Mel Martinez
Republican · Florida · Senate
21 years in office
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Last updated: April 29, 2026
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Sponsored Legislation (177)
S 653 — A bill for the relief of the family of Theresa Marie Schiavo.
Introduced 2005-03-17 · Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
LawS 704 — Caribbean Basin Trade Enhancement Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-04-05 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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Introduced 2006-11-16 ·
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Introduced 2006-09-27 ·
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Introduced 2006-09-27 ·
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Introduced 2006-09-26 ·
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Introduced 2006-06-22 · Amendment SA 4500 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2006-06-14 · Proposed amendment SA 4237 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2006-04-25 ·
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Introduced 2006-04-25 ·
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Introduced 2006-02-14 ·
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Introduced 2005-11-17 ·
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Introduced 2005-11-15 · Amendment SA 2564 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2005-11-16 ·
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Introduced 2005-11-09 ·
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Introduced 2005-11-08 ·
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Introduced 2005-11-04 ·
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Introduced 2005-10-27 · Amendment SA 2341 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2005-10-31 ·
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Introduced 2005-09-22 ·
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Introduced 2005-09-29 · Amendment SA 1885 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2005-09-21 ·
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Introduced 2005-09-14 · Amendment SA 1708 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2005-07-25 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-25 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-21 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-21 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-18 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-18 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-18 ·
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Introduced 2005-07-18 · Amendment SA 1229 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2005-07-11 · Amendment SA 1144 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S8282)
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Introduced 2005-06-22 ·
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Introduced 2005-05-24 ·
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Introduced 2005-05-11 ·
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Introduced 2005-05-11 ·
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Introduced 2005-04-12 ·
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Introduced 2005-03-10 · Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
S 3993 — Securing Aircraft Cockpits Against Lasers Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-09-28 · Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 657.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 4005 — National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-09-29 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Emergency ManagementS 3864 — RAISE Act
Introduced 2006-09-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9125-9126)
EducationS 3836 — United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy Reauthorization Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-08-03 · Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent.
International AffairsS 3792 — Tax and Education Assistance for Children (TEACH) Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-08-03 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8809-8810)
TaxationS 3754 — Tax Equity and Affordability Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-07-27 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 3706 — Spaceport Equality Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-07-20 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8068)
TaxationS 2795 — A bill to exclude from admission to the United States aliens who have made investments contributing to the enhancement of the ability of Cuba to develop its petroleum resources, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2006-05-11 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4508-4509)
International AffairsS 2661 — Puerto Rico Democracy Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-04-26 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Government Operations and PoliticsS 2239 — Permanent Protection for Florida Act of 2006
Introduced 2006-02-01 · Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8422-8423)
EnergyS 2009 — Agriculture Hurricane Recovery Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-11-15 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S12844-12847)
Agriculture and FoodS 1933 — A bill to provide for the inclusion of Department of Defense property on Santa Rosa and Okaloosa Island, Florida, in the Gulf Islands National Seashore if the property is ever excess to the needs of the Armed Forces.
Introduced 2005-10-27 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesS 1839 — A bill to authorize additional judgeships for the middle district and southern district of Florida.
Introduced 2005-10-06 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawS 1628 — Federal Pell Grant Hurricane and Disaster Relief Act
Introduced 2005-09-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationS 1477 — Caribbean National Forest Preservation Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-07-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesS 1386 — A bill to exclude from consideration as income certain payments under the national flood insurance program.
Introduced 2005-07-13 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Emergency ManagementS 1178 — Securing Access, Value, and Equality in Health Care Act
Introduced 2005-06-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 1016 — Desalination Water Supply Shortage Prevention Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-05-12 · Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 109-314.
Water Resources DevelopmentS 939 — Debris Removal Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-04-28 · By Senator Collins from Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs filed written report under authority of the order of the Senate of 08/04/2006. Report No. 109-320.
Emergency ManagementS 902 — Recreational Marine Employment Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-04-26 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Labor and EmploymentS 539 — Incapacitated Persons Legal Protection Act of 2005
Introduced 2005-03-07 · Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 34.
LawS 1 — Margaret Thatcher Congressional Gold Medal Act
Introduced 2006-12-08 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
CommemorationsSRES 601 — A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding Hispanic scientists in the United States.
Introduced 2006-09-29 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S11099)
CommemorationsSRES 519 — A resolution congratulating the Miami Heat for winning the National Basketball Association Championship.
Introduced 2006-06-21 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6321-6322; text as passed Senate: CR S6322; text of measure as introduced: CR S6288-6289)
CommemorationsSRES 510 — A resolution designating the period beginning on June 28, 2006, and ending on July 5, 2006, as "National Clean Beaches Week", supporting the goals and ideals of that week, and recognizing the considerable value and role of beaches in the culture of the United States.
