The economic crisis has revealed the soft underbelly of communities across America. Many years ago the Church was the central focus of Families, and for the community as a whole. As the extended family has spread out, the church in many communities lost it's direction. The directive to feed the hungry, and clothe the homeless had fallen by the way until Hurricane Katrina hit.
Once again the Church needs to step up, and become the force in their respective communities in this much needed time in our nation. The leadership of the Church is already invested in their communities in a way that the government never could be or should be. We have a mandate to feed, and clothe those most in need, and unfortunately the Church itself has been looking to the government for grants and handouts when the resources we need are in our own households.
As we struggle to deal with this global economic slowdown we will all learn something about each other. My hope is that we don't fall into a divided country of those of hope, and those without. We have the ability to transform our nation, and The Church Family should be that force of and for Change.
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Friday, April 4, 2008
Extremism Under any Name
They say that history repeats itself. When I was in college many years ago, I did a paper on Nazi Germany. I wondered how a nation that was so well educated could be so easily hijacked to lose a sense of what was morally right. I guess it starts out simple enough where we allow one group to hate another, and to dehumanize that group through images that distort the truth. Hate is easy to sell.
It was a small minority of people that took control of a nation such as Germany. I believe that our next president has to be extraordinary in the sense that he or she needs to be able to understand history, and have a full grasp on the ideology of these new mass murderers. As we see it only takes a handful to corrupt the many, and thanks to this current administrations arrogance and short sightedness we have allowed this new Theocratical-facism to grow. There's no difference in the Extremist's agenda (they use religion as their rallying call) then the Nazi's who used the idea of nationality as their new religion, and we see what came of that.
My opinion is that I don't believe in a notion of moderate Muslims. This doesn't mean that I believe that all Muslims are Extremist's. However, they're just as susceptible to coersion as the population in Germany. After-all if they don't agree they'll be murdered just as well. So I think the outcome is inescapable.
I'm also concerned that we're just as fragile in this country. This last Congress should not have bowed down to this administration. It's supposed to be three "co-equal" branches of government. The Executive Branch doesn't have the right to assign more powers unto itself. However, this Congress was frighteningly too passive, and shows how easily we can be co-opted by a strong personality carrying the banner of Party solidarity. Our elected Officials have placed party loyalty over what's best for their constituents and the country.
Senators Clinton, and McCain lack the ability to see the bigger picture. When you devise a foreign policy strategy it has to encompass a historical perspective as well as insight to possible casual effects. Something this current administration lacked. To put it simply "For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction."
It was a small minority of people that took control of a nation such as Germany. I believe that our next president has to be extraordinary in the sense that he or she needs to be able to understand history, and have a full grasp on the ideology of these new mass murderers. As we see it only takes a handful to corrupt the many, and thanks to this current administrations arrogance and short sightedness we have allowed this new Theocratical-facism to grow. There's no difference in the Extremist's agenda (they use religion as their rallying call) then the Nazi's who used the idea of nationality as their new religion, and we see what came of that.
My opinion is that I don't believe in a notion of moderate Muslims. This doesn't mean that I believe that all Muslims are Extremist's. However, they're just as susceptible to coersion as the population in Germany. After-all if they don't agree they'll be murdered just as well. So I think the outcome is inescapable.
I'm also concerned that we're just as fragile in this country. This last Congress should not have bowed down to this administration. It's supposed to be three "co-equal" branches of government. The Executive Branch doesn't have the right to assign more powers unto itself. However, this Congress was frighteningly too passive, and shows how easily we can be co-opted by a strong personality carrying the banner of Party solidarity. Our elected Officials have placed party loyalty over what's best for their constituents and the country.
Senators Clinton, and McCain lack the ability to see the bigger picture. When you devise a foreign policy strategy it has to encompass a historical perspective as well as insight to possible casual effects. Something this current administration lacked. To put it simply "For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction."
Thursday, March 20, 2008
A More Perfect Union
Today I witnessed a great speech from Senator Obama, and it gave me some hope that finally a voice of reason could be heard above the clamor of politics. It was a chilling reminder to me as I'm old enough to remember the Civil Rights Movement, and the changes those days brought to America. Our society is made better by the honest discussion of race in politics, and in the heartland of America.
In many ways the door has been opened, and it remains to be seen if America is truly ready to walk through it, Blacks, Whites, Asians, Hispanics, and Native Americans. We either rise together or sink together as we deal with the challenges of our generation. We face untold challenges in the coming days and months ahead, with an economy spiraling close to the brink of a catastrophic disaster. Meanwhile the terrorist's in our midst's and abroad cheerfully and gleefully watch as we struggle to fix a broken corrupted system. How do we fix the system to make it work for all Americans?
The challenges for us is fundamentally the question of who do we believe? We fall into the time tested battle ground of red vs blue, and black vs white. How is it working for us? The ideal of perfection is just a notion, that no one believes is attainable. Just as the Founding Fathers sought to create in a new Government a set of ideas that it's laws should respect as divine a man's right to live a full and satisfying life free from the tyrrany of government and religious oppression. Just as the ten commandments have been described as a perfect set of laws, the Constitution with the Bill of Rights have been authored to give us the best chance for a Government that is for the people, and by the people.
What wonderful resounding words...
"We the People" of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
In the coming days ahead "We the People" need to ask ourselves this question... Have we fully lived up to the measure of the gift that has been given to us? I hope as we move forward we can as a nation strive to regain some of this nations noble idea's and make them truly our own.
In many ways the door has been opened, and it remains to be seen if America is truly ready to walk through it, Blacks, Whites, Asians, Hispanics, and Native Americans. We either rise together or sink together as we deal with the challenges of our generation. We face untold challenges in the coming days and months ahead, with an economy spiraling close to the brink of a catastrophic disaster. Meanwhile the terrorist's in our midst's and abroad cheerfully and gleefully watch as we struggle to fix a broken corrupted system. How do we fix the system to make it work for all Americans?
The challenges for us is fundamentally the question of who do we believe? We fall into the time tested battle ground of red vs blue, and black vs white. How is it working for us? The ideal of perfection is just a notion, that no one believes is attainable. Just as the Founding Fathers sought to create in a new Government a set of ideas that it's laws should respect as divine a man's right to live a full and satisfying life free from the tyrrany of government and religious oppression. Just as the ten commandments have been described as a perfect set of laws, the Constitution with the Bill of Rights have been authored to give us the best chance for a Government that is for the people, and by the people.
What wonderful resounding words...
"We the People" of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
In the coming days ahead "We the People" need to ask ourselves this question... Have we fully lived up to the measure of the gift that has been given to us? I hope as we move forward we can as a nation strive to regain some of this nations noble idea's and make them truly our own.
Sunday, March 2, 2008
US Global Irrevelance
I read the other day that the U.S. is increasingly becoming irrelevant, and it set me to thinking about this statement. In places across the globe where we use to wield influence, this influence has been replaced with indifference, resentment and anger towards U.S. foreign policies, and the predatory practices of corporations backed by the U.S. government. Needless to say, many of these pariah multi-national corporations are perceived as being under American control. The truth is that they are not.
Meanwhile, our sphere of influence is being replaced with the emergence of China, and the outreaching of the European Union, which strangely and quite ironic enough are being perceived as more friendly to many countries. The European Union is our competitor, and as chief rivals should not be seen as friendly to American interests. They've done a good job of buying up America, and have put the squeeze on the American people with the blessings of our ignorant elected politicians.
As our dollar spirals downward and out of control many of our countries economic ills can be traced back to influences from Europe. Our national debt (anywhere from $12 to $42 Trillion) is increasing beyond what any reasonable sane government would allow (balance the ###### budget, and cut spending), and the situation in Iraq and Afghanistan are not helping as they drain needed resources that could be applied elsewhere. Meanwhile our ability to influence countries with foreign aid is waning as fast as our international standing and as prices for commodities rise and we no longer have the money to aid the poor. Our successes of the past are overshadowed by this current administration’s gross international failures; which in large part is due to incompetence, and indifference. We've also been ill served by this administration’s self serving attitude which can only be described as extremely short sighted.
