A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. [SR-140]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Expresses the sense of the Senate: (1) in remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, 2015; (2) that the President should work toward an Armenian-Turkish relationship that includes Turkey's full acknowledgment of the facts about the Armenian Genocide; and (3) that the President should ensure that U.S. foreign policy reflects appropriate understanding and sensitivity concerning issues related to human rights, crimes
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SR-140: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2275) on 04/20/2015
A resolution supporting efforts to ensure that students have access to debt-free higher education. [SR-143]
A resolution supporting efforts to ensure that students have access to debt-free higher education. Expresses support for efforts to: ensure that all students have access to debt-free higher education upon graduation from public institutions of higher education; provide support to states to make increased investments in higher education that will result in lower tuition and costs for students; increase financial aid to help students afford attending college without taking on debt; encourage innovation by states and institutions of higher education
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SR-143: A resolution supporting efforts to ensure that students have access to debt-free higher education.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2306) on 04/21/2015
SR-148: A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8831) on 12/17/2015
You have voted SR-148: A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights..
SR-175: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States to building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2734; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2732) on 05/07/2015
You have voted SR-175: A resolution recognizing the roles and contributions of the teachers of the United States to building and enhancing the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States..
A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2015, as "National Police Week". [SR-177]
A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2015, as "National Police Week". Designates the week of May 10-May 16, 2015, as National Police Week. Expresses support for law enforcement officers across the United States for their efforts to build safer and more secure communities. Recognizes: (1) the need to ensure that law enforcement officers have the equipment, training, and resources necessary to protect their health and safety; and (2) members of the law enforcement community for their selfless acts of bravery. Calls for honoring
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SR-177: A resolution designating the week of May 10 through May 16, 2015, as "National Police Week".
Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2763-2764; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2762-2763) on 05/11/2015
Stop Harming Our Kids Resolution of 2015 [SR-184]
Stop Harming Our Kids Resolution of 2015 Expresses the sense of the Senate that conversion therapy directed at minors is discredited and ineffective, has no legitimate therapeutic purpose, and is dangerous and harmful. Defines "conversion therapy" as any practice by a licensed, certified, or registered mental health provider, health care provider, or counselor seeking or purporting to impose change of an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Excludes from such definition counseling that does not seek to change sexual
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SR-184: Stop Harming Our Kids Resolution of 2015
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3245-3246) on 05/21/2015
A resolution relative to the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. [SR-19]
A resolution relative to the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former member of the U.S. Senate. Declares that when the Senate adjourns on January 6, 2015, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator Brooke.
SR-19: A resolution relative to the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S23; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S21-22) on 01/06/2015
You have voted SR-19: A resolution relative to the death of Edward W. Brooke, III, former United States Senator for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts..
SR-191: A resolution relative to the death of Joseph Robinette Biden, III.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3728-3729; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S3683) on 06/03/2015
SR-193: A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the historic Griswold v. Connecticut decision of the Supreme Court of the United States and expressing the sense of the Senate that the case was an important step forward in helping ensure that all people of the United States are able to use contraceptives to plan pregnancies and have healthier babies.
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Referred To The Committee On Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3780-3781) on 06/04/2015
You have voted SR-193: A resolution celebrating the 50th anniversary of the historic Griswold v. Connecticut decision of the Supreme Court of the United States and expressing the sense of the Senate that the case was an important step forward in helping ensure that all people of the United States are able to use contraceptives to plan pregnancies and have healthier babies..
SR-201: A resolution designating June 19, 2015, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S4168; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S4140) on 06/15/2015
You have voted SR-201: A resolution designating June 19, 2015, as "Juneteenth Independence Day" in recognition of June 19, 1865, the date on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States..