Introduced 2006-06-13 · Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5813-5814)
CommemorationsSRES 285 — A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding national Hispanic scientists.
Introduced 2005-10-21 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S11748; text as passed Senate: CR S11748; text of measure as introduced: CR S11746-11747)
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority IssuesSRES 239 — A resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Infant Mortality Awareness Month.
Introduced 2005-09-15 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S10391)
CommemorationsSRES 140 — A resolution expressing support for the historic meeting in Havana of the Assembly to Promote the Civil Society in Cuba on May 20, 2005, as well as to all those courageous individuals who continue to advance liberty and democracy for the Cuban people.
Introduced 2005-05-12 · Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S5368)
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Introduced 2009-07-29 · Amendment SA 1893 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S8259)
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Introduced 2009-07-29 ·
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Introduced 2009-07-29 ·
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Introduced 2009-07-29 ·
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Introduced 2009-07-23 · Amendment SA 1795 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2009-07-14 ·
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Introduced 2009-07-14 · Amendment SA 1535 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2009-07-14 · Amendment SA 1536 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2009-06-22 ·
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Introduced 2009-05-14 ·
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Introduced 2009-04-01 ·
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Introduced 2009-04-01 ·
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Introduced 2009-02-25 ·
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Introduced 2009-02-06 ·
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Introduced 2009-02-04 ·
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Introduced 2009-02-04 ·
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Introduced 2009-02-03 · Proposed amendment SA 159 withdrawn in Senate. (consideration: CR S1525)
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Introduced 2009-02-03 ·
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Introduced 2009-01-28 ·
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Introduced 2009-01-27 · Amendment SA 65 not agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 37 - 60. Record Vote Number: 19.
S 1555 — Office of the National Alzheimer's Project Act
Introduced 2009-07-31 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
HealthS 1485 — National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-07-21 · Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Hearings held.
Science, Technology, CommunicationsS 1401 — A bill to provide for the award of a gold medal on behalf of Congress to Arnold Palmer in recognition of his service to the Nation in promoting excellence and good sportsmanship in golf.
Introduced 2009-07-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Sports and RecreationS 1363 — Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-06-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Finance and Financial SectorS 1364 — Hurricane and Tornado Mitigation Investment Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-06-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 1127 — Disability Data Modernization Act
Introduced 2009-05-21 · Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs referred to Subcommittee on Federal Financial Management, Government Information, Federal Services, and International Security.
Government Operations and PoliticsS 974 — Medicaid Accountability through Transparency Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-05-05 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 975 — Seniors and Taxpayers Obligation Protection Act of 2009
Introduced 2009-05-05 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 557 — A bill to encourage, enhance, and integrate Silver Alert plans throughout the United States, to authorize grants for the assistance of organizations to find missing adults, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2009-03-10 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 512 — Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act
Introduced 2009-03-03 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
LawSRES 149 — A resolution expressing solidarity with the writers, journalists, and librarians of Cuba on World Press Freedom Day and calling for the immediate release of citizens of Cuba imprisoned for exercising rights associated with freedom of the press.
Introduced 2009-05-14 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5538; text as passed Senate: CR S5538; text of measure as introduced: CR S5529-5530)
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Introduced 2008-11-20 ·
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Introduced 2008-07-24 ·
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Introduced 2008-06-05 ·
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Introduced 2008-05-05 ·
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Introduced 2008-04-16 ·
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Introduced 2008-04-14 ·
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Introduced 2008-04-03 ·
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Introduced 2008-04-03 ·
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Introduced 2008-03-12 ·
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Introduced 2008-03-12 · Amendment SA 4229 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2008-03-11 ·
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Introduced 2008-01-23 · Amendment SA 3906 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S1015)
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Introduced 2007-11-16 ·
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Introduced 2007-11-16 ·
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Introduced 2007-09-26 ·
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Introduced 2007-09-20 · Amendment SA 2950 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2007-09-19 ·
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Introduced 2007-09-11 · Amendment SA 2839 as modified agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent. (text as modified: CR S11404-11405)
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Introduced 2007-09-06 · Proposed amendment SA 2697 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-09-06 · Proposed amendment SA 2696 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-09-06 · Amendment SA 2694 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S11176)
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Introduced 2007-09-06 · Proposed amendment SA 2695 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-07-31 ·
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Introduced 2007-07-31 ·
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Introduced 2007-07-31 ·
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Introduced 2007-07-26 · Proposed amendment SA 2503 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-07-25 · Proposed amendment SA 2413 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-07-25 · Amendment SA 2404 as modified agreed to in Senate by Voice Vote. (text as modified: CR S10103-10104)
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Introduced 2007-07-13 ·
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Introduced 2007-07-13 · Amendment SA 2197 agreed to in Senate by Unanimous Consent.
