A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment. [SJR-15]
[Human Rights ]
[Race and Civil Rights ]
A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment. Eliminates the time limit for ratification of the equal rights amendment (prohibits discrimination on account of sex) proposed to the states in House Joint Resolution 208 of the 92nd Congress, as agreed to in the Senate on March 22, 1972. Declares that such amendment shall be part of the Constitution whenever ratified by the legislatures of three-fourths of the several states.
SJR-15: A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/07/2015
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. [SJR-5]
[Elections ]
[Voting Rights ]
[Finance ]
[Media and Advertising ]
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. Authorizes Congress and the states to set reasonable limits on the raising and spending of money by candidates and others to influence elections. Grants Congress and the states the power to implement and enforce this amendment by appropriate legislation. Allows them to distinguish between natural persons and corporations or other artificial entities created by law, including by prohibiting such
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SJR-5: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 01/21/2015
You have voted SJR-5: A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections..
SR-107: A resolution recognizing the 70th anniversary of White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico and commemorating the unique place in history, and national security importance, of the range.
Sponsored by: Sen. Tom Udall
Referred To The Committee On Armed Services. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1729-1730) on 03/23/2015
You have voted SR-107: A resolution recognizing the 70th anniversary of White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico and commemorating the unique place in history, and national security importance, of the range..
A resolution amending rule XXVIII of the Standing Rules for the Senate to provide for timely establishment of conference committees. [SR-119]
[Budget and Spending ]
A resolution amending rule XXVIII of the Standing Rules for the Senate to provide for timely establishment of conference committees. Amends Rule XXVIII (Conference Committees; Reports; Open Meetings) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit to two hours consideration of any motion (not only a related cloture motion) to: disagree to a House amendment or insist upon a Senate amendment, request a committee of conference with the House or to agree to a request by the House for a committee of conference; and authorize the Presiding Officer to appoint
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SR-119: A resolution amending rule XXVIII of the Standing Rules for the Senate to provide for timely establishment of conference committees.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jeff Merkley
Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2052) on 03/26/2015
You have voted SR-119: A resolution amending rule XXVIII of the Standing Rules for the Senate to provide for timely establishment of conference committees..
A resolution modifying extended debate in the Senate to improve the legislative process. [SR-120]
[Elections ]
A resolution modifying extended debate in the Senate to improve the legislative process. Amends Rule XXII (Precedence of Motions) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to consider cloture of debate to have been invoked unless one more than two-fifths of all Senators votes in the negative. (The two-thirds affirmative vote requirement remains for measures or motions to amend the Senate rules.) Declares that cloture fails, and it is in order for the Majority Leader (or a designee) to initiate extended debate on the measure in question, if the vote to
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SR-120: A resolution modifying extended debate in the Senate to improve the legislative process.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jeff Merkley
Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr 3/26/2015 S2052-2053) on 03/27/2015
A resolution amending rule XV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to provide for consideration of a minimum number of amendments. [SR-121]
[Elections ]
A resolution amending rule XV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to provide for consideration of a minimum number of amendments. Amends Rule XV (Standing Committees) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to make it in order in the Senate during the consideration of any bill, resolution, or other amendable matter to consider at least five germane amendments offered each by the majority and by the minority. Specifies a general procedure for the offering of these amendments if cloture is invoked before either the majority or the minority has offered
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SR-121: A resolution amending rule XV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to provide for consideration of a minimum number of amendments.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jeff Merkley
Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr 3/26/2015 S2053) on 03/27/2015
You have voted SR-121: A resolution amending rule XV of the Standing Rules of the Senate to provide for consideration of a minimum number of amendments..
A resolution amending rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit debate on motions to proceed. [SR-122]
[Elections ]
A resolution amending rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit debate on motions to proceed. Amends Rule XXII (Precedence of Motions) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit to two hours, divided equally between the majority and the minority, the consideration of a motion to proceed to the consideration of any debatable matter, including consideration of any related debatable motion or appeal. Exempts from this resolution: (1) certain debatable or nondebatable motions to proceed made during the first two hours of a new legislative
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SR-122: A resolution amending rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit debate on motions to proceed.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jeff Merkley
Referred To The Committee On Rules And Administration. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr 3/26/2015 S2053) on 03/27/2015
A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez. [SR-124]
[Human Rights ]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
[Arts and Culture ]
[Community Development ]
[Education ]
A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez. 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!", which is Spanish for "Yes, we can!", as a symbol of unity and hope for individuals seeking justice.
SR-124: A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr 3/26/2015 S2053-2054) on 03/27/2015
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week. [SR-133]
[Public Health ]
A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week. Recognizes the efforts of public health professionals, governments, tribes, and individuals in preventing disease and injury. Encourages increased efforts and resources to improve the health of people in the United States to create the healthiest nation in one generation through greater opportunities to improve community health and by strengthening the public health system.
SR-133: A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
Sponsored by: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2139; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S2112) on 04/13/2015
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. [SR-140]
[Human Rights ]
[International ]
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