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T. Slade Gorton

T. Slade Gorton on Spending & Budget

RepublicanWA

Spending & Budget1,389 votes · 86.3/100 consistent
Fiscal expansionFiscal restraint

2,400 roll calls on this member’s record are tagged Spending & Budget. 1,389 of them counted toward the score above: 794 toward “Fiscal expansion” and 595 toward “Fiscal restraint”.

The other 1,011 did not count: 988 were roll calls whose direction on this issue could not be read confidently — mostly procedural motions — and 23 were ones they did not cast a yea or nay on. They are listed below anyway, marked as not scored, because a filtered list of votes is not a voting record.

DateWhat was voted onVotedCounted as
1989-08-01To reduce certain authorizations of appropriations for the MX rail garrison program and to increase authorizations for certain other programs. — TO TABLE THE LEVIN (D, MI) AMENDMENT TO S 1352, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT, TO DECREASE FUNDS ALLOCATED TO THE MX RAIL SYSTEM.S. 1352 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaDirection not readable
1989-07-27To delay for 1 year the provisions of the Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act of 1988. — TO AMEND HR 2696, ENERGY AND WATER DEVELOPMENT APPROPRIATIONS, TO DELAY FOR ONE YEAR IMPLEMENTATION OF MOST OF THE PROVISIONS OF THE MEDICARE CATASTROPHIC COVERAGE ACT.H.R. 2696 · 101st Congress · On the MotionYeaFiscal restraint
1989-07-26To increase appropriations for resource management and land acquisition programs of the Fish and Wildlife Service, for operation of the National Park Service, for national recreation and preservation programs, for the Historic Preservation Fund, for State and private forestry programs, and for general expenses of the Forest Service, and to decrease appropriations for construction programs of the Forest Service. — TO AMEND HR 2788, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS, TO DECREASE FUNDS GIVEN TO THE ROAD PROGRAM.H.R. 2788 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentNayFiscal expansion
1989-07-26To increase appropriations for resource management and land acquisition programs of the Fish and Wildlife Service, for operation of the National Park Service, for national recreation and preservation programs, for the Historic Preservation Fund, for State and private forestry programs, and for general expenses of the Forest Service, and to decrease appropriations for construction programs of the Forest Service. — TO TABLE THE FOWLER (D, GA) AMENDMENT TO HR 2788, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS, TO DECREASE THE FUNDS GIVEN TO THE ROAD PROGRAM.H.R. 2788 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal expansion
1989-07-26A bill making appropriations for the Department of the Interior and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1990, and for other purposes. — TO TABLE THE EXCEPTED COMMITTEE AMENDMENT TO HR 2788, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS, THAT WOULD PROHIBIT ANY SHIP CARRYING OIL FROM ENTERING THE TERRITORIAL WATERS OF THE U.S. FOR WHICH THERE IS A PROHIBITION ON OUTER CONTINENAL SHELF PRE-LEASING STUDIES, LEASING, EXPLORATION, OR DEVELOPMENT.H.R. 2788 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableNayDirection not readable
1989-07-25To authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1990 for the Army and Marine Corps for research, development, test, and evaluation to develop improved weapons and equipment for small infantry units. — TO AMEND S 1352, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT, TO AUTHORIZE MONEY FOR THE ARMED SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH OF WEAPONS AND EQUIPMENT.S. 1352 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentYeaFiscal expansion
1989-07-24To authorize appropriations of additional amounts for fiscal years 1990 and 1991 for procurement of missiles for the Armed Forces. — TO SUBSTITUTE THE NUNN AMENDMENT FOR THE WARNER (R, VA) AMENDMENT TO S 1352, NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT, TO APPROVE FUNDS FOR MISSILES FOR THE AIR FORCE IN FISCAL YEARS 1990 AND 1991.S. 1352 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentYeaFiscal expansion
