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Recognizing the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. [HJR-81]
This joint resolution recognizes the 75th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge in World War II and honors the veterans of the battle. The resolution also reaffirms the friendship between the United States and both Belgium and Luxembourg.
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Expressing that it is the sense of the House of Representatives that the Russian Federation interfered in the 2016 United States Presidential election and deliberately spread false information to implicate the Republic of Ukraine. [HR-759]
This resolution condemns Russia for its interference in the 2016 U.S. presidential election and ongoing disinformation campaigns. The resolution reaffirms U.S. support for Ukraine in its efforts to combat Russian interference and military aggression.
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Recognizing the continued success of the Food for Peace Act. [HR-742]
This resolution recognizes Food for Peace as a critical component of global food security efforts and calls for the prioritization of funding for Food for Peace programs.
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War Risk Insurance Extension Act of 2019 [S.2964]
Extends through December 31, 2020, the authority of the Department of Transportation to provide aviation insurance and reinsurance upon the request of another U.S. government agency.
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International Violence Against Women Act of 2019 [HB-5267]
Provides for a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls. The bill establishes in the Department of State an Office of Global Women's Issues, which shall be headed by an Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women's Issues. The Ambassador-at-Large shall (1) coordinate U.S. government efforts regarding gender equality and the advancement of women and girls in foreign policy, and (2) develop or update periodically a U.S. global strategy to prevent and respond to violence against women and girls. The bill establishes
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Refugee Protection Act of 2019 [S.2936]
A bill to provide for the admission and protection of refugees, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable individuals, to provide for the processing of refugees and asylum seekers in the Western Hemisphere, and to modify certain special immigrant visa programs, and for other purposes.
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Harlem Hellfighters Congressional Gold Medal Act [HB-5248]
Directs Congress to make arrangements for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of the bravery and outstanding service during World War I of the 369th Infantry Regiment, commonly known as the Harlem Hellfighters.
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Refugee Protection Act of 2019 [HB-5210]
To provide for the admission and protection of refugees, asylum seekers, and other vulnerable individuals, to provide for the processing of refugees and asylum seekers in the Western Hemisphere, and to modify certain special immigrant visa programs, and for other purposes.
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Libya Stabilization Act [S.2934]
Provides for sanctions and aid related to the conflict in Libya. The bill provides statutory authority for an April 19, 2016, executive order imposing property- and visa-blocking sanctions on persons contributing to the violence in Libya. The President shall impose property- and visa-blocking sanctions on any foreign person that (1) knowingly supports or engages in a significant transaction with a foreign person knowingly operating in Libya on behalf of Russia in a military capacity, (2) engages in significant actions threatening peace or stability
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Purple Heart Flag Act [HB-5237]
Designates a flag as the Purple Heart Flag (which recognizes soldiers wounded during hostilities) and requires that it be displayed in a manner visible to the public. The Flag shall be displayed on Armed Forces Day, Memorial Day, Flag Day, National POW/MIA Recognition Day, and Veterans Day in the following locations: the World War II Memorial; the Korean War Veterans Memorial; the Vietnam Veterans Memorial; each national cemetery; the buildings containing the official offices of the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of
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Condemning the human rights violations taking place in Jammu and Kashmir and supporting Kashmiri self-determination. [HR-724]
This resolution expresses support for Kashmiri self-determination and calls on India to uphold human rights standards in Kashmir and Jammu. The resolution also urges India and Pakistan to settle territorial disputes without the use of force.
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Affirming United States support for the State of Israel's right to defend itself from terrorist attacks. [HR-727]
This resolution reaffirms the commitment of the United States to Israel's security and expresses support for Israel's right to defend itself against terrorist groups. The resolution also expresses concern for the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
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Celebrating the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Poland. [HR-699]
This resolution recognizes the 100th anniversary of relations between the United States and Poland. The resolution honors the contributions of Polish Americans and the Polish veterans who fought in World War II, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
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War Powers Reform Resolution [SJR-60]
This joint resolution repeals certain authorizations for the use of military force and provides specific requirements for any future such authorization to receive expedited consideration. Specifically, the bill repeals the authorizations for the use of miltary force enacted in 2002 against Iraq and in 2001 in response to the September 11 terror attacks. To receive expedited consideration, a bill or resolution that is authorizing, narrowing, or repealing the use of military force must provide a specific strategic objective for military action; a
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Women Who Worked on the Home Front World War II Memorial Act [HB-5068]
Authorizes the Women Who Worked on the Home Front Foundation to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia in commemoration of the commitment and service represented by women who worked on the home front during World War II. The foundation shall be solely responsible for the acceptance of contributions for, and payment of the expenses of, establishing the commemorative work. The establishment of the commemorative work shall be in accordance with the Commemorative Works Act. The bill prohibits federal funds from being
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Recognizing the significance of the genuine autonomy of Tibet and the Tibetan people and the work His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama has done to promote global peace, harmony, and understanding. [HR-697]
This resolution recognizes both the cultural and religious significance of an autonomous Tibet. The resolution also calls on the United States to increase support for Tibet in a number of areas, including the succession of the Dalai Lama and environmental policy.
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Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020 [S.2840]
A bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2020 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, and for other purposes.
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the Government of Turkey's crackdown on dissent related to its incursion into northeast Syria, and broader human rights violations. [SR-418]
This resolution (1) reaffirms U.S. support of peaceful dissent in Turkey; (2) calls on Turkey to lift restrictions on freedom of expression and uphold democratic standards; and (3) encourages the United States to raise the issue of suppressed free speech in Turkey, both bilaterally and multilaterally.
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Global War on Terrorism Memorial Location Act [HB-5046]
Authorizes the establishment of a National Global War on Terrorism Memorial in the area of the National Mall.
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World War II Pacific War Heroes Congressional Gold Medal Act [HB-5044]
Directs Congress to make arrangements for the presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of the service of the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces and Merchant Marine, as well as the citizen and noncitizen civilians who fought with the U.S. military, who were surrendered, captured, or abandoned to become prisoners of war of Japan during World War II.