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Whereas the Armenian Genocide was conceived and carried out by the Ottoman Empire from 1915 to
1923, resulting in the deportation of nearly 2,000,000 Armenians, of whom
1,500,000 men, women, and children were killed and 500,000 survivors were
expelled from their homes, and the elimination of the over 2,500-year
presence of Armenians in their historic homeland;
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Whereas the Armenian Genocide was conceived and carried out by the Ottoman Empire beginning in
1915, resulting in the deportation of nearly 2,000,000 Armenians, as many
as 1,500,000 men, women, and children being killed, 500,000 survivors
being expelled from their homes, and the elimination of the over
2,500-year presence of Armenians in their historic homeland;
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Whereas, on May 24, 1915, the Allied Powers of England, France, and Russia jointly issued a
statement explicitly charging for the first time ever another government
of committing crimes
<quote>
against humanity and civilization
</quote>
;
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Whereas Raphael Lemkin, who coined the term
<quote>
genocide
</quote>
, and whose draft resolution for a genocide convention treaty became the framework for the United
Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of
Genocide, recognized the Armenian Genocide as the type of crime the United
Nations should prevent and punish through the setting of international
standards;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Senate Concurrent Resolution 12, 64th Congress, agreed to February 9, 1916, resolved that
<quote>
the President of the United States be respectfully asked to designate a day on which the citizens
of this country may give expression to their sympathy by contributing
funds now being raised for the relief of the Armenians
</quote>
, who at the time were enduring
<quote>
starvation, disease, and untold suffering
</quote>
;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Senate Resolution 359, 66th Congress, agreed to May 11, 1920, stated that
<quote>
the testimony adduced at the hearings conducted by the subcommittee of the Senate Committee on
Foreign Relations have clearly established the truth of the reported
massacres and other atrocities from which the Armenian people have
suffered
</quote>
;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas House Joint Resolution 148, 94th Congress, agreed to April 8, 1975, resolved,
<quote>
That April 24, 1975, is hereby designated as
<quote>
National Day of Remembrance of Man's Inhumanity to Man
</quote>
, and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation
calling upon the people of the United States to observe such day as a day
of remembrance for all the victims of genocide, especially those of
Armenian ancestry …
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas House Joint Resolution 247, 98th Congress, agreed to September 10, 1984, resolved,
<quote>
That April 24, 1985, is hereby designated as
<quote>
National Day of Remembrance of Man's Inhumanity to Man
</quote>
, and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation
calling upon the people of the United States to observe such day as a day
of remembrance for all the victims of genocide, especially the one and
one-half million people of Armenian ancestry …
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Council, an independent Federal agency, unanimously
resolved on April 30, 1981, that the United States Holocaust Memorial
Museum would document the Armenian Genocide in the Museum, and has done so
through a public examination of the historic record, including lectures
and the maintenance of books, records, and photographs about the Genocide;
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and
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<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Turkey has continued its international campaign of
Armenian Genocide
denial, maintained a blockade of Armenia, and continues to pressure the
small but growing Turkish civil society movement for acknowledging the
Armenian Genocide;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="deleted" committee-id="SSFR00" reported-display-style="strikethrough">
<text>
Whereas, in April 2011, the month of remembrance of the Armenian Genocide, the Government of the
Republic of Turkey
demolished a 100-foot-high statue in the city of Kars which was erected to
promote reconciliation with Armenia;
</text>
</whereas>
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<text>
Whereas the denial of the Armenian Genocide by the Government of the Republic of Turkey has
prevented the meaningful
advancement of a constructive political, economic, and security
relationship between Armenia and Turkey; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas the teaching, recognition, and commemoration of acts of genocide and other crimes against
humanity is essential to preventing the re-occurrence of similar
atrocities: Now, therefore, be it
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to remember and observe the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, 2014;
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that the President should work toward an equitable, constructive, stable, and durable
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relationship that includes the full acknowledgment by the Government of
the
Republic of Turkey of
the facts about the Armenian Genocide; and
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appropriate
understanding and sensitivity concerning issues related to human rights,
crimes against humanity, ethnic cleansing, and genocide documented in the
United States record relating to the Armenian Genocide.
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April 11, 2014
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| III Calendar No. 364 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 410 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 3, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Reed , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Durbin , and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations April 11, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with amendments and amendments to the preamble Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.
Whereas the Armenian Genocide was conceived and carried out by the Ottoman Empire from 1915 to 1923, resulting in the deportation of nearly 2,000,000 Armenians, of whom 1,500,000 men, women, and children were killed and 500,000 survivors were expelled from their homes, and the elimination of the over 2,500-year presence of Armenians in their historic homeland; Whereas the Armenian Genocide was conceived and carried out by the Ottoman Empire beginning in 1915, resulting in the deportation of nearly 2,000,000 Armenians, as many as 1,500,000 men, women, and children being killed, 500,000 survivors being expelled from their homes, and the elimination of the over 2,500-year presence of Armenians in their historic homeland; Whereas, on May 24, 1915, the Allied Powers of England, France, and Russia jointly issued a statement explicitly charging for the first time ever another government of committing crimes against humanity and civilization ; Whereas Raphael Lemkin, who coined the term genocide , and whose draft resolution for a genocide convention treaty became the framework for the United Nations Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, recognized the Armenian Genocide as the type of crime the United Nations should prevent and punish through the setting of international standards; Whereas Senate Concurrent Resolution 12, 64th Congress, agreed to February 9, 1916, resolved that the President of the United States be respectfully asked to designate a day on which the citizens of this country may give expression to their sympathy by contributing funds now being raised for the relief of the Armenians , who at the time were enduring starvation, disease, and untold suffering ; Whereas Senate Resolution 359, 66th Congress, agreed to May 11, 1920, stated that the testimony adduced at the hearings conducted by the subcommittee of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations have clearly established the truth of the reported massacres and other atrocities from which the Armenian people have suffered ; Whereas House Joint Resolution 148, 94th Congress, agreed to April 8, 1975, resolved, That April 24, 1975, is hereby designated as National Day of Remembrance of Man's Inhumanity to Man , and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such day as a day of remembrance for all the victims of genocide, especially those of Armenian ancestry … ; Whereas House Joint Resolution 247, 98th Congress, agreed to September 10, 1984, resolved, That April 24, 1985, is hereby designated as National Day of Remembrance of Man's Inhumanity to Man , and the President of the United States is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States to observe such day as a day of remembrance for all the victims of genocide, especially the one and one-half million people of Armenian ancestry … ; Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Council, an independent Federal agency, unanimously resolved on April 30, 1981, that the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum would document the Armenian Genocide in the Museum, and has done so through a public examination of the historic record, including lectures and the maintenance of books, records, and photographs about the Genocide; and Whereas the Government of the Republic of Turkey has continued its international campaign of Armenian Genocide denial, maintained a blockade of Armenia, and continues to pressure the small but growing Turkish civil society movement for acknowledging the Armenian Genocide; Whereas, in April 2011, the month of remembrance of the Armenian Genocide, the Government of the Republic of Turkey demolished a 100-foot-high statue in the city of Kars which was erected to promote reconciliation with Armenia; Whereas the denial of the Armenian Genocide by the Government of the Republic of Turkey has prevented the meaningful advancement of a constructive political, economic, and security relationship between Armenia and Turkey; and Whereas the teaching, recognition, and commemoration of acts of genocide and other crimes against humanity is essential to preventing the re-occurrence of similar atrocities: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate— (1) to remember and observe the anniversary of the Armenian Genocide on April 24, 2014; and (2) that the President should work toward an equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relationship that includes the full acknowledgment by the Government of the Republic of Turkey of the facts about the Armenian Genocide; and (3) (2) that the President should ensure that the foreign policy of the United States reflects appropriate understanding and sensitivity concerning issues related to human rights, crimes against humanity, ethnic cleansing, and genocide documented in the United States record relating to the Armenian Genocide.
April 11, 2014 Reported with amendments and amendments to the preamble |
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Whereas the annexation of Crimea and violation of Ukrainian territorial integrity by the Russian
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abroad violates the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity;
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Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has threatened to use its supply of energy
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Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has been actively issuing Russian passports to the
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Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and the
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Federation to remove
its troops from the territory of Moldova;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, at the 1999 Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Summit in Istanbul,
Turkey, the Russian Federation committed to complete withdrawal of its
military forces from the territory of the Republic of Moldova;
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Whereas Moldova has been a participant in NATO’s Partnership for Peace Program and has deployed
military personnel in support of the NATO-led mission in Kosovo; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas the stability and economic vitality of the Eastern European region is in the national
interest of the United States: Now,
therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 411 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 3, 2014 Mr. Inhofe (for himself, Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Chambliss , and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Moldova.
Whereas, since 1992, the Republic of Moldova has been recognized by the international community and the United Nations; Whereas, on March 3, 2014, the United States Government reaffirmed the United States’ strong support for Moldovan sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders ; Whereas the annexation of Crimea and violation of Ukrainian territorial integrity by the Russian Federation on the false premise of defending Russians and Russian speakers abroad violates the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has threatened to use its supply of energy resources as a means of intimidation in order to influence the Government of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of Transnistria; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan territory of Transnistria; Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and the Government of Moldova have called upon the Government of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of Moldova; Whereas, at the 1999 Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Summit in Istanbul, Turkey, the Russian Federation committed to complete withdrawal of its military forces from the territory of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas Moldova has been a participant in NATO’s Partnership for Peace Program and has deployed military personnel in support of the NATO-led mission in Kosovo; and Whereas the stability and economic vitality of the Eastern European region is in the national interest of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) affirms that it is the policy of the United States to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the inviolability of its borders; (2) calls upon the Government of the Russian Federation to take steps to remove its military forces and materiel from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova; (3) supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of Moldova and the authorities in Transnistria in order to secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict; (4) expresses its belief that finding a lasting resolution to the Transnistria issue can only be accomplished by ensuring the freedom of the Government and the people of Moldova to determine their own future without external pressure or coercion; (5) urges the President to consider increasing security and intelligence cooperation with the Government of Moldova; and (6) affirms that lasting stability in Europe is a key priority for the United States and that it can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all parties is respected. |
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Mr. Cornyn
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) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
<committee-name committee-id="SSFR00">
Committee on Foreign Relations
</committee-name>
</action-desc>
</action>
<action stage="Reported-in-Senate">
<action-date>
May 20, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
Reported by
<sponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
</sponsor>
, with amendments and an amendment to the preamble
</action-desc>
<action-instruction>
Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic
</action-instruction>
</action>
<action>
<action-date date="20140710">
July 10, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble
</action-desc>
</action>
<legis-type>
RESOLUTION
</legis-type>
<official-title display="yes">
Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other
internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific
region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding
territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble commented="no">
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains,
are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security,
including global commerce;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in
maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace
both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and
partners, has played an
instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including
safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the
Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding
national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas,
respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in
the East China and South China Seas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea,
Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United
States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a
common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability,
freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and
airspace in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport
with
international
law;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations
of the
region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes
and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the
use of force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible
use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but
does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed
claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and
in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of
force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to
resolve
disputes by peaceful means;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region
are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to
others;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior
consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or
other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense
Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all
aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend
to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans,
maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of
National Defense or face
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the
<quote>
rules of engagement
</quote>
declared by China, including the
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
, are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the
Chicago
Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization and thereby
are a departure from accepted practice;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes
between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific
obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to
<quote>
refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of
interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft
must not be endangered
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards
and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and
regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not
recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to
foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does
the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not
intending to enter United States airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral,
provocative, dangerous, and
destabilizing
declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings
and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international
airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will
not alter how the United States Government conducts operations
in the
region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and
stability in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s
declaration of such a zone,
regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight
in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate
tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ,
and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air
Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory
administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a
deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and
China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer
an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of
flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil
aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on
China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and
stability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition
to
any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly
submitted a letter
to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by
civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of
civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense
and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated,
<quote>
We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is
adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far
is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over
15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling
economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over
disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea
and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of
confrontation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on
disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002
joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in
the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial
disputes to
<quote>
reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the
South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles
of international law
</quote>
and to
<quote>
resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the
threat or use of force
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted
the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet
negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters
near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant
seeking to
change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or
military force, including the continued restrictions on access to
Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the
Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any
state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to
the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf
by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law;
declarations of
administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South
China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed
areas,
which have raised tensions in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the
Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with
international law by claimants with regard to their
South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and
instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert
a
territorial claim in the South China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not
derived from land features are fundamentally flawed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South
China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated
and reaffirmed
<quote>
the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the
Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for
the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the
South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of
Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued
exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6.
the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful
settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article
287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to
achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United
States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the
rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared
interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support
economic growth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime
agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25
ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial
sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the
“contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the
territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty
of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that
they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral
actions that would seek to undermine such administration;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third
party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the
administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to
respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of
Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and
manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government
of Japan for its
restrained approach in this regard;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated
to observe the rules
of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing
Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in
the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly
crossed its bow at
a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the
USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the
USS Cowpens’ incident, as
publicly reported, appear contrary to the
international legal
obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 1, 2014, the People’s Republic of China’s state-owned energy company, CNOOC, placed
its deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD–981),
accompanied by over 25 Chinese ships, in Block 143, 120 nautical miles off
Vietnam’s coastline;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas from May 1 to May 9, 2014, the number of Chinese vessels escorting Hai Yang Shi You 981
(HD-981) increased to more than 80, including seven military ships, which
aggressively patrolled and intimidated Vietnamese Coast Guard ships in
violation of COLREGS, reportedly intentionally rammed multiple Vietnamese
vessels, and used helicopters and water cannons to obstruct others;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on May 5, 2014, vessels from the Maritime Safety Administration of China (MSAC)
established an exclusion zone with a radius of three nautical miles around
Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD-981), which undermines maritime safety in the
area and is in violation
of universally recognized principles of international law;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China's territorial claims and associated maritime actions in support of the drilling
activity that Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD-981) commenced on May 1, 2014, have
not been clarified under international law, constitute a unilateral
attempt
to
change the status
quo by force, and appear to be in violation of the 2002 Declaration on
the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military
Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and
coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between
the United States and the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of
Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan,
Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China,
the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore,
Thailand, Tonga, the
United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean
region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to
discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime
issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that
contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected
encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating,
and common ways of engagement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a
Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a
Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in
principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the
maritime domains but failed to sign them;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the
countries
of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea
and to provide a common operational picture for the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the
United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States
welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a
responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects
international norms, international laws, international institutions, and
international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance
relations between the United States and China; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international
community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific
region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime
domain of Asia: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<enum>
1.
</enum>
<header display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Sense of the Senate
</header>
<text display-inline="no-display-inline">
The Senate—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in
international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the
status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="idf77cfaf9ce4a435a8eafabd040225a67">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared
East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary
to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from
taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="idb6adbd3c21d54aa19a049fc816808529">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends
the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate
process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to
announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on
December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air
Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ)
in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the
freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of
international airspace; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="idA58CBC541322414AA36BF8F04D686246">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
calls on the Government of the People's Republic of China to withdraw its Hai Yang Shi You 981
(HD–981) drilling rig and
associated maritime forces from their current positions, to refrain from
maritime maneuvers contrary to COLREGS, and to return immediately to the
status quo as it existed before May 1, 2014.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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2.
</enum>
<header display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Statement of Policy
</header>
<text display-inline="no-display-inline">
It is the policy of the United States to—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region,
including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the
United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the
United
States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered
Senkaku Islands;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id1e63ca3696ba414ab0b5cb1a08726b1c">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all
nations;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id0d43d7d11d9d4af7816642d328f49353">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation
or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id183b28ea98824897a0c4f69893e40908">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id188d85e052d743e2b281ca5754538bed">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id8a1413eff06e47ca9001d9ed461929bd">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of
Conduct, including the
<quote>
early harvest
</quote>
of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id04e6c96ffb8e47b4a6e7e43bffabf12f">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International
Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12,
1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between
the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries,
including the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="idb320a7be8ce04710a2ce6861b3f5a7e5">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum,
the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the
expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the
region
and reinforce the role of international law;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id91a038e86be84b2391f87b2b16553fea">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing
incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing
disputes from escalating;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="id54f7c4a0c3444ff6bfe9c7363239d548">
<enum>
(10)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of
peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="ide47ab7265cc84c8da4ab67dbb448aeb1">
<enum>
(11)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the
signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting
administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China
Sea;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph commented="no" display-inline="no-display-inline" id="idb12280294cba4f4899ede79cc49b1ee1">
<enum>
(12)
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<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain
awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States
Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral
mechanisms for a
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common operating picture
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in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter
risky and dangerous activities; and
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assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including,
when
appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the
principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in
accordance with established principles and practices of international law.
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Rule of construction
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Nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 412 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Cardin , Mr. McCain , Mr. Risch , Mr. Leahy , Mrs. Feinstein , and Mr. Cornyn ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with amendments and an amendment to the preamble Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic July 10, 2014 Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains, are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security, including global commerce; Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world; Whereas for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and partners, has played an instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas, respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in the East China and South China Seas; Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea, Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability, freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport with international law; Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations of the region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the use of force; Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come; Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of force; Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to resolve disputes by peaceful means; Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to others; Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans, maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of National Defense or face emergency defensive measures ; Whereas the rules of engagement declared by China, including the emergency defensive measures , are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization and thereby are a departure from accepted practice; Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft must not be endangered ; Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection; Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter United States airspace; Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral, provocative, dangerous, and destabilizing declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international airspace; Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will not alter how the United States Government conducts operations in the region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s declaration of such a zone, regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East China Sea; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ, and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and China; Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and stability; Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition to any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East China Sea; Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly submitted a letter to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR); Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated, We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea. ; Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over 15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of confrontation; Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002 joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial disputes to reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles of international law and to resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the threat or use of force ; Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made; Whereas in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam; Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant seeking to change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or military force, including the continued restrictions on access to Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law; declarations of administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed areas, which have raised tensions in the region; Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with international law by claimants with regard to their South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and instability; Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert a territorial claim in the South China Sea; Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not derived from land features are fundamentally flawed; Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated and reaffirmed the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6. the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). ; Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article 287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies; Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support economic growth; Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25 ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the “contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February 2014; Whereas although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral actions that would seek to undermine such administration; Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands; Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government of Japan for its restrained approach in this regard; Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated to observe the rules of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs); Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly crossed its bow at a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision; Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the USS Cowpens’ incident, as publicly reported, appear contrary to the international legal obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs; Whereas, on May 1, 2014, the People’s Republic of China’s state-owned energy company, CNOOC, placed its deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD–981), accompanied by over 25 Chinese ships, in Block 143, 120 nautical miles off Vietnam’s coastline; Whereas from May 1 to May 9, 2014, the number of Chinese vessels escorting Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD-981) increased to more than 80, including seven military ships, which aggressively patrolled and intimidated Vietnamese Coast Guard ships in violation of COLREGS, reportedly intentionally rammed multiple Vietnamese vessels, and used helicopters and water cannons to obstruct others; Whereas, on May 5, 2014, vessels from the Maritime Safety Administration of China (MSAC) established an exclusion zone with a radius of three nautical miles around Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD-981), which undermines maritime safety in the area and is in violation of universally recognized principles of international law; Whereas China's territorial claims and associated maritime actions in support of the drilling activity that Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD-981) commenced on May 1, 2014, have not been clarified under international law, constitute a unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force, and appear to be in violation of the 2002 Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea; Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between the United States and the People’s Republic of China; Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Thailand, Tonga, the United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating, and common ways of engagement; Whereas Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the maritime domains but failed to sign them; Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the countries of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea and to provide a common operational picture for the region; Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects international norms, international laws, international institutions, and international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance relations between the United States and China; and Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime domain of Asia: Now, therefore, be it
1. Sense of the Senate The Senate— (1) condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region; (2) urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region; (3) commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of international airspace; and (4) calls on the Government of the People's Republic of China to withdraw its Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD–981) drilling rig and associated maritime forces from their current positions, to refrain from maritime maneuvers contrary to COLREGS, and to return immediately to the status quo as it existed before May 1, 2014. 2. Statement of Policy It is the policy of the United States to— (1) reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region, including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the United States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered Senkaku Islands; (2) oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all nations; (3) urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims; (4) ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force; (5) call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law; (6) support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of Conduct, including the early harvest of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately; (7) reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries, including the People’s Republic of China; (8) support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum, the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the region and reinforce the role of international law; (9) encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing disputes from escalating; (10) fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms; (11) encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China Sea; (12) encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral mechanisms for a common operating picture in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter risky and dangerous activities; and (13) assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including, when appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in accordance with established principles and practices of international law. 3. Rule of construction Nothing in this resolution shall be construed as a declaration of war or authorization to use force. |
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S. RES. 412
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Mr. Menendez
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Cardin
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Mr. McCain
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Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other
internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific
region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding
territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
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Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains,
are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security,
including global commerce;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in
maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace
both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and
partners, has played an
instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including
safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the
Asia-Pacific region;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding
national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas,
respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in
the East China and South China Seas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea,
Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United
States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a
common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability,
freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and
airspace in the Asia-Pacific region;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport
with
international
law;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations
of the
region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes
and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the
use of force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible
use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but
does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed
claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and
in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of
force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to
resolve
disputes by peaceful means;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region
are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to
others;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior
consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or
other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense
Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all
aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend
to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans,
maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of
National Defense or face
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the
<quote>
rules of engagement
</quote>
declared by China, including the
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
, are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the
Chicago
Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Chicago
Convention and thereby are a departure from accepted practice;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes
between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific
obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to
<quote>
refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of
interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft
must not be endangered
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards
and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and
regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not
recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to
foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does
the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not
intending to enter United States airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral,
provocative, dangerous, and
destabilizing
declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings
and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international
airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will
not alter how the United States Government conducts operations
in the
region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and
stability in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s
declaration of such a zone,
regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight
in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate
tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ,
and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air
Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory
administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a
deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and
China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer
an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of
flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil
aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on
China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and
stability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition
to
any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly
submitted a letter
to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by
civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of
civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense
and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated,
<quote>
We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is
adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far
is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over
15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling
economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over
disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea
and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of
confrontation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on
disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002
joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in
the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial
disputes to
<quote>
reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the
South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles
of international law
</quote>
and to
<quote>
resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the
threat or use of force
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted
the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet
negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters
near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant
seeking to
change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or
military force, including the continued restrictions on access to
Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the
Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any
state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to
the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf
by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law;
declarations of
administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South
China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed
areas,
which have raised tensions in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the
Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with
international law by claimants with regard to their
South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and
instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert
a
territorial claim in the South China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not
derived from land features are fundamentally flawed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South
China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated
and reaffirmed
<quote>
the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the
Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for
the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the
South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of
Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued
exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6.
the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful
settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article
287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to
achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United
States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the
rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared
interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support
economic growth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime
agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25
ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial
sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the
“contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the
territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty
of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that
they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral
actions that would seek to undermine such administration;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third
party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the
administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to
respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of
Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and
manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government
of Japan for its
restrained approach in this regard;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated
to observe the rules
of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing
Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in
the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly
crossed its bow at
a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the
USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the
USS Cowpens’ incident, as
publicly reported, appear contrary to the
international legal
obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military
Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and
coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between
the United States and the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of
Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan,
Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China,
the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore,
Thailand, Tonga, the
United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean
region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to
discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime
issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that
contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected
encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating,
and common ways of engagement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a
Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a
Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in
principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the
maritime domains but failed to sign them;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the
countries
of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea
and to provide a common operational picture for the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the
United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States
welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a
responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects
international norms, international laws, international institutions, and
international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance
relations between the United States and China; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international
community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific
region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime
domain of Asia; Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<enum>
1.
</enum>
<header>
Sense of the Senate
</header>
<text display-inline="no-display-inline">
The Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="id6AB4741A27EB46C59B9F3ED8B47059BF">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in
international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the
status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idf77cfaf9ce4a435a8eafabd040225a67">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared
East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary
to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from
taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region;
and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idb6adbd3c21d54aa19a049fc816808529">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends
the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate
process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to
announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on
December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air
Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ)
in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the
freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of
international airspace.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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<enum>
2.
</enum>
<header>
Statement of Policy
</header>
<text display-inline="no-display-inline">
It is the policy of the United States to—
</text>
<paragraph id="id1c9498a66118460ab88b6263ba7d14cc">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region,
including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the
United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the
United
States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered
Senkaku Islands;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id1e63ca3696ba414ab0b5cb1a08726b1c">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all
nations;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id0d43d7d11d9d4af7816642d328f49353">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation
or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id183b28ea98824897a0c4f69893e40908">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id188d85e052d743e2b281ca5754538bed">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id8a1413eff06e47ca9001d9ed461929bd">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of
Conduct, including the
<quote>
early harvest
</quote>
of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id04e6c96ffb8e47b4a6e7e43bffabf12f">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International
Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12,
1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between
the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries,
including the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idb320a7be8ce04710a2ce6861b3f5a7e5">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum,
the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the
expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the
region
and reinforce the role of international law;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id91a038e86be84b2391f87b2b16553fea">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing
incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing
disputes from escalating;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id54f7c4a0c3444ff6bfe9c7363239d548">
<enum>
(10)
</enum>
<text>
fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of
peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="ide47ab7265cc84c8da4ab67dbb448aeb1">
<enum>
(11)
</enum>
<text>
encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the
signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting
administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China
Sea;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idb12280294cba4f4899ede79cc49b1ee1">
<enum>
(12)
</enum>
<text>
encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain
awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States
Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral
mechanisms for a
<quote>
common operating picture
</quote>
in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter
risky and dangerous activities; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id86d8511de4504d8bb3962cd17d44c53a">
<enum>
(13)
</enum>
<text>
assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including,
when
appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the
principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in
accordance with established principles and practices of international law.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 412 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Cardin , Mr. McCain , and Mr. Risch ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains, are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security, including global commerce; Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world; Whereas, for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and partners, has played an instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas, respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in the East China and South China Seas; Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea, Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability, freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport with international law; Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations of the region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the use of force; Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come; Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of force; Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to resolve disputes by peaceful means; Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to others; Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans, maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of National Defense or face emergency defensive measures ; Whereas the rules of engagement declared by China, including the emergency defensive measures , are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Chicago Convention and thereby are a departure from accepted practice; Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft must not be endangered ; Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection; Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter United States airspace; Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral, provocative, dangerous, and destabilizing declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international airspace; Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will not alter how the United States Government conducts operations in the region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s declaration of such a zone, regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East China Sea; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ, and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and China; Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and stability; Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition to any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East China Sea; Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly submitted a letter to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR); Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated, We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea. ; Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over 15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of confrontation; Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002 joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial disputes to reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles of international law and to resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the threat or use of force ; Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made; Whereas, in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam; Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant seeking to change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or military force, including the continued restrictions on access to Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law; declarations of administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed areas, which have raised tensions in the region; Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with international law by claimants with regard to their South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and instability; Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert a territorial claim in the South China Sea; Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not derived from land features are fundamentally flawed; Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated and reaffirmed the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6. the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). ; Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article 287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies; Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support economic growth; Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25 ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the “contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February 2014; Whereas, although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral actions that would seek to undermine such administration; Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands; Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government of Japan for its restrained approach in this regard; Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated to observe the rules of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs); Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly crossed its bow at a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision; Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the USS Cowpens’ incident, as publicly reported, appear contrary to the international legal obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs; Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between the United States and the People’s Republic of China; Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Thailand, Tonga, the United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating, and common ways of engagement; Whereas, Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the maritime domains but failed to sign them; Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the countries of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea and to provide a common operational picture for the region; Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects international norms, international laws, international institutions, and international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance relations between the United States and China; and Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime domain of Asia; Now, therefore, be it
1. Sense of the Senate The Senate— (1) condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region; (2) urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region; and (3) commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of international airspace. 2. Statement of Policy It is the policy of the United States to— (1) reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region, including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the United States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered Senkaku Islands; (2) oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all nations; (3) urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims; (4) ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force; (5) call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law; (6) support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of Conduct, including the early harvest of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately; (7) reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries, including the People’s Republic of China; (8) support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum, the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the region and reinforce the role of international law; (9) encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing disputes from escalating; (10) fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms; (11) encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China Sea; (12) encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral mechanisms for a common operating picture in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter risky and dangerous activities; and (13) assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including, when appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in accordance with established principles and practices of international law. |
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III
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Calendar No. 380
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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S. RES. 412
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 7, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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(for himself,
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Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mr. McCain
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Risch
</cosponsor>
, and
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Mr. Leahy
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) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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May 20, 2014
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Reported by
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Mr. Menendez
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, with amendments and an amendment to the preamble
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Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other
internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific
region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding
territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains,
are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security,
including global commerce;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in
maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace
both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and
partners, has played an
instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including
safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the
Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding
national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas,
respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in
the East China and South China Seas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea,
Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United
States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a
common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability,
freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and
airspace in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport
with
international
law;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations
of the
region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes
and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the
use of force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible
use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but
does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed
claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and
in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of
force;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to
resolve
disputes by peaceful means;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region
are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to
others;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior
consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or
other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense
Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all
aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend
to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans,
maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of
National Defense or face
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the
<quote>
rules of engagement
</quote>
declared by China, including the
<quote>
emergency defensive measures
</quote>
, are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the
Chicago
Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Chicago
Convention and thereby are a departure from accepted practice;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes
between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific
obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to
<quote>
refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of
interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft
must not be endangered
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards
and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and
regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not
recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to
foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does
the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not
intending to enter United States airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral,
provocative, dangerous, and
destabilizing
declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings
and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international
airspace;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will
not alter how the United States Government conducts operations
in the
region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and
stability in the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s
declaration of such a zone,
regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight
in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate
tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ,
and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air
Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory
administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a
deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and
China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer
an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of
flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil
aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on
China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and
stability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition
to
any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East
China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly
submitted a letter
to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by
civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of
civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense
and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated,
<quote>
We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is
adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far
is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over
15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling
economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over
disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea
and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of
confrontation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on
disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002
joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in
the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial
disputes to
<quote>
reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the
South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles
of international law
</quote>
and to
<quote>
resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the
threat or use of force
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted
the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet
negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters
near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant
seeking to
change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or
military force, including the continued restrictions on access to
Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the
Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any
state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to
the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf
by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law;
declarations of
administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South
China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed
areas,
which have raised tensions in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the
Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with
international law by claimants with regard to their
South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and
instability;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert
a
territorial claim in the South China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not
derived from land features are fundamentally flawed;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South
China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated
and reaffirmed
<quote>
the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the
Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for
the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the
South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of
Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued
exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6.
the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally
recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United
Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful
settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article
287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to
achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United
States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the
rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared
interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support
economic growth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime
agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25
ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial
sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the
“contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the
territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February
2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty
of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that
they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral
actions that would seek to undermine such administration;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third
party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the
administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to
respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of
Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and
manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government
of Japan for its
restrained approach in this regard;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated
to observe the rules
of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing
Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in
the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly
crossed its bow at
a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the
USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the
USS Cowpens’ incident, as
publicly reported, appear contrary to the
international legal
obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, on May 1, 2014, the People’s Republic of China’s state-owned energy company, CNOOC, placed
its deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD–981),
accompanied by over 25 Chinese ships, in Block 143, 120 nautical miles off
Vietnam’s coastline;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, from May 1 to May 9, 2014, the number of Chinese vessels escorting HD–981 increased to
more than 80, including seven military ships, which aggressively patrolled
and intimidated Vietnamese Coast Guard ships in violation of COLREGS,
reportedly intentionally rammed multiple Vietnamese vessels, and used
helicopters and water cannons to obstruct others;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas, on May 5, 2014, vessels from the Maritime Safety Administration of China (MSAC)
established an exclusion zone with a radius of three nautical miles around
HD–981, which undermines maritime safety in the area and is in violation
of universally recognized principles of International Law, including the
1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas changed="added" reported-display-style="italic">
<text>
Whereas China's territorial claims and associated maritime actions in support of the drilling
activity that
HD-981 commenced on May 1, 2014, have not been clarified under
international law, including as defined by the 1982 United Nations
Convention on the Law of the Sea, constitute a unilateral attempt to
change the status
quo by force, and appear to be in violation of the 2002 Declaration on
the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military
Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and
coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between
the United States and the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of
Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan,
Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China,
the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore,
Thailand, Tonga, the
United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean
region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to
discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime
issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that
contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected
encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating,
and common ways of engagement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a
Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a
Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in
principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the
maritime domains but failed to sign them;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the
countries
of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea
and to provide a common operational picture for the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the
United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States
welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a
responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects
international norms, international laws, international institutions, and
international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance
relations between the United States and China; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international
community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific
region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime
domain of Asia; Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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1.
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Sense of the Senate
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The Senate—
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(1)
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condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in
international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the
status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region;
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(2)
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urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared
East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary
to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from
taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region
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; and
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;
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(3)
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commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends
the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate
process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to
announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on
December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air
Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ)
in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the
freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of
international airspace
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.
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; and
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(4)
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calls on the Government of the People's Republic of China to withdraw its HD–981 drilling rig and
associated maritime forces from their current positions, to refrain from
maritime maneuvers contrary to COLREGS, and to return immediately to the
status quo as it existed before May 1, 2014.
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</text>
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2.
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Statement of Policy
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It is the policy of the United States to—
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(1)
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reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region,
including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the
United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the
United
States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered
Senkaku Islands;
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(2)
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oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all
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(3)
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urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation
or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims;
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(4)
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ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force;
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call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law;
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(6)
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support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of
Conduct, including the
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early harvest
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of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately;
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(7)
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reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International
Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12,
1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between
the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries,
including the People’s Republic of China;
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(8)
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support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum,
the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the
expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the
region
and reinforce the role of international law;
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(9)
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encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing
incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing
disputes from escalating;
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fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of
peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms;
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(11)
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encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the
signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting
administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China
Sea;
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(12)
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encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain
awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States
Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral
mechanisms for a
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common operating picture
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in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter
risky and dangerous activities; and
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(13)
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assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including,
when
appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the
principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in
accordance with established principles and practices of international law.
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May 20, 2014
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Reported with amendments and an amendment to the preamble
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| III Calendar No. 380 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 412 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Cardin , Mr. McCain , Mr. Risch , and Mr. Leahy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with amendments and an amendment to the preamble Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Reaffirming the strong support of the United States Government for freedom of navigation and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region, and for the peaceful diplomatic resolution of outstanding territorial and maritime claims and disputes.
Whereas Asia-Pacific’s maritime domains, which include both the sea and airspace above the domains, are critical to the region’s prosperity, stability, and security, including global commerce; Whereas the United States is a longstanding Asia-Pacific power and has a national interest in maintaining freedom of operations in international waters and airspace both in the Asia-Pacific region and around the world; Whereas, for over 60 years, the United States Government, alongside United States allies and partners, has played an instrumental role in maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific, including safeguarding the prosperity and economic growth and development of the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the United States, from the earliest days of the Republic, has had a deep and abiding national security interest in freedom of navigation, freedom of the seas, respect for international law, and unimpeded lawful commerce, including in the East China and South China Seas; Whereas the United States alliance relationships in the region, including with Japan, Korea, Australia, the Philippines, and Thailand, are at the heart of United States policy and engagement in the Asia-Pacific region, and share a common approach to supporting the maintenance of peace and stability, freedom of navigation, and other internationally lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas territorial and maritime claims must be derived from land features and otherwise comport with international law; Whereas the United States Government has a clear interest in encouraging and supporting the nations of the region to work collaboratively and diplomatically to resolve disputes and is firmly opposed to coercion, intimidation, threats, or the use of force; Whereas the South China Sea contains great natural resources, and their stewardship and responsible use offers immense potential benefit for generations to come; Whereas the United States is not a claimant party in either the East China or South China Seas, but does have an interest in the peaceful diplomatic resolution of disputed claims in accordance with international law, in freedom of operations, and in the free-flow of commerce free of coercion, intimidation, or the use of force; Whereas the United States supports the obligation of all members of the United Nations to seek to resolve disputes by peaceful means; Whereas freedom of navigation and other lawful uses of sea and airspace in the Asia-Pacific region are embodied in international law, not granted by certain states to others; Whereas, on November 23, 2013, the People’s Republic of China unilaterally and without prior consultations with the United States, Japan, the Republic of Korea or other nations of the Asia-Pacific region, declared an Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in the East China Sea, also announcing that all aircraft entering the PRC’s self-declared ADIZ, even if they do not intend to enter Chinese territorial airspace, would have to submit flight plans, maintain radio contact, and follow directions from the Chinese Ministry of National Defense or face emergency defensive measures ; Whereas the rules of engagement declared by China, including the emergency defensive measures , are in violation of the concept of “due regard for the safety of civil aviation” under the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization’s Chicago Convention and thereby are a departure from accepted practice; Whereas the Chicago Convention of the International Civil Aviation Organization distinguishes between civilian aircraft and state aircraft and provides for the specific obligations of state parties, consistent with customary law, to refrain from resorting to the use of weapons against civil aircraft in flight and … in case of interception, the lives of persons on board and the safety of aircraft must not be endangered ; Whereas international civil aviation is regulated by international agreements, including standards and regulations set by ICAO for aviation safety, security, efficiency and regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection; Whereas, in accordance with the norm of airborne innocent passage, the United States does not recognize the right of a coastal nation to apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter national airspace nor does the United States apply its ADIZ procedures to foreign state aircraft not intending to enter United States airspace; Whereas the United States Government expressed profound concerns with China’s unilateral, provocative, dangerous, and destabilizing declaration of such a zone, including the potential for misunderstandings and miscalculations by aircraft operating lawfully in international airspace; Whereas the People's Republic of China's declaration of an ADIZ in the East China Sea will not alter how the United States Government conducts operations in the region or the unwavering United States commitment to peace, security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the Government of Japan expressed deep concern about the People's Republic of China’s declaration of such a zone, regarding it as an effort to unduly infringe upon the freedom of flight in international airspace and to change the status quo that could escalate tensions and potentially cause unintentional consequences in the East China Sea; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Korea has expressed concern over China’s declared ADIZ, and on December 9, 2013, announced an adjustment to its longstanding Air Defense Identification Zone, which does not encompass territory administered by another country, and did so only after undertaking a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan, and China; Whereas the Government of the Philippines has stressed that China’s declared ADIZ seeks to transfer an entire air zone into Chinese domestic airspace, infringes on freedom of flight in international airspace, and compromises the safety of civil aviation and the national security of affected states, and has called on China to ensure that its actions do not jeopardize regional security and stability; Whereas, on November 26, 2013, the Government of Australia made clear in a statement its opposition to any coercive or unilateral actions to change the status quo in the East China Sea; Whereas, on March 10, 2014, the United States Government and the Government of Japan jointly submitted a letter to the ICAO Secretariat regarding the issue of freedom of overflight by civil aircraft in international airspace and the effective management of civil air traffic within allocated Flight Information Regions (FIR); Whereas Indonesia Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, in a hearing before the Committee on Defense and Foreign Affairs on February 18, 2014, stated, We have firmly told China we will not accept a similar [Air Defense Identification] Zone if it is adopted in the South China Sea. And the signal we have received thus far is, China does not plan to adopt a similar Zone in the South China Sea. ; Whereas over half the world’s merchant tonnage flows through the South China Sea, and over 15,000,000 barrels of oil per day transit the Strait of Malacca, fueling economic growth and prosperity throughout the Asia-Pacific region; Whereas the increasing frequency and assertiveness of patrols and competing regulations over disputed territory and maritime areas and airspace in the South China Sea and the East China Sea are raising tensions and increasing the risk of confrontation; Whereas the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has promoted multilateral talks on disputed areas without settling the issue of sovereignty, and in 2002 joined with China in signing a Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea that committed all parties to those territorial disputes to reaffirm their respect for and commitment to the freedom of navigation in and over flight above the South China Sea as provided for by the universally recognized principles of international law and to resolve their territorial and jurisdictional disputes by peaceful means, without resorting to the threat or use of force ; Whereas ASEAN and China committed in 2002 to develop an effective Code of Conduct when they adopted the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea, yet negotiations are irregular and little progress has been made; Whereas, in recent years, there have been numerous dangerous and destabilizing incidents in waters near the coasts of the Philippines, China, Malaysia, and Vietnam; Whereas the United States Government is deeply concerned about unilateral actions by any claimant seeking to change the status quo through the use of coercion, intimidation, or military force, including the continued restrictions on access to Scarborough Reef and pressure on long-standing Philippine presence at the Second Thomas Shoal by the People’s Republic of China; actions by any state to prevent any other state from exercising its sovereign rights to the resources of the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and continental shelf by making claims to those areas that have no support in international law; declarations of administrative and military districts in contested areas in the South China Sea; and the imposition of new fishing regulations covering disputed areas, which have raised tensions in the region; Whereas international law is important to safeguard the rights and freedoms of all states in the Asia-Pacific region, and the lack of clarity in accordance with international law by claimants with regard to their South China Sea claims can create uncertainty, insecurity, and instability; Whereas the United States Government opposes the use of intimidation, coercion, or force to assert a territorial claim in the South China Sea; Whereas claims in the South China Sea must accord with international law, and those that are not derived from land features are fundamentally flawed; Whereas ASEAN issued Six-Point Principles on the South China Sea on July 20, 2012, whereby ASEAN’s Foreign Ministers reiterated and reaffirmed the commitment of ASEAN Member States to: … 1. the full implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2002); … 2. the Guidelines for the Implementation of the Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea (2011); … 3. the early conclusion of a Regional Code of Conduct in the South China Sea; … 4. the full respect of the universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); … 5. the continued exercise of self-restraint and non-use of force by all parties; and … 6. the peaceful resolution of disputes, in accordance with universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). ; Whereas, in 2013, the Republic of the Philippines properly exercised its rights to peaceful settlement mechanisms with the filing of arbitration case under Article 287 and Annex VII of the Convention on the Law of the Sea in order to achieve a peaceful and durable solution to the dispute, and the United States hopes that all parties in any dispute ultimately abide by the rulings of internationally recognized dispute-settlement bodies; Whereas China and Japan are the world’s second and third largest economies, and have a shared interest in preserving stable maritime domains to continue to support economic growth; Whereas there has been an unprecedented increase in dangerous activities by Chinese maritime agencies in areas near the Senkaku islands, including between 6 and 25 ships of the Government of China intruding into the Japanese territorial sea each month since September 2012, between 26 and 124 ships entering the “contiguous zone” in the same time period, and 9 ships intruding into the territorial sea and 33 ships entering in the contiguous zone in February 2014; Whereas, although the United States Government does not take a position on the ultimate sovereignty of the Senkaku Islands, the United States Government acknowledges that they are under the administration of Japan and opposes any unilateral actions that would seek to undermine such administration; Whereas the United States Senate has previously affirmed that the unilateral actions of a third party will not affect the United States acknowledgment of the administration of Japan over the Senkaku Islands; Whereas the United States remains committed under the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security to respond to any armed attack in the territories under the administration of Japan, has urged all parties to take steps to prevent incidents and manage disagreements through peaceful means, and commends the Government of Japan for its restrained approach in this regard; Whereas both the United States and the People's Republic of China are parties to and are obligated to observe the rules of the Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs); Whereas, on December 5, 2013, the USS Cowpens was lawfully operating in international waters in the South China Sea when a People's Liberation Army Navy vessel reportedly crossed its bow at a distance of less than 500 yards and stopped in the water, forcing the USS Cowpens to take evasive action to avoid a collision; Whereas the reported actions taken by the People's Liberation Army Navy vessel in the USS Cowpens’ incident, as publicly reported, appear contrary to the international legal obligations of the People's Republic of China under COLREGs; Whereas, on May 1, 2014, the People’s Republic of China’s state-owned energy company, CNOOC, placed its deepwater semi-submersible drilling rig Hai Yang Shi You 981 (HD–981), accompanied by over 25 Chinese ships, in Block 143, 120 nautical miles off Vietnam’s coastline; Whereas, from May 1 to May 9, 2014, the number of Chinese vessels escorting HD–981 increased to more than 80, including seven military ships, which aggressively patrolled and intimidated Vietnamese Coast Guard ships in violation of COLREGS, reportedly intentionally rammed multiple Vietnamese vessels, and used helicopters and water cannons to obstruct others; Whereas, on May 5, 2014, vessels from the Maritime Safety Administration of China (MSAC) established an exclusion zone with a radius of three nautical miles around HD–981, which undermines maritime safety in the area and is in violation of universally recognized principles of International Law, including the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS); Whereas China's territorial claims and associated maritime actions in support of the drilling activity that HD-981 commenced on May 1, 2014, have not been clarified under international law, including as defined by the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, constitute a unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force, and appear to be in violation of the 2002 Declaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea; Whereas, on January 19, 1998, the United States and People’s Republic of China signed the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, creating a mechanism for consultation and coordination on operational safety issues in the maritime domain between the United States and the People’s Republic of China; Whereas the Western Pacific Naval Symposium, inaugurated in 1988 and comprising the navies of Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, France, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, the People's Republic of China, the Philippines, the Republic of Korea, the Russian Federation, Singapore, Thailand, Tonga, the United States, and Vietnam, whose countries all border the Pacific Ocean region, provides a forum where leaders of regional navies can meet to discuss cooperative initiatives, discuss regional and global maritime issues, and undertake exercises to strengthen norms and practices that contribute to operational safety, including protocols for unexpected encounters at sea, common ways of communication, common ways of operating, and common ways of engagement; Whereas, Japan and the People’s Republic of China sought to negotiate a Maritime Communications Mechanism between the defense authorities and a Maritime Search and Rescue Agreement and agreed in principle to these agreements to address operational safety on the maritime domains but failed to sign them; Whereas the Changi Command and Control Center in Singapore provides a platform for all the countries of the Western Pacific to share information on what kind of contact at sea and to provide a common operational picture for the region; Whereas 2014 commemorates the 35th anniversary of normalization of diplomatic relations between the United States and the People’s Republic of China, and the United States welcomes the development of a peaceful and prosperous China that becomes a responsible international stakeholder, the government of which respects international norms, international laws, international institutions, and international rules; enhances security and peace; and seeks to advance relations between the United States and China; and Whereas ASEAN plays an important role, in partnership with others in the regional and international community, in addressing maritime security issues in the Asia-Pacific region and the Indian Ocean, including open access to the maritime domain of Asia; Now, therefore, be it
1. Sense of the Senate The Senate— (1) condemns coercive and threatening actions or the use of force to impede freedom of operations in international airspace by military or civilian aircraft, to alter the status quo or to destabilize the Asia-Pacific region; (2) urges the Government of the People’s Republic of China to refrain from implementing the declared East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ), which is contrary to freedom of overflight in international airspace, and to refrain from taking similar provocative actions elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region ; and ; (3) commends the Governments of Japan and of the Republic of Korea for their restraint, and commends the Government of the Republic of Korea for engaging in a deliberate process of consultations with the United States, Japan and China prior to announcing its adjustment of its Air Defense Identification Zone on December 9, 2013, and for its commitment to implement this adjusted Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) in a manner consistent with international practice and respect for the freedom of overflight and other internationally lawful uses of international airspace . ; and (4) calls on the Government of the People's Republic of China to withdraw its HD–981 drilling rig and associated maritime forces from their current positions, to refrain from maritime maneuvers contrary to COLREGS, and to return immediately to the status quo as it existed before May 1, 2014. 2. Statement of Policy It is the policy of the United States to— (1) reaffirm its unwavering commitment and support for allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region, including longstanding United States policy regarding Article V of the United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and that Article V of the United States-Japan Mutual Defense Treaty applies to the Japanese-administered Senkaku Islands; (2) oppose claims that impinge on the rights, freedoms, and lawful use of the sea that belong to all nations; (3) urge all parties to refrain from engaging in destabilizing activities, including illegal occupation or efforts to unlawfully assert administration over disputed claims; (4) ensure that disputes are managed without intimidation, coercion, or force; (5) call on all claimants to clarify or adjust claims in accordance with international law; (6) support efforts by ASEAN and the People's Republic of China to develop an effective Code of Conduct, including the early harvest of agreed-upon elements in the Code of Conduct that can be implemented immediately; (7) reaffirm that an existing body of international rules and guidelines, including the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, done at London October 12, 1972 (COLREGs), is sufficient to ensure the safety of navigation between the United States Armed Forces and the forces of other countries, including the People’s Republic of China; (8) support the development of regional institutions and bodies, including the ASEAN Regional Forum, the ASEAN Defense Minister’s Meeting Plus, the East Asia Summit, and the expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum, to build practical cooperation in the region and reinforce the role of international law; (9) encourage the adoption of mechanisms such as hotlines or emergency procedures for preventing incidents in sensitive areas, managing them if they occur, and preventing disputes from escalating; (10) fully support the rights of claimants to exercise rights they may have to avail themselves of peaceful dispute settlement mechanisms; (11) encourage claimants not to undertake new unilateral attempts to change the status quo since the signing of the 2002 Declaration of Conduct, including not asserting administrative measures or controls in disputed areas in the South China Sea; (12) encourage the deepening of partnerships with other countries in the region for maritime domain awareness and capacity building, as well as efforts by the United States Government to explore the development of appropriate multilateral mechanisms for a common operating picture in the South China Sea that would serve to help countries avoid destabilizing behavior and deter risky and dangerous activities; and (13) assure the continuity of operations by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region, including, when appropriate, in cooperation with partners and allies, to reaffirm the principle of freedom of operations in international waters and airspace in accordance with established principles and practices of international law.
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113 SRES 413 ATS: Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to help prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities.
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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S. RES. 413
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 7, 2014
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Mr. Coons
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(for himself,
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Mr. Menendez
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,
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Mr. Flake
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Mr. Durbin
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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April 11, 2014
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Mr. Menendez
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Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national
interest of the United States to work in close coordination with
international partners to help prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and
mass atrocities.
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Whereas in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the
Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide
declaring that genocide, whether committed in a time of peace or war, is a
crime under international law;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States was the first country to sign the Convention on the Prevention and
Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Senate voted to ratify the
Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide on
February 11, 1986;
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<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000
civilians were killed in a genocide in Rwanda that targeted members of the
Tutsi, moderate Hutu, and Twa populations, resulting in the horrific
deaths of nearly 70 percent of the Tutsi population living in Rwanda;
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<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas the massacres of innocent Rwandan civilians were premeditated and systematic attempts to
eliminate the Tutsi population by Hutu extremists, fueled by hatred and
incitement propagated by newspapers and radio;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas in addition to systematic targeting of an ethnic minority in Rwanda resulting in the mass
slaughter of innocent civilians, rape was also used as a weapon of war;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in
October 1993 following the end of the Rwandan Civil War, its mandate was
insufficient to ensure the protection of large swathes of the population,
demonstrating the inability of the United Nations to effectively respond
to the unfolding genocide and stop or mitigate its impact;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of
formerly exiled Tutsis, began its takeover of the country, which resulted
in an ending of the genocide, though not a complete end to the violence,
including retribution;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as
the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime
of genocide and ultimately prosecuted 63 individuals for war crimes,
including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first
convictions for rape as a weapon of war;
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<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and
mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with
international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and
identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at
risk;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of
Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that
“the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are
genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the
international community to take measures to address the situation
immediately;
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</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of
State Colin Powell before the Committee on Foreign Relations
of the Senate, declared the
ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the
government based in Khartoum against its own people and affecting over
2,400,000 people in Sudan, including an estimated 200,000 fatalities;
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Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in
adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed
that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate
diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means to help protect
populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes
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Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71,
recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and
mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and
urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and
mitigate such acts;
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Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within
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States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help
identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including
genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral
responsibility;
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Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select
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mass
atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of
the
world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to
prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”;
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violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the
globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of
the international community to appropriately respond to and address the
rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities;
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Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the
Government of Bashar al Assad of Syria for the use of chemical weapons
against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August
2013; and
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Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security
Council the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the
Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians:
Now, therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 413 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Menendez , Mr. Flake , Mr. Cardin , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations April 11, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment December 9, 2014 Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to help prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities.
Whereas in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide declaring that genocide, whether committed in a time of peace or war, is a crime under international law; Whereas the United States was the first country to sign the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Senate voted to ratify the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide on February 11, 1986; Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000 civilians were killed in a genocide in Rwanda that targeted members of the Tutsi, moderate Hutu, and Twa populations, resulting in the horrific deaths of nearly 70 percent of the Tutsi population living in Rwanda; Whereas the massacres of innocent Rwandan civilians were premeditated and systematic attempts to eliminate the Tutsi population by Hutu extremists, fueled by hatred and incitement propagated by newspapers and radio; Whereas in addition to systematic targeting of an ethnic minority in Rwanda resulting in the mass slaughter of innocent civilians, rape was also used as a weapon of war; Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in October 1993 following the end of the Rwandan Civil War, its mandate was insufficient to ensure the protection of large swathes of the population, demonstrating the inability of the United Nations to effectively respond to the unfolding genocide and stop or mitigate its impact; Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of formerly exiled Tutsis, began its takeover of the country, which resulted in an ending of the genocide, though not a complete end to the violence, including retribution; Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime of genocide and ultimately prosecuted 63 individuals for war crimes, including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first convictions for rape as a weapon of war; Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at risk; Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that “the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the international community to take measures to address the situation immediately; Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of State Colin Powell before the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, declared the ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the government based in Khartoum against its own people and affecting over 2,400,000 people in Sudan, including an estimated 200,000 fatalities; Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means to help protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity; Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71, recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and mitigate such acts; Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within the United States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral responsibility; Whereas, in July 2013, the National Intelligence Council completed the first ever National Intelligence Estimate on the global risk for mass atrocities and genocide; Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, stating that “the overall risk of mass atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of the world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”; Whereas, despite measures taken by the United States Government and other governments since 1994, the international community still faces the challenges of responding to escalation of violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of the international community to appropriately respond to and address the rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities; Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the Government of Bashar al Assad of Syria for the use of chemical weapons against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August 2013; and Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security Council the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the United Nations designation of April 7th as the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda; (2) honors the memory of the more than 800,000 victims of the Rwandan genocide and expresses sympathy for those whose lives were forever changed by this horrific event; (3) expresses support for the people of Rwanda as they remember the victims of genocide; (4) affirms it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities; (5) condemns ongoing acts of violence and mass atrocities perpetrated against innocent civilians in Syria, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Sudan and elsewhere; (6) urges the President to confer with Congress on an ongoing basis regarding the priorities and objectives of the Atrocities Prevention Board; (7) urges the President to work with Congress to strengthen the United States Government’s ability to identify and more rapidly respond to genocide and mass atrocities in order to prevent where possible and mitigate the impact of such events; (8) clarifies that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an authorization for the use of force or a declaration of war; and (9) supports ongoing United States and international efforts to— (A) strengthen multilateral peacekeeping capacities; (B) build capacity for democratic rule of law, security sector reform, and other measures to improve civilian protection in areas of conflict; (C) ensure measures of accountability for perpetrators of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity; and (D) strengthen the work of United States and international institutions, such as the Holocaust Memorial Museum, which are working to document, identify, and prevent mass atrocities and inspire citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred and prevent genocide. |
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April 7, 2014
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Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national
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Whereas, in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the
Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide
declaring that genocide, whether committed in a time of peace or war, is a
crime under international law;
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Whereas the United States was the first country to sign the Convention on the Prevention and
Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Senate voted to ratify the
Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide on
February 11, 1986;
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Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000
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deaths of nearly 70 percent of the Tutsi population living in Rwanda;
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Whereas the massacres of innocent Rwandan civilians were premeditated and systematic attempts to
eliminate the Tutsi population by Hutu extremists, fueled by hatred and
incitement propagated by newspapers and radio;
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Whereas, in addition to systematic targeting of an ethnic minority in Rwanda resulting in the mass
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Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in
October 1993 following the end of the Rwandan Civil War, its mandate was
insufficient to ensure the protection of large swathes of the population,
demonstrating the inability of the United Nations to effectively respond
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Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of
formerly exiled Tutsis, began its takeover of the country, which resulted
in an ending of the genocide, though not a complete end to the violence,
including retribution;
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Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as
the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime
of genocide and ultimately prosecuted 63 individuals for war crimes,
including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first
convictions for rape as a weapon of war;
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Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and
mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with
international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and
identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at
risk;
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Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of
Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that
“the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are
genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the
international community to take measures to address the situation
immediately;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of
State Colin Powell before the Committee on Foreign Relations
of the Senate, declared the
ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the
government based in Khartoum against its own people and affecting over
2,400,000 people in Sudan, including an estimated 200,000 fatalities;
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Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in
adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed
that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate
diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means, in accordance with
Chapter VI (Military enforcement) and VIII (Regional Arrangements) of the
United Nations Charter, to help protect populations from genocide, war
crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity;
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Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71,
recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and
mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and
urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and
mitigate such acts;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within
the United
States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help
identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including
genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral
responsibility;
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Whereas, in July 2013, the National Intelligence Council completed the first ever National
Intelligence Estimate on the global risk for mass atrocities and genocide;
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Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select
Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, stating that “the overall risk of
mass
atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of
the
world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to
prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”;
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Whereas, despite measures taken by the United States Government and other governments since 1994,
the international
community still faces the challenges of responding to escalation of
violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the
globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of
the international community to appropriately respond to and address the
rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities;
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Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the
Government of Bashar al Assad of Syria for the use of chemical weapons
against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August
2013; and
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Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security
Council the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the
Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians:
Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the United Nations designation of April 7th as the International Day of Reflection on
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affirms it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with
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condemns ongoing acts of violence and mass atrocities perpetrated against innocent civilians in
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urges the President to confer with Congress on an ongoing basis regarding the priorities and
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urges the President to work with Congress to strengthen the United States Government’s ability to
identify and more rapidly respond to genocide and mass atrocities in order
to prevent where possible and mitigate the impact of such events; and
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supports ongoing United States and international efforts to—
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build capacity for democratic rule of law, security sector reform, and other measures to improve
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ensure measures of accountability for perpetrators of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity;
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strengthen the work of United States and international institutions, such as the Holocaust Memorial
Museum, which are working to document, identify, and prevent mass
atrocities and inspire citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred
and prevent genocide.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 413 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Flake ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to help prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities.
