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Expressing condolences to and support for the people of Ecuador following the devastating earthquake on April 16, 2016. [HR-689]
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Expressing condolences to and support for the people of Ecuador following the devastating earthquake on April 16, 2016. Expresses condolences on the loss of life following the earthquake in Ecuador on April 16, 2016. Commends those engaged in the domestic and international response to the earthquake, including international agencies, the U.S. government, and nongovernment organizations. Supports U.S. efforts to assist the people of Ecuador as they seek to recover from the earthquake.
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Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 04/29/2016
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Providing for the safety and security of the Iranian dissidents living in Camp Liberty/Hurriya in Iraq and awaiting resettlement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and permitting use of their own assets to assist in their resettlement. [HR-650]
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Providing for the safety and security of the Iranian dissidents living in Camp Liberty/Hurriya in Iraq and awaiting resettlement by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and permitting use of their own assets to assist in their resettlement. Condemns the attacks against the residents of Camp Liberty/Hurriya in Iraq. Urges the government of Iraq to: (1) bring to justice those responsible for the attacks; and (2) ensure access to food, clean water, medical assistance, electricity and other necessary supplies and equipment. Calls on the
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Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 05/18/2016
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Supporting freedom of the press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemning violations of press freedom and violence against journalists, bloggers, and individuals exercising their right to freedom of speech. [HR-536]
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Supporting freedom of the press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemning violations of press freedom and violence against journalists, bloggers, and individuals exercising their right to freedom of speech. Supports a free press in Latin America and the Caribbean and condemns violations of press freedom and violence against journalists. Urges countries in the region to implement recommendations to its Member States from the Organization of American States Office of the Special Rapporteur for Freedom of Expression. Urges countries in Latin
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Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 12/15/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the Victims of the Terror Protection Fund. [HR-528]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the Victims of the Terror Protection Fund. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: Boko Haram and other terrorist organizations should be declared an existential threat to the human rights and security of the Nigerian people and their regional neighbors; the global strategy for ending the suffering and creating solutions for displaced persons in Africa includes a Victims of Terror Protection Fund, which should provide humanitarian assistance to Boko Haram victims; military
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Introduced In House on 11/16/2015
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Condemning in the strongest terms the terrorist attacks in Paris, France, on November 13, 2015, that resulted in the loss of at least 129 lives. [HR-524]
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Condemning in the strongest terms the terrorist attacks in Paris, France, on November 13, 2015, that resulted in the loss of at least 129 lives. Condemns the terrorist attacks in Paris, France, on November 13, 2015, that resulted in the loss of at least 129 lives. Expresses condolences to the families and friends of those individuals who were killed, and sympathy to those individuals who were injured. Supports the government of France's efforts to bring to justice all those involved with the planning and execution of these terrorist attacks. Expresses
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Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 11/17/2015
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Expressing support for the efforts of the Republic of Turkey, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Lebanese Republic to provide housing, educational opportunities, health care, and other forms of humanitarian assistance to individuals and families displaced by the conflict in Syria. [HR-509]
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Expressing support for the efforts of the Republic of Turkey, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and the Lebanese Republic to provide housing, educational opportunities, health care, and other forms of humanitarian assistance to individuals and families displaced by the conflict in Syria. Commends the leadership of Turkey, Jordan, and Lebanon in providing refuge and assistance to the people fleeing the conflict in Syria. Recognizes the strain that hosting such significant numbers of refugees can place on public services, particularly for education
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 02/12/2016
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Recognizing the important contribution and added value of mental health and psychosocial support services and the importance of building such capacity in humanitarian and development contexts. [HR-474]
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Recognizing the important contribution and added value of mental health and psychosocial support services and the importance of building such capacity in humanitarian and development contexts. Affirms the continued support of the United States for making resources available to provide mental health and psychosocial support services and build capacity in low-resource settings and in conflict- and crisis-affected countries. Recognizes the importance of trained mental health workers in restoring functioning, enhancing well-being, and saving lives through
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 10/16/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Government should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica. [HR-453]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States Government should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should provide additional relief and assistance to the island of Dominica.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Introduced In House on 09/30/2015
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Calling for urgent international action on behalf of Iraqi and Syrian civilians facing a dire humanitarian crisis and severe persecution because of their faith or ethnicity in the Nineveh Plain region of Iraq and Khabor, Kobane, and Aleppo regions of Syria. [HR-440]
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Calling for urgent international action on behalf of Iraqi and Syrian civilians facing a dire humanitarian crisis and severe persecution because of their faith or ethnicity in the Nineveh Plain region of Iraq and Khabor, Kobane, and Aleppo regions of Syria. Condemns the religious bigotry and attacks against innocent civilians, as well as the destruction of property and ancient sites, by armed extremists in Iraq and Syria. Calls on the relevant parties to protect all citizens in the region. Calls on the President, the Department of State, and the
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Introduced In House on 09/24/2015
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Recognizing the importance of frontline health workers toward accelerating progress on global health and saving the lives of women and children, and for other purposes. [HR-419]
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Recognizing the importance of frontline health workers toward accelerating progress on global health and saving the lives of women and children, and for other purposes. Reaffirms the critical role of frontline health workers in achieving core global health goals, including ending preventable child and maternal deaths, ensuring global health security, and achieving an AIDS-free generation. Commends the progress made by the United States in helping to build local capacity and to save lives in the world's most vulnerable communities by training and
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Introduced In House on 09/15/2015
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Condemning Joseph Kony and the Lord's Resistance Army for continuing to perpetrate crimes against humanity, war crimes, and mass atrocities, and supporting ongoing efforts by the United States Government, the African Union, and governments and regional organizations in central Africa to remove Joseph Kony and Lord's Resistance Army commanders from the battlefield and promote protection and recovery of affected communities. [HR-394]
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Condemning Joseph Kony and the Lord's Resistance Army for continuing to perpetrate crimes against humanity, war crimes, and mass atrocities, and supporting ongoing efforts by the United States Government, the African Union, and governments and regional organizations in central Africa to remove Joseph Kony and Lord's Resistance Army commanders from the battlefield and promote protection and recovery of affected communities. Condemns Joseph Kony and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) for perpetrating crimes against humanity and mass atrocities, and
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 08/20/2015
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Supporting the right of the people of Ukraine to freely elect their government and determine their future. [HR-348]
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Supporting the right of the people of Ukraine to freely elect their government and determine their future. Supports the right of the people of Ukraine to freely elect their government and determine their future. Urges the Administration to expedite assistance to Ukraine to facilitate the political, economic, and social reforms necessary for elections that meet international standards. Condemns outside attempts, specifically by the government of Russia, its agents or supporters, to interfere in Ukraine's elections.
