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A resolution honoring the humanitarian work of Dr. Aristides de Sousa Mendes do Amaral e Abranches to save the lives of French Jews and other persons during the Holocaust. [SR-89]
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A resolution honoring the humanitarian work of Dr. Aristides de Sousa Mendes do Amaral e Abranches to save the lives of French Jews and other persons during the Holocaust.
Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher S. Murphy
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/03/2021
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Iran Nuclear Deal Advice and Consent Act of 2021 [HB-1479]
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To prohibit the use of Federal funds relating to rejoining the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Larry Bucshon
Introduced In House on 03/02/2021
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Holding Russia Accountable for Malign Activities Act of 2021 [HB-1223]
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To impose sanctions with respect to individuals associated with the Government of the Russian Federation who are complicit in the poisoning and repression of citizens of the Russian Federation for political motives, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. David N. Cicilline
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 04/28/2021
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Constraining Human Rights Offenders in the Middle East Act CHROME Act [HB-1231]
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To prohibit the reentry of the United States into the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action unless the President makes certain certifications relating to Iran, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ann Wagner
Introduced In House on 02/23/2021
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Holding Russia Accountable for Malign Activities Act of 2021 [S.208]
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A bill to impose sanctions with respect to individuals associated with the Government of the Russian Federation who are complicit in the poisoning and repression of citizens of the Russian Federation for political motives, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 02/03/2021
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A resolution providing official recognition of the massacre of 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who had been captured near Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944. [SR-571]
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A resolution providing official recognition of the massacre of 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who had been captured near Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944. Recognizes the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice on behalf of the United States of the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944.
Sponsored by: Sen. Joe Manchin
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S 5888) on 09/19/2016
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A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author. [SR-523]
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A resolution relating to the death of Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor, powerful advocate for peace and human rights, and award-winning author. Extends condolences to the family of Elie Wiesel, an award-winning author who helped the world understand the horrors of the Holocaust and gave a voice to those who suffered and perished in Nazi death camps. Honors Wiesel's lifelong commitment to advancing human dignity, freedom, and respect throughout the world. Expresses continued support for human rights and protection of religious liberty. Expresses admiration
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S4922-4923; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S4919) on 07/07/2016
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A resolution urging robust funding for humanitarian relief for Syria. [SR-361]
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A resolution urging robust funding for humanitarian relief for Syria. Commends the United Kingdom, Kuwait, Germany, and Norway for their efforts and financial commitments to address the humanitarian crisis in Syria. Encourages the international community to act with urgency to: (1) alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Syria and in Syrian refugee-hosting countries in the region, and (2) support efforts undertaken as a result of the fourth Syria conference in London by joining the United States and other countries with substantial pledges of assistance.
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Sponsored by: Sen. Edward J. Markey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Ordered To Be Reported With Amendments Favorably. on 02/10/2016
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A resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the peaceful and democratic reunification of Germany. [SR-274]
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A resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the peaceful and democratic reunification of Germany. Celebrates 25 years of a united Germany. Honors the courage of the people of Germany, the United States, and other countries who served in the Cold War to bring freedom to Central and Eastern Europe. Recognizes the importance of the alliance between the United States and Germany in: (1) common defense, (2) a shared commitment to a free and unified Europe, and (3) an expanding economic prosperity under the rule of law throughout Europe. Expresses
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Sponsored by: Sen. Marco Rubio
Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7476) on 10/22/2015
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A concurrent resolution expressing support for the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to continue to reaffirm its commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. [SCR-46]
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A concurrent resolution expressing support for the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to continue to reaffirm its commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. Acknowledges the financial and moral commitment of the Federal Republic of Germany over the past seven decades to provide a measure of justice for Holocaust
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution. on 09/12/2016
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A concurrent resolution expressing support of the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to reaffirm its commitment to that goal through a financial commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. [SCR-36]
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A concurrent resolution expressing support of the goal of ensuring that all Holocaust victims live with dignity, comfort, and security in their remaining years, and urging the Federal Republic of Germany to reaffirm its commitment to that goal through a financial commitment to comprehensively address the unique health and welfare needs of vulnerable Holocaust victims, including home care and other medically prescribed needs. Urges the working group established by the Federal Republic of Germany and the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2395-2396) on 04/21/2016
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Foreign Cultural Exchange Jurisdictional Immunity Clarification Act [S.3155]
