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Inter-American Development Bank General Capital Increase Act of 2020 [S.4997]
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[Finance ]
[Environmental ]
[Trade ]
Requires the President to support and coordinate diplomatic engagement to secure a 10th general capital increase for the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and to support the creation of an environmental fund and financing facility at the IDB. The bill also authorizes the U.S. Governor of the IDB to vote in favor an $80 billion increase in the capital stock of the IDB and to subscribe on behalf of the United States to additional shares of this capital stock.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 12/10/2020
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Jamal Khashoggi Press Freedom Accountability Act of 2020 [S.4992]
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[Media and Advertising ]
[International ]
[National Security ]
Establishes measures to protect the human rights of journalists. Specifically, the bill (1) expands the scope of required reports related to violations of the human rights of journalists, (2) requires the President to impose certain property- and visa-blocking sanctions on persons responsible for gross violations of the human rights of journalists, and (3) prohibits certain foreign assistance to a governmental entity of a country if an official acting under authority of the entity has committed a gross violation of human rights against a journalist.
Sponsored by: Sen. Amy Klobuchar
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 12/09/2020
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Diversity and Inclusion at the Department of State Act [HB-8912]
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[Race and Civil Rights ]
[Labor, Jobs, Employment ]
Establishes the role of Chief Diversity Officer in the Department of State, modifies promotion, training, and mentorship at the State Department, and authorizes the submission of gap memos prior to a performance evaluation. A gap memo is a written record indicating and explaining an employment gap that is due to personal circumstances.
Sponsored by: Rep. Dina Titus
Introduced In House on 12/09/2020
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Expressing the sense of the Congress that the President should direct the Secretary of State to immediately issue a notice of intent to terminate the commercial and power coordination provisions of the Columbia River Treaty between the United States and Canada. [HCR-126]
[Energy ]
[International ]
[Trade ]
[Water ]
This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that the commercial and power coordination provisions of the Columbia River Treaty between the United States and Canada be terminated. The Columbia River Treaty is an agreement between the United States and Canada with respect to the operation of dams in the upper Columbia River basin.
Sponsored by: Rep. Dan Newhouse
Introduced In House on 12/09/2020
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A resolution calling on the Government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front to cease all hostilities, protect the human rights of all Ethiopians, and pursue a peaceful resolution of the conflict in the Tigray region of Ethiopia. [SR-798]
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This resolution expresses disapproval of the escalation of political tensions between the government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front into armed conflict, and it urges all parties to the conflict to (1) cease all violence; (2) engage in mediation efforts to end the conflict; and (3) respect, promote, and protect the rights of all people in Ethiopia. Further, it urges relevant U.S. agencies to assist with achieving sustainable peace and to aid democratic transition in Ethiopia.
Sponsored by: Sen. Mark Warner
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 12/09/2020
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Accountability for Persistent Intellectual Property Theft Act [HB-8846]
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[Technology and Innovation ]
[International ]
[Cybersecurity ]
[National Security ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Crime ]
Directs the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on certain Chinese nationals and entities that knowingly engage in a pattern of significant theft of intellectual property belonging to a U.S. individual or entity. Specifically, these sanctions shall apply to (1) each Chinese national engaging in such theft who is not a U.S. national or permanent resident, (2) each entity engaging in such theft that is organized under Chinese law or owned by a Chinese national, and (3) each non-U.S. entity or individual engaging in such theft
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Chabot
Introduced In House on 12/03/2020
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Badr Organization Designation Act of 2020 [HB-8844]
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Prohibits the use of federal funds to support the Badr Organization, and it requires the Department of State to determine whether the organization meets criteria for (1) designation as a foreign terrorist organization, and (2) the imposition of certain sanctions. The Badr Organization is an Iran-based political party and the military arm of the Supreme Council for the Islamic Revolution in Iraq.
Sponsored by: Rep. Joe Wilson
Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr E1193) on 12/21/2020
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A resolution supporting efforts to strengthen protection, assistance, and solutions for Venezuelan women and children. [SR-790]
[Human Rights ]
[Human Services ]
[International ]
[Children and Youth ]
[Public Health ]
[Healthcare ]
This resolution recognizes and supports measures to protect and assist Venezualan refugees and migrants, with particular emphasis on the humanitarian needs of women and children impacted by the displacement crisis and COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019).
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 12/03/2020
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A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and distinguished public service of the Honorable George Pratt Shultz. [SR-782]
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This resolution honors the life, achievements, and public service of former Secretary of State George Pratt Shultz and recognizes Shultz on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The resolution acknowledges Shultz's published concern for rebuilding and strengthening U.S. diplomacy and the Department of State and his call for the creation of a school of diplomacy at the National Foreign Affairs Training Center.
