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September 7, 2004 |
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Executive Nominations: By a vote of 91 yeas to 0 nays, (Vote No. 164 EX), the Senate confirmed the nomination of Virginia Maria Hernandez Covington, of Florida, to be United States District Judge for the Middle District of Florida, vice Ralph W. Nimmons, Jr., deceased. [Legislative Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [Congressional Record Debate] 6:04 PM
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Executive Nominations: By a vote of 92 yeas to 1 nay, (Vote No. 165 EX), the Senate confirmed the nomination of Michael H. Schneider, Sr., of Texas, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Texas, vice John H. Hannah, Jr., deceased. [Legislative Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [Congressional Record Debate] 6:46 PM
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September 8, 2004 |
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate began consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-5280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 50 yeas to 46 nays, (Vote No. 166), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Schumer Amendment No. 3580, regarding nuclear security in U.S. ports. 5:18 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate began consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-5280] [Congressional Record Debate] Adopted: ...By a vote of 49 yeas to 47 nays, (Vote No. 167), the Senate agreed to the Thomas Amendment No. 3582, to the Leahy Amendment No 3581, prohibiting DHS from contracting out certain security services. The Thomas amendment restores the original language. 6:29 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate began consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-5280] [Congressional Record Debate] Adopted: ...By a vote of 49 yeas to 47 nays, (Vote No. 168), the Senate agreed to the Leahy Amendment No 3584, prohibiting DHS from contracting out certain security services. 7:02 PM
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September 9, 2004 |
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 43 yeas to 51 nays, (Vote No. 169), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Byrd Amendment No. 3597, adding $2 billion to the bill. 2:28 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 41 yeas to 53 nays, (Vote No. 170), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Dodd Amendment No. 3604, to add $20 billion for Homeland Security. 2:53 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 45 yeas to 49 nays, (Vote No. 171), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Murray Amendment No. 3596, to add $300 million for Port security. 3:44 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 46 yeas to 45 nays, (Vote No. 172), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Boxer Amendment No. 3609, to add $70 million to improve state and local communications for first responders. 5:50 PM
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September 13, 2004 |
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 55 yeas to 34 nays, (Vote No. 173), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Schumer Amendment No. 3615, to appropriate $100,000,000 to establish an identification and tracking system for HAZMAT trucks and a background check system for commercial driver licenses. 6:15 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 38 yeas to 50 nays, (Vote No. 174), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Lautenberg Amendment No. 3617, to ensure that the Coast Guard has sufficient resources for its traditional core missions. 6:39 PM
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September 14, 2004 |
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 50 yeas to 45 nays, (Vote No. 175), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Mikulski Amendment No. 3624, to increase the amount appropriated for firefighter assistance grants. 2:50 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 48 yeas to 47 nays, (Vote No. 176), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Corzine Modified Amendment No. 3619, to appropriate an additional $100,000,000 to enhance the security of chemical plants. 4:19 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 49 yeas to 45 nays, (Vote No. 177), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Dayton Amendment No. 3629, to ensure the continuation of benefits for certain individuals providing security services for Federal buildings. 4:41 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 44 yeas to 50 nays, (Vote No. 178), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Clinton Amendment No. 3632, to increase the amount appropriated for High Threat Urban Areas by $625 million. [Inouye later indicated he had voted "Yea". Totals have been changed accordingly.] 5:09 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 48 yeas to 47 nays, (Vote No. 179), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Byrd Amendment No. 3649, to increase the amount appropriated by $470 million from the sale of oil from the national reserve. 8:40 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 49 yeas to 45 nays, (Vote No. 180), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Kennedy Amendment No. 3626, to require the President to provide to Congress a copy of the Scowcroft Commission report on improving the capabilities of the United States intelligence community. 9:48 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 43 yeas to 51 nays, (Vote No. 181), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Schumer Amendment No. 3656, regarding Railroad grants and transit security. 10:03 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 44 yeas to 49 nays, (Vote No. 182), three-fifths (60) of those Senators duly chosen and sworn NOT having voted in the affirmative, the Senate FAILED to agreed to a motion to waive the applicable sections of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 with respect to the Schumer Amendment No. 3655, regarding immigration. 10:20 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: The Senate continued consideration of H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 54 yeas to 39 nays, (Vote No. 183), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Clinton Amendment No. 3631, to provide a new allocation of resources based on threat. 10:41 PM