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Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 10/20/2015
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Calling for substantive dialogue, without preconditions, in order to address Tibetan grievances and secure a negotiated agreement for the Tibetan people. [HR-337]
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Calling for substantive dialogue, without preconditions, in order to address Tibetan grievances and secure a negotiated agreement for the Tibetan people. Calls on the U.S. government to implement specified sections of the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002 to: encourage representatives of the government of China and His Holiness the Dalai Lama to hold substantive dialogue to secure a negotiated agreement for the Tibetan people; and establish an office in Lhasa, Tibet, to monitor political, economic and cultural developments in Tibet, and to provide consular
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Mr. Smith (nj) Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 07/08/2015
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Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. [HR-263]
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Supporting the goals and ideals of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of an International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. Encourages: (1) health care providers to offer culturally and clinically competent care to the lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) community; (2) schools to support the creation of gay-straight alliances to achieve safer learning environments; (3) individuals to learn about national resources for those who identify as LGBT; and (4) the federal
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Health. on 05/15/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should work with the Government of Nepal to ensure that the unique needs, vulnerabilities, and capacities of women and girls are considered and addressed in efforts to provide humanitarian relief and assistance in reconstruction in the aftermath of the April 25, 2015, earthquake. [HR-261]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should work with the Government of Nepal to ensure that the unique needs, vulnerabilities, and capacities of women and girls are considered and addressed in efforts to provide humanitarian relief and assistance in reconstruction in the aftermath of the April 25, 2015, earthquake. Expresses: (1) sympathy to the people of Nepal for the loss of life and destruction as a result of the earthquake, (2) solidarity with the people of Nepal and continued commitment assist Nepal recover
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Asia And The Pacific. on 05/20/2015
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Recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives, and expressing continued solidarity with the Haitian people. [HR-25]
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Recognizing the anniversary of the tragic earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, honoring those who lost their lives, and expressing continued solidarity with the Haitian people. Honors: (1) those who lost their lives due to the tragic earthquake of January 12, 2010; and (2) the sacrifice of the men and women of the government of Haiti, the U.S. government, the United Nations (U.N.), and the international community for their response to the calamity. Expresses solidarity with the people of Haiti as they work to rebuild their neighborhoods, livelihoods,
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Referred To The Subcommittee On The Western Hemisphere. on 02/11/2015
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Expressing condolences to the family of Dr. Warren Weinstein, and commemorating the life and work of Dr. Warren Weinstein. [HR-236]
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Expressing condolences to the family of Dr. Warren Weinstein, and commemorating the life and work of Dr. Warren Weinstein. Mourns the death of Dr. Warren Weinstein and expresses condolences to his family. Salutes Dr. Weinstein for his lifelong commitment to humanitarian development work in challenging and dangerous circumstances. Calls on the United States to make the return of all U.S. citizens held captive abroad a top priority, and to provide a coordinated and consistent approach to supporting hostages and their families. Requests that the Clerk
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Introduced In House on 04/30/2015
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Expressing deepest condolences to and solidarity with the people of Nepal following the devastating earthquake on April 25, 2015. [HR-235]
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Expressing deepest condolences to and solidarity with the people of Nepal following the devastating earthquake on April 25, 2015. Expresses deepest condolences to and solidarity with the people of Nepal following the devastating earthquake on April 25, 2015. Supports the Administration's efforts to coordinate an immediate U.S. humanitarian response. Commends the efforts and honors the sacrifice of the men and women engaged in the response, including the citizens and government of Nepal, the United States, and international humanitarian and nongovernmental
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Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 05/21/2015
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a Global Marshall Plan holds the potential to demonstrate the commitment of the United States to peace and prosperity through poverty reduction in the United States and abroad. [HR-201]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a Global Marshall Plan holds the potential to demonstrate the commitment of the United States to peace and prosperity through poverty reduction in the United States and abroad. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the elimination of poverty and hunger should remain key U.S. foreign and domestic policy goals, (2) a Global Marshall Plan holds the potential to transform development assistance in a manner that would significantly reduce poverty, and (3) the President
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Introduced In House on 04/15/2015
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Urging the Government of Nigeria to move forward expeditiously with national general elections. [HR-143]
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Urging the Government of Nigeria to move forward expeditiously with national general elections. Calls upon the government of Nigeria to hold its national general election as scheduled. Expresses solidarity with the people of Nigeria and their aspirations for free and fair elections. Supports U.S. efforts to provide security assistance and training to Nigeria to help eliminate the national security threat presented by the terrorist group Boko Haram and other groups that threaten the democratic process and the right of Nigerians to vote in a free
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Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 03/20/2015