To top it off this years primary elections have been high on personalities, but short on the textured realities of our economic situation. Our country is in dire straits, and candidates from neither party have shown a coherent or cogent understanding of this international economic tragedy that is unfolding. We're in the midst of the perfect storm where high energy prices are eating away at our foundation, and in the process causing the dollar to fade into oblivion with inflation rising to destroy the very fabric of American life. Is anyone out there really listening...?
We are at the defining moment in our nation’s history. In our nations young 400 year history we survived a Revolutionary War to achieve independence from the Superpower of their day... England. We even survived a Civil War that in the process rejected Slavery as an institution, and out of the devastation a stronger new nation emerged to distinguish itself to the world as a beacon of light. We survived a major Depression, and two World Wars, numerous recessions, and we survived what has been described as the Cold War. We fought through the Civil Rights movement to address the injustices of Jim Crow, and minimally address the suffering of the sons and daughters of slavery.
Now we are at the crossroads of this nation’s history. Will our nation recover and move forward with the same "can do" energy that helped us send a man to the moon, or as our predecessor England do we fall to the dust bin of the Superpower has been? The moment is here to challenge the soul of America, do we walk boldly through the door of opportunity or do we as a nation fall back to what's comfortable? At the end of the day the battle will be fought either on our terms or on the terms of those countries that we're indebted to.
In many ways this is the story of the two America's that exist. The one America has honor, integrity, and works tirelessly for its citizens, inspires trust in friends, stands for Peace, Freedom, and Democracy, and makes a stand on issues with our foes. The America that the founding Fathers envisioned was a country where men who were free and sovereign citizens could work towards a better life for their families. An America in which ideals, and dialogue to reach a consensus on things such as governance could be undertaken, and a country that was free from religious persecution. They envisioned a country in which the Articles of Confederation, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution of the United States are more then just noble pieces of paper. The framers of the Constitution envisioned a country where rich men and poor men alike could work to elevate their condition in life, and that they were entitled by divine right to do so.
Then there's the other America. An international cabal that has conspired to usurp the power of the American people, that have worked in the midnight, in backrooms, on Islands (Jekyll) away from public scrutiny, in undemocratic fashion working relentlessly using it's power and wealth wielding toxic influence in cultivating, and manipulating government policies and laws to ensure special interests needs that whether unethical, illegal or immoral are enacted to fill their insatiable lust for more power, influence, and greed. This America is a predator and gave us Junk Bonds, The Savings and Loan debacle, the Enron accounting scandal, and now the Subprime Mortgage mess. This latest assault on the integrity of the American way of life can only best be described as a conspiracy by the Banking, Insurance and Mortgage Industry to defraud the American people. Over the years this other America has taken advantage of emerging countries, and manipulated and defrauded those it pretended to help for the benefit of the wealthy. This America has sown the seeds of discontent in distant lands so that the businesses of this America could rape and pillage the less capable of defending themselves.
This election is more about redefining and rediscovering the soul of America. We need a new wave of leaders that can inspire and move America forward with a destiny that is secure, and worthy of those noble warriors that shed their blood in distant lands for Peace, Freedom, and Democracy. We need leadership that is willing to live up to the ideals that brought this nation together. We need leadership that honors the Constitution, and respects the laws of our country. We should demand and expect leadership to lead and to truly serve the American people, and work with corporate America to guide them and get them to cooperate fully with rebuilding the America that generations will be proud of. We need leadership that will work to achieve a future America that has an economy of scale that works, an America that uses the best and brightest to come up with Solutions to rid ourselves of the Federal Reserve Corporation and that defy the Boom, Bust cycle of a toxic, failed, corrupted and co-opted system.
We have a myriad of issues that aren't being addressed by these candidates, and we need to begin asking these in depth questions. We need more than sound bites, and self serving platitudes. The Clinton camp wants us to believe that on day one she's prepared to go into the Oval Office and immediately begin making changes. Are we really that naive to believe this?
On the other hand they're attempting to portray Sen. Obama as naive when he says it's going to take work on all of our parts. I think he's well aware of the challenges that await him as president. Senator McCain wants to continue on with the failed policies of President Bush, and is a recipe for disaster.
The policies of this current administration have been abysmal on all fronts. While I fully recognize the enormity of what this president has had to deal with, history will show that he acted when he shouldn't, and he failed to act when he should have. It's been no small task on his part, but clearly he didn't have the capacity for the job. I do believe however, that he tried to do his best. He stood his ground on the definition of marriage. He acted when we were attacked. We can question how he did, what and why he did, but at least he did something. In the end he'll be remembered for the war in Iraq, where many of our noble soldiers gave some, and many of our soldiers gave all.
God Bless America
Meanwhile, our sphere of influence is being replaced with the emergence of China, and the outreaching of the European Union, which strangely and quite ironic enough are being perceived as more friendly to many countries. The European Union is our competitor, and as chief rivals should not be seen as friendly to American interests. They've done a good job of buying up America, and have put the squeeze on the American people with the blessings of our ignorant elected politicians.
As our dollar spirals downward and out of control many of our countries economic ills can be traced back to influences from Europe. Our national debt (anywhere from $12 to $42 Trillion) is increasing beyond what any reasonable sane government would allow (balance the ###### budget, and cut spending), and the situation in Iraq and Afghanistan are not helping as they drain needed resources that could be applied elsewhere. Meanwhile our ability to influence countries with foreign aid is waning as fast as our international standing and as prices for commodities rise and we no longer have the money to aid the poor. Our successes of the past are overshadowed by this current administration’s gross international failures; which in large part is due to incompetence, and indifference. We've also been ill served by this administration’s self serving attitude which can only be described as extremely short sighted.
To top it off this years primary elections have been high on personalities, but short on the textured realities of our economic situation. Our country is in dire straits, and candidates from neither party have shown a coherent or cogent understanding of this international economic tragedy that is unfolding. We're in the midst of the perfect storm where high energy prices are eating away at our foundation, and in the process causing the dollar to fade into oblivion with inflation rising to destroy the very fabric of American life. Is anyone out there really listening...?
We are at the defining moment in our nation’s history. In our nations young 400 year history we survived a Revolutionary War to achieve independence from the Superpower of their day... England. We even survived a Civil War that in the process rejected Slavery as an institution, and out of the devastation a stronger new nation emerged to distinguish itself to the world as a beacon of light. We survived a major Depression, and two World Wars, numerous recessions, and we survived what has been described as the Cold War. We fought through the Civil Rights movement to address the injustices of Jim Crow, and minimally address the suffering of the sons and daughters of slavery.
Now we are at the crossroads of this nation’s history. Will our nation recover and move forward with the same "can do" energy that helped us send a man to the moon, or as our predecessor England do we fall to the dust bin of the Superpower has been? The moment is here to challenge the soul of America, do we walk boldly through the door of opportunity or do we as a nation fall back to what's comfortable? At the end of the day the battle will be fought either on our terms or on the terms of those countries that we're indebted to.
In many ways this is the story of the two America's that exist. The one America has honor, integrity, and works tirelessly for its citizens, inspires trust in friends, stands for Peace, Freedom, and Democracy, and makes a stand on issues with our foes. The America that the founding Fathers envisioned was a country where men who were free and sovereign citizens could work towards a better life for their families. An America in which ideals, and dialogue to reach a consensus on things such as governance could be undertaken, and a country that was free from religious persecution. They envisioned a country in which the Articles of Confederation, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution of the United States are more then just noble pieces of paper. The framers of the Constitution envisioned a country where rich men and poor men alike could work to elevate their condition in life, and that they were entitled by divine right to do so.