Whereas, in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide declaring that genocide, whether committed in a time of peace or war, is a crime under international law; Whereas the United States was the first country to sign the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Senate voted to ratify the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide on February 11, 1986; Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000 civilians were killed in a genocide in Rwanda that targeted members of the Tutsi, moderate Hutu, and Twa populations, resulting in the horrific deaths of nearly 70 percent of the Tutsi population living in Rwanda; Whereas the massacres of innocent Rwandan civilians were premeditated and systematic attempts to eliminate the Tutsi population by Hutu extremists, fueled by hatred and incitement propagated by newspapers and radio; Whereas, in addition to systematic targeting of an ethnic minority in Rwanda resulting in the mass slaughter of innocent civilians, rape was also used as a weapon of war; Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in October 1993 following the end of the Rwandan Civil War, its mandate was insufficient to ensure the protection of large swathes of the population, demonstrating the inability of the United Nations to effectively respond to the unfolding genocide and stop or mitigate its impact; Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of formerly exiled Tutsis, began its takeover of the country, which resulted in an ending of the genocide, though not a complete end to the violence, including retribution; Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime of genocide and ultimately prosecuted 63 individuals for war crimes, including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first convictions for rape as a weapon of war; Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at risk; Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that “the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the international community to take measures to address the situation immediately; Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of State Colin Powell before the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, declared the ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the government based in Khartoum against its own people and affecting over 2,400,000 people in Sudan, including an estimated 200,000 fatalities; Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means, in accordance with Chapter VI (Military enforcement) and VIII (Regional Arrangements) of the United Nations Charter, to help protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity; Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71, recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and mitigate such acts; Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within the United States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral responsibility; Whereas, in July 2013, the National Intelligence Council completed the first ever National Intelligence Estimate on the global risk for mass atrocities and genocide; Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, stating that “the overall risk of mass atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of the world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”; Whereas, despite measures taken by the United States Government and other governments since 1994, the international community still faces the challenges of responding to escalation of violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of the international community to appropriately respond to and address the rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities; Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the Government of Bashar al Assad of Syria for the use of chemical weapons against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August 2013; and Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security Council the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the United Nations designation of April 7th as the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda; (2) honors the memory of the more than 800,000 victims of the Rwandan genocide and expresses sympathy for those whose lives were forever changed by this horrific event; (3) expresses support for the people of Rwanda as they remember the victims of genocide; (4) affirms it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities; (5) condemns ongoing acts of violence and mass atrocities perpetrated against innocent civilians in Syria, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Sudan and elsewhere; (6) urges the President to confer with Congress on an ongoing basis regarding the priorities and objectives of the Atrocities Prevention Board; (7) urges the President to work with Congress to strengthen the United States Government’s ability to identify and more rapidly respond to genocide and mass atrocities in order to prevent where possible and mitigate the impact of such events; and (8) supports ongoing United States and international efforts to— (A) strengthen multilateral peacekeeping capacities; (B) build capacity for democratic rule of law, security sector reform, and other measures to improve civilian protection in areas of conflict; (C) ensure measures of accountability for perpetrators of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity; and (D) strengthen the work of United States and international institutions, such as the Holocaust Memorial Museum, which are working to document, identify, and prevent mass atrocities and inspire citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred and prevent genocide. |
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Whereas, in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the
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Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000
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Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in
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Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of
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Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as
the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime
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including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first
convictions for rape as a weapon of war;
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Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and
mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with
international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and
identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at
risk;
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Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of
Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that
“the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are
genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the
international community to take measures to address the situation
immediately;
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Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of
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ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the
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Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in
adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed
that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate
diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means, in accordance with
Chapter VI (Military enforcement) and VIII (Regional Arrangements) of the
United Nations Charter, to help protect populations from genocide, war
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Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71,
recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and
mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and
urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and
mitigate such acts;
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Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within
the United
States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help
identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including
genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral
responsibility;
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Whereas, in July 2013, the National Intelligence Council completed the first ever National
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Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select
Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, stating that “the overall risk of
mass
atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of
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world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to
prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”;
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Whereas, despite measures taken by the United States Government and other governments since 1994,
the international
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violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the
globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of
the international community to appropriately respond to and address the
rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities;
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Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the
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against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August
2013; and
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Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security
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Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians:
Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the United Nations designation of April 7th as the International Day of Reflection on
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| III Calendar No. 363 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 413 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Flake ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations April 11, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Recognizing 20 years since the genocide in Rwanda, and affirming it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to help prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities.
Whereas, in the aftermath of the Holocaust, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide declaring that genocide, whether committed in a time of peace or war, is a crime under international law; Whereas the United States was the first country to sign the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, and the Senate voted to ratify the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide on February 11, 1986; Whereas, for approximately 100 days between April 7, 1994, and July 1994, more than 800,000 civilians were killed in a genocide in Rwanda that targeted members of the Tutsi, moderate Hutu, and Twa populations, resulting in the horrific deaths of nearly 70 percent of the Tutsi population living in Rwanda; Whereas the massacres of innocent Rwandan civilians were premeditated and systematic attempts to eliminate the Tutsi population by Hutu extremists, fueled by hatred and incitement propagated by newspapers and radio; Whereas, in addition to systematic targeting of an ethnic minority in Rwanda resulting in the mass slaughter of innocent civilians, rape was also used as a weapon of war; Whereas, despite the deployment of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR) in October 1993 following the end of the Rwandan Civil War, its mandate was insufficient to ensure the protection of large swathes of the population, demonstrating the inability of the United Nations to effectively respond to the unfolding genocide and stop or mitigate its impact; Whereas, on July 4, 1994, the Rwandan Patriotic Front, a trained military group consisting of formerly exiled Tutsis, began its takeover of the country, which resulted in an ending of the genocide, though not a complete end to the violence, including retribution; Whereas, in October 1994, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) was established as the first international tribunal with the mandate to prosecute the crime of genocide and ultimately prosecuted 63 individuals for war crimes, including genocide and crimes against humanity as well as the first convictions for rape as a weapon of war; Whereas the United States Government supports initiatives to ensure that victims of genocide and mass atrocities are not forgotten, and has committed to work with international partners to help prevent genocide and mass atrocities and identify and support a range of actions to protect civilian populations at risk; Whereas, in July 2004, the Senate adopted Senate Concurrent Resolution 133 and the House of Representatives adopted House Concurrent Resolution 467, declaring that “the atrocities unfolding in Darfur, Sudan, are genocide”, and calling on the United States Government and the international community to take measures to address the situation immediately; Whereas, in September 2004, the United States Government, in testimony by Secretary of State Colin Powell before the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate, declared the ongoing conflict in Darfur, Sudan, a “genocide” perpetrated by the government based in Khartoum against its own people and affecting over 2,400,000 people in Sudan, including an estimated 200,000 fatalities; Whereas, in September 2005, the United States joined other members of the United Nations in adopting United Nations General Assembly Resolution 60/1, which affirmed that the international community has a responsibility to use appropriate diplomatic, humanitarian and other peaceful means, in accordance with Chapter VI (Military enforcement) and VIII (Regional Arrangements) of the United Nations Charter, to help protect populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity; Whereas, in December 2011, the Senate unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 71, recognizing the United States national interest in helping to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and other mass atrocities against civilians, and urging the development of a whole of government approach to prevent and mitigate such acts; Whereas, in April 2012, President Barack Obama established the Atrocities Prevention Board within the United States inter-agency structure, chaired by National Security staff, to help identify and more effectively address atrocity threats, including genocide, as a core national security interest and core moral responsibility; Whereas, in July 2013, the National Intelligence Council completed the first ever National Intelligence Estimate on the global risk for mass atrocities and genocide; Whereas, in January 2014, the National Director of Intelligence testified before the Select Committee on Intelligence of the Senate, stating that “the overall risk of mass atrocities worldwide will probably increase in 2014 and beyond. … Much of the world will almost certainly turn to the United States for leadership to prevent and respond to mass atrocities.”; Whereas, despite measures taken by the United States Government and other governments since 1994, the international community still faces the challenges of responding to escalation of violence, atrocities, and religious-based conflict in many corners of the globe, including Syria and the Central African Republic, and a failure of the international community to appropriately respond to and address the rapidly deteriorating situation could result in further atrocities; Whereas the United Nations Security Council was unable to pass a resolution condemning the Government of Bashar al Assad of Syria for the use of chemical weapons against civilians, killing more than 1,400 of his own people in August 2013; and Whereas United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon recommended to the United Nations Security Council the establishment of a United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Central African Republic with the primary mandate to protect civilians: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the United Nations designation of April 7th as the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda; (2) honors the memory of the more than 800,000 victims of the Rwandan genocide and expresses sympathy for those whose lives were forever changed by this horrific event; (3) expresses support for the people of Rwanda as they remember the victims of genocide; (4) affirms it is in the national interest of the United States to work in close coordination with international partners to prevent and mitigate acts of genocide and mass atrocities; (5) condemns ongoing acts of violence and mass atrocities perpetrated against innocent civilians in Syria, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Sudan and elsewhere; (6) urges the President to confer with Congress on an ongoing basis regarding the priorities and objectives of the Atrocities Prevention Board; (7) urges the President to work with Congress to strengthen the United States Government’s ability to identify and more rapidly respond to genocide and mass atrocities in order to prevent where possible and mitigate the impact of such events; and (8) supports ongoing United States and international efforts to— (A) strengthen multilateral peacekeeping capacities; (B) build capacity for democratic rule of law, security sector reform, and other measures to improve civilian protection in areas of conflict; (C) ensure measures of accountability for perpetrators of mass atrocities and crimes against humanity; and (D) strengthen the work of United States and international institutions, such as the Holocaust Memorial Museum, which are working to document, identify, and prevent mass atrocities and inspire citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred and prevent genocide.
April 11, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Whereas congenital diaphragmatic hernia (referred to in this preamble as
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Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recognizes CDH as a birth defect;
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Whereas the majority of CDH patients suffer from underdeveloped lungs or poor pulmonary function;
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Whereas babies born with CDH endure extended hospital stays in intensive care with multiple
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Whereas CDH patients often endure long-term complications, such as pulmonary hypertension,
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<text>
Whereas surgical repair is often not a permanent solution for CDH and can lead to reherniation and
require additional surgery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas CDH is diagnosed in utero in less than 50 percent of cases;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas infants born with CDH have a high mortality rate, ranging from 20 to 60 percent, depending
on the severity of the defect and interventions available at delivery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas CDH has a rate of occurrence of 1 in every 3,800 live births worldwide;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas CDH affects approximately 1,088 babies each year in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas CDH has affected more than 700,000 babies worldwide since 2000;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas CDH does not discriminate based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the cause of CDH is unknown;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the average CDH survivor will face postnatal care of at least $100,000; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Federal support for CDH research at the National Institutes of Health for 2013 is estimated
to be not more than $3,000,000:
Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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designates April 2014 as
<quote>
National Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Month
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declares that steps should be taken to—
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raise awareness of and increase public knowledge about congenital diaphragmatic hernia (referred to
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CDH
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</text>
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inform minority populations about CDH;
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disseminate information on the importance of quality neonatal care of CDH patients;
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<enum>
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promote quality prenatal care and ultrasounds to detect CDH in utero; and
</text>
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increase research funding in an amount commensurate with the burden of CDH to—
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improve screening and treatment for CDH;
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discover the causes of CDH; and
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develop a cure for CDH; and
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calls on the people of the United States, interest groups, and affected persons to—
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promote awareness of CDH;
</text>
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<enum>
(B)
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take an active role in the fight against this devastating birth defect; and
</text>
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<enum>
(C)
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<text>
observe National Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and
activities.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 414 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Sessions (for himself and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 2014 as National Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Month .
Whereas congenital diaphragmatic hernia (referred to in this preamble as CDH ) occurs when the diaphragm fails to fully form, allowing abdominal organs to migrate into the chest cavity and preventing lung growth; Whereas the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recognizes CDH as a birth defect; Whereas the majority of CDH patients suffer from underdeveloped lungs or poor pulmonary function; Whereas babies born with CDH endure extended hospital stays in intensive care with multiple surgeries; Whereas CDH patients often endure long-term complications, such as pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary hypoplasia, asthma, gastrointestinal reflex, feeding disorders, and developmental delays; Whereas CDH survivors sometimes endure long-term mechanical ventilation dependency, skeletal malformations, supplemental oxygen dependency, enteral and parenteral nutrition, and hypoxic brain injury; Whereas CDH is treated through mechanical ventilation, a heart and lung bypass (commonly known as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ), machines, and surgical repair; Whereas surgical repair is often not a permanent solution for CDH and can lead to reherniation and require additional surgery; Whereas CDH is diagnosed in utero in less than 50 percent of cases; Whereas infants born with CDH have a high mortality rate, ranging from 20 to 60 percent, depending on the severity of the defect and interventions available at delivery; Whereas CDH has a rate of occurrence of 1 in every 3,800 live births worldwide; Whereas CDH affects approximately 1,088 babies each year in the United States; Whereas CDH has affected more than 700,000 babies worldwide since 2000; Whereas CDH does not discriminate based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status; Whereas the cause of CDH is unknown; Whereas the average CDH survivor will face postnatal care of at least $100,000; and Whereas Federal support for CDH research at the National Institutes of Health for 2013 is estimated to be not more than $3,000,000: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates April 2014 as National Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Month ; (2) declares that steps should be taken to— (A) raise awareness of and increase public knowledge about congenital diaphragmatic hernia (referred to in this resolution as CDH ); (B) inform minority populations about CDH; (C) disseminate information on the importance of quality neonatal care of CDH patients; (D) promote quality prenatal care and ultrasounds to detect CDH in utero; and (E) increase research funding in an amount commensurate with the burden of CDH to— (i) improve screening and treatment for CDH; (ii) discover the causes of CDH; and (iii) develop a cure for CDH; and (3) calls on the people of the United States, interest groups, and affected persons to— (A) promote awareness of CDH; (B) take an active role in the fight against this devastating birth defect; and (C) observe National Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Month with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Ms. Warren
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Ms. Heitkamp
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
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Whereas the week of April 7 through April 13, 2014, is National Public Health Week, and the theme
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Public Health: Start Here
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<whereas>
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Whereas since 1995, public health organizations have used National Public Health Week to educate
the public, policymakers, and public health professionals about issues
that are important to improving the health of the people of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the public health system that keeps our communities healthy and safe is changing as
technologies advance, public attitudes toward health shift, and more
health and safety options become available;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the value of a strong public health system is in the air we breathe, the water we drink,
the food we eat, and the places where we live, learn, work, and play;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas public health professionals help communities prepare for, withstand, and recover from the
impact of natural and man-made disasters;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the Institute of Medicine, despite being one of the wealthiest nations in the
world, the United States still ranks below many other economically
prosperous countries in life expectancy, infant mortality, low birth
weight, and many other indicators of public health;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas studies have shown that small strategic investments in preventive health care could result
in significant savings in overall health care costs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas research suggests that each 10 percent increase in local public health spending contributes
to a 6.9 percent decrease in infant deaths, a 3.2 percent decrease in
cardiovascular deaths, a 1.4 percent decrease in deaths due to diabetes,
and a 1.1 percent decrease in cancer deaths;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in communities across the country, people are changing the way they care for their health
by avoiding tobacco use, eating well, being physically active, and
preventing injuries at home and in the workplace; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas by adequately supporting public health and preventive health care, we can continue to
transition from a public health system focused on treating illness to one
focused on preventing disease and promoting wellness: Now, therefore, be
it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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supports the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week;
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recognizes the efforts of public health professionals, the Federal Government, States, Tribes,
municipalities, local communities, and individuals in preventing disease
and injury;
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recognizes the role of the public health system in improving the health of individuals in the
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(4)
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encourages increasing the efforts and resources devoted to improving the health of people in the
United States and to making the United States the healthiest nation in the
world in one generation through—
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greater opportunities to improve community health and prevent disease and injury; and
</text>
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strengthening the public health system of the United States; and
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encourages the people of the United States to learn about the role of the public health system in
improving health in the United States.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 415 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Udall of New Mexico (for himself, Mr. Brown , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Begich , Ms. Warren , Ms. Heitkamp , and Mrs. Hagan ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week.
Whereas the week of April 7 through April 13, 2014, is National Public Health Week, and the theme for 2014 is Public Health: Start Here ; Whereas since 1995, public health organizations have used National Public Health Week to educate the public, policymakers, and public health professionals about issues that are important to improving the health of the people of the United States; Whereas the public health system that keeps our communities healthy and safe is changing as technologies advance, public attitudes toward health shift, and more health and safety options become available; Whereas the value of a strong public health system is in the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the places where we live, learn, work, and play; Whereas public health professionals help communities prepare for, withstand, and recover from the impact of natural and man-made disasters; Whereas according to the Institute of Medicine, despite being one of the wealthiest nations in the world, the United States still ranks below many other economically prosperous countries in life expectancy, infant mortality, low birth weight, and many other indicators of public health; Whereas studies have shown that small strategic investments in preventive health care could result in significant savings in overall health care costs; Whereas research suggests that each 10 percent increase in local public health spending contributes to a 6.9 percent decrease in infant deaths, a 3.2 percent decrease in cardiovascular deaths, a 1.4 percent decrease in deaths due to diabetes, and a 1.1 percent decrease in cancer deaths; Whereas in communities across the country, people are changing the way they care for their health by avoiding tobacco use, eating well, being physically active, and preventing injuries at home and in the workplace; and Whereas by adequately supporting public health and preventive health care, we can continue to transition from a public health system focused on treating illness to one focused on preventing disease and promoting wellness: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Public Health Week; (2) recognizes the efforts of public health professionals, the Federal Government, States, Tribes, municipalities, local communities, and individuals in preventing disease and injury; (3) recognizes the role of the public health system in improving the health of individuals in the United States; (4) encourages increasing the efforts and resources devoted to improving the health of people in the United States and to making the United States the healthiest nation in the world in one generation through— (A) greater opportunities to improve community health and prevent disease and injury; and (B) strengthening the public health system of the United States; and (5) encourages the people of the United States to learn about the role of the public health system in improving health in the United States. |
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April 7, 2014
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That paragraph 1 of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the United States
Capitol (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) be
temporarily suspended for the sole and specific purpose of permitting the
Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the United States Senate in
actual session on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at the hour of 2:15 p.m.
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The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate is authorized and directed to make the necessary arrangements
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 416 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 7, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Authorizing the taking of a photograph in the Chamber of the United States Senate.
That paragraph 1 of Rule IV of the Rules for the Regulation of the Senate Wing of the United States Capitol (prohibiting the taking of pictures in the Senate Chamber) be temporarily suspended for the sole and specific purpose of permitting the Senate Photographic Studio to photograph the United States Senate in actual session on Tuesday, May 6, 2014, at the hour of 2:15 p.m. 2. The Sergeant at Arms of the Senate is authorized and directed to make the necessary arrangements therefore, which arrangements shall provide for a minimum of disruption to Senate proceedings. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 8, 2014
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
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Mr. Alexander
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,
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Mr. Brown
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,
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Mr. Heinrich
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Mr. Udall of New Mexico
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Mr. Corker
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Mr. Graham
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,
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Mr. McConnell
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S349">
Mr. Portman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S288">
Ms. Murkowski
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S198">
Mr. Reid
</cosponsor>
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Designating October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.
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Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men
and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the
United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for
their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the
United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service,
and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the
United
States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009,
Senate
Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate
Resolution
275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution
519,
112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th
Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has
been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of
nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the
United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize
the
contribution of those workers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time
capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing
nuclear weapons program workers; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be
recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for
the
defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates
October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons
program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, of the
United
States; and
</text>
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(2)
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encourages the
people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate
ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30,
2014, as
a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear
weapons program of the United States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 417 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Brown , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Corker , Mr. Graham , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Portman , Ms. Murkowski , and Mr. Reid ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary July 9, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.
Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United States; Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses; Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service, and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the United States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009, Senate Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate Resolution 275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution 519, 112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013; Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize the contribution of those workers; Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing nuclear weapons program workers; and Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for the defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, of the United States; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear weapons program of the United States. |
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Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men
and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the
United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United
States;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for
their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the
United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service,
and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the
United
States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009,
Senate
Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate
Resolution
275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution
519,
112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th
Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has
been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of
nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the
United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize
the
contribution of those workers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time
capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing
nuclear weapons program workers; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be
recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for
the
defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
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designates
October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons
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United
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people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate
ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30,
2014, as
a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear
weapons program of the United States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 417 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Alexander , Mr. Brown , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Corker , Mr. Graham , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Portman , and Ms. Murkowski ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for nuclear weapons program workers.
Whereas, since World War II, hundreds of thousands of men and women, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, have served the United States by building nuclear weapons for the defense of the United States; Whereas those dedicated workers paid a high price for their service to develop a nuclear weapons program for the benefit of the United States, including by developing disabling or fatal illnesses; Whereas the Senate recognized the contribution, service, and sacrifice those patriotic men and women made for the defense of the United States in Senate Resolution 151, 111th Congress, agreed to May 20, 2009, Senate Resolution 653, 111th Congress, agreed to September 28, 2010, Senate Resolution 275, 112th Congress, agreed to September 26, 2011, Senate Resolution 519, 112th Congress, agreed to August 1, 2012, and Senate Resolution 164, 113th Congress, agreed to September 18, 2013; Whereas a national day of remembrance time capsule has been crossing the United States, collecting artifacts and the stories of nuclear weapons program workers relating to the nuclear defense era of the United States, and a remembrance quilt has been constructed to memorialize the contribution of those workers; Whereas the stories and artifacts reflected in the time capsule and the remembrance quilt reinforce the importance of recognizing nuclear weapons program workers; and Whereas those patriotic men and women deserve to be recognized for the contribution, service, and sacrifice they have made for the defense of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for the nuclear weapons program workers, including uranium miners, millers, and haulers, of the United States; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to support and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other activities to commemorate October 30, 2014, as a national day of remembrance for past and present workers in the nuclear weapons program of the United States. |
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<superscript>
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Whereas in 1856, philanthropist and former postmaster general Amos Kendall donated land on his
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deaf youth, and, 8 years later, President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill
authorizing the institution to grant college degrees;
</text>
</whereas>
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<text>
Whereas theology graduate Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet was inspired to dedicate his life to educating
deaf people after tutoring Alice Cogswell, a 9-year-old deaf neighbor, and
traveled to France, where he learned a manual communication method of
instruction developed by renowned French educators Abbe Sicard, Laurent
Clerc, and Jean Massieu;
</text>
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<text>
Whereas upon returning to the United States, Gallaudet established the American School for the
Deaf, the first permanent school for deaf children in the United States,
in Hartford, Connecticut;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1857, Thomas Gallaudet's youngest son, Edward Miner Gallaudet, took up his father's
cause when
he and his deaf mother, Sophia Fowler Gallaudet, were invited by Kendall
to run the newly established Columbia Institution for the Instruction of
the Deaf and Dumb and the Blind in Washington, DC;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas with Kendall's resources and Edward Gallaudet's leadership and vision, the fledgling school
grew
and flourished, expanding to provide instruction for aspiring teachers of
the deaf and becoming the world's first, and currently only,
institution of higher education devoted to deaf and hard of hearing
students and to hearing students who wish to pursue careers as
professionals
serving the deaf community;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas following the 1969 signing of the Model Secondary School for the Deaf Act
(MSSD) by President Lyndon Johnson, Secretary of the United States
Department of Health,
Education, and Welfare Wilbur Cohen and Gallaudet President Leonard Elstad
signed an
agreement authorizing the establishment and operation of the MSSD on the
Gallaudet campus;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1970, President Richard Nixon signed a bill to authorize the establishment of Kendall
Demonstration Elementary School (along with MSSD, a component of
Gallaudet's Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center), devoted to the
creation and dissemination of educational opportunities for deaf students
nationwide;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas by an Act of Congress, Gallaudet was granted university status in October 1986, and in
March 1988, the Deaf President Now (DPN) movement led to the appointment
of
the University's first deaf president, Dr. I. King Jordan, and the first
deaf chair of the Board of Trustees, Philip Bravin;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the DPN movement has become synonymous with self-determination and empowerment for deaf
and hard of hearing people everywhere;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the new millennium at Gallaudet has brought events such as the Deaf Way II festival, the
opening of the technology-rich I. King Jordan Student Academic Center, and
the dedication of the James Lee Sorenson Language and Communication
Center, a unique facility that provides an inclusive learning environment
compatible with the visu-centric
<quote>
deaf way of being
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Gallaudet's undergraduate students can choose from more than 40 majors leading to bachelor
of arts or bachelor of science degrees, and students can enroll in
graduate and certificate programs, leading to master of arts, master of
science, doctoral, and specialist degrees in a variety of fields involving
professional service to deaf and hard of hearing people;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas through the Gallaudet University career center, students receive internships that provide a
wealth of
experiential learning opportunities, including placements in local and
Federal Government offices;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas today Gallaudet is viewed by deaf and hearing people alike as a primary resource for all
things related to deaf and hard of hearing people, including educational
and career opportunities, open communication and visual learning, deaf
history and culture, American Sign Language, and technology that impacts
the deaf community;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Gallaudet student-athletes have consistently gained national and international recognition
over the years for their accomplishments in a variety of sports, while
also being recognized for their success in the classroom by being named
All-Academic honorees within their collegiate conferences by
posting cumulative grade point averages of 3.20 or higher during the year;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Gallaudet’s anniversary goals are to—
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(1)
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honor its years of academic excellence;
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(2)
</enum>
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use this milestone to launch new initiatives, discussions, and partnerships that will lead the
University
forward;
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(3)
</enum>
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emphasize that Gallaudet is first and foremost a university in which academic discourse plays a
central role;
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(4)
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recognize the University’s unique place in deaf history;
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(5)
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acknowledge and celebrate both the continuity and the change the campus has seen, including
Gallaudet University’s progression towards a greater diversity of people
and
ideas;
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(6)
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demonstrate Gallaudet’s impact on the world and underscore the University’s leadership role on the
local, national, and international level; and
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(7)
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highlight the continuous support of Gallaudet’s alumni and collaborations with the Gallaudet
University Alumni Association; and
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Gallaudet’s 150
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
year theme is
<quote>
Gallaudet University: Celebrating 150 Years of Visionary Leadership
</quote>
, and this theme will guide decisions on all activities planned in recognition of Gallaudet
University’s sesquicentennial: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate honors Gallaudet University on the occasion of its 150
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
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the world.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 418 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Mr. Brown (for himself and Mr. Enzi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION To honor Gallaudet University, a premier institution of higher education for deaf and hard of hearing people in the United States, on the occasion of its 150 th anniversary and to recognize the impact of the University on higher education.
Whereas in 1856, philanthropist and former postmaster general Amos Kendall donated land on his estate in northeast Washington, DC, for a place to educate the city’s deaf youth, and, 8 years later, President Abraham Lincoln signed a bill authorizing the institution to grant college degrees; Whereas theology graduate Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet was inspired to dedicate his life to educating deaf people after tutoring Alice Cogswell, a 9-year-old deaf neighbor, and traveled to France, where he learned a manual communication method of instruction developed by renowned French educators Abbe Sicard, Laurent Clerc, and Jean Massieu; Whereas upon returning to the United States, Gallaudet established the American School for the Deaf, the first permanent school for deaf children in the United States, in Hartford, Connecticut; Whereas in 1857, Thomas Gallaudet's youngest son, Edward Miner Gallaudet, took up his father's cause when he and his deaf mother, Sophia Fowler Gallaudet, were invited by Kendall to run the newly established Columbia Institution for the Instruction of the Deaf and Dumb and the Blind in Washington, DC; Whereas with Kendall's resources and Edward Gallaudet's leadership and vision, the fledgling school grew and flourished, expanding to provide instruction for aspiring teachers of the deaf and becoming the world's first, and currently only, institution of higher education devoted to deaf and hard of hearing students and to hearing students who wish to pursue careers as professionals serving the deaf community; Whereas following the 1969 signing of the Model Secondary School for the Deaf Act (MSSD) by President Lyndon Johnson, Secretary of the United States Department of Health, Education, and Welfare Wilbur Cohen and Gallaudet President Leonard Elstad signed an agreement authorizing the establishment and operation of the MSSD on the Gallaudet campus; Whereas in 1970, President Richard Nixon signed a bill to authorize the establishment of Kendall Demonstration Elementary School (along with MSSD, a component of Gallaudet's Laurent Clerc National Deaf Education Center), devoted to the creation and dissemination of educational opportunities for deaf students nationwide; Whereas by an Act of Congress, Gallaudet was granted university status in October 1986, and in March 1988, the Deaf President Now (DPN) movement led to the appointment of the University's first deaf president, Dr. I. King Jordan, and the first deaf chair of the Board of Trustees, Philip Bravin; Whereas the DPN movement has become synonymous with self-determination and empowerment for deaf and hard of hearing people everywhere; Whereas the new millennium at Gallaudet has brought events such as the Deaf Way II festival, the opening of the technology-rich I. King Jordan Student Academic Center, and the dedication of the James Lee Sorenson Language and Communication Center, a unique facility that provides an inclusive learning environment compatible with the visu-centric deaf way of being ; Whereas Gallaudet's undergraduate students can choose from more than 40 majors leading to bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degrees, and students can enroll in graduate and certificate programs, leading to master of arts, master of science, doctoral, and specialist degrees in a variety of fields involving professional service to deaf and hard of hearing people; Whereas through the Gallaudet University career center, students receive internships that provide a wealth of experiential learning opportunities, including placements in local and Federal Government offices; Whereas today Gallaudet is viewed by deaf and hearing people alike as a primary resource for all things related to deaf and hard of hearing people, including educational and career opportunities, open communication and visual learning, deaf history and culture, American Sign Language, and technology that impacts the deaf community; Whereas Gallaudet student-athletes have consistently gained national and international recognition over the years for their accomplishments in a variety of sports, while also being recognized for their success in the classroom by being named All-Academic honorees within their collegiate conferences by posting cumulative grade point averages of 3.20 or higher during the year; Whereas Gallaudet’s anniversary goals are to— (1) honor its years of academic excellence; (2) use this milestone to launch new initiatives, discussions, and partnerships that will lead the University forward; (3) emphasize that Gallaudet is first and foremost a university in which academic discourse plays a central role; (4) recognize the University’s unique place in deaf history; (5) acknowledge and celebrate both the continuity and the change the campus has seen, including Gallaudet University’s progression towards a greater diversity of people and ideas; (6) demonstrate Gallaudet’s impact on the world and underscore the University’s leadership role on the local, national, and international level; and (7) highlight the continuous support of Gallaudet’s alumni and collaborations with the Gallaudet University Alumni Association; and Whereas Gallaudet’s 150 th year theme is Gallaudet University: Celebrating 150 Years of Visionary Leadership , and this theme will guide decisions on all activities planned in recognition of Gallaudet University’s sesquicentennial: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate honors Gallaudet University on the occasion of its 150 th anniversary and recognizes its contributions to higher education in the United States and around the world. |
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113 SRES 419 IS: Recognizing the celebration of National Student Employment Week 2014 at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 8, 2014
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Ms. Klobuchar
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Recognizing the celebration of National Student Employment Week 2014 at the University of Minnesota
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<text>
Whereas National Student Employment Week offers the
University of Minnesota Duluth the opportunity to recognize students who
work
while attending college;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth is committed to
increasing awareness of student employment as an educational experience
for
students and as an alternative to financial aid;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are nearly 1,500 student employees at the
University of Minnesota Duluth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth recognizes the
importance of student employees to their employers; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas National Student Employment Week is celebrated the
week of April 14 through 18, 2014: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate recognizes the
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Duluth.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 419 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing the celebration of National Student Employment Week 2014 at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Whereas National Student Employment Week offers the University of Minnesota Duluth the opportunity to recognize students who work while attending college; Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth is committed to increasing awareness of student employment as an educational experience for students and as an alternative to financial aid; Whereas there are nearly 1,500 student employees at the University of Minnesota Duluth; Whereas the University of Minnesota Duluth recognizes the importance of student employees to their employers; and Whereas National Student Employment Week is celebrated the week of April 14 through 18, 2014: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes the celebration of National Student Employment Week at the University of Minnesota Duluth. |
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Whereas, in the United States, more than 75 percent of health care costs are due to preventable
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such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the aforementioned chronic health conditions are among the most common, costly, and
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Whereas naturopathic medicine provides noninvasive, holistic treatments that support the inherent
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<whereas>
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<whereas>
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Whereas naturopathic physicians attend 4-year, graduate level programs that are accredited by
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<whereas>
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Whereas aspects of naturopathic medicine have been shown to lower the risk of major illnesses such
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<text>
Whereas naturopathic physicians can help address the shortage of primary care providers in the
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Whereas naturopathic physicians are licensed in 20 States and territories;
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Whereas naturopathic physicians are trained to refer patients to conventional physicians and
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Whereas the profession of naturopathic medicine is dedicated to providing health care to
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Whereas naturopathic medicine provides consumers in the United States with more choice in health
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Now, therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 420 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself, Mr. Harkin , Mr. King , and Ms. Ayotte ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 18, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care.
Whereas, in the United States, more than 75 percent of health care costs are due to preventable chronic illnesses, including high blood pressure, which affects 88,000,000 people in the United States, and diabetes, which affects 26,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas nearly 2/3 of adults in the United States are overweight or obese and, consequently, at risk for serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and depression; Whereas 70 percent of people in the United States experience physical or nonphysical symptoms of stress, and stress can contribute to the development of major illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes; Whereas the aforementioned chronic health conditions are among the most common, costly, and preventable health conditions; Whereas naturopathic medicine provides noninvasive, holistic treatments that support the inherent self-healing capacity of the human body and encourage self-responsibility in health care; Whereas naturopathic medicine focuses on patient-centered care, the prevention of chronic illnesses, and early intervention in the treatment of chronic illnesses; Whereas naturopathic physicians attend 4-year, graduate level programs that are accredited by agencies approved by the Department of Education; Whereas aspects of naturopathic medicine have been shown to lower the risk of major illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes; Whereas naturopathic physicians can help address the shortage of primary care providers in the United States; Whereas naturopathic physicians are licensed in 20 States and territories; Whereas naturopathic physicians are trained to refer patients to conventional physicians and specialists when necessary; Whereas the profession of naturopathic medicine is dedicated to providing health care to underserved populations; and Whereas naturopathic medicine provides consumers in the United States with more choice in health care, in line with the increased use of a variety of integrative medical treatments: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week ; (2) recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about naturopathic medicine and the role that naturopathic physicians play in preventing chronic and debilitating illnesses and conditions. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 420 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Ms. Mikulski (for herself and Mr. Harkin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care.
Whereas, in the United States, more than 75 percent of health care costs are due to preventable chronic illnesses, including high blood pressure, which affects 88,000,000 people in the United States, and diabetes, which affects 26,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas nearly 2/3 of adults in the United States are overweight or obese and, consequently, at risk for serious health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, and depression; Whereas 70 percent of people in the United States experience physical or nonphysical symptoms of stress, and stress can contribute to the development of major illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, depression, and diabetes; Whereas the aforementioned chronic health conditions are among the most common, costly, and preventable health conditions; Whereas naturopathic medicine provides noninvasive, holistic treatments that support the inherent self-healing capacity of the human body and encourage self-responsibility in health care; Whereas naturopathic medicine focuses on patient-centered care, the prevention of chronic illnesses, and early intervention in the treatment of chronic illnesses; Whereas naturopathic physicians attend 4-year, graduate level programs that are accredited by agencies approved by the Department of Education; Whereas aspects of naturopathic medicine have been shown to lower the risk of major illnesses such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes; Whereas naturopathic physicians can help address the shortage of primary care providers in the United States; Whereas naturopathic physicians are licensed in 20 States and territories; Whereas naturopathic physicians are trained to refer patients to conventional physicians and specialists when necessary; Whereas the profession of naturopathic medicine is dedicated to providing health care to underserved populations; and Whereas naturopathic medicine provides consumers in the United States with more choice in health care, in line with the increased use of a variety of integrative medical treatments: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of October 6 through October 12, 2014, as Naturopathic Medicine Week ; (2) recognizes the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about naturopathic medicine and the role that naturopathic physicians play in preventing chronic and debilitating illnesses and conditions. |
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113 SRES 421 ATS: Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military achievement by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending them for leadership and valor in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
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Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military
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Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the Allied assault at Normandy, France, by American, British, and Canadian troops,
which was known as Operation Overlord;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government
still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western
Europe;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed
<quote>
Neptune
</quote>
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<superscript>
th
</superscript>
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of
approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000
members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more
than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main
landing areas on beaches in Normandy, which were code-named
<quote>
Utah
</quote>
,
<quote>
Omaha
</quote>
,
<quote>
Gold
</quote>
,
<quote>
Juno
</quote>
, and
<quote>
Sword
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing,
more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any
living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary
to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events,
particularly to younger generations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment
to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings
and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various
items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the
bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the
remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute
the Normandy landings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc,
were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for
all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of
peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must
be protected at all costs; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the
<quote>
greatest generation
</quote>
who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to
Europe: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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recognizes the 70
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during
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expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who
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thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and
celebrating the 70
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Anniversary of the Normandy landings with the aim of making future generations aware of the acts
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recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for
future generations,
the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the
sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
World Heritage List; and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 421 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Mr. Boozman (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Begich , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Burr , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Rubio , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , and Mr. Cornyn ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment May 21, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military achievement by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending them for leadership and valor in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70 th anniversary of the Allied assault at Normandy, France, by American, British, and Canadian troops, which was known as Operation Overlord; Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western Europe; Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed Neptune , and the June 6 th assault date is referred to as D-Day to denote the day on which the combat attack was initiated; Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000 members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft; Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main landing areas on beaches in Normandy, which were code-named Utah , Omaha , Gold , Juno , and Sword ; Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing, more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events, particularly to younger generations; Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944; Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute the Normandy landings; Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc, were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must be protected at all costs; and Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the greatest generation who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to Europe: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 70 th anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during World War II; (2) expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the D-Day operations; (3) thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and celebrating the 70 th Anniversary of the Normandy landings with the aim of making future generations aware of the acts of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Allied forces; (4) recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for future generations, the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List; and (5) requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the anniversary with appropriate ceremonies and programs to honor the sacrifices of their fellow countrymen to liberate Europe. |
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Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70
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which was known as Operation Overlord;
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Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government
still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western
Europe;
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Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed
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Neptune
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, and the June 6
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th
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Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of
approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000
members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more
than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft;
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Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main
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Utah
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,
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Omaha
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,
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Gold
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,
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Juno
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Sword
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Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing,
more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces;
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Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any
living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary
to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events,
particularly to younger generations;
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Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment
to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings
and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944;
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Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various
items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the
bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the
remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute
the Normandy landings;
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Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc,
were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for
all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of
peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must
be protected at all costs; and
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Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the
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greatest generation
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who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to
Europe: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the 70
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thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and
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Anniversary of the Normandy landings with the aim of making future generations aware of the acts
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recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for
future generations,
the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the
sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the
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requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to
observe the anniversary with appropriate ceremonies and programs to honor
the sacrifices of their fellow countrymen to liberate Europe.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 421 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Mr. Boozman (for himself and Ms. Landrieu ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military achievement by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending them for leadership and valor in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70 th anniversary of the Allied assault at Normandy, France, by American, British, and Canadian troops, which was known as Operation Overlord; Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western Europe; Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed Neptune , and the June 6 th assault date is referred to as D-Day to denote the day on which the combat attack was initiated; Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000 members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft; Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main landing areas on beaches in Normandy, which were code-named Utah , Omaha , Gold , Juno , and Sword ; Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing, more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events, particularly to younger generations; Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944; Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute the Normandy landings; Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc, were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must be protected at all costs; and Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the greatest generation who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to Europe: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 70 th anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during World War II; (2) expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the D-Day operations; (3) thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and celebrating the 70 th Anniversary of the Normandy landings with the aim of making future generations aware of the acts of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Allied forces; (4) recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for future generations, the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List; and (5) requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the anniversary with appropriate ceremonies and programs to honor the sacrifices of their fellow countrymen to liberate Europe. |
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Shelby
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Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military
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participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France,
and commending them for leadership and valor in an operation that helped
bring an end to World War II.
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Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the Allied assault at Normandy, France, by American, British, and Canadian troops,
which was known as Operation Overlord;
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Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government
still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western
Europe;
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Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed
<quote>
Neptune
</quote>
, and the June 6
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
assault date is referred to as D-Day to denote the day on which the combat attack was initiated;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of
approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000
members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more
than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main
landing areas on beaches in Normandy, which were code-named
<quote>
Utah
</quote>
,
<quote>
Omaha
</quote>
,
<quote>
Gold
</quote>
,
<quote>
Juno
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, and
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Sword
</quote>
;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing,
more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any
living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary
to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events,
particularly to younger generations;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment
to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings
and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various
items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the
bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the
remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute
the Normandy landings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc,
were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for
all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of
peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must
be protected at all costs; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the
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greatest generation
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who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to
Europe: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes the 70
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th
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anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during
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expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who
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thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and
celebrating the 70
<superscript>
th
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of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Allied forces;
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recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for
future generations,
the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the
sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the
United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
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requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to
observe the anniversary with appropriate ceremonies and programs to honor
the sacrifices of their fellow countrymen to liberate Europe.
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May 20, 2014
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| III Calendar No. 381 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 421 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Mr. Boozman (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Begich , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Burr , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Rubio , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Shelby ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and military achievement by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending them for leadership and valor in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
Whereas June 6, 2014, marks the 70 th anniversary of the Allied assault at Normandy, France, by American, British, and Canadian troops, which was known as Operation Overlord; Whereas, before Operation Overlord, the German Army still occupied France and the Nazi government still had access to the raw materials and industrial capacity of Western Europe; Whereas the naval assault phase on Normandy was codenamed Neptune , and the June 6 th assault date is referred to as D-Day to denote the day on which the combat attack was initiated; Whereas the D-Day landing was the largest single amphibious assault in history, consisting of approximately 31,000 members of the United States Armed Forces, 153,000 members of the Allied Expeditionary Force, 5,000 naval vessels, and more than 11,000 sorties by Allied aircraft; Whereas soldiers of 6 divisions (3 American, 2 British, and 1 Canadian) stormed ashore in 5 main landing areas on beaches in Normandy, which were code-named Utah , Omaha , Gold , Juno , and Sword ; Whereas, of the approximately 10,000 Allied casualties incurred on the first day of the landing, more than 6,000 casualties were members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the age of the remaining World War II veterans and the gradual disappearance of any living memory of World War II and the Normandy landings make it necessary to increase activities intended to pass on the history of these events, particularly to younger generations; Whereas the young people of Normandy and the United States have displayed unprecedented commitment to and involvement in celebrating the veterans of the Normandy landings and the freedom that they brought with them in 1944; Whereas the significant material remains of the Normandy landing, such as shipwrecks and various items of military equipment found both on the Normandy beaches and at the bottom of the sea in French territorial waters, bear witness to the remarkable material resources used by the Allied Armed Forces to execute the Normandy landings; Whereas 5 Normandy beaches and a number of sites on the Normandy coast, including Pointe du Hoc, were the scene of the Normandy landings, and constitute both now and for all time a unique piece of humanity's world heritage, and a symbol of peace and freedom, whose unspoilt nature, integrity, and authenticity must be protected at all costs; and Whereas the world owes a debt of gratitude to the members of the greatest generation who assumed the task of freeing the world from Nazi and Fascist regimes and restoring liberty to Europe: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the 70 th anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during World War II; (2) expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the D-Day operations; (3) thanks the young people of Normandy and the United States for their involvement in recognizing and celebrating the 70 th Anniversary of the Normandy landings with the aim of making future generations aware of the acts of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Allied forces; (4) recognizes the efforts of the Government of France and the people of Normandy to preserve, for future generations, the unique world heritage represented by the Normandy beaches and the sunken material remains of the Normandy landing, by inscribing them on the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List; and (5) requests the President to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the anniversary with appropriate ceremonies and programs to honor the sacrifices of their fellow countrymen to liberate Europe.
May 20, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2
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represent current and former employees of the Senate with respect to any
subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official
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Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of
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Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such
control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and
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Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may
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Senate: Now, therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 422 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 10, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize written testimony, document production, and representation in Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States .
Whereas, in the case of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States , No. 09–568 C, pending in the United States Court of Federal Claims, the plaintiff has issued a subpoena for testimony and production of documents from Holly Luck, a former employee of Senator Baucus; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current and former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
That Holly Luck is authorized to provide written testimony and produce documents in the case of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Foundation, Inc. v. United States , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent Holly Luck in connection with the written testimony and document production authorized by section 1 of this resolution. |
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Mr. Enzi
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Mrs. Murray
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,
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Mr. Barrasso
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,
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Mr. Coons
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,
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Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S360">
Ms. Heitkamp
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S322">
Mr. Merkley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S319">
Mr. Begich
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S277">
Mr. Carper
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S363">
Mr. King
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,
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Mrs. Hagan
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<cosponsor name-id="S345">
Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
</cosponsor>
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<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
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Designating April 2014 as
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Financial Literacy Month
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<text>
Whereas according to the Federal Deposit Insurance
Corporation (referred to in this preamble as the
<term>
FDIC
</term>
), at least
28.3 percent of households in the United States, or nearly 34,000,000
households with approximately 67,888,000 adults, are unbanked or
underbanked
and therefore have not had the opportunity to access savings, lending, and
other basic financial services;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the FDIC, approximately 30 percent
of banks reported in 2011 that consumers lacked understanding of the
financial
products and services banks offered;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the 2013 Consumer Financial Literacy
Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling—
</text>
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(1)
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approximately 40
percent of adults in the United States gave
themselves a
grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance, and 78 percent
of adults acknowledged that they could benefit from additional advice and
answers to
everyday financial questions from a professional;
</text>
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<enum>
(2)
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26 percent of
adults in the United States, or approximately 61,000,000 individuals,
admitted to not paying their bills on time;
</text>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
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only 40 percent of adults in the United States reported keeping close track of their spending, a
percentage that has held steady since 2007; and
</text>
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<enum>
(4)
</enum>
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more than 40 percent of
adults in the United States, or over 100,000,000 individuals, said not
having enough
<quote>
rainy day
</quote>
savings for an emergency is their greatest financial concern, while a slightly lower percentage
said that their greatest financial concern is not having enough money set
aside for retirement;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 2013 Retirement Confidence Survey conducted by
the Employee Benefit Research Institute found that only 13 percent
of workers were
<quote>
very confident
</quote>
about having enough money for a
comfortable retirement, which is a sharp decline in worker confidence from
the
27 percent of workers who were
<quote>
very confident
</quote>
in 2007,
while approximately 54
percent of workers say they or their spouses have not calculated the
amount of
money they need to save for retirement;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to a 2014
<quote>
Flow of Funds
</quote>
report by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System,
outstanding
household debt in the United States was $13,100,000,000,000 at the end of
the
fourth quarter of 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the 2014 Survey of the States:
Economic and Personal Finance Education in Our Nation's
Schools, a biennial report by the Council for Economic Education—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
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only 24 States
require students to take an economics course as a high school graduation
requirement;
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<enum>
(2)
</enum>
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only 22 States
require testing student knowledge of economics; and
</text>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
only 17 States
require students to take a personal finance course either independently or
as
part of an economics course as a high school graduation requirement;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the Gallup-Operation HOPE Financial
Literacy Index, only 52.3 percent of students in the United States have
money in
a bank or credit union account;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas expanding access to the safe, mainstream financial
system will provide individuals with less expensive and more secure
options for
managing finances and building wealth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas quality personal financial education is essential
to ensure that individuals are prepared to manage money, credit, and debt,
and
to become responsible workers, heads of household, investors,
entrepreneurs,
business leaders, and citizens;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased financial literacy empowers individuals
to make wise financial decisions and reduces the confusion caused by an
increasingly complex economy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a greater understanding of, and familiarity with,
financial markets and institutions will lead to increased economic
activity and
growth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2003, Congress determined that coordinating
Federal financial literacy efforts and formulating a national strategy is
important; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in light of that determination, Congress passed
the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act (20 U.S.C. 9701 et
seq.),
establishing the Financial Literacy and Education Commission: Now,
therefore,
be it
</text>
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(1)
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designates April
2014 as
<quote>
Financial Literacy Month
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(B)
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the serious
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(2)
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Federal Government, States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations,
businesses, and the people of the United States to observe Financial
Literacy
Month with appropriate programs and activities.
</text>
</paragraph>
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</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 423 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 11, 2014 Mr. Reed (for himself, Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Coons , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Blunt , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Wicker , Mr. Merkley , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Warner , Mr. Begich , Mr. Carper , Mr. King , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 2014 as Financial Literacy Month .
Whereas according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (referred to in this preamble as the FDIC ), at least 28.3 percent of households in the United States, or nearly 34,000,000 households with approximately 67,888,000 adults, are unbanked or underbanked and therefore have not had the opportunity to access savings, lending, and other basic financial services; Whereas according to the FDIC, approximately 30 percent of banks reported in 2011 that consumers lacked understanding of the financial products and services banks offered; Whereas according to the 2013 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling— (1) approximately 40 percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance, and 78 percent of adults acknowledged that they could benefit from additional advice and answers to everyday financial questions from a professional; (2) 26 percent of adults in the United States, or approximately 61,000,000 individuals, admitted to not paying their bills on time; (3) only 40 percent of adults in the United States reported keeping close track of their spending, a percentage that has held steady since 2007; and (4) more than 40 percent of adults in the United States, or over 100,000,000 individuals, said not having enough rainy day savings for an emergency is their greatest financial concern, while a slightly lower percentage said that their greatest financial concern is not having enough money set aside for retirement; Whereas the 2013 Retirement Confidence Survey conducted by the Employee Benefit Research Institute found that only 13 percent of workers were very confident about having enough money for a comfortable retirement, which is a sharp decline in worker confidence from the 27 percent of workers who were very confident in 2007, while approximately 54 percent of workers say they or their spouses have not calculated the amount of money they need to save for retirement; Whereas according to a 2014 Flow of Funds report by the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, outstanding household debt in the United States was $13,100,000,000,000 at the end of the fourth quarter of 2013; Whereas according to the 2014 Survey of the States: Economic and Personal Finance Education in Our Nation's Schools, a biennial report by the Council for Economic Education— (1) only 24 States require students to take an economics course as a high school graduation requirement; (2) only 22 States require testing student knowledge of economics; and (3) only 17 States require students to take a personal finance course either independently or as part of an economics course as a high school graduation requirement; Whereas according to the Gallup-Operation HOPE Financial Literacy Index, only 52.3 percent of students in the United States have money in a bank or credit union account; Whereas expanding access to the safe, mainstream financial system will provide individuals with less expensive and more secure options for managing finances and building wealth; Whereas quality personal financial education is essential to ensure that individuals are prepared to manage money, credit, and debt, and to become responsible workers, heads of household, investors, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and citizens; Whereas increased financial literacy empowers individuals to make wise financial decisions and reduces the confusion caused by an increasingly complex economy; Whereas a greater understanding of, and familiarity with, financial markets and institutions will lead to increased economic activity and growth; Whereas in 2003, Congress determined that coordinating Federal financial literacy efforts and formulating a national strategy is important; and Whereas in light of that determination, Congress passed the Financial Literacy and Education Improvement Act (20 U.S.C. 9701 et seq.), establishing the Financial Literacy and Education Commission: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates April 2014 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about— (A) the importance of personal financial education in the United States; and (B) the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances; and (2) calls on the Federal Government, States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and the people of the United States to observe Financial Literacy Month with appropriate programs and activities. |
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S. RES. 424
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 11, 2014
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Mr. Wicker
</sponsor>
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<cosponsor name-id="S057">
Mr. Leahy
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S270">
Mr. Schumer
</cosponsor>
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Supporting the mission and goals of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which include
increasing public awareness of the rights, needs, and concerns of, and
services available to assist, victims and survivors of crime in the United
States.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2011, there were approximately 6,000,000 victims and survivors of violent crime and more
than
17,000,000 victims and survivors of property crime in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the National Crime Victimization Survey, nonfatal violent crime in the United
States increased by
17 percent and property crime in the United States increased by 11 percent
between 2010 and 2011;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the Uniform Crime Reporting Program of the Federal Bureau of Investigation,
<quote>
law enforcement agencies throughout the nation reported an increase of 1.9 percent in the number of
violent crimes brought to their attention for the first 6 months of 2012
when compared with figures reported for the same time in 2011
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a just society acknowledges the impact of crime on individuals, families, schools, and
communities by protecting the rights of crime victims and survivors and
ensuring that
resources and services are available to help rebuild the lives of such
victims and survivors;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas despite impressive accomplishments between 1974 and 2014 in increasing the rights of, and
services available to, crime victims and survivors, and the families of
such victims and survivors, many challenges remain to ensure that all
crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and
survivors, are—
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treated with dignity, fairness, and respect;
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offered support and services regardless of whether such victims and survivors report crimes
committed against
them; and
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(3)
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<text>
recognized as key participants within the criminal, juvenile, Federal, tribal, and civil justice
systems in the United States when such victims and survivors report
crimes;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas crime victims and survivors in the United States, and the families of such victims and
survivors, need and deserve support and assistance to help cope with the
often devastating
consequences of crime;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 marks the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42
U.S.C. 10601 et seq.) (referred to in this preamble as
<quote>
VOCA
</quote>
), which is the hallmark of the commitment of the Federal Government to supporting rights and
services for victims and survivors of all types of crime;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas VOCA established the Crime Victims Fund, which is paid for by criminal fines and penalties,
rather than by taxpayer dollars;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Crime Victims Fund has collected more than $20,400,000,000 from criminals to be used
exclusively to help victims and survivors of crime;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during each year between 1984 and 2014, communities across the United States have joined
Congress and the Department of Justice in commemorating National Crime
Victims' Rights Week to celebrate a shared vision of a comprehensive and
collaborative response that identifies and addresses the many needs of
crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and
survivors;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Congress and the President agree on the need for a renewed commitment to serving all
victims and survivors of crime in the 21st century;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the theme of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, celebrated during the week of
April 6 through April 12, 2014, is
<quote>
30 Years: Restoring the Balance of Justice
</quote>
and highlights the many challenges that confront crime-victim assistance, justice, and public
safety; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the people of the United States recognize and appreciate the continued importance of—
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promoting the rights of, and services for, crime victims and survivors; and
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honoring crime victims and survivors and individuals who provide services for such victims and
survivors: Now, therefore, be it
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supports the mission and goals of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which include
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the challenges to achieving justice for victims and survivors of crime, and the families of such
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the many solutions to meet such challenges;
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recognizes that crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors, should
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recognizes the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42 U.S.C.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 424 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 11, 2014 Mr. Wicker (for himself, Mr. Leahy , Mr. Grassley , and Mr. Schumer ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Supporting the mission and goals of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which include increasing public awareness of the rights, needs, and concerns of, and services available to assist, victims and survivors of crime in the United States.