1989-06-07To express the sense of the Senate relating to the premium amounts under the Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act. — TO TABLE THE MITCHELL (D, ME) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO SUBSTITUTE NON-BINDING LANGUAGE FOR THE KASTEN AMENDMENT.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-06To repeal section 89 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. — TO AMEND HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO WAIVE TITLES THREE AND FOUR OF THE TAX CODE. (MOTION REJECTED, THREE-FIFTHS OF THOSE SENATORS DULY CHOSEN AND SWORN NOT VOTING IN THE AFFIRMATIVE.)H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the MotionYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-06Relating to section 89 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. — TO AMEND THE KASTEN (R, WI) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO DELAY THE IMPLEMENTATION OF RULES RELATING TO SECTION 89 OF THE TAX CODE.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-06To repeal section 89 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. — TO TABLE THE KASTEN AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO RECALL SECTION 89 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-06To strike the provision dealing with South Africa. — TO TABLE THE HELMS (R, NC) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO MAKE IT ILLEGAL FOR MUNICIPALITIES AND STATES TO HAVE POLICIES CONCERNING SOUTH AFRICA.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-01A bill making dire emergency supplemental appropriations and transfers, urgent supplementals and correcting enrollment errors for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1989, and for other purposes. — TO TABLE THE WILSON (R, CA) MOTION TO RECOMMIT HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, BACK TO COMMITTEE.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to Table the Motion to RecommitNayFiscal restraint
1989-06-01To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the tax on cigarettes, distilled spirits, wines, and beer, and to appropriate the resulting revenues to fund the Omnibus Anti-Substance Abuse Act of 1988. — TO TABLE THE BIDEN (D, DE) MOTION TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO INCREASE THE TAXES ON LIQUOR AND CIGARETTES.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal restraint
1989-06-01To express the sense of the Senate concerning the restoration of Eastern Airlines. — TO AMEND HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE SENATE ABOUT EASTERN AIRLINES RESURRECTION.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentYeaDirection not readable
1989-06-01To provide funds for anti-drug programs as authorized in the Omnibus Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. — TO TABLE THE D'AMATO (R, NY) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO GIVE MORE FUNDS TO THE ANTI-DRUG EFFORTS.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal restraint
1989-06-01To express the sense of the Senate that a democratically elected government be in place in Panama before the Senate gives its advice and consent for the nominee for the position of Administrator of the Panama Canal Commission. — TO TABLE THE COATS (R, IN) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE SENATE THAT THE GOVERNMENT HOLD DEMOCRATIC ELECTIONS BEFORE THE SENATE GIVES ITS APPROVAL OF THE NOMINEE FOR ADMINISTRATOR OF THE PANAMA CANAL TREATY.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableNayDirection not readable
1989-06-01A bill to provide for additional funding for Federal prison space. — TO TABLE THE SPECTER (R, PA) AMENDMENT TO HR 2072, DIRE EMERGENCY SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS, TO GIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR FEDERAL PRISONS.H.R. 2072 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal restraint
1989-05-18A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1990, 1991, and 1992. — TO ADOPT H CON RES 106, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET CONFERENCE REPORT.H.Con.Res. 106 · 101st Congress · On the Conference ReportNayFiscal restraint
1989-05-04A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1990, 1991, and 1992. — TO ADOPT H CON RES 106, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION.H.Con.Res. 106 · 101st Congress · On the ResolutionNayFiscal restraint
1989-05-04An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1990, 1991, and 1992. — TO RECOMMIT S CON RES 30, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION, BACK TO COMMITTEE WITH INSTRUCTIONS.S.Con.Res. 30 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to RecommitNayDirection not readable
1989-05-04To set forth the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for the fiscal years 1990, 1991, and 1992. — TO AMEND S CON RES 30, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION, TO HOLD PAYMENTS FOR SOCIAL SECURITY, MEDICARE AND MEDICAID TO 1989 LEVELS.S.Con.Res. 30 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentNayFiscal expansion
1989-05-03To provide increased funding for education, training and social services. — TO TABLE THE SIMON (D, IL) AMENDMENT TO S CON RES 30, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION, TO INCREASE FUNDS FOR EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER SOCIAL SERVICES.S.Con.Res. 30 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal restraint
