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KREMLIN Act Keeping Russian Entrapments Minimal and Limiting Intelligence Networks Act [HB-1617]
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Directs the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) to provide Congress with assessments of the current intentions of Russia and its leaders. Specifically, the ODNI shall assess (1) the potential for Russian military action against North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries, (2) possible Russian responses to an increased U.S. or NATO military presence in Eastern Europe, and (3) areas where Russia could exploit weaknesses and divisions among the governments of its Western adversaries.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Read The Second Time. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 40. on 03/14/2019
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European Energy Security and Diversification Act of 2019 [HB-1616]
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Directs the Department of State to prioritize assistance to develop energy infrastructure in Europe and Eurasia, in particular for projects involving the European Commission and countries in the region. Assistance shall include political and diplomatic support and funding assistance. Projects eligible for such assistance include infrastructure for natural gas, electricity transmission, and renewable energy. The State Department shall give preference to projects that (1) improve the capacity to transfer gas and electricity within and between regional
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Sponsored by: Rep. Adam Kinzinger
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/26/2019
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Guatemala Rule of Law Accountability Act [S.716]
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Directs the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on certain foreign persons that have engaged in corruption, money laundering, or other specified activities in Guatemala. Specifically, the sanctions shall apply to a current or former Guatemalan official, or a foreign person acting in cooperation with such an official, that knowingly (1) committed or facilitated acts of significant corruption, money laundering, or narcotics trafficking; (2) obstructed investigations into any of those acts; (3) violated agreements related to the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/07/2019
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Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2019 [S.707]
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Directs the Department of State to include in its annual reports on human rights in countries receiving U.S. development and security assistance a discussion of the status of reproductive rights in each country, including whether a country has adopted and enforced policies to (1) promote access to contraception and accurate family planning information, (2) provide services to ensure safe and healthy pregnancy and childbirth, (3) expand or restrict access to safe abortion services, (4) prevent maternal deaths, and (5) prevent and treat sexually transmitted
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Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/07/2019
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Global Fragility Act of 2019 [S.727]
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Directs the President to devise and implement a plan to combat global fragility. The bill also establishes funds to support such endeavors. The President shall report to Congress and implement a 10-year Global Fragility Strategy to (1) help stabilize conflict-affected areas, (2) address global fragility, and (3) increase U.S. capacity to be a leader in international efforts to prevent extremism and violent conflict. The strategy shall (1) focus on the long-term causes of fragility and violence; (2) include specific objectives and approaches to reduce
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Risch With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. Without Written Report. on 07/18/2019
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Guatemala Rule of Law Accountability Act [HB-1630]
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Directs the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on certain foreign persons that have engaged in corruption, money laundering, or other specified activities in Guatemala. Specifically, the sanctions shall apply to a current or former Guatemalan official, or a foreign person acting in cooperation with such an official, that knowingly (1) committed or facilitated acts of significant corruption, money laundering, or narcotics trafficking; (2) obstructed investigations into any of those acts; (3) misued equipment provided by the
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 04/12/2019
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Global Fragility Act of 2019 [HB-1580]
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Directs the Department of State to establish the interagency Global Fragility Initiative to stabilize conflict-affected areas and prevent violence globally, and establishes funds to support such efforts. The State Department shall devise a plan for the initiative, including its organizational structure and goals. The State Department shall lead in foreign policy, diplomatic, and political efforts. The U.S. Agency for International Development shall lead in development, humanitarian, and non-security policies. Other departments and agencies, including
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Sponsored by: Rep. Adam Smith
Introduced In House on 03/07/2019
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European Energy Security and Diversification Act of 2019 [S.704]
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Directs the Department of State to prioritize assistance to develop energy infrastructure in Europe and Eurasia, in particular for projects involving the European Commission and countries in the region. Assistance shall include political and diplomatic support and funding assistance. Projects eligible for such assistance include projects that improve electricity transmission infrastructure, energy efficiency, or power generation. The State Department shall give preference to projects that (1) link the energy systems of regional countries, (2) have
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Sponsored by: Sen. Benjamin Cardin
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Risch With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And An Amendment To The Title. Without Written Report. on 12/17/2019
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Reproductive Rights are Human Rights Act of 2019 [HB-1581]
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Directs the Department of State to include in its annual reports on human rights in countries receiving U.S. development and security assistance a discussion of the status of reproductive rights in each country, including whether a country has adopted and enforced policies to (1) promote access to contraception and accurate family planning information, (2) provide services to ensure safe and healthy pregnancy and childbirth, (3) expand or restrict access to safe abortion services, (4) prevent maternal deaths, and (5) prevent and treat sexually transmitted
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Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney
Introduced In House on 03/07/2019
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Jobs Now Act of 2019 [HB-1635]
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Directs the Department of Labor to carry out a two-year pilot program to award grants to general local governmental units or community-based organizations to retain, employ, or train employees who provide a local government unit with a public service (i.e., job creation). At least 50% of grant funds must be used to retain employees who would otherwise be laid off due to budget cuts. Labor must encourage grantees to use grant funds to retain, employ, or train veterans, individuals with disabilities, individuals receiving unemployment benefits, or
