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Condemning the violence against peaceful protesters outside the Turkish Ambassador's residence on May 16, 2017, and calling for the perpetrators to be brought to justice and measures to be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. [HR-354]
Condemning the violence against peaceful protesters outside the Turkish Ambassador's residence on May 16, 2017, and calling for the perpetrators to be brought to justice and measures to be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the rights to peacefully assemble and freely express one's views are essential to American democracy; and (2) the United States should take steps to strengthen free press and civil society freedoms in countries such as Turkey. Calls for: (1) any Turkish
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Mr. Royce (ca) Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 06/06/2017
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Countering Russian Influence in Europe and Eurasia Act of 2017 [S.1221]
Countering Russian Influence in Europe and Eurasia Act of 2017 This bill declares that the United States supports the "Stimson Doctrine" and thus does not recognize territorial changes effected by force, including the illegal invasions and occupations of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, Crimea, Eastern Ukraine, and Transnistria. The bill: (1) authorizes FY2018-FY2019 assistance for the Countering Russian Influence Fund; and (2) prescribes fund use, including assisting those North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) or European Union (EU) countries that
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Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With Amendments. Without Written Report. on 06/06/2017
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RISK Act Reporting on Influence and Subversion by the Kremlin Act [HB-2586]
RISK Act Reporting on Influence and Subversion by the Kremlin Act This bill directs the Department of State to submit to Congress an assessment of subversive activities by the Russian Federation. The assessment shall be conducted by a federally funded research and development center or another appropriate independent entity with expertise in diplomatic and military developments in Europe and the Russian Federation. Such entity may use and incorporate information from previous studies and shall include assessments of: disinformation and propaganda
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Sponsored by: Rep. Walter Jones
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 06/27/2017
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Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws. [HR-349]
Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws. Calls on the President and the Department of State to: (1) make the repeal of blasphemy, heresy, or apostasy laws a priority in the bilateral relationships of the United States with all countries that have such laws; and (2) designate countries that enforce such laws as "countries of particular concern for religious freedom" under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998. Urges the governments of countries that: (1) enforce such laws to amend or repeal such laws; and (2)
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 06/27/2017
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Expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. [HCR-54]
Expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. Expresses the sense of Congress that: the continuing success of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is in the national economic interest of the United States, APEC should be a part of the U.S. diplomatic and economic strategy for the Asia-Pacific region, and the United States should continue to engage APEC in promoting economic growth through the adoption of rules-based policies to strengthen trade and investment between
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Sponsored by: Rep. David Reichert
Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 06/27/2017
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A concurrent resolution expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. [SCR-16]
A concurrent resolution expressing support for strengthening engagement between the United States and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. Expresses the sense of Congress that: the continuing success of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is in the national economic interest of the United States, APEC should be a part of the U.S. diplomatic and economic strategy for the Asia-Pacific region, and the United States should continue to engage APEC in promoting economic growth through the adoption of rules-based policies to strengthen trade
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Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3047) on 05/18/2017
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Vulnerable Children and Families Act of 2017 [HB-2532]
Vulnerable Children and Families Act of 2017 This bill redesignates the Office of Children's Issues of the Department of State as the Office of Vulnerable Children and Family Security (VCFS). The President shall appoint an Ambassador-at-Large to promote: (1) oversight of the VCFS; (2) the implementation in foreign countries of child welfare laws and policies in keeping with the goals of the United States Government Action Plan on Children in Adversity; and (3) addressing the gap in U.S. diplomacy, policy, and operations regarding permanent family
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Introduced In House on 05/18/2017
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Global Respect Act of 2017 [S.1172]
Global Respect Act of 2017 This bill directs the President to submit to Congress, every 180 days, a list of each foreign person that the President determines is responsible for or complicit in, or who acted as an agent for a foreign person in a matter relating to, detention, torture, or other denials of the right to life, liberty, or security of a person based on actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity. The Department of State shall issue public guidance relating to how names of foreign persons may be included on such list. A foreign
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/18/2017
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Celebrating the importance of the 15th Anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by Arab countries to the commitment of peace in the Middle East. [HR-231]
Celebrating the importance of the 15th Anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by Arab countries to the commitment of peace in the Middle East. Recognizes the importance of the 15th anniversary of the Arab Peace Initiative as a meaningful effort by regional Arab countries to support peace in the Middle East and to bring an end to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Commends regional Arab and Muslim-majority countries that have taken steps to end the conflict. Congratulates Jordan on its presidency of the Arab League on March
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee Hastings
Referred To The Subcommittee On Middle East And North Africa. on 05/18/2017
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Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act [HB-1744]
Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act This bill directs the President to report annually to Congress regarding: (1) the number of fugitives and others residing in other countries for whom the United States is seeking extradition or rendition, together with a list of those countries; (2) U.S. diplomatic and other efforts to secure such fugitives' return; (3) the average length of time these cases have been outstanding; (4) the number of satisfactorily resolved cases; (5) factors that have been barriers to case resolution;
