's ongoing slaughter of his own people; (2) Russia and Iran for providing the government of Syria with military and security equipment; and (3) President Bashar al-Assad's failure to uphold his March 25, 2012, commitment to the six point plan outlined by Joint Special Envoy Kofi Annan and failed compliance with U.N. Security Council Resolution 2042. Reaffirms U.S. policy that Bashar al-Assad must relinquish power and step aside. Recognizes the efforts of the United Nations and the League of Arab States (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Kerry With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And With An Amended Preamble. Without Written Report. on 05/07/2012

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that Village Voice Media Holdings, LLC should eliminate the "adult entertainment" section of the classified advertising website Backpage.com. [SR-439]
Expresses support for: (1) law enforcement agency efforts to provide training to law enforcement agents on how to investigate and prosecute cases of sex trafficking and how to identify and rescue trafficking victims; and (2) trafficking victim services provided by the federal, state, and local governments and non-profit and faith-based organizations, including medical, legal, mental health, housing, and other social services. Calls on Village Voice Media Holdings, LLC to act as a responsible global citizen and immediately eliminate the "adult entertainment" (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8318-8320) on 12/20/2012

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A resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, Inc. [SR-448]
Congratulates Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, Inc. on its 100th anniversary. Recognizes Hadassah's important contributions to medical research and care, the health of communities, the U.S.-Israel relationship, and the continuity of Jewish heritage.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr 9/21/2012 S6676) on 09/22/2012

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A resolution designating June 27, 2012, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day". [SR-455]
Designates June 27, 2012, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day. Expresses support for the efforts of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to educate service members, veterans, their families, and the public about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3658-3659) on 05/24/2012

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