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Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2005: By a vote of 93 yeas to 0 nays, (Vote No. 184), the Senate passed H.R. 4567, making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2537, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4567 Summary] [H.R. 4567 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-541] [S. 2537 Summary] [S. 2537 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-280] [Congressional Record Debate] 11:00 PM
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September 20, 2004 |
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Military Construction Appropriations Act--2005: By a vote of 91 yeas to 0 nays, (Vote No. 185), the Senate passed H.R. 4837, making appropriations for military construction, family housing, and base realignment and closure for the Department of Defense for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [striking all after the enacting clause and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2674, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4837 Summary] [H.R. 4837 Legislative Status] [H.Rept. 108-607] [S. 2674 Summary] [S. 2674 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-309] [Congressional Record Debate] 6:07 PM
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September 21, 2004 |
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Legislative Branch Appropriations Act--2005: By a vote of 94 yeas to 2 nays, (Vote No. 186), the Senate passed H.R. 4755, making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes [retaining the language pertaining to the House but striking all after that language and inserting in lieu thereof, the text of S. 2666, the Senate companion measure]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 4755 Summary] [H.R. 4755 Legislative Status] [H.Rept. 108-577] [S. 2666 Summary] [S. 2666 Legislative Status] [Report No. 108-307] [Congressional Record Debate] 5:09 PM
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September 22, 2004 |
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Executive Nominations: By a vote of 77 yeas to 17 nays, (Vote No. 187 EX), the Senate confirmed the nomination of Porter J. Goss, of Florida, to be Director of Central Intelligence, vice George John Tenet, resigned. [Legislative Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [Congressional Record Debate] 5:33 PM
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September 23, 2004 |
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Working Families Tax Act of 2004: By a vote of 92 yeas to 3 nays, (Vote No. 188), the Senate adopted the conference report to accompany H.R. 1308, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to accelerate the increase in the refund-ability of the child tax credit, and for other purpose [to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to end certain abusive tax practices, to provide tax relief and simplification]. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [H.R. 1308 Summary] [H.R. 1308 Legislative Status] [Conference report H. Rept. 108-696] [Congressional Record Debate] 8:18 PM
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September 28, 2004 |
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Adopted: ...By a vote of 97 yeas to 0 nays, (Vote No. 189), the Senate agreed to the McCain Amendment No. 3702, to add title VII of S. 2774, 9/11 Commission Report Implementation Act, related to transportation security. 2:44 PM
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Adopted: ...By a vote of 96 yeas to 0 nays, (Vote No. 190), the Senate agreed to the Hutchison Amendment No. 3711, to add a section related to air cargo security. 5:00 PM
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September 29, 2004 |
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 93 yeas to 4 nays, (Vote No. 191), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Specter Amendment No. 3761, to set a ten year term limit for the National Intelligence Director. 2:47 PM
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 78 yeas to 19 nays, (Vote No. 192), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Specter Amendment No. 3706, to provide the National Intelligence Director with the authority to supervise, direct, and control all elements of the intelligence community performing national intelligence missions. 3:11 PM
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September 30, 2004 |
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 82 yeas to 7 nays, (Vote No. 193), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Hollings Amendment No. 3795, to create a National Intelligence Coordinator. 5:08 PM
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National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004: The Senate continued consideration of S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. [Links are activated for C.O.P. Subscribers] [S. 2845 Summary] [S. 2845 Legislative Status] [Congressional Record Debate] Rejected: ...By a vote of 47 yeas to 41 nays, (Vote No. 194), the Senate agreed to TABLE the Lautenberg Amendment No. 3802, regarding state sponsored terrorism [to stop corporations from financing terrorism]. 5:38 PM
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