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Senator Jim Webb (1946 - )In Congress 2007 - 2013

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Virginia Senate: 110th-112th (2007-2013)
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  1. RESOLUTION
    1. S.Res.630 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution congratulating the Navy and the current and former officers and crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise (CVN 65) on completion of the 26th and final deployment of the vessel. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 01/02/2013) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: 01/02/2013 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8668; text as passed Senate: CR S8668; text of measure as introduced: CR S8666) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  2. 1. S.Res.630 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution congratulating the Navy and the current and former officers and crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise (CVN 65) on completion of the 26th and final deployment of the vessel. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 01/02/2013) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: 01/02/2013 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8668; text as passed Senate: CR S8668; text of measure as introduced: CR S8666) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  3. AMENDMENT
    2. S.Amdt.3439   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To require a report on the impact of the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 on the privacy of the people of the United States. Amends Bill: H.R.5949 Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Submitted 12/28/2012) (Proposed 12/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/28/12 Amendment SA 3439, under the order of 12/21/12, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 52. Record Vote Number: 235. (All Actions)
  4. 2. S.Amdt.3439   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To require a report on the impact of the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 on the privacy of the people of the United States. Amends Bill: H.R.5949 Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Submitted 12/28/2012) (Proposed 12/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/28/12 Amendment SA 3439, under the order of 12/21/12, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 43 - 52. Record Vote Number: 235. (All Actions)
  5. AMENDMENT
    3. S.Amdt.3344 to S.Amdt.3395   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide for the approval of an agreement between the United States and the Republic of Palau in response to Super Typhoon Bopha. Amends Bill: H.R.1 Sponsor: Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] (Submitted 12/17/2012) (Proposed 12/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/28/12 Amendment SA 3344, under the order of 12/27/12, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, the amendment was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 43. Record Vote Number: 237. (All Actions)
  6. 3. S.Amdt.3344 to S.Amdt.3395   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To provide for the approval of an agreement between the United States and the Republic of Palau in response to Super Typhoon Bopha. Amends Bill: H.R.1 Sponsor: Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] (Submitted 12/17/2012) (Proposed 12/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/28/12 Amendment SA 3344, under the order of 12/27/12, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, the amendment was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 43. Record Vote Number: 237. (All Actions)
  7. AMENDMENT
    4. S.Amdt.3438   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: H.R.5949 Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Submitted 12/27/2012)
  8. 4. S.Amdt.3438   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: H.R.5949 Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Submitted 12/27/2012)
  9. AMENDMENT
    5. S.Amdt.3412   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: H.R.1 Sponsor: Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] (Submitted 12/20/2012)
  10. 5. S.Amdt.3412   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: H.R.1 Sponsor: Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] (Submitted 12/20/2012)
  11. BILL
    6. S.241 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Non-Federal Employee Whistleblower Protection Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 01/31/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 569. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  12. 6. S.241 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Non-Federal Employee Whistleblower Protection Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 01/31/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 569. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  13. RESOLUTION
    7. S.Con.Res.65 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution congratulating the Navy and the current and former officers and crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise (CVN 65) on completion of the 25th and final deployment of the vessel. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 12/19/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8206) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  14. 7. S.Con.Res.65 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution congratulating the Navy and the current and former officers and crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise (CVN 65) on completion of the 25th and final deployment of the vessel. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 12/19/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8206) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  15. RESOLUTION
    8. S.Res.618 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution observing the 100th birthday of civil rights icon Rosa Parks and commemorating her legacy. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 12/13/2012) Cosponsors: (58) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8232-8233) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  16. 8. S.Res.618 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution observing the 100th birthday of civil rights icon Rosa Parks and commemorating her legacy. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 12/13/2012) Cosponsors: (58) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/19/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8232-8233) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  17. RESOLUTION
    9. S.Res.624 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Daniel Ken Inouye, Senator from the State of Hawaii. Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 12/18/2012) Cosponsors: (98) Latest Action: 12/18/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8152; text as passed Senate: CR S8152; text of measure as introduced: CR S8140) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  18. 9. S.Res.624 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Daniel Ken Inouye, Senator from the State of Hawaii. Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 12/18/2012) Cosponsors: (98) Latest Action: 12/18/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8152; text as passed Senate: CR S8152; text of measure as introduced: CR S8140) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  19. RESOLUTION
    10. S.Res.621 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution condemning the horrific attacks in Newtown, Connecticut, and expressing support and prayers for all those impacted by that tragedy. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 12/17/2012) Cosponsors: (98) Latest Action: 12/17/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8089-8090; text as passed Senate: CR S8090; text of measure as introduced: CR S8073) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  20. 10. S.Res.621 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution condemning the horrific attacks in Newtown, Connecticut, and expressing support and prayers for all those impacted by that tragedy. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 12/17/2012) Cosponsors: (98) Latest Action: 12/17/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8089-8090; text as passed Senate: CR S8090; text of measure as introduced: CR S8073) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  21. BILL
