Subject Commemorative events and holidays | Current
| State | Bill | Summary/Title | Last Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | SR143 | A resolution recognizing the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in the efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance on the occasion of... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-22 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 79. |
| US | SR152 | A resolution designating November 28, 2013, as "National Holoprosencephaly Awareness Day" to increase awareness and education of the disorder. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-22 |
| US | SR150 | A resolution to designate the year 2013 as the "International Year of Statistics". [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-21 |
| US | SR147 | Supports the designation of May 2013 as National Foster Care Month. Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face. Encourages Congress to implement policy ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3585; text as passed Senate: CR S3583-3584) |
| US | SR148 | Designates May 18, 2013, as National Kids to Parks Day. Recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation and the preservation of open spaces to the health of young people of the United States. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3585; text as passed Senate: CR S3584) |
| US | SR146 | Designates the week of May 12-May 18, 2013, as National Police Week. Expresses support for law enforcement officers across the United States for their efforts to build safer and more secure communities, recognizes their selfless acts of bravery, and ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3585; text as passed Senate: CR S3582-3583) |
| US | SR145 | A resolution promoting minority health awareness and supporting the goals and ideals of National Minority Health Month in April 2013 to bring attention to the health disparities faced by minority populations such as American Indians and Alaska Native... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-16 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3585; text as passed Senate: CR S3532) |
| US | HB360 | Directs the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the presentation of a congressional gold medal to commemorate the lives of Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Carole Robertson, and Cynthia ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-15 Presented to President. |
| US | SR142 | A resolution designating May 15, 2013, as "National MPS Awareness Day". [Detail][Text] | 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) |
| US | SCR10 | Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event on June 9, 2013, to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha (Hawaii). [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-14 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| US | SR140 | A resolution commemorating and acknowledging the dedication and sacrifices made by the Federal, State, and local law enforcement officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3436; text as passed Senate: CR S3434) |
| US | SR141 | Recognizes May 4-12, 2013, as National Travel and Tourism Week. Commends the travel and tourism industry for its important contributions to the United States. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-14 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3436; text as passed Senate: CR S3434) |
| US | SR139 | Recognizes and honors the 20th anniversary of enactment of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA). Salutes all of the individuals who contributed to its enactment. Encourages all individuals in the United States to celebrate the advance of w... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-13 |
| US | SR135 | A resolution designating the week of October 7 through October 13, 2013, as "Naturopathic Medicine Week" to recognize the value of naturopathic medicine in providing safe, effective, and affordable health care. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-09 |
| US | SR137 | Designates May 2013 as Older Americans Month, recognizing it as the 50th anniversary of the designation. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3352; text as passed Senate: CR S3343-3344) |
| US | SR136 | Recognizes the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice and the Mutual Defense Treaty of 1953. Reaffirms the importance of the U.S.-Korea alliance as a linchpin in maintaining peace on the Korean Peninsula and in the greater East Asia region. C... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3352; text as passed Senate: CR S3343) |
| US | SR138 | A resolution congratulating the students, parents, teachers, and administrators of charter schools across the United States for their ongoing contributions to education, and supporting the ideals and goals of the 14th annual National Charter Schools ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-09 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3352; text as passed Senate: CR S3344) |
| US | SR126 | Thanks teachers for their service. Promotes the teaching profession. Recognizes students, parents, school administrators, and public officials who participate in National Teacher Appreciation Week. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-08 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. |
| US | SR127 | Recognizes: (1) the 10th anniversary of the loss of the Old Man of the Mountain, the state symbol of New Hampshire; (2) the inspiration provided by the Old Man of the Mountain to citizens of New Hampshire; and (3) the Old Man of the Mountain as a sym... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-07 Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3212) |
| US | SR130 | Designates the week of May 1-May 7, 2013, as National Physical Education and Sport Week. Recognizes the central role of physical education and sports in creating healthy lifestyles for all children and youth. Expresses support for the implementation ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-07 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3212-3213; text as passed Senate: CR S3167-3168) |
| US | HR205 | Recognizes National Travel and Tourism Week. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-07 |
| US | HR203 | Recognizes National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges that children in the foster care system face. Encourages Congress to implement policy to improve the lives of children in the foster care system. Supports... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-07 |
| US | HR130 | Recognizes: (1) the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) the aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied by the Cyrus Cylinder; and (3) the tour of the Cyrus Cylinder th... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-06 |
| US | HCR30 | Recognizes the independence of Israel as a significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland for the Jewish people and in establishing a democracy in the Middle East. Commends the bipartisan commitment of successive U.S. administrations ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-06 |