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Foreign Cultural Exchange Jurisdictional Immunity Clarification Act (Sec. 2) This bill amends the federal judicial code with respect to denial of a foreign state's sovereign immunity from the jurisdiction of U.S. or state courts in commercial activity cases where rights in property taken in violation of international law are in issue and that property, or any property exchanged for it, is: (1) present in the United States in connection with a commercial activity carried on by the foreign state in the United States, or (2) owned by an agency or instrumentality
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Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Committee On The Judiciary. Ordered To Be Reported Without Amendment Favorably. on 09/15/2016
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Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today (JUST) Act of 2016 [S.3142]
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Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today (JUST) Act of 2016 This bill directs the Department of State, with respect to covered countries, to annually include within either the relevant Annual Country Report on Human Rights, the International Religious Freedom Report, or other appropriate report an assessment of the nature and extent of national laws or enforceable policies regarding the identification, return, or restitution of wrongfully seized or transferred Holocaust era assets and compliance with the goals of the Terezin Declaration on Holocaust
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Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 07/07/2016
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Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016 [S.2763]
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Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery Act of 2016 (Sec. 5) This bill allows civil claims or causes of action for the recovery of artwork or certain other property lost between January 1, 1933, and December 31, 1945, because of Nazi persecution to be commenced within six years after the claimant's actual discovery of: (1) the identity and location of the artwork or other property, and (2) a possessory interest in the artwork or property. Such statutory limitation period of six years after actual discovery preempts any other statutes of limitation or
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Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
By Senator Grassley From Committee On The Judiciary Filed Written Report. Report No. 114-394. on 12/06/2016
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the life and work of Elie Wiesel in promoting human rights, peace, and Holocaust remembrance. [HR-810]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the life and work of Elie Wiesel in promoting human rights, peace, and Holocaust remembrance. Extends the deepest sympathies of the House of Representatives to the members of the family of Elie Wiesel. Urges the continuation of Wiesel's work and legacy to preserve the memory of individuals who perished in the Holocaust, to prevent the recurrence of another Holocaust, to combat hate and intolerance, and to never forget and learn from the lessons of history.
Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney
Ms. Ros-lehtinen Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 09/12/2016
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Recognizing the significance of the 74th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. [HR-626]
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Recognizing the significance of the 74th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, restricting
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 02/29/2016
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Urging the Secretary of State that in 2015, a year of significant anniversaries for the Jewish people, United States embassies in appropriate countries should commemorate this anniversary year with significant public events including the message that the opportunities for remembrance and reflection contained in these anniversaries are applicable to all peoples. [HR-57]
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Urging the Secretary of State that in 2015, a year of significant anniversaries for the Jewish people, United States embassies in appropriate countries should commemorate this anniversary year with significant public events including the message that the opportunities for remembrance and reflection contained in these anniversaries are applicable to all peoples. Urges the Administration to continue efforts to combat anti-Semitism globally. Urges the Secretary of State that in 2015, a year of significant anniversaries for the Jewish people, U.S. embassies
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Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Cohen
Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 02/11/2015
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Honoring the victims of the Holocaust, commending countries and organizations for marking the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, and expressing the commitment of the House of Representatives to strengthen the fight against anti-Semitism, bigotry, and intolerance. [HR-49]
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Honoring the victims of the Holocaust, commending countries and organizations for marking the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, and expressing the commitment of the House of Representatives to strengthen the fight against anti-Semitism, bigotry, and intolerance. Memorializes the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp at Auschwitz and honors the victims of Nazi concentration camps, killing centers, crimes, and aggression. Honors the U.S. Armed Forces, the armed forces of Allied nations, underground resistance fighters, and other
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gregory W. Meeks
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 02/11/2015
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. [HR-118]
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Recognizing the significance of the 68th anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt and supporting the goals of the Japanese American, German American, and Italian American communities in recognizing a National Day of Remembrance to increase public awareness of the events surrounding the restriction, exclusion, and incarceration of individuals and families during World War II. Recognizes the historical significance of February 19, 1942, the date Executive Order 9066 was signed by President Roosevelt, restricting
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 03/17/2015
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Providing official recognition of the massacre of 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who had been captured in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944. [HCR-141]
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Providing official recognition of the massacre of 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who had been captured in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944. Recognizes on behalf of the United States the dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice of the 11 African-American soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion of the United States Army who were massacred in Wereth, Belgium, during the Battle of the Bulge on December 17, 1944. Calls on the Senate Armed Services
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Sponsored by: Rep. Henry C. Johnson
Referred To The Subcommittee On Military Personnel. on 07/11/2016