    11. S.3682 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) CAMPUS Safety Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 12/13/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/13/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  22. 11. S.3682 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) CAMPUS Safety Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 12/13/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/13/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  23. RESOLUTION
    12. S.Res.612 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Arlen Specter, distinguished former Senator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] (Introduced 12/10/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 12/10/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7706-7707; text as passed Senate: CR S7706-7707; text of measure as introduced: CR S7704) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  24. 12. S.Res.612 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Arlen Specter, distinguished former Senator for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] (Introduced 12/10/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 12/10/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7706-7707; text as passed Senate: CR S7706-7707; text of measure as introduced: CR S7704) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  25. AMENDMENT
    13. S.Amdt.3293 to S.Amdt.3054   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 12/03/2012)
  26. 13. S.Amdt.3293 to S.Amdt.3054   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 12/03/2012)
  27. AMENDMENT
    14. S.Amdt.3144   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend section 704 of title 18, United States Code. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 3144 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  28. 14. S.Amdt.3144   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To amend section 704 of title 18, United States Code. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 3144 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  29. AMENDMENT
    15. S.Amdt.3054   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: Relative to notice to Congress for the review of proposals to name naval vessels. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 3054 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S7325) (All Actions)
  30. 15. S.Amdt.3054   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose Relative to notice to Congress for the review of proposals to name naval vessels. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 3054 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S7325) (All Actions)
  31. AMENDMENT
    16. S.Amdt.2943   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To make Department of Defense law enforcement officers eligible under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/26/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 2943 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  32. 16. S.Amdt.2943   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To make Department of Defense law enforcement officers eligible under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/26/2012) (Proposed 12/03/2012) Latest Action: 12/03/12 Amendment SA 2943 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  33. RESOLUTION
    17. S.Res.607 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable George McGovern, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota. Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD] (Introduced 11/30/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 11/30/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7310; text as passed Senate: CR S7310; text of measure as introduced: CR S7306) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  34. 17. S.Res.607 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable George McGovern, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota. Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD] (Introduced 11/30/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 11/30/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7310; text as passed Senate: CR S7310; text of measure as introduced: CR S7306) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  35. AMENDMENT
    18. S.Amdt.3009   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide for congressional review of any bilateral security agreement with Afghanistan. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/30/2012) Latest Action: 11/30/12 Amendment SA 3009 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  36. 18. S.Amdt.3009   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To provide for congressional review of any bilateral security agreement with Afghanistan. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/30/2012) Latest Action: 11/30/12 Amendment SA 3009 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  37. RESOLUTION
    19. S.Res.604 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Warren B. Rudman, former United States Senator for the State of New Hampshire. Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (Introduced 11/29/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 11/29/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7277-7278; text as passed Senate: CR S7278; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  38. 19. S.Res.604 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Warren B. Rudman, former United States Senator for the State of New Hampshire. Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (Introduced 11/29/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 11/29/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7277-7278; text as passed Senate: CR S7278; text of measure as introduced: CR S7220) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  39. AMENDMENT
    20. S.Amdt.3275   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To express the sense of the Senate on the situation in the Senkaku Islands. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3275 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  40. 20. S.Amdt.3275   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To express the sense of the Senate on the situation in the Senkaku Islands. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3275 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  41. AMENDMENT
    21. S.Amdt.3205   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2012)
  42. 21. S.Amdt.3205   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2012)
  43. AMENDMENT
    22. S.Amdt.3018   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To clarify that an authorization to use military force, a declaration of war, or any similar authority shall not authorize the detention without charge or trial of a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3018 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 67 - 29. Record Vote Number: 213. (All Actions)
  44. 22. S.Amdt.3018   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To clarify that an authorization to use military force, a declaration of war, or any similar authority shall not authorize the detention without charge or trial of a citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3018 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 67 - 29. Record Vote Number: 213. (All Actions)
  45. AMENDMENT
    23. S.Amdt.2949   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To extend the temporary increase in accumulated leave carryover for members of the Armed Forces. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2949 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  46. 23. S.Amdt.2949   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To extend the temporary increase in accumulated leave carryover for members of the Armed Forces. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2949 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  47. AMENDMENT