Whereas in 2011, there were approximately 6,000,000 victims and survivors of violent crime and more than 17,000,000 victims and survivors of property crime in the United States; Whereas according to the National Crime Victimization Survey, nonfatal violent crime in the United States increased by 17 percent and property crime in the United States increased by 11 percent between 2010 and 2011; Whereas according to the Uniform Crime Reporting Program of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, law enforcement agencies throughout the nation reported an increase of 1.9 percent in the number of violent crimes brought to their attention for the first 6 months of 2012 when compared with figures reported for the same time in 2011 ; Whereas a just society acknowledges the impact of crime on individuals, families, schools, and communities by protecting the rights of crime victims and survivors and ensuring that resources and services are available to help rebuild the lives of such victims and survivors; Whereas despite impressive accomplishments between 1974 and 2014 in increasing the rights of, and services available to, crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors, many challenges remain to ensure that all crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors, are— (1) treated with dignity, fairness, and respect; (2) offered support and services regardless of whether such victims and survivors report crimes committed against them; and (3) recognized as key participants within the criminal, juvenile, Federal, tribal, and civil justice systems in the United States when such victims and survivors report crimes; Whereas crime victims and survivors in the United States, and the families of such victims and survivors, need and deserve support and assistance to help cope with the often devastating consequences of crime; Whereas 2014 marks the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42 U.S.C. 10601 et seq.) (referred to in this preamble as VOCA ), which is the hallmark of the commitment of the Federal Government to supporting rights and services for victims and survivors of all types of crime; Whereas VOCA established the Crime Victims Fund, which is paid for by criminal fines and penalties, rather than by taxpayer dollars; Whereas the Crime Victims Fund has collected more than $20,400,000,000 from criminals to be used exclusively to help victims and survivors of crime; Whereas during each year between 1984 and 2014, communities across the United States have joined Congress and the Department of Justice in commemorating National Crime Victims' Rights Week to celebrate a shared vision of a comprehensive and collaborative response that identifies and addresses the many needs of crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors; Whereas Congress and the President agree on the need for a renewed commitment to serving all victims and survivors of crime in the 21st century; Whereas the theme of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, celebrated during the week of April 6 through April 12, 2014, is 30 Years: Restoring the Balance of Justice and highlights the many challenges that confront crime-victim assistance, justice, and public safety; and Whereas the people of the United States recognize and appreciate the continued importance of— (1) promoting the rights of, and services for, crime victims and survivors; and (2) honoring crime victims and survivors and individuals who provide services for such victims and survivors: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the mission and goals of 2014 National Crime Victims' Rights Week, which include increasing individual and public awareness of— (A) the impact of crime on victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors; (B) the challenges to achieving justice for victims and survivors of crime, and the families of such victims and survivors; and (C) the many solutions to meet such challenges; (2) recognizes that crime victims and survivors, and the families of such victims and survivors, should be treated with dignity, fairness, and respect; and (3) recognizes the 30th anniversary of the enactment of the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (42 U.S.C. 10601 et seq.). |
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Whereas in March 2014, over 118,800 individuals were on the official waiting list for organ
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Whereas in 2013, 31,422 organs from 14,257 donors (including both living and deceased donors) were
transplanted into 28,952 patients, yet 6,123 candidates for
transplantation died while waiting for an organ transplant;
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<whereas>
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Whereas on average, 18 people die every day of every year while waiting for an organ donation;
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Whereas over 100,000,000 people in the United States are registered to be organ and tissue donors,
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made available each day;
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Whereas many people do not know about their options for organ and tissue donation, or have not made
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</text>
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Whereas organ and tissue donation can give meaning to the tragic loss of a loved one by enabling up
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Whereas living donors can donate a kidney or a portion of a lung or liver to save the life of
another individual; and
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Whereas April is traditionally recognized as
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National Donate Life Month
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Now, therefore, be it
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acknowledges the grief of families facing the loss of a loved one and commends those families who,
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recognizes the generous contribution made by each living individual who has donated an organ to
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acknowledges the advances in medical technology that have enabled organ transplantation with organs
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salutes all individuals who have helped to give the gift of life by supporting, promoting, and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 425 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Casey submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Expressing support for the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month .
Whereas in March 2014, over 118,800 individuals were on the official waiting list for organ donation managed by the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network; Whereas in 2013, 31,422 organs from 14,257 donors (including both living and deceased donors) were transplanted into 28,952 patients, yet 6,123 candidates for transplantation died while waiting for an organ transplant; Whereas on average, 18 people die every day of every year while waiting for an organ donation; Whereas over 100,000,000 people in the United States are registered to be organ and tissue donors, yet the demand for donated organs still outweighs the supply of organs made available each day; Whereas many people do not know about their options for organ and tissue donation, or have not made their wishes clear to their families; Whereas organ and tissue donation can give meaning to the tragic loss of a loved one by enabling up to 8 people to receive the gift of life from a single deceased donor; Whereas living donors can donate a kidney or a portion of a lung or liver to save the life of another individual; and Whereas April is traditionally recognized as National Donate Life Month : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month ; (2) supports promoting awareness of organ donation; (3) encourages States, localities, and the territories and possessions of the United States to support the goals and ideals of National Donate Life Month by issuing proclamations designating April 2014 as National Donate Life Month; (4) commends the generous gift of life provided by individuals who indicate their wish to become organ donors; (5) acknowledges the grief of families facing the loss of a loved one and commends those families who, in their grief, choose to donate the organs of their deceased family member; (6) recognizes the generous contribution made by each living individual who has donated an organ to save a life; (7) acknowledges the advances in medical technology that have enabled organ transplantation with organs donated by living individuals to become a viable treatment option for an increasing number of patients; (8) commends the medical professionals and organ transplantation experts who have worked to improve the process of living organ donation and increase the number of living donors; and (9) salutes all individuals who have helped to give the gift of life by supporting, promoting, and encouraging organ donation. |
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Whereas April 25th of each year is recognized internationally as World Malaria Day;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas malaria is a leading cause of death and disease in many developing countries, despite being
preventable and treatable;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas fighting malaria is in the national security interest of the United States, as reducing the
risk of malaria protects members of the United States Armed Forces
serving overseas in malaria-endemic regions, and reducing malaria deaths
helps to lower risks of instability in less developed countries;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas support for efforts to fight malaria is in the diplomatic and moral interests of the United
States, as that support generates goodwill toward the United States and
highlights the values of the people of the United States through the work
of governmental, nongovernmental, and faith-based organizations of the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas efforts to fight malaria are in the long-term economic interest of the United States
because those efforts help developing countries identify at-risk
populations, provide better health services, produce healthier and more
productive workforces, advance economic development, and promote stronger
trading partners;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 90 percent of all malaria deaths in the world are in sub-Saharan Africa;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas young children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to and disproportionately
affected by malaria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas malaria greatly affects child health, as children under the age of 5 accounted for an
estimated 77 percent of malaria deaths in 2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas malaria poses great risks to maternal and neonatal health, causing complications during
delivery, anemia, and low birth weights, with estimates that malaria
causes approximately 10,000 cases maternal deaths and over 200,000 infant
deaths annually in Africa;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas heightened national, regional, and international efforts to prevent and treat malaria
during recent years have made significant progress and helped save
hundreds of thousands of lives;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 by the World Health Organization states that in 2012,
approximately 54 percent of households in sub-Saharan Africa owned at
least one insecticide-treated mosquito net, and household surveys
indicated that 86 percent of people used an insecticide-treated mosquito
net if one was available in the household;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that between 2000 and 2012, malaria mortality
rates decreased by 45 percent around the world and by 45 percent in the
African Region of the World Health Organization, and an estimated
3,300,000 lives were spared from malaria globally, 90 percent of which
were
children under five in sub-Saharan Africa.
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that out of 97 countries with ongoing
transmission of malaria in 2013, 12 countries are classified as being in
the pre-elimination phase of malaria control, 7 countries are classified
as being in the elimination phase, and 7 countries are classified as being
in the prevention of introduction phase;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the World Malaria Report 2013, there were 207,000,000 cases of malaria
globally in 2012, resulting in an estimated 627,000 deaths;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas continued national, regional, and international investment in efforts to eliminate malaria,
including prevention and treatment efforts, the development of a vaccine
to immunize children from the malaria parasite, and advancements in
insecticides, are critical in order to continue to reduce malaria deaths,
prevent backsliding in areas where progress has been made, and equip the
United States and the global community with the tools necessary to
eliminate malaria and other global health threats;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has played a leading role in the recent progress made toward
reducing the global burden of malaria, particularly through the
President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) and the contribution of the United
States to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in May 2011, an independent, external evaluation, prepared through the Global Health
Technical Assistance Project, examining 6 objectives of the President's
Malaria Initiative, found the President's Malaria Initiative to be a
successful, well-led component of the Global Health Initiative that has
<quote>
earned and deserves the task of sustaining and expanding the United States Government's response
to global malaria control efforts
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government is pursuing a comprehensive approach to ending malaria deaths
through the President's Malaria Initiative, which is led by the United
States Agency for International Development and implemented with
assistance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the
Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, the
National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and private
sector entities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 2014, the President’s Malaria Initiative Report found that, in 2013, the PMI alone had
protected more than 21,000,000 residents by spraying over 5,000,000 houses
with insecticides, procured more than 40,000,000 long-lasting ITNs,
procured more than 10,000,000 sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine treatments for
intermittent preventive treatment (IPTp) in pregnant women, trained more
than 16,000 health workers in IPTp, procured more than 48,000,000
treatments of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) and over
51,000,000 malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), and trained more than
61,000 health workers in treatment of malaria with ACTs and more than
26,000 health workers in laboratory diagnosis of malaria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative focuses on helping partner countries achieve major
improvements in overall health outcomes through improved access to, and
quality of, healthcare services in locations with limited resources; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative, recognizing the burden of malaria on many partner
countries, has set a target of reducing the burden of malaria by 50
percent for 450,000,000 people, representing 70 percent of the at-risk
population in Africa, by 2015: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 426 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Wicker , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Brown , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day.
Whereas April 25th of each year is recognized internationally as World Malaria Day; Whereas malaria is a leading cause of death and disease in many developing countries, despite being preventable and treatable; Whereas fighting malaria is in the national security interest of the United States, as reducing the risk of malaria protects members of the United States Armed Forces serving overseas in malaria-endemic regions, and reducing malaria deaths helps to lower risks of instability in less developed countries; Whereas support for efforts to fight malaria is in the diplomatic and moral interests of the United States, as that support generates goodwill toward the United States and highlights the values of the people of the United States through the work of governmental, nongovernmental, and faith-based organizations of the United States; Whereas efforts to fight malaria are in the long-term economic interest of the United States because those efforts help developing countries identify at-risk populations, provide better health services, produce healthier and more productive workforces, advance economic development, and promote stronger trading partners; Whereas 90 percent of all malaria deaths in the world are in sub-Saharan Africa; Whereas young children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to and disproportionately affected by malaria; Whereas malaria greatly affects child health, as children under the age of 5 accounted for an estimated 77 percent of malaria deaths in 2012; Whereas malaria poses great risks to maternal and neonatal health, causing complications during delivery, anemia, and low birth weights, with estimates that malaria causes approximately 10,000 cases maternal deaths and over 200,000 infant deaths annually in Africa; Whereas heightened national, regional, and international efforts to prevent and treat malaria during recent years have made significant progress and helped save hundreds of thousands of lives; Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 by the World Health Organization states that in 2012, approximately 54 percent of households in sub-Saharan Africa owned at least one insecticide-treated mosquito net, and household surveys indicated that 86 percent of people used an insecticide-treated mosquito net if one was available in the household; Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that between 2000 and 2012, malaria mortality rates decreased by 45 percent around the world and by 45 percent in the African Region of the World Health Organization, and an estimated 3,300,000 lives were spared from malaria globally, 90 percent of which were children under five in sub-Saharan Africa. Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that out of 97 countries with ongoing transmission of malaria in 2013, 12 countries are classified as being in the pre-elimination phase of malaria control, 7 countries are classified as being in the elimination phase, and 7 countries are classified as being in the prevention of introduction phase; Whereas, according to the World Malaria Report 2013, there were 207,000,000 cases of malaria globally in 2012, resulting in an estimated 627,000 deaths; Whereas continued national, regional, and international investment in efforts to eliminate malaria, including prevention and treatment efforts, the development of a vaccine to immunize children from the malaria parasite, and advancements in insecticides, are critical in order to continue to reduce malaria deaths, prevent backsliding in areas where progress has been made, and equip the United States and the global community with the tools necessary to eliminate malaria and other global health threats; Whereas the United States Government has played a leading role in the recent progress made toward reducing the global burden of malaria, particularly through the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) and the contribution of the United States to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; Whereas, in May 2011, an independent, external evaluation, prepared through the Global Health Technical Assistance Project, examining 6 objectives of the President's Malaria Initiative, found the President's Malaria Initiative to be a successful, well-led component of the Global Health Initiative that has earned and deserves the task of sustaining and expanding the United States Government's response to global malaria control efforts ; Whereas the United States Government is pursuing a comprehensive approach to ending malaria deaths through the President's Malaria Initiative, which is led by the United States Agency for International Development and implemented with assistance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and private sector entities; Whereas, in 2014, the President’s Malaria Initiative Report found that, in 2013, the PMI alone had protected more than 21,000,000 residents by spraying over 5,000,000 houses with insecticides, procured more than 40,000,000 long-lasting ITNs, procured more than 10,000,000 sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine treatments for intermittent preventive treatment (IPTp) in pregnant women, trained more than 16,000 health workers in IPTp, procured more than 48,000,000 treatments of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) and over 51,000,000 malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), and trained more than 61,000 health workers in treatment of malaria with ACTs and more than 26,000 health workers in laboratory diagnosis of malaria; Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative focuses on helping partner countries achieve major improvements in overall health outcomes through improved access to, and quality of, healthcare services in locations with limited resources; and Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative, recognizing the burden of malaria on many partner countries, has set a target of reducing the burden of malaria by 50 percent for 450,000,000 people, representing 70 percent of the at-risk population in Africa, by 2015: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day, including the target of ending malaria deaths by 2015; (2) recognizes the importance of reducing malaria prevalence and deaths to improve overall child and maternal health, especially in sub-Saharan Africa; (3) commends the recent progress made toward reducing global malaria morbidity, mortality, and prevalence, particularly through the efforts of the President's Malaria Initiative and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; (4) supports ongoing public-private partnerships to research and develop more effective and affordable tools for malaria diagnosis, treatment, and vaccination; (5) recognizes the goals, priorities, and authorities to combat malaria set forth in the Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–293); (6) supports continued leadership by the United States in bilateral, multilateral, and private sector efforts to combat malaria and to work with developing countries to create long-term strategies to increase ownership over malaria programs; and (7) encourages other members of the international community to sustain and increase their support for and financial contributions to efforts to combat malaria worldwide. |
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Cardin
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Supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day.
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Whereas April 25th of each year is recognized internationally as World Malaria Day;
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Whereas malaria is a leading cause of death and disease in many developing countries, despite being
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Whereas fighting malaria is in the national security interest of the United States, as reducing the
risk of malaria protects members of the United States Armed Forces
serving overseas in malaria-endemic regions, and reducing malaria deaths
helps to lower risks of instability in less developed countries;
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Whereas support for efforts to fight malaria is in the diplomatic and moral interests of the United
States, as that support generates goodwill toward the United States and
highlights the values of the people of the United States through the work
of governmental, nongovernmental, and faith-based organizations of the
United States;
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Whereas efforts to fight malaria are in the long-term economic interest of the United States
because those efforts help developing countries identify at-risk
populations, provide better health services, produce healthier and more
productive workforces, advance economic development, and promote stronger
trading partners;
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Whereas 90 percent of all malaria deaths in the world are in sub-Saharan Africa;
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Whereas young children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to and disproportionately
affected by malaria;
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Whereas malaria greatly affects child health, as children under the age of 5 accounted for an
estimated 77 percent of malaria deaths in 2012;
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Whereas malaria poses great risks to maternal and neonatal health, causing complications during
delivery, anemia, and low birth weights, with estimates that malaria
causes approximately 10,000 cases maternal deaths and over 200,000 infant
deaths annually in Africa;
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Whereas heightened national, regional, and international efforts to prevent and treat malaria
during recent years have made significant progress and helped save
hundreds of thousands of lives;
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Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 by the World Health Organization states that in 2012,
approximately 54 percent of households in sub-Saharan Africa owned at
least one insecticide-treated mosquito net, and household surveys
indicated that 86 percent of people used an insecticide-treated mosquito
net if one was available in the household;
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Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that between 2000 and 2012, malaria mortality
rates decreased by 45 percent around the world and by 45 percent in the
African Region of the World Health Organization, and an estimated
3,300,000 lives were spared from malaria globally, 90 percent of which
were
children under five in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that out of 97 countries with ongoing
transmission of malaria in 2013, 12 countries are classified as being in
the pre-elimination phase of malaria control, 7 countries are classified
as being in the elimination phase, and 7 countries are classified as being
in the prevention of introduction phase;
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Whereas, according to the World Malaria Report 2013, there were 207,000,000 cases of malaria
globally in 2012, resulting in an estimated 627,000 deaths;
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Whereas continued national, regional, and international investment in efforts to eliminate malaria,
including prevention and treatment efforts, the development of a vaccine
to immunize children from the malaria parasite, and advancements in
insecticides, are critical in order to continue to reduce malaria deaths,
prevent backsliding in areas where progress has been made, and equip the
United States and the global community with the tools necessary to
eliminate malaria and other global health threats;
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Whereas the United States Government has played a leading role in the recent progress made toward
reducing the global burden of malaria, particularly through the
President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) and the contribution of the United
States to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria;
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Whereas, in May 2011, an independent, external evaluation, prepared through the Global Health
Technical Assistance Project, examining 6 objectives of the President's
Malaria Initiative, found the President's Malaria Initiative to be a
successful, well-led
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Whereas the United States Government is pursuing a comprehensive approach to ending malaria deaths
through the President's Malaria Initiative, which is led by the United
States Agency for International Development and implemented with
assistance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the
Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, the
National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and private
sector entities;
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Whereas, in 2014, the President’s Malaria Initiative Report found that, in 2013, the PMI alone had
protected more than 21,000,000 residents by spraying over 5,000,000 houses
with insecticides, procured more than 40,000,000 long-lasting ITNs,
procured more than 10,000,000 sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine treatments for
intermittent preventive treatment (IPTp) in pregnant women, trained more
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treatments of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) and over
51,000,000 malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), and trained more than
61,000 health workers in treatment of malaria with ACTs and more than
26,000 health workers in laboratory diagnosis of malaria;
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Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative focuses on helping partner countries achieve major
improvements in overall health outcomes through improved access to, and
quality of, healthcare services in locations with limited resources; and
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Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative, recognizing the burden of malaria on many partner
countries, has set a target of reducing the burden of malaria by 50
percent for 450,000,000 people, representing 70 percent of the at-risk
population in Africa, by 2015: Now, therefore, be it
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| III Calendar No. 382 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 426 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Coons (for himself, Mr. Wicker , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Brown , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Kirk , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Levin , and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble Omit the part struck through and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day.
Whereas April 25th of each year is recognized internationally as World Malaria Day; Whereas malaria is a leading cause of death and disease in many developing countries, despite being preventable and treatable; Whereas fighting malaria is in the national security interest of the United States, as reducing the risk of malaria protects members of the United States Armed Forces serving overseas in malaria-endemic regions, and reducing malaria deaths helps to lower risks of instability in less developed countries; Whereas support for efforts to fight malaria is in the diplomatic and moral interests of the United States, as that support generates goodwill toward the United States and highlights the values of the people of the United States through the work of governmental, nongovernmental, and faith-based organizations of the United States; Whereas efforts to fight malaria are in the long-term economic interest of the United States because those efforts help developing countries identify at-risk populations, provide better health services, produce healthier and more productive workforces, advance economic development, and promote stronger trading partners; Whereas 90 percent of all malaria deaths in the world are in sub-Saharan Africa; Whereas young children and pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to and disproportionately affected by malaria; Whereas malaria greatly affects child health, as children under the age of 5 accounted for an estimated 77 percent of malaria deaths in 2012; Whereas malaria poses great risks to maternal and neonatal health, causing complications during delivery, anemia, and low birth weights, with estimates that malaria causes approximately 10,000 cases maternal deaths and over 200,000 infant deaths annually in Africa; Whereas heightened national, regional, and international efforts to prevent and treat malaria during recent years have made significant progress and helped save hundreds of thousands of lives; Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 by the World Health Organization states that in 2012, approximately 54 percent of households in sub-Saharan Africa owned at least one insecticide-treated mosquito net, and household surveys indicated that 86 percent of people used an insecticide-treated mosquito net if one was available in the household; Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that between 2000 and 2012, malaria mortality rates decreased by 45 percent around the world and by 45 percent in the African Region of the World Health Organization, and an estimated 3,300,000 lives were spared from malaria globally, 90 percent of which were children under five in sub-Saharan Africa. Whereas the World Malaria Report 2013 further states that out of 97 countries with ongoing transmission of malaria in 2013, 12 countries are classified as being in the pre-elimination phase of malaria control, 7 countries are classified as being in the elimination phase, and 7 countries are classified as being in the prevention of introduction phase; Whereas, according to the World Malaria Report 2013, there were 207,000,000 cases of malaria globally in 2012, resulting in an estimated 627,000 deaths; Whereas continued national, regional, and international investment in efforts to eliminate malaria, including prevention and treatment efforts, the development of a vaccine to immunize children from the malaria parasite, and advancements in insecticides, are critical in order to continue to reduce malaria deaths, prevent backsliding in areas where progress has been made, and equip the United States and the global community with the tools necessary to eliminate malaria and other global health threats; Whereas the United States Government has played a leading role in the recent progress made toward reducing the global burden of malaria, particularly through the President's Malaria Initiative (PMI) and the contribution of the United States to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; Whereas, in May 2011, an independent, external evaluation, prepared through the Global Health Technical Assistance Project, examining 6 objectives of the President's Malaria Initiative, found the President's Malaria Initiative to be a successful, well-led component of the Global Health Initiative program that has earned and deserves the task of sustaining and expanding the United States Government's response to global malaria control efforts ; Whereas the United States Government is pursuing a comprehensive approach to ending malaria deaths through the President's Malaria Initiative, which is led by the United States Agency for International Development and implemented with assistance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of State, the Department of Health and Human Services, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Defense, and private sector entities; Whereas, in 2014, the President’s Malaria Initiative Report found that, in 2013, the PMI alone had protected more than 21,000,000 residents by spraying over 5,000,000 houses with insecticides, procured more than 40,000,000 long-lasting ITNs, procured more than 10,000,000 sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine treatments for intermittent preventive treatment (IPTp) in pregnant women, trained more than 16,000 health workers in IPTp, procured more than 48,000,000 treatments of artemisinin-based combination therapy (ACT) and over 51,000,000 malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs), and trained more than 61,000 health workers in treatment of malaria with ACTs and more than 26,000 health workers in laboratory diagnosis of malaria; Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative focuses on helping partner countries achieve major improvements in overall health outcomes through improved access to, and quality of, healthcare services in locations with limited resources; and Whereas the President's Malaria Initiative, recognizing the burden of malaria on many partner countries, has set a target of reducing the burden of malaria by 50 percent for 450,000,000 people, representing 70 percent of the at-risk population in Africa, by 2015: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of World Malaria Day, including the target of ending malaria deaths by 2015 the World Health Assembly's target to reduce malaria incidence rates by more than 75 percent by 2015 ; (2) recognizes the importance of reducing malaria prevalence and deaths to improve overall child and maternal health, especially in sub-Saharan Africa; (3) commends the recent progress made toward reducing global malaria morbidity, mortality, and prevalence, particularly through the efforts of the President's Malaria Initiative and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria; (4) supports ongoing public-private partnerships to research and develop more effective and affordable tools for malaria diagnosis, treatment, and vaccination; (5) recognizes the goals, priorities, and authorities to combat malaria set forth in the Tom Lantos and Henry J. Hyde United States Global Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Reauthorization Act of 2008 (Public Law 110–293); (6) supports continued leadership by the United States in bilateral, multilateral, and private sector efforts to combat malaria and to work with developing countries to create long-term strategies to increase ownership over malaria programs; and (7) encourages other members of the international community to sustain and increase their support for and financial contributions to efforts to combat malaria worldwide.
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
</session>
<legis-num>
S. RES. 427
</legis-num>
<current-chamber>
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
</current-chamber>
<action display="yes">
<action-date date="20140429">
April 29, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
<sponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
</sponsor>
(for himself and
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
</action-desc>
</action>
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RESOLUTION
</legis-type>
<official-title display="yes">
Expressing the sense of the Senate about the importance of effective civic education programs in
schools in the United States.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas civic education is essential to the preservation
and improvement of the constitutional government of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas civic education programs foster understanding of the history and principles of the
constitutional government of the United States, including principles that
are embodied in
certain fundamental documents and speeches, such as the Declaration of
Independence, the Constitution of the United States, the Bill of Rights,
the Federalist Papers, the Gettysburg Address, and Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas research shows that too few people in the United
States understand basic principles of the constitutional government of the
United States,
such as the natural rights set forth in the Declaration of Independence,
the existence and functions of the 3 branches of the Federal Government,
checks and balances, and other concepts fundamental to informed
citizenship;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since the founding of the United States, schools in the United States have had a strong
civic mission to
prepare students to be informed, rational, humane, and involved citizens
who
are committed to the values and principles of the constitutional
government of
the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a free society relies on the knowledge, skills,
and virtue of the citizens of such society, particularly the individuals
elected to public office to represent such citizens;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas while many institutions help to develop the
knowledge and skills and shape the civic character of people in the
United
States, schools in the United States, including elementary schools, bear a
special and historic responsibility for the development of civic
competence and
civic responsibility of students;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas student learning is enhanced by well-designed
classroom civic education programs that—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
incorporate
instruction in government, history, law, and democracy;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idFA0F584245A44C59BAE1BA54A878BF85">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
promote
discussion of current events and controversial issues;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idF7774EE103424A88A4A0DC67A7DD8D86">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
link community
service and the formal curriculum; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9E0D3BE492AE4AD1B771651E6F0D6067">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
encourage
students to participate in simulations of democratic processes; and
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas research shows that the knowledge and expertise of
teachers are among the most important factors in increasing student
achievement: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That it is the sense of the Senate
that—
</text>
<paragraph id="id961e94b3974a476a8805880d827ef120">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
civic education
is essential
to
the well-being of the constitutional government of the United States;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
comprehensive and
formal instruction in civics and government provides students with a basis
for
understanding the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the
constitutional government of the
United States;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
elementary and secondary schools in the United States are encouraged to offer courses on history
and theories of the constitutional government of the United States, using
programs and curricula with a demonstrated effectiveness in fostering
civic competence, civic responsibility, and a reasoned commitment to the
fundamental values and principles underlying the constitutional government
of the United States; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="ida659ecce7ad3402fa720559c5f20e0ac">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
all teachers of civics and government are well served by having access to adequate opportunities to
enrich teaching through professional development programs that enhance the
capacity of such teachers to provide effective civic education in the
classroom.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 427 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself and Mr. Grassley ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate about the importance of effective civic education programs in schools in the United States.
Whereas civic education is essential to the preservation and improvement of the constitutional government of the United States; Whereas civic education programs foster understanding of the history and principles of the constitutional government of the United States, including principles that are embodied in certain fundamental documents and speeches, such as the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States, the Bill of Rights, the Federalist Papers, the Gettysburg Address, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech; Whereas research shows that too few people in the United States understand basic principles of the constitutional government of the United States, such as the natural rights set forth in the Declaration of Independence, the existence and functions of the 3 branches of the Federal Government, checks and balances, and other concepts fundamental to informed citizenship; Whereas since the founding of the United States, schools in the United States have had a strong civic mission to prepare students to be informed, rational, humane, and involved citizens who are committed to the values and principles of the constitutional government of the United States; Whereas a free society relies on the knowledge, skills, and virtue of the citizens of such society, particularly the individuals elected to public office to represent such citizens; Whereas while many institutions help to develop the knowledge and skills and shape the civic character of people in the United States, schools in the United States, including elementary schools, bear a special and historic responsibility for the development of civic competence and civic responsibility of students; Whereas student learning is enhanced by well-designed classroom civic education programs that— (1) incorporate instruction in government, history, law, and democracy; (2) promote discussion of current events and controversial issues; (3) link community service and the formal curriculum; and (4) encourage students to participate in simulations of democratic processes; and Whereas research shows that the knowledge and expertise of teachers are among the most important factors in increasing student achievement: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) civic education is essential to the well-being of the constitutional government of the United States; (2) comprehensive and formal instruction in civics and government provides students with a basis for understanding the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the constitutional government of the United States; (3) elementary and secondary schools in the United States are encouraged to offer courses on history and theories of the constitutional government of the United States, using programs and curricula with a demonstrated effectiveness in fostering civic competence, civic responsibility, and a reasoned commitment to the fundamental values and principles underlying the constitutional government of the United States; and (4) all teachers of civics and government are well served by having access to adequate opportunities to enrich teaching through professional development programs that enhance the capacity of such teachers to provide effective civic education in the classroom. |
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113 SRES 428 ATS: Promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2014, which include bringing attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations of the United States, such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.
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S. RES. 428
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 29, 2014
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Mr. Cardin
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<cosponsor name-id="S353">
Mr. Schatz
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, and
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Mr. Menendez
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Promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health
Month in April 2014, which include bringing attention to the health
disparities faced by minority populations of the United States, such as
American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans,
Hispanic Americans, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.
</official-title>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas through the
<quote>
National Stakeholder Strategy for Achieving Health Equity
</quote>
and the
<quote>
HHS Action Plan to Reduce Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities
</quote>
, the Department of Health and Human Services has set goals and strategies to advance the safety,
health, and well-being of people of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a study by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, entitled
<quote>
The Economic Burden of Health Inequalities in the United States
</quote>
, concludes that, between 2003 and 2006, the combined cost of “health inequalities and premature
death in the United States” was $1,240,000,000,000;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has identified 6 main categories in which
racial and ethnic minorities experience the most disparate access to
health care and health outcomes, including infant mortality, cancer
screening and management, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and
immunizations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas African-American women are more than twice as likely to die of cervical cancer than White
women and are more likely to die of breast cancer than women of any other
racial or ethnic group;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the death rate from stroke is 50 percent higher among African Americans than among Whites;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Native Hawaiians living in Hawaii are 5.7 times more likely to die of diabetes than
non-Hispanic Whites living in Hawaii;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2011, Asian Americans were 2.9 times more likely than Whites to contract Hepatitis A;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas among all ethnic groups in 2011, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders had the highest
incidence of Hepatitis A;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Asian-American women are 1.5 times more likely than non-Hispanic Whites to die from viral
hepatitis;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Asian Americans are 5.5 times more likely than Whites to develop chronic Hepatitis B;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2011, 82 percent of children born infected with HIV belonged to minority groups;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has identified diseases of the heart, malignant
neoplasm, unintentional injuries, and diabetes as some of the leading
causes of death among American Indians and Alaska Natives;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas American Indians and Alaska Natives die from diabetes, alcoholism, unintentional injuries,
homicide, and suicide at higher rates than other people in the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas American Indians and Alaska Natives have a life expectancy that is 4.2 years shorter than
the life expectancy of the overall population of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas marked differences in the social determinants of health, described by the World Health
Organization as “the high burden of illness responsible for appalling
premature loss of life [that] arises in large part because of the
conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age”, lead to
poor health outcomes and declines in longevity; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas community-based health care initiatives, such as prevention-focused programs, present a
unique opportunity to use innovative approaches to improve health care
practices across the United States and sharply reduce disparities among
racial and ethnic minority populations: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
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<text>
That the Senate supports the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2014,
which include bringing attention to the severe health disparities faced by
minority populations in the United States, such as American Indians,
Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans,
and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.
</text>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 428 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. Schatz , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2014, which include bringing attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations of the United States, such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders.
Whereas through the National Stakeholder Strategy for Achieving Health Equity and the HHS Action Plan to Reduce Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities , the Department of Health and Human Services has set goals and strategies to advance the safety, health, and well-being of people of the United States; Whereas a study by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, entitled The Economic Burden of Health Inequalities in the United States , concludes that, between 2003 and 2006, the combined cost of “health inequalities and premature death in the United States” was $1,240,000,000,000; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has identified 6 main categories in which racial and ethnic minorities experience the most disparate access to health care and health outcomes, including infant mortality, cancer screening and management, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, HIV/AIDS, and immunizations; Whereas African-American women are more than twice as likely to die of cervical cancer than White women and are more likely to die of breast cancer than women of any other racial or ethnic group; Whereas the death rate from stroke is 50 percent higher among African Americans than among Whites; Whereas Native Hawaiians living in Hawaii are 5.7 times more likely to die of diabetes than non-Hispanic Whites living in Hawaii; Whereas in 2011, Asian Americans were 2.9 times more likely than Whites to contract Hepatitis A; Whereas among all ethnic groups in 2011, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders had the highest incidence of Hepatitis A; Whereas Asian-American women are 1.5 times more likely than non-Hispanic Whites to die from viral hepatitis; Whereas Asian Americans are 5.5 times more likely than Whites to develop chronic Hepatitis B; Whereas in 2011, 82 percent of children born infected with HIV belonged to minority groups; Whereas the Department of Health and Human Services has identified diseases of the heart, malignant neoplasm, unintentional injuries, and diabetes as some of the leading causes of death among American Indians and Alaska Natives; Whereas American Indians and Alaska Natives die from diabetes, alcoholism, unintentional injuries, homicide, and suicide at higher rates than other people in the United States; Whereas American Indians and Alaska Natives have a life expectancy that is 4.2 years shorter than the life expectancy of the overall population of the United States; Whereas marked differences in the social determinants of health, described by the World Health Organization as “the high burden of illness responsible for appalling premature loss of life [that] arises in large part because of the conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age”, lead to poor health outcomes and declines in longevity; and Whereas community-based health care initiatives, such as prevention-focused programs, present a unique opportunity to use innovative approaches to improve health care practices across the United States and sharply reduce disparities among racial and ethnic minority populations: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate supports the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2014, which include bringing attention to the severe health disparities faced by minority populations in the United States, such as American Indians, Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Hawaiians or other Pacific Islanders. |
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S. RES. 429
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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April 29, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S306">
Mr. Menendez
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(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S198">
Mr. Reid
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S330">
Mr. Bennet
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S259">
Mr. Reed
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S359">
Mr. Heinrich
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S370">
Mr. Booker
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
</action-desc>
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</legis-type>
<official-title display="yes">
Designating April 30, 2014, as
<quote>
Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans
</quote>
.
</official-title>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many countries throughout the world, and
especially within the Western hemisphere, celebrate
<quote>
Día de los
Niños
</quote>
, or
<quote>
Day of the Children
</quote>
, on April 30 each year, in
recognition and celebration of the future of their country: their
children;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children represent the hopes and dreams of the people of the United States, and children
are the center of families in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the people of the United States should nurture and invest in children to preserve and
enhance economic prosperity, democracy, and the spirit of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the 2012 American Community Survey by the Bureau of the Census, approximately
17,500,000 of the nearly 53,000,000 individuals of Hispanic descent living
in the United States are children under the age of 18, representing about
<fraction>
1/3
</fraction>
(33 percent) of the total Hispanic population residing in the United States and roughly
<fraction>
1/4
</fraction>
of the total population of children in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Hispanic Americans, the youngest and fastest-growing racial or ethnic community in the
United States, celebrate the tradition of honoring their children on Día
de los Niños and wish to share this custom with the rest of the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the primary teachers of family values, morality, and culture are parents and family
members, and children are responsible for passing on family values,
morality, and culture to future generations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the importance of literacy and education is most often communicated to children through
their family members;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas families should be encouraged to engage in family and community activities that include
extended and elderly family members and encourage children to explore and
develop confidence;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the designation of a day to honor the children of the United States will help affirm the
significance of family, education, and community for the people of the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the designation of a day of special recognition for the children of the United States will
provide an opportunity for children to reflect on their future, articulate
their aspirations, and find comfort and security in the support of their
family members and communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Latino Children's Institute, serving as a voice for children, has worked with
cities throughout the United States to declare April 30, 2014, to be
<quote>
Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans
</quote>
, a day to bring together Latinos and other communities in the United States to celebrate and
uplift children; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the children of a country are the responsibility of all people of that country, and people
should be encouraged to celebrate the gifts of children to society: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
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<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="id173e3a7dcbfe42148f6f6c7452b8f383">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
designates April 30, 2014, as
<quote>
Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans
</quote>
; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id48b2039f5689434ebd3d0f016f3d36cb">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
calls on the people of the United States to join with all children, families, organizations,
communities, churches, cities, and States across the United States to
observe the day with appropriate ceremonies, including activities that—
</text>
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<enum>
(A)
</enum>
<text>
center around children and are free or minimal in cost so as to encourage and facilitate the
participation of all people;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="idbfe4fa62b26e4fd8921257d610c3e441">
<enum>
(B)
</enum>
<text>
are positive and uplifting, and help children express their hopes and dreams;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="ida064192ba72945f2ae577d1cc745a82d">
<enum>
(C)
</enum>
<text>
provide opportunities for children of all backgrounds to learn about one another's cultures and
share ideas;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="id795e0b3971cb49209f95c62652f53ff4">
<enum>
(D)
</enum>
<text>
include all members of a family, especially extended and elderly family members, so as to promote
greater communication among the generations within a family, which will
enable children to appreciate and benefit from the experiences and wisdom
of their elderly family members;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="ide55c84f0b3574b369f63c1c82939d942">
<enum>
(E)
</enum>
<text>
provide opportunities for families within a community to build relationships; and
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="id684e76e1488c44a09bd369c8804e029e">
<enum>
(F)
</enum>
<text>
provide children with the support they need to develop skills and confidence and find the inner
strength, will, and fire of the human spirit to make their dreams come
true.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 429 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 29, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself, Mr. Reid , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Durbin , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Reed , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Heinrich , and Mr. Booker ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating April 30, 2014, as Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans .
Whereas many countries throughout the world, and especially within the Western hemisphere, celebrate Día de los Niños , or Day of the Children , on April 30 each year, in recognition and celebration of the future of their country: their children; Whereas children represent the hopes and dreams of the people of the United States, and children are the center of families in the United States; Whereas the people of the United States should nurture and invest in children to preserve and enhance economic prosperity, democracy, and the spirit of the United States; Whereas, according to the 2012 American Community Survey by the Bureau of the Census, approximately 17,500,000 of the nearly 53,000,000 individuals of Hispanic descent living in the United States are children under the age of 18, representing about 1/3 (33 percent) of the total Hispanic population residing in the United States and roughly 1/4 of the total population of children in the United States; Whereas Hispanic Americans, the youngest and fastest-growing racial or ethnic community in the United States, celebrate the tradition of honoring their children on Día de los Niños and wish to share this custom with the rest of the United States; Whereas the primary teachers of family values, morality, and culture are parents and family members, and children are responsible for passing on family values, morality, and culture to future generations; Whereas the importance of literacy and education is most often communicated to children through their family members; Whereas families should be encouraged to engage in family and community activities that include extended and elderly family members and encourage children to explore and develop confidence; Whereas the designation of a day to honor the children of the United States will help affirm the significance of family, education, and community for the people of the United States; Whereas the designation of a day of special recognition for the children of the United States will provide an opportunity for children to reflect on their future, articulate their aspirations, and find comfort and security in the support of their family members and communities; Whereas the National Latino Children's Institute, serving as a voice for children, has worked with cities throughout the United States to declare April 30, 2014, to be Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans , a day to bring together Latinos and other communities in the United States to celebrate and uplift children; and Whereas the children of a country are the responsibility of all people of that country, and people should be encouraged to celebrate the gifts of children to society: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates April 30, 2014, as Día de los Niños: Celebrating Young Americans ; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to join with all children, families, organizations, communities, churches, cities, and States across the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies, including activities that— (A) center around children and are free or minimal in cost so as to encourage and facilitate the participation of all people; (B) are positive and uplifting, and help children express their hopes and dreams; (C) provide opportunities for children of all backgrounds to learn about one another's cultures and share ideas; (D) include all members of a family, especially extended and elderly family members, so as to promote greater communication among the generations within a family, which will enable children to appreciate and benefit from the experiences and wisdom of their elderly family members; (E) provide opportunities for families within a community to build relationships; and (F) provide children with the support they need to develop skills and confidence and find the inner strength, will, and fire of the human spirit to make their dreams come true. |
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Whereas the Senate has always honored the sacrifices made
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Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 430 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2014 Mrs. McCaskill (for herself and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing support for the designation of May 1, 2014, as “Silver Star Service Banner Day”.
Whereas the Senate has always honored the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces; Whereas the Silver Star Service Banner has come to represent the members of the Armed Forces and veterans who were wounded or became ill in combat in the wars fought by the United States; Whereas the Silver Star Families of America was formed to help the American people remember the sacrifices made by the wounded and ill members of the Armed Forces by designing and manufacturing Silver Star Service Banners and Silver Star Flags for that purpose; Whereas the sole mission of the Silver Star Families of America is to evoke memories of the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States through the presence of a Silver Star Service Banner in a window or a Silver Star Flag flying; Whereas the sacrifices of members and veterans of the Armed Forces on behalf of the United States should never be forgotten; and Whereas May 1, 2014, is an appropriate date to designate as Silver Star Service Banner Day : Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate supports the designation of May 1, 2014, as Silver Star Service Banner Day and calls upon the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. |
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Whereas more than 2,200,000 individuals demonstrate courage and commitment to freedom by serving in
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Whereas 43.5 percent of members of the Armed Forces, when deployed away from their permanent duty
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Whereas no one feels the effect of deployments more than the children of deployed members of the
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Whereas as of March 2014, more than 52,000 children have had a military parent wounded in
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Whereas the daily struggles and personal sacrifices of children of members of the Armed Forces are
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Whereas the National Month of the Military Child, observed in April of each year, recognizes
military children for their sacrifices and contributes to demonstrating
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Whereas in addition to programs of the Department of Defense to support military families and
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that such children face; and
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Whereas a month-long salute to military children encourages support for the organizations and
campaigns established to provide direct support for military children and
families: Now, therefore, be it
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joins the Secretary of Defense in honoring the children of members of the Armed Forces and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 431 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES April 30, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Warner , Mr. Whitehouse , Mrs. Hagan , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Sanders , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Schatz , Ms. Warren , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , and Ms. Hirono ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring military children during the National Month of the Military Child.
Whereas more than 2,200,000 individuals demonstrate courage and commitment to freedom by serving in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas 43.5 percent of members of the Armed Forces, when deployed away from their permanent duty stations, leave behind families with children; Whereas no one feels the effect of deployments more than the children of deployed members of the Armed Forces; Whereas as of March 2014, more than 52,000 children have had a military parent wounded in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom; Whereas the daily struggles and personal sacrifices of children of members of the Armed Forces are too often unnoticed; Whereas countless children live with a parent who is a member of the Armed Forces and who bears a visible or invisible wound of war; Whereas the children of members of the Armed Forces are a source of pride and honor to the people of the United States, and it is fitting that the United States recognize the contributions of such children and celebrate the spirit of such children; Whereas the National Month of the Military Child, observed in April of each year, recognizes military children for their sacrifices and contributes to demonstrating the unconditional support of the United States for members of the Armed Forces; Whereas in addition to programs of the Department of Defense to support military families and military children, various programs and campaigns have been established in the private sector to honor, support, and thank military children by fostering awareness and appreciation for the sacrifices and the challenges that such children face; and Whereas a month-long salute to military children encourages support for the organizations and campaigns established to provide direct support for military children and families: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) joins the Secretary of Defense in honoring the children of members of the Armed Forces and recognizes that such children share in the burden of protecting the United States; and (2) urges the people of the United States to join the military community in observing the National Month of the Military Child with appropriate ceremonies and activities that honor, support, and thank military children. |
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Whereas although the Washington Monument was closed during rehabilitation, the 488 lights on the
scaffolding of the monument illuminated the night sky of the United States
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 432 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2014 Mr. Whitehouse submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources RESOLUTION Recognizing the efforts of the National Park Service and others in restoring and repairing the Washington Monument.
Whereas the employees of the National Park Service work tirelessly to maintain the beauty of the 401 national parks of the United States, revitalize communities, preserve local history, celebrate local heritage, and create outdoor recreation for children and families; Whereas the Washington Monument was built between 1848 and 1884 to commemorate George Washington, the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and the first President of the United States; Whereas the Washington Monument is a symbol of unity and freedom in the United States and is the distinguishing feature of the skyline in Washington, DC; Whereas the Washington Monument is admired by more than 25,000,000 individuals who visit The National Mall each year; Whereas the Washington Monument was closed for over 2½ years for necessary repairs after being damaged by an earthquake in 2011; Whereas engineers examined each of the 9,040 marble stones on the exterior of the Washington Monument and many of the more than 10,000 granite stones on the interior of the monument to ensure that the repair of the monument was sound and complete; Whereas during the rehabilitation, the Washington Monument was covered with scaffolding, markedly altering its appearance; Whereas although the Washington Monument was closed during rehabilitation, the 488 lights on the scaffolding of the monument illuminated the night sky of the United States capital and provided visitors and residents with a sight of unexpected beauty; and Whereas the repair of the Washington Monument would not have been possible without the vision and dedication of the National Park Service, contractors of the National Park Service, and generous philanthropic support: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) pays tribute to the National Park Service, contractors of the National Park Service, and all individuals who contributed to the restoration of the Washington Monument; and (2) calls on the people of the United States to recognize the hard work of the National Park Service in preserving the monuments of the United States. |
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Brown
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Mr. Blumenthal
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S369">
Mr. Markey
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S324">
Mrs. Shaheen
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<cosponsor name-id="S308">
Mr. Cardin
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Mr. Portman
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Mrs. Murray
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Ms. Stabenow
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Mr. Udall of Colorado
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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Mr. Kirk
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Mr. Cornyn
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Ms. Collins
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,
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Mr. Casey
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,
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Ms. Hirono
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S364">
Mr. Murphy
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S317">
Mr. Barrasso
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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May 6, 2014
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RESOLUTION
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<official-title display="yes">
Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary
School in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of
Nigeria.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on the night of April 14, 2014, as many as 234 female students, most of them between 16
and 18 years old, were abducted by armed militants from the Government
Girls Secondary School, a boarding school located in the northeastern
province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the militants burned down several buildings before opening fire on soldiers and police who
were
guarding the school and forcing the students into trucks;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to local officials in Borno state, about 43 students were able to flee their
captors, and the rest remain missing;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all public secondary schools in Borno state were closed in March 2014 because of increasing
attacks in the past year that have killed hundreds of students, but the
young women at the Government Girls Secondary School were recalled to take
their final exams;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the group popularly known as
<quote>
Boko Haram
</quote>
, which loosely translates from the Hausa language to
<quote>
Western education is sin
</quote>
, is known to oppose the education of girls, has kidnapped girls in the past to use as cooks and
sex slaves, and is thought to be responsible for the April 14th kidnapping
in Borno state;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are reports that the abducted girls have been sold as brides to Islamist militants
for the
equivalent of $12 each;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Boko Haram has targeted schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers, as
well as government facilities, in an armed campaign to create an Islamic
state in northern Nigeria, prompting the president of Nigeria to declare a
state of emergency in three of the country’s northeastern states in May
2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Brookings Institution, Boko Haram burned down or destroyed 50 schools and
killed approximately 30 teachers in Nigeria in 2013, leaving tens of
thousands of children unable to attend school;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on April 14, 2014, hours before the kidnapping in Borno state, Boko Haram bombed a bus
station in Abuja, Nigeria, killing at least 75 people and wounding over
100, making it the deadliest attack ever in Nigeria's capital;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Amnesty International estimates that more than 1,500 people have been killed in attacks by
Boko Haram or reprisals by Nigerian security forces this year alone, and
the Council on Foreign Relations estimates that almost 4,000 people have
been killed in Boko Haram attacks since 2011;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of State designated Boko Haram as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in
November 2013, recognizing the threat posed by the group’s large-scale and
indiscriminate attacks against women and children;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations, girls’ education is a major challenge in Nigeria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), some 4,700,000
children of
primary school age are still not in school in Nigeria, with attendance
rates lowest in the north;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a study conducted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO)
found that school children in Nigeria, particularly those in the northern
provinces, are at a disadvantage in their education, with 37 percent of
primary-age girls in the rural northeast not attending school, and 30
percent of boys not attending school;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index, Nigeria is ranked 106 out
of 136 countries based on women’s economic participation, educational
attainment, and political empowerment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations, women held only 6.7 percent of the seats in Nigeria’s
parliament in 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the advancement of women around the world is a foreign policy priority for the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United States Agency for International Development, “Broader, more
equitable access to education encourages political participation, enhances
governance, strengthens civil society, and promotes transparency and
accountability.”;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a 100-country study by the World Bank shows that increasing the share of women with a
secondary education by 1 percent boosts annual per capita income growth by
0.3 percentage points;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to UNICEF, adolescent girls that attend school are less likely to be married as
children,
<quote>
are less
vulnerable to disease including HIV and AIDS, and
acquire information and skills that lead to increased earning power.
Evidence shows that the return to a year of secondary education for girls
correlates to a 25 percent increase in wages later in life.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the World Bank,
<quote>
The benefits of women's education go beyond higher productivity for 50 percent of the population.
More educated women also tend to be healthier, participate more in the
formal labor market, earn more income, … and provide
better health care and education to their children, all of which
eventually improve the well-being of all individuals and lift households
out of poverty. These benefits also transmit across generations, as well
as to their communities at large.
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas women and girls must be allowed to go to school without fear of violence and unjust
treatment so that they can take their rightful place as equal citizens of
and contributors to the world: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
expresses its strong support for the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the
girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno
state, and calls for the immediate, safe return of the girls;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
condemns Boko Haram for its violent attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques,
churches, villages, and agricultural centers in Nigeria;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the Government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect the ability of children to
obtain
an education and to hold those who conduct such violent attacks
accountable;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
encourages efforts by the United States Government to support the capacity of the Government of
Nigeria to provide security for
schools and to hold terrorist organizations, such as Boko Haram,
accountable;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id45cbeef75ab741e5b16f402ae9df82a1">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
urges timely civilian assistance from the United States and allied African nations in rescuing and
reintegrating the abducted girls;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(6)
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<text>
recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an
education without fear of discrimination;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms its commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, to ensuring
the safety and welfare of women and girls, and to pursuing policies that
guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
recognizes that the empowerment of women is inextricably linked to the potential of countries to
generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security;
and
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<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, and the
Department of Defense to continue their support for initiatives that
positively impact the ability of women and girls to fully access their
human rights.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 433 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Coons , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Brown , Mr. Blumenthal , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Markey , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Portman , Mrs. Murray , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Cornyn , Ms. Mikulski , Ms. Collins , Mr. Casey , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Murphy , and Mr. Barrasso ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 6, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary School in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Whereas, on the night of April 14, 2014, as many as 234 female students, most of them between 16 and 18 years old, were abducted by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary School, a boarding school located in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Whereas the militants burned down several buildings before opening fire on soldiers and police who were guarding the school and forcing the students into trucks; Whereas, according to local officials in Borno state, about 43 students were able to flee their captors, and the rest remain missing; Whereas all public secondary schools in Borno state were closed in March 2014 because of increasing attacks in the past year that have killed hundreds of students, but the young women at the Government Girls Secondary School were recalled to take their final exams; Whereas the group popularly known as Boko Haram , which loosely translates from the Hausa language to Western education is sin , is known to oppose the education of girls, has kidnapped girls in the past to use as cooks and sex slaves, and is thought to be responsible for the April 14th kidnapping in Borno state; Whereas there are reports that the abducted girls have been sold as brides to Islamist militants for the equivalent of $12 each; Whereas Boko Haram has targeted schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers, as well as government facilities, in an armed campaign to create an Islamic state in northern Nigeria, prompting the president of Nigeria to declare a state of emergency in three of the country’s northeastern states in May 2013; Whereas, according to the Brookings Institution, Boko Haram burned down or destroyed 50 schools and killed approximately 30 teachers in Nigeria in 2013, leaving tens of thousands of children unable to attend school; Whereas, on April 14, 2014, hours before the kidnapping in Borno state, Boko Haram bombed a bus station in Abuja, Nigeria, killing at least 75 people and wounding over 100, making it the deadliest attack ever in Nigeria's capital; Whereas Amnesty International estimates that more than 1,500 people have been killed in attacks by Boko Haram or reprisals by Nigerian security forces this year alone, and the Council on Foreign Relations estimates that almost 4,000 people have been killed in Boko Haram attacks since 2011; Whereas the Department of State designated Boko Haram as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in November 2013, recognizing the threat posed by the group’s large-scale and indiscriminate attacks against women and children; Whereas, according to the United Nations, girls’ education is a major challenge in Nigeria; Whereas, according to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), some 4,700,000 children of primary school age are still not in school in Nigeria, with attendance rates lowest in the north; Whereas a study conducted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) found that school children in Nigeria, particularly those in the northern provinces, are at a disadvantage in their education, with 37 percent of primary-age girls in the rural northeast not attending school, and 30 percent of boys not attending school; Whereas, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index, Nigeria is ranked 106 out of 136 countries based on women’s economic participation, educational attainment, and political empowerment; Whereas, according to the United Nations, women held only 6.7 percent of the seats in Nigeria’s parliament in 2013; Whereas the advancement of women around the world is a foreign policy priority for the United States; Whereas, according to the United States Agency for International Development, “Broader, more equitable access to education encourages political participation, enhances governance, strengthens civil society, and promotes transparency and accountability.”; Whereas a 100-country study by the World Bank shows that increasing the share of women with a secondary education by 1 percent boosts annual per capita income growth by 0.3 percentage points; Whereas, according to UNICEF, adolescent girls that attend school are less likely to be married as children, are less vulnerable to disease including HIV and AIDS, and acquire information and skills that lead to increased earning power. Evidence shows that the return to a year of secondary education for girls correlates to a 25 percent increase in wages later in life. ; Whereas, according to the World Bank, The benefits of women's education go beyond higher productivity for 50 percent of the population. More educated women also tend to be healthier, participate more in the formal labor market, earn more income, … and provide better health care and education to their children, all of which eventually improve the well-being of all individuals and lift households out of poverty. These benefits also transmit across generations, as well as to their communities at large. ; and Whereas women and girls must be allowed to go to school without fear of violence and unjust treatment so that they can take their rightful place as equal citizens of and contributors to the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses its strong support for the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno state, and calls for the immediate, safe return of the girls; (2) condemns Boko Haram for its violent attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers in Nigeria; (3) encourages the Government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect the ability of children to obtain an education and to hold those who conduct such violent attacks accountable; (4) encourages efforts by the United States Government to support the capacity of the Government of Nigeria to provide security for schools and to hold terrorist organizations, such as Boko Haram, accountable; (5) urges timely civilian assistance from the United States and allied African nations in rescuing and reintegrating the abducted girls; (6) recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an education without fear of discrimination; (7) reaffirms its commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, to ensuring the safety and welfare of women and girls, and to pursuing policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; (8) recognizes that the empowerment of women is inextricably linked to the potential of countries to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security; and (9) encourages the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, and the Department of Defense to continue their support for initiatives that positively impact the ability of women and girls to fully access their human rights. |
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Ms. Landrieu
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Mrs. Boxer
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Mr. Inhofe
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Mr. Durbin
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Mr. Coons
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Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary
School in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of
Nigeria.
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Whereas, on the night of April 14, 2014, as many as 234 female students, most of them between 16
and 18 years old, were abducted by armed militants from the Government
Girls Secondary School, a boarding school located in the northeastern
province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria;
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Whereas the militants burned down several buildings before opening fire on soldiers and police who
were
guarding the school and forcing the students into trucks;
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Whereas, according to local officials in Borno state, about 43 students were able to flee their
captors, and the rest remain missing;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all public secondary schools in Borno state were closed in March 2014 because of increasing
attacks in the past year that have killed hundreds of students, but the
young women at the Government Girls Secondary School were recalled to take
their final exams;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the group popularly known as
<quote>
Boko Haram
</quote>
, which loosely translates from the Hausa language to
<quote>
Western education is sin
</quote>
, is known to oppose the education of girls, has kidnapped girls in the past to use as cooks and
sex slaves, and is thought to be responsible for the April 14th kidnapping
in Borno state;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are reports that the abducted girls have been sold as brides to Islamist militants
for the
equivalent of $12 each;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Boko Haram has targeted schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers, as
well as government facilities, in an armed campaign to create an Islamic
state in northern Nigeria, prompting the president of Nigeria to declare a
state of emergency in three of the country’s northeastern states in May
2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Brookings Institution, Boko Haram burned down or destroyed 50 schools and
killed approximately 30 teachers in Nigeria in 2013, leaving tens of
thousands of children unable to attend school;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on April 14, 2014, hours before the kidnapping in Borno state, Boko Haram bombed a bus
station in Abuja, Nigeria, killing at least 75 people and wounding over
100, making it the deadliest attack ever in Nigeria's capital;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Amnesty International estimates that more than 1,500 people have been killed in attacks by
Boko Haram or reprisals by Nigerian security forces this year alone, and
the Council on Foreign Relations estimates that almost 4,000 people have
been killed in Boko Haram attacks since 2011;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of State designated Boko Haram as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in
November 2013, recognizing the threat posed by the group’s large-scale and
indiscriminate attacks against women and children;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations, girls’ education is a major challenge in Nigeria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), some 4,700,000
children of
primary school age are still not in school in Nigeria, with attendance
rates lowest in the north;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a study conducted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO)
found that school children in Nigeria, particularly those in the northern
provinces, are at a disadvantage in their education, with 37 percent of
primary-age girls in the rural northeast not attending school, and 30
percent of boys not attending school;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index, Nigeria is ranked 106 out
of 136 countries based on women’s economic participation, educational
attainment, and political empowerment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United Nations, women held only 6.7 percent of the seats in Nigeria’s
parliament in 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the advancement of women around the world is a foreign policy priority for the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United States Agency for International Development, “Broader, more
equitable access to education encourages political participation, enhances
governance, strengthens civil society, and promotes transparency and
accountability.”;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a 100-country study by the World Bank shows that increasing the share of women with a
secondary education by 1 percent boosts annual per capita income growth by
0.3 percentage points;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to UNICEF, adolescent girls that attend school are less likely to be married as
children,
<quote>
are less
vulnerable to disease including HIV and AIDS, and
acquire information and skills that lead to increased earning power.
Evidence shows that the return to a year of secondary education for girls
correlates to a 25 percent increase in wages later in life.
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the World Bank,
<quote>
The benefits of women's education go beyond higher productivity for 50 percent of the population.