| US | SR129 | 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. [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-06 |
| US | HR179 | Congratulates the Republic of Turkey and the city of Istanbul for hosting the 2013 International Jazz Day, and commends the Thelonius Monk Institute for its role in coordinating the worldwide celebration. Recognizes the historic connection between T... [Detail][Text] | 2013-05-06 |
| US | HR193 | Supporting the goals and ideals of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-30 |
| US | HCR33 | Supports the goals and ideals of the National Day of Silence (during which students vow to remain silent to bring attention to the harassment and discrimination faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in schools). Encourages each stat... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-30 |
| US | HR189 | Recognizes the significance of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month (May) as an important time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to our nation's history. Recognizes that Asian American and Pacific Islander comm... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-26 |
| US | SR117 | A resolution recognizing and supporting the goals and ideals of National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 |
| US | SJR14 | Designates the last Friday in April as Arbor Day. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 |
| US | SR125 | Designates April 30, 2013, as "Dia de los Ninos: Celebrating Young Americans." [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3049-3050) |
| US | SR118 | Expresses support for: (1) the designation of April as Parkinson's Awareness Month, and (2) research to find better treatments and a cure for Parkinson's disease. Recognizes those living with Parkinson's who participate in clinical trials. Commends t... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3047) |
| US | SR119 | Supports the ideals of World Malaria Day, including the target of ending malaria deaths by 2015. Recognizes the importance of reducing malaria to improve child and maternal health, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Commends the progress made toward r... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3047-3048) |
| US | SR122 | Recognizes the historic struggle of the people of Mexico for independence and freedom, which Cinco de Mayo commemorates. Encourages the people of the United States to observe Cinco de Mayo with appropriate ceremonies and activities. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3048-3049) |
| US | SR120 | Expresses support for the mission and goals of 2013 National Crime Victims' Rights Week to increase awareness of: (1) the impact of crime on victims and survivors, and (2) the challenges to and solutions for achieving justice for victims. Recognizes ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3048) |
| US | SR116 | A resolution designating September 26, 2013, as "National Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day". [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2991-2992; text as passed Senate: CR S3046) |
| US | SR121 | Supports the designation of May 1, 2013, as Silver Star Service Banner Day. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-25 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3060; text as passed Senate: CR S3048) |
| US | HB1067 | Amends title 36 of the United States Code (Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations) to revise and expand the tables of contents for such title and its subtitles, revise the formatting of the chapter headings, and make techni... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-24 |
| US | SR113 | Designates April 23, 2013, as National Adopt A Library Day. Honors organizations that help facilitate donations to schools and libraries. Urges people in the United States who own unused books to donate them to local libraries. [Detail][Text] | 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) |
| US | SR111 | Expresses support for the goals of National Safe Digging Month (April). Encourages homeowners and excavators to call 811 (the toll-free, nationwide number to call to obtain information on the location of underground utility lines) before digging. [Detail][Text] | 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 S2965-2966) |
| US | HB1258 | Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Development Act of 2013 - Amends the Adult Education and Family Literacy Act (the Act) to allow state leadership activities grants to be used to provide technical assistance to faith ... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-23 |
| US | HR172 | Supports the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal fin... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-23 |
| US | SR106 | Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Rehabilitation Counselors Appreciation Day. Commends rehabilitation counselors and professional organizations assisting those who require rehabilitation. [Detail][Text] | 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) |
| US | SR105 | Designates April 2013 as Financial Literacy Month to raise public awareness about the importance of personal financial education in the United States and the serious consequences that may result from a lack of understanding about personal finances. [Detail][Text] | 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 S2901-2902) |
| US | SR108 | Designates April 2013 as National 9-1-1 Education Month. (9-1-1 is recognized as the number to call in an emergency to receive immediate help from police, fire, emergency medical services, or other appropriate emergency response entities.) Urges gove... [Detail][Text] | 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 S2903) |
| US | HR152 | Celebrates the anniversary of the enactment of the McIntire-Stennis Cooperative Forestry Act. Affirms the importance of the state-supported colleges and universities conducting forestry research and training supported by such Act. [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-23 |
| US | HCR35 | Supports the ideals of World Malaria Day, including the target of ending malaria deaths by 2015. Recognizes the importance of reducing malaria to improve child and maternal health, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. Commends the progress made toward r... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-23 |
| US | SR104 | Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Youth HIV & AIDS Awareness Day. Encourages state and local governments to recognize and support such a day. Promotes effective and comprehensive HIV prevention education programs as a tool to... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-22 |
| US | HR145 | Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the U.S.S. Thresher (submarine) on April 10, 1963, as well as the loss of her gallant crew of sailors and civilians. Expresses the deepest gratitude to all submariners on "eternal patrol" wh... [Detail][Text] | 2013-04-18 |
