Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Amendments Act of 2004 - Amends the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998 to remove the President's authority to disestablish the Interagency Task Force on Harmful Algal Blooms and Hypoxia. Requires the Task Force to consult with specified entities with expertise in coastal zone science and management. Directs the President to submit to Congress a report describing and evaluating the effectiveness of measures to protect the environment and public health from the impacts of harmful algal blooms. Requires the Secretary of Commerce to provide for local and regional scientific assessments of hypoxia and harmful algal blooms, as requested by States, Indian tribes, and local governments, or for affected areas as identified by the Secretary. Directs the Task Force to submit to Congress: (1) various scientific assessments; and (2) a plan for a national research program to develop and demonstrate prevention, control, and mitigation methods to reduce the impacts of harmful algal blooms on coastal ecosystems (including the Great Lakes), public health, and the economy. Authorizes the Secretary to make available to the University of Miami real property under the administrative jurisdiction of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on Virginia Key, Florida, for development by the University of a Marine Life Science Center. Authorizes the Secretary to convey to the Government of Mexico the NOAA vessel WHITING.

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 149 (108th)open

A concurrent resolution commending the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and its employees for its dedication and hard work during Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne.

United States · United States Congress · 18 November 2004

Declares that Congress commends the employees of the National Weather Service for their extraordinary dedication and hard work during Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne, especially: (1) the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Tropical Prediction Center/National Hurricane Center, Hydrometeorological Prediction Center, and National Data Buoy Center; (2) the NOAA Aircraft Operations Center at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida; (3) the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron of the 403rd Wing of the Air Force Reserve Command at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, Mississippi; (4) the Hurricane Liaison Team; (5) the National Ocean Service; and (6) the National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service. Declares that Congress commends the Southern, Eastern, and Central Region Weather Forecast Offices of San Juan, Miami, Tampa Bay, Key West, Melbourne, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Atlanta, Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Morristown, Charleston, Morehead City, Wilmington, Wakefield, Taunton, Lake Charles, New Orleans, Jackson, Nashville, and Houston for their extraordinary dedication and hard work during such Hurricanes. Declares that Congress: (1) commends the employees of the Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, especially the Hurricane Research Division; (2) thanks the commercial and media meteorologists for their contributions in disseminating the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts and warnings to the public; and (3) expresses its support for the ongoing hard work and dedication of all who provide accurate and timely hurricane forecasts.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 457 (108th)passed

A resolution designating the week of October 24, 2004, through October 30, 2004, as "National Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week".

United States · United States Congress · 10 October 2004

Designates the week of October 24-30, 2004, as National Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.

Bill· SS. 2942 (108th)referred

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide that combat pay be treated as earned income for purposes of the earned income credit.

United States · United States Congress · 7 October 2004

Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow combat zone compensation (otherwise excludable from gross income) to be treated as earned income for purposes of the earned income tax credit.

Bill· SS. 2921 (108th)referred

NASA and JPL 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 7 October 2004

NASA and JPL 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury, in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) to mint and issue: (1) ten dollar gold coins; (2) five dollar gold coins; (3) one dollar silver coins; and (4) half-dollar silver coins emblematic of the 50 years of exemplary and unparalleled achievements of NASA and JPL. Directs each Federal agency and U.S. instrumentality that has in its possession any craft or any part of a craft that flew in space to: (1) retrieve any gold, silver, copper, and other precious metal that may be used in the production of any coins under this Act from such craft or part; and (2) deposit such metals with the Director of the United States Mint. Requires that all sales of coins minted under this Act include a surcharge of : (1) $75 per coin for the ten dollar coin; (2) $35 per coin for the five dollar coin; (3) $10 per coin for the one dollar coin; and (4) $3 for the half-dollar coin, which shall be paid by the Secretary to the NASA Family Assistance Fund for the purposes of providing financial assistance to the families of NASA personnel who die as a result of injuries suffered in the performance of their official duties.

Bill· SS. 2901 (108th)referred

A bill for the relief of Rona Ramon, Asaf Ramon, Tal Ramon, Yiftach Ramon, and Noah Ramon.

