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  1. JOINT RESOLUTION
    1. S.J.Res.51 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service of the Department of the Treasury relating to taxable medical devices. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 12/21/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 12/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-21 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  2. 1. S.J.Res.51 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service of the Department of the Treasury relating to taxable medical devices. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 12/21/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 12/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-21 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  3. JOINT RESOLUTION
    2. S.J.Res.50 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Family Assistance of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to waiver and expenditure authority under section 1115 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1315) with respect to the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 09/11/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 09/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  4. 2. S.J.Res.50 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Office of Family Assistance of the Administration for Children and Families of the Department of Health and Human Services relating to waiver and expenditure authority under section 1115 of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1315) with respect to the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 09/11/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 09/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  5. LAW
    3. S.J.Res.49 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Barbara Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: House - House Administration Latest Action: 01/10/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-262. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5898; text as passed Senate: CR S5898) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-20 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H7415) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-31 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-262. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  6. 3. S.J.Res.49 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Barbara Barrett as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: House - House Administration Latest Action: 01/10/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-262. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5898; text as passed Senate: CR S5898) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-20 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H7415) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-31 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-262. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  7. JOINT RESOLUTION
    4. S.J.Res.48 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to the health insurance premium tax credit. Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI] (Introduced 07/31/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-07-31 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  8. 4. S.J.Res.48 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Internal Revenue Service relating to the health insurance premium tax credit. Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI] (Introduced 07/31/2012) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-07-31 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  9. JOINT RESOLUTION
    5. S.J.Res.47 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution amending title 36, United States Code, to designate July 26 as United States Intelligence Professionals Day. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 07/11/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 07/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-07-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  10. 5. S.J.Res.47 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution amending title 36, United States Code, to designate July 26 as United States Intelligence Professionals Day. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 07/11/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 07/11/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-07-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  11. JOINT RESOLUTION
    6. S.J.Res.46 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rules submitted by the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service relating to the reporting requirements for interest that relates to deposits maintained at United States offices of certain financial institutions and is paid to certain nonresident alien individuals. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 06/28/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 06/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  12. 6. S.J.Res.46 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rules submitted by the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service relating to the reporting requirements for interest that relates to deposits maintained at United States offices of certain financial institutions and is paid to certain nonresident alien individuals. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 06/28/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 06/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  13. JOINT RESOLUTION
    7. 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: Senate - 06/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-19 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  14. 7. 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: Senate - 06/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-19 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  15. LAW
    8. S.J.Res.44 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the State and Province Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Sponsor: Sen. Kohl, Herb [D-WI] (Introduced 06/14/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 01/14/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-282. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-02 [displayText] => Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6387-6388; text as passed Senate: CR S6387-6388) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 12/30/2012 H7462-7464) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-03 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-282. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  16. 8. S.J.Res.44 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the State and Province Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Sponsor: Sen. Kohl, Herb [D-WI] (Introduced 06/14/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: 01/14/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-282. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-08-02 [displayText] => Committee on the Judiciary. Reported by Senator Leahy without amendment. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6387-6388; text as passed Senate: CR S6387-6388) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 12/30/2012 H7462-7464) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-03 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-282. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  17. JOINT RESOLUTION
    9. S.J.Res.43 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 06/14/2012 Star Print ordered on the joint resolution. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-12 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  18. 9. S.J.Res.43 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/12/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 06/14/2012 Star Print ordered on the joint resolution. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-12 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  19. JOINT RESOLUTION
    10. S.J.Res.42 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to parental rights. Sponsor: Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC] (Introduced 06/05/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/05/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  20. 10. S.J.Res.42 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to parental rights. Sponsor: Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC] (Introduced 06/05/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/05/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-06-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  21. JOINT RESOLUTION
    11. S.J.Res.41 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the nuclear program of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (83) Committees: House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/25/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 90 - 1. Record Vote Number: 197.(text: CR 9/21/2012 S6602-6603) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  22. 11. S.J.Res.41 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding the nuclear program of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (83) Committees: House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/25/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-09-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 90 - 1. Record Vote Number: 197.(text: CR 9/21/2012 S6602-6603) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  23. JOINT RESOLUTION
    12. S.J.Res.40 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rules submitted by the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service relating to the reporting requirements for interest that relates to the deposits maintained at United States offices of certain financial institutions and is paid to certain nonresident alien individuals. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 05/15/2012) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/15/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-15 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  24. 12. S.J.Res.40 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rules submitted by the Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service relating to the reporting requirements for interest that relates to the deposits maintained at United States offices of certain financial institutions and is paid to certain nonresident alien individuals. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 05/15/2012) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/15/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-15 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  25. JOINT RESOLUTION
    13. S.J.Res.39 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment. Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Introduced 03/22/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/22/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-03-22 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  26. 13. S.J.Res.39 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution removing the deadline for the ratification of the equal rights amendment. Sponsor: Sen. Cardin, Benjamin L. [D-MD] (Introduced 03/22/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/22/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-03-22 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  27. JOINT RESOLUTION
    14. S.J.Res.38 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the certification of nonimmigrant workers in temporary or seasonal nonagricultural employment. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-03-21 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  28. 14. S.J.Res.38 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to the certification of nonimmigrant workers in temporary or seasonal nonagricultural employment. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-03-21 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  29. JOINT RESOLUTION
    15. S.J.Res.37 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to disapprove a rule promulgated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to emission standards for certain steam generating units. Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 06/20/2012 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 139. (consideration: CR S4334) (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-02-16 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  30. 15. S.J.Res.37 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to disapprove a rule promulgated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency relating to emission standards for certain steam generating units. Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 06/20/2012 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 139. (consideration: CR S4334) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  31. JOINT RESOLUTION
    16. S.J.Res.36 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to representation election procedures. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 04/24/2012 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 54. Record Vote Number: 68. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  32. 16. S.J.Res.36 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Labor Relations Board relating to representation election procedures. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 04/24/2012 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 54. Record Vote Number: 68. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    17. S.J.Res.35 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to authorizing regulation of contributions to candidates for State public office and Federal office by corporations, entities organized and operated for profit, and labor organizations, and expenditures by such entities and labor organizations in support of, or opposition to such candidates. Sponsor: Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] (Introduced 01/24/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  34. 17. S.J.Res.35 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to authorizing regulation of contributions to candidates for State public office and Federal office by corporations, entities organized and operated for profit, and labor organizations, and expenditures by such entities and labor organizations in support of, or opposition to such candidates. Sponsor: Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] (Introduced 01/24/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    18. S.J.Res.34 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to increase the debt limit, as submitted under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code, on January 12, 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 01/23/2012) Cosponsors: (32) Latest Action: Senate - 01/23/2012 Introduced in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 295 pursuant to P.L. 112-25, sec. 301(a)(2). (text of measure as introduced: CR S45) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  36. 18. S.J.Res.34 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to increase the debt limit, as submitted under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code, on January 12, 2012 Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 01/23/2012) Cosponsors: (32) Latest Action: Senate - 01/23/2012 Introduced in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 295 pursuant to P.L. 112-25, sec. 301(a)(2). (text of measure as introduced: CR S45) (All Actions) Tracker:

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    19. S.J.Res.33 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to expressly exclude for-profit corporations from the rights given to natural persons by the Constitution of the United States, prohibit corporate spending in all elections, and affirm the authority of Congress and the States to regulate corporations and to regulate and set limits on all election contributions and expenditures. Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (Introduced 12/08/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/08/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  38. 19. S.J.Res.33 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to expressly exclude for-profit corporations from the rights given to natural persons by the Constitution of the United States, prohibit corporate spending in all elections, and affirm the authority of Congress and the States to regulate corporations and to regulate and set limits on all election contributions and expenditures. Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (Introduced 12/08/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/08/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    20. S.J.Res.32 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to provide for the resolution of the outstanding issues in the current railway labor-management dispute. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 242. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  40. 20. S.J.Res.32 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to provide for the resolution of the outstanding issues in the current railway labor-management dispute. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 242. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    21. S.J.Res.31 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution applying certain conditions to the dispute referred to in Executive Order 13586 of October 6, 2011, between the enumerated freight rail carriers, common carriers by rail in interstate commerce, and certain of their employees represented by labor organizations that have not agreed to extend the cooling-off period under section 10 of the Railway Labor Act beyond 12:01 a.m. on December 6, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 241. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  42. 21. S.J.Res.31 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution applying certain conditions to the dispute referred to in Executive Order 13586 of October 6, 2011, between the enumerated freight rail carriers, common carriers by rail in interstate commerce, and certain of their employees represented by labor organizations that have not agreed to extend the cooling-off period under section 10 of the Railway Labor Act beyond 12:01 a.m. on December 6, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 241. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    22. S.J.Res.30 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution extending the cooling-off period under section 10 of the Railway Labor Act with respect to the dispute referred to in Executive Order No. 13586 of October 6, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 240. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  44. 22. S.J.Res.30 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution extending the cooling-off period under section 10 of the Railway Labor Act with respect to the dispute referred to in Executive Order No. 13586 of October 6, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] (Introduced 11/30/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 240. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    23. S.J.Res.29 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM] (Introduced 11/01/2011) Cosponsors: (25) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 11/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7008) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  46. 23. S.J.Res.29 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to contributions and expenditures intended to affect elections. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM] (Introduced 11/01/2011) Cosponsors: (25) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 11/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7008) (All Actions) Tracker:

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    24. S.J.Res.28 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution limiting the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to a certain proposed sale of defense articles and defense services to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Introduced 10/06/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 10/06/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6347-6348) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  48. 24. S.J.Res.28 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution limiting the issuance of a letter of offer with respect to a certain proposed sale of defense articles and defense services to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (Introduced 10/06/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 10/06/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6347-6348) (All Actions) Tracker:

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    25. S.J.Res.27 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the mitigation by States of cross-border air pollution under the Clean Air Act. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 09/08/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 41 - 56. Record Vote Number: 201. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  50. 25. S.J.Res.27 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving a rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to the mitigation by States of cross-border air pollution under the Clean Air Act. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 09/08/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 41 - 56. Record Vote Number: 201. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  51. JOINT RESOLUTION
    26. S.J.Res.26 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Secretary of the Treasury Timothy Geithner no longer holds the confidence of Congress or of the people of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 09/07/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 158. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  52. 26. S.J.Res.26 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress that Secretary of the Treasury Timothy Geithner no longer holds the confidence of Congress or of the people of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 09/07/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 158. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  53. JOINT RESOLUTION
    27. S.J.Res.25 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to increase the debt limit, as submitted under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code, on August 2, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 09/06/2011) Cosponsors: (25) Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 52. Record Vote Number: 130. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  54. 27. S.J.Res.25 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution relating to the disapproval of the President's exercise of authority to increase the debt limit, as submitted under section 3101A of title 31, United States Code, on August 2, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 09/06/2011) Cosponsors: (25) Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 52. Record Vote Number: 130. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  55. JOINT RESOLUTION
    28. S.J.Res.24 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Introduced 08/02/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 21 - 79. Record Vote Number: 228. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  56. 28. S.J.Res.24 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Mark [D-CO] (Introduced 08/02/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 21 - 79. Record Vote Number: 228. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  57. JOINT RESOLUTION
    29. S.J.Res.23 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to balancing the budget. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/29/2011) Cosponsors: (46) Latest Action: Senate - 11/30/2011 Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-512. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  58. 29. S.J.Res.23 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to balancing the budget. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/29/2011) Cosponsors: (46) Latest Action: Senate - 11/30/2011 Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-512. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  59. LAW
    30. S.J.Res.22 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to grant the consent of Congress to an amendment to the compact between the States of Missouri and Illinois providing that bonds issued by the Bi-State Development Agency may mature in not to exceed 40 years. Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 06/28/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/19/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-71. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  60. 30. S.J.Res.22 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution to grant the consent of Congress to an amendment to the compact between the States of Missouri and Illinois providing that bonds issued by the Bi-State Development Agency may mature in not to exceed 40 years. Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 06/28/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 12/19/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-71. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  61. JOINT RESOLUTION
    31. S.J.Res.21 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 06/22/2011) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/22/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  62. 31. S.J.Res.21 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 06/22/2011) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/22/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    32. S.J.Res.20 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 06/21/2011) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-27 Latest Action: Senate - 07/05/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S4319) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  64. 32. S.J.Res.20 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution authorizing the limited use of the United States Armed Forces in support of the NATO mission in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 06/21/2011) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-27 Latest Action: Senate - 07/05/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S4319) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  65. JOINT RESOLUTION
    33. S.J.Res.19 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 06/14/2011) Cosponsors: (37) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  66. 33. S.J.Res.19 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 06/14/2011) Cosponsors: (37) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  67. JOINT RESOLUTION
    34. S.J.Res.18 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution prohibiting the deployment, establishment, or maintenance of a presence of units and members of the United States Armed Forces on the ground in Libya, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 06/08/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/08/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  68. 34. S.J.Res.18 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution prohibiting the deployment, establishment, or maintenance of a presence of units and members of the United States Armed Forces on the ground in Libya, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Introduced 06/08/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/08/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  69. JOINT RESOLUTION
    35. S.J.Res.17 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/26/2011) Cosponsors: (65) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/26/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3449) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  70. 35. S.J.Res.17 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/26/2011) Cosponsors: (65) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/26/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3449) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  71. JOINT RESOLUTION
    36. S.J.Res.16 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that the President has exceeded his authority under the War Powers Resolution as it pertains to the ongoing military engagement in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/25/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  72. 36. S.J.Res.16 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that the President has exceeded his authority under the War Powers Resolution as it pertains to the ongoing military engagement in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/25/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  73. JOINT RESOLUTION
    37. S.J.Res.15 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the Government of Libya and the Government and the people of the United States, and making provision to prosecute the same. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/25/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  74. 37. S.J.Res.15 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the Government of Libya and the Government and the people of the United States, and making provision to prosecute the same. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/25/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  75. JOINT RESOLUTION
    38. S.J.Res.14 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that the President has exceeded his authority under the War Powers Resolution as it pertains to the ongoing military engagement in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 68. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  76. 38. S.J.Res.14 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that the President has exceeded his authority under the War Powers Resolution as it pertains to the ongoing military engagement in Libya. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 68. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  77. JOINT RESOLUTION
    39. S.J.Res.13 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the Government of Libya and the Government and people of the United States, and making provision to prosecute the same. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 67. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  78. 39. S.J.Res.13 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution declaring that a state of war exists between the Government of Libya and the Government and people of the United States, and making provision to prosecute the same. Sponsor: Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (0) Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 67. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  79. JOINT RESOLUTION