Sponsored by: Sen. Dan Sullivan
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 12/02/2020
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A resolution calling on the Government of Iran to follow through on repeated promises of assistance in the case of Robert Levinson, the longest held United States civilian in our Nation's history. [SR-99]
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[National Security ]
A resolution calling on the Government of Iran to follow through on repeated promises of assistance in the case of Robert Levinson, the longest held United States civilian in our Nation's history. Recognizes that Robert Levinson is the longest held U.S. civilian in our nation's history. Notes the repeated pledges by and renewed commitment of Iranian officials to provide their government's assistance in the Robert Levinson case. Urges the government of Iran, as a humanitarian gesture, to act on its promises to assist in Robert Levinson's case and
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Sponsored by: Sen. Bill Nelson
Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amendment To The Title And An Amended Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S881-882; Text Of Committee Substitute As Amended: Cr S881-882) on 02/11/2016
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A resolution condemning the murder of Boris Nemtsov, and for other purposes. [SR-96]
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[International ]
A resolution condemning the murder of Boris Nemtsov, and for other purposes. Condemns the murder of Boris Nemtsov, an advocate for reform and human rights in the Russian Federation, and the assassinations of other human rights and democracy activists in the Russian Federation since President Vladimir Putin came to office. Calls on the Government of Russia to: (1) support and facilitate an independent inquiry into the murder; (2) release all political prisoners and end the ongoing harassment of political opponents, human rights activists, and journalists;
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Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1307-1308) on 03/04/2015
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the courageous work and life of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, and calling for a swift and transparent investigation into his tragic murder in Moscow on February 27, 2015. [SR-93]
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the courageous work and life of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, and calling for a swift and transparent investigation into his tragic murder in Moscow on February 27, 2015. Recognizes the courageous work of Russian opposition leader Boris Nemstov who dedicated his life to the fight against corruption and in support of the rights of the Russian people to freely choose their leaders and live according to democratic standards. Calls for an investigation into his murder using mechanisms
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Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1395) on 03/10/2015
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A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe and to encourage greater cooperation with the European governments, the European Union, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe in preventing and responding to anti-Semitism. [SR-87]
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[Religion ]
A resolution to express the sense of the Senate regarding the rise of anti-Semitism in Europe and to encourage greater cooperation with the European governments, the European Union, and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe in preventing and responding to anti-Semitism. Urges the Secretary of State, the Attorney General, and other relevant U.S. government agencies and officials to work with the European Union and European governments to encourage further efforts to address anti-Semitism.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3728) on 06/03/2015
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A resolution welcoming the Prime Minister of Israel to the United States for his address to a joint meeting of Congress. [SR-76]
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A resolution welcoming the Prime Minister of Israel to the United States for his address to a joint meeting of Congress. Welcomes the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, on his visit to the United States, which provides a timely opportunity to reinforce the U.S.-Israel relationship. Awaits Prime Minister Netanyahu's address before a joint meeting of Congress. Reaffirms the Senate's: (1) commitment to stand with Israel during times of uncertainty, and (2) bipartisan support for the friendship between the people and governments of the United
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1150) on 02/26/2015
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A resolution condemning North Korea's fifth nuclear test on September 9, 2016. [SR-564]
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[National Security ]
[Trade ]
[Military ]
A resolution condemning North Korea's fifth nuclear test on September 9, 2016. Condemns the North Korean regime for continuing its dangerous provocations. Calls on: (1) such regime to unconditionally abandon its nuclear weapons and missile programs, and (2) China to exercise its leverage to halt such programs. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to defending allies in the region, including through deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery to South Korea and through joint U.S.-Japan efforts to develop the next generation of missile defense
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Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S5849-5850) on 09/15/2016
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the challenges the conflict in Syria poses to long-term stability and prosperity in Lebanon. [SR-553]
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[Human Rights ]
[Defense ]
[Military ]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the challenges the conflict in Syria poses to long-term stability and prosperity in Lebanon. Recognizes the importance of bilateral U.S. assistance to the government of Lebanon in building its capacity to provide services and security and curbing Hizbollah's influence. Encourages coordination between the Department of State, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and humanitarian organizations to ensure that refugees from the conflict in Syria are supported so as to mitigate any adverse
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Sponsored by: Sen. David Perdue
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S5673) on 09/13/2016
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A resolution expressing profound concern about the ongoing political, economic, social and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, urging the release of political prisoners, and calling for respect of constitutional and democratic processes. [SR-537]
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[International ]
[National Security ]
A resolution expressing profound concern about the ongoing political, economic, social and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, urging the release of political prisoners, and calling for respect of constitutional and democratic processes. Expresses concern about widespread shortages of essential medicines and basic food products faced by the people of Venezuela and urges President Maduro to permit the delivery of humanitarian assistance. Calls on the government of Venezuela to: immediately release all political prisoners and to respect internationally
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Sponsored by: Sen. Tim Kaine
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And An Amendment To The Title And With An Amended Preamble. Without Written Report. on 12/07/2016
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China. [SR-535]
[Public Health ]
[International ]
[Crime ]
[Overdose Prevention ]
[Pharmaceuticals ]
[National Security ]
[Healthcare ]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China. Expresses the sense of the Senate that: the use of illicit fentanyl in the United States and the resulting overdose deaths are a public health crisis; the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States, especially by transnational criminal organizations, is a problem that requires close cooperation between the U.S. government and the governments of Mexico and China; and all three such countries should
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Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And With An Amended Preamble. Without Written Report. on 12/07/2016
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A resolution calling upon the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to release Iranian-Americans Siamak Namazi and his father, Baquer Namazi. [SR-529]
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[International ]
A resolution calling upon the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to release Iranian-Americans Siamak Namazi and his father, Baquer Namazi. Calls on the government of Iran to release Siamak and Baquer Namazi unconditionally. Urges the Secretary of State, U.S. allies, and the United Nations to raise the cases of Siamak and Baquer Namazi with Iranian officials at every opportunity and undertake efforts to secure their immediate release. Encourages the President to utilize appropriate measures against such government if they are not released.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S5009) on 07/12/2016
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A resolution calling for all parties to respect the arbitral tribunal ruling with regard to the South China Sea and to express United States policy on freedom of navigation and overflight in the East and South China Seas. [SR-526]
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[Defense ]
[National Security ]
[Military ]
[Human Rights ]
A resolution calling for all parties to respect the arbitral tribunal ruling with regard to the South China Sea and to express United States policy on freedom of navigation and overflight in the East and South China Seas. Expresses support for the July 12, 2016, ruling issued by the International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea as binding on all parties in the case brought at the request of the Republic of Philippines against the People's Republic of China concerning a dispute over the maritime jurisdiction in the South China Sea. Calls on all claimants
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Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S5006-5008; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S5006) on 07/12/2016