Then there's the other America. An international cabal that has conspired to usurp the power of the American people, that have worked in the midnight, in backrooms, on Islands (Jekyll) away from public scrutiny, in undemocratic fashion working relentlessly using it's power and wealth wielding toxic influence in cultivating, and manipulating government policies and laws to ensure special interests needs that whether unethical, illegal or immoral are enacted to fill their insatiable lust for more power, influence, and greed. This America is a predator and gave us Junk Bonds, The Savings and Loan debacle, the Enron accounting scandal, and now the Subprime Mortgage mess. This latest assault on the integrity of the American way of life can only best be described as a conspiracy by the Banking, Insurance and Mortgage Industry to defraud the American people. Over the years this other America has taken advantage of emerging countries, and manipulated and defrauded those it pretended to help for the benefit of the wealthy. This America has sown the seeds of discontent in distant lands so that the businesses of this America could rape and pillage the less capable of defending themselves.
This election is more about redefining and rediscovering the soul of America. We need a new wave of leaders that can inspire and move America forward with a destiny that is secure, and worthy of those noble warriors that shed their blood in distant lands for Peace, Freedom, and Democracy. We need leadership that is willing to live up to the ideals that brought this nation together. We need leadership that honors the Constitution, and respects the laws of our country. We should demand and expect leadership to lead and to truly serve the American people, and work with corporate America to guide them and get them to cooperate fully with rebuilding the America that generations will be proud of. We need leadership that will work to achieve a future America that has an economy of scale that works, an America that uses the best and brightest to come up with Solutions to rid ourselves of the Federal Reserve Corporation and that defy the Boom, Bust cycle of a toxic, failed, corrupted and co-opted system.
We have a myriad of issues that aren't being addressed by these candidates, and we need to begin asking these in depth questions. We need more than sound bites, and self serving platitudes. The Clinton camp wants us to believe that on day one she's prepared to go into the Oval Office and immediately begin making changes. Are we really that naive to believe this?
On the other hand they're attempting to portray Sen. Obama as naive when he says it's going to take work on all of our parts. I think he's well aware of the challenges that await him as president. Senator McCain wants to continue on with the failed policies of President Bush, and is a recipe for disaster.
The policies of this current administration have been abysmal on all fronts. While I fully recognize the enormity of what this president has had to deal with, history will show that he acted when he shouldn't, and he failed to act when he should have. It's been no small task on his part, but clearly he didn't have the capacity for the job. I do believe however, that he tried to do his best. He stood his ground on the definition of marriage. He acted when we were attacked. We can question how he did, what and why he did, but at least he did something. In the end he'll be remembered for the war in Iraq, where many of our noble soldiers gave some, and many of our soldiers gave all.
God Bless America
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Hillary is a master magician
Hillary is a master magician at the political art of sleight of hand. Pay no attention to the thinly disguished shrew behind the curtain should be the headlines. If you've been following the primaries, undoubtedly you've
seen the many faces of Hillary Clinton. You would see as Ralph Nader described her so aptly as a panderer. She's a panderer, and her husband is a philanderer. They will say and do anything to get elected... Remember Bill's comment regarding Barak Obama in South Carolina....?
When she was taking a beating in the polls she suddenly appeared on TV teary eyed trying to reinvent her image. Now she's resorting to cheap one liner sound bites in a act of desperation. Shame on you Barak. How much more of this nonsense do we have to see that confirms that she's disqualified herself as a capable Commander in Chief?
I'd like to point out a couple of things. One is, that not one candidate is talking about the effect of the National debt in these debates , and have allowed the discussion to focus on nationalized health care. We have a myriad of complex issues surronding National Security. In addition we're at least 10 TRILLION dollars in debt at the conservative estimate, and probably more realistically closer to 42 TRILLION dollars in debt.
I also like to point out that Obama's message has been consistent and strong from the beginning. He understands that it's going to take a radical shift in thinking, and it's going to take the whole village to right this ship. The establishment of bankers, lobbyists and corporate elites have hijacked America, and inspite of all the economic warning signs are hell bent on business as usual.
We can't afford business as usual. We need a leader with a new vision, a leader that understands that we can't continue on this toxic path in America. The quality of life for most American's is going down. Thanks in part to NAFTA, corporate greed, and political irresponsibility.
Americans have worked hard to raise their families while out of control government policies, and inflation siphons off the hopes and dreams of future generations. The dollar is worth close to a dime, and the corporate elites are telling us that our economy is fine. Things are not fine, and it amazes me how these folks can continue on with their agenda, knowing that it's having a demonstrable effect on our nations future.
One last comment, Why does the U.S. resemble a third world country? How come we're getting certain families that feel as if they're entitled to hold the highest office in the land? We have the wife of a former president suggesting, that because she was there in the White House that somehow this makes her more qualified then others. Are we that gullible, and easily manipulated as a people? If so, what does this say about the future of America?
seen the many faces of Hillary Clinton. You would see as Ralph Nader described her so aptly as a panderer. She's a panderer, and her husband is a philanderer. They will say and do anything to get elected... Remember Bill's comment regarding Barak Obama in South Carolina....?
His comment was racially motivated.
You would see her in one vein acting as if she truly cares so much about the average American. A gentle Hillary, a fired up Hillary, a teary eye'd Hillary. I've read that the "Eye's are the windows to the soul...." It doesn't get any clearer when you check out her eyes. They're cold and calculating.
When she was taking a beating in the polls she suddenly appeared on TV teary eyed trying to reinvent her image. Now she's resorting to cheap one liner sound bites in a act of desperation. Shame on you Barak. How much more of this nonsense do we have to see that confirms that she's disqualified herself as a capable Commander in Chief?
I'd like to point out a couple of things. One is, that not one candidate is talking about the effect of the National debt in these debates , and have allowed the discussion to focus on nationalized health care. We have a myriad of complex issues surronding National Security. In addition we're at least 10 TRILLION dollars in debt at the conservative estimate, and probably more realistically closer to 42 TRILLION dollars in debt.
I also like to point out that Obama's message has been consistent and strong from the beginning. He understands that it's going to take a radical shift in thinking, and it's going to take the whole village to right this ship. The establishment of bankers, lobbyists and corporate elites have hijacked America, and inspite of all the economic warning signs are hell bent on business as usual.
We can't afford business as usual. We need a leader with a new vision, a leader that understands that we can't continue on this toxic path in America. The quality of life for most American's is going down. Thanks in part to NAFTA, corporate greed, and political irresponsibility.
Americans have worked hard to raise their families while out of control government policies, and inflation siphons off the hopes and dreams of future generations. The dollar is worth close to a dime, and the corporate elites are telling us that our economy is fine. Things are not fine, and it amazes me how these folks can continue on with their agenda, knowing that it's having a demonstrable effect on our nations future.
One last comment, Why does the U.S. resemble a third world country? How come we're getting certain families that feel as if they're entitled to hold the highest office in the land? We have the wife of a former president suggesting, that because she was there in the White House that somehow this makes her more qualified then others. Are we that gullible, and easily manipulated as a people? If so, what does this say about the future of America?
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Senator Obama has sponsored numerous bills
Where's the beef:
Senator Obama has sponsored numerous bills for consideration, and these resolutions have been substantive contributions. The critics of Senator Obama have said repeatedly that he’s inexperienced, and have questioned what he’s done in his time as a Senator…
According to the Library of Congress, Thomas: and here’s the link.
http://thomas.loc.gov/
Too be fair and impartial I’ve also included Senator Clintons.
1. S.CON.RES.5 : A concurrent resolution honoring the life of Percy Lavon Julian, a pioneer in the field of organic chemistry and the first and only African-American chemist to be inducted into the National Academy of Sciences.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/31/2007) Cosponsors (5) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 1/31/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
2. S.CON.RES.25 : A concurrent resolution condemning the recent violent actions of the Government of Zimbabwe against peaceful opposition party activists and members of civil society.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 6/26/2007 Held at the desk.