    24. S.Amdt.2948   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To extend the authority to provide a temporary increase in rates of basic allowance for housing under certain circumstances. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2948 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  48. 24. S.Amdt.2948   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To extend the authority to provide a temporary increase in rates of basic allowance for housing under certain circumstances. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2948 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
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    25. S.Amdt.2929   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To improve authorities and limitations relating to wartime contracting and other acquisition-related provisions. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Submitted 11/26/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2929 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  50. 25. S.Amdt.2929   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To improve authorities and limitations relating to wartime contracting and other acquisition-related provisions. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Submitted 11/26/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 2929 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  51. AMENDMENT
    26. S.Amdt.3184   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE] (Submitted 11/28/2012)
  52. 26. S.Amdt.3184   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE] (Submitted 11/28/2012)
  53. AMENDMENT
    27. S.Amdt.3051   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To authorize additional Marine Corps personnel for the performance of security functions for United States embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic facilities abroad. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 11/28/2012) Latest Action: 11/28/12 Amendment SA 3051 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  54. 27. S.Amdt.3051   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To authorize additional Marine Corps personnel for the performance of security functions for United States embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic facilities abroad. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 11/28/2012) Latest Action: 11/28/12 Amendment SA 3051 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  55. AMENDMENT
    28. S.Amdt.2958   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012)
  56. 28. S.Amdt.2958   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012)
  57. AMENDMENT
    29. S.Amdt.2957   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012)
  58. 29. S.Amdt.2957   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/27/2012)
  59. AMENDMENT
    30. S.Amdt.2928   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Submitted 11/26/2012)
  60. 30. S.Amdt.2928   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Submitted 11/26/2012)
  61. RESOLUTION
    31. S.Res.490 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 16, 2012, as "Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week", reaffirming the importance of an enhanced and coordinated research effort on mitochondrial diseases, and commending the National Institutes of Health for its efforts to improve the understanding of mitochondrial diseases. Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 11/15/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6870-6871) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  62. 31. S.Res.490 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 16, 2012, as "Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week", reaffirming the importance of an enhanced and coordinated research effort on mitochondrial... Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 11/15/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6870-6871) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  63. AMENDMENT
    32. S.Amdt.2914   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3525 Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Submitted 11/14/2012)
  64. 32. S.Amdt.2914   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3525 Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Submitted 11/14/2012)
  65. RESOLUTION
    33. S.Res.588 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, United States Ambassador to Libya John Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty, for their tireless efforts on behalf of the American people, and condemning the violent attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 09/22/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 09/22/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 9/21/2012 S6679-6684; text as passed Senate: CR 9/21/2012 S6683-6684; text of measure as introduced: CR 9/21/2012 S6634-6635) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  66. 33. S.Res.588 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, United States Ambassador to Libya John Christopher Stevens, Sean Smith, Tyrone Woods, and Glen Doherty, for their... Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 09/22/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 09/22/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 9/21/2012 S6679-6684; text as passed Senate: CR 9/21/2012 S6683-6684; text of measure as introduced: CR 9/21/2012 S6634-6635) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  67. RESOLUTION
    34. S.Res.579 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 24 through September 28, 2012, as "National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week". Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 09/22/2012) Cosponsors: (28) Latest Action: 09/22/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 9/21/2012 S6679-6684; text as passed Senate: CR 9/21/2012 S6681; text of measure as introduced: CR 9/21/2012 S6631) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  68. 34. S.Res.579 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 24 through September 28, 2012, as "National Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week". Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 09/22/2012) Cosponsors: (28) Latest Action: 09/22/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR 9/21/2012 S6679-6684; text as passed Senate: CR 9/21/2012 S6681; text of measure as introduced: CR 9/21/2012 S6631) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  69. RESOLUTION
    35. S.Res.566 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating September 29, 2012, as "National Estuaries Day". Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 09/19/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 09/19/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6469-6472; text as passed Senate: CR S6471; text of measure as introduced: CR S6466) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  70. 35. S.Res.566 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating September 29, 2012, as "National Estuaries Day". Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 09/19/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 09/19/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6469-6472; text as passed Senate: CR S6471; text of measure as introduced: CR S6466) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  71. BILL
    36. S.3536 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) VOW to Hire Heroes Extension Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  72. 36. S.3536 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) VOW to Hire Heroes Extension Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  73. BILL
    37. S.2259 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] (Introduced 03/29/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.4114, which became Public Law 112-198 on 11/27/2012. Tracker:

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  74. 37. S.2259 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] (Introduced 03/29/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.4114, which became Public Law 112-198 on 11/27/2012. Tracker:

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  75. BILL
    38. S.1707 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 10/13/2011) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  76. 38. S.1707 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 10/13/2011) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  77. RESOLUTION
    39. S.Res.552 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as "National Principals Month". Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6286; text as passed Senate: CR S6286; text of measure as introduced: CR S6274) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  78. 39. S.Res.552 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as "National Principals Month". Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6286; text as passed Senate: CR S6286; text of measure as introduced: CR S6274) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  79. RESOLUTION
    40. S.Res.551 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, including Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, for their tireless efforts on behalf of the American people and condemning the violent attack on the United States consulate in Benghazi. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6285-6286; text as passed Senate: CR S6286; text of measure as introduced: CR S6273-6274) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  80. 40. S.Res.551 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the 4 American public servants who died in Benghazi, Libya, including Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, for their tireless efforts on behalf of the American people and... Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 09/12/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 09/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6285-6286; text as passed Senate: CR S6286; text of measure as introduced: CR S6273-6274) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  81. RESOLUTION
    41. S.Con.Res.17 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 05/12/2011) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 09/11/2012 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  82. 41. S.Con.Res.17 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Taiwan should be accorded observer status in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 05/12/2011) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 09/11/2012 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  83. BILL
    42. S.3512 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Coal Ash Recycling and Oversight Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  84. 42. S.3512 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Coal Ash Recycling and Oversight Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  85. BILL
    43. S.379 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/17/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Indian Affairs Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-201 Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 491. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  86. 43. S.379 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/17/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Indian Affairs Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-201 Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 491. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  87. RESOLUTION
    44. S.Res.546 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 10, 2012, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week". Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6012-6013; text as passed Senate: CR S6012-6013; text of measure as introduced: CR S5992-5993) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  88. 44. S.Res.546 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of September 10, 2012, as "National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week". Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6012-6013; text as passed Senate: CR S6012-6013; text of measure as introduced: CR S5992-5993) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  89. RESOLUTION
    45. S.Res.524 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution reaffirming the strong support of the United States for the 2002 declaration of conduct of parties in the South China Sea among the member states of ASEAN and the People's Republic of China, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 07/23/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6011-6012) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  90. 45. S.Res.524 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution reaffirming the strong support of the United States for the 2002 declaration of conduct of parties in the South China Sea among the member states of ASEAN and the People's Republic of... Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 07/23/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 08/02/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6011-6012) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  91. AMENDMENT
    46. S.Amdt.2779   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the preamble. Amends Bill: S.Res.524 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 08/02/2012) (Proposed 08/02/2012) Latest Action: 08/02/12 Amendment SA 2779 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  92. 46. S.Amdt.2779   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To amend the preamble. Amends Bill: S.Res.524 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 08/02/2012) (Proposed 08/02/2012) Latest Action: 08/02/12 Amendment SA 2779 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  93. RESOLUTION
    47. S.Res.537 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 08/01/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5898-5900; text as passed Senate: CR S5899; text of measure as introduced: CR S5883) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  94. 47. S.Res.537 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 08/01/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5898-5900; text as passed Senate: CR S5899; text of measure as introduced: CR S5883) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  95. AMENDMENT
    48. S.Amdt.2732 to S.Amdt.2731   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: Of a perfecting nature. Amends Bill: S.3414 Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Submitted 07/31/2012) (Proposed 07/31/2012) Latest Action: 07/31/12 Amendment SA 2732 proposed by Senator Reid for Senator Franken to Amendment SA 2731. (consideration: CR S5724; text: CR S5724) (All Actions)
  96. 48. S.Amdt.2732 to S.Amdt.2731   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose Of a perfecting nature. Amends Bill: S.3414 Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Submitted 07/31/2012) (Proposed 07/31/2012) Latest Action: 07/31/12 Amendment SA 2732 proposed by Senator Reid for Senator Franken to Amendment SA 2731. (consideration: CR S5724; text: CR S5724) (All Actions)
  97. BILL
    49. S.3453 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA] (Introduced 07/26/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 07/26/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5492) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  98. 49. S.3453 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA] (Introduced 07/26/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 07/26/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5492) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  99. BILL
    50. S.3438 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Offshore Petroleum Expansion Now Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK] (Introduced 07/25/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: 07/25/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  100. 50. S.3438 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Offshore Petroleum Expansion Now Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK] (Introduced 07/25/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: 07/25/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  101. RESOLUTION