More educated women also tend to be healthier, participate more in the
formal labor market, earn more income, … and provide
better health care and education to their children, all of which
eventually improve the well-being of all individuals and lift households
out of poverty. These benefits also transmit across generations, as well
as to their communities at large.
</quote>
; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas women and girls must be allowed to go to school without fear of violence and unjust
treatment so that they can take their rightful place as equal citizens of
and contributors to the world: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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<text>
expresses its strong support for the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the
girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno
state, and calls for the immediate, safe return of the girls;
</text>
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(2)
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condemns Boko Haram for its violent attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques,
churches, villages, and agricultural centers in Nigeria;
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(3)
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encourages the Government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect the ability of children to
obtain
an education and to hold those who conduct such violent attacks
accountable;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idc940801860224c49afeb484369784ac6">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
encourages efforts by the United States Government to support the capacity of the Government of
Nigeria to provide security for
schools and to hold terrorist organizations, such as Boko Haram,
accountable;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id45cbeef75ab741e5b16f402ae9df82a1">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
urges timely civilian assistance from the United States and allied African nations in rescuing and
reintegrating the abducted girls;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9428c20435364e93a13052a2f1035edd">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an
education without fear of discrimination;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id1ef9773916c145a597905652c8a2cc44">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms its commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, to ensuring
the safety and welfare of women and girls, and to pursuing policies that
guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id723c48ed86fd4948a946f6badebdf6bc">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
recognizes that the empowerment of women is inextricably linked to the potential of countries to
generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security;
and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9364726b677b4a72bdd0b34e0ee338a9">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, and the
Department of Defense to continue their support for initiatives that
positively impact the ability of women and girls to fully access their
human rights.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 433 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 1, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Coons , and Mr. Menendez ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the abduction of female students by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary School in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Whereas, on the night of April 14, 2014, as many as 234 female students, most of them between 16 and 18 years old, were abducted by armed militants from the Government Girls Secondary School, a boarding school located in the northeastern province of Borno in the Federal Republic of Nigeria; Whereas the militants burned down several buildings before opening fire on soldiers and police who were guarding the school and forcing the students into trucks; Whereas, according to local officials in Borno state, about 43 students were able to flee their captors, and the rest remain missing; Whereas all public secondary schools in Borno state were closed in March 2014 because of increasing attacks in the past year that have killed hundreds of students, but the young women at the Government Girls Secondary School were recalled to take their final exams; Whereas the group popularly known as Boko Haram , which loosely translates from the Hausa language to Western education is sin , is known to oppose the education of girls, has kidnapped girls in the past to use as cooks and sex slaves, and is thought to be responsible for the April 14th kidnapping in Borno state; Whereas there are reports that the abducted girls have been sold as brides to Islamist militants for the equivalent of $12 each; Whereas Boko Haram has targeted schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers, as well as government facilities, in an armed campaign to create an Islamic state in northern Nigeria, prompting the president of Nigeria to declare a state of emergency in three of the country’s northeastern states in May 2013; Whereas, according to the Brookings Institution, Boko Haram burned down or destroyed 50 schools and killed approximately 30 teachers in Nigeria in 2013, leaving tens of thousands of children unable to attend school; Whereas, on April 14, 2014, hours before the kidnapping in Borno state, Boko Haram bombed a bus station in Abuja, Nigeria, killing at least 75 people and wounding over 100, making it the deadliest attack ever in Nigeria's capital; Whereas Amnesty International estimates that more than 1,500 people have been killed in attacks by Boko Haram or reprisals by Nigerian security forces this year alone, and the Council on Foreign Relations estimates that almost 4,000 people have been killed in Boko Haram attacks since 2011; Whereas the Department of State designated Boko Haram as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in November 2013, recognizing the threat posed by the group’s large-scale and indiscriminate attacks against women and children; Whereas, according to the United Nations, girls’ education is a major challenge in Nigeria; Whereas, according to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF), some 4,700,000 children of primary school age are still not in school in Nigeria, with attendance rates lowest in the north; Whereas a study conducted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) found that school children in Nigeria, particularly those in the northern provinces, are at a disadvantage in their education, with 37 percent of primary-age girls in the rural northeast not attending school, and 30 percent of boys not attending school; Whereas, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index, Nigeria is ranked 106 out of 136 countries based on women’s economic participation, educational attainment, and political empowerment; Whereas, according to the United Nations, women held only 6.7 percent of the seats in Nigeria’s parliament in 2013; Whereas the advancement of women around the world is a foreign policy priority for the United States; Whereas, according to the United States Agency for International Development, “Broader, more equitable access to education encourages political participation, enhances governance, strengthens civil society, and promotes transparency and accountability.”; Whereas a 100-country study by the World Bank shows that increasing the share of women with a secondary education by 1 percent boosts annual per capita income growth by 0.3 percentage points; Whereas, according to UNICEF, adolescent girls that attend school are less likely to be married as children, are less vulnerable to disease including HIV and AIDS, and acquire information and skills that lead to increased earning power. Evidence shows that the return to a year of secondary education for girls correlates to a 25 percent increase in wages later in life. ; Whereas, according to the World Bank, The benefits of women's education go beyond higher productivity for 50 percent of the population. More educated women also tend to be healthier, participate more in the formal labor market, earn more income, … and provide better health care and education to their children, all of which eventually improve the well-being of all individuals and lift households out of poverty. These benefits also transmit across generations, as well as to their communities at large. ; and Whereas women and girls must be allowed to go to school without fear of violence and unjust treatment so that they can take their rightful place as equal citizens of and contributors to the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses its strong support for the people of Nigeria, especially the parents and families of the girls abducted by Boko Haram in Borno state, and calls for the immediate, safe return of the girls; (2) condemns Boko Haram for its violent attacks on civilian targets, including schools, mosques, churches, villages, and agricultural centers in Nigeria; (3) encourages the Government of Nigeria to strengthen efforts to protect the ability of children to obtain an education and to hold those who conduct such violent attacks accountable; (4) encourages efforts by the United States Government to support the capacity of the Government of Nigeria to provide security for schools and to hold terrorist organizations, such as Boko Haram, accountable; (5) urges timely civilian assistance from the United States and allied African nations in rescuing and reintegrating the abducted girls; (6) recognizes that every individual, regardless of gender, should have the opportunity to pursue an education without fear of discrimination; (7) reaffirms its commitment to ending discrimination and violence against women and girls, to ensuring the safety and welfare of women and girls, and to pursuing policies that guarantee the basic human rights of women and girls worldwide; (8) recognizes that the empowerment of women is inextricably linked to the potential of countries to generate economic growth, sustainable democracy, and inclusive security; and (9) encourages the Department of State, the United States Agency for International Development, and the Department of Defense to continue their support for initiatives that positively impact the ability of women and girls to fully access their human rights. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 435 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the President of the United States of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
That the President of the United States be notified of the election of the Honorable Andrew B. Willison as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 436 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Notifying the House of Representatives of the election of a Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate.
That the House of Representatives be notified of the election of the Honorable Andrew B. Willison as Sergeant at Arms and Doorkeeper of the Senate. |
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El respeto
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Respect for the rights of others is
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 437 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 5, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Heller , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Reid , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Bennet , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the historic significance of the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo.
Whereas May 5, or Cinco de Mayo in Spanish, is celebrated each year as a date of great importance by the Mexican and Mexican-American communities; Whereas the Cinco de Mayo holiday commemorates May 5, 1862, the date on which Mexicans who were struggling for independence and freedom fought the Battle of Puebla; Whereas Cinco de Mayo has become widely celebrated annually by nearly all Mexicans and Mexican-Americans, north and south of the United States-Mexico border; Whereas the Battle of Puebla was but one of the many battles that the courageous Mexican people won in their long and brave struggle for independence and freedom; Whereas the French army, confident that its battle-seasoned troops were far superior to the less-seasoned Mexican troops, expected little or no opposition from the Mexican army; Whereas the French army, which had not experienced defeat against any of the finest troops of Europe in more than half a century, sustained a disastrous loss at the hands of an outnumbered and ill-equipped, but highly spirited and courageous, Mexican army; Whereas, after 3 bloody assaults on Puebla in which more than 1,000 French soldiers lost their lives, the French troops were finally defeated and driven back by the outnumbered Mexican troops; Whereas the courageous spirit that Mexican General Ignacio Zaragoza and his men displayed during that historic battle can never be forgotten; Whereas many brave Mexicans willingly gave their lives for the causes of justice and freedom in the Battle of Puebla on Cinco de Mayo; Whereas the sacrifice of the Mexican fighters was instrumental in keeping Mexico from falling under European domination while, in the United States, the Union Army battled Confederate forces in the Civil War; Whereas Cinco de Mayo serves as a reminder that the foundation of the United States was built by people from many countries and diverse cultures who were willing to fight and die for freedom; Whereas Cinco de Mayo also serves as a reminder of the close ties between the people of Mexico and the people of the United States; Whereas, in a larger sense, Cinco de Mayo symbolizes the right of a free people to self-determination, just as Benito Juarez, the president of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla, once said, El respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz ( Respect for the rights of others is peace ); and Whereas many people celebrate Cinco de Mayo during the entire week in which the date falls: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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<text>
Whereas charter schools are public schools that do not charge tuition and enroll any student
who wants to attend a charter school, often through a random lottery when
too many students want to attend a single charter school;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-performing charter schools deliver a high-quality public education and challenge
all students to reach their potential for academic success;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas charter schools promote innovation and excellence in public education;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas charter schools throughout the United States provide millions of families with diverse and
innovative educational options for their children;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas high-performing charter schools are dramatically increasing student achievement and
college-going rates;
</text>
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Whereas charter schools are authorized by a designated public entity and—
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respond to the needs of communities, families, and students in the United States; and
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promote the principles of quality, accountability, choice, and innovation;
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Whereas in exchange for flexibility and autonomy, charter schools are held accountable by the
public authorizers of such charter schools for improving student
achievement and for sound financial and operational management;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas charter schools are required to meet the student achievement accountability requirements
under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301
et seq.) in the same manner as traditional public schools;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas charter schools often set higher expectations for students, beyond the requirements under
the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et
seq.), to ensure that such charter schools are of high quality and truly
accountable to the public;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 42 States and the District of Columbia have enacted laws authorizing charter schools;
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</whereas>
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Whereas more than 6,400 charter schools serve more than 2,500,000 children;
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Whereas in the United States—
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in 135 school districts, more than 10 percent of public school students are enrolled in
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in 32 school districts, at least 20 percent of public school students are enrolled in charter
schools; and
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in 7 districts, at least 30 percent of public school students are enrolled in charter schools;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas charter schools improve the achievement of students enrolled in such charter schools and
collaborate with traditional public schools to improve public education
for all students;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas charter schools—
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give parents the freedom to choose public schools;
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routinely measure parental satisfaction levels; and
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must prove their ongoing success to parents, policymakers, and the communities served by such
charter schools;
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<whereas>
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Whereas approximately 920,000 students were on waiting lists to attend charter schools before the
beginning of the 2012–2013 academic year; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 15th annual National Charter Schools Week is scheduled to be celebrated the week of May
4 through May 10, 2014: Now, therefore, be it
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congratulates the students, families, teachers, and administrators of charter schools across the
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their impressive strides in closing the academic achievement gap in schools in
the United States, particularly schools with some of the most
disadvantaged students in both rural and urban
communities; and
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improving and strengthening the public school system in the United States;
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supports the ideals and goals of the 15th annual National Charter Schools Week, a week-long
celebration to be held the week of May 4 through May 10, 2014, in
communities throughout the United States; and
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encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, ceremonies, and
activities during National Charter Schools Week to demonstrate support
for charter schools.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 438 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 6, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mr. Alexander , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Carper , Mr. Durbin , Mr. McCain , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Coons , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Burr , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Graham , and Mr. Scott ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and administrators of charter schools across the United States for their ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 15th annual National Charter Schools Week, to be held May 4 through May 10, 2014.
Whereas charter schools are public schools that do not charge tuition and enroll any student who wants to attend a charter school, often through a random lottery when too many students want to attend a single charter school; Whereas high-performing charter schools deliver a high-quality public education and challenge all students to reach their potential for academic success; Whereas charter schools promote innovation and excellence in public education; Whereas charter schools throughout the United States provide millions of families with diverse and innovative educational options for their children; Whereas high-performing charter schools are dramatically increasing student achievement and college-going rates; Whereas charter schools are authorized by a designated public entity and— (1) respond to the needs of communities, families, and students in the United States; and (2) promote the principles of quality, accountability, choice, and innovation; Whereas in exchange for flexibility and autonomy, charter schools are held accountable by the public authorizers of such charter schools for improving student achievement and for sound financial and operational management; Whereas charter schools are required to meet the student achievement accountability requirements under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.) in the same manner as traditional public schools; Whereas charter schools often set higher expectations for students, beyond the requirements under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6301 et seq.), to ensure that such charter schools are of high quality and truly accountable to the public; Whereas 42 States and the District of Columbia have enacted laws authorizing charter schools; Whereas more than 6,400 charter schools serve more than 2,500,000 children; Whereas in the United States— (1) in 135 school districts, more than 10 percent of public school students are enrolled in charter schools; (2) in 32 school districts, at least 20 percent of public school students are enrolled in charter schools; and (3) in 7 districts, at least 30 percent of public school students are enrolled in charter schools; Whereas charter schools improve the achievement of students enrolled in such charter schools and collaborate with traditional public schools to improve public education for all students; Whereas charter schools— (1) give parents the freedom to choose public schools; (2) routinely measure parental satisfaction levels; and (3) must prove their ongoing success to parents, policymakers, and the communities served by such charter schools; Whereas approximately 920,000 students were on waiting lists to attend charter schools before the beginning of the 2012–2013 academic year; and Whereas the 15th annual National Charter Schools Week is scheduled to be celebrated the week of May 4 through May 10, 2014: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the students, families, teachers, and administrators of charter schools across the United States for— (A) their ongoing contributions to education; (B) their impressive strides in closing the academic achievement gap in schools in the United States, particularly schools with some of the most disadvantaged students in both rural and urban communities; and (C) improving and strengthening the public school system in the United States; (2) supports the ideals and goals of the 15th annual National Charter Schools Week, a week-long celebration to be held the week of May 4 through May 10, 2014, in communities throughout the United States; and (3) encourages the people of the United States to hold appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities during National Charter Schools Week to demonstrate support for charter schools. |
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May 6, 2014
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Mr. Rockefeller
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Mr. Thune
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Supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.
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Whereas each year, the underground utility infrastructure
of the United States, including pipelines, electric, gas,
telecommunications,
water, sewer, and cable television lines, is jeopardized by unintentional
damage caused by those who fail to have underground lines located prior to
digging;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas some utility lines are buried only a few inches
underground, making the lines easy to strike, even during shallow digging
projects;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas digging prior to locating underground utility
lines often results in unintended consequences, such as service
interruption,
environmental damage, personal injury, and even death;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the month of April marks the beginning of the peak
period during which excavation projects are carried out around the United
States;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2002, Congress required the Department of
Transportation and the Federal Communications Commission to establish a
3-digit, nationwide, toll-free number to be used by State
<quote>
One
Call
</quote>
systems to provide information on underground utility
lines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2005, the Federal Communications Commission
designated
<quote>
811
</quote>
as the nationwide
<quote>
One Call
</quote>
number
for homeowners and excavators to use to obtain information on underground
utility lines before conducting excavation activities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas
<quote>
One Call
</quote>
has helped reduce the
number of digging damages caused by failure to call before digging from 48
percent in 2004 to 25 percent in 2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 1,600 members of the Common Ground Alliance,
who are dedicated to ensuring public safety, environmental protection, and
the
integrity of services, promote the national
<quote>
Call Before You Dig
</quote>
campaign to increase public awareness about the importance of homeowners
and
excavators calling 811 to find out the exact location of underground
lines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and
Job Creation Act of 2011 affirmed and expanded the
<quote>
One Call
</quote>
program by eliminating exemptions given to local and State government
agencies and their contractors on notifying
<quote>
One Call
</quote>
centers before digging; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Common Ground Alliance has designated April as
<quote>
National Safe Digging Month
</quote>
to increase awareness of safe
digging practices across the United States and to celebrate the
anniversary of
811, the national
<quote>
Call Before You Dig
</quote>
number: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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supports the
goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month; and
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encourages all
homeowners and excavators throughout the United States to call 811 before
digging.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 439 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 6, 2014 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself, Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Thune , and Mr. Blunt ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month.
Whereas each year, the underground utility infrastructure of the United States, including pipelines, electric, gas, telecommunications, water, sewer, and cable television lines, is jeopardized by unintentional damage caused by those who fail to have underground lines located prior to digging; Whereas some utility lines are buried only a few inches underground, making the lines easy to strike, even during shallow digging projects; Whereas digging prior to locating underground utility lines often results in unintended consequences, such as service interruption, environmental damage, personal injury, and even death; Whereas the month of April marks the beginning of the peak period during which excavation projects are carried out around the United States; Whereas in 2002, Congress required the Department of Transportation and the Federal Communications Commission to establish a 3-digit, nationwide, toll-free number to be used by State One Call systems to provide information on underground utility lines; Whereas in 2005, the Federal Communications Commission designated 811 as the nationwide One Call number for homeowners and excavators to use to obtain information on underground utility lines before conducting excavation activities; Whereas One Call has helped reduce the number of digging damages caused by failure to call before digging from 48 percent in 2004 to 25 percent in 2012; Whereas the 1,600 members of the Common Ground Alliance, who are dedicated to ensuring public safety, environmental protection, and the integrity of services, promote the national Call Before You Dig campaign to increase public awareness about the importance of homeowners and excavators calling 811 to find out the exact location of underground lines; Whereas the Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty, and Job Creation Act of 2011 affirmed and expanded the One Call program by eliminating exemptions given to local and State government agencies and their contractors on notifying One Call centers before digging; and Whereas the Common Ground Alliance has designated April as National Safe Digging Month to increase awareness of safe digging practices across the United States and to celebrate the anniversary of 811, the national Call Before You Dig number: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Safe Digging Month; and (2) encourages all homeowners and excavators throughout the United States to call 811 before digging. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 8, 2014
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Mr. Begich
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Mr. Pryor
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,
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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,
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Ms. Stabenow
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,
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Mr. Warner
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S337">
Mr. Coons
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
</cosponsor>
, and
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Mr. Cardin
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Recognizing the contributions of teachers to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the
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Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United
States;
</text>
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Whereas teachers and other educators deserve the respect of their students and communities for
their selfless dedication to community service and the future of the
children of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the purpose of
<quote>
National Teacher Day
</quote>
, which will be observed on May 6, 2014, is
to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions teachers
make to society and to promote greater respect and understanding for the
teaching profession; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are
hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher
Day: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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recognizes the contributions of teachers and other educators to the civic, cultural, and economic
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expresses gratitude for the work done by teachers and educators and encourages students, parents,
school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher
appreciation events on National Teacher Day.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 440 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Mr. Begich (for himself, Mr. Pryor , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Warner , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Coons , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Brown , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the contributions of teachers to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States.
Whereas education and knowledge are the foundation of the current and future strength of the United States; Whereas teachers and other educators deserve the respect of their students and communities for their selfless dedication to community service and the future of the children of the United States; Whereas the purpose of National Teacher Day , which will be observed on May 6, 2014, is to raise public awareness of the unquantifiable contributions teachers make to society and to promote greater respect and understanding for the teaching profession; and Whereas students, schools, communities, and a number of organizations representing educators are hosting teacher appreciation events in recognition of National Teacher Day: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the contributions of teachers and other educators to the civic, cultural, and economic well-being of the United States; and (2) expresses gratitude for the work done by teachers and educators and encourages students, parents, school administrators, and public officials to participate in teacher appreciation events on National Teacher Day. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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<action-date date="20140508">
May 8, 2014
</action-date>
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<sponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
</sponsor>
(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S332">
Mr. Franken
</cosponsor>
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May 13, 2014
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Designating the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as
<quote>
National Physical Education and Sport Week
</quote>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in
obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, and obesity rates are
high;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school
students do not attend physical education classes in an average week;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for
Americans, children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 should
engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily, including
aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening exercises;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and
is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase
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therefore, be it
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(1)
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designates the
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National Physical Education and
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recognizes
National Physical Education and Sport Week and the central role of
physical
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youth;
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supports the
implementation of local school wellness policies (as that term is
described in
section 9A of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C.
1758b)) that include ambitious goals for physical education, physical
activity,
and other activities that address the childhood obesity epidemic and
promote
child wellness; and
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(4)
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encourages
schools to offer physical education classes to students and work with
community
partners to provide opportunities and safe spaces for physical activities
before and after school and during the summer months for all children and
youth.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 441 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Thune , and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary May 13, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week .
Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, and obesity rates are high; Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school students do not attend physical education classes in an average week; Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 should engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily, including aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening exercises; Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase physical activity and participation of children and youth in sports: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week ; (2) recognizes National Physical Education and Sport Week and the central role of physical education and sports in creating a healthy lifestyle for all children and youth; (3) supports the implementation of local school wellness policies (as that term is described in section 9A of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1758b)) that include ambitious goals for physical education, physical activity, and other activities that address the childhood obesity epidemic and promote child wellness; and (4) encourages schools to offer physical education classes to students and work with community partners to provide opportunities and safe spaces for physical activities before and after school and during the summer months for all children and youth. |
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Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in
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<whereas>
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Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese;
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<whereas>
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Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school
students do not attend physical education classes in an average week;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for
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Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and
is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and
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Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 441 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 8, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Thune , and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week .
Whereas according to the 2012 Shape of the Nation Report, there has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, and obesity rates are high; Whereas over 30 percent of children in the United States are overweight or obese; Whereas according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 48 percent of high school students do not attend physical education classes in an average week; Whereas according to Department of Health and Human Services Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, children and adolescents between the ages of 6 and 17 should engage in 60 minutes or more of physical activity daily, including aerobic, muscle strengthening, and bone strengthening exercises; Whereas regular physical activity is necessary to support normal and healthy growth in children and is essential to the continued health and well-being of children; and Whereas Congress strongly supports efforts to increase physical activity and participation of children and youth in sports: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 1 through May 7, 2014, as National Physical Education and Sport Week ; (2) recognizes National Physical Education and Sport Week and the central role of physical education and sports in creating a healthy lifestyle for all children and youth; (3) supports the implementation of local school wellness policies (as that term is described in section 9A of the Richard B. Russell National School Lunch Act (42 U.S.C. 1758b)) that include ambitious goals for physical education, physical activity, and other activities that address the childhood obesity epidemic and promote child wellness; and (4) encourages schools to offer physical education classes to students and work with community partners to provide opportunities and safe spaces for physical activities before and after school and during the summer months for all children and youth. |
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Ms. Landrieu
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<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S362">
Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Crapo
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,
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Ms. Heitkamp
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S309">
Mr. Casey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
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,
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Mr. Blunt
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,
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Mr. Wyden
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Mrs. Hagan
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Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of
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Whereas National Foster Care Month was established more than 20 years ago to—
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(1)
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bring foster care issues to the forefront;
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highlight the importance of permanency for every child; and
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<enum>
(3)
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<text>
recognize the essential role that foster parents, social workers, and advocates have in the lives
of children in foster care throughout the United States;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent home;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the primary goal of the foster care system is to ensure the safety and well-being of
children while working to provide a safe, loving, and permanent home for
each child;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are approximately 400,000 children living in foster care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there were approximately 252,000 youth that entered the foster care system in 2012, while
nearly 102,000 youth were eligible and awaiting adoption at the end of
2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas foster care is intended to be a temporary placement, but children remain in the foster care
system for an average of 2 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ethnic minority children are more likely to stay in the foster care system for
longer periods of time and are less likely to be reunited with their
biological families;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas foster parents are the front-line caregivers for children who cannot safely remain with
their biological parents and provide physical care, emotional support,
education advocacy, and are the largest single source of families
providing permanent homes for children leaving foster care to adoption;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children in foster care who are placed with relatives, compared to children placed with
nonrelatives, have more stability, including fewer changes in placements,
have more positive perceptions of their placements, are more likely to be
placed with their siblings, and demonstrate fewer behavioral problems;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas some relative caregivers receive less financial assistance and support services than do
foster caregivers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas recent studies show children in foster care are prescribed psychotropic medication at rates
up to 11 times higher than other children on Medicaid and in amounts that
exceed the Food and Drug Administration’s guidelines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are much more likely to face educational instability with 34 percent
of foster youth ages 17 to 18 experiencing at least 7 changes while in
care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are often cut off from other youth and face hurdles in participating
in activities common to their peers, such as sports or
extracurricular activities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked, and more needs to be done to
prevent, identify, and intervene when a child becomes a victim of the
crime;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas an increased emphasis on prevention and reunification services is necessary to reduce the
number of children that are forced to remain in the foster care system;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 23,400 youth
<quote>
age out
</quote>
of foster care annually without a legal permanent
connection to an adult or family;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children who age out of foster care lack the security or support of a biological or
adoptive family and frequently struggle to secure affordable housing,
obtain health insurance, pursue higher education, and acquire adequate
employment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas nearly half of children in foster care for five or more years experience 7 or more
different foster care placements, which often leads to disruption of
routines and the need to change schools and move away from siblings,
extended families, and familiar surroundings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children entering foster care often confront the widespread misperception that children in
foster care are disruptive, unruly, and dangerous, even though placement
in foster care is based on the actions of a parent or guardian, not the
child;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas States, localities, and communities should be encouraged to invest resources in
preventative and reunification services and post-permanency programs to
ensure that more children in foster care are provided with safe, loving,
and permanent placements;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Federal legislation over the past three decades, including the Adoption Assistance and
Child Welfare Act of 1980 (
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Public Law 96–272
</external-xref>
), the Adoption and Safe
Families Act of 1997 (
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Public Law 105–89
</external-xref>
), the Fostering Connections to
Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 (
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Public Law 110–351
</external-xref>
), the
Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act (Public Law
112–34), and the Uninterrupted Scholars Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/112/278">
Public Law 112–278
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) provided
new investments and services to improve the outcomes of children in the
foster care system;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Children's Bureau of the Department of Health and Human Services has designated May as
National Foster Care Month under the theme
<quote>
to help build blocks toward permanent families for foster youth
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Foster Care Month to provide an
opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments of the child-welfare
workforce, foster parents, advocacy community, and mentors for their
dedication, accomplishments, and positive impact they have on the lives of
children; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and
permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be
it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges
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</text>
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<enum>
(2)
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encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care
system and maximize the number children exiting foster care to the
protection of
safe, loving, and permanent families;
</text>
</paragraph>
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(3)
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supports the designation of National Foster Care Month;
</text>
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<enum>
(4)
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acknowledges the unique needs of children in the foster care system;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H36958A3981AC458EBA6EFE93F53B5E95">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
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recognizes foster youth throughout the United States for their ongoing tenacity, courage, and
resilience while facing life challenges;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
acknowledges the exceptional alumni of the foster care system who serve as advocates and role
models for youth who remain in care;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
honors the commitment and dedication of the individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance
and services to children in the foster care system; and
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(8)
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<text>
reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all children in the foster care
system through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act (42
U.S.C. 601 et seq.) and other programs designed to—
</text>
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(A)
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support vulnerable families;
</text>
</subparagraph>
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<enum>
(B)
</enum>
<text>
invest in prevention and reunification services;
</text>
</subparagraph>
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<enum>
(C)
</enum>
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promote guardianship, adoption, and other permanent placement opportunities in cases where
reunification is not in the best interests of the child;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="H4F7681C76B5541C3959BE1AAB5054AA1">
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(D)
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adequately serve those children brought into the foster care system; and
</text>
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<enum>
(E)
</enum>
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facilitate the successful transition into adulthood for children that
<quote>
age out
</quote>
of the foster care
system.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 442 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 13, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mr. Grassley , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Crapo , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Levin , Mr. Johanns , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Casey , Mr. Hoeven , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Wyden , and Mrs. Hagan ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions RESOLUTION Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
Whereas National Foster Care Month was established more than 20 years ago to— (1) bring foster care issues to the forefront; (2) highlight the importance of permanency for every child; and (3) recognize the essential role that foster parents, social workers, and advocates have in the lives of children in foster care throughout the United States; Whereas all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent home; Whereas the primary goal of the foster care system is to ensure the safety and well-being of children while working to provide a safe, loving, and permanent home for each child; Whereas there are approximately 400,000 children living in foster care; Whereas there were approximately 252,000 youth that entered the foster care system in 2012, while nearly 102,000 youth were eligible and awaiting adoption at the end of 2012; Whereas foster care is intended to be a temporary placement, but children remain in the foster care system for an average of 2 years; Whereas ethnic minority children are more likely to stay in the foster care system for longer periods of time and are less likely to be reunited with their biological families; Whereas foster parents are the front-line caregivers for children who cannot safely remain with their biological parents and provide physical care, emotional support, education advocacy, and are the largest single source of families providing permanent homes for children leaving foster care to adoption; Whereas children in foster care who are placed with relatives, compared to children placed with nonrelatives, have more stability, including fewer changes in placements, have more positive perceptions of their placements, are more likely to be placed with their siblings, and demonstrate fewer behavioral problems; Whereas some relative caregivers receive less financial assistance and support services than do foster caregivers; Whereas recent studies show children in foster care are prescribed psychotropic medication at rates up to 11 times higher than other children on Medicaid and in amounts that exceed the Food and Drug Administration’s guidelines; Whereas youth in foster care are much more likely to face educational instability with 34 percent of foster youth ages 17 to 18 experiencing at least 7 changes while in care; Whereas youth in foster care are often cut off from other youth and face hurdles in participating in activities common to their peers, such as sports or extracurricular activities; Whereas youth in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked, and more needs to be done to prevent, identify, and intervene when a child becomes a victim of the crime; Whereas an increased emphasis on prevention and reunification services is necessary to reduce the number of children that are forced to remain in the foster care system; Whereas more than 23,400 youth age out of foster care annually without a legal permanent connection to an adult or family; Whereas children who age out of foster care lack the security or support of a biological or adoptive family and frequently struggle to secure affordable housing, obtain health insurance, pursue higher education, and acquire adequate employment; Whereas nearly half of children in foster care for five or more years experience 7 or more different foster care placements, which often leads to disruption of routines and the need to change schools and move away from siblings, extended families, and familiar surroundings; Whereas children entering foster care often confront the widespread misperception that children in foster care are disruptive, unruly, and dangerous, even though placement in foster care is based on the actions of a parent or guardian, not the child; Whereas States, localities, and communities should be encouraged to invest resources in preventative and reunification services and post-permanency programs to ensure that more children in foster care are provided with safe, loving, and permanent placements; Whereas Federal legislation over the past three decades, including the Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980 ( Public Law 96–272 ), the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 ( Public Law 105–89 ), the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 ( Public Law 110–351 ), the Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act (Public Law 112–34), and the Uninterrupted Scholars Act ( Public Law 112–278 ) provided new investments and services to improve the outcomes of children in the foster care system; Whereas the Children's Bureau of the Department of Health and Human Services has designated May as National Foster Care Month under the theme to help build blocks toward permanent families for foster youth ; Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Foster Care Month to provide an opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments of the child-welfare workforce, foster parents, advocacy community, and mentors for their dedication, accomplishments, and positive impact they have on the lives of children; and Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children face in the foster care system; (2) encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system and maximize the number children exiting foster care to the protection of safe, loving, and permanent families; (3) supports the designation of National Foster Care Month; (4) acknowledges the unique needs of children in the foster care system; (5) recognizes foster youth throughout the United States for their ongoing tenacity, courage, and resilience while facing life challenges; (6) acknowledges the exceptional alumni of the foster care system who serve as advocates and role models for youth who remain in care; (7) honors the commitment and dedication of the individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to children in the foster care system; and (8) reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all children in the foster care system through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) and other programs designed to— (A) support vulnerable families; (B) invest in prevention and reunification services; (C) promote guardianship, adoption, and other permanent placement opportunities in cases where reunification is not in the best interests of the child; (D) adequately serve those children brought into the foster care system; and (E) facilitate the successful transition into adulthood for children that age out of the foster care system. |
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Recognizing the goals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions
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Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established
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Joint
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Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated
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Whereas more than 200 travel destinations throughout the
United States are holding events in honor of National Travel and Tourism
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Whereas one out of every 9 jobs in the United States
depends on travel and tourism and the industry supports more than
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jobs in the United States, including 7,900,000 directly in the travel
industry and 7,000,000 in related industries;
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Whereas the travel and tourism industry is among the top 10 industries in 49 States and the
District of Columbia in terms of employment;
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Whereas international travel to the United States is the
single largest export industry in the country, generating a trade surplus
balance of $57,100,000,000 in 2013;
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Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the
President have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United
States
welcoming to visitors from other countries;
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Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic
benefits to the United States by generating $2,100,000,000,000 in
annual
economic output;
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Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience
the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United
States
and its communities; and
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Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 443 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 13, 2014 Mr. Begich (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Scott , Mr. Warner , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Reid , Ms. Klobuchar , Mrs. Shaheen , and Mr. Heller ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the goals of National Travel and Tourism Week and honoring the valuable contributions of travel and tourism to the United States.
Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week was established in 1983 through the enactment of the Joint Resolution entitled Joint Resolution to designate the week beginning May 27, 1984, as National Tourism Week , approved November 29, 1983 ( Public Law 98–178 ; 97 Stat. 1126), which recognized the value of travel and tourism; Whereas National Travel and Tourism Week is celebrated across the United States from May 3 through May 11, 2014; Whereas more than 200 travel destinations throughout the United States are holding events in honor of National Travel and Tourism Week; Whereas one out of every 9 jobs in the United States depends on travel and tourism and the industry supports more than 14,900,000 jobs in the United States, including 7,900,000 directly in the travel industry and 7,000,000 in related industries; Whereas the travel and tourism industry is among the top 10 industries in 49 States and the District of Columbia in terms of employment; Whereas international travel to the United States is the single largest export industry in the country, generating a trade surplus balance of $57,100,000,000 in 2013; Whereas the travel and tourism industry, Congress, and the President have worked to streamline the visa process and make the United States welcoming to visitors from other countries; Whereas travel and tourism provide significant economic benefits to the United States by generating $2,100,000,000,000 in annual economic output; Whereas leisure travel allows individuals to experience the rich cultural heritage and educational opportunities of the United States and its communities; and Whereas the immense value of travel and tourism cannot be overstated: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 3 through May 11, 2014, as National Travel and Tourism Week; (2) commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States; and (3) commends the employees of the travel and tourism industry for their important contributions to the United States. |
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Mr. Nelson
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Mr. Roberts
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Sanders
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Mr. Scott
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Mr. Sessions
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,
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S184">
Mr. Shelby
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,
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Ms. Stabenow
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S314">
Mr. Tester
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S326">
Mr. Udall of New Mexico
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S299">
Mr. Vitter
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S371">
Mr. Walsh
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S366">
Ms. Warren
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S316">
Mr. Whitehouse
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
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, and
<cosponsor name-id="S247">
Mr. Wyden
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Relative to the death of Harlan Mathews, former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
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Whereas Harlan Mathews served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1944 to 1946;
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<whereas>
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Whereas in 1950 Harlan Mathews began his career in public service by working as an advisor to
Governor Gordon Browning, and between 1950 and 1987 would serve as a top
advisor to four governors of the State of Tennessee;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Harlan Mathews also served as Tennessee's Commissioner of Finance, and in 1974 was elected
State Treasurer by the Tennessee General Assembly;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1993, while serving as a Deputy Governor, Governor Ned McWherter appointed Harlan
Mathews to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy caused by former
Senator Al Gore being elected Vice President of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Harlan Mathews served on the Energy and Natural Resources and the Foreign Relations
Committees;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during his tenure in the United States Senate, Harlan Mathews served with distinction and
integrity, and worked to be a quiet force for good for those he
represented; Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the
Honorable Harlan Mathews, former member of the United States Senate.
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That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 444 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 13, 2014 Mr. Alexander (for himself, Mr. Corker , Mr. Reid , Mr. McConnell , Ms. Ayotte , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Begich , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Booker , Mr. Boozman , Mrs. Boxer , Mr. Brown , Mr. Burr , Ms. Cantwell , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Carper , Mr. Casey , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Coats , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Collins , Mr. Coons , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Enzi , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Flake , Mr. Franken , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Graham , Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Heinrich , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Heller , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Kaine , Mr. King , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Klobuchar , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Lee , Mr. Levin , Mr. Manchin , Mr. Markey , Mr. McCain , Mrs. McCaskill , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Merkley , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Moran , Ms. Murkowski , Mr. Murphy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Paul , Mr. Portman , Mr. Pryor , Mr. Reed , Mr. Risch , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Sanders , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Scott , Mr. Sessions , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Shelby , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Tester , Mr. Thune , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Warner , Ms. Warren , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Wicker , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Relative to the death of Harlan Mathews, former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
Whereas Harlan Mathews served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1944 to 1946; Whereas in 1950 Harlan Mathews began his career in public service by working as an advisor to Governor Gordon Browning, and between 1950 and 1987 would serve as a top advisor to four governors of the State of Tennessee; Whereas Harlan Mathews also served as Tennessee's Commissioner of Finance, and in 1974 was elected State Treasurer by the Tennessee General Assembly; Whereas in 1993, while serving as a Deputy Governor, Governor Ned McWherter appointed Harlan Mathews to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy caused by former Senator Al Gore being elected Vice President of the United States; Whereas Harlan Mathews served on the Energy and Natural Resources and the Foreign Relations Committees; Whereas during his tenure in the United States Senate, Harlan Mathews served with distinction and integrity, and worked to be a quiet force for good for those he represented; Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Harlan Mathews, former member of the United States Senate. That the Secretary of the Senate communicate these resolutions to the House of Representatives and transmit an enrolled copy thereof to the family of the deceased. That when the Senate adjourns today, it stand adjourned as a further mark of respect to the memory of the Honorable Harlan Mathews. |
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Whereas in 2014, cancer remains one of the most pressing
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Whereas in 2014, more than 1,600,000 individuals in
the United States are
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United States are expected to
die from the
disease;
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Whereas 77 percent of individuals diagnosed with cancer are over the age of 55;
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Whereas cancer accounts for approximately 1 in every 4 deaths, is the second most common cause of
disease-related death in the United States, and is projected to become the
number 1 disease-related killer of individuals in the United States;
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Whereas racial and ethnic minorities, as well as low-income and elderly populations, continue to
suffer disproportionately in cancer incidence, prevalence, and mortality;
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Whereas cancer is expected to cost the United States economy an estimated $216,000,000,000 in 2014,
and the economic burden of cancer is expected to rise as the number of
cancer deaths increases;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the United States investment in cancer research has
yielded substantial advances in cancer research and has saved many lives;
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Whereas scholars estimate that every 1 percent decline in cancer mortality saves
the
United States economy $500,000,000,000;
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Whereas advancements in understanding the causes,
mechanisms, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of cancer have led to
cures
for many types of cancer and have converted other types of cancer into
manageable chronic conditions;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the 5-year survival rate for all types of cancer was greater than 65 percent in 2011,
improving between 1981 and 2011, and more than 13,700,000
cancer
survivors were living in the United States in 2011;
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Whereas therapy and effective screening tools for some types of cancer remain elusive, and some
cancers, including pancreatic, liver, lung, ovarian, and brain cancer,
continue to have extraordinarily high mortality rates and 5-year
survival rates that are typically less than 50 percent;
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Whereas partnerships among research scientists, the general public, cancer survivors, patient
advocates, philanthropic organizations, industry, and Federal, State, and
local governments have led to advanced breakthroughs, early detection
tools that have increased survival rates, and a better quality of life for
cancer survivors;
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Whereas precision medicine holds great promise in treating cancer; and
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Whereas advances in cancer research have had significant
implications for the treatment of other costly diseases, such as diabetes,
heart
disease, Alzheimer's disease, HIV/AIDS, and macular degeneration: Now,
therefore, be it
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recognizes the
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the more than 200 diseases that collectively represent cancer.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 445 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 14, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself, Mr. Isakson , Mr. Coons , Mr. Brown , Ms. Collins , Mr. Durbin , Mr. King , Mr. Moran , Ms. Klobuchar , and Mr. Schatz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary May 21, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of cancer research and the contributions of scientists, clinicians, and patient advocates across the United States who are dedicated to finding a cure for cancer, and designating May 2014 as National Cancer Research Month .
Whereas in 2014, cancer remains one of the most pressing public health concerns in the United States; Whereas in 2014, more than 1,600,000 individuals in the United States are expected to be diagnosed with cancer and more than 585,000 individuals in the United States are expected to die from the disease; Whereas 1 in 2 men in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer during his lifetime, and 1 in 3 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer during her lifetime; Whereas 77 percent of individuals diagnosed with cancer are over the age of 55; Whereas cancer accounts for approximately 1 in every 4 deaths, is the second most common cause of disease-related death in the United States, and is projected to become the number 1 disease-related killer of individuals in the United States; Whereas racial and ethnic minorities, as well as low-income and elderly populations, continue to suffer disproportionately in cancer incidence, prevalence, and mortality; Whereas the term cancer refers to more than 200 diseases that collectively represent— (1) the leading cause of death for individuals in the United States under the age of 85; and (2) the second leading cause of death for all individuals in the United States; Whereas cancer is expected to cost the United States economy an estimated $216,000,000,000 in 2014, and the economic burden of cancer is expected to rise as the number of cancer deaths increases; Whereas the United States investment in cancer research has yielded substantial advances in cancer research and has saved many lives; Whereas scholars estimate that every 1 percent decline in cancer mortality saves the United States economy $500,000,000,000; Whereas advancements in understanding the causes, mechanisms, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of cancer have led to cures for many types of cancer and have converted other types of cancer into manageable chronic conditions; Whereas the 5-year survival rate for all types of cancer was greater than 65 percent in 2011, improving between 1981 and 2011, and more than 13,700,000 cancer survivors were living in the United States in 2011; Whereas therapy and effective screening tools for some types of cancer remain elusive, and some cancers, including pancreatic, liver, lung, ovarian, and brain cancer, continue to have extraordinarily high mortality rates and 5-year survival rates that are typically less than 50 percent; Whereas partnerships among research scientists, the general public, cancer survivors, patient advocates, philanthropic organizations, industry, and Federal, State, and local governments have led to advanced breakthroughs, early detection tools that have increased survival rates, and a better quality of life for cancer survivors; Whereas precision medicine holds great promise in treating cancer; and Whereas advances in cancer research have had significant implications for the treatment of other costly diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, HIV/AIDS, and macular degeneration: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the importance of cancer research and the invaluable contributions of researchers in the United States and around the world who are dedicated to reversing the cancer epidemic; (2) designates May 2014 as National Cancer Research Month ; and (3) supports efforts to establish cancer research as a national and international priority to eventually eliminate the more than 200 diseases that collectively represent cancer. |
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National Cancer Research Month
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Whereas cancer is expected to cost the United States economy an estimated $216,000,000,000 in 2014,
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cancer deaths increases;
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Whereas the United States investment in cancer research has
yielded substantial advances in cancer research and has saved many lives;
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Whereas scholars estimate that every 1 percent decline in cancer mortality saves
the
United States economy $500,000,000,000;
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Whereas advancements in understanding the causes,
mechanisms, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of cancer have led to
cures
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manageable chronic conditions;
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Whereas the 5-year survival rate for all types of cancer was greater than 65 percent in 2011,
improving between 1981 and 2011, and more than 13,700,000
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survivors were living in the United States in 2011;
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Whereas therapy and effective screening tools for some types of cancer remain elusive, and some
cancers, including pancreatic, liver, lung, ovarian, and brain cancer,
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survival rates that are typically less than 50 percent;
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local governments have led to advanced breakthroughs, early detection
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cancer survivors;
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Whereas precision medicine holds great promise in treating cancer; and
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Whereas advances in cancer research have had significant
implications for the treatment of other costly diseases, such as diabetes,
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therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 445 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 14, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein (for herself and Mr. Isakson ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of cancer research and the contributions of scientists, clinicians, and patient advocates across the United States who are dedicated to finding a cure for cancer, and designating May 2014 as National Cancer Research Month .
Whereas in 2014, cancer remains one of the most pressing public health concerns in the United States; Whereas in 2014, more than 1,600,000 individuals in the United States are expected to be diagnosed with cancer and more than 585,000 individuals in the United States are expected to die from the disease; Whereas 1 in 2 men in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer during his lifetime, and 1 in 3 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer during her lifetime; Whereas 77 percent of individuals diagnosed with cancer are over the age of 55; Whereas cancer accounts for approximately 1 in every 4 deaths, is the second most common cause of disease-related death in the United States, and is projected to become the number 1 disease-related killer of individuals in the United States; Whereas racial and ethnic minorities, as well as low-income and elderly populations, continue to suffer disproportionately in cancer incidence, prevalence, and mortality; Whereas the term cancer refers to more than 200 diseases that collectively represent— (1) the leading cause of death for individuals in the United States under the age of 85; and (2) the second leading cause of death for all individuals in the United States; Whereas cancer is expected to cost the United States economy an estimated $216,000,000,000 in 2014, and the economic burden of cancer is expected to rise as the number of cancer deaths increases; Whereas the United States investment in cancer research has yielded substantial advances in cancer research and has saved many lives; Whereas scholars estimate that every 1 percent decline in cancer mortality saves the United States economy $500,000,000,000; Whereas advancements in understanding the causes, mechanisms, diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of cancer have led to cures for many types of cancer and have converted other types of cancer into manageable chronic conditions; Whereas the 5-year survival rate for all types of cancer was greater than 65 percent in 2011, improving between 1981 and 2011, and more than 13,700,000 cancer survivors were living in the United States in 2011; Whereas therapy and effective screening tools for some types of cancer remain elusive, and some cancers, including pancreatic, liver, lung, ovarian, and brain cancer, continue to have extraordinarily high mortality rates and 5-year survival rates that are typically less than 50 percent; Whereas partnerships among research scientists, the general public, cancer survivors, patient advocates, philanthropic organizations, industry, and Federal, State, and local governments have led to advanced breakthroughs, early detection tools that have increased survival rates, and a better quality of life for cancer survivors; Whereas precision medicine holds great promise in treating cancer; and Whereas advances in cancer research have had significant implications for the treatment of other costly diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, HIV/AIDS, and macular degeneration: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the importance of cancer research and the invaluable contributions of researchers in the United States and around the world who are dedicated to reversing the cancer epidemic; (2) designates May 2014 as National Cancer Research Month ; and (3) supports efforts to establish cancer research as a national and international priority to eventually eliminate the more than 200 diseases that collectively represent cancer. |
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Mr. McConnell
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Mr. Paul
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Recognizing the 50
<superscript>
th
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Whereas on May 4, 1964, Congress declared bourbon whiskey a distinctive product of the United
States that is unlike other types of alcoholic beverages, whether foreign
or domestic;
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Whereas to be designated as
<quote>
bourbon,
</quote>
a product must conform to high standards and be manufactured in accordance with the laws and
regulations of the United States, which prescribe Federal Standards of
Identity for
<quote>
bourbon whisky
</quote>
;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bourbon whiskey has achieved recognition and acceptance throughout the world as a
distinctive product of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Kentucky, the birthplace of bourbon, produces 95 percent of the world’s supply;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Kentucky’s iconic bourbon brands are reaching farther than ever, with more than 30,000,000
gallons shipped to 126 countries, making bourbon the largest export
category among all United States distilled spirits and a source of
national pride;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bourbon production has increased by more than 120 percent since 1999, contributing to the
development of a vibrant bourbon tourism industry in Kentucky;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bourbon is a vital part of American culture and the economy, generating close to 9,000 jobs
in
Kentucky and almost $2,000,000,000 in gross Kentucky product in 2010; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bourbon industry continues its efforts to promote the responsible and moderate use of
its product, and to curb drunken driving and underage drinking: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate recognizes the 50
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the Congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive product of the
United States.
</text>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 446 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. McConnell (for himself and Mr. Paul ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 50 th anniversary of the Congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive product of the United States.
Whereas on May 4, 1964, Congress declared bourbon whiskey a distinctive product of the United States that is unlike other types of alcoholic beverages, whether foreign or domestic; Whereas to be designated as bourbon, a product must conform to high standards and be manufactured in accordance with the laws and regulations of the United States, which prescribe Federal Standards of Identity for bourbon whisky ; Whereas bourbon whiskey has achieved recognition and acceptance throughout the world as a distinctive product of the United States; Whereas Kentucky, the birthplace of bourbon, produces 95 percent of the world’s supply; Whereas Kentucky’s iconic bourbon brands are reaching farther than ever, with more than 30,000,000 gallons shipped to 126 countries, making bourbon the largest export category among all United States distilled spirits and a source of national pride; Whereas bourbon production has increased by more than 120 percent since 1999, contributing to the development of a vibrant bourbon tourism industry in Kentucky; Whereas bourbon is a vital part of American culture and the economy, generating close to 9,000 jobs in Kentucky and almost $2,000,000,000 in gross Kentucky product in 2010; and Whereas the bourbon industry continues its efforts to promote the responsible and moderate use of its product, and to curb drunken driving and underage drinking: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes the 50 th anniversary of the Congressional declaration of bourbon whiskey as a distinctive product of the United States. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 15, 2014
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Mr. Casey
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Mr. Rubio
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming
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Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris
December 10, 1948, states that “everyone has the right to freedom of
opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions
without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and
ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers”;
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Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as “World Press
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press, to evaluate freedom of the press around the world, to defend the
media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists
who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession;
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Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution
(A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity,
which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists
and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced
disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in
both conflict and non-conflict situations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme “Media
Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda”;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
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22 U.S.C. 2151
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note; Public Law
111–166), which was passed by unanimous consent in the Senate and signed
into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of
freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of
the Department of State;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were
killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and dissemination of
news and information;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for
journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in
Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number
of journalists were abducted;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered
since 1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number
of unpunished journalist murders between 2004 to 2013 are Iraq, Somalia,
the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Syria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were
arrested in 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in
prison on December 1, 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of
journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel
militias have intentionally targeted professional and citizen journalists,
causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the
region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to
silence the independent press and undermine freedom of expression,
including its recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas Reporters Without Borders has expressed concern that journalists in Cuba have suffered
physical attacks, arbitrary detention, and death threats, and have been
prevented access to information;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas commented="no">
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
Whereas Freedom House has cited a deteriorating environment for internet freedom around the world
and has ranked Iran, Cuba, China, Syria, and Ethiopia as having the worst
obstacles to access, limits on content, and violations of user rights
among the countries and territories rated by Freedom House as “Not Free”;
</text>
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society, and socioeconomic development; and
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<whereas commented="no">
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Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now,
therefore, be it
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calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163),
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to ensure that the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats
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to continue to highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press year-round.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 447 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Rubio , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations July 8, 2014 Considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris December 10, 1948, states that “everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers”; Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as “World Press Freedom Day” to celebrate the fundamental principles of freedom of the press, to evaluate freedom of the press around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession; Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity, which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in both conflict and non-conflict situations; Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme “Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda”; Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 ( 22 U.S.C. 2151 note; Public Law 111–166), which was passed by unanimous consent in the Senate and signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of the Department of State; Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and dissemination of news and information; Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number of journalists were abducted; Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered since 1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment; Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number of unpunished journalist murders between 2004 to 2013 are Iraq, Somalia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Syria; Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were arrested in 2013; Whereas according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in prison on December 1, 2013; Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran; Whereas according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel militias have intentionally targeted professional and citizen journalists, causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the region; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to silence the independent press and undermine freedom of expression, including its recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine; Whereas Reporters Without Borders has expressed concern that journalists in Cuba have suffered physical attacks, arbitrary detention, and death threats, and have been prevented access to information; Whereas Freedom House has cited a deteriorating environment for internet freedom around the world and has ranked Iran, Cuba, China, Syria, and Ethiopia as having the worst obstacles to access, limits on content, and violations of user rights among the countries and territories rated by Freedom House as “Not Free”; Whereas freedom of the press is a key component of democratic governance, the activism of civil society, and socioeconomic development; and Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3, 2014; (2) commends journalists and media workers around the world for their essential role in promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society, despite threats to their safety; (3) pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work; (4) calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163), by thoroughly investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists, including murders and kidnappings, while ensuring the protection of witnesses; (5) condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups; (6) reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts by the United States Government to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance domestically and around the world; and (7) calls on the President and the Secretary of State— (A) to ensure that the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world; (B) to continue to urge foreign governments to transparently investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists; and (C) to continue to highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press year-round. |
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Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming
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Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris
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opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information
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Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as
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World Press Freedom Day
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to celebrate the fundamental principles of freedom of the press, to evaluate freedom of the press
around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence,
and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the
exercise of their profession;
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Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution
(A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity,
which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists
and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced
disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in
both conflict and non-conflict situations;
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Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme
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Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda
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;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Public Law
111–16622; U.S.C. 2151 note), which was passed by unanimous consent in the
Senate and signed
into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of
freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of
the Department of State;
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Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were
killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and
dissemination of news and information;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for
journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in
Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number
of journalists were abducted;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered
since
1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number
of unsolved journalist murders are Iraq, the Philippines, Algeria,
Colombia, and Somalia;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were
arrested in 2013;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in
prison
on December 1, 2013;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of
journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel
militias have intentionally targeted journalists,
causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the
region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to
silence the
independent press and undermine freedom of expression, including its
recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas freedom of the press is a key component of democratic governance, the activism of civil
society, and socioeconomic development; and
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now,
therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world
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commends journalists and media workers around the world for their essential role in promoting
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pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work;
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violence against journalists, including murders and kidnappings, while
ensuring the protection of witnesses;
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condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent
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reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts by the United States Government to
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to improve the means by which the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 447 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself and Mr. Rubio ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris December 10, 1948, states that everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers ; Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as World Press Freedom Day to celebrate the fundamental principles of freedom of the press, to evaluate freedom of the press around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession; Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity, which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in both conflict and non-conflict situations; Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda ; Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–16622; U.S.C. 2151 note), which was passed by unanimous consent in the Senate and signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of the Department of State; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and dissemination of news and information; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number of journalists were abducted; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered since 1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number of unsolved journalist murders are Iraq, the Philippines, Algeria, Colombia, and Somalia; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were arrested in 2013; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in prison on December 1, 2013; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel militias have intentionally targeted journalists, causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the region; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to silence the independent press and undermine freedom of expression, including its recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine; Whereas freedom of the press is a key component of democratic governance, the activism of civil society, and socioeconomic development; and Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3, 2014; (2) commends journalists and media workers around the world for their essential role in promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society, despite threats to their safety; (3) pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work; (4) calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163), by thoroughly investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists, including murders and kidnappings, while ensuring the protection of witnesses; (5) condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups; (6) reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts by the United States Government to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance domestically and around the world; and (7) calls on the President and the Secretary of State— (A) to improve the means by which the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world; (B) to urge foreign governments to transparently investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists; and (C) to highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press year-round. |
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Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming
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Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris
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Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as
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Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution
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which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists
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Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme
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Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda
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Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Public Law
111–16622; U.S.C. 2151 note), which was passed by unanimous consent in the
Senate and signed
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Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were
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Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for
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Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number
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Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of
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Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel
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region;
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Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to
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Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now,
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Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris
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Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as “World Press
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Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution
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which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists
and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced
disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in
both conflict and non-conflict situations;
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Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for
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Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel
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Whereas Freedom House has cited a deteriorating environment for internet freedom around the world
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to improve the means by which the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and
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| III Calendar No. 440 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 447 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Casey (for himself, Mr. Rubio , and Mrs. Shaheen ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations June 25, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble Strike out all after the resolving clause and insert the part printed in italic Strike the preamble and insert the part printed in italic RESOLUTION Recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance.
Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris December 10, 1948, states that everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers ; Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as World Press Freedom Day to celebrate the fundamental principles of freedom of the press, to evaluate freedom of the press around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession; Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity, which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in both conflict and non-conflict situations; Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda ; Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 (Public Law 111–16622; U.S.C. 2151 note), which was passed by unanimous consent in the Senate and signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of the Department of State; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and dissemination of news and information; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number of journalists were abducted; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered since 1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number of unsolved journalist murders are Iraq, the Philippines, Algeria, Colombia, and Somalia; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were arrested in 2013; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in prison on December 1, 2013; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel militias have intentionally targeted journalists, causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the region; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to silence the independent press and undermine freedom of expression, including its recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine; Whereas freedom of the press is a key component of democratic governance, the activism of civil society, and socioeconomic development; and Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now, therefore, be it Whereas Article 19 of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted at Paris December 10, 1948, states that “everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive, and impart information and ideas through any media and regardless of frontiers”; Whereas, in 1993, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed May 3 of each year as “World Press Freedom Day” to celebrate the fundamental principles of freedom of the press, to evaluate freedom of the press around the world, to defend the media from attacks on its independence, and to pay tribute to journalists who have lost their lives in the exercise of their profession; Whereas, on December 18, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/RES/68/163) on the safety of journalists and the issue of impunity, which unequivocally condemns all attacks and violence against journalists and media workers, including torture, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, arbitrary detention, and intimidation and harassment in both conflict and non-conflict situations; Whereas 2014 is the 21st anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, which focuses on the theme “Media Freedom for a Better Future: Shaping the Post-2015 Development Agenda”; Whereas the Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009 ( 22 U.S.C. 2151 note; Public Law 111–166), which was passed by unanimous consent in the Senate and signed into law by President Barack Obama in 2010, expanded the examination of freedom of the press around the world in the annual human rights report of the Department of State; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 71 journalists and 39 citizen journalists were killed in 2013 in connection with their collection and dissemination of news and information; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 3 deadliest countries for journalists on assignment in 2013 were Syria, Iraq, and Egypt, and in Syria, the deadliest country for such journalists, an unprecedented number of journalists were abducted; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 617 journalists have been murdered since 1992 without the perpetrators of such crimes facing punishment; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the 5 countries with the highest number of unpunished journalist murders between 2004 to 2013 are Iraq, Somalia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Syria; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, 826 journalists and 127 citizen journalists were arrested in 2013; Whereas, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists, 211 journalists worldwide were in prison on December 1, 2013; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the 5 countries with the highest number of journalists in prison are Syria, China, Eritrea, Turkey, and Iran; Whereas, according to Reporters Without Borders, the Government of Syria and extremist rebel militias have intentionally targeted professional and citizen journalists, causing dramatic repercussions for the freedom of the press throughout the region; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation has engaged in an unprecedented campaign to silence the independent press and undermine freedom of expression, including its recent efforts to destabilize Ukraine; Whereas Reporters Without Borders has expressed concern that journalists in Cuba have suffered physical attacks, arbitrary detention, and death threats, and have been prevented access to information; Whereas Freedom House has cited a deteriorating environment for internet freedom around the world and has ranked Iran, Cuba, China, Syria, and Ethiopia as having the worst obstacles to access, limits on content, and violations of user rights among the countries and territories rated by Freedom House as “Not Free”; Whereas freedom of the press is a key component of democratic governance, the activism of civil society, and socioeconomic development; and Whereas freedom of the press enhances public accountability, transparency, and participation: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3, 2014; (2) commends journalists and media workers around the world for their essential role in promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society, despite threats to their safety; (3) pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work; (4) calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163), by thoroughly investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists, including murders and kidnappings, while ensuring the protection of witnesses; (5) condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups; (6) reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts by the United States Government to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance domestically and around the world; and (7) calls on the President and the Secretary of State— (A) to improve the means by which the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world; (B) to urge foreign governments to transparently investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists; and (C) to highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press year-round.
That the Senate— (1) expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day, held on May 3, 2014; (2) commends journalists and media workers around the world for their essential role in promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society, despite threats to their safety; (3) pays tribute to the journalists who have lost their lives carrying out their work; (4) calls on governments abroad to implement United Nations General Assembly Resolution (A/RES/68/163), by thoroughly investigating and seeking to resolve outstanding cases of violence against journalists, including murders and kidnappings, while ensuring the protection of witnesses; (5) condemns all actions around the world that suppress freedom of the press, such as the recent kidnappings of journalists and media workers in eastern Ukraine by pro-Russian militant groups; (6) reaffirms the centrality of freedom of the press to efforts by the United States Government to support democracy, mitigate conflict, and promote good governance domestically and around the world; and (7) calls on the President and the Secretary of State— (A) to ensure that the United States Government rapidly identifies, publicizes, and responds to threats against freedom of the press around the world; (B) to continue to urge foreign governments to transparently investigate and bring to justice the perpetrators of attacks against journalists; and (C) to continue to highlight the issue of threats against freedom of the press year-round.
June 25, 2014 Reported with an amendment and an amendment to the preamble |
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Whereas the territorial integrity of Ukraine has been compromised by the unlawful annexation of
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Whereas the territorial integrity of Ukraine continues to be under threat because of unlawful
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Whereas ongoing economic hardships in Ukraine are being exploited by unlawful separatist elements
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Whereas strengthening of the economy of Ukraine can help stabilize the unrest in the southern and
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Whereas the Russian Federation has declared the Russian ruble to be legal tender in Crimea
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Whereas the Russian Federation will exploit currency competition between the ruble and the hryvnia
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Whereas a stable national currency can be important to facilitate economic growth;
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Whereas currency boards have a long record of promoting superior performance in countries with
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Whereas the establishment of a national currency board for Ukraine can generate a more stable
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Whereas a stable national currency can boost investor confidence and make Ukraine less susceptible
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Whereas the International Monetary Fund has a long track record of supporting the establishment of
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Whereas the International Monetary Fund can provide the technical expertise necessary to ensure
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Whereas currency board systems have been designed for other countries in Europe with positive
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 448 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Cruz ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the policy of the United States regarding stabilizing the currency of Ukraine.
Whereas the territorial integrity of Ukraine has been compromised by the unlawful annexation of Crimea by the Russian Federation; Whereas the territorial integrity of Ukraine continues to be under threat because of unlawful provocations by the Russian Federation; Whereas ongoing economic hardships in Ukraine are being exploited by unlawful separatist elements with allegiances to the Russian Federation; Whereas strengthening of the economy of Ukraine can help stabilize the unrest in the southern and eastern parts of Ukraine and support the territorial integrity of Ukraine; Whereas the Russian Federation has declared the Russian ruble to be legal tender in Crimea following its unlawful annexation of Crimea, to circulate in parallel with the hryvnia, the national currency of Ukraine, until January 1, 2016; Whereas the Russian Federation will exploit currency competition between the ruble and the hryvnia during the period both currencies are in circulation in Crimea in an attempt to portray the Russian-controlled managed economy as superior to Western-style democracy and free markets; Whereas a stable national currency can be important to facilitate economic growth; Whereas the hryvnia dropped in value by 35 percent relative to the United States dollar between January and May 2014; Whereas currency boards have a long record of promoting superior performance in countries with emerging markets by spurring higher economic growth rates, lower inflation rates, and more fiscal discipline than central banks that employ floating exchange rates; Whereas the establishment of a national currency board for Ukraine can generate a more stable currency and enhance demand for the hryvnia; Whereas, under a currency board, the hryvnia could be convertible into the United States dollar or the euro, both of which are dominant global reserve currencies; Whereas the ability to convert the hryvnia into the United States dollar or the euro would help make the hryvnia stable and its exchange more reliable; Whereas a stable national currency can boost investor confidence and make Ukraine less susceptible to destabilizing rhetoric from the Russian Federation; Whereas the International Monetary Fund has a long track record of supporting the establishment of currency boards and financial mechanisms that approximate currency boards, notably through the implementation of Article VII of Annex 4 of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina, initialed at Dayton, November 21, 1995 (commonly known as the Dayton Peace Accords ), which mandated a currency board for Bosnia and Herzegovina; Whereas the International Monetary Fund can provide the technical expertise necessary to ensure that a currency board run by monetary authorities in Ukraine is implemented properly; Whereas currency board systems have been designed for other countries in Europe with positive results, including Estonia, Lithuania, and Bosnia and Herzegovina; Whereas the United States Congress sent a strong message of solidarity with the people of Ukraine by passing the Support for the Sovereignty, Integrity, Democracy, and Economic Stability of Ukraine Act of 2014 ( Public Law 113–95 ; 128 Stat. 1088), which included financial assistance for Ukraine; and Whereas strengthening of the national currency of Ukraine and supporting the institution of a disciplined monetary regime would send a powerful signal of support for Ukraine: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the United States and Ukraine should examine the benefits of implementing a currency board system as a way to stabilize the national currency of Ukraine and to improve the economy of Ukraine; and (2) if Ukraine decides to pursue the implementation of a currency board system, the United States Secretary of the Treasury should work with the International Monetary Fund to help create a currency board for Ukraine that can assist Ukraine to improve its economy. |
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Whereas the well-being of all individuals in the United States is preserved and enhanced as a
direct result of the vigilance and dedication of law enforcement officers;
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Whereas more than 900,000 law enforcement officers greatly risk their personal safety to serve
individuals in the United States as guardians of the peace;
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Whereas law enforcement officers are often on the front lines in protecting the schools and
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Whereas, in 2013, 101 law enforcement officers across the United States were killed in the line of
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Whereas Congress should strongly support initiatives to reduce violent crime and contribute to the
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enforcement officers, including—
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improving training for such officers; and
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providing advanced emergency medical care for such officers;
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Whereas more than 19,000 Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers lost their lives in the
line of duty while protecting citizens of the United States, and the names
of such officers are engraved on the National Law Enforcement Officers
Memorial in Washington, DC;
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Whereas, in 1962, President John F. Kennedy designated May 15 as
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Whereas, on May 15, 2014, more than 20,000 law enforcement officers are expected to gather in
Washington, DC, to join the families of their fallen comrades to honor
those comrades and all law enforcement officers who have fallen before
them: Now, therefore, be it
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commemorates and acknowledges the dedication and sacrifices of the Federal, State, and local law
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recognizes May 15, 2014, as
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solemnity, appreciation, and respect.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 449 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Leahy (for himself, Mr. Grassley , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Markey , Mr. Begich , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Coons , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Franken , Mr. Booker , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Reed , Mr. Blumenthal , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Wicker , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Pryor , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Cochran , Ms. Mikulski , Ms. Warren , Mr. Warner , Mr. Schumer , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Whitehouse , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Heinrich , and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating and honoring the dedication and sacrifice of the Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty.
Whereas the well-being of all individuals in the United States is preserved and enhanced as a direct result of the vigilance and dedication of law enforcement officers; Whereas more than 900,000 law enforcement officers greatly risk their personal safety to serve individuals in the United States as guardians of the peace; Whereas law enforcement officers are often on the front lines in protecting the schools and school children in the United States; Whereas, in 2013, 101 law enforcement officers across the United States were killed in the line of duty; Whereas Congress should strongly support initiatives to reduce violent crime and contribute to the safety of law enforcement officers, including— (1) providing such officers with equipment of the highest quality and modernity; (2) increasing the availability and use of bullet-resistant vests for such officers; (3) improving training for such officers; and (4) providing advanced emergency medical care for such officers; Whereas more than 19,000 Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers lost their lives in the line of duty while protecting citizens of the United States, and the names of such officers are engraved on the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC; Whereas, in 1962, President John F. Kennedy designated May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day ; and Whereas, on May 15, 2014, more than 20,000 law enforcement officers are expected to gather in Washington, DC, to join the families of their fallen comrades to honor those comrades and all law enforcement officers who have fallen before them: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) commemorates and acknowledges the dedication and sacrifices of the Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty; (2) recognizes May 15, 2014, as National Peace Officers Memorial Day ; and (3) calls on the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate ceremonies, solemnity, appreciation, and respect. |
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Whereas the 4th annual Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated on May 17, 2014;
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Whereas on Kids to Parks Day, individuals from rural and urban areas of the United States are
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are located in their communities;
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Whereas communities across the United States offer a variety of natural resources and public land,
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Whereas the people of the United States, young and old, should be encouraged to lead more healthy
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 450 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Udall of Colorado (for himself, Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Portman , and Mr. Wyden ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 17, 2014, as ‘‘Kids to Parks Day’’.
Whereas the 4th annual Kids to Parks Day will be celebrated on May 17, 2014; Whereas the goal of Kids to Parks Day is to empower young people and encourage families to get outdoors and visit the parks of the United States; Whereas on Kids to Parks Day, individuals from rural and urban areas of the United States are reintroduced to the splendid Federal, State, and neighborhood parks that are located in their communities; Whereas communities across the United States offer a variety of natural resources and public land, often with free access, to individuals seeking outdoor recreation; Whereas the people of the United States, young and old, should be encouraged to lead more healthy and active lifestyles; Whereas Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity for families to take a break from their busy lives and come together for a day of wholesome fun; and Whereas Kids to Parks Day will broaden the appreciation of young people for nature and the outdoors: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates May 17, 2014, as Kids to Parks Day ; (2) recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health of the young people of the United States; and (3) calls on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. |
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Whereas, in 1989, Chinese citizens involved in a peaceful democratic movement gathered in Tiananmen
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Whereas, on June 4, 1989, Chinese authorities ordered the People’s Liberation Army and other
security forces to use lethal force to disperse demonstrators in Tiananmen
Square;
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Whereas the number of peaceful protesters killed or injured by the forcible dispersion remains
unknown to this day;
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Whereas, 25 years after these deaths, there has been no accountability on the part of the
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officials;
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Whereas there remain imprisoned to this day individuals who expressed their desire for democracy in
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Whereas the Department of State's most recent human rights report on China found that
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citizens did not have the right to change their government
</quote>
;
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<text>
Whereas, even in recent weeks, the Government of the People's Republic of China has detained those
who attempt to peacefully commemorate the events of June 1989, including
activists such as Pu Zhiqiang and Wen Kejian;
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Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found
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extrajudicial killings
</quote>
remained a problem in China;
</text>
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Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found the government
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human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members
</quote>
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Whereas June 4, 2014, is the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: Now, therefore, be
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allow those people exiled on account of their activities to return to live in freedom in China; and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 451 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Barrasso (for himself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Graham , Mr. Cruz , and Mr. Enzi ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment June 4, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recalling the Government of China's forcible dispersion of those peaceably assembled in Tiananmen Square 25 years ago, in light of China’s continued abysmal human rights record.
Whereas, in 1989, Chinese citizens involved in a peaceful democratic movement gathered in Tiananmen Square to call for the establishment of a dialogue with their government on democratic reforms, including freedom of expression and freedom of assembly; Whereas, on June 4, 1989, Chinese authorities ordered the People’s Liberation Army and other security forces to use lethal force to disperse demonstrators in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the number of peaceful protesters killed or injured by the forcible dispersion remains unknown to this day; Whereas, 25 years after these deaths, there has been no accountability on the part of the Government of the People's Republic of China in disciplining involved officials; Whereas there remain imprisoned to this day individuals who expressed their desire for democracy in China 25 years ago in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the Department of State's most recent human rights report on China found that citizens did not have the right to change their government ; Whereas, even in recent weeks, the Government of the People's Republic of China has detained those who attempt to peacefully commemorate the events of June 1989, including activists such as Pu Zhiqiang and Wen Kejian; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found extrajudicial killings remained a problem in China; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found the government continued to target for arbitrary detention or arrest human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members ; and Whereas June 4, 2014, is the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses sympathy to the families of those killed, tortured, and imprisoned as a result of their participation in the democracy gathering on June 4, 1989, in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, in the People’s Republic of China; (2) commends all peaceful advocates for democracy and human rights in China; (3) condemns the ongoing and egregious human rights abuses by the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China; (4) calls on the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China to— (A) release all prisoners of conscience, including those persons still in prison as a result of their participation in the peaceful pro-democracy gatherings of 1989 and those detained for their commemoration of these events; (B) allow those people exiled on account of their activities to return to live in freedom in China; and (C) cease the harassment, detention, and imprisonment of all Chinese citizens exercising their freedoms of expression, association, and religion; and (5) calls upon the United States representative at the United Nations Human Rights Council to introduce a resolution in that forum calling for an examination of the human rights practices of the Government of the People’s Republic of China. |
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extrajudicial killings
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human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 451 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Barrasso submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recalling the Government of China's forcible dispersion of those peaceably assembled in Tiananmen Square 25 years ago, in light of China’s continued abysmal human rights record.
Whereas, in 1989, Chinese citizens involved in a peaceful democratic movement gathered in Tiananmen Square to call for the establishment of a dialogue with their government on democratic reforms, including freedom of expression and freedom of assembly; Whereas, on June 4, 1989, Chinese authorities ordered the People’s Liberation Army and other security forces to use lethal force to disperse demonstrators in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the number of peaceful protesters killed or injured by the forcible dispersion remains unknown to this day; Whereas, 25 years after these deaths, there has been no accountability on the part of the Government of the People's Republic of China in disciplining involved officials; Whereas there remain imprisoned to this day individuals who expressed their desire for democracy in China 25 years ago in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the Department of State's most recent human rights report on China found that citizens did not have the right to change their government ; Whereas, even in recent weeks, the Government of the People's Republic of China has detained those who attempt to peacefully commemorate the events of June 1989, including activists such as Pu Zhiqiang and Wen Kejian; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found extrajudicial killings remained a problem in China; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found the government continued to target for arbitrary detention or arrest human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members ; and Whereas June 4, 2014, is the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses sympathy to the families of those killed, tortured, and imprisoned as a result of their participation in the democracy gathering on June 4, 1989, in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, in the People’s Republic of China; (2) commends all peaceful advocates for democracy and human rights in China; (3) condemns the ongoing and egregious human rights abuses by the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China; (4) calls on the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China to— (A) release all prisoners of conscience, including those persons still in prison as a result of their participation in the peaceful pro-democracy gatherings of 1989 and those detained for their commemoration of these events; (B) allow those people exiled on account of their activities to return to live in freedom in China; and (C) cease the harassment, detention, and imprisonment of all Chinese citizens exercising their freedoms of expression, association, and religion; and (5) calls upon the United States representative at the United Nations Human Rights Council to introduce a resolution in that forum calling for an examination of the human rights practices of the Government of the People’s Republic of China. |
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Whereas, in 1989, Chinese citizens involved in a peaceful democratic movement gathered in Tiananmen
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Whereas the number of peaceful protesters killed or injured by the forcible dispersion remains
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Whereas, 25 years after these deaths, there has been no accountability on the part of the
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Whereas there remain imprisoned to this day individuals who expressed their desire for democracy in
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extrajudicial killings
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human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members
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Whereas June 4, 2014, is the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: Now, therefore, be
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expresses sympathy to the families of those killed, tortured, and imprisoned as a result of their
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allow those people exiled on account of their activities to return to live in freedom in China; and
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calls upon the United States representative at the United Nations Human Rights Council to introduce
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May 20, 2014
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Reported without amendment
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| III Calendar No. 383 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 451 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 15, 2014 Mr. Barrasso (for himself, Mr. Rubio , and Mr. Durbin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations May 20, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment RESOLUTION Recalling the Government of China's forcible dispersion of those peaceably assembled in Tiananmen Square 25 years ago, in light of China’s continued abysmal human rights record.
Whereas, in 1989, Chinese citizens involved in a peaceful democratic movement gathered in Tiananmen Square to call for the establishment of a dialogue with their government on democratic reforms, including freedom of expression and freedom of assembly; Whereas, on June 4, 1989, Chinese authorities ordered the People’s Liberation Army and other security forces to use lethal force to disperse demonstrators in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the number of peaceful protesters killed or injured by the forcible dispersion remains unknown to this day; Whereas, 25 years after these deaths, there has been no accountability on the part of the Government of the People's Republic of China in disciplining involved officials; Whereas there remain imprisoned to this day individuals who expressed their desire for democracy in China 25 years ago in Tiananmen Square; Whereas the Department of State's most recent human rights report on China found that citizens did not have the right to change their government ; Whereas, even in recent weeks, the Government of the People's Republic of China has detained those who attempt to peacefully commemorate the events of June 1989, including activists such as Pu Zhiqiang and Wen Kejian; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found extrajudicial killings remained a problem in China; Whereas the Department of State’s most recent human rights report on China found the government continued to target for arbitrary detention or arrest human rights activists, journalists … and former political prisoners and their family members ; and Whereas June 4, 2014, is the 25th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses sympathy to the families of those killed, tortured, and imprisoned as a result of their participation in the democracy gathering on June 4, 1989, in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, in the People’s Republic of China; (2) commends all peaceful advocates for democracy and human rights in China; (3) condemns the ongoing and egregious human rights abuses by the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China; (4) calls on the Communist Government of the People's Republic of China to— (A) release all prisoners of conscience, including those persons still in prison as a result of their participation in the peaceful pro-democracy gatherings of 1989 and those detained for their commemoration of these events; (B) allow those people exiled on account of their activities to return to live in freedom in China; and (C) cease the harassment, detention, and imprisonment of all Chinese citizens exercising their freedoms of expression, association, and religion; and (5) calls upon the United States representative at the United Nations Human Rights Council to introduce a resolution in that forum calling for an examination of the human rights practices of the Government of the People’s Republic of China.
May 20, 2014 Reported without amendment |
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Whereas, in the case of
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City of Lafayette v. Bryan Benoit
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requested the production of testimony from two current employees in the
Lafayette, Louisiana office of Senator David Vitter, and one former
employee of that office;
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Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2
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represent current and former employees of the Senate with respect to any
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control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and
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That Nicole Hebert and Kathy Manuel, current employees in the Office of Senator David Vitter, and
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 452 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 20, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize testimony, documents, and representation in City of Lafayette v. Bryan Benoit .
Whereas, in the case of City of Lafayette v. Bryan Benoit , Case No. CC201303991, pending in City Court in Lafayette, Louisiana, the prosecution has requested the production of testimony from two current employees in the Lafayette, Louisiana office of Senator David Vitter, and one former employee of that office; Whereas, pursuant to sections 703(a) and 704(a)(2) of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978, 2 U.S.C. §§ 288b(a) and 288c(a)(2), the Senate may direct its counsel to represent current and former employees of the Senate with respect to any subpoena, order, or request for testimony relating to their official responsibilities; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may, by the judicial or administrative process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; and Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate may promote the administration of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
That Nicole Hebert and Kathy Manuel, current employees in the Office of Senator David Vitter, and Thomas Hebert, a former employee of that office, and any other employee of the Senator’s office from whom relevant evidence may be necessary, are authorized to produce documents and provide testimony in the case of City of Lafayette v. Bryan Benoit , except concerning matters for which a privilege should be asserted. 2. The Senate Legal Counsel is authorized to represent current and former employees of Senator Vitter’s office in connection with the production of evidence authorized in section one of this resolution. |
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Coburn
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Mr. Kirk
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Mr. Franken
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Condemning the death sentence against Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Sudanese Christian woman
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Whereas, on May 15, 2014, a Sudanese court affirmed a sentence of death by hanging for 27-year-old
Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Christian woman accused of apostasy for
refusing to recant her Christian faith, and ordered her to receive 100
lashes for adultery because under Sudan’s Shari’ah law such
inter-religious marriages are illegal;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Ibrahim is being held in the Omdurman Federal Women’s Prison with
her newborn daughter and 20-month-old son;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of State has designated Sudan as a
<quote>
Country of Particular
Concern
</quote>
under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (Public Law
105–292) based on the
government’s systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious
freedom since 1999;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Sudanese 1991 Criminal Code allows for death sentences for apostasy, stoning for
adultery, cross-amputations for theft, prison sentences for blasphemy, and
floggings for undefined acts of
<quote>
indecency
</quote>
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</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), the
Government of Sudan, led by President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, continues to
engage in systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious
freedom or belief, imposes a restrictive interpretation of Shari’ah law on
Muslims and non-Muslims alike and, along with other National Congress
Party leaders, President al-Bashir has stated that Sudan’s new
constitution, when drafted, will be based on its interpretation of
Shari’ah;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to USCIRF, since South Sudan’s independence from Sudan in 2011, the number and
severity of harsh Shari’ah-based judicial decisions in Sudan has
increased, including sentences of amputation for theft and sentences of
stoning for adultery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has designated Sudan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism since
August 12, 1993, for repeatedly providing support for acts of
international terrorism;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Sudanese 2005 Interim Constitution states that
<quote>
[t]he State shall respect the religious
rights to (a) worship or assemble in connection with any religion or
belief
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which the Government of Sudan
has acceded, provides that
<quote>
everyone shall have the right to freedom of
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 453 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 21, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Coons , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Cruz , Mr. McCain , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Moran , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Burr , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Markey , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Blunt , Ms. Collins , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Portman , Ms. Landrieu , Mr. Franken , and Mr. Chambliss ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations June 3, 2014 Committee discharged; considered, amended, and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Condemning the death sentence against Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Sudanese Christian woman accused of apostasy.
Whereas, on May 15, 2014, a Sudanese court affirmed a sentence of death by hanging for 27-year-old Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Christian woman accused of apostasy for refusing to recant her Christian faith, and ordered her to receive 100 lashes for adultery because under Sudan’s Shari’ah law such inter-religious marriages are illegal; Whereas Ibrahim is being held in the Omdurman Federal Women’s Prison with her newborn daughter and 20-month-old son; Whereas the Department of State has designated Sudan as a Country of Particular Concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (Public Law 105–292) based on the government’s systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom since 1999; Whereas the Sudanese 1991 Criminal Code allows for death sentences for apostasy, stoning for adultery, cross-amputations for theft, prison sentences for blasphemy, and floggings for undefined acts of indecency ; Whereas, according to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), the Government of Sudan, led by President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, continues to engage in systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom or belief, imposes a restrictive interpretation of Shari’ah law on Muslims and non-Muslims alike and, along with other National Congress Party leaders, President al-Bashir has stated that Sudan’s new constitution, when drafted, will be based on its interpretation of Shari’ah; Whereas, according to USCIRF, since South Sudan’s independence from Sudan in 2011, the number and severity of harsh Shari’ah-based judicial decisions in Sudan has increased, including sentences of amputation for theft and sentences of stoning for adultery; Whereas the United States Government has designated Sudan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism since August 12, 1993, for repeatedly providing support for acts of international terrorism; Whereas the Sudanese 2005 Interim Constitution states that [t]he State shall respect the religious rights to (a) worship or assemble in connection with any religion or belief ; Whereas the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which the Government of Sudan has acceded, provides that everyone shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion. This right shall include freedom to have or to adopt a religion or belief of his choice, and freedom, either individually or in community with others, and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in worship, observance, practice, and teaching. ; Whereas the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life found that, as of 2011, 10 percent of the 198 countries surveyed had apostasy laws which can, and have been, used to punish both Muslims and non-Muslims in countries such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Morocco, and Sudan; and Whereas people have the right to practice their faith without fear of death or persecution: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) condemns the charge of apostasy and death sentence of Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag and calls for immediate and unconditional release of her and her children; (2) encourages efforts by the United States Government to support religious freedom within Sudan, including by requiring, before normalizing relations or lifting sanctions under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 ( Public Law 105–292 ) and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ( 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq. ), that the Government of Sudan abide by international standards of freedom of religion or belief; (3) urges the Government of Sudan to ensure that, when drafting the country’s new constitution, the process is transparent and inclusive of civil society leaders and representatives of all major political parties, to ensure that the new constitution includes protections for freedom of religion or belief, respect for international human rights commitments, and recognition of Sudan as a multireligious, multiethnic, and multicultural nation; (4) recognizes that every individual regardless of religion should have the opportunity to practice his or her religion without fear of discrimination; (5) reaffirms the commitment of the United States Government to end religious discrimination and to pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of all individuals worldwide; and (6) encourages the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development to continue their support for initiatives worldwide that support religious freedom. |
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Mr. Coons
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Mr. Menendez
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Mr. Vitter
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Mr. Moran
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Mrs. Shaheen
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Mr. Boozman
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Ms. Ayotte
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Mr. Durbin
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Mr. Roberts
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Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin
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Mr. Isakson
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Mr. Burr
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Condemning the death sentence against Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Sudanese Christian woman
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Whereas, on May 15, 2014, a Sudanese court affirmed a sentence of death by hanging for 27-year-old
Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Christian woman accused of apostasy for
refusing to recant her Christian faith, and ordered her to receive 100
lashes for adultery because under Sudan’s Shari’ah law such
inter-religious marriages are illegal;
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Whereas Ibrahim is eight months pregnant and being held in the Omdurman Federal Women’s Prison with
her 20-month-old son;
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Whereas the Department of State has designated Sudan as a
<quote>
Country of Particular
Concern
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under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (Public Law
105–292) based on the
government’s systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious
freedom since 1999;
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Whereas the Sudanese 1991 Criminal Code allows for death sentences for apostasy, stoning for
adultery, cross-amputations for theft, prison sentences for blasphemy, and
floggings for undefined acts of
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indecency
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<whereas>
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Whereas, according to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), the
Government of Sudan, led by President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, continues to
engage in systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious
freedom or belief, imposes a restrictive interpretation of Shari’ah law on
Muslims and non-Muslims alike and, along with other National Congress
Party leaders, President al-Bashir has stated that Sudan’s new
constitution, when drafted, will be based on its interpretation of
Shari’ah;
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<whereas>
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Whereas, according to USCIRF, since South Sudan’s independence from Sudan in 2011, the number and
severity of harsh Shari’ah-based judicial decisions in Sudan has
increased, including sentences of amputation for theft and sentences of
stoning for adultery;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has designated Sudan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism since
August 12, 1993, for repeatedly providing support for acts of
international terrorism;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Sudanese 2005 Interim Constitution states that
<quote>
[t]he State shall respect the religious
rights to (a) worship or assemble in connection with any religion or
belief
</quote>
;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which the Government of Sudan
has acceded, provides that
<quote>
everyone shall have the right to freedom of
thought, conscience. and religion. This right shall include freedom to
have or to adopt a religion or belief of his choice, and freedom, either
individually or in community with others, and in public or private, to
manifest his religion or belief in worship, observance, practice, and
teaching.
</quote>
;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life found that, as of 2011, 10 percent of the 198 countries surveyed had apostasy laws
which can, and have been, used to punish both Muslims and non-Muslims in
countries such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Morocco, and Sudan; and
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<whereas>
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Whereas people have the right to practice their faith without fear of death or persecution: Now,
therefore, be it
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(1)
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condemns the charge of apostasy and death sentence of Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag and calls for
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urges the Government of Sudan to ensure that, when drafting the country’s new constitution, the
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representatives of all major political parties, to ensure that the new
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encourages the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development to
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 453 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 21, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Mr. Coons , Mr. Menendez , Mr. Inhofe , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Cruz , Mr. McCain , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Moran , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Boozman , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Johnson of Wisconsin , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Burr , Ms. Mikulski , and Mr. Coburn ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Condemning the death sentence against Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Sudanese Christian woman accused of apostasy.
Whereas, on May 15, 2014, a Sudanese court affirmed a sentence of death by hanging for 27-year-old Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag, a Christian woman accused of apostasy for refusing to recant her Christian faith, and ordered her to receive 100 lashes for adultery because under Sudan’s Shari’ah law such inter-religious marriages are illegal; Whereas Ibrahim is eight months pregnant and being held in the Omdurman Federal Women’s Prison with her 20-month-old son; Whereas the Department of State has designated Sudan as a Country of Particular Concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (Public Law 105–292) based on the government’s systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom since 1999; Whereas the Sudanese 1991 Criminal Code allows for death sentences for apostasy, stoning for adultery, cross-amputations for theft, prison sentences for blasphemy, and floggings for undefined acts of indecency ; Whereas, according to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), the Government of Sudan, led by President Omar Hassan al-Bashir, continues to engage in systematic, ongoing, and egregious violations of religious freedom or belief, imposes a restrictive interpretation of Shari’ah law on Muslims and non-Muslims alike and, along with other National Congress Party leaders, President al-Bashir has stated that Sudan’s new constitution, when drafted, will be based on its interpretation of Shari’ah; Whereas, according to USCIRF, since South Sudan’s independence from Sudan in 2011, the number and severity of harsh Shari’ah-based judicial decisions in Sudan has increased, including sentences of amputation for theft and sentences of stoning for adultery; Whereas the United States Government has designated Sudan as a State Sponsor of Terrorism since August 12, 1993, for repeatedly providing support for acts of international terrorism; Whereas the Sudanese 2005 Interim Constitution states that [t]he State shall respect the religious rights to (a) worship or assemble in connection with any religion or belief ; Whereas the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, which the Government of Sudan has acceded, provides that everyone shall have the right to freedom of thought, conscience. and religion. This right shall include freedom to have or to adopt a religion or belief of his choice, and freedom, either individually or in community with others, and in public or private, to manifest his religion or belief in worship, observance, practice, and teaching. ; Whereas the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life found that, as of 2011, 10 percent of the 198 countries surveyed had apostasy laws which can, and have been, used to punish both Muslims and non-Muslims in countries such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, Morocco, and Sudan; and Whereas people have the right to practice their faith without fear of death or persecution: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) condemns the charge of apostasy and death sentence of Meriam Yahia Ibrahim Ishag and calls for immediate and unconditional release of her and her son; (2) encourages efforts by the United States Government to support religious freedom within Sudan, including by requiring, before normalizing relations or lifting sanctions under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 ( Public Law 105–292 ) and the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ( 50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq. ), that the Government of Sudan abide by international standards of freedom of religion or belief; (3) urges the Government of Sudan to ensure that, when drafting the country’s new constitution, the process is transparent and inclusive of civil society leaders and representatives of all major political parties, to ensure that the new constitution includes protections for freedom of religion or belief, respect for international human rights commitments, and recognition of Sudan as a multireligious, multiethnic, and multicultural nation; (4) recognizes that every individual regardless of religion should have the opportunity to practice his or her religion without fear of discrimination; (5) reaffirms the commitment of the United States Government to end religious discrimination and to pursue policies that guarantee the basic human rights of all individuals worldwide; and (6) encourages the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development to continue their support for initiatives worldwide that support religious freedom. |
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113 SRES 454 ATS: Recognizing that cardiovascular disease continues to be an overwhelming threat to women’s health and the importance of providing basic, preventive heart screenings to women wherever they seek primary care.
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S. RES. 454
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Recognizing that cardiovascular disease continues to be an overwhelming threat to women’s health
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Whereas heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States, causing 1
in 4 female deaths and more female deaths than all forms of cancer
combined;
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<whereas>
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Whereas since 1984, the number of women who have died from heart disease exceeds the number of men
who have died from heart disease;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the rate of cardiovascular death is increasing by 1 percent each year among women ages 35
to 44;
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Whereas heart disease claims the lives of nearly 422,000 women each year;
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Whereas almost half of African American women have some form of cardiovascular disease, and African
American women are more likely to die from heart disease than white women;
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<whereas>
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Whereas heart disease and stroke account for $312,600,000,000 in health care expenditures and lost
productivity annually;
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Whereas only 54 percent of women recognize that heart disease is the leading cause of death for
women, and almost
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of women who unexpectedly die of heart disease have no previous symptoms of disease;
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Whereas many women, especially younger women, may not be aware of their risk for heart disease
because they have never gotten a basic, preventive heart screening and
have no symptoms;
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<whereas>
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Whereas studies show that nearly 1 in 5 women rely solely on their obstetrician and gynecologist (
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OB/GYN
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their OB/GYN;
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<whereas>
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Whereas early identification of cardiovascular disease risk factors such as high blood pressure,
smoking, excessive weight and obesity, high cholesterol, and diabetes
allows for more effective intervention and treatment, and can dramatically
lower a woman’s overall risk of heart disease and heart attack;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the burden of women’s heart disease can be reduced in the United States by encouraging
primary care providers to offer women basic, preventative heart disease
screenings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas experts recommend and encourage that a basic, preventive heart screening be a routine part
of a woman’s visit to
a primary care practitioner;
and
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas once women understand their risk, they still need follow-up information, support, and
incentives to maintain cardiovascular health and make the most informed
decisions: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes that, despite improved education and awareness, heart disease remains the number 1
killer of women in the United States;
</text>
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<enum>
(2)
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<text>
recognizes the importance of making basic, preventive cardiovascular screening available for
women as recommended, so that all women can know the
risks they face and what can be done to reduce them;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9a89d78c6c6e449eb6cf65633e63fc99">
<enum>
(3)
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recognizes that basic, preventive heart disease screenings are recommended to be a routine part of
women’s
health care; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="ide46fd93f89494916bba22a71b5c9408d">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
commits to improving the heart health of all women, tearing down the barriers that prevent women
from getting screened for heart disease, ensuring women are provided with
personalized lifestyle modification recommendations and support, and
ensuring every woman has a healthy heart.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 454 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 21, 2014 Ms. Murkowski (for herself, Ms. Mikulski , Ms. Warren , and Ms. Collins ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing that cardiovascular disease continues to be an overwhelming threat to women’s health and the importance of providing basic, preventive heart screenings to women wherever they seek primary care.
Whereas heart disease remains the leading cause of death for women in the United States, causing 1 in 4 female deaths and more female deaths than all forms of cancer combined; Whereas since 1984, the number of women who have died from heart disease exceeds the number of men who have died from heart disease; Whereas the rate of cardiovascular death is increasing by 1 percent each year among women ages 35 to 44; Whereas heart disease claims the lives of nearly 422,000 women each year; Whereas almost half of African American women have some form of cardiovascular disease, and African American women are more likely to die from heart disease than white women; Whereas heart disease and stroke account for $312,600,000,000 in health care expenditures and lost productivity annually; Whereas only 54 percent of women recognize that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women, and almost 2/3 of women who unexpectedly die of heart disease have no previous symptoms of disease; Whereas many women, especially younger women, may not be aware of their risk for heart disease because they have never gotten a basic, preventive heart screening and have no symptoms; Whereas studies show that nearly 1 in 5 women rely solely on their obstetrician and gynecologist ( OB/GYN ) for primary care, yet only 35 percent of women recall having even discussed heart disease with their OB/GYN; Whereas early identification of cardiovascular disease risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, excessive weight and obesity, high cholesterol, and diabetes allows for more effective intervention and treatment, and can dramatically lower a woman’s overall risk of heart disease and heart attack; Whereas the burden of women’s heart disease can be reduced in the United States by encouraging primary care providers to offer women basic, preventative heart disease screenings; Whereas experts recommend and encourage that a basic, preventive heart screening be a routine part of a woman’s visit to a primary care practitioner; and Whereas once women understand their risk, they still need follow-up information, support, and incentives to maintain cardiovascular health and make the most informed decisions: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes that, despite improved education and awareness, heart disease remains the number 1 killer of women in the United States; (2) recognizes the importance of making basic, preventive cardiovascular screening available for women as recommended, so that all women can know the risks they face and what can be done to reduce them; (3) recognizes that basic, preventive heart disease screenings are recommended to be a routine part of women’s health care; and (4) commits to improving the heart health of all women, tearing down the barriers that prevent women from getting screened for heart disease, ensuring women are provided with personalized lifestyle modification recommendations and support, and ensuring every woman has a healthy heart. |
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S. RES. 455
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 22, 2014
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Mr. Nelson
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Ms. Collins
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S313">
Mr. Sanders
</cosponsor>
, and
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Mr. Cardin
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Designating May 2014 as
<quote>
Older Americans Month
</quote>
.
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President John F. Kennedy first designated May as
<quote>
Senior Citizens Month
</quote>
in 1963;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1963, only 17,000,000 individuals living in the United States were age 65 or
older, approximately 1/3 of such individuals lived in poverty, and few
programs existed to meet the needs of older individuals in the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2014, there are more than 43,000,000 individuals age 65 or older in the United States,
and
such individuals account for 13.7 percent of the total population of the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2014, more than 9,600,000 veterans of the Armed Forces are age 65 or older;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas older individuals in the United States rely on Federal programs, such as Social
Security, the Medicare program, the Medicaid program, for financial
security
and high-quality affordable health care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Older Americans Act of 1965 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/42/3001">
42 U.S.C. 3001 et seq.
</external-xref>
) provides supportive
services to help individuals of the United States who are age 60 or older
maintain maximum independence in their homes and communities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Older Americans Act of 1965 provides funding for programs,
including nutrition services, transportation, and care management, to
assist more than 11,000,000 older individuals in the United States each
year;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas compared to older individuals in the United States in past generations, older individuals
in the United States in 2014 are working longer, living longer, and
enjoying healthier, more active, and more independent lifestyles;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 4,300,000 individuals in the United States age 65 or older continue to
work as full-time, year-round employees;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas older individuals in the United States play an important role in society by continuing to
contribute their experience, knowledge, wisdom, and accomplishments;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas older individuals in the United States play vital roles in their communities and remain
involved in volunteer work, mentoring activities, the arts, cultural
activities, and civic engagement; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a society that recognizes the success of older individuals and continues to enhance their
access to quality and affordable health care will encourage the ongoing
participation and heightened independence of
such individuals and will ensure the continued safety and well-being of
such individuals:
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates May 2014 as
<quote>
Older Americans Month
</quote>
; and
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(2)
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encourages the people of the United States to provide opportunities for older individuals to
continue to flourish by—
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(A)
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emphasizing the importance and leadership of older individuals through public recognition of their
ongoing achievements;
</text>
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<enum>
(B)
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presenting opportunities for older individuals to share their wisdom, experience, and skills with
younger generations; and
</text>
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<enum>
(C)
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recognizing older individuals as valuable assets in strengthening communities across the United
States.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 455 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Nelson (for himself, Ms. Collins , Mr. Sanders , and Mr. Cardin ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating May 2014 as Older Americans Month .
Whereas President John F. Kennedy first designated May as Senior Citizens Month in 1963; Whereas in 1963, only 17,000,000 individuals living in the United States were age 65 or older, approximately 1/3 of such individuals lived in poverty, and few programs existed to meet the needs of older individuals in the United States; Whereas in 2014, there are more than 43,000,000 individuals age 65 or older in the United States, and such individuals account for 13.7 percent of the total population of the United States; Whereas in 2014, more than 9,600,000 veterans of the Armed Forces are age 65 or older; Whereas older individuals in the United States rely on Federal programs, such as Social Security, the Medicare program, the Medicaid program, for financial security and high-quality affordable health care; Whereas the Older Americans Act of 1965 ( 42 U.S.C. 3001 et seq. ) provides supportive services to help individuals of the United States who are age 60 or older maintain maximum independence in their homes and communities; Whereas the Older Americans Act of 1965 provides funding for programs, including nutrition services, transportation, and care management, to assist more than 11,000,000 older individuals in the United States each year; Whereas compared to older individuals in the United States in past generations, older individuals in the United States in 2014 are working longer, living longer, and enjoying healthier, more active, and more independent lifestyles; Whereas more than 4,300,000 individuals in the United States age 65 or older continue to work as full-time, year-round employees; Whereas older individuals in the United States play an important role in society by continuing to contribute their experience, knowledge, wisdom, and accomplishments; Whereas older individuals in the United States play vital roles in their communities and remain involved in volunteer work, mentoring activities, the arts, cultural activities, and civic engagement; and Whereas a society that recognizes the success of older individuals and continues to enhance their access to quality and affordable health care will encourage the ongoing participation and heightened independence of such individuals and will ensure the continued safety and well-being of such individuals:
That the Senate— (1) designates May 2014 as Older Americans Month ; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to provide opportunities for older individuals to continue to flourish by— (A) emphasizing the importance and leadership of older individuals through public recognition of their ongoing achievements; (B) presenting opportunities for older individuals to share their wisdom, experience, and skills with younger generations; and (C) recognizing older individuals as valuable assets in strengthening communities across the United States. |
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S. RES. 456
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 22, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S258">
Ms. Landrieu
</sponsor>
(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S309">
Mr. Casey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S320">
Mrs. Hagan
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S360">
Ms. Heitkamp
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S362">
Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S311">
Ms. Klobuchar
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S131">
Mr. Levin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S247">
Mr. Wyden
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S331">
Mrs. Gillibrand
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S223">
Mrs. Boxer
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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RESOLUTION
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<official-title display="yes">
Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of
children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement
policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
</official-title>
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas National Foster Care Month was established more than 20 years ago to—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
bring foster care issues to the forefront;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="HA2B4878B896B461A98E10251D72EE332">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
highlight the importance of permanency for every child; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H33E8F92CDAAB46FEBF97169F0E4736C0">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
recognize the essential role that foster parents, social workers, and advocates have in the lives
of children in foster care throughout the United States;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent home;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the primary goal of the foster care system is to ensure the safety and well-being of
children while working to provide a safe, loving, and permanent home for
each child;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are approximately 400,000 children living in foster care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there were approximately 252,000 youth that entered the foster care system in 2012, while
nearly 102,000 youth were eligible and awaiting adoption at the end of
2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas foster care is intended to be a temporary placement, but children remain in the foster care
system for an average of 2 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas ethnic minority children are more likely to stay in the foster care system for
longer periods of time and are less likely to be reunited with their
biological families;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas foster parents are the front-line caregivers for children who cannot safely remain with
their biological parents and provide physical care, emotional support,
education advocacy, and are the largest single source of families
providing permanent homes for children leaving foster care to adoption;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children in foster care who are placed with relatives, compared to children placed with
nonrelatives, have more stability, including fewer changes in placements,
have more positive perceptions of their placements, are more likely to be
placed with their siblings, and demonstrate fewer behavioral problems;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas some relative caregivers receive less financial assistance and support services than do
foster caregivers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas recent studies show children in foster care are prescribed psychotropic medication at rates
up to 11 times higher than other children on Medicaid and in amounts that
exceed the Food and Drug Administration’s guidelines;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are much more likely to face educational instability with 34 percent
of foster youth ages 17 to 18 experiencing at least 5 changes while in
care;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are often cut off from other youth and face hurdles in participating
in activities common to their peers, such as sports or
extracurricular activities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas youth in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked, and more needs to be done to
prevent, identify, and intervene when a child becomes a victim of the
crime;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas an increased emphasis on prevention and reunification services is necessary to reduce the
number of children that are forced to remain in the foster care system;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more than 23,400 youth
<quote>
age out
</quote>
of foster care annually without a legal permanent
connection to an adult or family;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children who age out of foster care lack the security or support of a biological or
adoptive family and frequently struggle to secure affordable housing,
obtain health insurance, pursue higher education, and acquire adequate
employment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas nearly half of children in foster care for five or more years experience 7 or more
different foster care placements, which often leads to disruption of
routines and the need to change schools and move away from siblings,
extended families, and familiar surroundings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas children entering foster care often confront the widespread misperception that children in
foster care are disruptive, unruly, and dangerous, even though placement
in foster care is based on the actions of a parent or guardian, not the
child;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas States, localities, and communities should be encouraged to invest resources in
preventative and reunification services and post-permanency programs to
ensure that more children in foster care are provided with safe, loving,
and permanent placements;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Federal legislation over the past three decades, including the Adoption Assistance and
Child Welfare Act of 1980 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/96/272">
Public Law 96–272
</external-xref>
), the Adoption and Safe
Families Act of 1997 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/105/89">
Public Law 105–89
</external-xref>
), the Fostering Connections to
Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/110/351">
Public Law 110–351
</external-xref>
), the
Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act (Public Law
112–34), and the Uninterrupted Scholars Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/112/278">
Public Law 112–278
</external-xref>
) provided
new investments and services to improve the outcomes of children in the
foster care system;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Children's Bureau of the Department of Health and Human Services has designated May as
National Foster Care Month under the theme
<quote>
to help build blocks toward permanent families for foster youth
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Foster Care Month to provide an
opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments of the child-welfare
workforce, foster parents, advocacy community, and mentors for their
dedication, accomplishments, and positive impact they have on the lives of
children; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and
permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be
it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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<enum>
(1)
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recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges
that children face in the foster-care system;
</text>
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<paragraph id="H3DC8FEF88EE5471982A8C0BD07DC84D0">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care
system and maximize the number children exiting foster care to the
protection of
safe, loving, and permanent families;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="HE07336F9AA314A2691C9F27F50D78AD2">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
supports the designation of National Foster Care Month;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H21D79A6EA3D24477AEF580B4D7E91E97">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
acknowledges the unique needs of children in the foster-care system;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H36958A3981AC458EBA6EFE93F53B5E95">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
recognizes foster youth throughout the United States for their ongoing tenacity, courage, and
resilience while facing life challenges;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H25929E0C62DA467C9B885817D1A51F97">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
acknowledges the exceptional alumni of the foster-care system who serve as advocates and role
models for youth who remain in care;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="H8D0F7D8D78494D75B14B9C99E65DC269">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
honors the commitment and dedication of the individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance
and services to children in the foster-care system; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="HCBBA5B2981324628B992152BDC0A8443">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all children in the foster-care
system through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act (42
U.S.C. 601 et seq.) and other programs designed to—
</text>
<subparagraph id="HAEF348BB2C974720A948DB51940AF2F6">
<enum>
(A)
</enum>
<text>
support vulnerable families;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="H972BC43925814EE7A6E2402A302DE5BF">
<enum>
(B)
</enum>
<text>
invest in prevention and reunification services;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="HDE6F57894EDD4994990B6C1629839BBA">
<enum>
(C)
</enum>
<text display-inline="yes-display-inline">
promote guardianship, adoption, and other permanent placement opportunities in cases where
reunification is not in the best interests of the child;
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="H4F7681C76B5541C3959BE1AAB5054AA1">
<enum>
(D)
</enum>
<text>
adequately serve those children brought into the foster-care system; and
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="H44FC1ED41FF2480782D002D810BFAAC1">
<enum>
(E)
</enum>
<text>
facilitate the successful transition into adulthood for children that
<quote>
age out
</quote>
of the foster-care
system.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 456 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Ms. Landrieu (for herself, Mr. Grassley , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Casey , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Crapo , Mrs. Feinstein , Mrs. Hagan , Ms. Heitkamp , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Kaine , Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Levin , Mr. Wyden , Mrs. Gillibrand , and Mrs. Boxer ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.
Whereas National Foster Care Month was established more than 20 years ago to— (1) bring foster care issues to the forefront; (2) highlight the importance of permanency for every child; and (3) recognize the essential role that foster parents, social workers, and advocates have in the lives of children in foster care throughout the United States; Whereas all children deserve a safe, loving, and permanent home; Whereas the primary goal of the foster care system is to ensure the safety and well-being of children while working to provide a safe, loving, and permanent home for each child; Whereas there are approximately 400,000 children living in foster care; Whereas there were approximately 252,000 youth that entered the foster care system in 2012, while nearly 102,000 youth were eligible and awaiting adoption at the end of 2012; Whereas foster care is intended to be a temporary placement, but children remain in the foster care system for an average of 2 years; Whereas ethnic minority children are more likely to stay in the foster care system for longer periods of time and are less likely to be reunited with their biological families; Whereas foster parents are the front-line caregivers for children who cannot safely remain with their biological parents and provide physical care, emotional support, education advocacy, and are the largest single source of families providing permanent homes for children leaving foster care to adoption; Whereas children in foster care who are placed with relatives, compared to children placed with nonrelatives, have more stability, including fewer changes in placements, have more positive perceptions of their placements, are more likely to be placed with their siblings, and demonstrate fewer behavioral problems; Whereas some relative caregivers receive less financial assistance and support services than do foster caregivers; Whereas recent studies show children in foster care are prescribed psychotropic medication at rates up to 11 times higher than other children on Medicaid and in amounts that exceed the Food and Drug Administration’s guidelines; Whereas youth in foster care are much more likely to face educational instability with 34 percent of foster youth ages 17 to 18 experiencing at least 5 changes while in care; Whereas youth in foster care are often cut off from other youth and face hurdles in participating in activities common to their peers, such as sports or extracurricular activities; Whereas youth in foster care are more susceptible to being trafficked, and more needs to be done to prevent, identify, and intervene when a child becomes a victim of the crime; Whereas an increased emphasis on prevention and reunification services is necessary to reduce the number of children that are forced to remain in the foster care system; Whereas more than 23,400 youth age out of foster care annually without a legal permanent connection to an adult or family; Whereas children who age out of foster care lack the security or support of a biological or adoptive family and frequently struggle to secure affordable housing, obtain health insurance, pursue higher education, and acquire adequate employment; Whereas nearly half of children in foster care for five or more years experience 7 or more different foster care placements, which often leads to disruption of routines and the need to change schools and move away from siblings, extended families, and familiar surroundings; Whereas children entering foster care often confront the widespread misperception that children in foster care are disruptive, unruly, and dangerous, even though placement in foster care is based on the actions of a parent or guardian, not the child; Whereas States, localities, and communities should be encouraged to invest resources in preventative and reunification services and post-permanency programs to ensure that more children in foster care are provided with safe, loving, and permanent placements; Whereas Federal legislation over the past three decades, including the Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act of 1980 ( Public Law 96–272 ), the Adoption and Safe Families Act of 1997 ( Public Law 105–89 ), the Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 ( Public Law 110–351 ), the Child and Family Services Improvement and Innovation Act (Public Law 112–34), and the Uninterrupted Scholars Act ( Public Law 112–278 ) provided new investments and services to improve the outcomes of children in the foster care system; Whereas the Children's Bureau of the Department of Health and Human Services has designated May as National Foster Care Month under the theme to help build blocks toward permanent families for foster youth ; Whereas May would be an appropriate month to designate as National Foster Care Month to provide an opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments of the child-welfare workforce, foster parents, advocacy community, and mentors for their dedication, accomplishments, and positive impact they have on the lives of children; and Whereas much remains to be done to ensure that all children have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family, regardless of age or special needs: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children face in the foster-care system; (2) encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system and maximize the number children exiting foster care to the protection of safe, loving, and permanent families; (3) supports the designation of National Foster Care Month; (4) acknowledges the unique needs of children in the foster-care system; (5) recognizes foster youth throughout the United States for their ongoing tenacity, courage, and resilience while facing life challenges; (6) acknowledges the exceptional alumni of the foster-care system who serve as advocates and role models for youth who remain in care; (7) honors the commitment and dedication of the individuals who work tirelessly to provide assistance and services to children in the foster-care system; and (8) reaffirms the need to continue working to improve the outcomes of all children in the foster-care system through parts B and E of title IV of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 601 et seq.) and other programs designed to— (A) support vulnerable families; (B) invest in prevention and reunification services; (C) promote guardianship, adoption, and other permanent placement opportunities in cases where reunification is not in the best interests of the child; (D) adequately serve those children brought into the foster-care system; and (E) facilitate the successful transition into adulthood for children that age out of the foster-care system. |
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Whereas public works infrastructure, facilities, and
services are of vital importance to the health, safety, and well-being of
the
people of the United States;
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Whereas the public works infrastructure, facilities, and
services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public
works
professionals, including engineers and administrators, who represent State
and
local governments throughout the United States;
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Whereas public works professionals design, build, operate,
and maintain the transportation systems, water infrastructure, sewage and
refuse disposal systems, public buildings, and other structures and
facilities
that are vital to the people and communities of the United States; and
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Whereas understanding the role that public infrastructure
plays in protecting the environment, improving public health and safety,
contributing to economic vitality, and enhancing the quality of life of
every
community of the United States is in the interest of the people of the
United
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designates the
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 457 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself, Mr. Vitter , Mr. Carper , and Mr. Barrasso ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of May 18 through May 24, 2014, as National Public Works Week .
Whereas public works infrastructure, facilities, and services are of vital importance to the health, safety, and well-being of the people of the United States; Whereas the public works infrastructure, facilities, and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals, including engineers and administrators, who represent State and local governments throughout the United States; Whereas public works professionals design, build, operate, and maintain the transportation systems, water infrastructure, sewage and refuse disposal systems, public buildings, and other structures and facilities that are vital to the people and communities of the United States; and Whereas understanding the role that public infrastructure plays in protecting the environment, improving public health and safety, contributing to economic vitality, and enhancing the quality of life of every community of the United States is in the interest of the people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates the week of May 18 through May 24, 2014, as National Public Works Week ; (2) recognizes and celebrates the important contributions that public works professionals make every day to improve— (A) the public infrastructure of the United States; and (B) the communities that public works professionals serve; and (3) urges individuals and communities throughout the United States to join with representatives of the Federal Government and the American Public Works Association in activities and ceremonies that are designed— (A) to pay tribute to the public works professionals of the United States; and (B) to recognize the substantial contributions that public works professionals make to the United States. |
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May 22, 2014
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Mr. Kirk
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Mr. Durbin
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Mr. Brown
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Mr. Booker
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Mr. Menendez
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Ms. Mikulski
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Mr. Nelson
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Mrs. Gillibrand
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Recognizing May as Jewish American Heritage Month and honoring Holocaust survivors and their
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Whereas in May of each year, people across the United States recognize and celebrate over 350 years
of Jewish contributions to the United States through Jewish American
Heritage Month;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during the Holocaust, the Nazi regime murdered approximately 6,000,000 Jews, in addition to
millions of non-Jews, between 1933 and 1945;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Nazi regime also imprisoned, persecuted, and tortured hundreds of thousands of Jewish
victims who nonetheless survived;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Holocaust Encyclopedia estimates that more than
200,000 persecuted Jews found refuge in the United States between 1933 and
1945, and that approximately 137,000 Jewish refugees settled in the United
States after World War II in the years between 1945 and 1952;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in subsequent decades, Jewish refugees continued to immigrate to the United States from
Europe, the Middle East, and the former Soviet Union;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many survivors of the Holocaust have dedicated their lives to educating future generations
about the dangers of bigotry and anti-Semitism and the resiliency of the
human spirit; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas countless survivors of the Holocaust living in the United States have made numerous and
substantial contributions to society in the areas of the humanities,
science, government, law, history, medicine, military service, philosophy,
social justice, technology, and more, including—
</text>
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(1)
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a Marylander who bravely led the decades-long fight for
reparations from the French rail companies that transported victims to
Nazi concentration camps and killing centers;
</text>
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<enum>
(2)
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a former judge on the International Court of Justice and the
Inter-American Court of Human Rights, who was a member of the United
Nations Human Rights Committee, and who is currently a professor
specializing in international justice at The George Washington University
Law School;
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<enum>
(3)
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a native of France who survived a series of Nazi concentration camps and became a
well-known author, lecturer, and actor who appeared as Corporal Louis
LeBeau on the 1960s television series Hogan’s Heroes;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idf2c13fa1efec43398ad05d85d4acdee1">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
a native of Poland who spent his childhood in a Nazi labor camp, was educated in
the United States, and became a renowned chemist, author, professor, and
poet, winning the 1981 Nobel Prize in Chemistry;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(5)
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a former Member of the House of Representatives and
Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and founder of the
Congressional Human Rights Caucus, who, along with his wife and fellow
survivor, devoted his life to championing human rights and
freedom around the world;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(6)
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a Polish-born author, historian, educator, member of the United States
Holocaust Commission, and recipient of the 2010 Presidential Medal of
Freedom;
</text>
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<paragraph id="id79a33a5212b5473f8317141268907897">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
an Austrian native, literary scholar, and professor who authored a 1992 autobiography,
Still Alive: A Holocaust Girlhood Remembered, and numerous scholarly
publications on the Holocaust and anti-Semitism;
</text>
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<enum>
(8)
</enum>
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a Croatian-born survivor who helped produce the movie Schindler’s List and became an
advisor to the USC Shoah Foundation, an archive of testimonies of genocide
survivors chaired by Steven Spielberg;
</text>
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<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
an Illinoisan who created the International Monetary Market, served as chairman of the Chicago
Mercantile Exchange, and revolutionized markets by creating financial
futures after fleeing Holocaust-era Poland as a child;
</text>
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<enum>
(10)
</enum>
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a Hungarian survivor who served in the United States Army in the Korean War and who
was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2005 for his heroic actions while being
held in a Chinese POW camp that saved the lives of at least 40 fellow
soldiers;
</text>
</paragraph>
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<enum>
(11)
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a native of Germany who escaped Nazi Germany as a teenager, served as a corporal in
the United States
Army, was an interpreter and analyst during the Nuremberg Trials, served
in the Foreign Service of the Department of State, and authored a book
about a Jewish resistor who assassinated a Nazi official and another about
Allied intelligence near the end of World War II;
</text>
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(12)
</enum>
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a world-renowned psychosexual therapist, radio
and television personality, professor, and author who escaped Nazi
Germany as a child and fought in the Israeli War of Independence; and
</text>
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<enum>
(13)
</enum>
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the winner of the 1986 Nobel Peace Prize, an author, professor, and activist, whose memoir
Night is an internationally acclaimed account of the terrors of the
Holocaust: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate—
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recognizes May 2014 as Jewish American Heritage Month;
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expresses appreciation for the substantial and varied contributions made to the United States by
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expresses admiration for the more than 100,000 Holocaust survivors living in the United States who
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and
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understands the hardships Holocaust survivors have endured, and supports their desire to age with
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 458 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Cardin (for himself, Mr. Kirk , Mr. Durbin , Mr. Brown , Mr. Booker , Mr. Menendez , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Nelson , Mrs. Gillibrand , and Mr. Portman ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing May as Jewish American Heritage Month and honoring Holocaust survivors and their contributions to the United States of America.
