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1. LAW
   1. S.3331 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Intercountry Adoption Universal Accreditation Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 06/21/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-234 Latest Action: 01/14/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-276. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
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2. 1. S.3331 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Intercountry Adoption Universal Accreditation Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 06/21/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Foreign Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-234 Latest Action: 01/14/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-276. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
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3. RESOLUTION
   2. S.Res.628 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the deep disappointment of the Senate in the enactment by the Russia Government of a law ending inter-country adoptions of Russia children by United States citizens and urging the Russia Government to reconsider the law and prioritize the processing of inter-country adoptions involving parentless Russin children who were already matched with United States families before the enactment of the law. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 12/31/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Latest Action: Senate - 01/01/2013 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR 12/31/2012 S8609-8610; text as passed Senate: CR 12/31/2012 S8609-8610; text of measure as introduced: CR 12/31/2012 S8590) (All Actions) Tracker:

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   2. Agreed to in Senate
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4. 2. S.Res.628 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the deep disappointment of the Senate in the enactment by the Russia Government of a law ending inter-country adoptions of Russia children by United States citizens and urging the Russia Government to reconsider the law and prioritize the processing of inter-country adoptions involving parentless Russin children who were already matched with United States families before the enactment of the law. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 12/31/2012) Cosponsors: (12) Latest Action: Senate - 01/01/2013 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR 12/31/2012 S8609-8610; text as passed Senate: CR 12/31/2012 S8609-8610; text of measure as introduced: CR 12/31/2012 S8590) (All Actions) Tracker:

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   2. Agreed to in Senate
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5. BILL
   3. S.1440 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) PREEMIE Reauthorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN] (Introduced 07/28/2011) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions | House - Energy and Commerce Latest Action: Senate - 12/19/2012 Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendments to Senate bill. (All Actions) Tracker:

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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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6. 3. S.1440 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) PREEMIE Reauthorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN] (Introduced 07/28/2011) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions | House - Energy and Commerce Latest Action: Senate - 12/19/2012 Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendments to Senate bill. (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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15. RESOLUTION
    8. S.Res.609 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of United States citizen Alan Phillip Gross from detention in Cuba and urging the Government of Cuba to address his medical issues. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 12/05/2012) Cosponsors: (31) Latest Action: Senate - 12/05/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7637-7638; text as passed Senate: CR S7637-7638; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459) (All Actions) Tracker:

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16. 8. S.Res.609 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of United States citizen Alan Phillip Gross from detention in Cuba and urging the Government of Cuba to address his medical issues. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 12/05/2012) Cosponsors: (31) Latest Action: Senate - 12/05/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7637-7638; text as passed Senate: CR S7637-7638; text of measure as introduced: CR S7459) (All Actions) Tracker:

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17. AMENDMENT
    9. S.Amdt.3310   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.3331 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 12/05/2012) (Proposed 12/05/2012) Latest Action: 12/05/12 Amendment SA 3310 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
18. 9. S.Amdt.3310   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: In the nature of a substitute. Amends Bill: S.3331 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 12/05/2012) (Proposed 12/05/2012) Latest Action: 12/05/12 Amendment SA 3310 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
19. RESOLUTION
    10. S.Res.543 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution to express the sense of the Senate on international parental child abduction. Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (28) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 12/04/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7403-7404; text as passed Senate: CR S7403-7404) (All Actions) Tracker:

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20. 10. S.Res.543 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution to express the sense of the Senate on international parental child abduction. Sponsor: Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] (Introduced 08/02/2012) Cosponsors: (28) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 12/04/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7403-7404; text as passed Senate: CR S7403-7404) (All Actions) Tracker:

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21. AMENDMENT
    11. S.Amdt.3123   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To require briefings on dialogue between the United States and the Russian Federation on nuclear arms, missile defense, and long-range conventional strike systems. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Kyl, Jon [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 11/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/04/12 Amendment SA 3123 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR 11/30/2012 S7285) (All Actions)
22. 11. S.Amdt.3123   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To require briefings on dialogue between the United States and the Russian Federation on nuclear arms, missile defense, and long-range conventional strike systems. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Kyl, Jon [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/28/2012) (Proposed 11/28/2012) Latest Action: 12/04/12 Amendment SA 3123 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR 11/30/2012 S7285) (All Actions)
23. RESOLUTION
    12. S.Res.607 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable George McGovern, former United States Senator and Congressman from the State of South Dakota. Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD] (Introduced 11/30/2012) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: Senate - 11/30/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7310; text as passed Senate: CR S7310; text of measure as introduced: CR S7306) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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