    51. S.Con.Res.53 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution honoring the victims of the Aurora, Colorado, movie theater shooting and condemning the atrocities that occurred in Aurora, Colorado. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Introduced 07/24/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 07/24/2012 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5309) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  102. 51. S.Con.Res.53 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution honoring the victims of the Aurora, Colorado, movie theater shooting and condemning the atrocities that occurred in Aurora, Colorado. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Introduced 07/24/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 07/24/2012 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5309) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  103. BILL
    52. S.3372 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military Service Integrity Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 07/11/2012) Cosponsors: (52) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 07/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  104. 52. S.3372 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military Service Integrity Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 07/11/2012) Cosponsors: (52) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 07/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  105. AMENDMENT
    53. S.Amdt.2457   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To improve access to broadband telecommunication services in rural areas. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 06/18/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2457 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S4341-4343) (All Actions)
  106. 53. S.Amdt.2457   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To improve access to broadband telecommunication services in rural areas. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 06/18/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2457 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S4341-4343) (All Actions)
  107. RESOLUTION
    54. S.J.Res.45 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution amending title 36, United States Code, to designate June 19 as "Juneteenth Independence Day". Sponsor: Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (30) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  108. 54. S.J.Res.45 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution amending title 36, United States Code, to designate June 19 as "Juneteenth Independence Day". Sponsor: Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (30) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  109. RESOLUTION
    55. S.Res.496 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 06/19/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4308-4310; text as passed Senate: CR S4308; text of measure as introduced: CR S4304) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  110. 55. S.Res.496 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution observing the historical significance of Juneteenth Independence Day. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (21) Latest Action: 06/19/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4308-4310; text as passed Senate: CR S4308; text of measure as introduced: CR S4304) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  111. BILL
    56. S.2179 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military and Veterans Educational Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 03/08/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/13/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-567. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  112. 56. S.2179 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military and Veterans Educational Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 03/08/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/13/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-567. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  113. BILL
    57. S.3286 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Comprehensive Contingency Contracting Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 06/12/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  114. 57. S.3286 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Comprehensive Contingency Contracting Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 06/12/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  115. BILL
    58. S.811 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Introduced 04/13/2011) Cosponsors: (43) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 06/12/2012 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-915. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  116. 58. S.811 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Employment Non-Discrimination Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Introduced 04/13/2011) Cosponsors: (43) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 06/12/2012 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-915. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  117. AMENDMENT
    59. S.Amdt.2384   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Submitted 06/12/2012)
  118. 59. S.Amdt.2384   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Submitted 06/12/2012)
  119. RESOLUTION
    60. S.Res.476 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the contributions of the late Fang Lizhi to the people of China and the cause of freedom. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 06/04/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/07/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (text: CR S3871-3872) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  120. 60. S.Res.476 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the contributions of the late Fang Lizhi to the people of China and the cause of freedom. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 06/04/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/07/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (text: CR S3871-3872) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  121. RESOLUTION
    61. S.Con.Res.46 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that an appropriate site at the former Navy Dive School at the Washington Navy Yard should be provided for the Man in the Sea Memorial Monument to honor the members of the Armed Forces who have served as divers and whose service in defense of the United States has been carried out beneath the waters of the world. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: 06/06/2012 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3783-3784) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  122. 61. S.Con.Res.46 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that an appropriate site at the former Navy Dive School at the Washington Navy Yard should be provided for the Man in the Sea Memorial... Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: 06/06/2012 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3783-3784) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  123. RESOLUTION
    62. S.Res.481 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and the vitality of the overall bilateral relationship. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 06/05/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Latest Action: 06/05/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3737-3738; text as passed Senate: CR S3737-3738; text of measure as introduced: CR S3733-3734) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  124. 62. S.Res.481 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the United States-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty and the vitality of the overall bilateral relationship. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 06/05/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Latest Action: 06/05/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3737-3738; text as passed Senate: CR S3737-3738; text of measure as introduced: CR S3733-3734) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  125. RESOLUTION