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Sponsored by: Rep. Frederica Wilson
Introduced In House on 03/07/2019
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Otto Warmbier Banking Restrictions Involving North Korea Act of 2019 [S.667]
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Expands sanctions and reporting requirements related to North Korea and revises provisions related to combating human trafficking. The Department of the Treasury shall impose asset-related sanctions on persons that knowingly provide significant financial services to any person that is subject to various sanctions, including those covered in any United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution. The President may impose sanctions on persons that take certain actions related to North Korea, including knowingly (1) engaging in transactions in goods
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Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Banking, Housing, And Urban Affairs. on 03/05/2019
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Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2019 [HB-1493]
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Directs the President to identify and impose sanctions on foreign persons and state-affiliated entities that engaged in or supported cyber activities that reasonably likely contributed to a significant threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, or financial health. Within seven days of identifying such a person or entity, the President shall report the identification to Congress. Identified individuals shall be barred from entering the United States and shall have current visas revoked. With respect to foreign persons and state-affiliated
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Sponsored by: Rep. James Langevin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 04/08/2019
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Expressing concern about the threat posed to democracy and human rights by theocratic groups operating in South Asia. [HR-160]
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This resolution calls upon the governments of Bangladesh and Pakistan to stop Jamaat-e-Islami (an Islamist political party) from threatening regional stability and urges U.S. agencies to end partnerships with groups affiliated with Jamaat-e-Islami . Additionally, this resolution presses law enforcement to investigate the reported collaboration between the Hand for Relief and Development (a charitable organization) and a Pakistani terrorist organization.
Sponsored by: Rep. Gus Bilirakis
Introduced In House on 02/28/2019
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Venezuela Temporary Protected Status Act of 2019 [S.636]
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Addresses the migration of Venezuelan nationals by permitting them to qualify for temporary protected status, which prevents their removal from the United States and allows them to obtain employment and travel authorization. The bill also directs the Department of State to provide assistance to the migration systems of nations surrounding Venezuela to provide migration services and asylum to eligible Venezuelan citizens.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 02/28/2019
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Cyber Deterrence and Response Act of 2019 [S.602]
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Directs the President to identify and impose sanctions on foreign persons and state-affiliated entities that engaged in or supported cyber activities that reasonably likely contributed to a significant threat to U.S. national security, foreign policy, or financial health. Within seven days of identifying such a person or entity, the President shall report the identification to Congress. Identified individuals shall be barred from entering the United States and shall have current visas revoked. With respect to foreign persons and state-affiliated
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Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher Coons
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 02/28/2019
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Vietnam Human Rights Act [HB-1383]
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Amends various reporting requirements related to foreign assistance and human rights. It also authorizes various aid programs related to Vietnam. In its annual reports to Congress on human rights in foreign countries and U.S. security assistance programs, the Department of State shall include assessments of online freedom of expression in each country, including efforts by governments to censor information, punish individuals for their speech, and monitor communications. The State Department's annual report on human rights in Vietnam shall include
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 02/26/2019
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Digital GAP Act Digital Global Access Policy Act of 2019 [HB-1359]
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Directs the Department of State to advance U.S. policy to promote public and private investments in secure Internet infrastructure and increase Internet access around the world. The U.S. Agency for International Development and the Peace Corps shall also make efforts to advance such policy. The President shall report to Congress about U.S. efforts to implement the policy, including government efforts to provide technical and regulatory assistance to developing countries and close the gender gap in Internet access.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Lieu
Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/21/2019
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Calling upon the leadership of the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to dismantle its labor camp system, and for other purposes. [HR-141]
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This resolution calls for the international community to demand that North Korea dismantle its labor camp system and for North Korea to cease human rights abuses and release political prisoners.
Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Introduced In House on 02/22/2019
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A resolution marking the fifth anniversary of Ukraine's Revolution of Dignity by honoring the bravery, determination, and sacrifice of the people of Ukraine during and since the Revolution, and condemning continued Russian aggression against Ukraine. [SR-74]
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This resolution affirms the U.S. government's support of Ukraine's 2019 presidential election, democratic reforms, territorial integrity, and autocephaly for an independent Orthodox Church of Ukraine; honors the Ukrainians who fought in the 2014 Ukrainian Revolution; condemns Russia's military incursions and ongoing malicious activities toward Ukraine; asserts that the Nord Stream 2 pipeline presents a threat to European security and Ukraine's economy; and calls upon the U.S. government and its allies to maintain sanctions against Russia until it
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. on 07/16/2019
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Supporting the goals and ideals of the designation of January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2024, as the "International Decade for People of African Descent". [HR-133]
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This resolution expresses support for the goals of the International Decade for People of African Descent and calls on the United States, in cooperation with African descent communities and organizations, to develop strategies to combat racism domestically and globally.
Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, And International Organizations. on 03/14/2019