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27. AMENDMENT
    14. S.Amdt.3243   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To commend the Enduring Strategic Partnership Agreement between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Submitted 11/29/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3243 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
28. 14. S.Amdt.3243   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To commend the Enduring Strategic Partnership Agreement between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. Amends Bill: S.3254 Sponsor: Sen. Levin, Carl [D-MI] (Submitted 11/29/2012) (Proposed 11/29/2012) Latest Action: 11/29/12 Amendment SA 3243 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
29. BILL
    15. S.1268 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Interagency Personnel Rotation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 06/23/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-235 Latest Action: Senate - 11/13/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 540. (All Actions) Tracker:

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30. 15. S.1268 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Interagency Personnel Rotation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] (Introduced 06/23/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-235 Latest Action: Senate - 11/13/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 540. (All Actions) Tracker:

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31. JOINT RESOLUTION
    16. 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:

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32. 16. 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:

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33. BILL
    17. S.3607 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline. Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 09/20/2012) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/2012 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 533. (All Actions) Tracker:

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34. 17. S.3607 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline. Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 09/20/2012) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/2012 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 533. (All Actions) Tracker:

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35. BILL
    18. S.3560 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Recalcitrant Cancer Research Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 09/19/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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36. 18. S.3560 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Recalcitrant Cancer Research Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 09/19/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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37. RESOLUTION
    19. S.Res.557 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the contributions of Lodi Gyaltsen Gyari as Special Envoy of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and in promoting the legitimate rights and aspirations of the Tibetan people. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 09/13/2012) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6472-6473) (All Actions) Tracker:

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38. 19. S.Res.557 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the contributions of Lodi Gyaltsen Gyari as Special Envoy of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and in promoting the legitimate rights and aspirations of the Tibetan people. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 09/13/2012) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6472-6473) (All Actions) Tracker:

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39. RESOLUTION
    20. S.Res.401 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing appreciation for Foreign Service and Civil Service professionals who represent the United States around the globe. Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/13/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6388-6389; text as passed Senate: CR S6388-6389) (All Actions) Tracker:

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40. 20. S.Res.401 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing appreciation for Foreign Service and Civil Service professionals who represent the United States around the globe. Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 09/13/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6388-6389; text as passed Senate: CR S6388-6389) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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43. BILL
    22. S.1002 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Safe Doses Act Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 05/16/2011) Cosponsors: (33) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-204 Latest Action: Senate - 08/28/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 495. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.4223, which became Public Law 112-186 on 10/5/2012. Tracker:

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44. 22. S.1002 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Safe Doses Act Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 05/16/2011) Cosponsors: (33) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-204 Latest Action: Senate - 08/28/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 495. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.4223, which became Public Law 112-186 on 10/5/2012. Tracker:

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45. LAW
    23. S.1959 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Haqqani Network Terrorist Designation Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 12/07/2011) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Judiciary Latest Action: 08/10/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-168. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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46. 23. S.1959 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Haqqani Network Terrorist Designation Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 12/07/2011) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations | House - Judiciary Latest Action: 08/10/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-168. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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47. LAW
    24. S.679 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Presidential Appointment Efficiency and Streamlining Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 03/30/2011) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-24 Latest Action: 08/10/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-166. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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48. 24. S.679 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Presidential Appointment Efficiency and Streamlining Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 03/30/2011) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-24 Latest Action: 08/10/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-166. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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49. LAW
    25. S.1335 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Pilot's Bill of Rights Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 07/06/2011) Cosponsors: (65) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Transportation and Infrastructure Latest Action: 08/03/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-153. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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50. 25. S.1335 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Pilot's Bill of Rights Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 07/06/2011) Cosponsors: (65) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Transportation and Infrastructure Latest Action: 08/03/2012 Became Public Law No: 112-153. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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53. AMENDMENT
    27. S.Amdt.2779   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the preamble. Amends Bill: S.Res.524 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 08/02/2012) (Proposed 08/02/2012) Latest Action: 08/02/12 Amendment SA 2779 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
54. 27. S.Amdt.2779   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the preamble. Amends Bill: S.Res.524 Sponsor: Sen. Webb, Jim [D-VA] (Submitted 08/02/2012) (Proposed 08/02/2012) Latest Action: 08/02/12 Amendment SA 2779 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
55. RESOLUTION
    28. S.Res.538 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating September 2012 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month". Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (22) Latest Action: Senate - 08/01/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5898-5900; text as passed Senate: CR S5899; text of measure as introduced: CR S5883-5884) (All Actions) Tracker:

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56. 28. S.Res.538 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating September 2012 as "National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month". Sponsor: Sen. Sessions, Jeff [R-AL] (Introduced 08/01/2012) Cosponsors: (22) Latest Action: Senate - 08/01/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5898-5900; text as passed Senate: CR S5899; text of measure as introduced: CR S5883-5884) (All Actions) Tracker:

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57. BILL
    29. S.3463 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 07/31/2012) Cosponsors: (19) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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58. 29. S.3463 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Medicare Diabetes Prevention Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 07/31/2012) Cosponsors: (19) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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59. RESOLUTION
    30. S.Res.525 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Oswaldo Paya Sardinas. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 07/24/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5802-5803) (All Actions) Tracker:

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60. 30. S.Res.525 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of Oswaldo Paya Sardinas. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 07/24/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 07/31/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate with amendments and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5802-5803) (All Actions) Tracker:

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61. BILL
    31. S.1299 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Lions Clubs International Century of Service Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 06/29/2011) Cosponsors: (69) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/30/2012 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.2139, which became Public Law 112-181 on 10/5/2012. Tracker:

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62. 31. S.1299 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Lions Clubs International Century of Service Commemorative Coin Act Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 06/29/2011) Cosponsors: (69) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/30/2012 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.2139, which became Public Law 112-181 on 10/5/2012. Tracker:

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63. BILL
    32. S.3445 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Domestic Energy and Jobs Act Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 07/26/2012) Cosponsors: (30) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 07/26/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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64. 32. S.3445 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Domestic Energy and Jobs Act Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 07/26/2012) Cosponsors: (30) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 07/26/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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67. BILL
    34. S.2320 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Remembering America's Forgotten Veterans Cemetery Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Ayotte, Kelly [R-NH] (Introduced 04/19/2012) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/27/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-668. (All Actions) Tracker:

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68. 34. S.2320 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Remembering America's Forgotten Veterans Cemetery Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Ayotte, Kelly [R-NH] (Introduced 04/19/2012) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 06/27/2012 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-668. (All Actions) Tracker:

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69. RESOLUTION
    35. S.Res.473 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending Rotary International and others for their efforts to prevent and eradicate polio. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/26/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4641-4642; text as passed Senate: CR S4642) (All Actions) Tracker:

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70. 35. S.Res.473 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending Rotary International and others for their efforts to prevent and eradicate polio. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 06/26/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4641-4642; text as passed Senate: CR S4642) (All Actions) Tracker:

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71. AMENDMENT
    36. S.Amdt.2454   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To prohibit assistance to North Korea under title II of the Food for Peace Act unless the President issues a national interest waiver. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 06/18/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2454 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 59 - 40. Record Vote Number: 144. (All Actions)
72. 36. S.Amdt.2454   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To prohibit assistance to North Korea under title II of the Food for Peace Act unless the President issues a national interest waiver. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 06/18/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2454 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 59 - 40. Record Vote Number: 144. (All Actions)
73. AMENDMENT
    37. S.Amdt.2433   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To reform the sugar program. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Pat [R-PA] (Submitted 06/14/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2433 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 151. (All Actions)
74. 37. S.Amdt.2433   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To reform the sugar program. Amends Bill: S.3240 Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Pat [R-PA] (Submitted 06/14/2012) (Proposed 06/20/2012) Latest Action: 06/20/12 Amendment SA 2433 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 53. Record Vote Number: 151. (All Actions)
75. RESOLUTION
    38. S.Res.484 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating June 7, 2012, as "National Hunger Awareness Day". Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3798-3799; text as passed Senate: CR S3799; text of measure as introduced: CR S3782-3783) (All Actions) Tracker:

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76. 38. S.Res.484 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating June 7, 2012, as "National Hunger Awareness Day". Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (6) Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3798-3799; text as passed Senate: CR S3799; text of measure as introduced: CR S3782-3783) (All Actions) Tracker:

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77. RESOLUTION
    39. S.Res.482 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the United States Chamber of Commerce. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2012 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3782) (All Actions) Tracker:

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78. 39. S.Res.482 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the United States Chamber of Commerce. Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Introduced 06/06/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 06/06/2012 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3782) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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81. BILL
    41. S.3199 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) JOLT Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 05/17/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/17/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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82. 41. S.3199 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) JOLT Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 05/17/2012) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/17/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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83. BILL
    42. S.3192 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) SMART Jobs Act Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN] (Introduced 05/16/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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84. 42. S.3192 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) SMART Jobs Act Sponsor: Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN] (Introduced 05/16/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 05/16/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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85. BILL
    43. S.1023 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Haiti Reforestation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 05/18/2011) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-165 Latest Action: Senate - 05/15/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 399. (All Actions) Tracker:

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86. 43. S.1023 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Haiti Reforestation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 05/18/2011) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-165 Latest Action: Senate - 05/15/2012 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 399. (All Actions) Tracker:

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87. BILL
    44. S.418 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the Civil Air Patrol. Sponsor: Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (85) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: House - 05/15/2012 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Tracker:

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88. 44. S.418 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the World War II members of the Civil Air Patrol. Sponsor: Sen. Harkin, Tom [D-IA] (Introduced 02/28/2011) Cosponsors: (85) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: House - 05/15/2012 Held at the desk. (All Actions) Tracker:

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89. BILL
    45. S.219 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Senate Campaign Disclosure Parity Act Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] (Introduced 01/27/2011) Cosponsors: (26) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 04/25/2012 Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-770. (All Actions) Tracker:

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90. 45. S.219 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Senate Campaign Disclosure Parity Act Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT] (Introduced 01/27/2011) Cosponsors: (26) Committees: Senate - Rules and Administration Latest Action: Senate - 04/25/2012 Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-770. (All Actions) Tracker:

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91. JOINT RESOLUTION
    46. 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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92. 46. 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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93. RESOLUTION
    47. S.Res.406 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the achievements and recognizing the importance of the Alliance to Save Energy on the 35th anniversary of the incorporation of the Alliance. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 03/26/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/18/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2517) (All Actions) Tracker:

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94. 47. S.Res.406 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commending the achievements and recognizing the importance of the Alliance to Save Energy on the 35th anniversary of the incorporation of the Alliance. Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA] (Introduced 03/26/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 04/18/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S2517) (All Actions) Tracker:

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95. RESOLUTION
    48. S.Res.395 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the NATO summit to be held in Chicago, Illinois from May 20 through 21, 2012. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 03/13/2012) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 03/29/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2279-2280; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S2279; text as passed Senate: CR S2279-2280) (All Actions) Tracker:

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96. 48. S.Res.395 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate in support of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the NATO summit to be held in Chicago, Illinois from May 20 through 21, 2012. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 03/13/2012) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 03/29/2012 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2279-2280; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S2279; text as passed Senate: CR S2279-2280) (All Actions) Tracker:

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97. BILL
    49. S.2245 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Preserve the Waters of the United States Act Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] (Introduced 03/28/2012) Cosponsors: (39) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 03/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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98. 49. S.2245 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Preserve the Waters of the United States Act Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] (Introduced 03/28/2012) Cosponsors: (39) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 03/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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99. BILL
    50. S.2242 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 03/28/2012) Cosponsors: (37) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 03/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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100. 50. S.2242 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Death Tax Repeal Permanency Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 03/28/2012) Cosponsors: (37) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 03/28/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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101. BILL
     51. S.2221 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Preserving America's Family Farms Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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102. 51. S.2221 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Preserving America's Family Farms Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (44) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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103. BILL
     52. S.2216 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Rural Energy Savings Program Act Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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104. 52. S.2216 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Rural Energy Savings Program Act Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Introduced 03/21/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 03/21/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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105. RESOLUTION
     53. S.Res.398 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the 191st anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy. Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 03/15/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1761; text as passed Senate: CR S1761; text of measure as introduced: CR S1741) (All Actions) Tracker:

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106. 53. S.Res.398 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the 191st anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy. Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 03/15/2012) Cosponsors: (27) Latest Action: Senate - 03/15/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1761; text as passed Senate: CR S1761; text of measure as introduced: CR S1741) (All Actions) Tracker:

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107. AMENDMENT
     54. S.Amdt.1814   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide exemptions from requirements for certain farm vehicles. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Submitted 03/07/2012) (Proposed 03/13/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1814 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S1602-1603) (All Actions)
108. 54. S.Amdt.1814   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide exemptions from requirements for certain farm vehicles. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR] (Submitted 03/07/2012) (Proposed 03/13/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1814 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S1602-1603) (All Actions)
109. AMENDMENT
     55. S.Amdt.1617   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 to provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities and farm supplies, and for other purposes. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN] (Submitted 02/14/2012) (Proposed 03/13/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1617 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
110. 55. S.Amdt.1617   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the Motor Carrier Safety Improvement Act of 1999 to provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities and farm supplies, and for other purposes. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN] (Submitted 02/14/2012) (Proposed 03/13/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1617 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (All Actions)
111. AMENDMENT
     56. S.Amdt.1517   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To modify the apportionment formula to ensure that the percentage of apportioned funds received by a State is the same as the percentage of total gas taxes paid by the State. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN] (Submitted 02/09/2012) (Proposed 03/08/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1517 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 28 - 70. Record Vote Number: 42. (All Actions)
112. 56. S.Amdt.1517   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To modify the apportionment formula to ensure that the percentage of apportioned funds received by a State is the same as the percentage of total gas taxes paid by the State. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN] (Submitted 02/09/2012) (Proposed 03/08/2012) Latest Action: 03/13/12 Amendment SA 1517 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 28 - 70. Record Vote Number: 42. (All Actions)
113. RESOLUTION
     57. S.Res.394 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 150th anniversary of Italian Unification and the beginning of warm and abiding relations between the people of the United States and Italy. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 03/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Latest Action: Senate - 03/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1581; text as passed Senate: CR S1581; text of measure as introduced: CR S1579-1580) (All Actions) Tracker:

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114. 57. S.Res.394 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 150th anniversary of Italian Unification and the beginning of warm and abiding relations between the people of the United States and Italy. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 03/12/2012) Cosponsors: (7) Latest Action: Senate - 03/12/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1581; text as passed Senate: CR S1581; text of measure as introduced: CR S1579-1580) (All Actions) Tracker:

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115. AMENDMENT
     58. S.Amdt.1537   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To approve the Keystone XL pipeline project and provide for environmental protection and government oversight. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Submitted 02/13/2012) (Proposed 03/08/2012) Latest Action: 03/08/12 Amendment SA 1537, under the order of 3/7/2012, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, the amendment was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 56 - 42. Record Vote Number: 34. (All Actions)
116. 58. S.Amdt.1537   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To approve the Keystone XL pipeline project and provide for environmental protection and government oversight. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Submitted 02/13/2012) (Proposed 03/08/2012) Latest Action: 03/08/12 Amendment SA 1537, under the order of 3/7/2012, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, the amendment was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 56 - 42. Record Vote Number: 34. (All Actions)
117. AMENDMENT
     59. S.Amdt.1520 to S.Amdt.1730   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to protect rights of conscience with regard to requirements for coverage of specific items and services. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] (Submitted 02/09/2012) (Proposed 02/28/2012) Latest Action: 03/01/12 Motion to table amendment SA 1520 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 48. Record Vote Number: 24. (All Actions)
118. 59. S.Amdt.1520 to S.Amdt.1730   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To amend the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to protect rights of conscience with regard to requirements for coverage of specific items and services. Amends Bill: S.1813 Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] (Submitted 02/09/2012) (Proposed 02/28/2012) Latest Action: 03/01/12 Motion to table amendment SA 1520 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 48. Record Vote Number: 24. (All Actions)
119. BILL
     60. S.2118 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Health Care Bureaucrats Elimination Act Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (24) Latest Action: Senate - 02/17/2012 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 326. (All Actions) Tracker:

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120. 60. S.2118 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Health Care Bureaucrats Elimination Act Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (24) Latest Action: Senate - 02/17/2012 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 326. (All Actions) Tracker:

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121. RESOLUTION
     61. S.Res.380 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the importance of preventing the Government of Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons capability. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (77) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 02/16/2012 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S858) (All Actions) Tracker:

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122. 61. S.Res.380 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the importance of preventing the Government of Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons capability. Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (Introduced 02/16/2012) Cosponsors: (77) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 02/16/2012 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S858) (All Actions) Tracker:

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123. RESOLUTION
     62. S.Res.378 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that children should have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family and that it is the policy of the United States that family reunification, kinship care, or domestic and intercountry adoption promotes permanency and stability to a greater degree than long-term institutionalization and long-term, continually disrupted foster care. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 02/15/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Latest Action: Senate - 02/15/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S803; text as passed Senate: CR S803; text of measure as introduced: CR S704) (All Actions) Tracker:

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124. 62. S.Res.378 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that children should have a safe, loving, nurturing, and permanent family and that it is the policy of the United States that family reunification, kinship care, or domestic and intercountry adoption promotes permanency and stability to a greater degree than long-term institutionalization and long-term, continually disrupted foster care. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 02/15/2012) Cosponsors: (10) Latest Action: Senate - 02/15/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S803; text as passed Senate: CR S803; text of measure as introduced: CR S704) (All Actions) Tracker:

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125. BILL
     63. S.2100 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Strategic Petroleum Supplies Act Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 02/13/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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126. 63. S.2100 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Strategic Petroleum Supplies Act Sponsor: Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] (Introduced 02/13/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 02/13/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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127. BILL
     64. S.2041 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline project and provide for environmental protection and government oversight. Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (45) Latest Action: 02/07/2012 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S366-367) (All Actions) Tracker:

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128. 64. S.2041 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to approve the Keystone XL pipeline project and provide for environmental protection and government oversight. Sponsor: Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (45) Latest Action: 02/07/2012 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S366-367) (All Actions) Tracker:

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129. RESOLUTION
     65. S.Res.368 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives in that earthquake, and expressing continued solidarity with the people of Haiti. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 02/06/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Latest Action: Senate - 02/06/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S358-359; text as passed Senate: CR S358-359; text of measure as introduced: CR S351-352) (All Actions) Tracker:

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130. 65. S.Res.368 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives in that earthquake, and expressing continued solidarity with the people of Haiti. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 02/06/2012) Cosponsors: (14) Latest Action: Senate - 02/06/2012 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S358-359; text as passed Senate: CR S358-359; text of measure as introduced: CR S351-352) (All Actions) Tracker:

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131. BILL
     66. S.2058 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to close loopholes, increase transparency, and improve the effectiveness of sanctions on Iranian trade in petroleum products. Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK] (Introduced 02/01/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 02/01/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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132. 66. S.2058 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to close loopholes, increase transparency, and improve the effectiveness of sanctions on Iranian trade in petroleum products. Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK] (Introduced 02/01/2012) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Latest Action: Senate - 02/01/2012 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (All Actions) Tracker:

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133. CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
     67. S.Con.Res.34 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in honor of the life and legacy of Vaclav Havel. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/31/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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134. 67. S.Con.Res.34 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress in honor of the life and legacy of Vaclav Havel. Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 01/30/2012) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: House - Foreign Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/31/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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135. JOINT RESOLUTION
     68. 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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136. 68. 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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137. LAW
     69. S.384 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend title 39, United States Code, to extend the authority of the United States Postal Service to issue a semipostal to raise funds for breast cancer research. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 02/17/2011) Cosponsors: (66) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-97 Latest Action: 12/23/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-80. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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138. 69. S.384 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend title 39, United States Code, to extend the authority of the United States Postal Service to issue a semipostal to raise funds for breast cancer research. Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 02/17/2011) Cosponsors: (66) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 112-97 Latest Action: 12/23/2011 Became Public Law No: 112-80. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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

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141. BILL
     71. S.2007 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend the African Growth and Opportunity Act to extend the third-country fabric rule, to add South Sudan to the list of countries eligible for designation under that Act, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] (Introduced 12/15/2011) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 12/15/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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142. 71. S.2007 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend the African Growth and Opportunity Act to extend the third-country fabric rule, to add South Sudan to the list of countries eligible for designation under that Act, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] (Introduced 12/15/2011) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 12/15/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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143. BILL
     72. S.2004 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM] (Introduced 12/15/2011) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/15/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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144. 72. S.2004 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to grant the Congressional Gold Medal to the troops who defended Bataan during World War II. Sponsor: Sen. Udall, Tom [D-NM] (Introduced 12/15/2011) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/15/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

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145. BILL
     73. S.1831 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Access to Capital for Job Creators Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 11/09/2011) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance and Investment. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-465. (All Actions) Tracker:

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146. 73. S.1831 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Access to Capital for Job Creators Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 11/09/2011) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/14/2011 Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance and Investment. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 112-465. (All Actions) Tracker:

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147. JOINT RESOLUTION
     74. 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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148. 74. 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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149. AMENDMENT
     75. S.Amdt.1462   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To make minor edits to the bill. Amends Bill: H.R.515 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 12/14/2011) (Proposed 12/14/2011) Latest Action: 12/14/11 Amendment SA 1462 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
150. 75. S.Amdt.1462   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To make minor edits to the bill. Amends Bill: H.R.515 Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Submitted 12/14/2011) (Proposed 12/14/2011) Latest Action: 12/14/11 Amendment SA 1462 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
151. RESOLUTION
     76. S.Res.343 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 84th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej on December 5, 2011. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 12/05/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: Senate - 12/05/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8342; text as passed Senate: CR S8342; text of measure as introduced: CR S8187) (All Actions) Tracker:

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

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153. BILL
     77. S.1935 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) March of Dimes Commemorative Coin Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Hagan, Kay R. [D-NC] (Introduced 12/01/2011) Cosponsors: (72) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3187, which became Public Law 112-209 on 12/18/2012. Tracker:

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154. 77. S.1935 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) March of Dimes Commemorative Coin Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Hagan, Kay R. [D-NC] (Introduced 12/01/2011) Cosponsors: (72) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 12/01/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3187, which became Public Law 112-209 on 12/18/2012. Tracker:

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

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

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157. JOINT RESOLUTION
     79. 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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158. 79. 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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159. AMENDMENT
     80. S.Amdt.1072   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To enhance the national defense through empowerment of the National Guard, enhancement of the functions of the National Guard Bureau, and improvement of Federal-State military coordination in domestic emergency response. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/28/11 Amendment SA 1072 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
160. 80. S.Amdt.1072   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To enhance the national defense through empowerment of the National Guard, enhancement of the functions of the National Guard Bureau, and improvement of Federal-State military coordination in domestic emergency response. Amends Bill: S.1867 Sponsor: Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] (Submitted 11/17/2011) (Proposed 11/17/2011) Latest Action: 11/28/11 Amendment SA 1072 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (All Actions)
161. RESOLUTION
     81. S.Res.326 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating Thursday, November 17, 2011, as "Feed America Day". Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 11/16/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7629-7630; text as passed Senate: CR S7629; text of measure as introduced: CR S7618-7619) (All Actions) Tracker:

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162. 81. S.Res.326 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating Thursday, November 17, 2011, as "Feed America Day". Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 11/16/2011) Cosponsors: (5) Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7629-7630; text as passed Senate: CR S7629; text of measure as introduced: CR S7618-7619) (All Actions) Tracker:

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163. RESOLUTION
     82. S.Res.324 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the United States-Australia alliance. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 11/16/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7604-7605; text as passed Senate: CR S7604; text of measure as introduced: CR S7617-7618) (All Actions) Tracker:

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164. 82. S.Res.324 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the United States-Australia alliance. Sponsor: Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (Introduced 11/16/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7604-7605; text as passed Senate: CR S7604; text of measure as introduced: CR S7617-7618) (All Actions) Tracker:

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165. RESOLUTION
     83. S.Res.302 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 10/20/2011) Cosponsors: (26) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7605) (All Actions) Tracker:

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166. 83. S.Res.302 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 10/20/2011) Cosponsors: (26) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 11/16/2011 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S7605) (All Actions) Tracker:

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167. BILL
     84. S.1843 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Representation Fairness Restoration Act Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 11/10/2011) Cosponsors: (33) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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168. 84. S.1843 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Representation Fairness Restoration Act Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 11/10/2011) Cosponsors: (33) Committees: Senate - Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (All Actions) Tracker:

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169. JOINT RESOLUTION
     85. 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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170. 85. 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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171. RESOLUTION
     86. S.Res.320 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating November 26, 2011, as "Small Business Saturday" and supporting efforts to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 11/10/2011) Cosponsors: (36) Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7391; text as passed Senate: CR S7391; text of measure as introduced: CR S7385) (All Actions) Tracker:

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172. 86. S.Res.320 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution designating November 26, 2011, as "Small Business Saturday" and supporting efforts to increase awareness of the value of locally owned small businesses. Sponsor: Sen. Landrieu, Mary L. [D-LA] (Introduced 11/10/2011) Cosponsors: (36) Latest Action: Senate - 11/10/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7391; text as passed Senate: CR S7391; text of measure as introduced: CR S7385) (All Actions) Tracker:

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173. AMENDMENT
     87. S.Amdt.928 to S.Amdt.927   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide American jobs through economic growth. Amends Bill: H.R.674 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/08/2011) (Proposed 11/09/2011) Latest Action: 11/10/11 Amendment SA 928, under the order of 11/8/2011, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 40 - 56. Record Vote Number: 202. (All Actions)
174. 87. S.Amdt.928 to S.Amdt.927   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide American jobs through economic growth. Amends Bill: H.R.674 Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Submitted 11/08/2011) (Proposed 11/09/2011) Latest Action: 11/10/11 Amendment SA 928, under the order of 11/8/2011, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 40 - 56. Record Vote Number: 202. (All Actions)
175. BILL
     88. S.1729 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 to clarify that manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant under that Act. Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] (Introduced 10/18/2011) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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176. 88. S.1729 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 to clarify that manure is not considered a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant under that Act. Sponsor: Sen. Blunt, Roy [R-MO] (Introduced 10/18/2011) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Environment and Public Works Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. (All Actions) Tracker:

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177. BILL
     89. S.1728 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Stolen Valor Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Scott P. [R-MA] (Introduced 10/18/2011) Cosponsors: (34) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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178. 89. S.1728 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Stolen Valor Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Scott P. [R-MA] (Introduced 10/18/2011) Cosponsors: (34) Committees: Senate - Judiciary Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (All Actions) Tracker:

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179. BILL
     90. S.1720 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Jobs Through Growth Act Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Introduced 10/17/2011) Cosponsors: (37) Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 203. (All Actions) Tracker:

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180. 90. S.1720 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Jobs Through Growth Act Sponsor: Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] (Introduced 10/17/2011) Cosponsors: (37) Latest Action: Senate - 10/18/2011 Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 203. (All Actions) Tracker:

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181. BILL
     91. S.1048 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Iran, North Korea, and Syria Sanctions Consolidation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (81) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 10/13/2011 Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-332. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.1905, which became Public Law 112-158 on 8/10/2012. Tracker:

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182. 91. S.1048 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Iran, North Korea, and Syria Sanctions Consolidation Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ] (Introduced 05/23/2011) Cosponsors: (81) Committees: Senate - Foreign Relations Latest Action: Senate - 10/13/2011 Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 112-332. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.1905, which became Public Law 112-158 on 8/10/2012. Tracker:

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183. BILL
     92. S.1679 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Budget Reform Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 10/11/2011) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Budget Latest Action: Senate - 10/11/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. (All Actions) Tracker:

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184. 92. S.1679 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Budget Reform Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 10/11/2011) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Budget Latest Action: Senate - 10/11/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Budget. (All Actions) Tracker:

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185. BILL
     93. S.1676 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Buffett Rule Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 10/06/2011) Cosponsors: (40) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 10/06/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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186. 93. S.1676 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Buffett Rule Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 10/06/2011) Cosponsors: (40) Committees: Senate - Finance Latest Action: Senate - 10/06/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (All Actions) Tracker:

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187. BILL
     94. S.1626 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) ARRM Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] (Introduced 09/23/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 09/23/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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188. 94. S.1626 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) ARRM Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] (Introduced 09/23/2011) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Action: Senate - 09/23/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (All Actions) Tracker:

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189. RESOLUTION
     95. S.Res.277 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the month of October 2011 as "National Principals Month". Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 09/23/2011) Cosponsors: (8) Latest Action: Senate - 09/23/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5934-5936; text as passed Senate: CR S5934; text of measure as introduced: CR S5950) (All Actions) Tracker:

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190. 95. S.Res.277 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution recognizing the month of October 2011 as "National Principals Month". Sponsor: Sen. Franken, Al [D-MN] (Introduced 09/23/2011) Cosponsors: (8) Latest Action: Senate - 09/23/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5934-5936; text as passed Senate: CR S5934; text of measure as introduced: CR S5950) (All Actions) Tracker:

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191. BILL
     96. S.1603 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Open Fuels Standard Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] (Introduced 09/22/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: Senate - 09/22/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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192. 96. S.1603 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Open Fuels Standard Act of 2011 Sponsor: Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] (Introduced 09/22/2011) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Action: Senate - 09/22/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (All Actions) Tracker:

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193. BILL
     97. S.1591 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Raoul Wallenberg Centennial Celebration Act Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] (Introduced 09/21/2011) Cosponsors: (70) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3001, which became Public Law 112-148 on 7/26/2012. Tracker:

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194. 97. S.1591 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Raoul Wallenberg Centennial Celebration Act Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] (Introduced 09/21/2011) Cosponsors: (70) Committees: Senate - Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 09/21/2011 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R.3001, which became Public Law 112-148 on 7/26/2012. Tracker:

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195. AMENDMENT
     98. S.Amdt.626 to S.Amdt.633   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide trade promotion authority for the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement and for other trade agreements. Amends Bill: H.R.2832 Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Submitted 09/19/2011) (Proposed 09/20/2011) Latest Action: 09/20/11 Amendment SA 626 as modified, under the order of 9/20/2011, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 141. (text as modified Senate: CR S5758) (All Actions)
196. 98. S.Amdt.626 to S.Amdt.633   — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Purpose: To provide trade promotion authority for the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement and for other trade agreements. Amends Bill: H.R.2832 Sponsor: Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] (Submitted 09/19/2011) (Proposed 09/20/2011) Latest Action: 09/20/11 Amendment SA 626 as modified, under the order of 9/20/2011, not having achieved 60 votes in the affirmative, was not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 45 - 55. Record Vote Number: 141. (text as modified Senate: CR S5758) (All Actions)
197. RESOLUTION
     99. S.Res.271 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Charles H. Percy, former Senator for the State of Illinois. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 09/19/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5729-5730; text as passed Senate: CR S5730; text of measure as introduced: CR S5728) (All Actions) Tracker:

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198. 99. S.Res.271 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution honoring the life and legacy of the Honorable Charles H. Percy, former Senator for the State of Illinois. Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 09/19/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: Senate - 09/19/2011 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5729-5730; text as passed Senate: CR S5730; text of measure as introduced: CR S5728) (All Actions) Tracker:

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199. RESOLUTION
     100. S.Res.268 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Malcolm Wallop, former Senator for the State of Wyoming. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 09/15/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: Senate - 09/15/2011 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5669-5673; text as passed Senate: CR S5669-5670; text of measure as introduced: CR S5689) (All Actions) Tracker:

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200. 100. S.Res.268 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Malcolm Wallop, former Senator for the State of Wyoming. Sponsor: Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] (Introduced 09/15/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Latest Action: Senate - 09/15/2011 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5669-5673; text as passed Senate: CR S5669-5670; text of measure as introduced: CR S5689) (All Actions) Tracker:

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