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Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2018 [HB-7123]
Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act of 2018 This bill directs various U.S. government bodies to prepare reports on China's treatment of the Uyghurs, a predominantly Muslim Turkic ethnic group. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence shall report to Congress on issues including the security threats caused by the Chinese government's reported crackdown on the Uyghur population in Xinjiang province. The Federal Bureau of Investigation shall report on topics such as its efforts to protect ethnic Uyghurs and Chinese nationals in the United States
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Introduced In House on 11/13/2018
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Combatting Illicit Fentanyl Act of 2018 [HB-7091]
Combatting Illicit Fentanyl Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 10/26/2018
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To prohibit the provision of United States security assistance to the Government of Saudi Arabia, and for other purposes. [HB-7082]
To prohibit the provision of United States security assistance to the Government of Saudi Arabia, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Introduced In House on 10/23/2018
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To prohibit the provision of United States security assistance to the Government of Saudi Arabia pending a determination by the Secretary of State regarding the status of Jamal Khashoggi, and for other purposes. [HB-7070]
To prohibit the provision of United States security assistance to the Government of Saudi Arabia pending a determination by the Secretary of State regarding the status of Jamal Khashoggi, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 10/16/2018
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Recognizing the systematic abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea. [HR-1123]
Recognizing the systematic abductions of Japanese citizens by North Korea. Calls on North Korea to release abducted foreign nationals, including Japanese nationals, and urges North Korea to apologize and to cease such activities.
Sponsored by: Rep. Thomas Garrett
Introduced In House on 10/12/2018
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A bill to prohibit military aid to Saudi Arabia until the Secretary of State determines that Jamal Khashoggi is alive and free. [S.3590]
A bill to prohibit military aid to Saudi Arabia until the Secretary of State determines that Jamal Khashoggi is alive and free. This bill prohibits U.S. military aid or assistance to Saudi Arabia until the Department of State certifies to Congress that journalist Jamal Khashoggi is alive and free and subsequent legislation is enacted authorizing the resumption of such aid and assistance.
Sponsored by: Sen. Rand Paul
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 10/11/2018
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Central America Reform and Enforcement Act [S.3540]
Central America Reform and Enforcement Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 10/02/2018
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Gandhi-King Scholarly Exchange Initiative Act of 2017 [HB-3909]
Gandhi-King Scholarly Exchange Initiative Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the Department of State to carry out, in cooperation with the government of India, the Gandhi-King Scholarly Exchange Initiative comprised of educational, scholarly, and professional exchange programs, including: an annual public diplomacy forum for scholars from the United States and India that focuses on the legacies of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr.; a professional development training initiative for government employees to develop international conflict solutions
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Sponsored by: Rep. John Lewis
Introduced In House on 10/02/2017
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U.S.-Israel Cooperation Expansion Act [HB-6998]
U.S.-Israel Cooperation Expansion Act This bill states that it is U.S. policy to: support bilateral training between U.S. and Israeli law enforcement personnel to share best practices relating to anti-terrorism, community policing, and mass casualty management; and continue to counter threats to U.S. and Israeli security and embassy protection posed by illicit cross-border tunneling and unmanned aerial systems.