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Introduced 2007-06-27 ·
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Introduced 2007-06-19 ·
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Introduced 2007-06-14 ·
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Introduced 2007-06-14 ·
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Introduced 2007-02-12 ·
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Introduced 2007-02-08 ·
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Introduced 2007-02-08 ·
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Introduced 2007-02-08 ·
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Introduced 2007-01-22 · Proposed amendment SA 105 withdrawn in Senate.
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Introduced 2007-01-12 ·
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Introduced 2007-01-11 ·
S 3621 — A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize extended benefits for certain autistic dependents of certain retirees.
Introduced 2008-09-26 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 3579 — National Silver Alert Act
Introduced 2008-09-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Crime and Law EnforcementS 3340 — Everglades National Park Land Exchange Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-07-26 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesS 3241 — A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1717 Orange Avenue in Fort Pierce, Florida, as the "CeeCee Ross Lyles Post Office Building".
Introduced 2008-07-10 · Became Public Law No: 110-333.
CommemorationsS 3164 — Seniors and Taxpayers Obligation Protection Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-06-19 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 3161 — A bill to name the Department of Veterans Affairs spinal cord injury center in Tampa, Florida, as the "Michael Bilirakis Department of Veterans Affairs Spinal Cord Injury Center".
Introduced 2008-06-19 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
CommemorationsS 2845 — Medicaid Fraud Reduction Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-04-10 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 2838 — Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act
Introduced 2008-04-09 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1109.
LawS 2777 — A bill to award a Congressional Gold Medal to Dr. Oscar Elias Biscet, in recognition of his courageous and unwavering commitment to democracy, human rights, and peaceful change in Cuba.
Introduced 2008-03-13 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/14/2008 S2156)
CommemorationsS 2655 — A bill to provide relief for veterans with a disability rated as total.
Introduced 2008-02-15 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance under authority of the order of the Senate of 02/14/2008.
Armed Forces and National SecurityS 2603 — Medicare Fraud Prevention Act of 2008
Introduced 2008-02-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 2360 — Student Protection Act
Introduced 2007-11-15 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationS 2359 — St. Augustine 450th Commemoration Commission Act of 2008
Introduced 2007-11-15 · Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 982.
CommemorationsS 2193 — More Children, More Choices Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-10-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 2067 — Recreational Boating Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-09-18 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Environmental ProtectionS 1355 — Spaceport Equality Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-05-10 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S5933-5934)
TaxationS 1009 — RAISE Act
Introduced 2007-03-28 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
EducationS 929 — Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-03-20 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Finance and Financial SectorS 931 — National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-03-20 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Emergency ManagementS 930 — Hurricane and Tornado Mitigation Investment Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-03-20 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 876 — A bill to exclude from admission to the United States aliens who have made investments contributing to the enhancement of the ability of Cuba to develop its petroleum resources, and for other purposes.
Introduced 2007-03-14 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
International AffairsS 787 — A bill to impose a 2-year moratorium on implementation of a proposed rule relating to the Federal-State financial partnerships under Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program.
Introduced 2007-03-07 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
HealthS 397 — Tax Equity and Affordability Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-01-25 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
TaxationS 371 — Appropriate and Consistent Care for Youth Act of 2007
Introduced 2007-01-24 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1059)
Labor and EmploymentS 13 — A bill to temporarily extend increases in certain home loan limits.
Introduced 2008-11-20 · Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Housing and Community DevelopmentSRES 679 — A resolution commemorating the 219th anniversary of the United States Marshals Service.
Introduced 2008-09-24 · Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9424)
CommemorationsSRES 669 — A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding Hispanic scientists in the United States.
Introduced 2008-09-22 · Referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9212)
CommemorationsSRES 582 — A resolution recognizing the work and accomplishments of Mr. Herbert Saffir, inventor of the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale, during Hurricane Preparedness Week.
Introduced 2008-06-04 · Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5047-5048)
CommemorationsSRES 573 — A resolution recognizing Cuba Solidarity Day and the struggle of the Cuban people as they continue to fight for freedom.
Introduced 2008-05-21 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4706-4707; text as passed Senate: CR S4707; text of measure as introduced: CR S4626)
International AffairsSRES 340 — A resolution recognizing the efforts and contributions of outstanding Hispanic scientists in the United States.
Introduced 2007-10-01 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S12388; text as passed Senate: CR S12388; text of measure as introduced: CR S12383)
CommemorationsSCONRES 90 — A concurrent resolution honoring the members of the United States Air Force who were killed in the June 25, 1996, terrorist bombing of the Khobar Towers United States military housing compound near Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Introduced 2008-06-12 · Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5634)
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