3. S.CON.RES.44 : A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that a commemorative postage stamp should be issued honoring Rosa Louise McCauley Parks.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/12/2007) Cosponsors (22) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 10/19/2007 Referred to Senate subcommittee. Status: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
4. S.CON.RES.46 : A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Sickle Cell Disease Awareness Month.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/17/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
5. S.RES.133 : A resolution celebrating the life of Bishop Gilbert Earl Patterson.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/28/2007) Cosponsors (4) Latest Major Action: 3/28/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
6. S.RES.268 : A resolution designating July 12, 2007, as "National Summer Learning Day".Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 7/13/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
7. S.RES.383 : A resolution honoring and recognizing the achievements of Carl Stokes, the first African-American mayor of a major American city, in the 40th year since his election as Mayor of Cleveland, Ohio.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 11/15/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 11/15/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
8. S.J.RES.23 : A joint resolution clarifying that the use of force against Iran is not authorized by the Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against Iraq, any resolution previously adopted, or any other provision of law.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 11/1/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 11/1/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
9. S.114 : A bill to authorize resources for a grant program for local educational agencies to create innovation districts.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
10. S.115 : A bill to suspend royalty relief, to repeal certain provisions of the Energy Policy Act of 2005, and to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal certain tax incentives for the oil and gas industry.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
11. S.116 : A bill to authorize resources to provide students with opportunities for summer learning through summer learning grants.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
12. S.117 : A bill to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, to improve benefits and services for members of the Armed Forces, veterans of the Global War on Terrorism, and other veterans, to require reports on the effects of the Global War on Terrorism, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (15) Committees: Senate Veterans' Affairs Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
13. S.133 : A bill to promote the national security and stability of the economy of the United States by reducing the dependence of the United States on oil through the use of alternative fuels and new technology, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
14. S.433 : A bill to state United States policy for Iraq, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/30/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 1/30/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
15. S.453 : A bill to prohibit deceptive practices in Federal elections.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/31/2007) Cosponsors (20) Committees: Senate Judiciary Senate Reports: 110-191Latest Major Action: 10/4/2007 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 411.
16. S.674 : A bill to require accountability and enhanced congressional oversight for personnel performing private security functions under Federal contracts, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 2/16/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 2/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
17. S.692 : A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a Hospital Quality Report Card Initiative to report on health care quality in Veterans Affairs hospitals.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 2/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Veterans' Affairs Latest Major Action: 2/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
18. S.713 : A bill to ensure dignity in care for members of the Armed Forces recovering from injuries.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 2/28/2007) Cosponsors (34) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 2/28/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
19. S.737 : A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 in order to measure, compare, and improve the quality of voter access to polls and voter services in the administration of Federal elections in the States.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/1/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Rules and Administration Latest Major Action: 3/1/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
20. S.767 : A bill to increase fuel economy standards for automobiles and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/6/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Major Action: 3/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
21. S.768 : A bill to increase fuel economy standards for automobiles and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/6/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 3/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
22. S.795 : A bill to assist aliens who have been lawfully admitted in becoming citizens of the United States, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/7/2007) Cosponsors (5) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 3/7/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
23. S.823 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to facilitating the development of microbicides for preventing transmission of HIV/AIDS and other diseases, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/8/2007) Cosponsors (18) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/8/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
24. S.906 : A bill to prohibit the sale, distribution, transfer, and export of elemental mercury, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/15/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 3/15/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
25. S.976 : A bill to secure the promise of personalized medicine for all Americans by expanding and accelerating genomics research and initiatives to improve the accuracy of disease diagnosis, increase the safety of drugs, and identify novel treatments.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/23/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/23/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
26. S.1067 : A bill to require Federal agencies to support health impact assessments and take other actions to improve health and the environmental quality of communities, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
27. S.1068 : A bill to promote healthy communities.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
28. S.1084 : A bill to provide housing assistance for very low-income veterans.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/10/2007) Cosponsors (10) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 4/10/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
29. S.1151 : A bill to provide incentives to the auto industry to accelerate efforts to develop more energy-efficient vehicles to lessen dependence on oil.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/18/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 4/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
30. S.1181 : A bill to amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to provide shareholders with an advisory vote on executive compensation.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/20/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 4/20/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
31. S.1222 : A bill to stop mortgage transactions which operate to promote fraud, risk, abuse, and under-development, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/25/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 4/25/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
32. S.1271 : A bill to provide for a comprehensive national research effort on the physical and mental health and other readjustment needs of the members of the Armed Forces and veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and their families.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/2/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 5/2/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
33. S.1306 : A bill to direct the Consumer Product Safety Commission to classify certain children's products containing lead to be banned hazardous substances.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/3/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Major Action: 5/3/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
34. S.1324 : A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation fuel sold in the United States.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/7/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 5/7/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
35. S.1389 : A bill to authorize the National Science Foundation to establish a Climate Change Education Program.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/14/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 5/14/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
36. S.1430 : A bill to authorize State and local governments to direct divestiture from, and prevent investment in, companies with investments of $20,000,000 or more in Iran's energy sector, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/17/2007) Cosponsors (26) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 5/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
37. S.1513 : A bill to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to authorize grant programs to enhance the access of low-income African-American students to higher education.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 5/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
38. S.1574 : A bill to establish Teaching Residency Programs for preparation and induction of teachers.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/7/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 6/7/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
39. S.1713 : A bill to provide for the issuance of a commemorative postage stamp in honor of Rosa Parks.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/27/2007) Cosponsors (27) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 7/13/2007 Referred to Senate subcommittee. Status: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
40. S.1790 : A bill to make grants to carry out activities to prevent the incidence of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections among teens in racial or ethnic minority or immigrant communities, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/16/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
41. S.1811 : A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to assess and reduce the levels of lead found in child-occupied facilities in the United States, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/18/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 7/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
42. S.1817 : A bill to ensure proper administration of the discharge of members of the Armed Forces for personality disorder, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (11) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
43. S.1818 : A bill to amend the Toxic Substances Control Act to phase out the use of mercury in the manufacture of chlorine and caustic soda, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
44. S.1824 : A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Hospital Quality Report Card Initiative under the Medicare program to assess and report on health care quality in hospitals.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
45. S.1873 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish demonstration programs on regionalized systems for emergency care, to support emergency medicine research, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
46. S.1885 : A bill to provide certain employment protections for family members who are caring for members of the Armed Forces recovering from illnesses and injuries incurred on active duty.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/26/2007) Cosponsors (10) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
47. S.1977 : A bill to provide for sustained United States leadership in a cooperative global effort to prevent nuclear terrorism, reduce global nuclear arsenals, stop the spread of nuclear weapons and related material and technology, and support the responsible and peaceful use of nuclear technology.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 8/2/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 8/2/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
48. S.1989 : A bill to provide a mechanism for the determination on the merits of the claims of claimants who met the class criteria in a civil action relating to racial discrimination by the Department of Agriculture but who were denied that determination.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 8/3/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 8/3/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
49. S.2030 : A bill to amend the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 to require reporting relating to bundled contributions made by persons other than registered lobbyists.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/6/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Rules and Administration Latest Major Action: 9/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
50. S.2044 : A bill to provide procedures for the proper classification of employees and independent contractors, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/12/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 9/12/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
51. S.2066 : A bill to establish nutrition and physical education standards for schools.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/18/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Major Action: 9/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
52. S.2111 : A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to allow State educational agencies, local educational agencies, and schools to increase implementation of early intervention services, particularly school-wide positive behavior supports.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/27/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 9/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
53. S.2132 : A bill to prohibit the introduction or delivery for introduction into interstate commerce of children's products that contain lead, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/3/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Major Action: 10/3/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
54. S.2147 : A bill to require accountability for contractors and contract personnel under Federal contracts, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/4/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 10/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
55. S.2202 : A bill to amend the Clean Air Act to increase the renewable content of gasoline, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/18/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 10/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
56. S.2224 : A bill to require a licensee to notify the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and the State and county in which a facility is located, whenever there is an unplanned release of radioactive substances.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/24/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 10/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
57. S.2227 : A bill to provide grants to States to ensure that all students in the middle grades are taught an academically rigorous curriculum with effective supports so that students complete the middle grades prepared for success in high school and postsecondary endeavors, to improve State and district policies and programs relating to the academic achievement of students in the middle grades, to develop and implement effective middle school models for struggling students, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/24/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 10/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
58. S.2330 : A bill to authorize a pilot program within the Departments of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development with the goal of preventing at-risk veterans and veteran families from falling into homelessness, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 11/8/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 11/8/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
59. S.2347 : A bill to restore and protect access to discount drug prices for university-based and safety-net clinics.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 11/13/2007) Cosponsors (31) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 11/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
60. S.2392 : A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to establish and maintain a public website through which individuals may find a complete database of available scholarships, fellowships, and other programs of financial assistance in the study of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 11/16/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 11/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
61. S.2428 : A bill to direct the Secretary of Education to establish and maintain a public website through which individuals may find a complete database of available scholarships, fellowships, and other programs of financial assistance in the study of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 12/6/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
62. S.2433 : A bill to require the President to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to further the United States foreign policy objective of promoting the reduction of global poverty, the elimination of extreme global poverty, and the achievement of the Millennium Development Goal of reducing by one-half the proportion of people worldwide, between 1990 and 2015, who live on less than $1 per day.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 12/7/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 2/13/2008 Senate committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with amendments favorably.