1989-05-03To provide funds to relieve State prison overcrowding and to provide additional funds for the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms. — TO AMEND S CON RES 30, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION, TO GIVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING TO THE BUREAU OF ALCOHOL, TOBACCO AND FIREARMS AND SHIFT SOME FUNDS OVER TO HELP PROVIDE RELIEF FOR STATE PRISON OVERCROWDING.S.Con.Res. 30 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentYeaFiscal expansion
1989-05-03Calling for further deficit reduction. — TO AMEND S CON RES 30, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET RESOLUTION, TO EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE SENATE BUDGET NEGOTIATORS SHOULD BEGIN THEIR WORK ON REDUCING THE BUDGET DEFICIT BY JULY 1.S.Con.Res. 30 · 101st Congress · On the AmendmentNayDirection not readable
1989-02-28To reduce funding. — TO AMEND S RES 66, OMNIBUS COMMITTEE FUNDING RESOLUTION, TO LOWER THE AMOUNT OF REPEATING FUNDS FOR 1989 AND 1990.S.Res. 66 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal expansion
1989-02-28To strike the provision in the Resolution that would abolish the present spending cap on use of the Frank by Senators. — TO AMEND S RES 66, OMNIBUS COMMITTEE FUNDING RESOLUTION, TO ABOLISH THE SPENDING CAP ON THE FRANKING PRIVILEGE FOR SENATORS.S.Res. 66 · 101st Congress · On the Motion to TableYeaFiscal expansion
1986-10-17TO ADOPT THE CONFERENCE REPORT ON HR 5300, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT, WHICH WOULD REDUCE THE PROJECTED DEFICIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1987 BY $11.7 BILLION.H.R. 5300 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal restraint
1986-10-17TO TABLE THE D'AMATO, NY) MOTION TO POSTPONE CONSIDERATION OF THE GOLDWATER, AZ) AMENDMENT TO TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, UNTIL DECEMBER 29TH. THE AMENDMENT WOULD BAR ANY FUNDS FOR THE T-46 AIR FORCE TRAINER AIRPLANE.99th CongressDid not voteDirection not readable
1986-10-16TO TABLE ABDNOR, SD) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD DISCONTINUE FUNDS FOR CERTAIN BUILDINGS OR RELATED PROJECTS THAT HAD NOT BEEN AUTHORIZED.99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-10-16TO TABLE THE MELCHER, MT) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE THAT THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE SHALL SELL NOTES AND OTHER OBLIGATIONS HELD IN THE RURAL DEVELOPMENT INSURANCE FUND ESTABLISHED UNDER SECTION 309A OF THE CONSOLIDATED FARM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT ACT IN SUCH AMOUNTS AS TO REALIZE NET PROCEEDS TO THE GOVERNMENT OF NOT LESS THAN $50,000,000.99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-10-16(CONTINUED) TO TABLE THE METZENBAUM, OH) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ADD LANGUAGE TO THE RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE RACKETEER INFLUENCED AND CORRUPT ORGANIZATIONS (RICO) STATUTE.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-16TO TABLE THE AMENDMENT OF THE HOUSE TO THE SENATE AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL WHICH WOULD REQUIRE 50 PERCENT OF ALL THE MATERIALS AND LABOR USED IN OFF-SHORE DRILLING OPERATIONS BE AMERICAN MADE.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-16TO TEST THE GERMANENESS OF THE GOLDWATER, AZ) AMENDMENT TH THE ABDNOR, SD) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT FUNDS FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF T-46 TRAINING AIRCRAFT.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-03TO ADOPT HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD MAKE APPROPRIATE $557,732,573,343 FOR PROGRAMS COVERED BY THE 13 REGULAR APPROPRIATIONS BILLS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1987.99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-10-03TO ADOPT THE BYRD, VA)-DOLE AMENDMENT, TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE $200,000,000 IN AID FOR THE PHILIPPINES AND REDUCE OTHER FOREIGN AID ACCOUNTS BY AN EQUAL AMOUNT.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-03TO TABLE THE BUMPERS, AR) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ELIMINATE FUNDING FOR THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR DEMOCRACY, AS AUTHORIZED BY THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR DEMOCRACY ACT.99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-10-03TO SUSTAIN THE RULING OF THE CHAIR THAT THE KENNEDY, MA) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WAS NOT IN ORDER BECAUSE IT INVOLVED A NEW APPROPRIATION FOR AN UNAUTHORIZED PROGRAM. THE AMENDMENT WOULD APPROPRIATE $29 MILLION FOR HEALTH PLANNING AND REDUCE THE APPROPRIATION FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE BY AN EQUAL AMOUNT THROUGH UNIFORM PERCENTAGE REDUCTIONS IN ALL PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-03TO TABLE THE MELCHER, MT) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE SENATE THAT THE SECRETARY OF AGRICULTURE SHOULD USE EXISTING STOCKS OF WHEAT AND CORN, AND TO INCREASE DOMESTIC COMMODITY ASSISTANCE TO DISPOSE OF SURPLUS AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES TO THE PHILIPPINES, CERTAIN AFRICAN NATIONS, INDIA, AND BANGLADESH.