To congratulate the National Aeronautics and Space Administration on the 25th anniversary of the first flight of the Space Transportation System, to honor Commander John Young and the Pilot Robert Crippen, who flew Space Shuttle Columbia on April 12-14, 1981, on its first orbital test flight, and to commend the men and women of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and all those supporting America's space program for their accomplishments and their role in inspiring the American people.
2006-04-07: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Expressing the sense of Congress that the President should not initiate military action against Iran with respect to its nuclear program without first obtaining authorization from Congress.
2006-04-26: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Urging the President to issue a proclamation for the observance of an American Jewish History Month.
2006-02-14: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Russian Federation must protect intellectual property rights.
2005-12-22: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Recognizing the centennial of sustained immigration from the Philippines to the United States and acknowledging the contributions of our Filipino-American community to our country over the last century.
2005-12-15: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Supporting the observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for other purposes.
2005-08-05: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Supporting the goals and ideals of Domestic Violence Awareness Month and expressing the sense of Congress that Congress should raise awareness of domestic violence in the United States and its devastating effects on families.
2005-09-28: Received in the Senate.
Recognizing the benefits and importance of Federally-qualified health centers and the Medicaid prospective payment system for such centers.
2005-08-05: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Honoring the Native American tribes of the Pacific Northwest and the Treaties of 1855 between these tribes and the United States of America.
2005-06-24: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1341)
Recognizing the artistic excellence and community value of America's 1800 orchestras.
2005-06-22: Referred to the Subcommittee on Select Education.
Conveying the sympathy of Congress to the families of the young women murdered in the State of Chihuahua, Mexico, and encouraging increased United States involvement in bringing an end to these crimes.
2006-05-03: Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of Las Vegas, Nevada.
2005-03-17: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
Honoring the life of Sister Dorothy Stang.
2005-05-24: Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Expressing the sense of the Congress that a postage stamp should be issued to honor law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty and that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee should recommend to the Postmaster General that such a stamp be issued.
2005-03-03: Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform.
Expressing the sense of Congress that the President should grant a posthumous pardon to John Arthur "Jack" Johnson for the 1913 racially motivated conviction of Johnson, which diminished his athletic, cultural, and historic significance, and tarnished his reputation.
2005-03-02: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
Permanent Sales Tax Deduction Act of 2004
2004-11-18: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Ice Age Floods National Geologic Trail Designation Act of 2004
2004-08-02: Executive Comment Requested from Interior.
Terrorism Risk Insurance Program Extension Act of 2004
2004-08-03: Referred to the Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insurance and Government Sponsored Enterprises.
Captive Mammal Protection Act of 2004
2004-11-05: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.
High School Athletics Accountability Act of 2004
2004-09-29: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1722-1723)