63. S.2519 : A bill to prohibit the awarding of a contract or grant in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold unless the prospective contractor or grantee certifies in writing to the agency awarding the contract or grant that the contractor or grantee has no seriously delinquent tax debts, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 12/19/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 12/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
64. S.AMDT.41 to S.1 To require lobbyists to disclose the candidates, leadership PACs, or political parties for whom they collect or arrange contributions, and the aggregate amount of the contributions collected or arranged. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/11/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 1/18/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 41 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
65. S.AMDT.55 to S.1 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/12/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 1/12/2007 Senate amendment submitted
66. S.AMDT.58 to S.1 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/12/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 1/12/2007 Senate amendment submitted
67. S.AMDT.188 to H.R.2 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 1/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 1/24/2007 Senate amendment submitted
68. S.AMDT.338 to S.4 To require consideration of high-risk qualifying criteria in allocating funds under the State Homeland Security Grant Program. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/5/2007) Cosponsors (7) Latest Major Action: 3/6/2007 Motion to table amendment SA 338 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 58 - 41. Record Vote Number: 62.
69. S.AMDT.524 to S.CON.RES.21 To provide $100 million for the Summer Term Education Program supporting summer learning opportunities for low-income students in the early grades to lessen summer learning losses that contribute to the achievement gaps separating low-income students from their middle-class peers. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/21/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 3/23/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 524 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
70. S.AMDT.586 to S.CON.RES.21 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/22/2007) Cosponsors (6) Latest Major Action: 3/22/2007 Senate amendment submitted
71. S.AMDT.599 to S.CON.RES.21 To add $200 million for Function 270 (Energy) for the demonstration and monitoring of carbon capture and sequestration technology by the Department of Energy. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/22/2007) Cosponsors (4) Latest Major Action: 3/23/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 599 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
72. S.AMDT.664 to H.R.1591 To appropriate an additional $58,000,000 for Defense Health Program for additional mental health and related personnel, an additional $10,000,000 for operation and maintenance for each of the military departments for improved physical disability evaluations of members of the Armed Forces, and an additional $15,000,000 for Defense Health Program for women's mental health services. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (12) Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Proposed amendment SA 664 withdrawn in Senate.
73. S.AMDT.684 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (7) Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Senate amendment submitted
74. S.AMDT.809 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/28/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 3/28/2007 Senate amendment submitted
75. S.AMDT.810 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 3/28/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 3/28/2007 Senate amendment submitted
76. S.AMDT.905 to S.761 To require the Director of Mathematics, Science, and Engineering Education to establish a program to recruit and provide mentors for women and underrepresented minorities who are interested in careers in mathematics, science, and engineering. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/23/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 4/25/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 905 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
77. S.AMDT.907 to S.761 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/23/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 4/23/2007 Senate amendment submitted
78. S.AMDT.923 to S.761 To expand the pipeline of individuals entering the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields to support United States innovation and competitiveness. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 4/25/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 923 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
79. S.AMDT.924 to S.761 To establish summer term education programs. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 4/24/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 4/25/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 924 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
80. S.AMDT.1041 to S.1082 To improve the safety and efficacy of genetic tests. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/3/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/8/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 1041 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
81. S.AMDT.1045 to S.1082 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/7/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/7/2007 Senate amendment submitted
82. S.AMDT.1130 to H.R.1495 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/15/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/15/2007 Senate amendment submitted
83. S.AMDT.1185 to S.1348 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/23/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/23/2007 Senate amendment submitted
84. S.AMDT.1202 to S.1348 To provide a date on which the authority of the section relating to the increasing of American competitiveness through a merit-based evaluation system for immigrants shall be terminated. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Senate amendment not agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 1202 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 42 - 55. Record Vote Number: 200.
85. S.AMDT.1243 to S.1348 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 5/24/2007 Senate amendment submitted
86. S.AMDT.1444 to S.1348 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/6/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Senate amendment submitted
87. S.AMDT.1558 to H.R.6 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/13/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 6/13/2007 Senate amendment submitted
88. S.AMDT.1579 to H.R.6 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/14/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 6/14/2007 Senate amendment submitted
89. S.AMDT.1735 to H.R.6 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/20/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 6/20/2007 Senate amendment submitted
90. S.AMDT.1840 to H.R.6 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 6/21/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 6/21/2007 Senate amendment submitted
91. S.AMDT.2084 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
92. S.AMDT.2085 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
93. S.AMDT.2086 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (12) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
94. S.AMDT.2104 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (3) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
95. S.AMDT.2106 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
96. S.AMDT.2149 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/12/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/12/2007 Senate amendment submitted
97. S.AMDT.2464 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Senate amendment submitted
98. S.AMDT.2473 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (3) Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Senate amendment submitted
99. S.AMDT.2519 to H.R.2638 To provide that one of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5 million or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee certifies in writing to the agency awarding the contract or grant that the contractor or grantee owes no past due Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/26/2007) Cosponsors (3) Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2519 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
100. S.AMDT.2588 to H.R.976 To provide certain employment protections for family members who are caring for members of the Armed Forces recovering from illnesses and injuries incurred on active duty. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 7/31/2007) Cosponsors (8) Latest Major Action: 8/2/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2588 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
101. S.AMDT.2658 to H.R.2642 To provide that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5,000,000 or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee makes certain certifications regarding Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/4/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/5/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2658 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
102. S.AMDT.2659 to H.R.2642 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/4/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/4/2007 Senate amendment submitted
103. S.AMDT.2690 to H.R.2764 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/6/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/6/2007 Senate amendment submitted
104. S.AMDT.2692 to H.R.2764 To require a comprehensive nuclear threat reduction and security plan. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/6/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 9/6/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2692 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
105. S.AMDT.2799 to H.R.3074 To provide that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5,000,000 or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee makes certain certifications regarding Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/10/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/11/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2799 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
106. S.AMDT.3004 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/20/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 9/20/2007 Senate amendment submitted
107. S.AMDT.3026 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/24/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 9/24/2007 Senate amendment submitted
108. S.AMDT.3068 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/26/2007) Cosponsors (4) Latest Major Action: 9/26/2007 Senate amendment submitted
109. S.AMDT.3073 to H.R.1585 To provide for transparency and accountability in military and security contracting. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/26/2007) Cosponsors (4) Latest Major Action: 9/27/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 3073 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
110. S.AMDT.3078 to H.R.1585 Relating to administrative separations of members of the Armed Forces for personality disorder. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 9/27/2007) Cosponsors (7) Latest Major Action: 9/27/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 3078 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
111. S.AMDT.3137 to H.R.3222 To provide that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5,000,000 or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee makes certain certifications regarding Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/2/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 10/3/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 3137 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
112. S.AMDT.3234 to H.R.3093 To provide that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5,000,000 or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee makes certain certifications regarding Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/4/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 10/15/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 3234 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
113. S.AMDT.3331 to H.R.3043 To provide that none of the funds appropriated or otherwise made available by this Act may be used to enter into a contract in an amount greater than $5,000,000 or to award a grant in excess of such amount unless the prospective contractor or grantee makes certain certifications regarding Federal tax liability. Sponsor: Sen Obama, Barack [IL] (introduced 10/17/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 10/22/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 3331 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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1. S.CON.RES.10 : A concurrent resolution honoring and praising the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People on the occasion of its 98th anniversary.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/12/2007) Cosponsors (31) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 6/13/2007 Senate floor actions. Status: Indefinitely postponed by Senate by Unanimous Consent.