    40. S.J.Res.12 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to give States the right to repeal Federal laws and regulations when ratified by the legislatures of two-thirds of the several States. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 05/12/2011) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/12/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  80. 40. S.J.Res.12 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to give States the right to repeal Federal laws and regulations when ratified by the legislatures of two-thirds of the several States. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 05/12/2011) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/12/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  81. JOINT RESOLUTION
    41. S.J.Res.11 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve to 3 in the House of Representatives and 2 in the Senate. Sponsor: Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC] (Introduced 04/14/2011) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  82. 41. S.J.Res.11 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve to 3 in the House of Representatives and 2 in the Senate. Sponsor: Sen. DeMint, Jim [R-SC] (Introduced 04/14/2011) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/14/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  83. JOINT RESOLUTION
    42. S.J.Res.10 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 03/31/2011) Cosponsors: (47) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 229. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  84. 42. S.J.Res.10 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Joint resolution proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 03/31/2011) Cosponsors: (47) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 53. Record Vote Number: 229. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  85. LAW
    43. S.J.Res.9 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 06/24/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-20. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  86. 43. S.J.Res.9 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 06/24/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-20. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  87. LAW
    44. S.J.Res.8 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Stephen M. Case as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 04/25/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-12. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  88. 44. S.J.Res.8 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Stephen M. Case as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 04/25/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-12. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  89. LAW
    45. S.J.Res.7 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 06/24/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-19. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  90. 45. S.J.Res.7 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration | House - House Administration Latest Action: 06/24/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-19. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  91. JOINT RESOLUTION
    46. S.J.Res.6 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices. Sponsor: Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] (Introduced 02/16/2011) Cosponsors: (42) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 52. Record Vote Number: 200. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  92. 46. S.J.Res.6 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution disapproving the rule submitted by the Federal Communications Commission with respect to regulating the Internet and broadband industry practices. Sponsor: Sen. Hutchison, Kay Bailey [R-TX] (Introduced 02/16/2011) Cosponsors: (42) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Motion to proceed to consideration of measure rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 52. Record Vote Number: 200. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  93. JOINT RESOLUTION
    47. S.J.Res.5 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring that the Federal budget be balanced. Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (Introduced 02/03/2011) Cosponsors: (19) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 11/30/2011 Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-512. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  94. 47. S.J.Res.5 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States requiring that the Federal budget be balanced. Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (Introduced 02/03/2011) Cosponsors: (19) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 11/30/2011 Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights and Human Rights. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-512. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  95. JOINT RESOLUTION
    48. S.J.Res.4 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the UnitedStates which requires (except during time of war and subject to suspension by Congress) that the total amount of money expended by the United States during any fiscal year not exceed the amount of certain revenue received by the United States during such fiscal year and not to exceed 20 per cent of the gross national product of the United States during the previous calendar year. Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] (Introduced 02/01/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  96. 48. S.J.Res.4 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the UnitedStates which requires (except during time of war and subject to suspension by Congress) that the total amount of money expended by the United States during any fiscal year not exceed the amount of certain revenue received by the United States during such fiscal year and not to exceed 20 per cent of the gross national product of the United States during the previous calendar year. Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] (Introduced 02/01/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  97. JOINT RESOLUTION
    49. S.J.Res.3 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to balancing the budget. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 01/26/2011) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/26/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  98. 49. S.J.Res.3 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to balancing the budget. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 01/26/2011) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/26/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  99. JOINT RESOLUTION
    50. S.J.Res.2 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to United States citizenship. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 01/25/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  100. 50. S.J.Res.2 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to United States citizenship. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 01/25/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  101. JOINT RESOLUTION
    51. S.J.Res.1 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 01/25/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  102. 51. S.J.Res.1 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 01/25/2011) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/25/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  103. JOINT RESOLUTION
    52. S.J.Res.41 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution recognizing the contributions of the Christmas tree industry to the United States economy and urging the Secretary of Agriculture to establish programs to raise awareness of the importance of the Christmas tree industry. Sponsor: Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] (Introduced 09/29/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 09/29/2006 Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10747-10748) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  104. 52. S.J.Res.41 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution recognizing the contributions of the Christmas tree industry to the United States economy and urging the Secretary of Agriculture to establish programs to raise awareness of the importance of the Christmas tree industry. Sponsor: Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] (Introduced 09/29/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 09/29/2006 Referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10747-10748) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  105. LAW
    53. S.J.Res.40 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing the printing and binding of a supplement to, and revised edition of, Senate Procedure. Sponsor: Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] (Introduced 06/29/2006) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: House - House Administration Latest Action: 07/25/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-244. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  106. 53. S.J.Res.40 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing the printing and binding of a supplement to, and revised edition of, Senate Procedure. Sponsor: Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] (Introduced 06/29/2006) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: House - House Administration Latest Action: 07/25/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-244. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  107. JOINT RESOLUTION
    54. S.J.Res.39 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to spur a political solution in Iraq and encourage the people of Iraq to provide for their own security through the redeployment of the United States military forces. Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 06/06/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5506-5507) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  108. 54. S.J.Res.39 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to spur a political solution in Iraq and encourage the people of Iraq to provide for their own security through the redeployment of the United States military forces. Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 06/06/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5506-5507) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  109. JOINT RESOLUTION
    55. S.J.Res.38 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/26/2006) Cosponsors: (52) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/26/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.86, which became Public Law 109-251 on 8/1/2006. Tracker:

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  110. 55. S.J.Res.38 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/26/2006) Cosponsors: (52) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 05/26/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.86, which became Public Law 109-251 on 8/1/2006. Tracker:

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    56. S.J.Res.37 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] (Introduced 05/24/2006) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5122-5123) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  112. 56. S.J.Res.37 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution granting the consent of Congress to the International Emergency Management Assistance Memorandum of Understanding. Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] (Introduced 05/24/2006) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/24/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5122-5123) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  113. JOINT RESOLUTION
    57. S.J.Res.36 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing a strategy for stabilizing Iraq and withdrawing United States troops. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 05/08/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/08/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  114. 57. S.J.Res.36 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing a strategy for stabilizing Iraq and withdrawing United States troops. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 05/08/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 05/08/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    58. S.J.Res.35 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify that the Constitution neither prohibits voluntary prayer nor requires prayer in schools. Sponsor: Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] (Introduced 04/27/2006) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/27/2006 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6536) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  116. 58. S.J.Res.35 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to clarify that the Constitution neither prohibits voluntary prayer nor requires prayer in schools. Sponsor: Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] (Introduced 04/27/2006) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: 06/27/2006 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S6536) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  117. JOINT RESOLUTION
    59. S.J.Res.34 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution expressing United States policy on Iraq. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 04/25/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/25/2006 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3514) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  118. 59. S.J.Res.34 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution expressing United States policy on Iraq. Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Introduced 04/25/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/25/2006 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3514) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  119. JOINT RESOLUTION
    60. S.J.Res.33 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to provide for a strategy for successfully empowering a new unity government in Iraq. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 04/06/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/06/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  120. 60. S.J.Res.33 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to provide for a strategy for successfully empowering a new unity government in Iraq. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 04/06/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/06/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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    61. S.J.Res.32 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution disapproving the results of the review conducted by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) into the purchase of Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation (P&O) by Dubai Ports World (DP World). Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] (Introduced 02/27/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 02/27/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  122. 61. S.J.Res.32 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution disapproving the results of the review conducted by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) into the purchase of Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation (P&O) by Dubai Ports World (DP World). Sponsor: Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] (Introduced 02/27/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 02/27/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  123. JOINT RESOLUTION
    62. S.J.Res.31 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to require a balancing of the budget. Sponsor: Sen. Allen, George [R-VA] (Introduced 02/15/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/15/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  124. 62. S.J.Res.31 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to require a balancing of the budget. Sponsor: Sen. Allen, George [R-VA] (Introduced 02/15/2006) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/15/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  125. JOINT RESOLUTION
    63. S.J.Res.30 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Phillip Frost as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 02/13/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1132) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.81, which became Public Law 109-216 on 4/13/2006. Tracker:

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  126. 63. S.J.Res.30 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Phillip Frost as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 02/13/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1132) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.81, which became Public Law 109-216 on 4/13/2006. Tracker:

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  127. JOINT RESOLUTION
    64. S.J.Res.29 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Alan G. Spoon as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 02/13/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1131) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.82, which became Public Law 109-217 on 4/13/2006. Tracker:

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  128. 64. S.J.Res.29 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the reappointment of Alan G. Spoon as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 02/13/2006) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1131) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.82, which became Public Law 109-217 on 4/13/2006. Tracker:

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  129. LAW
    65. S.J.Res.28 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the location of the commemorative work in the District of Columbia honoring former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Sponsor: Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] (Introduced 02/07/2006) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee Report: S. Rept. 109-227 Latest Action: 05/05/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-220. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-04-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2845-2846; text: CR S2846) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-04-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 100).(text: CR H1687) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
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  130. 65. S.J.Res.28 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the location of the commemorative work in the District of Columbia honoring former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Sponsor: Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] (Introduced 02/07/2006) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee Report: S. Rept. 109-227 Latest Action: 05/05/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-220. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-04-03 [displayText] => Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici without amendment and with a preamble. With written report No. 109-227. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-04-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S2845-2846; text: CR S2846) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-04-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 411 - 0 (Roll no. 100).(text: CR H1687) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
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  131. JOINT RESOLUTION
    66. S.J.Res.27 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing special awards to World War I and World War II veterans of the United States Navy Armed Guard. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 09/28/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 09/28/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  132. 66. S.J.Res.27 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing special awards to World War I and World War II veterans of the United States Navy Armed Guard. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 09/28/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 09/28/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  133. JOINT RESOLUTION
    67. S.J.Res.26 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the line item veto. Sponsor: Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] (Introduced 09/27/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/27/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  134. 67. S.J.Res.26 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the line item veto. Sponsor: Sen. Dole, Elizabeth [R-NC] (Introduced 09/27/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/27/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  135. JOINT RESOLUTION
    68. S.J.Res.25 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to authorize the President to reduce or disapprove any appropriation in any bill presented by Congress. Sponsor: Sen. Talent, Jim [R-MO] (Introduced 09/27/2005) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/27/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10518) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  136. 68. S.J.Res.25 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to authorize the President to reduce or disapprove any appropriation in any bill presented by Congress. Sponsor: Sen. Talent, Jim [R-MO] (Introduced 09/27/2005) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/27/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10518) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  137. JOINT RESOLUTION
    69. S.J.Res.24 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the reference to God in the Pledge of Allegiance and on United States currency. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 09/14/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/14/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10047) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  138. 69. S.J.Res.24 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the reference to God in the Pledge of Allegiance and on United States currency. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 09/14/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/14/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10047) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  139. JOINT RESOLUTION
    70. S.J.Res.23 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day. Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Introduced 09/09/2005) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/09/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  140. 70. S.J.Res.23 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day. Sponsor: Sen. Coburn, Tom [R-OK] (Introduced 09/09/2005) Cosponsors: (21) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 09/09/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  141. JOINT RESOLUTION
    71. S.J.Res.22 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proclaiming Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 07/28/2005) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 07/28/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  142. 71. S.J.Res.22 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proclaiming Casimir Pulaski to be an honorary citizen of the United States posthumously. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 07/28/2005) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 07/28/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  143. JOINT RESOLUTION
    72. S.J.Res.21 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution recognizing Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the United States Navy. Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 07/26/2005) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 07/26/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8986) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.38, which became Public Law 109-142 on 12/22/2005. Tracker:

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  144. 72. S.J.Res.21 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution recognizing Commodore John Barry as the first flag officer of the United States Navy. Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 07/26/2005) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 07/26/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8986) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.38, which became Public Law 109-142 on 12/22/2005. Tracker:

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  145. JOINT RESOLUTION
    73. S.J.Res.20 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution disapproving a rule promulgated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to delist coal and oil-direct utility units from the source category list under the Clean Air Act. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 06/29/2005) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 09/13/2005 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 51. Record Vote Number: 225. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  146. 73. S.J.Res.20 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution disapproving a rule promulgated by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to delist coal and oil-direct utility units from the source category list under the Clean Air Act. Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Introduced 06/29/2005) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 09/13/2005 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 51. Record Vote Number: 225. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  147. JOINT RESOLUTION
    74. S.J.Res.19 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution calling upon the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 05/17/2005) Cosponsors: (22) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - International Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2005 Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House Amendment to Senate Preamble. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-09-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 455).(text: CR H7655) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
  148. 74. S.J.Res.19 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution calling upon the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 05/17/2005) Cosponsors: (22) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - International Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/08/2005 Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House Amendment to Senate Preamble. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-07-27 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-09-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 393 - 1 (Roll no. 455).(text: CR H7655) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
  149. JOINT RESOLUTION
    75. S.J.Res.18 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/10/2005) Cosponsors: (46) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/19/2005 Returned to the Calendar. Calendar No. 158. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.52, which became Public Law 109-39 on 7/27/2005. Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-07-12 [displayText] => Committee on Finance. Reported by Senator Grassley without amendment. With written report No. 109-101. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  150. 75. S.J.Res.18 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution approving the renewal of import restrictions contained in the Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act of 2003. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 05/10/2005) Cosponsors: (46) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/19/2005 Returned to the Calendar. Calendar No. 158. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.52, which became Public Law 109-39 on 7/27/2005. Tracker:

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  151. JOINT RESOLUTION
    76. S.J.Res.17 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frederick William Augustus von Steuben and recognizing his contributions on the 275th anniversary of his birth. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 04/26/2005) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/26/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  152. 76. S.J.Res.17 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution honoring the life and legacy of Frederick William Augustus von Steuben and recognizing his contributions on the 275th anniversary of his birth. Sponsor: Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] (Introduced 04/26/2005) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/26/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  153. JOINT RESOLUTION
    77. S.J.Res.16 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing special awards to World War I and World War II veterans of the United States Navy Armed Guard. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 04/20/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 04/20/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  154. 77. S.J.Res.16 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution authorizing special awards to World War I and World War II veterans of the United States Navy Armed Guard. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 04/20/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 04/20/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  155. JOINT RESOLUTION
    78. S.J.Res.15 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to acknowledge a long history of official depredations and ill-conceived policies by the United States Government regarding Indian tribes and offer an apology to all Native Peoples on behalf of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/19/2005) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Indian Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 08/31/2005 Star Print ordered on the joint resolution. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-07-28 [displayText] => Committee on Indian Affairs. Reported by Senator McCain without amendment and with a preamble. With written report No. 109-113. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  156. 78. S.J.Res.15 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution to acknowledge a long history of official depredations and ill-conceived policies by the United States Government regarding Indian tribes and offer an apology to all Native Peoples on behalf of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/19/2005) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Indian Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 08/31/2005 Star Print ordered on the joint resolution. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  157. JOINT RESOLUTION
    79. S.J.Res.14 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Jerusalem Resolution Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/19/2005) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/19/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  158. 79. S.J.Res.14 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Jerusalem Resolution Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/19/2005) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 04/19/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  159. JOINT RESOLUTION
    80. S.J.Res.13 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to marriage. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/14/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/14/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  160. 80. S.J.Res.13 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to marriage. Sponsor: Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] (Introduced 04/14/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/14/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  161. JOINT RESOLUTION
    81. S.J.Res.12 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 04/14/2005) Cosponsors: (59) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/27/2006 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 66 - 34. Record Vote Number: 189. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  162. 81. S.J.Res.12 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States authorizing Congress to prohibit the physical desecration of the flag of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 04/14/2005) Cosponsors: (59) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/27/2006 Failed of passage in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 66 - 34. Record Vote Number: 189. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  163. JOINT RESOLUTION
    82. S.J.Res.11 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 03/16/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2859-2860) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  164. 82. S.J.Res.11 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to abolish the electoral college and to provide for the direct popular election of the President and Vice President of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 03/16/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2859-2860) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  165. JOINT RESOLUTION
    83. S.J.Res.10 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States which requires (except during time of war and subject to suspension by Congress) that the total amount of money expended by the United States during any fiscal year not exceed the amount of certain revenue received by the United States during such fiscal year and not exceed 20 per centum of the gross national product of the United States during the previous calendar year. Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] (Introduced 03/16/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2857) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  166. 83. S.J.Res.10 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States which requires (except during time of war and subject to suspension by Congress) that the total amount of money expended by the United States during any fiscal year not exceed the amount of certain revenue received by the United States during such fiscal year and not exceed 20 per centum of the gross national product of the United States during the previous calendar year. Sponsor: Sen. Shelby, Richard C. [R-AL] (Introduced 03/16/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2857) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  167. JOINT RESOLUTION
    84. S.J.Res.9 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745-2746) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.20, which became Public Law 109-12 on 5/5/2005. Tracker:

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  168. 84. S.J.Res.9 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Robert P. Kogod as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745-2746) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.20, which became Public Law 109-12 on 5/5/2005. Tracker:

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  169. JOINT RESOLUTION
    85. S.J.Res.8 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.19, which became Public Law 109-11 on 5/5/2005. Tracker:

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  170. 85. S.J.Res.8 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for the appointment of Shirley Ann Jackson as a citizen regent of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution. Sponsor: Sen. Cochran, Thad [R-MS] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745) (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.J.RES.19, which became Public Law 109-11 on 5/5/2005. Tracker:

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  171. JOINT RESOLUTION
    86. S.J.Res.7 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (20) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  172. 86. S.J.Res.7 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to equal rights for men and women. Sponsor: Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA] (Introduced 03/15/2005) Cosponsors: (20) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2745) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  173. JOINT RESOLUTION
    87. S.J.Res.6 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ensure continuity of congressional operations and the avoidance of martial law in the event of mass incapacitations or death in either House of Congress. Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (Introduced 02/17/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/17/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  174. 87. S.J.Res.6 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ensure continuity of congressional operations and the avoidance of martial law in the event of mass incapacitations or death in either House of Congress. Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (Introduced 02/17/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/17/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  175. JOINT RESOLUTION
    88. S.J.Res.5 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 02/16/2005) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 02/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1558-1559) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  176. 88. S.J.Res.5 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 02/16/2005) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 02/16/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1558-1559) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  177. JOINT RESOLUTION
    89. S.J.Res.4 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, relating to risk zones for introduction of bovine spongiform encephalopathy. Sponsor: Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND] (Introduced 02/14/2005) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: House - 03/07/2005 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  178. 89. S.J.Res.4 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the rule submitted by the Department of Agriculture under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, relating to risk zones for introduction of bovine spongiform encephalopathy. Sponsor: Sen. Conrad, Kent [D-ND] (Introduced 02/14/2005) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: House - 03/07/2005 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  179. JOINT RESOLUTION
    90. S.J.Res.3 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 02/10/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/10/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  180. 90. S.J.Res.3 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to limiting the number of terms that a Member of Congress may serve. Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 02/10/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 02/10/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  181. JOINT RESOLUTION
    91. S.J.Res.2 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to require a balanced budget and protect Social Security surpluses. Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 01/24/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S366-367) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  182. 91. S.J.Res.2 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to require a balanced budget and protect Social Security surpluses. Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 01/24/2005) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2005 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S366-367) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  183. JOINT RESOLUTION
    92. S.J.Res.1 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Marriage Protection Amendment Sponsor: Sen. Allard, Wayne [R-CO] (Introduced 01/24/2005) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/07/2006 Cloture on the motion to proceed not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 48. Record Vote Number: 163. (consideration: CR S5534) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  184. 92. S.J.Res.1 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Marriage Protection Amendment Sponsor: Sen. Allard, Wayne [R-CO] (Introduced 01/24/2005) Cosponsors: (32) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/07/2006 Cloture on the motion to proceed not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 48. Record Vote Number: 163. (consideration: CR S5534) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  185. JOINT RESOLUTION
    93. S.J.Res.60 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to provide for a Balanced Budget Constitutional Amendment that prohibits the use of Social Security surpluses to achieve compliance. Sponsor: Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 10/01/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  186. 93. S.J.Res.60 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to provide for a Balanced Budget Constitutional Amendment that prohibits the use of Social Security surpluses to achieve compliance. Sponsor: Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 10/01/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  187. JOINT RESOLUTION
    94. S.J.Res.59 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to provide for a Balanced Budget Constitutional Amendment that prohibits the use of Social Security surpluses to achieve compliance. Sponsor: Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (1) Latest Action: Senate - 10/02/1998 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 684. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  188. 94. S.J.Res.59 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to provide for a Balanced Budget Constitutional Amendment that prohibits the use of Social Security surpluses to achieve compliance. Sponsor: Sen. Gramm, Phil [R-TX] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (1) Latest Action: Senate - 10/02/1998 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 684. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  189. LAW
    95. S.J.Res.58 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution recogizing the accomplishments of Inspector General since their creation in 1978 in preventing and detecting waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement, and in promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the Federal Government. Sponsor: Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: House - Government Reform and Oversight Latest Action: 11/02/1998 Became Public Law No: 105-349. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  190. 95. S.J.Res.58 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution recogizing the accomplishments of Inspector General since their creation in 1978 in preventing and detecting waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement, and in promoting economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the Federal Government. Sponsor: Sen. Glenn, John H., Jr. [D-OH] (Introduced 10/01/1998) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: House - Government Reform and Oversight Latest Action: 11/02/1998 Became Public Law No: 105-349. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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  191. JOINT RESOLUTION
    96. S.J.Res.57 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of the existing Federal legal process for determining the safety and efficacy of drugs, including marijuana and other Schedule I drugs, for medicinal use. Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (Introduced 09/21/1998) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Labor and Human Resources Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  192. 96. S.J.Res.57 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of the existing Federal legal process for determining the safety and efficacy of drugs, including marijuana and other Schedule I drugs, for medicinal use. Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (Introduced 09/21/1998) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Labor and Human Resources Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Labor and Human Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  193. JOINT RESOLUTION
    97. S.J.Res.56 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of the existing Federal legal process for determining the safety and efficacy of drugs, including marijuana and other Schedule I drugs, for medicinal use. Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (Introduced 09/21/1998) Cosponsors: (34) Latest Action: Senate - 09/22/1998 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 594. (All Actions) Tracker:

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  194. 97. S.J.Res.56 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress in support of the existing Federal legal process for determining the safety and efficacy of drugs, including marijuana and other Schedule I drugs, for medicinal use. Sponsor: Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (Introduced 09/21/1998) Cosponsors: (34) Latest Action: Senate - 09/22/1998 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 594. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-09-21 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  195. JOINT RESOLUTION
    98. S.J.Res.55 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution requesting the President to advance the late Rear Admiral Husband E. Kimmel on the retired list of the Navy to the highest grade held as Commander in Chief, United States Fleet, during World War II, and to advance the late Major General Walter C. Short on the retired list of the Army to the highest grade held as Commanding General, Hawaiian Department, during World War II, as was done under the Officer Personnel Act of 1947 for all other senior officers who served inpositions of command during World War II, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] (Introduced 09/01/1998) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 09/01/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-09-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  196. 98. S.J.Res.55 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution requesting the President to advance the late Rear Admiral Husband E. Kimmel on the retired list of the Navy to the highest grade held as Commander in Chief, United States Fleet, during World War II, and to advance the late Major General Walter C. Short on the retired list of the Army to the highest grade held as Commanding General, Hawaiian Department, during World War II, as was done under the Officer Personnel Act of 1947 for all other senior officers who served inpositions of command during World War II, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Roth Jr., William V. [R-DE] (Introduced 09/01/1998) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 09/01/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-09-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  197. LAW
    99. S.J.Res.54 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution finding the Government of Iraq in unacceptable and material breach of its international obligations. Sponsor: Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] (Introduced 06/25/1998) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 08/14/1998 Became Public Law No: 105-235. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported to Senate by Senator Lott for Senator Helms without amendment and an amended preamble. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-07-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-03 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 6 (Roll No. 378). [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-10 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 105-235. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  198. 99. S.J.Res.54 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution finding the Government of Iraq in unacceptable and material breach of its international obligations. Sponsor: Sen. Lott, Trent [R-MS] (Introduced 06/25/1998) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: 08/14/1998 Became Public Law No: 105-235. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported to Senate by Senator Lott for Senator Helms without amendment and an amended preamble. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-07-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-03 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 6 (Roll No. 378). [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-10 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-08-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 105-235. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
  199. JOINT RESOLUTION
    100. S.J.Res.53 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to express the sense of the Congress that the President should award a Presidential Unit Citation to the final crew of the U.S.S. INDIANAPOLIS, which was sunk on July 30, 1945. Sponsor: Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 06/11/1998) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 06/11/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-06-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
  200. 100. S.J.Res.53 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) A joint resolution to express the sense of the Congress that the President should award a Presidential Unit Citation to the final crew of the U.S.S. INDIANAPOLIS, which was sunk on July 30, 1945. Sponsor: Sen. Inouye, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 06/11/1998) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Armed Services Latest Action: Senate - 06/11/1998 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Introduced

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      Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-06-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
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