United States · United States Congress · 6 October 2004

Makes Rona Ramon, Asaf Ramon, Tal Ramon, Yiftach Ramon, and Noah Ramon each eligible for issuance of an immigrant visa or for adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident of the United States under the Immigration and Nationality Act, upon payment of the required visa fees.

Bill· SS. 2889 (108th)open

American Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 5 October 2004

American Bald Eagle Recovery and National Emblem Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury, in celebration of the recovery of the bald eagle, in commemoration of the 35th anniversary of the enactment of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, and the placement of the bald eagle on the endangered species list under such Act, to mint and issue not more than: (1) 100,000 $5 gold coins; (2) 500,000 $1 silver coins; and (3) 750,000 half dollar coins. Directs that the design of the coins be emblematic of the bald eagle and its history, natural biology, and national symbolism. Requires that sales of the coins include a surcharge of $35 per coin for the $5 coin, $10 for the $1 coin, and $3 for the half dollar coin, which shall be promptly paid by the Secretary to the American Eagle Foundation of Tennessee to: (1) establish an interest-bearing endowment called the American Eagle Fund as a permanent source of support for the care, monitoring, maintenance, and recovery of the bald eagle and its habitat in the United States; (2) make annual grants to Federal, State, and private eagle restoration, protection, and enhancement projects; (3) administer the Fund in an annual amount not to exceed the lesser of ten percent of the annual income of the Fund or $250,000; and (4) provide financial support for capital projects and for continuation and expansion of the Foundation's efforts to educate the American people about the bald eagle.

Law· SS. 2896 (108th)enacted

A bill to modify and extend certain privatization requirements of the Communications Satellite Act of 1962.

United States · United States Congress · 5 October 2004

Amends the Communications Satellite Act of 1962 to extend, through June 30, 2005, the date for conducting an initial public offering of securities of any successor entity of Inmarsat (a Government-owned communications satellite). Allows a successor entity to be deemed a national corporation, and therefor forgo an initial public offering and public securities listing for the above purposes, if: (1) the successor entity makes certain certifications to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) with respect to the financial interests of Inmarsat signatories and former signatories, and that no intergovernmental organization has any ownership interest in a successor entity of INTELSAT (another Government-owned satellite) or more than a minimal ownership interest in a successor entity of Inmarsat; (2) the successor entity provides such financial and other information as the FCC may require to verify such certification; and (3) the FCC determines that the successor entity is in compliance with such certification.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 427 (108th)passed

A resolution congratulating the citizens of Greece, the members of the Athens 2004 Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the International Olympic Committee, the United States Olympic Committee, the 2004 United States Olympic Team, athletes from around the world, and all the personnel who participated in the 2004 Olympic Summer Games in Athens, Greece.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2004

Congratulates the citizens of Greece, the members of the Athens 2004 Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the International Olympic Committee, the U.S. Olympic Committee, the members, coaches, and officials of the 2004 U.S. Olympic Team, athletes from around the world, and the security personnel and volunteers who ensured that the 2004 Olympic Summer Games in Athens was a great success for a job well done.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 424 (108th)passed

A resolution designating October 2004 as "Protecting Older Americans From Fraud Month".

United States · United States Congress · 14 September 2004

Designates October 2004 as Protecting Older Americans From Fraud Month. Requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the month with appropriate activities and programs that: (1) prevent the purveyors of telemarketing, mail, Internet, and identity fraud from victimizing the people of the United States; and (2) educate and inform the public, older Americans, their families, and their caregivers about a number of financial crimes, such as telemarketing, mail, Internet, and identity fraud.

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 136 (108th)referred

A concurrent resolution honoring and memorializing the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93.

United States · United States Congress · 13 September 2004

Honors and memorializes the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 for their decisive actions and efforts of bravery on September 11, 2001.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 420 (108th)passed

A resolution recommending expenditures for an appropriate visitors center at Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site to commemorate the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School.

United States · United States Congress · 9 September 2004

Expresses the sense of the Senate with respect to recommending expenditures for the construction of an appropriate visitor center at the Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site in Arkansas to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School.

