S.Res. 595 (112th): A resolution expressing support for the goals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month by promoting national awareness of adoption and the children awaiting families, celebrating children and families involved in adoption, and encouraging the people of the United States to secure safety, permanency, and well-being for all children.

Introduced:
Nov 14, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. Mary Landrieu [D-LA]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on December 5, 2012. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Nov 14, 2012
Referred to Committee Nov 14, 2012
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Dec 05, 2012
Cosponsors
18 cosponsors (9R, 9D) (show)
Committees

Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions

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Last updated Nov 14, 2012.
4 pages

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12/5/2012--Passed Senate without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Supports the goals and ideals of National Adoption Day and National Adoption Month. Recognizes that every child should have a permanent and loving family.

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