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 03/27/2017
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A resolution condemning illegal Russian aggression in Ukraine on the three year anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. [SR-100]
A resolution condemning illegal Russian aggression in Ukraine on the three year anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. Condemns the Russian Federation's occupation of the Crimea region of Ukraine, continued aggression in eastern Ukraine, and efforts to intimidate and coerce nations in Eastern Europe from strengthening their ties with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the European Union. Calls on the Russian Federation to: end its support for the separatists in eastern Ukraine, withdraw its military presence there, and allow Ukraine to
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2000-2002) on 03/27/2017
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A resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. [SR-92]
A resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. Expresses concern about the disappearance of David Sneddon in Yunnan Province, China, in August 2004. Directs the Department of State and the intelligence community to continue joint investigations, coordinate investigations with the governments of China, Japan, and South Korea, and solicit information from regional affairs and law enforcement experts on plausible explanations for David Sneddon's disappearance. Encourages the State Department and the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7246-7247) on 11/29/2018
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A resolution congratulating the European Union on the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome, which established the European Economic Community and laid the foundation for decades of European peace and prosperity. [SR-93]
A resolution congratulating the European Union on the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome, which established the European Economic Community and laid the foundation for decades of European peace and prosperity. Congratulates the European Union on the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Rome, which established the European Economic Community. Commends the European Union for its role in spreading peace, prosperity, and stability and for its partnership with the United States. Recognizes the challenges the European Union,
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Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1977-1978) on 03/23/2017
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Calling on the People's Republic of China (PRC) to cease its retaliatory measures against the Republic of Korea in response to the deployment of the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) to U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), and for other purposes. [HR-223]
Calling on the People's Republic of China (PRC) to cease its retaliatory measures against the Republic of Korea in response to the deployment of the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) to U.S. Forces Korea (USFK), and for other purposes. Condemns North Korea's recent ballistic missile tests and its announcement of being in the final stages of a potential intercontinental ballistic missile test. Urges the U.S. government to take all necessary measures to protect its citizens and allies in the region and closely cooperate with the international
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 05/18/2017
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Recognizing and commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Virgin Islands of the United States becoming a part of the United States. [HCR-39]
Recognizing and commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Virgin Islands of the United States becoming a part of the United States. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the Virgin Islands becoming a part of the United States. Acknowledges the creation of the Virgin Islands of the United States Centennial Commission to lead the federal effort to commemorate this centennial. Expresses appreciation for the years of strong U.S.-Danish diplomatic relations. Encourages the Archivist of the United States to cooperate with Denmark and the U.S. Virgin Islands
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Indian, Insular And Alaska Native Affairs. on 03/27/2017
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Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017 [S.722]
Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017 This bill directs the Departments of State, Defense, and Treasury and the Director of National Intelligence to submit a strategy every two years for deterring conventional and asymmetric Iranian activities that threaten the United States and key allies in the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. The President shall impose asset blocking and U.S. exclusion sanctions against any person that materially contributes to: (1) Iran's ballistic missile or weapons of mass destruction programs, or (2)
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Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 06/29/2017
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace. [HR-226]
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace. Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting U.S. actions that promote peace between Israel and the Palestinians and are designed to ensure the security of Israel and its people. Reaffirms support for previous agreements between Israel and the Palestinians and adopted by third parties that recognize Israel's right to exist and promote a Palestinian state. Commends the Obama administration and its predecessors
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Middle East And North Africa. on 05/18/2017
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Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2017 [HB-1677]
Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2017 This bill declares that it is U.S. policy to use all diplomatic and economic means to compel the government of Bashar al-Assad to halt the slaughter of the Syrian people and work toward a democratic government. The President shall prohibit, or impose conditions on, the opening or maintaining in the United States of a correspondent account or payable-through account by any domestic financial institution or domestic financial agency for or on behalf of the Central Bank of Syria that is of primary money
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 620. on 10/03/2018
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Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. [HR-218]
Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance. Recognizes that science and technology innovation present promising new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States. Encourages the President to regularize and expand forums
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Subcommittee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 06/29/2017
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A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. [SR-90]
A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance. Recognizes that science and technology innovation present promising new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States. Encourages the President to regularize
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1895) on 03/21/2017