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-03TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE WARNER, VA)-TRIBLE, VA) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE FOR THE LEASE OF THE METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON AIRPORTS TO A REGIONAL AUTHORITY.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-03TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE HUMPHREY, NH AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD DENY STATUS AS A TAX-EXEMPT ORGANIZATION, AND AS A CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION RECIPIENT, FOR ORGANIZATIONS WHICH PERFORM, FINANCE OR PROVIDE FACILITIES FOR ABORTIONS.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE KASTEN, WI) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD RESTRICT APPROPRIATIONS AVAILABLE FOR ASSESSED CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE UNITED NATIONS BY THE UNITED STATES TO (CONTINUED) THE SAME AMOUNT AS PROVIDED BY THE SOVIET UNION UNLESS THE U.N. ADOPTS PROPORTIONAL VOTING, BASED ON THE SIZE OF A NATION'S FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION, ON BUDGETARY MATTERS.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO TABLE THE KENNEDY AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE CONGRESS THAT THE UNITED STATES SUPPORTS CHILE'S NATIONAL ACCORD FOR THE TRANSITION TO FULL DEMOCRACY.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE MATTINGLY, GA) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD MODIFY AGRICULTURAL DISASTER PAYMENT PROVISIONS OF THE BILL SO THAT PAYMENTS WOULD BE IN THE FORM OF CERTIFICATES OF OWNERSHIP OF SURPLUS COMMODITY STOCKS HELD BY THE COMMODITY CREDIT CORPORATION AND MAKE COMPARABLE REDUCTIONS IN EMERGENCY DISASTER LOANS ISSUED BY THE AGRICULTURAL CREDIT INSURANCE FUND. THE AMENDMENT WOULD ALSO LIMIT THE AGGREGATE VALUE OF THE CERTIFICATES TO $190 MILLION AND TO $100,000 FOR AN INDIVIDUAL PRODUCER.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE HAWKINS, FL) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD EXTEND AND IMPROVE THE NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH ACT AND (CONTINUED) THE CHILD NUTRITION ACT OF 1966, PERMITTING 1 PERCENT GROWTH OVER CURRENT SERVICE LEVELS.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE SPENDING ALLOCATION LIMITATION OF THE 1985 BALANCED BUDGET AND EMERGENCY DEFICIT CONTROL ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE ABDNOR AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ALLOW THE PREPAYMENT OF CERTAIN LOANS MADE BY RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AND TELEPHONE SYSTEMS WITHOUT PENALTY TO THE BORROWERS.99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE LEAHY, VT) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE PROCEDURES TO ACCOUNT FOR AMOUNTS BUDGETED AND APPROPRIATED FOR THE USE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FOR INFLATION.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-02(CONTINUED) TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE BUMPERS, AR) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD RESTORE TO STATES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS THE POWER TO PROTECT RATE PAYERS FROM THE COSTS OF ABANDONED OR CANCELLED GENERATING UNITS.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE HEINZ, PA) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD RESTRICT UNITED STATES ASSESSED CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE UNITED NATIONS.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE HELMS, NC) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE THAT NONE OF THE FUNDS APPROPRIATED UNDER THE ACT FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SHALL BE USED TO PROVIDE CONTRACEPTIVE DRUGS OR DEVICES, OR PRESCRIPTIONS FOR SUCH DRUGS OR DEVICES, TO AN UNEMANCIPATED MINOR WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF SUCH MINOR'S PARENT OR GUARDIAN.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE GORE, TN) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD AMEND THE COMMUNICATIONS ACT OF 1934 TO PROVIDE FOR SECURITY AND FAIR MARKETING PRACTICES FOR CERTAIN ENCRYPTED SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-02TO TABLE THE BINGAMAN, NM) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD DENY AUTHORITY FOR DISBURSEMENTS OF FOREIGN MILITARY SALES CREDITS WITHOUT REQUIREMENT OF REPAYMENT OF PRINCIPAL OR INTEREST.99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-10-02TO TABLE THE BYRD, WV) AMENDMENT HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ALLOCATE $200,000,000 OF ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND ASSISTANCE FOR THE PHILIPPINES OUT OF FUNDS TRANSFERRED FOR CENTRAL AMERICAN DEMOCRACIES.99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-10-01TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE HARKIN-GRASSLEY, IA) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL WHICH WOULD MODIFY THE PAYMENT LIMITATION FOR AGRICULTURAL PRICE SUPPORT PAYMENTS FOR THE 1987 THROUGH 1990 CROP YEARS TO A CAP OF $500,000.