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A resolution encouraging the Government of Pakistan to release Aasiya Noreen, internationally known as Asia Bibi, and reform its religiously intolerant laws regarding blasphemy. [SR-109]
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[Religion ]
A resolution encouraging the Government of Pakistan to release Aasiya Noreen, internationally known as Asia Bibi, and reform its religiously intolerant laws regarding blasphemy. Urges the government of Pakistan to: (1) release Asia Bibi and ensure that she, her family, and her legal counsel are safe; and (2) reform its laws to reflect democratic norms and ideals; and (3) work to promote tolerance of religious minorities so that no one is in danger of persecution for exercising free speech and practicing their religion.
Sponsored by: Sen. Joe Manchin
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2217-2218) on 04/04/2017
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To designate the area between the intersections of Wisconsin Avenue, Northwest and Davis Street, Northwest and Wisconsin Avenue, Northwest and Edmunds Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Boris Nemtsov Plaza", and for other purposes. [HB-1863]
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To designate the area between the intersections of Wisconsin Avenue, Northwest and Davis Street, Northwest and Wisconsin Avenue, Northwest and Edmunds Street, Northwest in Washington, District of Columbia, as "Boris Nemtsov Plaza", and for other purposes. This bill: (1) designates the area between the intersections of Wisconsin Avenue and Davis Street and Wisconsin Avenue and Edmunds Street in northwest Washington, DC as "Boris Nemtsov Plaza," and (2) redesignates the address of 2650 Wisconsin Avenue in northwest DC as "1 Boris Nemtsov Plaza."
Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly
Introduced In House on 04/03/2017
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A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the United States-Egypt partnership. [SR-108]
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[Trade ]
[Human Rights ]
[National Security ]
A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the United States-Egypt partnership. Welcomes Egyptian President el-Sisi to the United States. Acknowledges the importance of the U.S.-Egypt partnership in advancing common interests. Demands: (1) the release of unjustly imprisoned American citizens, and (2) an end to the harassment and interference in the operations of independent civil society and media organizations in Egypt. Encourages the United States and Egypt to increase cooperation to combat terrorism. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment
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Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2177) on 04/03/2017
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West Virginia 2017 Regular Session
The Healthy and Safe Workplace Act [HB-2159]
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[Public Health ]
[Workers' Compensation ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Human Rights ]
[Human Services ]
The purpose of this bill is to create a new cause of action to deter workplace bullying. This bill makes it an unlawful employment practice to subject an employee to an abusive work environment that exists when the defendant, acting with malice, subjects an employee to abusive conduct so severe that it causes tangible harm to the employee. Further, this bill makes it an unlawful employment practice to retaliate in any manner against an employee who has made a charge, testified, assisted or participated in any manner against an employee who has made
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Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Fleischauer
Filed For Introduction on 02/08/2017
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West Virginia 2017 Regular Session
Creating WV Freedom of Conscience Protection Act [SB-19]
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Creating WV Freedom of Conscience Protection Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Karnes
Filed For Introduction on 02/08/2017
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West Virginia 2017 Regular Session
Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices [SB-77]
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[Human Rights ]
[Law Enforcement ]
[Criminal Justice ]
Relating to unlawful discriminatory practices
Sponsored by: Sen. Glenn Jeffries
Filed For Introduction on 02/08/2017
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Requiring the Human Rights Commission, when investigating a complaint of discrimination, to specifically include an examination of the intent of the person [HB-2202]
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[Race and Civil Rights ]
Requiring the Human Rights Commission, when investigating a complaint of discrimination, to specifically include an examination of the intent of the person
Sponsored by: Rep. Tom Fast
Filed For Introduction on 02/08/2017
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West Virginia 2017 Regular Session
Deaf Children’s Bill of Rights Act [HB-2062]
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[Children and Youth ]
[Disabilities ]
[Public Health ]
The purpose of this bill is to enact into law the “Deaf Children’s Bill of Rights Act” in order to require public schools and other publicly funded entities who come into contact with deaf children to perform certain duties and responsibilities intended to better the lot of deaf children. Toward that goal, the bill includes the following provisions: (1) Directing the public schools of this state to take certain initiatives in support of superior educational prospects and opportunities for deaf children; (2) requiring appropriate screening and assessment
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ruth Rowan
Filed For Introduction on 02/08/2017
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A resolution reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States and Mexico, and recognizing bilateral cooperation that advances the national security and national interests of both countries. [SR-102]
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A resolution reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States and Mexico, and recognizing bilateral cooperation that advances the national security and national interests of both countries. Reaffirms the strategic partnership between the United States and Mexico. Supports: (1) continued diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation between the United States and Mexico; and (2) efforts by the Mexican government to strengthen the rule of law, reduce corruption, and advance civil and human rights. Encourages enhanced security cooperation
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2102-2103) on 03/29/2017
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Counteracting Russian Hostilities Act of 2017 [HB-1751]
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[National Security ]
[Elections ]
[Funding ]
[Law Enforcement ]
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Counteracting Russian Hostilities Act of 2017 This bill directs the President to impose U.S. entry and property blocking sanctions against: (1) a person that engages in significant activities for the government of the Russian Federation that undermine U.S. or allied cyber security, or (2) a foreign person responsible for serious human rights abuses in any territory occupied or controlled by Russia. The President shall impose specified financial and property sanctions against a person that: (1) engages in a significant transaction on behalf of Russian
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Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Referred To The Subcommittee On Railroads, Pipelines, And Hazardous Materials. on 03/29/2017