Whereas in May of each year, people across the United States recognize and celebrate over 350 years of Jewish contributions to the United States through Jewish American Heritage Month; Whereas during the Holocaust, the Nazi regime murdered approximately 6,000,000 Jews, in addition to millions of non-Jews, between 1933 and 1945; Whereas the Nazi regime also imprisoned, persecuted, and tortured hundreds of thousands of Jewish victims who nonetheless survived; Whereas the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Holocaust Encyclopedia estimates that more than 200,000 persecuted Jews found refuge in the United States between 1933 and 1945, and that approximately 137,000 Jewish refugees settled in the United States after World War II in the years between 1945 and 1952; Whereas in subsequent decades, Jewish refugees continued to immigrate to the United States from Europe, the Middle East, and the former Soviet Union; Whereas many survivors of the Holocaust have dedicated their lives to educating future generations about the dangers of bigotry and anti-Semitism and the resiliency of the human spirit; and Whereas countless survivors of the Holocaust living in the United States have made numerous and substantial contributions to society in the areas of the humanities, science, government, law, history, medicine, military service, philosophy, social justice, technology, and more, including— (1) a Marylander who bravely led the decades-long fight for reparations from the French rail companies that transported victims to Nazi concentration camps and killing centers; (2) a former judge on the International Court of Justice and the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, who was a member of the United Nations Human Rights Committee, and who is currently a professor specializing in international justice at The George Washington University Law School; (3) a native of France who survived a series of Nazi concentration camps and became a well-known author, lecturer, and actor who appeared as Corporal Louis LeBeau on the 1960s television series Hogan’s Heroes; (4) a native of Poland who spent his childhood in a Nazi labor camp, was educated in the United States, and became a renowned chemist, author, professor, and poet, winning the 1981 Nobel Prize in Chemistry; (5) a former Member of the House of Representatives and Chairman of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, and founder of the Congressional Human Rights Caucus, who, along with his wife and fellow survivor, devoted his life to championing human rights and freedom around the world; (6) a Polish-born author, historian, educator, member of the United States Holocaust Commission, and recipient of the 2010 Presidential Medal of Freedom; (7) an Austrian native, literary scholar, and professor who authored a 1992 autobiography, Still Alive: A Holocaust Girlhood Remembered, and numerous scholarly publications on the Holocaust and anti-Semitism; (8) a Croatian-born survivor who helped produce the movie Schindler’s List and became an advisor to the USC Shoah Foundation, an archive of testimonies of genocide survivors chaired by Steven Spielberg; (9) an Illinoisan who created the International Monetary Market, served as chairman of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, and revolutionized markets by creating financial futures after fleeing Holocaust-era Poland as a child; (10) a Hungarian survivor who served in the United States Army in the Korean War and who was awarded the Medal of Honor in 2005 for his heroic actions while being held in a Chinese POW camp that saved the lives of at least 40 fellow soldiers; (11) a native of Germany who escaped Nazi Germany as a teenager, served as a corporal in the United States Army, was an interpreter and analyst during the Nuremberg Trials, served in the Foreign Service of the Department of State, and authored a book about a Jewish resistor who assassinated a Nazi official and another about Allied intelligence near the end of World War II; (12) a world-renowned psychosexual therapist, radio and television personality, professor, and author who escaped Nazi Germany as a child and fought in the Israeli War of Independence; and (13) the winner of the 1986 Nobel Peace Prize, an author, professor, and activist, whose memoir Night is an internationally acclaimed account of the terrors of the Holocaust: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 2014 as Jewish American Heritage Month; (2) expresses appreciation for the substantial and varied contributions made to the United States by the survivors of the Holocaust; (3) encourages the people of the United States to learn about the efforts and achievements of Holocaust survivors who immigrated to the United States in the years following World War II; (4) expresses admiration for the more than 100,000 Holocaust survivors living in the United States who continue to bear witness to their personal stories and educate the world; and (5) understands the hardships Holocaust survivors have endured, and supports their desire to age with dignity and comfort in their homes and communities. |
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Expressing the sense of the Senate with
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National
Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month
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Whereas a stroke, also known as cerebrovascular disease,
is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part
of
the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the
artery;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a stroke is a medical emergency that can cause
permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and
treated;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a stroke occurs in approximately 1 out of every
3,500 live births, and 4.6 out of 100,000 children ages 19 and under
experience a stroke each year;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a stroke can occur before birth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas stroke is among the top 12 causes of death for
children between the ages of 1 and 14 in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 20 to 40 percent of children who have suffered a
stroke die as a result;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas a stroke recurs within 5 years in 10 percent of
children who have had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the death rate for children who experience a
stroke before the age of 1 is the highest out of all child age
groups;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there are no approved therapies for the treatment
of acute stroke in infants and children;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas approximately 60 percent of infants and children
who have a pediatric stroke will have serious, permanent neurological
disabilities, including paralysis, seizures, speech and vision problems,
and
attention, learning, and behavioral difficulties;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas such disabilities may require ongoing physical
therapy and surgeries;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the permanent health concerns of and treatments
for strokes that occur during childhood and young adulthood
have
considerable impacts on children, families, and society;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas more information is necessary regarding the cause, treatment,
and prevention of pediatric strokes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas medical research is the only means by which the
people of the United States can identify and develop effective treatment
and
prevention strategies for pediatric strokes; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric strokes
greatly improves the chances that an affected child will recover and not
experience a recurrence of a stroke: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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recognizes May
2014 as
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National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month
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urges the people
of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and
organizations that enhance public awareness of pediatric stroke;
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supports the work
of the National Institutes of Health in pursuit of medical progress on
pediatric stroke; and
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urges continued
coordination and cooperation between the Federal Government, State and
local
governments, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments
and
prognoses for children who suffer from strokes.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 459 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Blumenthal (for himself and Mr. Chambliss ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to childhood stroke and recognizing May 2014 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month .
Whereas a stroke, also known as cerebrovascular disease, is an acute neurologic injury that occurs when the blood supply to a part of the brain is interrupted by a clot in the artery or a burst of the artery; Whereas a stroke is a medical emergency that can cause permanent neurologic damage or even death if not promptly diagnosed and treated; Whereas a stroke occurs in approximately 1 out of every 3,500 live births, and 4.6 out of 100,000 children ages 19 and under experience a stroke each year; Whereas a stroke can occur before birth; Whereas stroke is among the top 12 causes of death for children between the ages of 1 and 14 in the United States; Whereas 20 to 40 percent of children who have suffered a stroke die as a result; Whereas a stroke recurs within 5 years in 10 percent of children who have had an ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke; Whereas the death rate for children who experience a stroke before the age of 1 is the highest out of all child age groups; Whereas there are no approved therapies for the treatment of acute stroke in infants and children; Whereas approximately 60 percent of infants and children who have a pediatric stroke will have serious, permanent neurological disabilities, including paralysis, seizures, speech and vision problems, and attention, learning, and behavioral difficulties; Whereas such disabilities may require ongoing physical therapy and surgeries; Whereas the permanent health concerns of and treatments for strokes that occur during childhood and young adulthood have considerable impacts on children, families, and society; Whereas more information is necessary regarding the cause, treatment, and prevention of pediatric strokes; Whereas medical research is the only means by which the people of the United States can identify and develop effective treatment and prevention strategies for pediatric strokes; and Whereas early diagnosis and treatment of pediatric strokes greatly improves the chances that an affected child will recover and not experience a recurrence of a stroke: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes May 2014 as National Pediatric Stroke Awareness Month ; (2) urges the people of the United States to support the efforts, programs, services, and organizations that enhance public awareness of pediatric stroke; (3) supports the work of the National Institutes of Health in pursuit of medical progress on pediatric stroke; and (4) urges continued coordination and cooperation between the Federal Government, State and local governments, researchers, families, and the public to improve treatments and prognoses for children who suffer from strokes. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 22, 2014
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Ms. Hirono
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Mr. Reid
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,
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Mrs. Murray
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,
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Mr. Cardin
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,
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Mr. Schatz
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,
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Mr. Brown
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,
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Mr. Kaine
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S319">
Mr. Begich
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S352">
Mr. Heller
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S275">
Ms. Cantwell
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S327">
Mr. Warner
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) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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Recognizing the significance of May 2014 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important
time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans and
Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States joins together each May to pay tribute to the contributions of
generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have enriched the
history of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States is inextricably
tied to the story of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Asian American and Pacific Islander community is an inherently diverse population
comprised of more than 45 distinct ethnicities and more than 100 language
dialects;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the Bureau of the Census, the Asian American population grew faster than any
other racial or ethnic group in the United States during the last decade,
surging nearly 46 percent between 2000 and 2010, which is a growth rate 4
times faster than that of the total population of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 2010 decennial census estimated that there are approximately 17,300,000 residents of
the United States who identify as Asian and approximately 1,200,000
residents of the United States who identify themselves as Native Hawaiian
or other Pacific Islander, making up approximately 5.5 percent and 0.4
percent, respectively, of the total population of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the month of May was selected for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month because the first
immigrants from Japan arrived in the United States on May 7, 1843, and the
first transcontinental railroad was completed on May 10, 1869, with
substantial contributions from immigrants from China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas
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section 102
</external-xref>
of title 36, United States Code, officially designates May as Asian/Pacific
American Heritage Month and requests the President to issue an annual
proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the
month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, such as Daniel K. Inouye, a Medal of Honor and
Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient who, as President Pro Tempore of
the Senate, was the highest-ranking Asian American government official in
United States history, Dalip Singh Saund, the first Asian American
Congressman, Patsy T. Mink, the first woman of color and Asian
American woman to be elected to Congress, Hiram L. Fong, the first Asian
American
Senator, and others have made significant
contributions in both our
government and our military, including the first Asian American cabinet
member in 2000 and the first female Asian American cabinet member in 2001;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the year 2014 marks several important milestones for the Asian American and Pacific
Islander community, including—
</text>
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<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the 15
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the establishment of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders under Executive Order 13125 by President William J. Clinton;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id5CF85C3EDC8344F7A60C6F19F7042843">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the
20
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, a bicameral caucus
of Members of Congress advocating on behalf of Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idBBAEA350C5F24593BB74F34790C0065D">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
the 20
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the creation of the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2014, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, a bicameral caucus of Members of
Congress advocating on behalf of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is
composed of 41 Members, including 13 Members of Asian or Pacific Islander
descent;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2014, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are serving in State legislatures across the
United States in record numbers, including in the States of Alaska,
Arizona, California, Connecticut, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho,
Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania,
Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the number of Federal judges who are Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders doubled between
2001 and 2008 and more than tripled
between 2009 and 2014, reflecting a commitment to diversity in the Federal
judiciary that has resulted in the confirmations of high caliber Asian
American and Pacific Islander judicial nominees;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas there remains much to be done to ensure that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have
access to resources and a voice in the Government of the United States and
continue to advance in the political landscape of the United States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month provides the people of the United States
with an opportunity to recognize the achievements, contributions, and
history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and to appreciate the
challenges faced by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders: Now, therefore,
be it
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That the Senate—
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<enum>
(1)
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recognizes the significance of May 2014 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important
time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans and
Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States; and
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recognizes that the Asian American and Pacific Islander community enhances the rich diversity of
and strengthens the United States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 460 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Ms. Hirono (for herself, Mr. Reid , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Schatz , Mr. Brown , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Begich , Mr. Heller , Mr. Kirk , Ms. Cantwell , and Mr. Warner ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the significance of May 2014 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
Whereas the United States joins together each May to pay tribute to the contributions of generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who have enriched the history of the United States; Whereas the history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States is inextricably tied to the story of the United States; Whereas the Asian American and Pacific Islander community is an inherently diverse population comprised of more than 45 distinct ethnicities and more than 100 language dialects; Whereas, according to the Bureau of the Census, the Asian American population grew faster than any other racial or ethnic group in the United States during the last decade, surging nearly 46 percent between 2000 and 2010, which is a growth rate 4 times faster than that of the total population of the United States; Whereas the 2010 decennial census estimated that there are approximately 17,300,000 residents of the United States who identify as Asian and approximately 1,200,000 residents of the United States who identify themselves as Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, making up approximately 5.5 percent and 0.4 percent, respectively, of the total population of the United States; Whereas the month of May was selected for Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month because the first immigrants from Japan arrived in the United States on May 7, 1843, and the first transcontinental railroad was completed on May 10, 1869, with substantial contributions from immigrants from China; Whereas section 102 of title 36, United States Code, officially designates May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month and requests the President to issue an annual proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities; Whereas Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, such as Daniel K. Inouye, a Medal of Honor and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient who, as President Pro Tempore of the Senate, was the highest-ranking Asian American government official in United States history, Dalip Singh Saund, the first Asian American Congressman, Patsy T. Mink, the first woman of color and Asian American woman to be elected to Congress, Hiram L. Fong, the first Asian American Senator, and others have made significant contributions in both our government and our military, including the first Asian American cabinet member in 2000 and the first female Asian American cabinet member in 2001; Whereas the year 2014 marks several important milestones for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, including— (1) the 15 th anniversary of the establishment of the White House Initiative on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders under Executive Order 13125 by President William J. Clinton; (2) the 20 th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, a bicameral caucus of Members of Congress advocating on behalf of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders; and (3) the 20 th anniversary of the creation of the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies; Whereas in 2014, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, a bicameral caucus of Members of Congress advocating on behalf of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is composed of 41 Members, including 13 Members of Asian or Pacific Islander descent; Whereas in 2014, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are serving in State legislatures across the United States in record numbers, including in the States of Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington; Whereas the number of Federal judges who are Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders doubled between 2001 and 2008 and more than tripled between 2009 and 2014, reflecting a commitment to diversity in the Federal judiciary that has resulted in the confirmations of high caliber Asian American and Pacific Islander judicial nominees; Whereas there remains much to be done to ensure that Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have access to resources and a voice in the Government of the United States and continue to advance in the political landscape of the United States; and Whereas celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month provides the people of the United States with an opportunity to recognize the achievements, contributions, and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, and to appreciate the challenges faced by Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes the significance of May 2014 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States; and (2) recognizes that the Asian American and Pacific Islander community enhances the rich diversity of and strengthens the United States. |
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113 SRES 461 ATS: Honoring James L. Oberstar as a remarkable public servant who served in Congress with extraordinary dedication and purpose.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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May 22, 2014
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Ms. Klobuchar
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Mr. Franken
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was born on September 10, 1934, in Chisholm, Minnesota;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was a distinguished legislator who served 36 years in Congress, from 1975
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longest serving Congressman for the State of Minnesota;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was an expert on public works and transportation issues and devoted his
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through his work as a staff member for John Blatnik, member of the House
of Representatives from Minnesota, from 1963 to 1974;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was a staunch supporter of the iron ore industry in Minnesota and fought
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Whereas, throughout his career, James L. Oberstar secured Federal funding for local communities for
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of
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House of Representatives during the 110th and 111th Congress;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was a supporter of the Federal Safe Routes to School Program which
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safety on walking and bicycling routes to school and encourages children
and families to travel between home and school by walking or biking;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar introduced H.R. 3311 during the 110th Congress to provide emergency
funding
to replace the I-35W bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after its tragic
collapse in 2007;
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was a strong advocate for improving aviation safety and served as Chair
of
the Subcommittee on Aviation of the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure of the House of Representatives from 1989 to 1994; and
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Whereas James L. Oberstar was a tireless champion of maritime issues, particularly those on the
Great
Lakes, and on May 24, 2011, the shipping vessel the Honorable James L.
Oberstar was christened in Duluth, Minnesota: Now, therefore, be it
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honors James L. Oberstar as a remarkable public servant who served in Congress with extraordinary
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remembers the work James L. Oberstar accomplished to improve transportation, infrastructure, and
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safety; and
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recognizes the indelible legacy James L. Oberstar has left on the State of Minnesota and the United
States.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 461 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Ms. Klobuchar (for herself, Mr. Franken , Mr. Harkin , and Mr. Begich ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring James L. Oberstar as a remarkable public servant who served in Congress with extraordinary dedication and purpose.
Whereas James L. Oberstar was born on September 10, 1934, in Chisholm, Minnesota; Whereas James L. Oberstar was a distinguished legislator who served 36 years in Congress, from 1975 to 2011, as a member of the House of Representatives from northern Minnesota, making him the longest serving Congressman for the State of Minnesota; Whereas James L. Oberstar was an expert on public works and transportation issues and devoted his public career to improving transportation and infrastructure, including through his work as a staff member for John Blatnik, member of the House of Representatives from Minnesota, from 1963 to 1974; Whereas James L. Oberstar was a staunch supporter of the iron ore industry in Minnesota and fought tirelessly to keep the mines open, protect the rights of workers, and improve safety conditions; Whereas, throughout his career, James L. Oberstar secured Federal funding for local communities for the development of bike lanes, sidewalks, biking trails, and hiking trails across Minnesota and the United States; Whereas James L. Oberstar was the Chair of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives during the 110th and 111th Congress; Whereas James L. Oberstar was a supporter of the Federal Safe Routes to School Program which improves safety on walking and bicycling routes to school and encourages children and families to travel between home and school by walking or biking; Whereas James L. Oberstar introduced H.R. 3311 during the 110th Congress to provide emergency funding to replace the I-35W bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, after its tragic collapse in 2007; Whereas James L. Oberstar was a strong advocate for improving aviation safety and served as Chair of the Subcommittee on Aviation of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives from 1989 to 1994; and Whereas James L. Oberstar was a tireless champion of maritime issues, particularly those on the Great Lakes, and on May 24, 2011, the shipping vessel the Honorable James L. Oberstar was christened in Duluth, Minnesota: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors James L. Oberstar as a remarkable public servant who served in Congress with extraordinary dedication and purpose; (2) remembers the work James L. Oberstar accomplished to improve transportation, infrastructure, and mine safety; and (3) recognizes the indelible legacy James L. Oberstar has left on the State of Minnesota and the United States. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 462 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Begich , Mr. Franken , and Ms. Murkowski ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations June 25, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment and with an amendment to the title July 24, 2014 Considered and agreed to with an amended preamble and an amendment to the title RESOLUTION Recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for supporting and defending the United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia.
Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters (also known as the Khmer and Lao/Hmong veterans ) fought and died with United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters rescued United States pilots shot down in enemy-controlled territory and returned the pilots to safety; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters retrieved and prevented from falling into enemy hands secret and sensitive information, technology, and equipment; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters captured and destroyed enemy supplies and prevented enemy forces from using the supplies to kill members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters gathered and provided to the United States Armed Forces intelligence about enemy troop positions, movement, and strength; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters provided food, shelter, and support to the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer National Armed Forces of Cambodia facilitated the evacuation of the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh on April 12, 1975, by continuing to fight Khmer Rouge forces as the forces advanced upon the capital; Whereas veterans of the Khmer Mobile Guerrilla Forces, the Lao/Hmong Special Guerrilla Units, and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces defended human rights, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of representation and association; and Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters have not yet received official recognition from the United States Government for their heroic efforts and support: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate affirms and recognizes the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters and the people of Cambodia and Laos for their support and defense of the United States Armed Forces and freedom of democracy in Southeast Asia. |
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 462 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Rubio submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for supporting and defending the United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia and for their continued support and defense of the United States.
Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters (also known as the Khmer and Lao/Hmong veterans ) fought and died with United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters rescued United States pilots shot down in enemy-controlled territory and returned the pilots to safety; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters retrieved and prevented from falling into enemy hands secret and sensitive information, technology, and equipment; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters captured and destroyed enemy supplies and prevented enemy forces from using the supplies to kill members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters gathered and provided to the United States Armed Forces intelligence about enemy troop positions, movement, and strength; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters provided food, shelter, and support to the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters facilitated the evacuation of the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh on April 12, 1975, by continuing to fight Khmer Rouge forces as the forces advanced upon the capital; Whereas, in 2014, the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters are still subject to intimidation, ridicule, discrimination, and death if identified in Cambodia or Laos; Whereas veterans of the Khmer Mobile Guerrilla Forces, the Lao/Hmong Special Guerrilla Units, and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces defended human rights, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of representation and association; and Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters have not yet received official recognition from the United States Government for their heroic efforts and support: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate affirms and recognizes the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters and the people of Cambodia and Laos for their support and defense of the United States Armed Forces and freedom of democracy in Southeast Asia. |
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Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters captured and destroyed enemy supplies and
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Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters gathered and provided to the United States Armed
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Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters provided food, shelter, and support to the United
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Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters facilitated the evacuation of the United States
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A resolution recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for
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conflict in Southeast Asia.
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| III Calendar No. 441 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 462 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mr. Rubio (for himself, Ms. Klobuchar , Mr. Begich , and Mr. Franken ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations June 25, 2014 Reported by Mr. Menendez , without amendment and with an amendment to the title RESOLUTION Recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for supporting and defending the United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia and for their continued support and defense of the United States.
Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters (also known as the Khmer and Lao/Hmong veterans ) fought and died with United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters rescued United States pilots shot down in enemy-controlled territory and returned the pilots to safety; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters retrieved and prevented from falling into enemy hands secret and sensitive information, technology, and equipment; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters captured and destroyed enemy supplies and prevented enemy forces from using the supplies to kill members of the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters gathered and provided to the United States Armed Forces intelligence about enemy troop positions, movement, and strength; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters provided food, shelter, and support to the United States Armed Forces; Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters facilitated the evacuation of the United States Embassy in Phnom Penh on April 12, 1975, by continuing to fight Khmer Rouge forces as the forces advanced upon the capital; Whereas, in 2014, the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters are still subject to intimidation, ridicule, discrimination, and death if identified in Cambodia or Laos; Whereas veterans of the Khmer Mobile Guerrilla Forces, the Lao/Hmong Special Guerrilla Units, and the Khmer Republic Armed Forces defended human rights, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of representation and association; and Whereas the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters have not yet received official recognition from the United States Government for their heroic efforts and support: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate affirms and recognizes the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters and the people of Cambodia and Laos for their support and defense of the United States Armed Forces and freedom of democracy in Southeast Asia.
Amend the title so as to read: A resolution recognizing the Khmer and Lao/Hmong Freedom Fighters of Cambodia and Laos for supporting and defending the United States Armed Forces during the conflict in Southeast Asia. .
June 25, 2014 Reported without amendment and with an amendment to the title |
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Whereas in the 1850s, the United States Government signed a series of treaties with Washington
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the recognition of traditional hunting and fishing rights;
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Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was born to Willie Frank, Sr., and Angeline Frank on March 9, 1931, at
Frank’s Landing on the banks of the Nisqually River in Washington State;
</text>
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Whereas the tireless efforts and dedication of Billy Frank, Jr., led to a historic legal victory
that
ensured that the United States would honor promises made in treaties with
the Washington tribes;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was first arrested in December of 1945, at the age of 14, for fishing for
salmon in the Nisqually River;
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Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was subsequently arrested more than 50 times for exercising his
treaty-protected right to fish for salmon;
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<whereas>
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Whereas over the years, Billy Frank, Jr., and other tribal members staged
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fish-ins
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that often
placed the protestors in danger of being arrested or attacked;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas during these fish-ins, Billy Frank, Jr., and others demanded that they be allowed to fish
in
historically tribal waters, a right the Nisqually had reserved in the
Treaty of Medicine Creek;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas declining salmon runs in Washington waters resulted in increased arrests of tribal members
exercising their fishing rights under the Treaty;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on February 12, 1974, in the case of United States v. Washington, Judge George Hugo Boldt
of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
issued a decision that affirmed the right of Washington treaty tribes to
take up to half of the harvestable fish in tribal fishing waters and
reaffirmed that the United States must honor treaties made with Native
American tribes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the
Boldt decision, and the treaty tribes became co-managers of the
salmon resource in the State of Washington;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas after the Boldt decision, Billy Frank, Jr., continued his fight to protect natural
resources,
salmon, and a healthy environment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, where Billy Frank, Jr., served as chairman,
works
to
establish working relationships with State agencies and non-Indian groups
to manage fisheries, restore and protect habitats, and protect tribal
treaty rights;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., refused to be bitter in the face of jail, racism, and abuse, and his
influence
was felt not just in Washington State but around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was awarded the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism, the Common
Cause
Award for Human Rights Efforts, the American Indian Distinguished Service
Award, the Washington State Environmental Excellence Award, and the
Wallace Stegner Award for his years of service and dedication to his
battle;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., will live on in stories, in memories, and every time a
tribal
member exercises his or her right to harvest salmon in Washington State;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., transcends his 83 years and will provide inspiration to
those
still around today and those still to come: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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honors the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.; and
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extends its heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Billy Frank, Jr., the Nisqually
Tribe, all Native Americans, and all people around the world who were
inspired by his example.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 463 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself and Ms. Cantwell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary June 4, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., and expressing condolences on his passing.
Whereas in the 1850s, the United States Government signed a series of treaties with Washington State tribes under which the tribes granted millions of acres of land to the United States in exchange for the establishment of reservations and the recognition of traditional hunting and fishing rights; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was born to Willie Frank, Sr., and Angeline Frank on March 9, 1931, at Frank’s Landing on the banks of the Nisqually River in Washington State; Whereas the tireless efforts and dedication of Billy Frank, Jr., led to a historic legal victory that ensured that the United States would honor promises made in treaties with the Washington tribes; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was first arrested in December of 1945, at the age of 14, for fishing for salmon in the Nisqually River; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was subsequently arrested more than 50 times for exercising his treaty-protected right to fish for salmon; Whereas over the years, Billy Frank, Jr., and other tribal members staged fish-ins that often placed the protestors in danger of being arrested or attacked; Whereas during these fish-ins, Billy Frank, Jr., and others demanded that they be allowed to fish in historically tribal waters, a right the Nisqually had reserved in the Treaty of Medicine Creek; Whereas declining salmon runs in Washington waters resulted in increased arrests of tribal members exercising their fishing rights under the Treaty; Whereas, on February 12, 1974, in the case of United States v. Washington, Judge George Hugo Boldt of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington issued a decision that affirmed the right of Washington treaty tribes to take up to half of the harvestable fish in tribal fishing waters and reaffirmed that the United States must honor treaties made with Native American tribes; Whereas the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Boldt decision, and the treaty tribes became co-managers of the salmon resource in the State of Washington; Whereas after the Boldt decision, Billy Frank, Jr., continued his fight to protect natural resources, salmon, and a healthy environment; Whereas the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, where Billy Frank, Jr., served as chairman, works to establish working relationships with State agencies and non-Indian groups to manage fisheries, restore and protect habitats, and protect tribal treaty rights; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., refused to be bitter in the face of jail, racism, and abuse, and his influence was felt not just in Washington State but around the world; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was awarded the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism, the Common Cause Award for Human Rights Efforts, the American Indian Distinguished Service Award, the Washington State Environmental Excellence Award, and the Wallace Stegner Award for his years of service and dedication to his battle; Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., will live on in stories, in memories, and every time a tribal member exercises his or her right to harvest salmon in Washington State; and Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., transcends his 83 years and will provide inspiration to those still around today and those still to come: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.; and (2) extends its heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Billy Frank, Jr., the Nisqually Tribe, all Native Americans, and all people around the world who were inspired by his example. |
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Whereas in the 1850s, the United States Government signed a series of treaties with Washington
State tribes under which the tribes granted millions of acres of land to
the United States in exchange for the establishment of reservations and
the recognition of traditional hunting and fishing rights;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was born to Willie Frank, Sr., and Angeline Frank on March 9, 1931, at
Frank’s Landing on the banks of the Nisqually River in Washington State;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the tireless efforts and dedication of Billy Frank, Jr., led to a historic legal victory
that
ensured that the United States would honor promises made in treaties with
the Washington tribes;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was first arrested in December of 1945, at the age of 14, for fishing for
salmon in the Nisqually River;
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<whereas>
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Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was subsequently arrested more than 50 times for exercising his
treaty-protected right to fish for salmon;
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</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas over the years, Billy Frank, Jr., and other tribal members staged
<quote>
fish-ins
</quote>
that often
placed the protestors in danger of being arrested or attacked;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during these fish-ins, Billy Frank, Jr., and others demanded that they be allowed to fish
in
historically tribal waters, a right the Nisqually had reserved in the
Treaty of Medicine Creek;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas declining salmon runs in Washington waters resulted in increased arrests of tribal members
exercising their fishing rights under the Treaty;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on February 12, 1974, in the case of United States v. Washington, Judge George Hugo Boldt
of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington
issued a decision that affirmed the right of Washington treaty tribes to
take up to half of the harvestable fish in tribal fishing waters and
reaffirmed that the United States must honor treaties made with Native
American tribes;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the
Boldt decision, and the treaty tribes became co-managers of the
salmon resource in the State of Washington;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas after the Boldt decision, Billy Frank, Jr., continued his fight to protect natural
resources,
salmon, and a healthy environment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, where Billy Frank, Jr., served as chairman,
works
to
establish working relationships with State agencies and non-Indian groups
to manage fisheries, restore and protect habitats, and protect tribal
treaty rights;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., refused to be bitter in the face of jail, racism, and abuse, and his
influence
was felt not just in Washington State but around the world;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was awarded the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism, the Common
Cause
Award for Human Rights Efforts, the American Indian Distinguished Service
Award, the Washington State Environmental Excellence Award, and the
Wallace Stegner Award for his years of service and dedication to his
battle;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., will live on in stories, in memories, and every time a
tribal
member exercises his or her right to harvest salmon in Washington State;
and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., transcends his 83 years and will provide inspiration to
those
still around today and those still to come: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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honors the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.; and
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(2)
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extends its heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Billy Frank, Jr., the Nisqually
Tribe, all Native Americans, and all people around the world who were
inspired by his example.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 463 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 22, 2014 Mrs. Murray (for herself and Ms. Cantwell ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Honoring the life, accomplishments, and legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., and expressing condolences on his passing.
Whereas in the 1850s, the United States Government signed a series of treaties with Washington State tribes under which the tribes granted millions of acres of land to the United States in exchange for the establishment of reservations and the recognition of traditional hunting and fishing rights; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was born to Willie Frank, Sr., and Angeline Frank on March 9, 1931, at Frank’s Landing on the banks of the Nisqually River in Washington State; Whereas the tireless efforts and dedication of Billy Frank, Jr., led to a historic legal victory that ensured that the United States would honor promises made in treaties with the Washington tribes; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was first arrested in December of 1945, at the age of 14, for fishing for salmon in the Nisqually River; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was subsequently arrested more than 50 times for exercising his treaty-protected right to fish for salmon; Whereas over the years, Billy Frank, Jr., and other tribal members staged fish-ins that often placed the protestors in danger of being arrested or attacked; Whereas during these fish-ins, Billy Frank, Jr., and others demanded that they be allowed to fish in historically tribal waters, a right the Nisqually had reserved in the Treaty of Medicine Creek; Whereas declining salmon runs in Washington waters resulted in increased arrests of tribal members exercising their fishing rights under the Treaty; Whereas, on February 12, 1974, in the case of United States v. Washington, Judge George Hugo Boldt of the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington issued a decision that affirmed the right of Washington treaty tribes to take up to half of the harvestable fish in tribal fishing waters and reaffirmed that the United States must honor treaties made with Native American tribes; Whereas the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Boldt decision, and the treaty tribes became co-managers of the salmon resource in the State of Washington; Whereas after the Boldt decision, Billy Frank, Jr., continued his fight to protect natural resources, salmon, and a healthy environment; Whereas the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, where Billy Frank, Jr., served as chairman, works to establish working relationships with State agencies and non-Indian groups to manage fisheries, restore and protect habitats, and protect tribal treaty rights; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., refused to be bitter in the face of jail, racism, and abuse, and his influence was felt not just in Washington State but around the world; Whereas Billy Frank, Jr., was awarded the Albert Schweitzer Prize for Humanitarianism, the Common Cause Award for Human Rights Efforts, the American Indian Distinguished Service Award, the Washington State Environmental Excellence Award, and the Wallace Stegner Award for his years of service and dedication to his battle; Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., will live on in stories, in memories, and every time a tribal member exercises his or her right to harvest salmon in Washington State; and Whereas the legacy of Billy Frank, Jr., transcends his 83 years and will provide inspiration to those still around today and those still to come: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors the life, legacy, and many accomplishments of Billy Frank, Jr.; and (2) extends its heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the family of Billy Frank, Jr., the Nisqually Tribe, all Native Americans, and all people around the world who were inspired by his example. |
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S. RES. 464
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 3, 2014
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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Mr. Kirk
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Designating June 2014 as
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National Aphasia Awareness Month
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas aphasia is a communication impairment caused by
brain damage that typically results from a stroke;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas aphasia can also occur with other neurological
disorders, such as a brain tumor;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many people with aphasia also have weakness or
paralysis in the right leg and right arm, usually due to damage to the
left
hemisphere of the brain, which controls language and movement on the right
side
of the body;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the effects of aphasia may include a loss of, or
reduction in, the ability to speak, comprehend, read, and write, but the
intelligence of a person with aphasia remains intact;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the National Institute of
Neurological Disorders and Stroke (referred to in this preamble as the
<quote>
NINDS
</quote>
), strokes are the fourth-leading cause of death in the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas strokes are a leading cause of serious, long-term
disability in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the NINDS estimates that there are approximately
5,000,000 stroke survivors in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the NINDS estimates that people in the United
States suffer approximately 795,000 strokes per year, with about
<fraction>
1/3
</fraction>
of the strokes resulting in aphasia;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the NINDS, aphasia affects at least
1,000,000 people in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the NINDS estimates that more than 200,000 people
in the United States are afflicted with aphasia each year;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the people of the United States should strive to
learn more about aphasia and to promote research, rehabilitation, and
support
services for people with aphasia and aphasia caregivers throughout the
United
States; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas people with aphasia and their caregivers envision
a world that recognizes the
<quote>
silent
</quote>
disability of aphasia and
provides opportunity and fulfillment for people affected by aphasia: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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That the Senate—
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National Aphasia Awareness Month
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people in the United States to observe National Aphasia Awareness Month
with
appropriate events and activities.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 464 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 3, 2014 Mr. Johnson of South Dakota (for himself and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating June 2014 as National Aphasia Awareness Month and supporting efforts to increase awareness of aphasia.
Whereas aphasia is a communication impairment caused by brain damage that typically results from a stroke; Whereas aphasia can also occur with other neurological disorders, such as a brain tumor; Whereas many people with aphasia also have weakness or paralysis in the right leg and right arm, usually due to damage to the left hemisphere of the brain, which controls language and movement on the right side of the body; Whereas the effects of aphasia may include a loss of, or reduction in, the ability to speak, comprehend, read, and write, but the intelligence of a person with aphasia remains intact; Whereas, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (referred to in this preamble as the NINDS ), strokes are the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States; Whereas strokes are a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the United States; Whereas the NINDS estimates that there are approximately 5,000,000 stroke survivors in the United States; Whereas the NINDS estimates that people in the United States suffer approximately 795,000 strokes per year, with about 1/3 of the strokes resulting in aphasia; Whereas, according to the NINDS, aphasia affects at least 1,000,000 people in the United States; Whereas the NINDS estimates that more than 200,000 people in the United States are afflicted with aphasia each year; Whereas the people of the United States should strive to learn more about aphasia and to promote research, rehabilitation, and support services for people with aphasia and aphasia caregivers throughout the United States; and Whereas people with aphasia and their caregivers envision a world that recognizes the silent disability of aphasia and provides opportunity and fulfillment for people affected by aphasia: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates June 2014 as National Aphasia Awareness Month ; (2) supports efforts to increase awareness of aphasia; (3) recognizes that strokes, a primary cause of aphasia, are the fourth-largest cause of death and disability in the United States; (4) acknowledges that aphasia deserves more attention and study to find new solutions for people experiencing aphasia and their caregivers; (5) supports efforts to make the voices of people with aphasia heard, because people with aphasia are often unable to communicate with others; and (6) encourages all people in the United States to observe National Aphasia Awareness Month with appropriate events and activities. |
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Whereas in 1915, the Sisters of Loretto established Webster University in Saint Louis, Missouri, as
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Whereas Webster University has campuses in 8 different countries, introducing people in Europe,
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Whereas in 1974, Webster University became one of the first universities in the United States to
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Whereas in 2014, Webster University is located on military bases across the country, serving all
branches of the military and directly helping more than 7,700 students who
are active members of the Armed Forces, veterans, or direct relatives of
individuals with military connections;
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Whereas Webster University has been a leader in online education since 1999, and more than 9,000
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Center, a program that provides quality higher education to students who
have access to the Internet and are residing anywhere in the world;
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Whereas since 1915, Webster University has conferred more than 184,000 degrees at campuses around
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area, demonstrating a local commitment and offering a global education;
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Whereas Webster University has a diverse student body and is routinely lauded by organizations
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Whereas Webster University is the alma mater of more than 160,000 proud alumni; and
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Whereas the quality of Webster University as an institution of higher learning is a reflection of
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Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate recognizes and extends congratulations to the educational professionals, students,
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 465 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 3, 2014 Mr. Blunt (for himself and Mrs. McCaskill ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Commemorating the centennial of Webster University.
Whereas in 1915, the Sisters of Loretto established Webster University in Saint Louis, Missouri, as one of the first Catholic colleges for women that is located west of the Mississippi River; Whereas Webster University has campuses in 8 different countries, introducing people in Europe, Asia, and Africa to United States educational programs, helping to spread United States culture and ideas around the globe, and serving the educational needs of people abroad; Whereas in 1974, Webster University became one of the first universities in the United States to operate on a military base; Whereas in 2014, Webster University is located on military bases across the country, serving all branches of the military and directly helping more than 7,700 students who are active members of the Armed Forces, veterans, or direct relatives of individuals with military connections; Whereas Webster University has been a leader in online education since 1999, and more than 9,000 students are taking courses in the Webster University Online Learning Center, a program that provides quality higher education to students who have access to the Internet and are residing anywhere in the world; Whereas since 1915, Webster University has conferred more than 184,000 degrees at campuses around the world, including nearly 80,000 degrees in the greater Saint Louis area, demonstrating a local commitment and offering a global education; Whereas Webster University has a diverse student body and is routinely lauded by organizations working on diversity issues; Whereas Webster University is the alma mater of more than 160,000 proud alumni; and Whereas the quality of Webster University as an institution of higher learning is a reflection of the extraordinary caliber of its educational professionals and students: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes and extends congratulations to the educational professionals, students, and alumni of Webster University for 100 years of excellence in higher education. |
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Whereas prescription opioids can play an integral role in proper pain management and treatment of
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Whereas when no longer needed or wanted for legitimate pain management or health treatment,
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Whereas prescription opioids may be abused by individuals who were not prescribed such drugs or
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Whereas prescription opioid pain relievers are powerful, regulated drugs that, according to the
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Whereas prescription opioids, when used improperly or not taken as prescribed, can be addictive;
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Whereas scientific studies indicate a link between prescription opioid abuse and
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Whereas compared to prescription opioids, heroin is a cheaper drug and becoming more readily
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</text>
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Whereas deaths from heroin overdoses have significantly increased in communities across the United
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Whereas addiction and overdoses take lives, ruin families, and fuel rising crime rates in
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Whereas drug take-back programs allow for the collection and safe disposal of unwanted or unused
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Whereas drug take-back days are held infrequently: Now, therefore, be it
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National Drug Take-Back Week
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designates October 2014 as
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National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 466 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 3, 2014 Ms. Ayotte (for herself, Ms. Klobuchar , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary September 10, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 27 through November 2, 2014, as National Drug Take-Back Week , and designating October 2014 as National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month .
Whereas prescription opioids can play an integral role in proper pain management and treatment of health conditions; Whereas when no longer needed or wanted for legitimate pain management or health treatment, prescription opioids are susceptible to diversion; Whereas prescription opioids may be abused by individuals who were not prescribed such drugs or misused by individuals not taking such drugs as directed; Whereas prescription opioid pain relievers are powerful, regulated drugs that, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, attach to the same cell receptors as heroin; Whereas prescription opioids, when used improperly or not taken as prescribed, can be addictive; Whereas scientific studies indicate a link between prescription opioid abuse and potential future heroin use and addiction; Whereas compared to prescription opioids, heroin is a cheaper drug and becoming more readily available; Whereas deaths from heroin overdoses have significantly increased in communities across the United States; Whereas addiction and overdoses take lives, ruin families, and fuel rising crime rates in communities across the United States; Whereas drug take-back programs allow for the collection and safe disposal of unwanted or unused drugs; and Whereas drug take-back days are held infrequently: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) encourages a continuous national dialogue on efforts to combat prescription opioid abuse and heroin addiction; (2) supports a holistic approach to addressing prescription opioid and heroin abuse, including through law enforcement and first responder initiatives, international drug interdiction, and treatment, recovery, prevention, and education efforts; (3) recognizes the commitment of Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel, first responders, firefighters, treatment providers, researchers, prescribers, pharmacists, dispensers, medical boards, manufacturers, and community organizations to addressing prescription opioid abuse and heroin addiction; (4) supports the goals of drug take-back efforts by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the State, local, and tribal law enforcement partners of the Drug Enforcement Administration, and encourages the expansion of such efforts; (5) designates the week of October 27 through November 2, 2014, as National Drug Take-Back Week ; (6) encourages media organizations to bring awareness to prescription opioid and heroin use, particularly among the youth in the United States; and (7) designates October 2014 as National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month . |
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Whereas when no longer needed or wanted for legitimate pain management or health treatment,
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Whereas prescription opioids may be abused by individuals who were not prescribed such drugs or
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Whereas prescription opioid pain relievers are powerful, regulated drugs that, according to the
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Whereas prescription opioids, when used improperly or not taken as prescribed, can be addictive;
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Whereas compared to prescription opioids, heroin is a cheaper drug and becoming more readily
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Whereas deaths from heroin overdoses have significantly increased in communities across the United
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Whereas addiction and overdoses take lives, ruin families, and fuel rising crime rates in
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Whereas drug take-back programs allow for the collection and safe disposal of unwanted or unused
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Whereas drug take-back days are held infrequently: Now, therefore, be it
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designates October 2014 as
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National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 466 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 3, 2014 Ms. Ayotte (for herself and Ms. Klobuchar ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Designating the week of October 27 through November 2, 2014, as National Drug Take-Back Week , and designating October 2014 as National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month .
Whereas prescription opioids can play an integral role in proper pain management and treatment of health conditions; Whereas when no longer needed or wanted for legitimate pain management or health treatment, prescription opioids are susceptible to diversion; Whereas prescription opioids may be abused by individuals who were not prescribed such drugs or misused by individuals not taking such drugs as directed; Whereas prescription opioid pain relievers are powerful, regulated drugs that, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, attach to the same cell receptors as heroin; Whereas prescription opioids, when used improperly or not taken as prescribed, can be addictive; Whereas scientific studies indicate a link between prescription opioid abuse and potential future heroin use and addiction; Whereas compared to prescription opioids, heroin is a cheaper drug and becoming more readily available; Whereas deaths from heroin overdoses have significantly increased in communities across the United States; Whereas addiction and overdoses take lives, ruin families, and fuel rising crime rates in communities across the United States; Whereas drug take-back programs allow for the collection and safe disposal of unwanted or unused drugs; and Whereas drug take-back days are held infrequently: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) encourages a continuous national dialogue on efforts to combat prescription opioid abuse and heroin addiction; (2) supports a holistic approach to addressing prescription opioid and heroin abuse, including through law enforcement and first responder initiatives, international drug interdiction, and treatment, recovery, prevention, and education efforts; (3) recognizes the commitment of Federal, State, and local law enforcement personnel, first responders, firefighters, treatment providers, researchers, prescribers, pharmacists, dispensers, medical boards, manufacturers, and community organizations to addressing prescription opioid abuse and heroin addiction; (4) supports the goals of drug take-back efforts by the Drug Enforcement Administration and the State, local, and tribal law enforcement partners of the Drug Enforcement Administration, and encourages the expansion of such efforts; (5) designates the week of October 27 through November 2, 2014, as National Drug Take-Back Week ; (6) encourages media organizations to bring awareness to prescription opioid and heroin use, particularly among the youth in the United States; and (7) designates October 2014 as National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Abuse Awareness Month . |
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Recognizing the 100
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Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal in the Port of Seattle was officially dedicated on January 10, 1914,
becoming the first operational facility in the Port of Seattle;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal was the first commercial property purchased by the Port of Seattle and
is located just east of the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks on the Lake
Washington Ship Canal;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal is home to the North Pacific Fishing Fleet and provides moorage for
400 commercial fishing vessels and work boats;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen's Terminal is critical to the operations of the Port of Seattle, the port of
entry for 50 percent of the
total seafood caught in the United States;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas there is a strong connection between the fishing and shipping industries of the Port of
Seattle, and seafood exported out of the Port of Seattle was valued at
more than $997,000,000 in 2012;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the fishing fleets of Fishermen’s Terminal harvest a wide variety of fish including salmon,
halibut, Pacific cod, Alaska Pollock, sablefish, rock fish, whiting,
yellowfin, sole, albacore, crab, shrimp, and other shellfish;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the fishing vessels that moor at Fishermen’s Terminal include crabbers, longliners, purse
seiners, trawlers, and trollers, and often fish in Alaskan waters such as
Southeast Alaska, Bristol Bay, and the Bering Sea;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas for the last century, Fishermen’s Terminal has played a critical role in the fishing and
maritime industry in both Washington and Alaska;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal directly contributes and supports maritime jobs, and is a major driver
of the maritime economy of the Pacific Northwest, which generates
$30,000,000,000 annually for
the State of Washington;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas annually, the fishing industry at the Port of Seattle creates 15,600 jobs, has a total
payroll of $1,900,000,000 per year, and generates $814,000,000 in annual
revenue for
private businesses;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 34,500 Washington residents are employed by the Alaskan seafood industry;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal contributes to the economic diversity and resilience of the Pacific
Northwest due to the many industries it supports, including vessel
construction, maintenance, and repair activity that brings vendors and
suppliers together with a network of bankers, insurers, and other
businesses that support fishing and shipping;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas much of the infrastructure and businesses surrounding Fishermen’s Terminal have been in
place as long as the Terminal, and make up the most important economic
maritime cluster of fish processing, cold storage, vessel fabrication, and
barge and tug operations businesses in the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the shore side support businesses surrounding Fishermen's Terminal employ a wide range of
machinists, trade workers, and artisans who are skilled in traditional
maritime crafts such as wood-working, fiberglass repair, painting, sail
making, brass brightworking, marine engineering, and naval architecture;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen's Terminal is more than just a place to moor, repair, and maintain boats, and
gives the Seattle community a sense of identity as a place where people
work with their hands in industries that help define the region; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal is a cultural resource that is always open to the public, is home to
the Fishermen's Memorial, a towering bronze sculpture that lists the names
of 675 men and women who have lost their lives in their pursuit of the
bounty of the sea, hosts thousands of people every September for the
Fishermen’s Fall Festival to celebrate the homecoming of Washington
fishermen after a summer at sea, and is surrounded by lively restaurants,
shops, and businesses that support the community and those in the fishing
industry: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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recognizes that May 28, 2014 is the official centennial of Fishermen’s Terminal; and
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praises the ongoing contributions of Fishermen's Terminal to the welfare of countless individuals,
the fishing industry, the Port of Seattle, the State of Washington, and
the United States.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 467 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 4, 2014 Ms. Cantwell (for herself and Mrs. Murray ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 100 th Anniversary of Fishermen’s Terminal in the Port of Seattle and celebrating Seattle’s rich maritime heritage and its importance to the United States.
Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal in the Port of Seattle was officially dedicated on January 10, 1914, becoming the first operational facility in the Port of Seattle; Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal was the first commercial property purchased by the Port of Seattle and is located just east of the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks on the Lake Washington Ship Canal; Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal is home to the North Pacific Fishing Fleet and provides moorage for 400 commercial fishing vessels and work boats; Whereas Fishermen's Terminal is critical to the operations of the Port of Seattle, the port of entry for 50 percent of the total seafood caught in the United States; Whereas there is a strong connection between the fishing and shipping industries of the Port of Seattle, and seafood exported out of the Port of Seattle was valued at more than $997,000,000 in 2012; Whereas the fishing fleets of Fishermen’s Terminal harvest a wide variety of fish including salmon, halibut, Pacific cod, Alaska Pollock, sablefish, rock fish, whiting, yellowfin, sole, albacore, crab, shrimp, and other shellfish; Whereas the fishing vessels that moor at Fishermen’s Terminal include crabbers, longliners, purse seiners, trawlers, and trollers, and often fish in Alaskan waters such as Southeast Alaska, Bristol Bay, and the Bering Sea; Whereas for the last century, Fishermen’s Terminal has played a critical role in the fishing and maritime industry in both Washington and Alaska; Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal directly contributes and supports maritime jobs, and is a major driver of the maritime economy of the Pacific Northwest, which generates $30,000,000,000 annually for the State of Washington; Whereas annually, the fishing industry at the Port of Seattle creates 15,600 jobs, has a total payroll of $1,900,000,000 per year, and generates $814,000,000 in annual revenue for private businesses; Whereas 34,500 Washington residents are employed by the Alaskan seafood industry; Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal contributes to the economic diversity and resilience of the Pacific Northwest due to the many industries it supports, including vessel construction, maintenance, and repair activity that brings vendors and suppliers together with a network of bankers, insurers, and other businesses that support fishing and shipping; Whereas much of the infrastructure and businesses surrounding Fishermen’s Terminal have been in place as long as the Terminal, and make up the most important economic maritime cluster of fish processing, cold storage, vessel fabrication, and barge and tug operations businesses in the United States; Whereas the shore side support businesses surrounding Fishermen's Terminal employ a wide range of machinists, trade workers, and artisans who are skilled in traditional maritime crafts such as wood-working, fiberglass repair, painting, sail making, brass brightworking, marine engineering, and naval architecture; Whereas Fishermen's Terminal is more than just a place to moor, repair, and maintain boats, and gives the Seattle community a sense of identity as a place where people work with their hands in industries that help define the region; and Whereas Fishermen’s Terminal is a cultural resource that is always open to the public, is home to the Fishermen's Memorial, a towering bronze sculpture that lists the names of 675 men and women who have lost their lives in their pursuit of the bounty of the sea, hosts thousands of people every September for the Fishermen’s Fall Festival to celebrate the homecoming of Washington fishermen after a summer at sea, and is surrounded by lively restaurants, shops, and businesses that support the community and those in the fishing industry: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes that May 28, 2014 is the official centennial of Fishermen’s Terminal; and (2) praises the ongoing contributions of Fishermen's Terminal to the welfare of countless individuals, the fishing industry, the Port of Seattle, the State of Washington, and the United States. |
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June 5, 2014
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Mr. Reid
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Mr. McConnell
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To authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the
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Whereas, the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the
<committee-name committee-id="SSGA00">
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
</committee-name>
conducted an investigation into Caterpillar Inc.'s Offshore Tax Strategy;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, the Subcommittee has received a request from a federal regulatory agency for access to
records of the Subcommittee's investigation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of
the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the
Senate can, by administrative or judicial process, be taken from such
control or possession but by permission of the Senate;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate is
needed
for the promotion of justice, the Senate will take such action as will
promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of
the
<committee-name committee-id="SSGA00">
Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
</committee-name>
, acting jointly, are authorized to provide to law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies, and
other entities or individuals duly authorized by federal, state, or
foreign governments, records of the Subcommittee's investigation into
Caterpillar's Offshore Tax Strategy.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 468 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 5, 2014 Mr. Reid (for himself and Mr. McConnell ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION To authorize the production of records by the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Whereas, the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs conducted an investigation into Caterpillar Inc.'s Offshore Tax Strategy; Whereas, the Subcommittee has received a request from a federal regulatory agency for access to records of the Subcommittee's investigation; Whereas, by the privileges of the Senate of the United States and Rule XI of the Standing Rules of the Senate, no evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate can, by administrative or judicial process, be taken from such control or possession but by permission of the Senate; Whereas, when it appears that evidence under the control or in the possession of the Senate is needed for the promotion of justice, the Senate will take such action as will promote the ends of justice consistent with the privileges of the Senate: Now, therefore, be it
That the Chairman and Ranking Minority Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs , acting jointly, are authorized to provide to law enforcement officials, regulatory agencies, and other entities or individuals duly authorized by federal, state, or foreign governments, records of the Subcommittee's investigation into Caterpillar's Offshore Tax Strategy. |
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113 SRES 469 IS: Expressing the sense of the Senate on the May 31, 2014, transfer of five detainees from the detention facility at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 11, 2014
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Mr. Portman
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<cosponsor name-id="S340">
Ms. Ayotte
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S287">
Mr. Cornyn
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S348">
Mr. Paul
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S260">
Mr. Roberts
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
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Mr. Thune
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Expressing the sense of the Senate on the May 31, 2014, transfer of five detainees from the
detention facility at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
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Whereas in enacting the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law
113–66), Congress provided the executive branch with clear guidance and
requirements for transferring or releasing individuals from the detention
facility at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states the Secretary of Defense
may transfer an individual detained at United States Naval Station,
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, if the Secretary determines, following a review
conducted in accordance with the requirements of section 1023 of the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (10 U.S.C. 801
note) and Executive Order No. 13567, that the individual is no longer a
threat to the United States, or the individual is ordered released by a
United States court, or such an individual can be transferred if the
Secretary determines that actions have been or are planned to be taken
which will substantially mitigate the risk of the individual engaging or
re-engaging in any terrorist activity or other hostile activity that
threatens the United States or United States persons or interests and the
transfer is in the national security interest of the United States;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states that the Secretary of
Defense must notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such a
determination not later than 30 days before the transfer or release of the
individual concerned from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay,
Cuba;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states that such a notification
must include a detailed statement of the basis for the transfer or
release, an explanation of why the transfer or release is in the national
security interests of the United States, a description of any actions
taken to mitigate the risks of reengagement by the individual to be
transferred or released, a copy of any Periodic Review Board findings
relating to the individual, and a description of the evaluation conducted
pursuant to factors that must be considered prior to such a transfer or
release;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/113/76">
Public Law 113–76
</external-xref>
) states that none of the funds
appropriated or otherwise made available in that Act may be used to
transfer covered individuals detained at United States Naval Station
Guantanamo
Bay, Cuba, except in accordance with the National Defense Authorization
Act for Fiscal Year 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on May 31, 2014, detainees Khairullah Khairkhwa, Abdul Haq Wasiq, Mohammed Fazl, Noorullah
Noori, and Mohammed Nabi Omari were transferred from United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the appropriate committees of Congress were not notified of the transfers as required by
the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 prior to the
transfers:
Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That it is the sense of the Senate that—
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the transfers of detainees Khairullah Khairkhwa, Abdul Haq Wasiq,
Mohammed
Fazl, Noorullah Noori, and Mohammed Nabi Omari from United States Naval
Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar on May 31, 2014, violated the
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal
Year
2014 (
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Public Law 113–66
</external-xref>
) and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014
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Public Law 113–76
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); and
</text>
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(2)
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Congress should—
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(A)
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investigate the actions taken by President Obama and his administration that led to the unlawful
transfer of such detainees, including an evaluation of other options
considered to reach the desired common defense policy outcome of the
President; and
</text>
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(B)
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determine the impact of the transfer of such detainees on the common defense of the United
States and measures that should be taken to mitigate any negative
consequences.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 469 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2014 Mr. Portman (for himself, Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Kirk , Mr. Paul , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Sessions , and Mr. Thune ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate on the May 31, 2014, transfer of five detainees from the detention facility at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Whereas in enacting the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 (Public Law 113–66), Congress provided the executive branch with clear guidance and requirements for transferring or releasing individuals from the detention facility at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states the Secretary of Defense may transfer an individual detained at United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, if the Secretary determines, following a review conducted in accordance with the requirements of section 1023 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 (10 U.S.C. 801 note) and Executive Order No. 13567, that the individual is no longer a threat to the United States, or the individual is ordered released by a United States court, or such an individual can be transferred if the Secretary determines that actions have been or are planned to be taken which will substantially mitigate the risk of the individual engaging or re-engaging in any terrorist activity or other hostile activity that threatens the United States or United States persons or interests and the transfer is in the national security interest of the United States; Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states that the Secretary of Defense must notify the appropriate committees of Congress of such a determination not later than 30 days before the transfer or release of the individual concerned from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; Whereas the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 states that such a notification must include a detailed statement of the basis for the transfer or release, an explanation of why the transfer or release is in the national security interests of the United States, a description of any actions taken to mitigate the risks of reengagement by the individual to be transferred or released, a copy of any Periodic Review Board findings relating to the individual, and a description of the evaluation conducted pursuant to factors that must be considered prior to such a transfer or release; Whereas the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 ( Public Law 113–76 ) states that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available in that Act may be used to transfer covered individuals detained at United States Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, except in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014; Whereas on May 31, 2014, detainees Khairullah Khairkhwa, Abdul Haq Wasiq, Mohammed Fazl, Noorullah Noori, and Mohammed Nabi Omari were transferred from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar; and Whereas the appropriate committees of Congress were not notified of the transfers as required by the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 prior to the transfers: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the transfers of detainees Khairullah Khairkhwa, Abdul Haq Wasiq, Mohammed Fazl, Noorullah Noori, and Mohammed Nabi Omari from United States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Qatar on May 31, 2014, violated the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 ( Public Law 113–66 ) and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 ( Public Law 113–76 ); and (2) Congress should— (A) investigate the actions taken by President Obama and his administration that led to the unlawful transfer of such detainees, including an evaluation of other options considered to reach the desired common defense policy outcome of the President; and (B) determine the impact of the transfer of such detainees on the common defense of the United States and measures that should be taken to mitigate any negative consequences. |
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Responsibility
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Section 17 of Senate Resolution 400 agreed to May 19, 1976 (94th Congress) is amended to read as
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Except as provided in
subsections (b) and (c), the Select Committee shall have jurisdiction to review,
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with the advice and consent of the Senate.