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-01TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE SPENDING ALLOCATION LIMITATION OF THE 1985 BALANCED BUDGET AND EMERGENCY DEFICIT CONTROL ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE DIXON AMENDMENT WHICH WOULD RESTORE $100 MILLION TO THE SUMMER JOB PROGRAM FOR TEENAGERS. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE SPENDING ALLOCATION LIMITATION OF THE GRAMM-RUDMAN LAW).99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-10-01TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE DIXON-GLENN, OH) AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PERMIT TENANT MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC HOUSING.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-01TO RULE ON THE GERMANENESS OF THE DANFORTH, MO) AMENDMENT TO H J RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL. THE AMENDMENT WOULD ENSURE THE PRESERVATION OF EMPLOYEE SENIORITY RIGHTS IN AIRLINE MERGERS AND SIMILIAR TRANSACTIONS.H.J.Res. 738 · 99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-10-01TO ADOPT A MOTION TO WAIVE THE SPENDING ALLOCATION LIMITATION LIMITATION OF THE 1985 BALANCED BUDGET AND EMERGENCY DEFICIT CONTROL ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE BOREN AMENDMENT TO H J RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE PAYMENTS TO CERTAIN CATTLE PRODUCERS, AND INTEREST RATE RELIEF ON AGRICULTURAL LOANS, AND DROUGHT ASSISTANCE TO FARMERS AND RANCHERS IN THE UNITED STATES. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE SPENDING ALLOCATION LIMITATION OF THE GRAMM-RUDMAN LAW).H.J.Res. 738 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-09-30TO TABLE THE HATFIELD AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD RETAIN CERTAIN ANTITRUST PROVISIONS OF THE BILL AS IT RELATES TO THE BEER INDUSTRY.99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-09-29TO ADOPT THE BYRD AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 738, THE CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ALLOCATE $200,000,000 OF ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND ASSISTANCE FOR THE PHILIPPINES OUT OF FUNDS APPROPRIATED OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE ECONOMIC SUPPORT FUND. THE AMENDMENT WOULD EXEMPT EGYPT AND ISRAEL FROM ANY CUTS MADE IN ORDER TO FUND THE INCREASED AID (CONTINUED) FOR THE PHILIPPINES.99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-09-19TO ADOPT S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT, TO REDUCE THE PROJECTED FISCAL DEFICIT FOR 1987 BY $13.3 BILLION.S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal restraint
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE EXTRANEOUS MATTER LIMITATION OF THE CONSOLIDATED OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT OF 1985 AS IT APPLIES TO A SECTION OF S 2706 AFFECTING STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAMS. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE EXTRANEOUS-MATTER LIMITATION OF THE 1985 RECONCILIATION ACT.)S. 2706 · 99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE EXTRANEOUS MATTER LIMITATION OF THE CONSOLIDATED OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT OF 1985 AS IT APPLIES TO ADMINISTRATIVE PROCDURES ESTABLISHED IN A SECTION OF S 2706 TO DEAL WITH CLAIMS AGAINST THOSE WHO MAKE FRAUDULENT CLAIMS AGAINST THE GOVERNMENT. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE EXTRANEOUS-MATTER LIMITATION OF THE 1985 RECONCILIATION ACT.)S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE DANFORTHEAGLETON, MO) AMENDMENT TO S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT. THE AMENDMENT WOULD ENSURE THE PRESERVATION OF EMPLOYEE SENIORITY RIGHTS IN AIRLINE MERGERS AND SIMILAR TRANSACTIONS. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT OF THE BUDGET ACT).S. 2706 · 99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-09-19TO ADOPT THE D'AMATO AMENDMENT TO THE DOMENICI AMENDMENT TO S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT, WHICH WOULD STRIKE A PROVISION ASSESSING FEES ON THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION FOR FOREIGN DEPOSITS IN U.S. BANKS.S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE KASSEBAUM AMENDMENT TO S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT. THE AMENDMENT WOULD PROVIDE UNIFORM STANDARDS OF LIABILITY FOR HARM ARISING OUT OF GENERAL AVIATION ACCIDENTS. (A THREE- FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT CONTAINED IN THE BUDGET ACT).S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE TRIBLE AMENDMENT TO S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT. THE AMENDMENT WOULD LEASE THE METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON AIRPORTS TO A LOCAL AUTHORITY. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT CONTAINED IN THE BUDGET ACT.)S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-09-19TO TABLE THE STEVENS, AK) AMENDMENT TO THE DOMENICI AMENDMENT TO S2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT, WHICH WOULD STRIKE A PROVISION OF THE BILL INCREASING THE PENALTY FOR FAILURE TO PAY INCOME TAXES FROM 10 TO 25 PERCENT.S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal restraint
1986-09-19TO AGREE TO A MOTION TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET ACT AS IT APPLIES TO THE DOMENICI AMENDMENT TO INCREASE DEFICIT REDUCTIONS IN S 2706, THE OMNIBUS BUDGET RECONCILIATION ACT, TO $13.3 BILLION. (A THREE-FIFTHS MAJORITY OF THE TOTAL SENATE IS REQUIRED TO WAIVE THE GERMANENESS REQUIREMENT CONTAINED IN THE BUDGET (CONTINUED) ACT.)S. 2706 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-09-17TO ADOPT HR 5205, THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION APPROPRIATIONS BILL APPROPRIATING $10,197,746,569 FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND RELATED AGENCIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1987.H.R. 5205 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-09-16TO ADOPT AN APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE AMENDMENT TO HR 5175, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA APPROPRIATIONS BILL. THE AMENDMENT WOULD REPLACE LANGUAGE IN THE BILL THAT PROHIBITED ANY FEDERAL OR DISTRICT FUNDS FROM BEING USED FOR ABORTIONS, EXCEPT IN CASES ENDANGERING THE LIFE OF THE MOTHER WITH LANGUAGE WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT FEDERAL FUNDS FROM BEING SPENT ON ABORTIONS, EXCEPT WHEN THE LIFE OF THE MOTHER WOULD BE ENDANGERED IF THE FETUS WERE CARRIED TO TERM, OR IN CASES OF RAPE AND INCEST.H.R. 5175 · 99th CongressDid not voteDirection not readable
1986-09-16TO ADOPT HR 5234, THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS BILL APPROPRIATING $8,041,481,000 FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AND RELATED AGENCIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1987.H.R. 5234 · 99th CongressDid not voteNot a yea/nay
1986-09-16TO ADOPT THE MCCLURE AMENDMENT TO THE PROXMIRE, WI)-HUMPHREY, NH) AMENDMENT TO HR 5234, THE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS BILL. THE PROXMIRE-HUMPHREY AMENDMENT WOULD CUT $90 MILLION APPROPRIATED TO BUILD ROADS IN NATIONAL FORESTS AND THE MCCLURE AMENDMENT WOULD RESTORE ALL BUT $8 MILLION AND APPROPRIATE AN ADDITIONAL $15 MILLION FOR LAND ACQUISITION FOR NATIONAL PARKS, WILDLIFE REFUGES AND FORESTS.H.R. 5234 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-09-10TO ADOPT HR 5253, THE DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, AND EDUCATION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD APPROPRIATE $113,690,908,000 FOR THE DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, EDUCATION, AND RELATED AGENCIES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1987 (AND ADVANCE FISCAL 1988 AND 1989 FUNDING IN SOME CASES).H.R. 5253 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-09-10TO TABLE THE DOMENICI, NM)-CHILES, FL) AMENDMENT TO HR 5233, THE DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, AND EDUCATION APPROPRIATIONS BILL. THE AMENDMENT WOULD PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF $56,934,000 TO CARRY OUT THE PROVISIONS OF TITLE II OF THE EDUCATION FOR ECONOMIC SECURITY ACT, AND REDUCE BY $11,000,000 THE AMOUNTS FOR THE VARIOUS ACTIVITIES OF THE NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH.H.R. 5233 · 99th CongressNayFiscal expansion
1986-09-09TO TABLE THE PROXMIRE, WI)-HUMPHREY, NH) AMENDMENT TO H R 5234, THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD CUT $90 MILLION IN FUNDS FOR THE FOREST SERVICE FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION.H.R. 5234 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-08-15TO ADOPT HR 5395, THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT INCREASE BILL, WHICH WOULD RAISE THE FEDERAL DEBT CEILING FROM $2.079 TRILLION TO $2.111 TRILLION.H.R. 5395 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-08-15TO ADOPT HR 5395, THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT INCREASE BILL, WHICH WOULD RAISE THE FEDERAL DEBT CEILING FROM $2.079 TRILLION TO $2.111 TRILLION. (THE SENATE, BY VOICE VOTE, SUBSEQUENTLY AGREED TO A DOLE, KS) MOTION TO RECONSIDER).H.R. 5395 