2. S.CON.RES.26 : A concurrent resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Military Order of the Purple Heart and commending recipients of the Purple Heart for their courageous demonstrations of gallantry and heroism on behalf of the United States.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/12/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 8/1/2007 Held at the desk.
3. S.CON.RES.27 : A concurrent resolution supporting the goals and ideals of "National Purple Heart Recognition Day".Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/12/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Armed Services; House Armed Services Latest Major Action: 7/30/2007 Passed/agreed to in House. Status: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
4. S.CON.RES.63 : A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress regarding the need for additional research into the chronic neurological condition hydrocephalus, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/19/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/28/2008 Held at the desk.
5. S.RES.20 : A resolution recognizing the uncommon valor of Wesley Autry of New York, New York.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
6. S.RES.21 : A resolution recognizing the uncommon valor of Wesley Autrey of New York, New York.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/8/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 1/26/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
7. S.RES.92 : A resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of soldiers of Israel held captive by Hamas and Hezbollah.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/1/2007) Cosponsors (18) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 4/12/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
8. S.RES.141 : A resolution urging all member countries of the International Commission of the International Tracing Service who have yet to ratify the May 2006 amendments to the 1955 Bonn Accords to expedite the ratification process to allow for open access to the Holocaust archives located at Bad Arolsen, Germany.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/10/2007) Cosponsors (13) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 5/1/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
9. S.RES.176 : A resolution recognizing April 30, 2007, as "National Healthy Schools Day".Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/30/2007) Cosponsors (5) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 4/30/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
10. S.RES.222 : A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/6/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 9/10/2007 Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
11. S.RES.404 : A resolution congratulating all member states of the International Commission for the International Tracing Service (ITS) on ratifying the May 2006 protocol granting open access to a vast archives on the Holocaust and other World War II materials, located at Bad Arolsen, Germany.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/13/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 12/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
12. S.120 : A bill to establish a grant program for individuals still suffering health effects as a result of the September 11, 2001, attacks in New York City and at the Pentagon.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/4/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/4/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
13. S.201 : A bill to establish a grant program for individuals still suffering health effects as a result of the September 11, 2001, attacks in New York City and at the Pentagon.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/8/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/8/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
14. S.211 : A bill to facilitate nationwide availability of 2-1-1 telephone service for information and referral on human services. volunteer services, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/9/2007) Cosponsors (39) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 1/9/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
15. S.301 : A bill to provide higher education assistance for nontraditional students, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/16/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 1/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
16. S.413 : A bill to amend the Bank Holding Company Act of 1956 and the Revised Statutes of the United States to prohibit financial holding companies and national banks from engaging, directly or indirectly, in real estate brokerage or real estate management activities, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/26/2007) Cosponsors (22) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 1/26/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
17. S.511 : A bill to provide student borrowers with basic rights, including the right to timely information about their loans and the right to make fair and reasonable loan payments, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/7/2007) Cosponsors (4) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 2/7/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
18. S.649 : A bill to require the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to conduct an independent safety assessment of the Indian Point Nuclear Power Plant.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/15/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 2/15/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
19. S.661 : A bill to establish kinship navigator programs, to establish guardianship assistance payments for children, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/16/2007) Cosponsors (23) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 2/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
20. S.670 : A bill to set forth limitations on the United States military presence in Iraq and on United States aid to Iraq for security and reconstruction, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/16/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 2/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
21. S.694 : A bill to direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations to reduce the incidence of child injury and death occurring inside or outside of light motor vehicles, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/27/2007) Cosponsors (37) Committees: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Major Action: 5/16/2007 Senate committee/subcommittee actions. Status: Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
22. S.701 : A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose a temporary oil profit fee and to use the proceeds of the fee collected to provide a Strategic Energy Fund and expand certain energy tax incentives, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/28/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 2/28/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
23. S.748 : A bill to establish the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center in New York, New York, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/2/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Energy and Natural Resources Latest Major Action: 3/2/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
24. S.757 : A bill to create a national set of effective voluntary national expectations for mathematics and science education in kindergarten through grade 12, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/5/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/5/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
25. S.764 : A bill to amend title XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to permit States the option of coverage of legal immigrants under the Medicaid Program and the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP)Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/5/2007) Cosponsors (12) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 3/5/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
26. S.766 : A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide more effective remedies of victims of discrimination in the payment of wages on the basis of sex, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/6/2007) Cosponsors (22) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
27. S.776 : A bill to amend the Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program Act of 2000 to include certain former nuclear weapons program workers in the Special Exposure Cohort under the energy employees occupational illness compensation program.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/6/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
28. S.804 : A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to improve the administration of elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/7/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Rules and Administration Latest Major Action: 3/7/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
29. S.820 : A bill to establish demonstration projects to provide at-home infant care benefits.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/8/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/8/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
30. S.837 : A bill to develop a generation of school leaders who are committed to, and effective in, increasing student achievement and to ensure that all low-income, under-performing schools are led by effective school leaders who are well-prepared to foster student success.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/9/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/9/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
31. S.895 : A bill to amend titles XIX and XXI of the Social Security Act to ensure that every child in the United States has access to affordable, quality health insurance coverage, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/15/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 3/15/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
32. S.907 : A bill to establish an Advisory Committee on Gestational Diabetes, to provide grants to better understand and reduce gestational diabetes, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/15/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/15/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
33. S.937 : A bill to improve support and services for individuals with autism and their families.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/20/2007) Cosponsors (14) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/20/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
34. S.947 : A bill to modernize the Federal Housing Administration to meet the housing needs of the American people.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/21/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 3/21/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
35. S.959 : A bill to award a grant to enable Teach for America, Inc., to implement and expand its teaching program.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/22/2007) Cosponsors (12) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/22/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
36. S.960 : A bill to establish the United States Public Service Academy.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/22/2007) Cosponsors (17) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 3/30/2007 Referred to Senate subcommittee. Status: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Oversight of Government Management, the Federal Workforce, and the District of Columbia.
