A resolution calling for the release from prison of former Prime Minister of Ukraine Yulia Tymoshenko in light of the recent European Court of Human Rights ruling.
2013-11-18: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8082-8083; text as passed Senate: CR S8082)
A resolution relative to the death of the Honorable Frank R. Lautenberg, Senator from the State of New Jersey.
2013-06-04: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3963; text as passed Senate: CR S3961)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that telephone service must be improved in rural areas of the United States and that no entity may unreasonably discriminate against telephone users in those areas.
2013-12-19: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 276.
A resolution designating May 15, 2013, as "National MPS Awareness Day".
2013-05-15: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3535; text as passed Senate: CR S3534)
A resolution celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993.
2013-05-13: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3374-3375)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that all incidents of abusive, unsanitary, or illegal health care practices should be condemned and prevented and the perpetrators should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
2013-05-08: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3263)
A resolution recognizing the significance of May 2013 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.
2013-05-23: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S3878)
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that supporting seniors and individuals with disabilities is an important responsibility of the United States, and that a comprehensive approach to expanding and supporting a strong home care workforce and making long-term services and supports affordable and accessible in communities is necessary to uphold the right of seniors and individuals with disabilities in the United States to a dignified quality of life.
2013-05-06: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3096)
A resolution commending the heroism, courage, and sacrifice of Sean Collier, an officer in the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Police Department, Martin Richard, an 8-year-old resident of Dorchester, Massachusetts, Krystle Campbell, a native of Medford, Massachusetts, Lu Lingzi, a student at Boston University, and all the victims who are recovering from injuries caused by the attacks in Boston, Massachusetts, including Richard Donohue, Jr., an officer in the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Transit Police Department.
2013-04-25: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2982-2983; text as passed Senate: CR S3045-3046)
A resolution commending employees of the Senate Post Office, employees of the Sergeant at Arms of the Senate, members of the Capitol Police, and members of the Capitol Hill community for their courage and professionalism following the biochemical attack against the Senate on April 16, 2013.
2013-04-24: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2979; text as passed Senate: CR S2966)
A resolution honoring military children during the National Month of the Military Child.
2013-04-23: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2904; text as passed Senate: CR S2902)
A resolution condemning the horrific attacks in Boston, Massachusetts, and expressing support, sympathy, and prayers for those impacted by this tragedy.
2013-04-17: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2729; text as passed Senate: CR S2751)
A resolution honoring the accomplishments and legacy of Cesar Estrada Chavez.
2013-03-21: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S2162-2163)
A resolution recognizing the 192nd anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating democracy in Greece and the United States.
2013-03-20: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2051; text as passed Senate: CR S2036)
A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.
2013-12-20: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9111-9114; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S9111-9113; text as passed Senate: CR S9113-9114)
A resolution supporting the goals of International Women's Day.
2013-03-11: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1669; text as passed Senate: CR S1598; text of measure as introduced: CR S1598)
A resolution designating the first week of April 2013 as "National Asbestos Awareness Week".
2013-03-18: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
A resolution strongly supporting the full implementation of United States and international sanctions on Iran and urging the President to continue to strengthen enforcement of sanctions legislation.
2013-05-22: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 99 - 0. Record Vote Number: 133. (text: CR S3745)
A resolution celebrating Black History Month.
2013-02-13: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S717-718; text as passed Senate: CR S716)
A resolution recognizing that access to hospitals and other health care providers for patients in rural areas of the United States is essential to the survival and success of communities in the United States.
2013-02-07: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S527)