Bill· SS. 2764 (108th)referred

Terrorism Risk Insurance Extension Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 22 July 2004

Terrorism Insurance Extension Act of 2004 - Amends the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act of 2002 (TRIA) to extend the terrorism risk insurance program from 2005 through 2007. Repeals the condition on the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to pay or adjust compensation for insured losses after termination of the program that limits such losses to those arising from an act of terrorism occurring only during the period in which the program was in effect. Defines "Program Year 4" as calendar 2006 and "Program Year 5" as calendar 2007. Increases the insurance marketplace aggregate retention amount for Program Years 4 and 5. Directs the Secretary to apply TRIA to providers of group life insurance. Instructs the Presidential Working Group on Financial Markets to report to Congress its recommendations for legislation to address the long-term availability and affordability of insurance for terrorism risk.

Bill· SS. 2744 (108th)referred

Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 22 July 2004

Presidential $1 Coin Act of 2004 - Amends Federal monetary law to set forth requirements for the redesign and issuance of circulating $1 coins emblematic of each President of the United States. Prohibits inclusion of a President who has not completed his or her term of service (sitting President). Instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to issue during the same period in which such $1 coins are issued commemorative coins emblematic of the spouse of each deceased former President so honored. Mandates that all Federal agencies and instrumentalities and entities that operate any business on Federal premises (including vending machines) take action to ensure that business operations they conduct that involve coins or currency shall be fully capable of accepting and dispensing $1 coins in connection with such operations. Expresses the sense of Congress about the issuance of such coins.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 409 (108th)passed

A resolution encouraging increased involvement in service activities to assist senior citizens.

United States · United States Congress · 20 July 2004

Designates September 2004 as Service for Seniors Month. Recognizes the need for companionship and assistance with daily tasks among seniors with long-term health conditions throughout the year. Encourages: (1) the people of the United States to volunteer regularly with homebound frail elderly or at a nursing home or long-term care facility; (2) volunteer organizations that offer companionship and assistance to seniors to incorporate Service for Seniors Month in their recruitment efforts; and (3) individuals to volunteer in these service organizations.

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 127 (108th)open

A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the President should designate September 11 as a national day of voluntary service, charity, and compassion.

United States · United States Congress · 20 July 2004

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should designate September 11 as an annually recognized day of voluntary service, charity, and compassion.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 407 (108th)passed

A resolution designating October 15, 2004, as "National Mammography Day".

United States · United States Congress · 15 July 2004

Designates October 15, 2004, as National Mammography Day.

Bill· SS. 2647 (108th)open

Fritz Hollings National Ocean Policy and Leadership Act

United States · United States Congress · 13 July 2004

National Ocean Policy and Leadership Act - Specifies a national ocean policy. Re-establishes (what already exists under Reorganization Plan No. 4 of 1970) the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), administered by the Administrator, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate. Directs the Administrator to report biennially to Congress on the status and condition of the Nation's ocean and atmospheric environments, including current and foreseeable trends in the quality, management and utilization of such environments and their effects on the social, economic, ecological, and other requirements of the Nation. Establishes in the Executive Office of the President a Council on Ocean Stewardship, which shall coordinate ocean and atmospheric activities among the Federal agencies. Establishes a Presidential Panel of Advisers on Oceans and Climate. Directs the President to submit to Congress recommendations for the transfer of relevant oceanic or atmospheric programs, functions, and associated resources to NOAA from other Federal agencies.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 401 (108th)passed

A resolution designating the week of November 7 through November 13, 2004, as "National Veterans Awareness Week" to emphasize the need to develop educational programs regarding the contributions of veterans to the country.

United States · United States Congress · 8 July 2004

Calls for the President to designate the week of November 7-13, 2003, as National Veterans Awareness Week to emphasize educational programs for elementary and secondary school students regarding the contributions and sacrifices of veterans.

Bill· SS. 2606 (108th)referred

A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize the National Estuary Program.

United States · United States Congress · 25 June 2004

Amends the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to reauthorize appropriations for the national estuary program through FY 2010.

