Sen. John Cornyn

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Party Republican
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Bills Introduced 409

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US Congress 112th Congress

A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Arlen Specter, distinguished former Senator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. [SR-612]
Declares that the Senate: (1) expresses profound sorrow at the death of the Honorable Arlen Specter, a former U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania; and (2) conveys its condolences to his family. Declares that when the Senate adjourns December 10, 2012, it stands adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Arlen Specter.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7706-7707; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S7706-7707; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S7704) on 12/10/2012

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A resolution urging the governments of Europe and the European Union to designate Hizballah as a terrorist organization and impose sanctions, and urging the President to provide information about Hizballah to the European allies of the United States and to support to the Government of Bulgaria in investigating the July 18, 2012, terrorist attack in Burgas. [SR-613]
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Urges European governments and the European Union (EU) to: (1) designate Hizballah as a terrorist organization so that Hizballah cannot use EU territories for fund raising, recruitment, and propaganda; and (2) impose sanctions on Hizballah for providing material support to Bashar al Assad's violent repression against the people of Syria. Supports Bulgaria's investigation into the July 18, 2012, terrorist attack in (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8379-8380) on 12/21/2012

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A resolution congratulating the recipient of the 2012 Heisman Memorial Trophy. [SR-617]
Congratulates Johnny Manziel for winning the 2012 Heisman Memorial Trophy.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. John Cornyn Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8320) on 12/20/2012

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A resolution observing the 100th birthday of civil rights icon Rosa Parks and commemorating her legacy. [SR-618]
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Observes the 100th birthday of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. Commemorates the legacy of Rosa Parks to inspire all people of the United States to stand up for freedom and the principles of the Constitution.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Senate Committee On The Judiciary Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8232-8233) on 12/19/2012

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A resolution condemning the horrific attacks in Newtown, Connecticut, and expressing support and prayers for all those impacted by that tragedy. [SR-621]
Condemns the senseless attack at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, on December 14, 2012. Offers condolences to all of the students, teachers, administrators, and faculty of Sandy Hook Elementary School, as well as their families, and recognizes that the healing process will be long and difficult for the entire community. Honors the selfless, dedicated service of: (1) the teachers, school administrators, school support staff, medical professionals, and others in the greater Newtown community; (2) the emergency response teams and (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 S8089-8090; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S8090; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S8073) on 12/17/2012

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A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Daniel Ken Inouye, Senator from the State of Hawaii. [SR-624]
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret of the death of the Honorable Daniel K. Inouye, Senator from Hawaii. Declares that when the Senate adjourns December 18, 2012, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the deceased Senator.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8152; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S8152; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S8140) on 12/18/2012

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that domestic oil and gas resources are critical to our Nation's security and economy and the Secretary of the Interior should take immediate action to streamline the shallow and deepwater permitting process. [SR-77]
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the nation's economy and security depend upon full and immediate restoration of shallow and deepwater drilling operations in the Gulf of Mexico, and (2) the long-term economic health of Alaska depends upon the responsible development of the oil and natural gas reserves of the Beaufort and Chukchi Seas. Urges the Secretary of the Interior to: (1) streamline the review and approval of applications for both shallow and deepwater drilling permits in the Outer Continental Shelf, (2) take immediate action to (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Shelby Referred To The Committee On Energy And Natural Resources. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S977-978) on 02/28/2011

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A resolution relative to the death of James Albertus McClure, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho. [SR-78]
Declares that the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable James Albertus McClure, former Member of the United States Senate. Declares that when the Senate adjourns on February 28, 2011, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of Senator McClure.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S957-959; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S959; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S978) on 02/28/2011

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A resolution to express the sense of the Senate in support of reducing its budget by at least 5 percent. [SR-94]
Expresses the sense of the Senate that it should lead by example and reduce its budget by at least 5%.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman Senate Committee On Rules And Administration Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1768) on 03/16/2011

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A resolution congratulating the Army Dental Corps on its 100th anniversary. [SR-96]
Congratulates the Army Dental Corps on its 100th anniversary. Commends the Corps for its work to improve the dental readiness of the Army and the oral health of soldiers and their families.Recognizes the thousands of dentists who have served in the Corps over the last 100 years.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. John Cornyn Senate Committee On Armed Services Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1707) on 03/15/2011

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