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the Select Committee shall report such nomination.
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With respect to the confirmation of the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, or any
successor position, the nomination of any individual by the President to
serve in such position shall be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
and, if and when
reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 20 calendar days, except
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Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate
reconvenes to report the nomination.
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If, upon the expiration of the period described in paragraph (1), the Select Committee has not
reported the nomination, such
nomination shall be automatically discharged from the Select Committee and placed
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the Executive
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With respect to the confirmation of
appointment to the position of Director of the
National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency,
Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General of
the National Reconnaissance Office, or
any successor position to such a position, the
nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at
the time of the nomination is a member of the Armed Forces on active duty,
shall be referred to the Committee on Armed Services and, if and when
reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except
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Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate
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With respect to the confirmation of
appointment to the position of Director of the
National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency,
Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General or
the National Reconnaissance Office, or
any successor position to such a position, the nomination of
any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of
the nomination is not a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be
referred to the Select Committee and, if and when reported, to the Committee on
Armed Services for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when
the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Committee on Armed
Services shall have an additional 5 calendar days after the Senate reconvenes
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If, upon the expiration of the period of
sequential referral described in paragraphs (1) and (2), the committee to which
the nomination was sequentially referred has not reported the nomination, the
nomination shall be automatically discharged from that committee and placed on
the Executive
Calendar.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 470 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein submitted the following resolution; which was ordered placed on the calendar July 7, 2014 Considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Amending Senate Resolution 400 (94th Congress) to clarify the responsibility of committees of the Senate in the provision of the advice and consent of the Senate to nominations to positions in the intelligence community.
1. Responsibility of committees in advice and consent of Senate to intelligence appointments Section 17 of Senate Resolution 400 agreed to May 19, 1976 (94th Congress) is amended to read as follows: 17. (a) (1) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), the Select Committee shall have jurisdiction to review, hold hearings, and report the nominations of civilian individuals for positions in the intelligence community for which appointments are made by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (2) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), other committees with jurisdiction over the department or agency of the Executive Branch which contain a position referred to in paragraph (1) may hold hearings and interviews with individuals nominated for such position, but only the Select Committee shall report such nomination. (3) In this subsection, the term intelligence community means an element of the intelligence community specified in or designated under section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3003(4) ). (b) (1) With respect to the confirmation of the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, or any successor position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position shall be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and, if and when reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 20 calendar days, except that in cases when the 20-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (2) If, upon the expiration of the period described in paragraph (1), the Select Committee has not reported the nomination, such nomination shall be automatically discharged from the Select Committee and placed on the Executive Calendar. (c) (1) With respect to the confirmation of appointment to the position of Director of the National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General of the National Reconnaissance Office, or any successor position to such a position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of the nomination is a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be referred to the Committee on Armed Services and, if and when reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (2) With respect to the confirmation of appointment to the position of Director of the National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General or the National Reconnaissance Office, or any successor position to such a position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of the nomination is not a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be referred to the Select Committee and, if and when reported, to the Committee on Armed Services for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Committee on Armed Services shall have an additional 5 calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (3) If, upon the expiration of the period of sequential referral described in paragraphs (1) and (2), the committee to which the nomination was sequentially referred has not reported the nomination, the nomination shall be automatically discharged from that committee and placed on the Executive Calendar. . |
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Responsibility
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With respect to the confirmation of the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, or any
successor position, the nomination of any individual by the President to
serve in such position shall be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
and, if and when
reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 20 calendar days, except
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Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate
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If, upon the expiration of the period described in paragraph (1), the Select Committee has not
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With respect to the confirmation of
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any successor position to such a position, the
nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at
the time of the nomination is a member of the Armed Forces on active duty,
shall be referred to the Committee on Armed Services and, if and when
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any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of
the nomination is not a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be
referred to the Select Committee and, if and when reported, to the Committee on
Armed Services for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when
the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Committee on Armed
Services shall have an additional 5 calendar days after the Senate reconvenes
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the nomination was sequentially referred has not reported the nomination, the
nomination shall be automatically discharged from that committee and placed on
the Executive
Calendar.
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.
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June 11, 2014
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| III Calendar No. 429 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 470 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2014 Mrs. Feinstein submitted the following resolution; which was ordered placed on the calendar RESOLUTION Amending Senate Resolution 400 (94th Congress) to clarify the responsibility of committees of the Senate in the provision of the advice and consent of the Senate to nominations to positions in the intelligence community.
1. Responsibility of committees in advice and consent of Senate to intelligence appointments Section 17 of Senate Resolution 400 agreed to May 19, 1976 (94th Congress) is amended to read as follows: 17. (a) (1) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), the Select Committee shall have jurisdiction to review, hold hearings, and report the nominations of civilian individuals for positions in the intelligence community for which appointments are made by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (2) Except as provided in subsections (b) and (c), other committees with jurisdiction over the department or agency of the Executive Branch which contain a position referred to in paragraph (1) may hold hearings and interviews with individuals nominated for such position, but only the Select Committee shall report such nomination. (3) In this subsection, the term intelligence community means an element of the intelligence community specified in or designated under section 3(4) of the National Security Act of 1947 ( 50 U.S.C. 3003(4) ). (b) (1) With respect to the confirmation of the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, or any successor position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position shall be referred to the Committee on the Judiciary and, if and when reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 20 calendar days, except that in cases when the 20-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (2) If, upon the expiration of the period described in paragraph (1), the Select Committee has not reported the nomination, such nomination shall be automatically discharged from the Select Committee and placed on the Executive Calendar. (c) (1) With respect to the confirmation of appointment to the position of Director of the National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General of the National Reconnaissance Office, or any successor position to such a position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of the nomination is a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be referred to the Committee on Armed Services and, if and when reported, to the Select Committee for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Select Committee shall have 5 additional calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (2) With respect to the confirmation of appointment to the position of Director of the National Security Agency, Inspector General of the National Security Agency, Director of the National Reconnaissance Office, or Inspector General or the National Reconnaissance Office, or any successor position to such a position, the nomination of any individual by the President to serve in such position, who at the time of the nomination is not a member of the Armed Forces on active duty, shall be referred to the Select Committee and, if and when reported, to the Committee on Armed Services for not to exceed 30 calendar days, except that in cases when the 30-day period expires while the Senate is in recess, the Committee on Armed Services shall have an additional 5 calendar days after the Senate reconvenes to report the nomination. (3) If, upon the expiration of the period of sequential referral described in paragraphs (1) and (2), the committee to which the nomination was sequentially referred has not reported the nomination, the nomination shall be automatically discharged from that committee and placed on the Executive Calendar. .
June 11, 2014 Ordered placed on the calendar |
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III
</distribution-code>
<congress display="yes">
113th CONGRESS
</congress>
<session display="yes">
2d Session
</session>
<legis-num>
S. RES. 471
</legis-num>
<current-chamber>
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
</current-chamber>
<action display="yes">
<action-date date="20140611">
June 11, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
<sponsor name-id="S252">
Ms. Collins
</sponsor>
(for herself,
<cosponsor name-id="S363">
Mr. King
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S287">
Mr. Cornyn
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S198">
Mr. Reid
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S174">
Mr. McConnell
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S057">
Mr. Leahy
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S349">
Mr. Portman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S342">
Mr. Blunt
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S350">
Mr. Rubio
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S340">
Ms. Ayotte
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S118">
Mr. Hatch
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S290">
Mr. Chambliss
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S303">
Mr. Thune
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S324">
Mrs. Shaheen
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S305">
Mr. Isakson
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S351">
Mr. Toomey
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S172">
Mr. Harkin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S343">
Mr. Boozman
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S352">
Mr. Heller
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S318">
Mr. Wicker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S212">
Mr. Coats
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S310">
Mr. Corker
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S301">
Mr. Coburn
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S344">
Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S254">
Mr. Enzi
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S153">
Mr. Grassley
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S317">
Mr. Barrasso
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S266">
Mr. Crapo
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S323">
Mr. Risch
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S300">
Mr. Burr
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S346">
Mr. Lee
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S355">
Mr. Cruz
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S260">
Mr. Roberts
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S358">
Mr. Flake
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S299">
Mr. Vitter
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S321">
Mr. Johanns
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S332">
Mr. Franken
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S348">
Mr. Paul
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S229">
Mrs. Murray
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S365">
Mr. Scott
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S184">
Mr. Shelby
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S339">
Mr. Kirk
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
</action-desc>
</action>
<legis-type>
RESOLUTION
</legis-type>
<official-title display="yes">
Honoring former President George H.W. Bush on the occasion of his 90
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
<superscript/>
birthday and Barbara Bush on the occasion of her 89
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
birthday and extending the best wishes of the Senate to former President Bush and Mrs. Bush.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George Herbert Walker Bush was born in Milton, Massachusetts, on June 12, 1924;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on his 18
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
birthday, George H.W. Bush enlisted in the Armed Forces of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush was the youngest pilot in the United States Navy when he received his
wings;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush flew 58 combat missions during World War II, including a mission over the
Pacific as a torpedo bomber pilot during which he was shot down by
Japanese antiaircraft fire and later rescued from the water by a United
States submarine, the U.S.S. Finback;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and three Air Medals for his
service during World War II;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush was honorably released from active duty in 1945, achieving the rank
of Lieutenant;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in January 1945, George H.W. Bush married Barbara Pierce;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush graduated from Yale University, where he was captain of the baseball team
and excelled in academics;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1966, George H.W. Bush was elected to the House of Representatives, where he served with
integrity for two terms;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1970, President Richard Nixon appointed George H.W. Bush to be the United States
Ambassador to the United Nations, a post he held for two years after
confirmation by the Senate;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1974, President Gerald R. Ford appointed George H.W. Bush as chief of the United States
Liaison Office in the People’s Republic of China, where his efforts helped
foster the development of positive relations between the United States and
the People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas from January 1976 to January 1977, George H.W. Bush served as the Director of Central
Intelligence, and the Central Intelligence Agency headquarters was later
designated the
George Bush Center for Intelligence in his honor;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas from 1981 to 1989, George H.W. Bush served as the 43
<superscript>
rd
</superscript>
Vice President of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush was elected the 41
<superscript>
st
</superscript>
President of the United States in 1988;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush directed the negotiation of and signed the Treaty on the
Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed at Moscow
July 31, 1991 and entered into force December 5, 1994 (the Strategic Arms
Reduction Treaty of 1991 (START I)), which required the United States and
the Soviet Union to reduce their nuclear arsenals by
<fraction>
1/3
</fraction>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during his Presidency, George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act
of 1990 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/42/12101">
42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.
</external-xref>
) and
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/101/549">
Public Law 101–549
</external-xref>
(commonly known
as the
<quote>
Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990
</quote>
) (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/42/7401">
42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.
</external-xref>
);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since leaving office, George H.W. Bush has been an international ambassador of United
States goodwill and a strong supporter of the George Bush School of
Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University, which was named for the former President in 1997;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas George H.W. Bush was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 8, 2014, former First Lady Barbara Bush, George H.W. Bush's wife of 69 years, who
has dedicated herself to promoting family literacy and improving
the lives of the people of the United States through learning,
celebrated her 89
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
birthday; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 12, 2014, George H.W. Bush celebrates his 90
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
birthday: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="idDD3BD3B7575A43138900D0EF85E8BC80">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
honors former President George H.W. Bush on the occasion of his 90
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
birthday; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id4E745AE0F2324023871CE3801D1919E6">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
extends the congratulations and best wishes of the Senate to former President Bush and Barbara
Bush.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 471 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2014 Ms. Collins (for herself, Mr. King , Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Reid , Mr. McConnell , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Portman , Mr. Blunt , Mr. Rubio , Ms. Ayotte , Mr. Hatch , Mr. Chambliss , Mr. Thune , Mrs. Shaheen , Mr. Isakson , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Heller , Mr. Wicker , Mrs. Fischer , Mr. Alexander , Mr. Sessions , Mr. Coats , Mr. Corker , Mr. Coburn , Mr. Hoeven , Mr. Enzi , Mr. Grassley , Mr. Barrasso , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Crapo , Mr. Risch , Mr. Burr , Mr. Lee , Mr. Cruz , Mr. Roberts , Mr. Flake , Mr. Vitter , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Franken , Mr. McCain , Mr. Paul , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Scott , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Shelby , Mr. Durbin , and Mr. Kirk ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring former President George H.W. Bush on the occasion of his 90 th birthday and Barbara Bush on the occasion of her 89 th birthday and extending the best wishes of the Senate to former President Bush and Mrs. Bush.
Whereas George Herbert Walker Bush was born in Milton, Massachusetts, on June 12, 1924; Whereas on his 18 th birthday, George H.W. Bush enlisted in the Armed Forces of the United States; Whereas George H.W. Bush was the youngest pilot in the United States Navy when he received his wings; Whereas George H.W. Bush flew 58 combat missions during World War II, including a mission over the Pacific as a torpedo bomber pilot during which he was shot down by Japanese antiaircraft fire and later rescued from the water by a United States submarine, the U.S.S. Finback; Whereas George H.W. Bush was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and three Air Medals for his service during World War II; Whereas George H.W. Bush was honorably released from active duty in 1945, achieving the rank of Lieutenant; Whereas in January 1945, George H.W. Bush married Barbara Pierce; Whereas George H.W. Bush graduated from Yale University, where he was captain of the baseball team and excelled in academics; Whereas in 1966, George H.W. Bush was elected to the House of Representatives, where he served with integrity for two terms; Whereas in 1970, President Richard Nixon appointed George H.W. Bush to be the United States Ambassador to the United Nations, a post he held for two years after confirmation by the Senate; Whereas in 1974, President Gerald R. Ford appointed George H.W. Bush as chief of the United States Liaison Office in the People’s Republic of China, where his efforts helped foster the development of positive relations between the United States and the People’s Republic of China; Whereas from January 1976 to January 1977, George H.W. Bush served as the Director of Central Intelligence, and the Central Intelligence Agency headquarters was later designated the George Bush Center for Intelligence in his honor; Whereas from 1981 to 1989, George H.W. Bush served as the 43 rd Vice President of the United States; Whereas George H.W. Bush was elected the 41 st President of the United States in 1988; Whereas George H.W. Bush directed the negotiation of and signed the Treaty on the Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Offensive Arms, signed at Moscow July 31, 1991 and entered into force December 5, 1994 (the Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty of 1991 (START I)), which required the United States and the Soviet Union to reduce their nuclear arsenals by 1/3 ; Whereas during his Presidency, George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq. ) and Public Law 101–549 (commonly known as the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 ) ( 42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq. ); Whereas since leaving office, George H.W. Bush has been an international ambassador of United States goodwill and a strong supporter of the George Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University, which was named for the former President in 1997; Whereas George H.W. Bush was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2011; Whereas, on June 8, 2014, former First Lady Barbara Bush, George H.W. Bush's wife of 69 years, who has dedicated herself to promoting family literacy and improving the lives of the people of the United States through learning, celebrated her 89 th birthday; and Whereas, on June 12, 2014, George H.W. Bush celebrates his 90 th birthday: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) honors former President George H.W. Bush on the occasion of his 90 th birthday; and (2) extends the congratulations and best wishes of the Senate to former President Bush and Barbara Bush. |
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113 SRES 472 ATS: Honoring Dr. James Schlesinger, former Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Energy, and Director of Central Intelligence.
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III
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<congress display="yes">
113th CONGRESS
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<session display="yes">
2d Session
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<legis-num>
S. RES. 472
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<current-chamber>
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 11, 2014
</action-date>
<action-desc>
<sponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
</sponsor>
(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S325">
Mr. Udall of Colorado
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S236">
Mr. Inhofe
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S259">
Mr. Reed
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S197">
Mr. McCain
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S357">
Mrs. Fischer
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S057">
Mr. Leahy
</cosponsor>
) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
</action-desc>
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RESOLUTION
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<official-title display="yes">
Honoring Dr. James Schlesinger, former Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Energy, and Director of
Central Intelligence.
</official-title>
</form>
<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Honorable Dr. James Rodney Schlesinger was born in New York City, New York, on
February 15, 1929, and died in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 27, 2014, at
the age of 85;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger married Rachel Line Mellinger in 1954 and remained her devoted husband
until her death in 1995;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger is survived by his 8 children, Cora Schlesinger, Charles Schlesinger, Ann
Schlesinger, William Schlesinger, Emily Schlesinger, Thomas Schlesinger,
Clara Schlesinger, and James Schlesinger, Jr., and 11 grandchildren;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1950, Dr. Schlesinger graduated summa cum laude from Harvard University, where he was
elected Phi Beta Kappa and awarded the Frederick Sheldon Travel
Fellowship;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger subsequently earned master's and doctoral degrees in economics from Harvard
University;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a generous patron of the arts, and was instrumental in establishing the
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria,
Virginia;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a generous sponsor of higher education, serving on the International
Council at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs of
Harvard University, endowing the Julius Schlesinger Professorship of
Operations Management at New York University Stern School of Business and
the James R. Schlesinger Distinguished Professorship at the Miller Center
of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia, and sponsoring an ongoing
music scholarship at Harvard College in honor of his beloved wife;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a distinguished statesman-scholar of great integrity, intellect, and
insight who dedicated his life to protecting the security and liberty of
the United States and the people of the United States throughout a
highly-decorated and distinguished career that spanned 7 decades;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger's intellectual contributions to the fields of economics and national
security include serving as professor of economics at the University of
Virginia from 1955 until 1963, serving at the RAND Corporation from 1963
until 1969, including a term as the director of strategic studies, and
authoring numerous important scholarly publications, such as The Political
Economy of National Security: A Study of the Economic Aspect of the
Contemporary Power Struggle (1960), Defense Planning and Budgeting: The
Issue of Centralized Control (1968), American Security and Energy Policy
(1980), America at Century’s End (1989), and, most recently, Minimum
Deterrence: Examining the Evidence (2013);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger's service in the Federal Government began in 1969, when he took a lead role
on defense matters as the assistant director and acting deputy director of
the United States Bureau of the Budget;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger served as a member and chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) from
1971 until 1973, working tirelessly to implement extensive organizational
and management changes to strengthen the regulatory performance of the
Commission;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, as Director of Central Intelligence in 1973, Dr. Schlesinger focused on the agency’s
adherence to its legislative charter;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was confirmed as the Secretary of Defense in 1973 at age 44, a position he
held until 1975;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, during his tenure as Secretary of Defense, Dr. Schlesinger contributed to the national
security of the United States by authoring the
<quote>
Schlesinger Doctrine
</quote>
, which instituted important reforms strengthening the flexibility and credibility of the United
States nuclear deterrent to prevent war, reassure the allies of the United
States, and protect the liberties of all people of the United States, and
by taking action, including overseeing the successful development of the
A-10 close-air support aircraft and the F-16 fighter aircraft, to ensure
that the United States maintained
<quote>
essential equivalence
</quote>
with the Soviet Union’s conventional military forces and surging nuclear capabilities;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was highly regarded by the uniformed services, and led the Department of
Defense with great skill and prescience through numerous challenges,
including the 1973 Yom Kippur War, in which he was key to the United
States airlift that, according to Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir,
<quote>
meant life for our people
</quote>
, the 1974 Cyprus Crisis, the closing phase of the Indochina conflict, and the 1975
<italic>
Mayaguez
</italic>
incident, in which his actions helped save the lives of United States citizens held by the Khmer
Rouge, the withdrawal of the United States Armed Forces from Vietnam, and
cuts to the budget of the Department of Defense;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in light of his realistic views of the power and intentions of the Soviet Union, Dr.
Schlesinger was invited to China as a private citizen in 1975 at the
personal request of Mao Zedong, Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party,
and upon Mao’s death, was the only foreigner invited by the Chinese
leadership to lay a wreath at Mao’s bier;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1976, during a difficult period of oil embargoes and fuel shortages, President-elect
Jimmy Carter invited Dr. Schlesinger to serve as his special advisor on
energy to establish a national energy policy and create the charter for
the Department of Energy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas President Carter appointed Dr. Schlesinger as the first Secretary of Energy in 1977, and in
this role Dr. Schlesinger successfully initiated new conservation
standards, the gradual deregulation of oil and natural gas industries, and
the unification of United States policies with respect to energy and
national security;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas following his return to private life in 1979, Dr. Schlesinger continued to work tirelessly
in a wide array of public service and civic positions, including as a
member of President Ronald Reagan’s Commission on Strategic Forces, a
member of Virginia Governor Charles Robb’s Commission on Virginia’s
Future, chairman of the board of trustees for the Mitre Corporation, a
member of the Defense Policy Board and co-chair of studies for the Defense
Science Board, chairman of the National Space-Based Positioning,
Navigation and Timing (PNT) Board, a director of the Sandia National
Corporation, a trustee of the Atlantic Council, a trustee of the Nixon
Center, a trustee of the Henry M. Jackson Foundation, and an original
member of the Secretary of State’s International Security Advisory Board;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in the recent past, Dr. Schlesinger was appointed by President George W. Bush to the
Homeland Security Advisory Board, invited by Secretary of Defense Robert
Gates to lead the Schlesinger Task Force to recommend measures to ensure
the highest levels of competence and control of the nuclear forces of the
United States, and invited by Congress to serve as the Vice Chairman of
the Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United
States, which produced the 2009 study
<quote>
America’s Strategic Posture
</quote>
that served as the blueprint for the 2010 Nuclear Posture Review of the Department of Defense;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in addition to Dr. Schlesinger’s earned doctorate from Harvard University, he was awarded
13 honorary doctorates, and was the recipient of numerous prestigious
medals and awards, including the National Security Medal (presented by
President Carter), the Defense Science Board’s Eugene G. Fubini Award, the
United States Army Association’s George Catlett Marshall Medal, the Air
Force Association’s H. H. Arnold Award, the Navy League’s National
Meritorious Citation, the Society of Experimental Test Pilots’ James H.
Doolittle Award, the Military Order of World Wars’ Distinguished Service
Medal, the Air Force Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and the
Henry M. Jackson Foundation’s Henry M. Jackson Award for Distinguished
Public Service; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Schlesinger’s monumental contributions to the security and liberty of the United States
and Western civilization, and to the betterment of his local community,
should serve as an example to all people of the United States: Now,
therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="idB2DD8FE134124F0A9D6B550353ECCC9A">
<enum>
(1)
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has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Dr.
James R. Schlesinger, former Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Energy,
and Director of Central Intelligence;
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honors the legacy of Dr. Schlesinger’s commitment to the liberty and security of the United States
and Western civilization, the betterment of his local community, and his
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recognizes with great appreciation that, while serving as a public servant under President Nixon,
President Ford, and President Carter, Dr. Schlesinger contributed
significantly, thoughtfully, and directly to the betterment of the
policies and practices of the United States in the areas of national
defense, energy, and intelligence;
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recognizes with great appreciation that, after returning to private life, Dr. Schlesinger continued
to serve the United States selflessly through bipartisan contributions to
the reasoned public discourse of issues and his leadership on high-level
studies sponsored by the Executive, the Department of Defense, the
Department of State, and the Congress;
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recognizes with great appreciation Dr. Schlesinger’s exemplary life, which was guided by his
commitment to the continuing security and liberty of the United States,
and by his honor, duty, and devotion to country, family, scholarship, and
personal moral integrity;
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expresses profound respect and admiration for Dr. Schlesinger and his extraordinary legacy of
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personnel, and all those who help safeguard the Nation; and
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of the Honorable Dr. James R. Schlesinger.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 472 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 11, 2014 Mr. Sessions (for himself, Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Inhofe , Mr. Reed , Mr. McCain , Mrs. Fischer , and Mr. Leahy ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Honoring Dr. James Schlesinger, former Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Energy, and Director of Central Intelligence.
Whereas the Honorable Dr. James Rodney Schlesinger was born in New York City, New York, on February 15, 1929, and died in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 27, 2014, at the age of 85; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger married Rachel Line Mellinger in 1954 and remained her devoted husband until her death in 1995; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger is survived by his 8 children, Cora Schlesinger, Charles Schlesinger, Ann Schlesinger, William Schlesinger, Emily Schlesinger, Thomas Schlesinger, Clara Schlesinger, and James Schlesinger, Jr., and 11 grandchildren; Whereas, in 1950, Dr. Schlesinger graduated summa cum laude from Harvard University, where he was elected Phi Beta Kappa and awarded the Frederick Sheldon Travel Fellowship; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger subsequently earned master's and doctoral degrees in economics from Harvard University; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a generous patron of the arts, and was instrumental in establishing the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center in Alexandria, Virginia; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a generous sponsor of higher education, serving on the International Council at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs of Harvard University, endowing the Julius Schlesinger Professorship of Operations Management at New York University Stern School of Business and the James R. Schlesinger Distinguished Professorship at the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia, and sponsoring an ongoing music scholarship at Harvard College in honor of his beloved wife; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was a distinguished statesman-scholar of great integrity, intellect, and insight who dedicated his life to protecting the security and liberty of the United States and the people of the United States throughout a highly-decorated and distinguished career that spanned 7 decades; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger's intellectual contributions to the fields of economics and national security include serving as professor of economics at the University of Virginia from 1955 until 1963, serving at the RAND Corporation from 1963 until 1969, including a term as the director of strategic studies, and authoring numerous important scholarly publications, such as The Political Economy of National Security: A Study of the Economic Aspect of the Contemporary Power Struggle (1960), Defense Planning and Budgeting: The Issue of Centralized Control (1968), American Security and Energy Policy (1980), America at Century’s End (1989), and, most recently, Minimum Deterrence: Examining the Evidence (2013); Whereas Dr. Schlesinger's service in the Federal Government began in 1969, when he took a lead role on defense matters as the assistant director and acting deputy director of the United States Bureau of the Budget; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger served as a member and chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC) from 1971 until 1973, working tirelessly to implement extensive organizational and management changes to strengthen the regulatory performance of the Commission; Whereas, as Director of Central Intelligence in 1973, Dr. Schlesinger focused on the agency’s adherence to its legislative charter; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was confirmed as the Secretary of Defense in 1973 at age 44, a position he held until 1975; Whereas, during his tenure as Secretary of Defense, Dr. Schlesinger contributed to the national security of the United States by authoring the Schlesinger Doctrine , which instituted important reforms strengthening the flexibility and credibility of the United States nuclear deterrent to prevent war, reassure the allies of the United States, and protect the liberties of all people of the United States, and by taking action, including overseeing the successful development of the A-10 close-air support aircraft and the F-16 fighter aircraft, to ensure that the United States maintained essential equivalence with the Soviet Union’s conventional military forces and surging nuclear capabilities; Whereas Dr. Schlesinger was highly regarded by the uniformed services, and led the Department of Defense with great skill and prescience through numerous challenges, including the 1973 Yom Kippur War, in which he was key to the United States airlift that, according to Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir, meant life for our people , the 1974 Cyprus Crisis, the closing phase of the Indochina conflict, and the 1975 Mayaguez incident, in which his actions helped save the lives of United States citizens held by the Khmer Rouge, the withdrawal of the United States Armed Forces from Vietnam, and cuts to the budget of the Department of Defense; Whereas, in light of his realistic views of the power and intentions of the Soviet Union, Dr. Schlesinger was invited to China as a private citizen in 1975 at the personal request of Mao Zedong, Chairman of the Chinese Communist Party, and upon Mao’s death, was the only foreigner invited by the Chinese leadership to lay a wreath at Mao’s bier; Whereas, in 1976, during a difficult period of oil embargoes and fuel shortages, President-elect Jimmy Carter invited Dr. Schlesinger to serve as his special advisor on energy to establish a national energy policy and create the charter for the Department of Energy; Whereas President Carter appointed Dr. Schlesinger as the first Secretary of Energy in 1977, and in this role Dr. Schlesinger successfully initiated new conservation standards, the gradual deregulation of oil and natural gas industries, and the unification of United States policies with respect to energy and national security; Whereas following his return to private life in 1979, Dr. Schlesinger continued to work tirelessly in a wide array of public service and civic positions, including as a member of President Ronald Reagan’s Commission on Strategic Forces, a member of Virginia Governor Charles Robb’s Commission on Virginia’s Future, chairman of the board of trustees for the Mitre Corporation, a member of the Defense Policy Board and co-chair of studies for the Defense Science Board, chairman of the National Space-Based Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) Board, a director of the Sandia National Corporation, a trustee of the Atlantic Council, a trustee of the Nixon Center, a trustee of the Henry M. Jackson Foundation, and an original member of the Secretary of State’s International Security Advisory Board; Whereas, in the recent past, Dr. Schlesinger was appointed by President George W. Bush to the Homeland Security Advisory Board, invited by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates to lead the Schlesinger Task Force to recommend measures to ensure the highest levels of competence and control of the nuclear forces of the United States, and invited by Congress to serve as the Vice Chairman of the Congressional Commission on the Strategic Posture of the United States, which produced the 2009 study America’s Strategic Posture that served as the blueprint for the 2010 Nuclear Posture Review of the Department of Defense; Whereas in addition to Dr. Schlesinger’s earned doctorate from Harvard University, he was awarded 13 honorary doctorates, and was the recipient of numerous prestigious medals and awards, including the National Security Medal (presented by President Carter), the Defense Science Board’s Eugene G. Fubini Award, the United States Army Association’s George Catlett Marshall Medal, the Air Force Association’s H. H. Arnold Award, the Navy League’s National Meritorious Citation, the Society of Experimental Test Pilots’ James H. Doolittle Award, the Military Order of World Wars’ Distinguished Service Medal, the Air Force Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Henry M. Jackson Foundation’s Henry M. Jackson Award for Distinguished Public Service; and Whereas Dr. Schlesinger’s monumental contributions to the security and liberty of the United States and Western civilization, and to the betterment of his local community, should serve as an example to all people of the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) has heard with profound sorrow and deep regret the announcement of the death of the Honorable Dr. James R. Schlesinger, former Secretary of Defense, Secretary of Energy, and Director of Central Intelligence; (2) honors the legacy of Dr. Schlesinger’s commitment to the liberty and security of the United States and Western civilization, the betterment of his local community, and his loving family; (3) extends its deepest condolences and sympathy to the family, friends, and colleagues of Dr. Schlesinger who have lost a beloved father, grandfather, and leader; (4) honors Dr. Schlesinger’s wisdom, discernment, scholarship, and dedication to public service that greatly benefited his community, country, and Western civilization; (5) recognizes with great appreciation that, while serving as a public servant under President Nixon, President Ford, and President Carter, Dr. Schlesinger contributed significantly, thoughtfully, and directly to the betterment of the policies and practices of the United States in the areas of national defense, energy, and intelligence; (6) recognizes with great appreciation that, after returning to private life, Dr. Schlesinger continued to serve the United States selflessly through bipartisan contributions to the reasoned public discourse of issues and his leadership on high-level studies sponsored by the Executive, the Department of Defense, the Department of State, and the Congress; (7) recognizes with great appreciation Dr. Schlesinger’s exemplary life, which was guided by his commitment to the continuing security and liberty of the United States, and by his honor, duty, and devotion to country, family, scholarship, and personal moral integrity; (8) expresses profound respect and admiration for Dr. Schlesinger and his extraordinary legacy of commitment to the people of the United States, United States military personnel, and all those who help safeguard the Nation; and (9) directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to the family of the Honorable Dr. James R. Schlesinger. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 12, 2014
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Mr. Crapo
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Celebrating the 20
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Whereas, despite advances in medical technology and research, men continue to live an average of 5
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expectancy;
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Whereas 9 of the 10 leading causes of death, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention, affect men at a higher percentage than women;
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Whereas, between ages 45 and 54, men are more than 1½ times more likely than women to die of heart
attacks;
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Whereas men die of heart disease at 1½ times the rate of women;
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Whereas men die of cancer at almost 1½ times the rate of women;
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Whereas testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in men between ages 15 and 34, and,
when detected early, has a 96 percent survival rate;
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Whereas the number of cases of colon cancer among men will be over 48,000 in 2014, and more than
half of those men will die from the disease;
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Whereas the likelihood that a man will develop prostate cancer is 1 in 6;
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Whereas the number of men who develop prostate cancer in 2014 is expected to reach more than
230,000, and an estimated 29,480 of those men will die from the disease;
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Whereas African-American men in the United States have the highest incidence of prostate cancer;
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Whereas significant numbers of health problems that affect men, such as prostate cancer, testicular
cancer, colon cancer, and infertility, could be detected and treated if
awareness among men of those problems was more pervasive;
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Whereas more than half of the elderly widows now living in poverty were not poor before the death
of their husbands;
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Whereas educating both the public and health care providers about the importance of early detection
of male health problems will result in reducing rates of mortality for
those diseases;
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Whereas appropriate use of tests such as prostate specific antigen exams, blood pressure screens,
and cholesterol screens, in conjunction with clinical examination and
self-testing for problems such as testicular cancer, can result in the
detection of many of those problems in their early stages and increase the
survival rates to nearly 100 percent;
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Whereas women are 2 times more likely than men to visit their doctors for annual examinations and
preventive services;
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Whereas men are less likely than women to visit their health centers or physicians for regular
screening examinations of male-related problems for a variety of reasons;
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Whereas Congress established National Men’s Health Week in 1994 and urged men and their families to
engage in appropriate health behaviors, and the resulting increased
awareness has improved health-related education and helped prevent
illness;
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Whereas the Governors of all 50 States have issued proclamations declaring Men’s Health Week in
their respective States, as have Mayors of over 40 cities;
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Whereas, since 1994, National Men’s Health Week has been celebrated each June by dozens of States,
cities, localities, public health departments, health care entities,
churches, and community organizations throughout the United States that
promote health awareness events focused on men and family;
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Whereas the National Men’s Health Week Internet website has been established at
www.menshealthweek.org and features Governors’ proclamations, Mayoral
proclamations, and National Men’s Health Week events;
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Whereas men who are educated about the value that preventive health can play in prolonging their
lifespans and their roles as productive family members will be more likely
to participate in health screenings;
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Whereas men and their families are encouraged to increase their awareness of the importance of a
healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, and medical checkups;
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Whereas June 9 through 15, 2014, is National Men’s Health Week; and
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Whereas the purpose of National Men's Health Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable
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among men and boys: Now, therefore, be
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celebrates the 20
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 473 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 12, 2014 Mr. Crapo submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Celebrating the 20 th Anniversary of National Men’s Health Week.
Whereas, despite advances in medical technology and research, men continue to live an average of 5 years less than women, and African-American men have the lowest life expectancy; Whereas 9 of the 10 leading causes of death, as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, affect men at a higher percentage than women; Whereas, between ages 45 and 54, men are more than 1½ times more likely than women to die of heart attacks; Whereas men die of heart disease at 1½ times the rate of women; Whereas men die of cancer at almost 1½ times the rate of women; Whereas testicular cancer is one of the most common cancers in men between ages 15 and 34, and, when detected early, has a 96 percent survival rate; Whereas the number of cases of colon cancer among men will be over 48,000 in 2014, and more than half of those men will die from the disease; Whereas the likelihood that a man will develop prostate cancer is 1 in 6; Whereas the number of men who develop prostate cancer in 2014 is expected to reach more than 230,000, and an estimated 29,480 of those men will die from the disease; Whereas African-American men in the United States have the highest incidence of prostate cancer; Whereas significant numbers of health problems that affect men, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, colon cancer, and infertility, could be detected and treated if awareness among men of those problems was more pervasive; Whereas more than half of the elderly widows now living in poverty were not poor before the death of their husbands; Whereas educating both the public and health care providers about the importance of early detection of male health problems will result in reducing rates of mortality for those diseases; Whereas appropriate use of tests such as prostate specific antigen exams, blood pressure screens, and cholesterol screens, in conjunction with clinical examination and self-testing for problems such as testicular cancer, can result in the detection of many of those problems in their early stages and increase the survival rates to nearly 100 percent; Whereas women are 2 times more likely than men to visit their doctors for annual examinations and preventive services; Whereas men are less likely than women to visit their health centers or physicians for regular screening examinations of male-related problems for a variety of reasons; Whereas Congress established National Men’s Health Week in 1994 and urged men and their families to engage in appropriate health behaviors, and the resulting increased awareness has improved health-related education and helped prevent illness; Whereas the Governors of all 50 States have issued proclamations declaring Men’s Health Week in their respective States, as have Mayors of over 40 cities; Whereas, since 1994, National Men’s Health Week has been celebrated each June by dozens of States, cities, localities, public health departments, health care entities, churches, and community organizations throughout the United States that promote health awareness events focused on men and family; Whereas the National Men’s Health Week Internet website has been established at www.menshealthweek.org and features Governors’ proclamations, Mayoral proclamations, and National Men’s Health Week events; Whereas men who are educated about the value that preventive health can play in prolonging their lifespans and their roles as productive family members will be more likely to participate in health screenings; Whereas men and their families are encouraged to increase their awareness of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, regular exercise, and medical checkups; Whereas June 9 through 15, 2014, is National Men’s Health Week; and Whereas the purpose of National Men's Health Week is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) celebrates the 20 th anniversary of National Men's Health Week; (2) supports the annual National Men's Health Week; and (3) calls upon the people of the United States and interested groups to observe National Men's Health Week with appropriate ceremonies and activities. |
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Mr. Cardin
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Mr. Whitehouse
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Ms. Landrieu
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Mrs. Hagan
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Ms. Warren
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Mr. Scott
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Mr. Begich
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Mr. Booker
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Mr. Bennet
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Mr. Schumer
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Mr. Heinrich
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S307">
Mr. Brown
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S288">
Ms. Murkowski
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S346">
Mr. Lee
</cosponsor>
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<official-title display="yes">
Designating June 19, 2014, as
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
in recognition of June 19, 1865, the day on which slavery legally came to an end in the United
States.
</official-title>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in
particular the State of Texas and other Southwestern States, until months
after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2½ years after President
Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived in
Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the
enslaved were free;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas African-Americans who had been slaves in the Southwest celebrated June 19, commonly known
as
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
, as inspiration and encouragement for future generations;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas African-Americans from the Southwest, for nearly 150 years, have continued the tradition of
observing
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 43 States, the District of Columbia, and other countries, have designated
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
as a special day of observance in recognition of the emancipation of all slaves in the United
States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
celebrations have been held to honor African-American freedom while encouraging self-development
and respect for all cultures;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and their descendants
remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of
background, religion, or race;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas slavery was not officially abolished until the ratification of the 13
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
Amendment to the United States Constitution in January 1865;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Frederick Douglass, born in the State of Maryland in 1818, escaped from slavery and became
a leading writer, orator, publisher, and one of the United States’ most
influential advocates for abolitionism and the equality of all people;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Frederick Douglass was recognized for his accomplishments with a statue that was unveiled
during a ceremony on June 19, 2013, in Emancipation Hall of the United
States Capitol;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas 2014 marks the 50
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/42/2000a">
42 U.S.C. 2000a et seq.
</external-xref>
), signed into
law on July 2, 1964, a milestone in providing equal protections for
African-Americans, including former slaves and their descendants; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and
freedom around the world:
Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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(1)
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designates June 19, 2014, as
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
;
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(2)
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recognizes the historical significance of
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Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
to the United States;
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supports the continued nationwide celebration of
<quote>
Juneteenth Independence Day
</quote>
to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to
better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and
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(4)
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recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is a part of the history and heritage of the
United States.
</text>
</paragraph>
</section>
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</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 474 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 12, 2014 Mr. Levin (for himself, Mr. Cornyn , Mr. Cardin , Mr. Whitehouse , Ms. Landrieu , Mrs. Hagan , Mr. Harkin , Mr. Durbin , Ms. Warren , Mr. Markey , Mr. Pryor , Mrs. Boxer , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Rubio , Mr. Toomey , Mr. Warner , Mr. Casey , Mr. Kaine , Mr. Franken , Mr. Nelson , Mr. Reid , Mrs. Gillibrand , Mr. Leahy , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Udall of Colorado , Mr. Paul , Mr. Coons , Mr. Cruz , Ms. Baldwin , Mr. Udall of New Mexico , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Wicker , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Scott , Mr. Portman , Mr. Begich , Ms. Mikulski , Mr. Booker , Mr. Bennet , Mr. Schumer , Mr. Heinrich , Mr. Brown , Ms. Murkowski , and Mr. Lee ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating June 19, 2014, as Juneteenth Independence Day in recognition of June 19, 1865, the day on which slavery legally came to an end in the United States.
Whereas news of the end of slavery did not reach the frontier areas of the United States, in particular the State of Texas and other Southwestern States, until months after the conclusion of the Civil War, more than 2½ years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation was issued on January 1, 1863; Whereas, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers, led by Major General Gordon Granger, arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that the Civil War had ended and that the enslaved were free; Whereas African-Americans who had been slaves in the Southwest celebrated June 19, commonly known as Juneteenth Independence Day , as inspiration and encouragement for future generations; Whereas African-Americans from the Southwest, for nearly 150 years, have continued the tradition of observing Juneteenth Independence Day ; Whereas 43 States, the District of Columbia, and other countries, have designated Juneteenth Independence Day as a special day of observance in recognition of the emancipation of all slaves in the United States; Whereas Juneteenth Independence Day celebrations have been held to honor African-American freedom while encouraging self-development and respect for all cultures; Whereas the faith and strength of character demonstrated by former slaves and their descendants remain an example for all people of the United States, regardless of background, religion, or race; Whereas slavery was not officially abolished until the ratification of the 13 th Amendment to the United States Constitution in January 1865; Whereas Frederick Douglass, born in the State of Maryland in 1818, escaped from slavery and became a leading writer, orator, publisher, and one of the United States’ most influential advocates for abolitionism and the equality of all people; Whereas Frederick Douglass was recognized for his accomplishments with a statue that was unveiled during a ceremony on June 19, 2013, in Emancipation Hall of the United States Capitol; Whereas 2014 marks the 50 th anniversary of the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ( 42 U.S.C. 2000a et seq. ), signed into law on July 2, 1964, a milestone in providing equal protections for African-Americans, including former slaves and their descendants; and Whereas, over the course of its history, the United States has grown into a symbol of democracy and freedom around the world: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates June 19, 2014, as Juneteenth Independence Day ; (2) recognizes the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day to the United States; (3) supports the continued nationwide celebration of Juneteenth Independence Day to provide an opportunity for the people of the United States to learn more about the past and to better understand the experiences that have shaped the United States; and (4) recognizes that the observance of the end of slavery is a part of the history and heritage of the United States. |
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 12, 2014
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Congratulating the Alaska Aces hockey team on winning the 2014 Kelly Cup as champions of the East
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Whereas on June 9, 2014, the Alaska Aces hockey team claimed the championship of the East Coast
Hockey League with a 4-0 series-clinching win over the Cincinnati
Cyclones, which resulted in the Alaska Aces winning the East Coast Hockey
League’s Kelly Cup trophy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the June 9 victory gave the Alaska Aces a 4-2 series win in the championship round and
resulted in a 16-5 win-loss record for the Alaska Aces in the 2014
playoffs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 2014 East Coast Hockey League championship is the 3
<superscript>
rd
</superscript>
championship for the Alaska Aces in the past 9 years, making the Alaska Aces only the 2
<superscript>
nd
</superscript>
East Coast Hockey League team to win more than 2 East Coast Hockey League championships;
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2014, the Alaska Aces set an East Coast Hockey League record by winning the team's 4
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
straight Brabham Cup, which honors the East Coast Hockey League’s best regular-season record and
guarantees home-ice
advantage throughout the entire postseason;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the East Coast Hockey League is a premier “AA” hockey league featuring 22 teams from around
the country playing a 72-game regular season schedule;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Alaska Aces are affiliated with the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League,
opening a pathway to allow promising players to advance to the top tier of
professional hockey in the United States and Canada; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the people of the State of Alaska are proud of the dedication, hard work, and gritty
determination of the
players, coaches, and management of the Alaska Aces: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
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congratulates the Alaska Aces hockey team for winning the 2014 Kelly Cup as champions of the East
Coast Hockey League;
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recognizes the players, coaches, students, staff, and fans whose dedication helped the Alaska Aces
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the East Coast Hockey League championship; and
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respectfully requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution
to—
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(A)
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the managing owner of the Alaska Aces, to be shared with the other team owners;
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(B)
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the head coach of the Alaska Aces; and
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(C)
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the assistant coach of the Alaska Aces.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 475 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 12, 2014 Mr. Begich (for himself and Ms. Murkowski ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the Alaska Aces hockey team on winning the 2014 Kelly Cup as champions of the East Coast Hockey League.
Whereas on June 9, 2014, the Alaska Aces hockey team claimed the championship of the East Coast Hockey League with a 4-0 series-clinching win over the Cincinnati Cyclones, which resulted in the Alaska Aces winning the East Coast Hockey League’s Kelly Cup trophy; Whereas the June 9 victory gave the Alaska Aces a 4-2 series win in the championship round and resulted in a 16-5 win-loss record for the Alaska Aces in the 2014 playoffs; Whereas the 2014 East Coast Hockey League championship is the 3 rd championship for the Alaska Aces in the past 9 years, making the Alaska Aces only the 2 nd East Coast Hockey League team to win more than 2 East Coast Hockey League championships; Whereas in 2014, the Alaska Aces set an East Coast Hockey League record by winning the team's 4 th straight Brabham Cup, which honors the East Coast Hockey League’s best regular-season record and guarantees home-ice advantage throughout the entire postseason; Whereas the East Coast Hockey League is a premier “AA” hockey league featuring 22 teams from around the country playing a 72-game regular season schedule; Whereas the Alaska Aces are affiliated with the Calgary Flames of the National Hockey League, opening a pathway to allow promising players to advance to the top tier of professional hockey in the United States and Canada; and Whereas the people of the State of Alaska are proud of the dedication, hard work, and gritty determination of the players, coaches, and management of the Alaska Aces: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the Alaska Aces hockey team for winning the 2014 Kelly Cup as champions of the East Coast Hockey League; (2) recognizes the players, coaches, students, staff, and fans whose dedication helped the Alaska Aces win the East Coast Hockey League championship; and (3) respectfully requests the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to— (A) the managing owner of the Alaska Aces, to be shared with the other team owners; (B) the head coach of the Alaska Aces; and (C) the assistant coach of the Alaska Aces. |
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113 SRES 476 ATS: Recognizing the 350th Anniversary of the founding of the State of New Jersey and honoring the valuable contributions of people of the Garden State.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 12, 2014
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Recognizing the 350
<superscript>
th
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Anniversary of the founding of the State of New Jersey and honoring the valuable contributions of
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Whereas, in 1664, the parcel of land between the Delaware and Hudson Rivers came under the control
of the English, who named the land New Jersey;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the State of New Jersey played an instrumental role in the success of the 13 original
colonies during the American Revolutionary War, serving as the location of
more military
engagements than any other colony during the American Revolutionary War,
including 2 pivotal colonial victories at Trenton and Princeton in the
winter of 1776;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1789, the State of New Jersey became the first state in the United States of America to
ratify the Bill of Rights, which is the first 10 amendments to the United
States Constitution;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas men and women of the State of New Jersey, such as Thomas Mundy Peterson, Alice Paul, and
Paul Robeson, bravely challenged our country to recognize and support
equal and just rights of citizenship for all people of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the State of New Jersey has been a veritable cauldron of culture, contributing iconic and
talented artists in literature, film, theater, dance, music, and visual
arts;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas world renowned scientists and scholars, including Thomas Alva Edison and Albert Einstein,
conduct their research and launch their discoveries in laboratories and
institutions throughout the State of New Jersey, resulting in the State of
New Jersey serving as a birth place for inventions and innovations that
fundamentally change the way humans interact with each other and the world
around them;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the State of New Jersey has been a leader in developing and engineering formative
infrastructure and transportation accomplishments, from the Morris Canal
and the Delaware and Raritan Canal to the iconic Garden State Parkway, as
well as the now ubiquitous
<quote>
Jersey Barriers
</quote>
that provide for the safety of drivers and passengers on roads throughout the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, in 1954, the New Jersey State Legislature passed legislation for the State of New Jersey
to officially adopt the nickname of the
<quote>
Garden State
</quote>
, a proud acknowledgment of the State of New Jersey's strong agricultural heritage and reflection
of the continued abundance of blueberries, cranberries, peaches, and other
produce that contribute to the State of New Jersey’s robust agricultural
industry;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas New Jerseyans take pride in enjoying and preserving the State of New Jersey's vast natural
resources, including the 130 miles of sandy beaches along
<quote>
the shore
</quote>
, as well as the 1,000,000 acres of Pine Barrens that constitute the United State’s first National
Reserve; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas it is fitting and desirable that the people of New Jersey and the United States celebrate
the current and historic role of the State of New Jersey in the United
States: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
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That the Senate recognizes and celebrates the 350
<superscript>
th
</superscript>
anniversary of the founding of the State of New Jersey.
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 476 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 12, 2014 Mr. Menendez (for himself and Mr. Booker ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing the 350 th Anniversary of the founding of the State of New Jersey and honoring the valuable contributions of people of the Garden State.
Whereas, in 1664, the parcel of land between the Delaware and Hudson Rivers came under the control of the English, who named the land New Jersey; Whereas the State of New Jersey played an instrumental role in the success of the 13 original colonies during the American Revolutionary War, serving as the location of more military engagements than any other colony during the American Revolutionary War, including 2 pivotal colonial victories at Trenton and Princeton in the winter of 1776; Whereas, in 1789, the State of New Jersey became the first state in the United States of America to ratify the Bill of Rights, which is the first 10 amendments to the United States Constitution; Whereas men and women of the State of New Jersey, such as Thomas Mundy Peterson, Alice Paul, and Paul Robeson, bravely challenged our country to recognize and support equal and just rights of citizenship for all people of the United States; Whereas the State of New Jersey has been a veritable cauldron of culture, contributing iconic and talented artists in literature, film, theater, dance, music, and visual arts; Whereas world renowned scientists and scholars, including Thomas Alva Edison and Albert Einstein, conduct their research and launch their discoveries in laboratories and institutions throughout the State of New Jersey, resulting in the State of New Jersey serving as a birth place for inventions and innovations that fundamentally change the way humans interact with each other and the world around them; Whereas the State of New Jersey has been a leader in developing and engineering formative infrastructure and transportation accomplishments, from the Morris Canal and the Delaware and Raritan Canal to the iconic Garden State Parkway, as well as the now ubiquitous Jersey Barriers that provide for the safety of drivers and passengers on roads throughout the United States; Whereas, in 1954, the New Jersey State Legislature passed legislation for the State of New Jersey to officially adopt the nickname of the Garden State , a proud acknowledgment of the State of New Jersey's strong agricultural heritage and reflection of the continued abundance of blueberries, cranberries, peaches, and other produce that contribute to the State of New Jersey’s robust agricultural industry; Whereas New Jerseyans take pride in enjoying and preserving the State of New Jersey's vast natural resources, including the 130 miles of sandy beaches along the shore , as well as the 1,000,000 acres of Pine Barrens that constitute the United State’s first National Reserve; and Whereas it is fitting and desirable that the people of New Jersey and the United States celebrate the current and historic role of the State of New Jersey in the United States: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate recognizes and celebrates the 350 th anniversary of the founding of the State of New Jersey. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 477
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 17, 2014
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<sponsor name-id="S289">
Mr. Alexander
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(for himself,
<cosponsor name-id="S253">
Mr. Durbin
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S261">
Mr. Sessions
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,
<cosponsor name-id="S136">
Mr. Cochran
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S260">
Mr. Roberts
</cosponsor>
,
<cosponsor name-id="S221">
Mrs. Feinstein
</cosponsor>
, and
<cosponsor name-id="S310">
Mr. Corker
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Designating June 20, 2014, as
<quote>
American Eagle Day
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, and celebrating the recovery and restoration of the bald eagle, the national symbol of the United
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on June 20, 1782, the bald eagle was officially
designated as the national emblem of the United States by the founding
fathers
in the Congress of the Confederation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bald eagle is the central image of the Great
Seal of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the image of the bald eagle is displayed in the
official seal of many branches and departments of the Federal Government,
including—
</text>
<paragraph id="id0e639479608344ce9df9a9b486764a3a">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the Office of the
President;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idd08c63e827ca4b10841f7dc137ee8d3b">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the Office of the
Vice President;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="iddf2905c2faf0471885609fc92fac7b11">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
Congress;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idc55cf7c672e04df7880fbccbf4b8476a">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
the Supreme
Court;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id2eb4211cff3b48169f1015db323999be">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
the Department of
the Treasury;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id36b5962ab31a48978e1c6ae7d0b5f062">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
the Department of
Defense;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id6bfa847e115545468ccb0165ec2a51ec">
<enum>
(7)
</enum>
<text>
the Department of
Justice;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idb2e9da6f002c48728385c02dc67e7365">
<enum>
(8)
</enum>
<text>
the Department of
State;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id1cf4a70a73bd4a249aca570fd412dac7">
<enum>
(9)
</enum>
<text>
the Department of
Commerce;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idabf3d0a0825c47e3a105c1f89ca5f696">
<enum>
(10)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Homeland Security;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id9f37e77a3550449da3a7f5b07dcbe4a9">
<enum>
(11)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Veterans Affairs;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id338b34398d2e4e57a5d19998a99a1caa">
<enum>
(12)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Labor;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id57f3e71414a84b67acded0e990e194ea">
<enum>
(13)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Health and Human Services;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id133d35250852409a8f409eb447cf085b">
<enum>
(14)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Energy;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id2914733b7c8a4d058bbc260c530604e9">
<enum>
(15)
</enum>
<text>
the Department
of Housing and Urban Development;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id15a68225a202416ea180c7a26432bb21">
<enum>
(16)
</enum>
<text>
the Central
Intelligence Agency; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="idd804f6a4453a4b36860312ad2480fc95">
<enum>
(17)
</enum>
<text>
the Postal
Service;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bald eagle is an inspiring symbol of—
</text>
<paragraph id="id41308d14842d48059c7ebcd75061e909">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the spirit of
freedom; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id34d1cf54dfda49298234185a6bc24c25">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the sovereignty
of the United States;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since the founding of the Nation, the image,
meaning, and symbolism of the bald eagle have played a significant role in
the
art, music, history, commerce, literature, architecture, and culture of
the
United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the bald eagle is prominently featured on the
stamps, currency, and coinage of the United States;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the habitat of bald eagles exists only in North
America;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas by 1963, the population of bald eagles that nested
in the lower 48 States had declined to approximately 417 nesting pairs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas due to the dramatic decline in the population of
bald eagles in the lower 48 States, the Secretary of the Interior listed
the
bald eagle as an endangered species on the list of endangered species
published
under section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C.
1533(c)(1));
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas caring and concerned individuals from the Federal,
State, and private sectors banded together to save, and help ensure the
recovery and protection of, bald eagles;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on July 20, 1969, the first manned lunar landing
occurred in the Apollo 11 Lunar Excursion Module, which was named
“Eagle”;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the “Eagle” played an integral role in achieving
the goal of the United States of landing a man on the Moon and returning
that
man safely to Earth;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 1995, as a result of the efforts of those
caring and concerned individuals, the Secretary of the Interior listed the
bald
eagle as a threatened species on the list of threatened species published
under
section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C.