Bill· SS. 2603 (108th)passed

Junk Fax Prevention Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2004

Junk Fax Prevention Act of 2004 - Amends the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit a person from using any telephone facsimile (fax) machine, computer, or other device to send, to another fax machine, an unsolicited advertisement to a person who has requested that such sender not send such advertisements, or to any other person unless: (1) the sender has an established business relationship with the person; and (2) the advertisement contains a conspicuous notice on its first page that the recipient may request not to be sent any further unsolicited advertisements, and includes a domestic telephone and fax number (neither of which can be a pay-per-call number) for sending such a request. Requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to provide that a request not to send unsolicited advertisements complies with FCC requirements if: (1) the request identifies the recipient fax number to which the request relates; (2) the request is made to the telephone or fax number of the sender; and (3) the person making the request has not subsequently provided express invitation or permission to have such advertisements sent. Authorizes the FCC to allow professional tax-exempt trade associations to send unsolicited advertisements to their members in furtherance of association purposes. Requires the: (1) FCC to report annually to Congress on the enforcement of the above requirements; and (2) Comptroller General to study, and report to specified congressional committees on, complaints received by the FCC concerning unsolicited advertisements sent to fax machines.

Bill· SS. 2593 (108th)referred

Geriatric and Chronic Care Management Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2004

Geriatric and Chronic Care Management Act of 2004 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act, as amended by the Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003, to provide for Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) coverage of geriatric assessments and chronic care management services for eligible individuals. Directs the Secretary to study and report to Congress on: (1) the effectiveness of the different payment methodologies applicable with respect to chronic care management services developed and implemented under this Act; (2) the effectiveness of the pay for performance programs to serve Medicare beneficiaries with multiple chronic conditions, including dementia; (3) process measures and outcomes for Medicare beneficiaries with multiple chronic illnesses, including dementia; (4) the cost-effectiveness and quality associated with chronic care management under the Medicare program; and (5) the feasibility of broadening and incorporating the findings of the Assessing Care of Vulnerable Elders (ACOVE) study into the Medicare program.

Bill· SS. 2604 (108th)referred

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce the recognition period for built-ins gains for subchapter S corporations.

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2004

Amends the Internal Revenue Code to reduce from ten to seven years the period during which certain built-in gains of subchapter S corporations are subject to tax.

Bill· SS. 2602 (108th)referred

District of Columbia and United States Territories Circulating Quarter Dollar Program Act

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2004

District of Columbia and United States Territories Circulating Quarter Dollar Program Act - Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to issue during 2009 redesigned quarter dollars commemorating the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories.

Bill· SS. 2572 (108th)referred

Positive Aging Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 24 June 2004

Positive Aging Act of 2004 - Amends the Older Americans Act of 1965 to direct the Assistant Secretary for Aging to establish an Office of Older Adult Mental Health Services within the Administration on Aging of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Directs the Assistant Secretary to make grants to: (1) States for systems to deliver mental health screening and treatment services to older individuals lacking access to such services, and for programs to increase public awareness of the benefits of preventing and treating mental disorders; and (2) public and nonprofit private entities for demonstration projects providing mental health screening and treatment services to older individuals residing in rural areas or in naturally occurring retirement communities in urban areas. Amends the Public Health Service Act to direct the Secretary of HHS, acting through the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services, to make grants to public and nonprofit private entities for: (1) demonstration projects integrating mental health services for older patients into primary care settings; and (2) multidisciplinary geriatric mental health outreach teams in community settings where older adults reside or receive social services. Requires the Director to designate a Deputy Director for Older Adult Mental Health Services. Requires membership of the advisory council for the Center for Mental Health Services to include representatives of older Americans, their families, and geriatric mental health specialists. Includes among projects of national significance the targeting of substance abuse by older individuals. Includes services for older individuals under community mental health services block grant State plan criteria.

Bill· SS. 2568 (108th)referred

Benjamin Franklin Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 23 June 2004

Benjamin Franklin Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue one dollar coins emblematic of the life and legacy of Benjamin Franklin (not more than 250,000 bearing his image as a young statesman and not more than 250,000 with his image as an older numismatist). Directs that all sales of coins minted under this Act include a $10 per coin surcharge, which shall be paid by the Secretary to the Franklin Institute for purposes of the celebration of the Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary.

Resolution· SCONRESS.Con.Res. 119 (108th)referred

A concurrent resolution recognizing that prevention of suicide is a compelling national priority.