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-08-15TO TABLE THE GRAMM-RUDMAN-HOLLINGS AMENDMENT TO HR 5395, THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT INCREASE BILL. THE AMENDMENT WOULD REINSTATE FOR 1987 ONLY THE LAW'S AUTOMATIC SPENDING CUTS PROCEDURE AND GRANT FINAL AUTHORITY FOR DETERMINING THE CUTS TO THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET WITH CERTAIN LIMITATIONS.H.R. 5395 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO ADOPT HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL WHICH APPROPRIATES $8.2 MILLION FOR MILITARY CONSTRUCTION FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 1987 AND PROVIDES $100 MILLION IN AID TO THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" AND $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID TO THE COUNTRIES OF CENTRAL AMERICA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO ADOPT TITLES II AND III TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE $100 MILLION IN AID FOR THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" AND $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID TO THE COUNTRIES OF CENTRAL AMERICA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE BYRD, WV)AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE THAT, IN ORDER TO PROMOTE PEACEFUL RESOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEMS OF CENTRAL AMERICA PRIMARILY THROUGH DIPLOMATIC MEANS, FUNDS AVAILABLE TO THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE, THE CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY, OR ANY OTHER AGENCY OR ENTITY OF THE UNITED STATES MAY BE OBLIGATED OR EXPENDED TO PROVIDE FUNDS, MATERIEL, OR OTHER ASSISTANCE TO THE NICARAGUAN DEMOCRATIC RESISTANCE TO SUPPORT MILITARY OR PARAMILITARY OPERATIONS IN NICARAGUA ONLY IF SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED BY LAW.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE HARKIN, IA) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE FOR THE TRANSFER OF ONE-HALF OF THE $100 MILLION IN AID INTENDED FOR THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" TO PROVIDE RELIEF TO FARMERS AND RANCHERS IN THE UNITED STATES IN AREAS AFFECTED BY DROUGHT AND EXCESS PRECIPATATION.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE SIMON, IL) AMENDMENT HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE A UNITED STATES CONTRIBUTION OF $50 MILLION TO THE SPECIAL PROGRAM FOR SUB-SAHARAN AFRICAN COUNTRIES AFFECTED BY DROUGHT AND DESERTIFICATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FUND FOR AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT, AND FUNDS THROUGH THE AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS FOR THE ERADICATION OF LOCUSTS AND OTHER PESTS THAT THREATEN FOOD SUPPLIES IN AFRICA. THE MONEY WAS TO BE TAKEN FROM $300 MILLION SPECIFIED FOR ECONOMIC AID FOR CENTRAL AMERICAN COUNTRIES.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE SIMON, IL) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD REQUIRE THE PRESIDENT TO PREPARE AND TRANSMIT EVERY 30 DAYS TO THE COMPTROLLER GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES A REPORT ACCOUNTING IN FULL FOR THE USES OF ALL GOODS AND SERVICES PURCHASED UNDER TITLE II, WHETHER WITHIN OR WITHOUT THE UNITED STATES WITH FUNDS APPROPRIATED FOR ASSISTANCE TO THE NICARAGUAN DEMOCRATIC RESISTANCE, AND THAT THE COMPTROLLER GENERAL SHALL TRANSMIT SUCH REPORT TO THE APPROPRIATE COMMITTEES OF CONGRESS.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO ADOPT THE KERRY AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD TERMINATE AID FOR THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" IF THE COUNTRIES OF CENTRAL AMERICA SIGN A CONTADORA AGREEMENT THE PRINCIPAL PROVISIONS OF WHICH WERE PUBLICLY ENDORSED IN APRIL, 1986. THE AMENDMENT WOULD PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THE "CONTRAS" SOLELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPLEMENTING THE NATIONAL RECONCILIATION PROVISIONS OF SUCH AN AGREEMENT.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal expansion
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE BYRD, WV) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD ALLOCATE $450,000 IN SUPPORT OF THE NICARAGUAN NEWSPAPER LA PRENSA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE BIDEN, DE) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD EXPRESS THE SENSE OF THE CONGRESS THAT USE OF FUNDS IN THE BILL FOR AID TO THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" SHOULD BE PROHIBITED UNTIL THE ADMINISTRATION BEGINS DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE GOVERNMENT OF NICARAGUA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE LEAHY, VT) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT THE USE OF FUNDS ALLOCATED FOR ASSISTANCE FOR THE NICARAGUAN DEMOCRATIC RESISTANCE, BY THE CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY OR ANY OTHER INTELLIGENCE AGENCY OR ENTITY OF THE UNITED STATES.