37. S.982 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for integration of mental health services and mental health treatment outreach teams, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/23/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/23/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
38. S.993 : A bill to improve pediatric research.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
39. S.1031 : A bill to amend the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to provide coordination and direction for commodity programs, and to ensure the distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables to schools and service institutions in the United States.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
40. S.1032 : A bill to amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 to establish an Office of Rural Broadband Initiatives in the Department of Agriculture, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
41. S.1034 : A bill to create investment opportunities for rural families and access to credit for rural entrepreneurs and microenterprises, to support rural regional investment, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
42. S.1059 : A bill to amend the Energy Conservation and Production Act to improve Federal building energy efficiency standards, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Energy and Natural Resources Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
43. S.1063 : A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve certain death and survivor benefits with respect to members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
44. S.1064 : A bill to provide for the improvement of the physical evaluation processes applicable to members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
45. S.1065 : A bill to improve the diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injury in members and former members of the Armed Forces, to review and expand telehealth and telemental health programs of the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
46. S.1075 : A bill to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to expand access to contraceptive services for women and men under the Medicaid program, help low income women and couples prevent unintended pregnancies and reduce abortion, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/29/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 3/29/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
47. S.1078 : A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for employer-provided employee housing assistance, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/10/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 4/10/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
48. S.1097 : A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of a military service medal to members of the Armed Forces who served honorably during the Cold War era.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/12/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 4/12/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
49. S.1148 : A bill to establish the Champlain Quadricentennial Commemoration Commission and the Hudson-Fulton 400th Commemoration Commission, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/18/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Energy and Natural Resources Senate Reports: 110-179Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 377.
50. S.1240 : A bill to provide for the provision by hospitals receiving Federal funds through the Medicare program or Medicaid program of emergency contraceptives to women who are survivors of sexual assault.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 4/26/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 4/26/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
51. S.1259 : A bill to amend the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to provide assistance for developing countries to promote quality basic education and to establish the achievement of universal basic education in all developing countries as an objective of United States foreign assistance policy, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/1/2007) Cosponsors (11) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 5/1/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
52. S.1343 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with respect to prevention and treatment of diabetes, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/9/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 5/9/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
53. S.1363 : A bill to improve health care for severely injured members and former members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/10/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 5/10/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
54. S.1390 : A bill to provide for the issuance of a "forever stamp" to honor the sacrifices of the brave men and women of the armed forces who have been awarded the Purple Heart.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/15/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Referred to Senate subcommittee. Status: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
55. S.1409 : A bill to provide and enhance education, housing, and entrepreneur assistance for veterans who serve in the Armed Forces after September 11, 2001, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/16/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Veterans' Affairs Latest Major Action: 5/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
56. S.1427 : A bill to establish the Federal Emergency Management Agency as an independent agency, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/17/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 5/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
57. S.1444 : A bill to provide for free mailing privileges for personal correspondence and parcels sent to members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty in Iraq or Afghanistan.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/22/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Referred to Senate subcommittee. Status: Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
58. S.1452 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a national center for public mental health emergency preparedness, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/22/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 5/22/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
59. S.1480 : A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the payment of a monthly stipend to the surviving parents (known as "Gold Star parents") of members of the Armed Forces who die during a period of war.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Veterans' Affairs Latest Major Action: 5/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
60. S.1485 : A bill to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 5/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
61. S.1500 : A bill to support democracy and human rights in Zimbabwe, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/24/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Senate Reports: 110-136Latest Major Action: 7/24/2007 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 284.
62. S.1542 : A bill to establish State infrastructure banks for education, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/5/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 6/5/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
63. S.1604 : A bill to increase the number of well-educated nurses, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/13/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 6/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
64. S.1705 : A bill to prevent nuclear terrorism, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 6/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
65. S.1712 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve newborn screening activities, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/27/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 6/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
66. S.1763 : A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the award of a military service medal to members of the Armed Forces who served honorably during the Cold War era.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
67. S.1787 : A bill to conduct 1 or more higher education and career readiness demonstration projects for rural, low-income students.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/13/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
68. S.1793 : A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a tax credit for property owners who remove lead-based paint hazards.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/17/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 7/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
69. S.1800 : A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to require emergency contraception to be available at all military health care treatment facilities.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/17/2007) Cosponsors (16) Committees: Senate Armed Services Latest Major Action: 7/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
70. S.1801 : A bill to require a study on the relocation of the Sector Buffalo facilities of the Coast Guard, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/17/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Latest Major Action: 7/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
71. S.1812 : A bill to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to strengthen mentoring programs, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/18/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
72. S.1816 : A bill to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to establish a commemorative trail in connection with the Women's Rights National Historical Park to link properties that are historically and thematically associated with the struggle for women's suffrage, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Energy and Natural Resources Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
73. S.1821 : A bill to prohibit the closure or relocation of any county, local, or field office of the Farm Service Agency or Natural Resources Conservation Service or any office related to the rural development mission of the Department of Agriculture until at least 1 year after the enactment of an Act to provide for the continuation of agricultural programs after fiscal year 2007.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
74. S.1823 : A bill to set the United States on track to ensure children are ready to learn when they begin kindergarten.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/19/2007) Cosponsors (3) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
75. S.1840 : A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide recruitment and retention incentives for volunteer emergency service workers.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/20/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 7/20/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
76. S.1888 : A bill to amend title 4, United States Code, to add National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day to the list of days on which the flag should especially be displayed.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/26/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Judiciary Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
77. S.1898 : A bill to amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to expand family and medical leave for spouses, sons, daughters, and parents of servicemembers with combat-related injuries.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/30/2007) Cosponsors (9) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 7/30/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
78. S.1911 : A bill to amend the Safe Drinking Water Act to protect the health of susceptible populations, including pregnant women, infants, and children, by requiring a health advisory, drinking water standard, and reference concentration for trichloroethylene vapor intrusion, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 8/1/2007) Cosponsors (6) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 8/1/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
79. S.1950 : A bill to require a report on contingency planning for the redeployment of United States forces from Iraq.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 8/2/2007) Cosponsors (7) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 8/2/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
80. S.1967 : A bill to provide administrative ease and incentives for increased saving by Americans, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 8/2/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 8/2/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
81. S.2005 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide education on the health consequences of exposure to secondhand smoke, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 8/3/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 8/3/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
82. S.2054 : A bill to authorize the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to make grants to assist cities with a vacant housing problem, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/17/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
83. S.2059 : A bill to amend the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 to clarify the eligibility requirements with respect to airline flight crews.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/18/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 9/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
84. S.2082 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a Coordinated Environmental Public Health Network, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/20/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 9/20/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
85. S.2114 : A bill to amend the Truth in Lending Act, to provide for enhanced disclosures to consumers and enhanced regulation of mortgage brokers, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/27/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 9/27/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
86. S.2175 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act with regard to research on asthma, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/17/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 10/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
87. S.2187 : A bill to amend the Child Care and Development Block Grant Act of 1990 to provide for child care workforce development initiatives, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/17/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 10/17/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
88. S.2222 : A bill to require the International Trade Commission to report on the specific impact of each free trade agreement in force with respect to the United States on a sector-by-sector basis, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 10/24/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