United States · United States Congress · 17 June 2004

Recognizes as a compelling national priority the need to increase awareness about and prevent suicide. Reaffirms Congress's commitment to the priorities expressed in prior legislation (which recognized suicide as a national problem and declared suicide prevention to be a national priority). Encourages Americans, communities, and the nation to work to increase awareness about and prevent suicide.

Bill· SS. 2533 (108th)referred

Ronald Reagan Alzheimer's Breakthrough Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 16 June 2004

Ronald Reagan Alzheimer's Breakthrough Act of 2004 - Amends the Public Health Service Act to make Alzheimer's disease research a priority within the National Institute on Aging. Requires the Director of the Institute to: (1) undertake an Alzheimer's Disease Prevention Initiative to accelerate the discovery of new risk and protective factors, to rapidly identify therapies and preventive interventions, and to implement effective prevention and treatment strategies; (2) conduct and support cooperative clinical research regarding Alzheimer's; and (3) conduct research concerning early detection and diagnosis, the relationship between Alzheimer's and vascular disease, and interventions designed to help caregivers. Authorizes the Director to establish a National Alzheimer's Coordinating Center to facilitate collaboration among Alzheimer's Disease Centers and Alzheimer's Disease Research Centers. Requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services, acting through the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to educate the public and public health community regarding Alzheimer's disease. Authorizes the Secretary to award grants or cooperative agreements to develop coordinated respite care programs on a statewide basis. Defines "respite care" to mean planned or emergency care provided to a child or adult with a special need in order to provide temporary relief to the family caregiver of such child or adult. Directs the Secretary to award a grant or cooperative agreement to a public or private nonprofit entity to establish a National Resource Center on Lifespan Respite Care. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow: (1) a nonrefundable tax credit for each individual certified as having long-term care needs and for whom the taxpayer is acting as a caregiver; (2) a tax deduction for long-term care premiums paid under a qualified insurance contract; and (3) qualified long-term care insurance to be offered in a cafeteria plan and flexible spending arrangements.

Bill· SS. 2502 (108th)referred

Simple Tax for Seniors Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 3 June 2004

Simple Tax for Seniors Act of 2004 - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to make available to taxpayers age 65 or older a new income tax form to be known as "Form 1040S" which shall be as similar as practicable to Form 1040EZ. Allows use of this form without regard to the amount of the taxpayer's taxable income or even if the taxpayer's income includes social security income, distributions from qualified retirement plans, interest and dividends, or certain capital gains and losses.

Bill· SS. 2495 (108th)referred

A bill to strike limitations on funding and extend the period of authorization for certain coastal wetland conservation projects.

United States · United States Congress · 3 June 2004

Amends the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act (CWPPRA) to strike certain limitations on funding for priority project and conservation planning expenditures, coastal wetlands conservation grants, and North American wetlands conservation. Amends the Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration Act to extend to FY 2019 the availability of appropriations designated for implementation of coastal wetlands projects under CWPPRA.

Bill· SS. 2488 (108th)open

Marine Debris Research Prevention and Reduction Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 June 2004

Marine Debris Research and Reduction Act - Establishes within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) a Marine Debris Prevention and Removal Program of certain activities and grants for projects to reduce and prevent the occurrence and adverse impacts of marine debris on the marine environment and navigation safety. Requires the Under Secretary for Oceans and Atmosphere of the Department of Commerce to: (1) undertake marine debris mapping, impact assessment, prevention, and removal efforts, with a focus on marine debris posing a threat to living marine resources (particularly endangered or protected species) and navigation safety; (2) improve efforts and actively seek to prevent and reduce commercial fishing gear losses, as well as to reduce adverse impacts of such gear on living marine resources and navigation safety; and (3) undertake outreach and education of stakeholders in the fishing, gear manufacturers, and other marine-dependent industries on threats associated with marine debris and approaches to identify, prevent, and remove such debris. Directs the Commandant of the Coast Guard to undertake measures to reduce violations of MARPOL Annex V (Annex V of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships, 1973) and the Act to Prevent Pollution from Ships with respect to the discard of plastics and other garbage from vessels. Establishes an Interagency Committee on Marine Debris to: (1) coordinate a comprehensive program of marine debris research and activities among Federal agencies, in cooperation with nongovernmental organizations, industry, universities, State governments, Indian tribes, and other nations; and (2) foster cost-effective mechanisms to identify, reduce, and prevent marine debris.