    63. S.Res.475 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable E. James Abdnor, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota. Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 05/25/2012 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  126. 63. S.Res.475 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable E. James Abdnor, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota. Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 05/25/2012 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  127. BILL
    64. S.3176 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military Humanitarian Operations Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 05/14/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 05/14/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  128. 64. S.3176 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military Humanitarian Operations Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 05/14/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 05/14/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  129. BILL
    65. S.2224 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to require the President to report to Congress on issues related to Syria. Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Introduced 03/22/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 05/10/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  130. 65. S.2224 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to require the President to report to Congress on issues related to Syria. Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Introduced 03/22/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 05/10/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  131. AMENDMENT
    66. S.Amdt.2098   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.2224 Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Submitted 05/09/2012) (Proposed 05/09/2012) Latest Action: 05/09/12 Amendment SA 2098 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  132. 66. S.Amdt.2098   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.2224 Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Submitted 05/09/2012) (Proposed 05/09/2012) Latest Action: 05/09/12 Amendment SA 2098 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  133. BILL
    67. S.1925 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (60) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-153 Latest Action: 04/26/2012 Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 31. Record Vote Number: 87. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  134. 67. S.1925 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (60) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-153 Latest Action: 04/26/2012 Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 68 - 31. Record Vote Number: 87. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  135. RESOLUTION
    68. S.Res.419 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition week. Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/17/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 04/26/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2886; text as passed Senate: CR S2886) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  136. 68. S.Res.419 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition week. Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/17/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 04/26/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2886; text as passed Senate: CR S2886) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  137. BILL
    69. S.2294 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Chesapeake Bay Watershed Fairness Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] (Introduced 04/18/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: 04/18/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  138. 69. S.2294 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Chesapeake Bay Watershed Fairness Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] (Introduced 04/18/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: 04/18/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  139. RESOLUTION
    70. S.Res.425 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating April 23, 2012, as "National Adopt a Library Day". Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 04/18/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Latest Action: 04/18/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2517; text as passed Senate: CR S2517; text of measure as introduced: CR S2503) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  140. 70. S.Res.425 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating April 23, 2012, as "National Adopt a Library Day". Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 04/18/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Latest Action: 04/18/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2517; text as passed Senate: CR S2517; text of measure as introduced: CR S2503) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  141. BILL
    71. S.2139 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Comprehensive Contingency Contracting Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 02/29/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 04/17/2012 Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-659. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  142. 71. S.2139 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Comprehensive Contingency Contracting Reform Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 02/29/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Action: 04/17/2012 Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-659. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  143. BILL
    72. S.2219 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) DISCLOSE Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: 03/29/2012 Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-770. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  144. 72. S.2219 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) DISCLOSE Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: 03/29/2012 Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-770. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  145. RESOLUTION
    73. S.Res.356 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing support for the people of Tibet. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 03/29/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2276-2278; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S2276-2277; text as passed Senate: CR S2277-2278) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  146. 73. S.Res.356 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing support for the people of Tibet. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 03/29/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2276-2278; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S2276-2277; text as passed Senate: CR S2277-2278) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  147. BILL
    74. S.2214 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, Virginia. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 03/20/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 03/20/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  148. 74. S.2214 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to remove restrictions from a parcel of land situated in the Atlantic District, Accomack County, Virginia. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 03/20/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 03/20/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  149. BILL
    75. S.2117 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Adult Education and Economic Growth Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: 02/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  150. 75. S.2117 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Adult Education and Economic Growth Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: 02/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  151. BILL