89. S.2244 : A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to carry out demonstration projects and outreach programs for the identification and abatement of lead hazards, to establish the Joint Task Force on Lead-Based Hazards and the Task Force on Children's Environmental Health and Safety, to strengthen the authority of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/25/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 10/25/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
90. S.2310 : A bill to establish a National Catastrophic Risks Consortium and a National Homeowners' Insurance Stabilization Program, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 11/6/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Latest Major Action: 11/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
91. S.2341 : A bill to provide Individual Development Accounts to support foster youths who are transitioning from the foster care system.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 11/13/2007) Cosponsors (5) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 11/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
92. S.2395 : A bill to establish an adoption process improvement pilot program.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 11/16/2007) Cosponsors (1) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 11/16/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
93. S.2415 : A bill to require the President and the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator to establish a comprehensive and integrated HIV prevention strategy to address the vulnerabilities of women and girls in countries for which the United States provides assistance to combat HIV/AIDS, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/5/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 12/5/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
94. S.2426 : A bill to provide for congressional oversight of United States agreements with the Government of Iraq.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/6/2007) Cosponsors (8) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 12/6/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
95. S.2456 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve and secure an adequate supply of influenza vaccine.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/12/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/12/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
96. S.2476 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to improve immunization rates by increasing the supply of vaccines.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/13/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
97. S.2480 : A bill to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to publicly disclose the identity of long-term care facilities listed under the Special Focus Facility Program of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/13/2007) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 12/13/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
98. S.2514 : A bill to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage and to ensure that increases in the Federal minimum wage keep pace with any pay adjustments for Members of Congress.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/18/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
99. S.2515 : A bill to amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a comprehensive national system for skilled construction workers to assist first responders in disasters.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/18/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/18/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
100. S.2524 : A bill to improve the enforcement of the Davis-Bacon Act.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/19/2007) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Latest Major Action: 12/19/2007 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
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101. S.2535 : A bill to revise the boundary of the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/22/2008) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Energy and Natural Resources Latest Major Action: 1/22/2008 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
102. S.2549 : A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish an Interagency Working Group on Environmental Justice to provide guidance to Federal agencies on the development of criteria for identifying disproportionately high and adverse human health or environmental effects on minority populations and low-income populations, and for other purposes.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/23/2008) Cosponsors (2) Committees: Senate Environment and Public Works Latest Major Action: 1/23/2008 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
103. S.2574 : A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow the use of qualified mortgage revenue bonds for refinancing mortgages and to provide a temporary increase in the volume cap for such bonds.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/30/2008) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Finance Latest Major Action: 1/30/2008 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
104. S.2584 : A bill to establish a program to evaluate HIV/AIDS programs in order to improve accountability, increase transparency, and ensure the delivery of evidence-based services.Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 1/31/2008) Cosponsors (None) Committees: Senate Foreign Relations Latest Major Action: 1/31/2008 Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
105. S.AMDT.231 to S.470 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/5/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 2/5/2007 Senate amendment submitted
106. S.AMDT.278 to S.4 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 2/28/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 2/28/2007 Senate amendment submitted
107. S.AMDT.409 to S.4 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/8/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 3/8/2007 Senate amendment submitted
108. S.AMDT.410 to S.4 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/8/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 3/8/2007 Senate amendment submitted
109. S.AMDT.666 to H.R.1591 To link award fees under Department of Homeland Security contracts to successful acquisition outcomes under such contracts. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 3/28/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 666 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
110. S.AMDT.667 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Senate amendment submitted
111. S.AMDT.668 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Senate amendment submitted
112. S.AMDT.759 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Senate amendment submitted
113. S.AMDT.768 to H.R.1591 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 3/27/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 3/27/2007 Senate amendment submitted
114. S.AMDT.1021 to S.1082 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/2/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/2/2007 Senate amendment submitted
115. S.AMDT.1040 to S.1082 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/3/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 5/3/2007 Senate amendment submitted
116. S.AMDT.1068 to H.R.1495 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/10/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 5/10/2007 Senate amendment submitted
117. S.AMDT.1183 to S.1348 To reclassify the spouses and minor children of lawful permanent residents as immediate relatives. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 5/23/2007) Cosponsors (4) Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Amendment SA 1183 ruled out of order by the chair.
118. S.AMDT.1469 to S.1348 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/6/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 6/6/2007 Senate amendment submitted
119. S.AMDT.1647 to H.R.6 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/18/2007) Cosponsors (3) Latest Major Action: 6/18/2007 Senate amendment submitted
120. S.AMDT.1979 to S.1639 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 6/28/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 6/28/2007 Senate amendment submitted
121. S.AMDT.2041 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/10/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 7/10/2007 Senate amendment submitted
122. S.AMDT.2046 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/10/2007) Cosponsors (7) Latest Major Action: 7/10/2007 Senate amendment submitted
123. S.AMDT.2047 to H.R.1585 To specify additional individuals eligible to transportation for survivors of deceased members of the Armed Forces to attend their burial ceremonies. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/10/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2047 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
124. S.AMDT.2108 to H.R.1585 To require a report on the planning and implementation of the policy of the United States toward Darfur. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (5) Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2108 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
125. S.AMDT.2109 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/11/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
126. S.AMDT.2136 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/12/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/12/2007 Senate amendment submitted
127. S.AMDT.2163 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/12/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 7/12/2007 Senate amendment submitted
128. S.AMDT.2222 to H.R.1585 To prevent nuclear terrorism, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/16/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 9/17/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2222 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
129. S.AMDT.2269 to S.CON.RES.27 Of a perfecting nature. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/16/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 7/16/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2269 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
130. S.AMDT.2390 to H.R.2638 To require that all contracts of the Department of Homeland Security that provide award fees link such fees to successful acquisition outcomes. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2390 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
131. S.AMDT.2398 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/24/2007) Cosponsors (9) Latest Major Action: 7/24/2007 Senate amendment submitted
132. S.AMDT.2438 to H.R.2638 To require the Comptroller General to conduct a study on shared border management. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2438 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
133. S.AMDT.2441 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Senate amendment submitted
134. S.AMDT.2472 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 7/25/2007 Senate amendment submitted
135. S.AMDT.2474 to H.R.2638 To ensure that the Federal Protective Service has adequate personnel. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/25/2007) Cosponsors (10) Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2474 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
136. S.AMDT.2487 to H.R.2638 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/26/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 7/26/2007 Senate amendment submitted
137. S.AMDT.2556 to H.R.976 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 7/31/2007) Cosponsors (5) Latest Major Action: 7/31/2007 Senate amendment submitted
138. S.AMDT.2632 to H.R.976 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 8/2/2007) Cosponsors (15) Latest Major Action: 8/2/2007 Senate amendment submitted
139. S.AMDT.2770 to H.R.2764 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/6/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 9/6/2007 Senate amendment submitted
140. S.AMDT.2802 to H.R.3074 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/10/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 9/10/2007 Senate amendment submitted
141. S.AMDT.2823 to H.R.3074 To require a report on plans to alleviate congestion and flight delays in the New York/New Jersey/Philadelphia Airspace. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/11/2007) Cosponsors (6) Latest Major Action: 9/11/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2823 agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote.
142. S.AMDT.2917 to H.R.1585 To extend and enhance the authority for temporary lodging expenses for members of the Armed Forces in areas subject to a major disaster declaration or for installations experiencing a sudden increase in personnel levels. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/19/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/25/2007 Senate amendment agreed to. Status: Amendment SA 2917 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
143. S.AMDT.2944 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/19/2007) Cosponsors (6) Latest Major Action: 9/19/2007 Senate amendment submitted
144. S.AMDT.3025 to H.R.1585 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 9/24/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 9/24/2007 Senate amendment submitted
145. S.AMDT.3168 to H.R.3222 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/3/2007) Cosponsors (6) Latest Major Action: 10/3/2007 Senate amendment submitted
146. S.AMDT.3197 to H.R.3222 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/3/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 10/3/2007 Senate amendment submitted
147. S.AMDT.3266 to H.R.3093 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/4/2007) Cosponsors (2) Latest Major Action: 10/4/2007 Senate amendment submitted
148. S.AMDT.3302 to H.R.3093 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 10/15/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 10/15/2007 Senate amendment submitted
149. S.AMDT.3735 to H.R.2419 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 11/15/2007) Cosponsors (1) Latest Major Action: 11/15/2007 Senate amendment submitted
150. S.AMDT.3829 to H.R.2419 Purpose will be available when the amendment is proposed for consideration. See Congressional Record for text. Sponsor: Sen Clinton, Hillary Rodham [NY] (introduced 12/11/2007) Cosponsors (None) Latest Major Action: 12/11/2007 Senate amendment submitted
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Agents of Change
The Original Agents of Change:
The Founding Fathers of our country were extremely wise, and knew that history and people have a way of repeating mistakes and wanted to preserve Freedom. As valid today as they were yesterday these ideas resonate across time, and will serve as a beacon for those whose wish is to be free.
Declaration of Independence,
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security…”
The Founding Fathers of our country were extremely wise, and knew that history and people have a way of repeating mistakes and wanted to preserve Freedom. As valid today as they were yesterday these ideas resonate across time, and will serve as a beacon for those whose wish is to be free.
Declaration of Independence,
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn, that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable, than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security…”
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