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO ADOPT A CLOTURE MOTION ON TITLES II AND III OF H.R. 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE $100 MILLION IN AID FOR THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" AND $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID FOR CENTRAL AMERICAN COUNTRIES. (THREE FIFTHS OF THOSE SENATORS DULY CHOSEN AND SWORN HAVING VOTED IN THE AFFIRMATIVE, AGREED TO CLOSE FURTHER DEBATE.)H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO ADOPT A CLOTURE MOTION ON TITLES II AND III OF HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE $100 MILLION IN AID FOR THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" AND $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID TO CENTRAL AMERICAN COUNTRIES. THREE-FIFTHS OF THOSE SENATORS DULY CHOSEN AND SWORN NOT HAVING VOTED IN THE AFFIRMATIVE, THE MOTION FAILED.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO TABLE THE MELCHER, MT) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS, WHICH WOULD REMOVE AUTHORITY FOR THE ADMINISTRATION TO TRANSFER AGRICULTURAL APPROPRIATIONS FUNDS AND AFRICAN FAMINE RELIEF FUNDS TO PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID FOR CENTRAL AMERICA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-13TO ADOPT THE PELL AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE COMPENSATION FOR NONCOMBANTANT VICTIMS OF ANTI-SANDINISTA FORCES BY ESTABLISHING A $10 MILLION FUND AND A BIPARTISAN COMMISSION TO INVESTIGATE CLAIMS AND MAKE AWARDS.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-13TO ADOPT THE HARKIN AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT THE USE OF UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING TRAINING AND OTHER SUPPORT FOR FORCES OPPOSED TO THE GOVERNMENT OF NICARAGUA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayDirection not readable
1986-08-12TO TABLE THE DODD, CT) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT FUNDS FROM BEING USED TO SUPPORT MILITARY ACTIONS WHICH ARE LIKELY TO RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CIVILIAN LIVES IN NICARAGUA.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-12TO TABLE THE BYRD, WV) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD RESTRICT THE AGGREGATE AMOUNT OF ASSISTANCE WHICH MAY BE PROVIDED TO THE NICARAGUAN "CONTRAS" BY THE CIA, PENTAGON, AND OTHER AGENCIES TO ONLY THAT SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED BY CONGRESS.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-12TO TABLE THE KENNDEY, MA) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL, WHICH WOULD PROHIBIT THE INTRODUCTION OF U.S. PERSONNEL INTO NICARAGUA FOR THE PURPOSE OF GROUND COMBAT.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressYeaDirection not readable
1986-08-12TO TABLE THE SASSER, TN)-DODD, CT) AMENDMENT TO HR 5052, THE MILITARY CONSTRUCTION APPROPRIATIONS BILL. THE AMENDMENT WOULD STRIKE TITLE II OF THE BILL, WHICH WOULD PROVIDE $100 MILLION IN MILITARY AND NON-MILITARY ASSISTANCE FOR NICARAGUAN "CONTRA" GUERRILAS AND $300 MILLION IN ECONOMIC AID TO COSTA RICA, EL SALVADOR, GUATEMALA, AND HONDURAS AND TITLE III WHICH WOULD REIMBURSE THE PL 480 "FOOD FOR PEACE" ACCOUNT FOR NEARLY $300 MILLION DIVERTED TO FOUR CENTRAL AMERICAN COUNTRIES FOR ECONOMIC AID.H.R. 5052 · 99th CongressNayFiscal restraint
1986-08-09TO ADOPT H J RES 668, INCREASING THE STATUTORY LIMIT ON THE PUBLIC DEBT FROM $2.079 TRILLION TO $2.323 TRILLION. AMONG OTHER PROVISIONS THE RESOLUTION WOULD PREVENT FUTURE DISINVESTMENT OF SOCIAL SECURITY TRUST FUNDS, RESTORE THE AUTOMATIC SPENDING CUTS PROCEDURE OF THE GRAMM-RUDMAN-HOLLINGS ANTI-DEFICIT ACT, PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO DROUGHT-STRIKEN FARMERS, AND CREATE A NEW FEDERAL CRIME OF MONEY-LAUNDERING.H.J.Res. 668 · 99th CongressYeaFiscal expansion
1986-08-01TO TABLE THE BUMPERS, AR) AMENDMENT TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE AMENDMENT TO HJ RES 668, THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT INCREASE BILL. THE BUMPERS AMENDMENT WOULD PROVIDE FOR ADEQUATE FINANCING OF THE COSTS INCURRED BY THE FISCAL SERVICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY IN PROVIDING SERVICES RELATING TO THE FEDERAL OLD-AGE AND SURVIVORS INSURANCE TRUST FUND AND THE FEDERAL DISABILITY INSURANCE TRUST FUND, AND TO EXEMPT ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES FOR THE PROGRAM OF OLD-AGE, SURVIVORS, AND DISABILITY INSURANCE BENEFITS ESTABLISHED UNDER TITLE II OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY ACT FROM SEQUESTRATION AND REDUCTION UNDER THE BALANCED (CONTINUED) BUDGET AND EMERGENCY DEFICIT CONTROL ACT OF 1986.99th CongressYeaFiscal restraint

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