    76. S.2116 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military and Veterans Education Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 02/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  152. 76. S.2116 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Military and Veterans Education Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: 02/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  153. AMENDMENT
    77. S.Amdt.1545   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Submitted 02/13/2012)
  154. 77. S.Amdt.1545   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Submitted 02/13/2012)
  155. RESOLUTION
    78. S.Res.371 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of February 6 through 10, 2012, as "National School Counseling Week". Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 02/09/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Latest Action: 02/09/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S544; text as passed Senate: CR S544; text of measure as introduced: CR S504) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  156. 78. S.Res.371 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating the week of February 6 through 10, 2012, as "National School Counseling Week". Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 02/09/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Latest Action: 02/09/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S544; text as passed Senate: CR S544; text of measure as introduced: CR S504) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  157. BILL
    79. S.2063 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to prohibit the transfer of technology developed using funding provided by the United States Government to entities of certain countries, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/02/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 02/02/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  158. 79. S.2063 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to prohibit the transfer of technology developed using funding provided by the United States Government to entities of certain countries, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 02/02/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 02/02/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  159. AMENDMENT
    80. S.Amdt.1476 to S.Amdt.1470   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.2038 Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Submitted 01/30/2012) (Proposed 01/31/2012) Latest Action: 02/02/12 Proposed amendment SA 1476 withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S299) (All Actions)
  160. 80. S.Amdt.1476 to S.Amdt.1470   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.2038 Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Submitted 01/30/2012) (Proposed 01/31/2012) Latest Action: 02/02/12 Proposed amendment SA 1476 withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S299) (All Actions)
  161. BILL
    81. S.1740 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Reauthorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Introduced 10/19/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-139 Latest Action: 01/26/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  162. 81. S.1740 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Chesapeake Bay Gateways and Watertrails Network Reauthorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Introduced 10/19/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Committee Reports: S. Rept. 112-139 Latest Action: 01/26/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 305. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  163. RESOLUTION
    82. S.Res.349 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating and honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces and their families as the official combat mission in Iraq draws to a close. Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 12/17/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 12/17/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8759-8760; text as passed Senate: CR S8759; text of measure as introduced: CR H8775-8776) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  164. 82. S.Res.349 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating and honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces and their families as the official combat mission in Iraq draws to a close. Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 12/17/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: 12/17/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S8759-8760; text as passed Senate: CR S8759; text of measure as introduced: CR H8775-8776) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  165. BILL
    83. S.1990 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to require the Transportation Security Administration to comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 12/14/2011) Cosponsors: (39) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 12/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8604) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3670, which became Public Law 112-171 on 8/16/2012. Tracker:

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  166. 83. S.1990 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to require the Transportation Security Administration to comply with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 12/14/2011) Cosponsors: (39) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: 12/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8604) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3670, which became Public Law 112-171 on 8/16/2012. Tracker:

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  167. LAW
    84. S.1541 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to revise the Federal charter for the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. to reflect a change in eligibility requirements for membership. Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] (Introduced 09/12/2011) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/13/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-65. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  168. 84. S.1541 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to revise the Federal charter for the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. to reflect a change in eligibility requirements for membership. Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO] (Introduced 09/12/2011) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/13/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-65. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  169. BILL
    85. S.1961 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) LIHEAP Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (Introduced 12/07/2011) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Appropriations Latest Action: 12/07/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8417) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  170. 85. S.1961 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) LIHEAP Protection Act Sponsor: Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI] (Introduced 12/07/2011) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Appropriations Latest Action: 12/07/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8417) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  171. RESOLUTION
    86. S.Res.343 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 84th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on December 5, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 12/05/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: 12/05/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8342; text as passed Senate: CR S8342; text of measure as introduced: CR S8187) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  172. 86. S.Res.343 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 84th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on December 5, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 12/05/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: 12/05/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8342; text as passed Senate: CR S8342; text of measure as introduced: CR S8187) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  173. RESOLUTION