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Introduced In House on 09/28/2018
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Affirming the historical relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Morocco, condemning the recent provocative actions of the Polisario Front and its foreign supporters, and encouraging efforts by the United Nations to reach a peaceful resolution of the Western Sahara conflict. [HR-1101]
Affirming the historical relationship between the United States and the Kingdom of Morocco, condemning the recent provocative actions of the Polisario Front and its foreign supporters, and encouraging efforts by the United Nations to reach a peaceful resolution of the Western Sahara conflict. Reaffirms support for Morocco as our oldest ally and as a partner in combating terrorism and promoting stability and prosperity in North Africa. Condemns the provocative actions taken by the Polisario Front in Western Sahara. Calls for a peaceful agreement
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Introduced In House on 09/28/2018
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Calling on the Government of Burma to release Burmese journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo sentenced to seven years imprisonment after investigating attacks against civilians by Burma's military and security forces, and for other purposes. [HR-1091]
Calling on the Government of Burma to release Burmese journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo sentenced to seven years imprisonment after investigating attacks against civilians by Burma's military and security forces, and for other purposes. Condemns the attacks against civilians by Burma's military and security forces. Considers the actions by the Burmese military against the Rohingya in northern Rakhine State in 2017 to be genocide. Calls on State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and President Win Myint to pardon Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo and other journalists
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Comstock
Considered As Unfinished Business. (consideration: Cr H10174-10175) on 12/13/2018
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Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2017 [S.1862]
Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2017 This bill amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 to modify: (1) the criteria for determining whether countries are meeting the minimum standards for the elimination of human trafficking, and (2) actions to be taken against countries that fail to meet such standards. The U.S. Agency for International Development shall incorporate child protection and anti-trafficking strategies into the development strategy for each country on the special watch list. The bill sets forth child
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez
Presented To President. on 01/02/2019
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for Moldova's territorial integrity. [SR-629]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for Moldova's territorial integrity.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 09/17/2018
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Iran Payments Accountability Act of 2018 [HB-6774]
Iran Payments Accountability Act of 2018
Sponsored by: Rep. Gus Bilirakis
Introduced In House on 09/12/2018
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Providing for the designation of a "Freedom to Choose their Destiny for the Nations of Eastern Europe and Eurasia Week". [HJR-139]
Providing for the designation of a "Freedom to Choose their Destiny for the Nations of Eastern Europe and Eurasia Week". This joint resolution condemns Russia's violation of international agreements and norms in its relations with Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. The President is authorized and requested to: designate an annual Freedom to Choose their Destiny for the Nations of Eastern Europe and Eurasia Week until the nations of Eastern Europe and Eurasia are free to exercise their sovereign rights without outside interference, and develop policies
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Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Harris
Introduced In House on 09/12/2018
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Banking Transparency for Sanctioned Persons Act of 2018 [HB-6751]
Banking Transparency for Sanctioned Persons Act of 2018 (Sec. 2) This bill requires the Department of the Treasury to report semiannually on financial services provided to benefit a state sponsor of terrorism or specified sanctioned persons. (Sec. 3) Treasury may waive these reporting requirements with respect to a foreign financial institution if: the institution credibly assures Treasury that it will cease conducting transactions for such persons, or the waiver is important to the national interest.
Sponsored by: Rep. Mia Love
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Banking, Housing, And Urban Affairs. on 09/27/2018
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Calling on Burma's civilian leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, to release two jailed journalists reporting on violence inflicted upon that nation's Rohingya population. [HR-1057]
Calling on Burma's civilian leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, to release two jailed journalists reporting on violence inflicted upon that nation's Rohingya population. Condemns all efforts to suppress information regarding the oppression and violence inflicted upon Burma's (Myanmar's) Rohingya civilians. Calls on the leader of Burma's civilian government, Aung San Suu Kyi, to release the jailed journalists Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo.
Sponsored by: Rep. Gregory Meeks
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr H8110-8111) on 09/12/2018
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To affirm strong United States-Liberia ties and support for democratic principles, and call for full implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommendations, including the establishment of an Extraordinary Criminal Tribunal for Liberia. [HR-1055]
To affirm strong United States-Liberia ties and support for democratic principles, and call for full implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommendations, including the establishment of an Extraordinary Criminal Tribunal for Liberia. Affirms strong U.S.-Liberia ties. Urges the government and people of Liberia to support full implementation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's recommendations, including the establishment of an Extraordinary Criminal Tribunal. Supports efforts by the Department of State and the U.S. Agency
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Sponsored by: Rep. Henry Johnson
Mr. Royce (ca) Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 11/13/2018
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Affirming United States-Australia cooperation on space research, exploration, and utilization. [HR-1052]
Affirming United States-Australia cooperation on space research, exploration, and utilization. Commends the Australian government for constituting the Australian Space Agency. Recognizes the value of U.S.-Australia cooperation on space research, exploration, and utilization. Supports international cooperation on space research, exploration, and utilization as being in the U.S. national interest.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Lieu
Mr. Royce (ca) Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 11/13/2018
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PROSPER Act Promoting Real Opportunity, Success, and Prosperity through Education Reform Act [HB-4508]
PROSPER Act Promoting Real Opportunity, Success, and Prosperity through Education Reform Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Dave Brat
Reported (amended) By The Committee On Education And The Workforce. H. Rept. 115-550. on 02/08/2018