1533(c)(1));
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas by 2007, the population of bald eagles that nested
in the lower 48 States had increased to approximately 10,000 nesting
pairs, an
increase of approximately 2,500 percent from the preceding 40 years;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in 2007, the population of bald eagles that nested
in the State of Alaska was approximately 50,000 to 70,000;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on June 28, 2007, the Secretary of the Interior
removed the bald eagle from the list of threatened species published under
section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C.
1533(c)(1));
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas bald eagles remain protected in accordance
with—
</text>
<paragraph id="id3fbb5ebb970a41998f235d14e8875c53">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the Act entitled
<quote>
An Act for the protection of the bald eagle
</quote>
, approved June 8,
1940 (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/16/668">
16 U.S.C. 668 et seq.
</external-xref>
) (commonly known as the
<quote>
Bald Eagle
Protection Act of 1940
</quote>
); and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id23de4ae0d19d4c7d86e1a7e5b18b6dce">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
the Migratory
Bird Treaty Act (
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/16/703">
16 U.S.C. 703 et seq.
</external-xref>
);
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas on January 15, 2008, the Secretary of the Treasury
issued 3 limited edition bald eagle commemorative coins under the American
Bald
Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Coin Act (Public Law
108–486;
118 Stat. 3934);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the sale of the limited edition bald eagle
commemorative coins issued by the Secretary of the Treasury has raised
approximately $7,800,000 for the nonprofit American Eagle Foundation of
Pigeon
Forge, Tennessee to support efforts to protect the bald eagle;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas if not for the vigilant conservation efforts of
concerned Americans and the enactment of conservation laws (including
regulations), the bald eagle would face extinction;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the American Eagle Foundation has brought
substantial public attention to the cause of the protection and care of
the
bald eagle nationally;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, November 4, 2010, marked the 25th anniversary of
the American Eagle Foundation;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas facilities around the United States, such as the
Southeastern Raptor Center at Auburn University in the State of Alabama,
rehabilitate injured eagles for release into the wild;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the dramatic recovery of the population of bald
eagles—
</text>
<paragraph id="id7b0647dfa1004de6b2320ae8d1a61941">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
is an endangered
species success story; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id4965e25788334cc49ea2af5ef610107e">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
an inspirational
example for other wildlife and natural resource conservation efforts
around the
world;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the initial recovery of the population of bald
eagles was accomplished by the concerted efforts of numerous government
agencies, corporations, organizations, and individuals; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the continuation of recovery, management, and
public awareness programs for bald eagles will be necessary to ensure—
</text>
<paragraph id="id03d17a3bb44b4556af30638d01e04e1b">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
the continued
progress of the recovery of bald eagles; and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id57451cc811ef4e5a87b16c23bbbec628">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
that the
population and habitat of bald eagles will remain healthy and secure for
future
generations: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
</preamble>
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<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="idbd0a24c5ad5a449da7d7b81f8e5cbd4c">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
designates June
20, 2014, as
<quote>
American Eagle Day
</quote>
;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id04d97f85e4354116afd9be1c505b9552">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
applauds the
issuance of bald eagle commemorative coins by the Secretary of the
Treasury as
a means by which to generate critical funds for the protection of bald
eagles;
and
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id0ea758e7eef34bee8b9696da634820bd">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
encourages—
</text>
<subparagraph id="id6e36e1cea93d49eabc9a0e1be66bd42e">
<enum>
(A)
</enum>
<text>
educational
entities, organizations, businesses, conservation groups, and government
agencies with a shared interest in conserving endangered species to
collaborate
and develop educational tools for use in the public schools of the United
States; and
</text>
</subparagraph>
<subparagraph id="ide247ba22d8cd4accbe66c58fd53ebe70">
<enum>
(B)
</enum>
<text>
the people of the
United States to observe American Eagle Day with appropriate ceremonies
and
other activities.
</text>
</subparagraph>
</paragraph>
</section>
</resolution-body>
</resolution>
| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 477 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 17, 2014 Mr. Alexander (for himself, Mr. Durbin , Mr. Sessions , Mr. Cochran , Mr. Roberts , Mrs. Feinstein , and Mr. Corker ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating June 20, 2014, as American Eagle Day , and celebrating the recovery and restoration of the bald eagle, the national symbol of the United States.
Whereas on June 20, 1782, the bald eagle was officially designated as the national emblem of the United States by the founding fathers in the Congress of the Confederation; Whereas the bald eagle is the central image of the Great Seal of the United States; Whereas the image of the bald eagle is displayed in the official seal of many branches and departments of the Federal Government, including— (1) the Office of the President; (2) the Office of the Vice President; (3) Congress; (4) the Supreme Court; (5) the Department of the Treasury; (6) the Department of Defense; (7) the Department of Justice; (8) the Department of State; (9) the Department of Commerce; (10) the Department of Homeland Security; (11) the Department of Veterans Affairs; (12) the Department of Labor; (13) the Department of Health and Human Services; (14) the Department of Energy; (15) the Department of Housing and Urban Development; (16) the Central Intelligence Agency; and (17) the Postal Service; Whereas the bald eagle is an inspiring symbol of— (1) the spirit of freedom; and (2) the sovereignty of the United States; Whereas since the founding of the Nation, the image, meaning, and symbolism of the bald eagle have played a significant role in the art, music, history, commerce, literature, architecture, and culture of the United States; Whereas the bald eagle is prominently featured on the stamps, currency, and coinage of the United States; Whereas the habitat of bald eagles exists only in North America; Whereas by 1963, the population of bald eagles that nested in the lower 48 States had declined to approximately 417 nesting pairs; Whereas due to the dramatic decline in the population of bald eagles in the lower 48 States, the Secretary of the Interior listed the bald eagle as an endangered species on the list of endangered species published under section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533(c)(1)); Whereas caring and concerned individuals from the Federal, State, and private sectors banded together to save, and help ensure the recovery and protection of, bald eagles; Whereas on July 20, 1969, the first manned lunar landing occurred in the Apollo 11 Lunar Excursion Module, which was named “Eagle”; Whereas the “Eagle” played an integral role in achieving the goal of the United States of landing a man on the Moon and returning that man safely to Earth; Whereas in 1995, as a result of the efforts of those caring and concerned individuals, the Secretary of the Interior listed the bald eagle as a threatened species on the list of threatened species published under section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533(c)(1)); Whereas by 2007, the population of bald eagles that nested in the lower 48 States had increased to approximately 10,000 nesting pairs, an increase of approximately 2,500 percent from the preceding 40 years; Whereas in 2007, the population of bald eagles that nested in the State of Alaska was approximately 50,000 to 70,000; Whereas on June 28, 2007, the Secretary of the Interior removed the bald eagle from the list of threatened species published under section 4(c)(1) of the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (16 U.S.C. 1533(c)(1)); Whereas bald eagles remain protected in accordance with— (1) the Act entitled An Act for the protection of the bald eagle , approved June 8, 1940 ( 16 U.S.C. 668 et seq. ) (commonly known as the Bald Eagle Protection Act of 1940 ); and (2) the Migratory Bird Treaty Act ( 16 U.S.C. 703 et seq. ); Whereas on January 15, 2008, the Secretary of the Treasury issued 3 limited edition bald eagle commemorative coins under the American Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Coin Act (Public Law 108–486; 118 Stat. 3934); Whereas the sale of the limited edition bald eagle commemorative coins issued by the Secretary of the Treasury has raised approximately $7,800,000 for the nonprofit American Eagle Foundation of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee to support efforts to protect the bald eagle; Whereas if not for the vigilant conservation efforts of concerned Americans and the enactment of conservation laws (including regulations), the bald eagle would face extinction; Whereas the American Eagle Foundation has brought substantial public attention to the cause of the protection and care of the bald eagle nationally; Whereas, November 4, 2010, marked the 25th anniversary of the American Eagle Foundation; Whereas facilities around the United States, such as the Southeastern Raptor Center at Auburn University in the State of Alabama, rehabilitate injured eagles for release into the wild; Whereas the dramatic recovery of the population of bald eagles— (1) is an endangered species success story; and (2) an inspirational example for other wildlife and natural resource conservation efforts around the world; Whereas the initial recovery of the population of bald eagles was accomplished by the concerted efforts of numerous government agencies, corporations, organizations, and individuals; and Whereas the continuation of recovery, management, and public awareness programs for bald eagles will be necessary to ensure— (1) the continued progress of the recovery of bald eagles; and (2) that the population and habitat of bald eagles will remain healthy and secure for future generations: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates June 20, 2014, as American Eagle Day ; (2) applauds the issuance of bald eagle commemorative coins by the Secretary of the Treasury as a means by which to generate critical funds for the protection of bald eagles; and (3) encourages— (A) educational entities, organizations, businesses, conservation groups, and government agencies with a shared interest in conserving endangered species to collaborate and develop educational tools for use in the public schools of the United States; and (B) the people of the United States to observe American Eagle Day with appropriate ceremonies and other activities. |
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113 SRES 478 IS: Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
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III
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113th CONGRESS
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2d Session
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S. RES. 478
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 18, 2014
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Mrs. Shaheen
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(for herself,
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Mr. Menendez
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, and
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Mr. Murphy
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Committee on Foreign Relations
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Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova
and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States has enjoyed good relations with the Republic of Moldova since the
Republic of Moldova's independence in 1991;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova's independence, the United States has provided financial
assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of
Moldova to build a prosperous European democracy;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership
through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Republic of Moldova is due to sign an Association Agreement containing comprehensive
free trade provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the
criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including
significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail
corruption;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the
Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association
with the European Union;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of
Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the
<quote>
5+2
</quote>
negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a special status for the
separatist region of Transnistria within the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine in 2013 and has
threatened to ban Moldovan agricultural products, curtail the supply of
energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, and impose stricter labor
migration policies on the people of the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a
stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan
region of Transnistria;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of
the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and
the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government
of the Russian
Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the Republic of
Moldova;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova's Transnistria region have restricted the access of
OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby
preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security
situation in the region;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and
the President signed into law the Act relating to
<quote>
United States
International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
</quote>
,
approved April 3, 2014 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/113/96">
Public Law 113–96
</external-xref>
;
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/22/6211">
22 U.S.C. 6211
</external-xref>
note), providing
for a United States international broadcast programming surge to counter
misinformation
from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that Russian-speaking
populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to independent news and
information; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by
participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote
d'Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
</text>
</whereas>
</preamble>
<resolution-body>
<section display-inline="yes-display-inline" id="S1" section-type="undesignated-section">
<enum/>
<text>
That the Senate—
</text>
<paragraph id="idb73913fcf6644c8a8851169bd67996bc">
<enum>
(1)
</enum>
<text>
reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty,
independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the
inviolability of its borders;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id85f82f20fc9f486183e3bbb56d0babff">
<enum>
(2)
</enum>
<text>
supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova
and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and
security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id527a3533f3c443f1bb20279f533874bf">
<enum>
(3)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the
Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and
to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy
security, and promoting trade and investment opportunities;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id273b47886daa424785aeddaaf1e3714a">
<enum>
(4)
</enum>
<text>
supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id073479a2c43440398c0fd1e0baba6ad7">
<enum>
(5)
</enum>
<text>
encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act relating to
<quote>
United States
International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions
</quote>
,
approved April 3, 2014 (
<external-xref legal-doc="public-law" parsable-cite="pl/113/96">
Public Law 113–96
</external-xref>
;
<external-xref legal-doc="usc" parsable-cite="usc/22/6211">
22 U.S.C. 6211
</external-xref>
note),
especially because it relates to populations in Ukraine and the Republic
of Moldova;
</text>
</paragraph>
<paragraph id="id530beae069b84283b9bbc11de099f98b">
<enum>
(6)
</enum>
<text>
affirms the Republic of Moldova's sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of
external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova's
right to associate with the European Union and any other regional
organization;
</text>
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 478 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 18, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Menendez , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for the Republic of Moldova's territorial integrity.
Whereas the United States has enjoyed good relations with the Republic of Moldova since the Republic of Moldova's independence in 1991; Whereas, since the Republic of Moldova's independence, the United States has provided financial assistance to support the efforts of the people of the Republic of Moldova to build a prosperous European democracy; Whereas the United States and the Republic of Moldova further strengthened their partnership through the launching of a Strategic Dialogue on March 3, 2014; Whereas the Republic of Moldova is due to sign an Association Agreement containing comprehensive free trade provisions with the European Union on June 27, 2014; Whereas the Government of the Republic of Moldova made extraordinary efforts to comply with the criteria for an Association Agreement with the European Union, including significant legislative reforms to improve the rule of law and curtail corruption; Whereas the United States Government supports the democratic aspirations of the people of the Republic of Moldova and their expressed desire to deepen their association with the European Union; Whereas the United States supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and, on that basis, participates as an observer in the 5+2 negotiations to find a comprehensive settlement that will provide a special status for the separatist region of Transnistria within the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation banned the import of Moldovan wine in 2013 and has threatened to ban Moldovan agricultural products, curtail the supply of energy resources to the Republic of Moldova, and impose stricter labor migration policies on the people of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Government of the Russian Federation maintains a contingent of Russian troops and a stockpile of Russian military equipment and ammunition within the Moldovan region of Transnistria; Whereas the Government of Russia has been actively issuing Russian passports to the residents of the Transnistria region in the Republic of Moldova; Whereas the Council of Europe, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), and the Government of the Republic of Moldova have called upon the Government of the Russian Federation to remove its troops from the territory of the Republic of Moldova; Whereas authorities in the Republic of Moldova's Transnistria region have restricted the access of OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors to the Transnistria region, thereby preventing the Mission from providing impartial reporting on the security situation in the region; Whereas the House of Representatives and the Senate both passed, by an overwhelming majority, and the President signed into law the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), providing for a United States international broadcast programming surge to counter misinformation from Russian-supported news outlets and ensuring that Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine and Moldova have access to independent news and information; and Whereas Moldova has been a valued and reliable partner in promoting global security by participating in United Nations peacekeeping missions in Liberia, Cote d'Ivoire, Sudan, Georgia, and Kosovo: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) reaffirms that it is the policy of the United States Government to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova and the inviolability of its borders; (2) supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen relations between the Republic of Moldova and the United States and to enhance the democratic, economic, and security reforms already being implemented by the Republic of Moldova; (3) encourages the President and the Secretary of State to enhance United States cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Moldova and civil society organizations and to focus assistance on rule of law, anti-corruption efforts, energy security, and promoting trade and investment opportunities; (4) supports increased educational exchanges between the United States and the Republic of Moldova; (5) encourages the President to expedite the implementation of the Act relating to United States International Programming to Ukraine and Neighboring Regions , approved April 3, 2014 ( Public Law 113–96 ; 22 U.S.C. 6211 note), especially because it relates to populations in Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova; (6) affirms the Republic of Moldova's sovereign right to determine its own partnerships free of external coercion and pressure, and affirms the Republic of Moldova's right to associate with the European Union and any other regional organization; (7) urges the European Union to continue to work for greater political, economic, and social integration with the Republic of Moldova; (8) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to fulfill its commitments made at the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) 1999 summit in Istanbul to withdraw its military forces and munitions from within the internationally recognized territory of the Republic of Moldova; (9) calls on the Government of the Russian Federation to refrain from economic coercion against the Republic of Moldova and to cease support for separatist movements on the territory of the Republic of Moldova; (10) supports constructive engagement and confidence-building measures between the Government of the Republic of Moldova and the authorities in the Transnistria region in order to secure a peaceful, comprehensive resolution to the conflict that respects the Republic of Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity; (11) urges officials in the Transnistrian region to allow OSCE Mission to Moldova monitors unrestricted access to that region; (12) urges all parties to refrain from unilateral actions that may undermine efforts to achieve a peaceful resolution, as well as the agreements already reached, and encourages leaders of the Transnistrian region to resume negotiations toward a political settlement; and (13) affirms that lasting stability and security in Europe is a key priority for the United States Government which can only be achieved if the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all European countries is respected. |
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Whereas the United States, pursuant to the Authorization for Use of Military Force (Public Law
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Whereas in the intervening 13 years, members of the United States Armed Forces have engaged in
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Whereas over 330,000 Marines have deployed afloat and ashore, ensuring peace in some of the most
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Whereas, between January 1, 2000, and January 10, 2014, 287,911 cases of traumatic brain injury
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Afghanistan, were diagnosed among members of the Armed Forces, and
approximately 7,100 cases were classified as severe or penetrating;
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Whereas United States Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn combat military operations in
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Whereas the sacrifices of United States servicemembers and their families during the last 13 years
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Armistice Day
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Whereas November 11th is the day for the Nation to reflect on the service and sacrifice of every
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Now, therefore, be it
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 479 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 19, 2014 Mr. Kaine (for himself, Mr. Burr , and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs September 18, 2014 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to with an amended preamble RESOLUTION Recognizing Veterans Day 2014 as a special Welcome Home Commemoration for all who have served in the military since September 14, 2001.
Whereas the United States, pursuant to the Authorization for Use of Military Force (Public Law 107–40), commenced a war against individuals responsible for the 9/11 attacks; Whereas in the intervening 13 years, members of the United States Armed Forces have engaged in warfare around the globe, especially in Iraq and Afghanistan; Whereas there have been 2,600,000 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and more than 500,000 soldiers have completed multiple tours; Whereas over 110,000 sailors have deployed as individual augmentees in support of the war ashore and additional sailors have deployed on navy vessels serving over 180,000 days at sea, providing power projection, regional stability, and global presence; Whereas over 238,000 airmen have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan and more than 201,000 airmen have deployed to the Area of Responsibility, delivering flights in support of the war effort; Whereas over 330,000 Marines have deployed afloat and ashore, ensuring peace in some of the most dangerous provinces in Iraq and Afghanistan; Whereas, between January 1, 2000, and January 10, 2014, 287,911 cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), often referred to as a signature wound of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, were diagnosed among members of the Armed Forces, and approximately 7,100 cases were classified as severe or penetrating; Whereas of the members of the Armed Forces who have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan since October 2001, more than 6,800 have been killed in action and more than 52,000 have been wounded in action; Whereas United States Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn combat military operations in Iraq are complete and United States direct military operations in Afghanistan will end in 2014 as the United States transitions to a training and assistance role; Whereas the sacrifices of United States servicemembers and their families during the last 13 years should be recognized by all citizens of the United States; Whereas November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of hostilities in World War I, and Veterans Day has been a legal holiday since May 13, 1938, when it was originally dedicated as Armistice Day to honor veterans of World War I and was subsequently amended to honor United States veterans of all wars in 1954; and Whereas November 11th is the day for the Nation to reflect on the service and sacrifice of every generation of veterans: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes Veterans Day 2014 as a special Welcome Home Commemoration for all who have served in the United States Armed Forces since September 14, 2001; (2) promotes awareness of the services and contributions of all post-9/11 veterans; and (3) encourages communities in the United States to plan activities for Veterans Day 2014 to honor and support all who have served during this time and to provide citizens of the United States an opportunity to present unified recognition of the service and sacrifices of post-9/11 veterans. |
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Whereas, between January 1, 2000, and January 10, 2014, 287,911 cases of traumatic brain injury
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 479 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 19, 2014 Mr. Kaine (for himself, Mr. Burr , and Mr. Blumenthal ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs RESOLUTION Recognizing Veterans Day 2014 as a special Welcome Home Commemoration for all who have served in the military since September 14, 2001.
Whereas the United States, pursuant to the Authorization for Use of Military Force (Public Law 107–40), commenced a war against individuals responsible for the 9/11 attacks; Whereas in the intervening 13 years, members of the United States Armed Forces have engaged in warfare around the globe, especially in Iraq and Afghanistan; Whereas there have been 2,600,000 deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan and more than 500,000 soldiers have completed multiple tours; Whereas over 110,000 sailors have deployed as individual augmentees in support of the war ashore and additional sailors have deployed on navy vessels serving over 180,000 days at sea, providing power projection, regional stability, and global presence; Whereas over 238,000 airmen have deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan and more than 201,000 airmen have deployed to the Area of Responsibility, delivering flights in support of the war effort; Whereas over 330,000 marines have deployed afloat and ashore, ensuring peace in some of the most dangerous provinces in Iraq and Afghanistan; Whereas, between January 1, 2000, and January 10, 2014, 287,911 cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI), often referred to as a signature wound of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, were diagnosed among members of the Armed Forces, and approximately 7,100 cases were classified as severe or penetrating; Whereas of the members of the Armed Forces who have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan since October 2001, more than 6,800 have been killed in action and more than 52,000 have been wounded in action; Whereas United States Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn combat military operations in Iraq are complete and United States direct military operations in Afghanistan will end in 2014 as the United States transitions to a training and assistance role; Whereas the sacrifices of United States servicemembers and their families during the last 13 years should be recognized by all citizens of the United States; Whereas November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of hostilities in World War I, and Veterans Day has been a legal holiday since May 13, 1938, when it was originally dedicated as Armistice Day to honor veterans of World War I and was subsequently amended to honor United States veterans of all wars in 1954; and Whereas November 11th is the day for the Nation to reflect on the service and sacrifice of every generation of veterans: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes Veterans Day 2014 as a special Welcome Home Commemoration for all who have served in the United States Armed Forces since September 14, 2001; (2) promotes awareness of the services and contributions of all post-9/11 veterans; and (3) encourages communities in the United States to plan activities for Veterans Day 2014 to honor and support all who have served during this time and to provide citizens of the United States an opportunity to present unified recognition of the service and sacrifices of post-9/11 veterans. |
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Expressing condolences and supporting assistance for the victims of the historic flooding in the
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Whereas record rainfall beginning on May 13, 2014, has led to widespread flooding in Bosnia and
Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia, causing
thousands of landslides, massive destruction, and loss of life;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas by May 22, 2014, the flooding caused over 40 deaths and impacted over 500,000 people across
the region, particularly in western Serbia and eastern Bosnia and
Herzegovina;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the equivalent of 3 months of rain fell during the course of 3 days, making this the worst
flooding event in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in 120 years;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the flooding has left thousands of people stranded in their homes waiting for assistance,
displaced, or without shelter;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas according to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, 300,000
people in Serbia and 50,000 people in Bosnia and Herzegovina were left
without clean water or electricity;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Foreign Ministry of Bosnia and Herzegovina has reported that the flooding rendered
100,000 buildings unusable, caused 500,000 people to evacuate or flee
their homes, and prompted 14 municipalities to declare a state of
emergency;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Government of Serbia has described the situation in that country as
<quote>
catastrophic
</quote>
, and
estimates that at least 25,000 people have been forced to evacuate,
particularly in the town and municipality of Obrenovac, and that the
flooding has caused over 100,000,000 Euros ($140,000,000) in damage to the
Kolubara coal mine that supplies the Nikola Tesla power plants;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas soldiers and energy workers scrambled to erect sandbag barriers to protect the Kostolac
power plant and the Nikola Tesla power plants, which provide half of the
country’s electricity, from the waters of the flooded Sava, Kolubara, and
Tamnava Rivers;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, according to the International Medical Corps, as many as 120,000 landmines remaining from
the Balkan conflicts of the 1990s may have been lost or dislodged due to
landslides, causing great concern for public safety;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has approved or provided $2,060,000 in funds through the
United States Agency for International Development’s Office of United
States Foreign Disaster Assistance, the Department of Defense, and the
Under Secretary of Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs for the Republic of
Serbia;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the United States Government has provided $2,740,000 in humanitarian assistance to Bosnia
and Herzegovina; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the governments and people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the
Republic of Serbia share an increasing commitment to core democratic
values, reconciliation, and European integration: Now, therefore, be it
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expresses deep sympathy to all those affected by the flooding in the Western Balkans for the
terrible loss of life and massive destruction;
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expresses solidarity with the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the
Republic of Serbia, as well as a continued desire to provide assistance to
help their countries recover from this natural disaster;
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expresses ongoing support for humanitarian and reconstruction assistance provided by relief
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are identified;
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commends local authorities, first responders and rescue personnel, NGOs, volunteers, and everyday
citizens for their efforts to organize and deliver disaster relief to
communities in need across Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of
Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia;
</text>
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commends the United States Government agencies, including USAID and the Department of Defense, for
their response to the natural disaster; and
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urges additional assistance by other nations and organizations as needed to alleviate the difficult
circumstances and suffering of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the
Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia, and to assist them in
their recovery efforts.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 480 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 19, 2014 Mrs. Shaheen (for herself, Mr. Portman , and Mr. Murphy ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations RESOLUTION Expressing condolences and supporting assistance for the victims of the historic flooding in the Western Balkans.
Whereas record rainfall beginning on May 13, 2014, has led to widespread flooding in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia, causing thousands of landslides, massive destruction, and loss of life; Whereas by May 22, 2014, the flooding caused over 40 deaths and impacted over 500,000 people across the region, particularly in western Serbia and eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina; Whereas the equivalent of 3 months of rain fell during the course of 3 days, making this the worst flooding event in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina in 120 years; Whereas the flooding has left thousands of people stranded in their homes waiting for assistance, displaced, or without shelter; Whereas according to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, 300,000 people in Serbia and 50,000 people in Bosnia and Herzegovina were left without clean water or electricity; Whereas the Foreign Ministry of Bosnia and Herzegovina has reported that the flooding rendered 100,000 buildings unusable, caused 500,000 people to evacuate or flee their homes, and prompted 14 municipalities to declare a state of emergency; Whereas the Government of Serbia has described the situation in that country as catastrophic , and estimates that at least 25,000 people have been forced to evacuate, particularly in the town and municipality of Obrenovac, and that the flooding has caused over 100,000,000 Euros ($140,000,000) in damage to the Kolubara coal mine that supplies the Nikola Tesla power plants; Whereas soldiers and energy workers scrambled to erect sandbag barriers to protect the Kostolac power plant and the Nikola Tesla power plants, which provide half of the country’s electricity, from the waters of the flooded Sava, Kolubara, and Tamnava Rivers; Whereas, according to the International Medical Corps, as many as 120,000 landmines remaining from the Balkan conflicts of the 1990s may have been lost or dislodged due to landslides, causing great concern for public safety; Whereas the United States Government has approved or provided $2,060,000 in funds through the United States Agency for International Development’s Office of United States Foreign Disaster Assistance, the Department of Defense, and the Under Secretary of Public Diplomacy and Public Affairs for the Republic of Serbia; Whereas the United States Government has provided $2,740,000 in humanitarian assistance to Bosnia and Herzegovina; and Whereas the governments and people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia share an increasing commitment to core democratic values, reconciliation, and European integration: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) expresses deep sympathy to all those affected by the flooding in the Western Balkans for the terrible loss of life and massive destruction; (2) expresses solidarity with the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia, as well as a continued desire to provide assistance to help their countries recover from this natural disaster; (3) expresses ongoing support for humanitarian and reconstruction assistance provided by relief agencies and the international community as immediate and long-term needs are identified; (4) commends local authorities, first responders and rescue personnel, NGOs, volunteers, and everyday citizens for their efforts to organize and deliver disaster relief to communities in need across Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia; (5) commends the United States Government agencies, including USAID and the Department of Defense, for their response to the natural disaster; and (6) urges additional assistance by other nations and organizations as needed to alleviate the difficult circumstances and suffering of the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Serbia, and to assist them in their recovery efforts. |
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S. RES. 481
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 23, 2014
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Ms. Heitkamp
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Mr. Heller
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,
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Mr. Begich
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,
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Mr. Donnelly
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,
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Mr. Rockefeller
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Booker
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Hoeven
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Stabenow
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Blumenthal
</cosponsor>
,
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Ms. Hirono
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Leahy
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Franken
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Warner
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,
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Mrs. Feinstein
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,
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Mr. Boozman
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,
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Mr. Johanns
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,
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Mr. Casey
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,
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Mr. Walsh
</cosponsor>
,
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Mr. Crapo
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,
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Mrs. Murray
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,
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Mr. Johnson of South Dakota
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,
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Mr. Cardin
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Mr. Merkley
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Designating the month of June 2014 as
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National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month
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Whereas the brave men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States, who proudly serve the
United
States, risk their lives to protect the freedom of the people of the
United States, and
deserve the investment of every possible resource to ensure their lasting
physical, mental, and emotional well-being;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas more than 2,600,000 members of the Armed Forces have deployed overseas since the events of
September
11, 2001, and have served in places such as Afghanistan and Iraq;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas the Armed Forces of the United States have sustained a historically high operational tempo
since September 11, 2001,
with many members of the Armed Forces deploying overseas multiple times,
placing those members
at high risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (referred to in this
preamble as
<quote>
PTSD
</quote>
);
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas members of the Armed Forces and veterans who served before September 11, 2001, remain at
risk
for PTSD and other mental health disorders;
</text>
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Whereas the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reports that—
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since October 2001, more than 310,000 of the approximately 1,000,000 veterans of Operation
Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn who have
received health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs have been
diagnosed with
PTSD;
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in fiscal year 2013, more than 530,000 of the nearly 6,000,000 veterans who sought
care at Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities received
treatment
for PTSD; and
</text>
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(3)
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of veterans who served in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New
Dawn who are receiving health care from the Department of Veterans
Affairs, more than 570,000 have
received a diagnosis for at least 1 mental health disorder;
</text>
</paragraph>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas many cases of PTSD remain unreported, undiagnosed, and untreated due to a lack of awareness
about PTSD and the persistent stigma associated with mental health
conditions;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas exposure to military sexual trauma can lead to PTSD;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas PTSD significantly increases the risk of anxiety, depression, suicide, homelessness, and
drug- and alcohol-related disorders and deaths, especially if left
untreated;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas public perceptions of PTSD or other mental health disorders create unique challenges for
veterans seeking employment;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs—as well as the larger
medical community,
both private and public—have made significant advances in the
identification, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and the
symptoms of PTSD, but many challenges remain;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas increased understanding of PTSD can help diminish the stigma attached to this mental health
disorder, and additional efforts are needed to find further
ways—including an examination of how PTSD is discussed in the United
States—to reduce
this stigma; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the designation of a National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month will raise
public awareness about issues related to PTSD, reduce the stigma
associated with PTSD, and help ensure that those suffering from the
invisible wounds of war receive proper treatment: Now, therefore, be it
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designates June 2014, as
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National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month
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supports the efforts of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense—as well as
the entire medical community—to educate members of the Armed Forces,
veterans, the
families of members of the Armed Forces and veterans, and the public about
the causes,
symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder; and
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respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit a copy of this resolution to the
Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 481 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 23, 2014 Ms. Heitkamp (for herself, Mr. Heller , Mr. Begich , Mr. Donnelly , Mr. Rockefeller , Mr. Booker , Mr. Hoeven , Ms. Stabenow , Mr. Blumenthal , Ms. Hirono , Mr. Leahy , Mr. Franken , Mr. Warner , Mrs. Feinstein , Mr. Boozman , Mr. Johanns , Mr. Casey , Mr. Walsh , Mr. Crapo , Mrs. Murray , Mr. Johnson of South Dakota , Mr. Cardin , and Mr. Merkley ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating the month of June 2014 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month .
Whereas the brave men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States, who proudly serve the United States, risk their lives to protect the freedom of the people of the United States, and deserve the investment of every possible resource to ensure their lasting physical, mental, and emotional well-being; Whereas more than 2,600,000 members of the Armed Forces have deployed overseas since the events of September 11, 2001, and have served in places such as Afghanistan and Iraq; Whereas the Armed Forces of the United States have sustained a historically high operational tempo since September 11, 2001, with many members of the Armed Forces deploying overseas multiple times, placing those members at high risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (referred to in this preamble as PTSD ); Whereas members of the Armed Forces and veterans who served before September 11, 2001, remain at risk for PTSD and other mental health disorders; Whereas the Secretary of Veterans Affairs reports that— (1) since October 2001, more than 310,000 of the approximately 1,000,000 veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn who have received health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs have been diagnosed with PTSD; (2) in fiscal year 2013, more than 530,000 of the nearly 6,000,000 veterans who sought care at Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities received treatment for PTSD; and (3) of veterans who served in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn who are receiving health care from the Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 570,000 have received a diagnosis for at least 1 mental health disorder; Whereas many cases of PTSD remain unreported, undiagnosed, and untreated due to a lack of awareness about PTSD and the persistent stigma associated with mental health conditions; Whereas exposure to military sexual trauma can lead to PTSD; Whereas PTSD significantly increases the risk of anxiety, depression, suicide, homelessness, and drug- and alcohol-related disorders and deaths, especially if left untreated; Whereas public perceptions of PTSD or other mental health disorders create unique challenges for veterans seeking employment; Whereas the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs—as well as the larger medical community, both private and public—have made significant advances in the identification, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and the symptoms of PTSD, but many challenges remain; Whereas increased understanding of PTSD can help diminish the stigma attached to this mental health disorder, and additional efforts are needed to find further ways—including an examination of how PTSD is discussed in the United States—to reduce this stigma; and Whereas the designation of a National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month will raise public awareness about issues related to PTSD, reduce the stigma associated with PTSD, and help ensure that those suffering from the invisible wounds of war receive proper treatment: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) designates June 2014, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month ; (2) supports the efforts of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense—as well as the entire medical community—to educate members of the Armed Forces, veterans, the families of members of the Armed Forces and veterans, and the public about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder; and (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit a copy of this resolution to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense. |
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113 SRES 482 IS: Expressing the sense of the Senate that the area between the intersections of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, should be designated as “Liu Xiaobo Plaza”.
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 482
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 24, 2014
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Mr. Cruz
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Expressing the sense of the Senate that the area between the intersections of International Drive,
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Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International
Place, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, should be designated
as
<quote>
Liu Xiaobo Plaza
</quote>
.
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<preamble>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas June 4, 2014, marked the 25th anniversary of the brutal crackdown on protestors at
Tiananmen
Square in Beijing;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Dr. Liu Xiaobo is a Chinese human rights activist and Nobel Laureate who is currently
serving an 11-year prison sentence for inciting subversion against the
Government of the
People’s Republic of China;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas in recognition of Dr. Liu Xiaobo’s long and non-violent struggle for fundamental human
rights in
the People's Republic of China, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in
October 2010; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas renaming a portion of the street in front of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China
in the District of
Columbia after Dr. Liu Xiaobo serves as an expression of solidarity
between the people of the United States and the people of the People's
Republic of China who are,
like Dr. Liu Xiaobo, engaged in a long and non-violent struggle for
fundamental human rights: Now, therefore, be it
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the area between the intersections of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest
and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest in
Washington, District of Columbia, should be known and designated as
<quote>
Liu Xiaobo Plaza
</quote>
, and any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record to that area
should be deemed to be a reference to Liu Xiaobo Plaza;
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the address of 3505 International Place, Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia, should be
redesignated as 1 Liu
Xiaobo Plaza, and any reference in a law, map, regulation, document,
paper, or other record of the United States to
that address should be deemed to be a reference
to 1 Liu Xiaobo Plaza; and
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(3)
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the Administrator of General Services should construct
street signs that—
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contain the phrase
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Liu Xiaobo Plaza
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are similar in design to the signs used by Washington, District of Columbia, to designate the
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the parcel Federal property that is closest to 1 Liu Xiaobo Plaza (as described in paragraph
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the street corners
of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and
International Drive, Northwest and International Place,
Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 482 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 24, 2014 Mr. Cruz submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that the area between the intersections of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, should be designated as Liu Xiaobo Plaza .
Whereas June 4, 2014, marked the 25th anniversary of the brutal crackdown on protestors at Tiananmen Square in Beijing; Whereas Dr. Liu Xiaobo is a Chinese human rights activist and Nobel Laureate who is currently serving an 11-year prison sentence for inciting subversion against the Government of the People’s Republic of China; Whereas in recognition of Dr. Liu Xiaobo’s long and non-violent struggle for fundamental human rights in the People's Republic of China, he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October 2010; and Whereas renaming a portion of the street in front of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the District of Columbia after Dr. Liu Xiaobo serves as an expression of solidarity between the people of the United States and the people of the People's Republic of China who are, like Dr. Liu Xiaobo, engaged in a long and non-violent struggle for fundamental human rights: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that— (1) the area between the intersections of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, should be known and designated as Liu Xiaobo Plaza , and any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record to that area should be deemed to be a reference to Liu Xiaobo Plaza; (2) the address of 3505 International Place, Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia, should be redesignated as 1 Liu Xiaobo Plaza, and any reference in a law, map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to that address should be deemed to be a reference to 1 Liu Xiaobo Plaza; and (3) the Administrator of General Services should construct street signs that— (A) contain the phrase Liu Xiaobo Plaza ; (B) are similar in design to the signs used by Washington, District of Columbia, to designate the location of Metro stations; and (C) should be placed on— (i) the parcel Federal property that is closest to 1 Liu Xiaobo Plaza (as described in paragraph (2)); and (ii) the street corners of International Drive, Northwest and Van Ness Street, Northwest and International Drive, Northwest and International Place, Northwest, Washington, District of Columbia. |
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June 24, 2014
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Mr. Walsh
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Point of order against selling Federal land in order to reduce the deficit
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Except as provided in subsection (b), it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill,
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amendment between the houses, or conference report that sells any Federal
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 483 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 24, 2014 Mr. Walsh (for himself, Mr. Heinrich , and Mr. Udall of Colorado ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources RESOLUTION Establishing a point of order against legislation selling Federal land in order to reduce the deficit.
1. Point of order against selling Federal land in order to reduce the deficit (a) In general Except as provided in subsection (b), it shall not be in order in the Senate to consider any bill, joint resolution, amendment, motion, amendment between the houses, or conference report that sells any Federal land and uses the proceeds of the sale to reduce the Federal deficit. (b) Exception Subsection (a) shall not apply to the sale of Federal land as part of a program that acquires land in the same State that is of comparable value or contains exceptional resources. (c) Supermajority waiver and appeal in the senate (1) Waiver This section may be waived or suspended only by the affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn. (2) Appeal An affirmative vote of three-fifths of the Members, duly chosen and sworn, shall be required to sustain an appeal of the ruling of the Chair on a point of order raised under this section. |
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June 25, 2014
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Mrs. Boxer
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Recognizing and honoring the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Yosemite Grant Act.
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Whereas Yosemite National Park is internationally renowned as one of the most extraordinary
examples of natural beauty, splendor, and majesty, and is a showcase of
spectacular waterfalls, fantastic geologic history, and abundant wildlife
that has provided sanctuary, comfort, and inspiration to humans for
thousands of years;
</text>
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<whereas>
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Whereas, on June 30, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Act entitled
<quote>
An Act authorizing a Grant to the State of California of the
<quote>
Yo-Semite Valley
</quote>
and of the Land embracing the
<quote>
Mariposa Big Tree
Grove
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, approved June 30, 1864 (commonly known
as the Yosemite Grant) which—
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for one of the first times in United States history set aside land for enjoyment and protection for
future generations; and
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demonstrated—during some of the bloodiest days of the Civil War—the unique vision of the United
States to protect what would become one of the most cherished and
iconic national parks;
</text>
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Whereas with President Lincoln’s action, this vision was codified and marked Yosemite Valley and
Mariposa Grove as the seed of the conservation movement in what is now
known as
<quote>
America’s Best Idea
</quote>
;
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<whereas>
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Whereas June 30, 1864, marks the birth of the national park idea, the concept that has inspired
over
400 National Park units in the United States and hundreds of national
parks worldwide;
</text>
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Whereas the land surrounding Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove was designated the 3
<superscript>
rd
</superscript>
national park on October 1, 1890, and Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove were added to Yosemite
National Park in
1906;
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<whereas>
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Whereas the land preserved within Yosemite National Park is part of the ancestral homeland of
several American Indian tribes and groups;
</text>
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Whereas Yosemite National Park was dedicated a World Heritage Site in 1984 and has fostered sister
park relationships with national parks in foreign countries including—
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(1)
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Huangshan National Park and Jiuzhaigou National Park in China; and
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Torres del Paine National Park in Chile;
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Whereas Yosemite National Park, a leader within the National Park Service, is—
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the first national park to open a museum;
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the first national park to hire a female law enforcement ranger;
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(3)
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the birthplace of rustic style architecture and of big wall rock climbing;
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(4)
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the first national park to formally implement park education and interpretation programs; and
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(5)
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the first national park to partner with a nonprofit stewardship organization;
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Whereas Yosemite National Park receives over 4,000,000 visitors each year from around the world;
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Whereas Yosemite National Park is home to a variety of natural resource features, containing—
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wilderness areas encompassing 94 percent of the park’s acreage;
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more than 800 miles of trails including the renowned Pacific Crest Trail and John Muir Trail;
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2 federally designated wild and scenic rivers, the Tuolumne River and the Merced River;
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the largest intact subalpine meadow complex in the Sierra Nevada; and
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30 properties and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places and 5 National
Historic Landmarks;
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Whereas Yosemite National Park continues to embody amazing opportunities for recreation and public
enjoyment in one of the most amazing natural physical landscapes in the
world; and
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
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Whereas the preservation of Yosemite National Park is a testament to the commitment and
determination of many dedicated people and institutions over the past 150
years: Now, therefore, be it
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recognizes and honors the 150
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An Act authorizing a Grant to the State of California of the
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Yo-Semite Valley
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and of the Land embracing the
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Mariposa Big Tree
Grove
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, approved June 30, 1864 (commonly known
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Yosemite Grant Act
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encourages the people of the United States to observe and honor the 150
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th
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 484 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 25, 2014 Mrs. Boxer (for herself and Mrs. Feinstein ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Recognizing and honoring the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the Yosemite Grant Act.
Whereas Yosemite National Park is internationally renowned as one of the most extraordinary examples of natural beauty, splendor, and majesty, and is a showcase of spectacular waterfalls, fantastic geologic history, and abundant wildlife that has provided sanctuary, comfort, and inspiration to humans for thousands of years; Whereas, on June 30, 1864, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Act entitled An Act authorizing a Grant to the State of California of the Yo-Semite Valley and of the Land embracing the Mariposa Big Tree Grove , approved June 30, 1864 (commonly known as the Yosemite Grant) which— (1) for one of the first times in United States history set aside land for enjoyment and protection for future generations; and (2) demonstrated—during some of the bloodiest days of the Civil War—the unique vision of the United States to protect what would become one of the most cherished and iconic national parks; Whereas with President Lincoln’s action, this vision was codified and marked Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove as the seed of the conservation movement in what is now known as America’s Best Idea ; Whereas June 30, 1864, marks the birth of the national park idea, the concept that has inspired over 400 National Park units in the United States and hundreds of national parks worldwide; Whereas the land surrounding Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove was designated the 3 rd national park on October 1, 1890, and Yosemite Valley and Mariposa Grove were added to Yosemite National Park in 1906; Whereas the land preserved within Yosemite National Park is part of the ancestral homeland of several American Indian tribes and groups; Whereas Yosemite National Park was dedicated a World Heritage Site in 1984 and has fostered sister park relationships with national parks in foreign countries including— (1) Huangshan National Park and Jiuzhaigou National Park in China; and (2) Torres del Paine National Park in Chile; Whereas Yosemite National Park, a leader within the National Park Service, is— (1) the first national park to open a museum; (2) the first national park to hire a female law enforcement ranger; (3) the birthplace of rustic style architecture and of big wall rock climbing; (4) the first national park to formally implement park education and interpretation programs; and (5) the first national park to partner with a nonprofit stewardship organization; Whereas Yosemite National Park receives over 4,000,000 visitors each year from around the world; Whereas Yosemite National Park is home to a variety of natural resource features, containing— (1) wilderness areas encompassing 94 percent of the park’s acreage; (2) more than 800 miles of trails including the renowned Pacific Crest Trail and John Muir Trail; (3) 2 federally designated wild and scenic rivers, the Tuolumne River and the Merced River; (4) the largest intact subalpine meadow complex in the Sierra Nevada; and (5) 30 properties and districts listed on the National Register of Historic Places and 5 National Historic Landmarks; Whereas Yosemite National Park continues to embody amazing opportunities for recreation and public enjoyment in one of the most amazing natural physical landscapes in the world; and Whereas the preservation of Yosemite National Park is a testament to the commitment and determination of many dedicated people and institutions over the past 150 years: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) recognizes and honors the 150 th anniversary of the establishment of the Act entitled An Act authorizing a Grant to the State of California of the Yo-Semite Valley and of the Land embracing the Mariposa Big Tree Grove , approved June 30, 1864 (commonly known as the Yosemite Grant) (referred to in this resolving clause as the Yosemite Grant Act ) on June 30, 2014; and (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe and honor the 150 th anniversary of the establishment of the Yosemite Grant Act. |
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June 25, 2014
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Mr. Cornyn
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Mr. Cruz
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Congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association
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Whereas the San Antonio Spurs (referred to in this preamble as the
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Spurs
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<quote>
NBA
</quote>
)
Championship in franchise history on Sunday, June 15, 2014, by defeating
the Miami Heat with a score of 104-87 in the fifth game of the NBA Finals
at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during the 2014 NBA playoffs, the Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks, Portland
Trailblazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Miami Heat;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Spurs defeated the Miami Heat, in a rematch of the 2013 NBA Finals, to clinch
their fourth title in less than a decade;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the San Antonio Spurs overcame an early 16-point deficit to finish the final series in a
decisive fashion, winning by 17 points and securing the NBA championship
in only 5 games;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas during the 2014 postseason, the Spurs won more playoff games by 15 points or more than any
team
in NBA history;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Spurs outscored opponents in the playoffs by 214 points and finished the NBA Finals
with a plus 70 point differential, both of which are NBA records;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Spurs have the highest field-goal percentage in NBA Finals history at 52.8 percent;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas since its founding in 1967, the San Antonio Spurs franchise has won 5 world
championships, 6 conference titles, and 20 division titles;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the 2013-2014 Spurs roster was comprised of players Jeff Ayres, Aron Baynes, Marco
Belinelli, Matt Bonner, Austin Daye, Boris Diaw, Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobli,
Danny Green, Damion James, Cory Joseph, Kawhi Leonard, Patty Mills, Tony
Parker, and Tiago Splitter, all of whom contributed positively to the
team's success;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas, Kawhi Leonard was named the Most Valuable Player during the 2014 Finals, averaging 22
points and
10 rebounds for the San Antonio Spurs;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Tim Duncan broke the record previously held by Kareem Abdul-Jabar for most postseason
minutes with 8,870 minutes and exceeded Earvin
<quote>
Magic
</quote>
Johnson's previous record for postseason double-doubles with 158;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobli have more playoff wins combined than any other
3 players on one team in NBA history;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Spurs Head Coach and 2014 NBA Coach of the Year Award Winner Gregg Popovich added to his
growing list of accomplishments and impressive legacy by winning his fifth
NBA championship;
</text>
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<whereas>
<text>
Whereas Spurs Sports and Entertainment owner and Chief Executive Officer Peter Holt and General
Manager R. C. Buford have built the Spurs into one of the most successful
organizations in NBA history;
</text>
</whereas>
<whereas>
<text>
Whereas the Spurs coaching staff and management have shown a positive commitment to the franchise
by successfully acquiring and maintaining a team of players dedicated to
discipline, leadership, and achievement;
</text>
</whereas>
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<text>
Whereas the Spurs serve the greater San Antonio community by promoting education and literacy,
encouraging civic responsibility and engagement, and striving to enhance
the quality of life for San Antonians and South Texans alike; and
</text>
</whereas>
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Whereas the Spurs remain the pride and joy of the City of San Antonio: Now, therefore, be it
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That the Senate—
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congratulates the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association Finals;
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recognizes the achievements of all the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the 2014
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requests that the Secretary of the Senate prepare an enrolled version of this resolution for
presentation to—
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(A)
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the owner of San Antonio Spurs;
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(B)
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the general manager for the San Antonio Spurs; and
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the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 485 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 25, 2014 Mr. Cornyn (for himself and Mr. Cruz ) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Congratulating the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association Championship.
Whereas the San Antonio Spurs (referred to in this preamble as the Spurs ) won their fifth National Basketball Association (referred to in this preamble as the NBA ) Championship in franchise history on Sunday, June 15, 2014, by defeating the Miami Heat with a score of 104-87 in the fifth game of the NBA Finals at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas; Whereas during the 2014 NBA playoffs, the Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks, Portland Trailblazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Miami Heat; Whereas the Spurs defeated the Miami Heat, in a rematch of the 2013 NBA Finals, to clinch their fourth title in less than a decade; Whereas the San Antonio Spurs overcame an early 16-point deficit to finish the final series in a decisive fashion, winning by 17 points and securing the NBA championship in only 5 games; Whereas during the 2014 postseason, the Spurs won more playoff games by 15 points or more than any team in NBA history; Whereas the Spurs outscored opponents in the playoffs by 214 points and finished the NBA Finals with a plus 70 point differential, both of which are NBA records; Whereas the Spurs have the highest field-goal percentage in NBA Finals history at 52.8 percent; Whereas since its founding in 1967, the San Antonio Spurs franchise has won 5 world championships, 6 conference titles, and 20 division titles; Whereas the 2013-2014 Spurs roster was comprised of players Jeff Ayres, Aron Baynes, Marco Belinelli, Matt Bonner, Austin Daye, Boris Diaw, Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobli, Danny Green, Damion James, Cory Joseph, Kawhi Leonard, Patty Mills, Tony Parker, and Tiago Splitter, all of whom contributed positively to the team's success; Whereas, Kawhi Leonard was named the Most Valuable Player during the 2014 Finals, averaging 22 points and 10 rebounds for the San Antonio Spurs; Whereas Tim Duncan broke the record previously held by Kareem Abdul-Jabar for most postseason minutes with 8,870 minutes and exceeded Earvin Magic Johnson's previous record for postseason double-doubles with 158; Whereas Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and Manu Ginobli have more playoff wins combined than any other 3 players on one team in NBA history; Whereas Spurs Head Coach and 2014 NBA Coach of the Year Award Winner Gregg Popovich added to his growing list of accomplishments and impressive legacy by winning his fifth NBA championship; Whereas Spurs Sports and Entertainment owner and Chief Executive Officer Peter Holt and General Manager R. C. Buford have built the Spurs into one of the most successful organizations in NBA history; Whereas the Spurs coaching staff and management have shown a positive commitment to the franchise by successfully acquiring and maintaining a team of players dedicated to discipline, leadership, and achievement; Whereas the Spurs serve the greater San Antonio community by promoting education and literacy, encouraging civic responsibility and engagement, and striving to enhance the quality of life for San Antonians and South Texans alike; and Whereas the Spurs remain the pride and joy of the City of San Antonio: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate— (1) congratulates the San Antonio Spurs for winning the 2014 National Basketball Association Finals; (2) recognizes the achievements of all the players, coaches, and staff who contributed to the 2014 season; (3) requests that the Secretary of the Senate prepare an enrolled version of this resolution for presentation to— (A) the owner of San Antonio Spurs; (B) the general manager for the San Antonio Spurs; and (C) the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. |
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113th CONGRESS
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S. RES. 486
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
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June 26, 2014
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Mr. Cornyn
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Mr. Rubio
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Mr. Coats
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Mr. Boozman
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Mr. McCain
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Expressing the sense of the Senate that President Obama should take immediate action to mitigate
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Whereas there is a growing humanitarian crisis along the international border between the United
States and Mexico;
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Whereas the United States welcomes lawful immigrants and has established appropriate channels for
the lawful admission of refugees;
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Whereas, since October 2013, officials in the Department of Homeland Security have apprehended more
than 47,000 unaccompanied migrant children after they crossed that border
without legal authorization;
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Whereas the majority of these children have arrived in the United States through the Rio Grande
Valley Sector in Texas but the effects of this surge in illegal
immigration have been felt across the United States;
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Whereas this surge in illegal immigration has undermined the ability of the Department of Homeland
Security and other law enforcement agencies to protect the United States
from criminal and national security threats;
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Whereas the vast majority of these children have traveled to the United States from countries in
Central America, a journey of more than 1,000 miles that traverses some of
the most dangerous territory in the Western Hemisphere and smuggling
routes operated by drug cartels and other transnational criminal
organizations;
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Whereas these transnational criminal organizations routinely commit acts of human trafficking,
sexual assault, exploitation, kidnapping, and homicide against children
who are the victims of their human smuggling operations;
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Whereas children making this journey face other grave dangers such as riding on top of crowded
railroad cars, dehydration, heat exposure, and drowning;
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Whereas it is unknown how many children making this journey have perished or become victims of
violent crime while traveling to the United States;
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Whereas it is the duty of the United States Government to identify and provide humanitarian relief
to any unaccompanied migrant child who is—
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the victim of a crime;
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a refugee;
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an asylee; or
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eligible for any other form of immigration relief under the immigration laws;
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Whereas the current and previous administration, each headed by a President belonging to a
different political party, have failed to adequately secure the
international
border between the United States and Mexico and enforce the immigration
laws;
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Whereas, beginning in 2010, President Obama and the Secretary of Homeland Security announced a
series of executive actions, public statements, and enforcement decisions
that have
created a misperception outside of the United States that children
entering the United States without legal authorization will receive relief
from immigration enforcement consequences;
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Whereas these executive actions and the continuing failures of President Obama and the Secretary of
Homeland
Security to adequately secure the international
border between the United States and Mexico and enforce the immigration
laws are a proximate and
material cause of the growing humanitarian crisis along the international
border between the United States and Mexico;
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Whereas the failure of the United States Government to enforce the immigration laws has undermined
trust in the commitment of
the United States Government to enforcing such laws;
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Whereas the Senate must do everything in its power to mitigate the growing humanitarian threat
along the international border between the United States and Mexico and to
prevent additional unaccompanied migrant children from making the
dangerous journey to the United States; and
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Whereas this cannot be accomplished until President Obama has demonstrated to people of the United
States that he is serious about stopping this humanitarian crisis and
preventing similar crises in the future by enforcing the immigration laws:
Now, therefore, be it
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That it is the sense of the Senate that President Obama should—
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publicly declare that no deferred action program granting relief from immigration enforcement shall
apply to any unaccompanied migrant child who unlawfully enters the United
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publicly discourage people in Central America and elsewhere from sending their children on a
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begin fully enforcing the immigration laws;
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ensure that each State that is affected by the surge in unaccompanied migrant children entering the
United States has the resources needed by that
State to address this crisis while ensuring that such children are treated
humanely; and
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work with the Government of Mexico and the governments of countries in Central America to improve
security along the international borders between Mexico and Guatemala, and
Mexico and Belize.
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| III 113th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 486 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES June 26, 2014 Mr. Cornyn (for himself, Mr. Rubio , Mr. Coats , Mr. Boozman , and Mr. McCain ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary RESOLUTION Expressing the sense of the Senate that President Obama should take immediate action to mitigate the humanitarian crisis along the international border between the United States and Mexico involving unaccompanied migrant children and to prevent future crises.
Whereas there is a growing humanitarian crisis along the international border between the United States and Mexico; Whereas the United States welcomes lawful immigrants and has established appropriate channels for the lawful admission of refugees; Whereas, since October 2013, officials in the Department of Homeland Security have apprehended more than 47,000 unaccompanied migrant children after they crossed that border without legal authorization; Whereas the majority of these children have arrived in the United States through the Rio Grande Valley Sector in Texas but the effects of this surge in illegal immigration have been felt across the United States; Whereas this surge in illegal immigration has undermined the ability of the Department of Homeland Security and other law enforcement agencies to protect the United States from criminal and national security threats; Whereas the vast majority of these children have traveled to the United States from countries in Central America, a journey of more than 1,000 miles that traverses some of the most dangerous territory in the Western Hemisphere and smuggling routes operated by drug cartels and other transnational criminal organizations; Whereas these transnational criminal organizations routinely commit acts of human trafficking, sexual assault, exploitation, kidnapping, and homicide against children who are the victims of their human smuggling operations; Whereas children making this journey face other grave dangers such as riding on top of crowded railroad cars, dehydration, heat exposure, and drowning; Whereas it is unknown how many children making this journey have perished or become victims of violent crime while traveling to the United States; Whereas it is the duty of the United States Government to identify and provide humanitarian relief to any unaccompanied migrant child who is— (1) the victim of a crime; (2) a refugee; (3) an asylee; or (4) eligible for any other form of immigration relief under the immigration laws; Whereas the current and previous administration, each headed by a President belonging to a different political party, have failed to adequately secure the international border between the United States and Mexico and enforce the immigration laws; Whereas, beginning in 2010, President Obama and the Secretary of Homeland Security announced a series of executive actions, public statements, and enforcement decisions that have created a misperception outside of the United States that children entering the United States without legal authorization will receive relief from immigration enforcement consequences; Whereas these executive actions and the continuing failures of President Obama and the Secretary of Homeland Security to adequately secure the international border between the United States and Mexico and enforce the immigration laws are a proximate and material cause of the growing humanitarian crisis along the international border between the United States and Mexico; Whereas the failure of the United States Government to enforce the immigration laws has undermined trust in the commitment of the United States Government to enforcing such laws; Whereas the Senate must do everything in its power to mitigate the growing humanitarian threat along the international border between the United States and Mexico and to prevent additional unaccompanied migrant children from making the dangerous journey to the United States; and Whereas this cannot be accomplished until President Obama has demonstrated to people of the United States that he is serious about stopping this humanitarian crisis and preventing similar crises in the future by enforcing the immigration laws: Now, therefore, be it
That it is the sense of the Senate that President Obama should— (1) publicly declare that no deferred action program granting relief from immigration enforcement shall apply to any unaccompanied migrant child who unlawfully enters the United States; (2) publicly discourage people in Central America and elsewhere from sending their children on a dangerous journey through Mexico to the United States; (3) begin fully enforcing the immigration laws; (4) ensure that each State that is affected by the surge in unaccompanied migrant children entering the United States has the resources needed by that State to address this crisis while ensuring that such children are treated humanely; and (5) work with the Government of Mexico and the governments of countries in Central America to improve security along the international borders between Mexico and Guatemala, and Mexico and Belize. |