    87. S.Res.227 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution calling for the protection of the Mekong River Basin and increased United States support for delaying the construction of mainstream dams along the Mekong River. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 07/07/2011) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 12/01/2011 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 249. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-12-01 [displayText] => Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Kerry with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title and with an amended preamble. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced )
  174. 87. S.Res.227 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution calling for the protection of the Mekong River Basin and increased United States support for delaying the construction of mainstream dams along the Mekong River. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 07/07/2011) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 12/01/2011 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 249. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  175. AMENDMENT
    88. S.Amdt.1209   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To repeal the requirement for reduction of survivor annuities under the Survivor Benefit Plan by veterans' dependency and indemnity compensation. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1209 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  176. 88. S.Amdt.1209   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To repeal the requirement for reduction of survivor annuities under the Survivor Benefit Plan by veterans' dependency and indemnity compensation. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1209 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
  177. AMENDMENT
    89. S.Amdt.1182   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To prohibit the permanent stationing of more than two Army Brigade Combat Teams within the geographic boundaries of the United States European Command. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1182 ruled non-germane by the chair. (All Actions)
  178. 89. S.Amdt.1182   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To prohibit the permanent stationing of more than two Army Brigade Combat Teams within the geographic boundaries of the United States European Command. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1182 ruled non-germane by the chair. (All Actions)
  179. AMENDMENT
    90. S.Amdt.1138   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide for the exhumation and transfer of remains of deceased members of the Armed Forces buried in Tripoli, Libya. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1138 ruled non-germane by the chair. (All Actions)
  180. 90. S.Amdt.1138   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To provide for the exhumation and transfer of remains of deceased members of the Armed Forces buried in Tripoli, Libya. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1138 ruled non-germane by the chair. (All Actions)
  181. AMENDMENT
    91. S.Amdt.1126   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To limit the authority of the Armed Forces to detain citizens of the United States under section 1031. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1126 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 214. (All Actions)
  182. 91. S.Amdt.1126   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To limit the authority of the Armed Forces to detain citizens of the United States under section 1031. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1126 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 214. (All Actions)
  183. AMENDMENT
    92. S.Amdt.1125   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To clarify the applicability of requirements for military custody with respect to detainees. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1125 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 213. (All Actions)
  184. 92. S.Amdt.1125   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To clarify the applicability of requirements for military custody with respect to detainees. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 12/01/11 Amendment SA 1125 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 213. (All Actions)
  185. AMENDMENT
    93. S.Amdt.1298   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To extend the time limit for submittal of claims under TRICARE for care provided outside the United States. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/18/2011) (Proposed 11/30/2011) Latest Action: 11/30/11 Amendment SA 1298 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  186. 93. S.Amdt.1298   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To extend the time limit for submittal of claims under TRICARE for care provided outside the United States. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/18/2011) (Proposed 11/30/2011) Latest Action: 11/30/11 Amendment SA 1298 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
  187. AMENDMENT
    94. S.Amdt.1172   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To require a report assessing the reimbursements from the Coalition Support Fund to the Government of Pakistan for operations conducted in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 11/30/11 Amendment SA 1172 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S8033-8034) (All Actions)
  188. 94. S.Amdt.1172   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To require a report assessing the reimbursements from the Coalition Support Fund to the Government of Pakistan for operations conducted in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Corker, Bob [R-TN] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/18/2011) Latest Action: 11/30/11 Amendment SA 1172 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S8033-8034) (All Actions)
  189. AMENDMENT
    95. S.Amdt.1425   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2011)
  190. 95. S.Amdt.1425   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/29/2011)
  191. AMENDMENT
    96. S.Amdt.1107   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To revise the provisions relating to detainee matters. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/29/11 Amendment SA 1107 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 38 - 60. Record Vote Number: 210. (All Actions)
  192. 96. S.Amdt.1107   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To revise the provisions relating to detainee matters. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/29/11 Amendment SA 1107 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 38 - 60. Record Vote Number: 210. (All Actions)
  193. AMENDMENT
    97. S.Amdt.1092   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To bolster the detection and avoidance of counterfeit electronic parts. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/29/11 Amendment SA 1092 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S7966-7967) (All Actions)
  194. 97. S.Amdt.1092   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose To bolster the detection and avoidance of counterfeit electronic parts. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/29/11 Amendment SA 1092 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S7966-7967) (All Actions)
  195. AMENDMENT
    98. S.Amdt.1397   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
  196. 98. S.Amdt.1397   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
  197. AMENDMENT
    99. S.Amdt.1396   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
  198. 99. S.Amdt.1396   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
  199. AMENDMENT
    100. S.Amdt.1376   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
  200. 100. S.Amdt.1376   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 11/28/2011)
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