Bill· SS. 2489 (108th)open

Ocean and Coastal Mapping Integration Act

United States · United States Congress · 2 June 2004

Coastal and Ocean Mapping Integration Act - Directs the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to establish an integrated coastal and ocean mapping program for the Great Lakes and Coastal State waters, the territorial sea, the exclusive economic zone, and the U.S. continental shelf that enhances conservation and management of marine resources, improves decision-making regarding research priorities and the siting of research and other platforms, and advances coastal and ocean science. Establishes an Interagency Committee on Coastal and Ocean Mapping to coordinate Federal ocean and coastal mapping and surveying activities with other Federal efforts, including the Digital Coast, Geospatial One-Stop, and the Federal Geographic Data Committee. Directs the Administrator of NOAA to develop, and submit to Congress, a plan for an integrated coastal and ocean mapping initiative within NOAA that: (1) identifies all coastal and ocean mapping programs within NOAA; (2) encourages the development of innovative coastal and ocean mapping technologies and applications through research and development (R&D) cooperative agreements at joint institutes; and (3) documents available and developing technologies, best practices in data processing and distribution, and leveraging opportunities with other Federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, and the private sector. Authorizes the Secretary of Commerce to establish joint hydrographic centers of excellence in institutions of higher education to conduct specified activities, including mapping of the U.S. outer continental shelf.

Bill· SS. 2425 (108th)referred

New Shipper Review Amendment Act of 2004

United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2004

New Shipper Review Amendment Act of 2004 - Amends the Tariff Act of 1930 with respect to reviews by the administering authority to establish an individual weighted average dumping margin or an individual countervailing duty rate (as the case may be) for a new exporter or producer that: (1) did not export the merchandise that was the subject of an antidumping duty or countervailing duty order to the United States during the period of investigation; and (2) was not affiliated with any exporter or producer who did. Repeals the requirement that the administering authority direct the Customs Service to allow, at the option of the importer of such merchandise, the posting, until completion of the review, of a bond or security in lieu of a cash deposit for each entry of the subject merchandise (bonding privileges).

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 362 (108th)passed

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the dedication of the National World War II Memorial on May 29, 2004, in recognition of the duty, sacrifices, and valor of the members of the Armed Forces of the United States who served in World War II.

United States · United States Congress · 13 May 2004

Expresses the grateful thanks of the Nation to the more than 16 million individuals who served in the Army, Army Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Merchant Marine in World War II and to the millions of Americans on the home front who contributed to the war effort. Recognizes the dedication of the National World War II Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. on May 29, 2004, as an occasion to acknowledge and pay tribute to those members of the Armed Forces who served in World War II, who are known collectively as the Greatest Generation.

Bill· SS. 2395 (108th)referred

Theodore Roosevelt Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 10 May 2004

Theodore Roosevelt Commemorative Coin Act - Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue not more than: (1) 500,000 $1 coins with the image of Theodore Roosevelt as a Rough Rider on one side and an eagle design on the other side; and (2) 500,000 $1 coins with the image of Roosevelt on horseback on one side and a flaming sword of righteousness on the other side. Calls for the coins to be struck at the U.S. Mint at West Point, New York. Authorizes the Secretary to issue such minted coins beginning on January 1, 2006, and to initiate coin sales before such date (2006 will mark the 100th anniversary of Roosevelt receiving the Nobel Peace Prize). Requires surcharges from the sale of the coins minted under this Act to be paid to: (1) the Theodore Roosevelt Association to be used exclusively for educational programs at Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, including for construction and maintenance of a visitor's center and setting up a curatorial chair and purchase fund for the Theodore Roosevelt Collection at Harvard University Library; and (2) the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation to be used exclusively for educational programs at and around Theodore Roosevelt National Park, including construction of the Theodore Roosevelt Badlands Institute in the badlands of North Dakota. Distributes specified surcharge amounts to the Association and Foundation.