Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act [HB-1744]
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Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act This bill directs the President to report annually to Congress regarding: (1) the number of fugitives and others residing in other countries for whom the United States is seeking extradition or rendition, together with a list of those countries; (2) U.S. diplomatic and other efforts to secure such fugitives' return; (3) the average length of time these cases have been outstanding; (4) the number of satisfactorily resolved cases; (5) factors that have been barriers to case resolution;
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HB-1744: Walter Patterson and Werner Foerster Justice and Extradition Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 03/27/2017
A resolution condemning illegal Russian aggression in Ukraine on the three year anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. [SR-100]
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A resolution condemning illegal Russian aggression in Ukraine on the three year anniversary of the annexation of Crimea. Condemns the Russian Federation's occupation of the Crimea region of Ukraine, continued aggression in eastern Ukraine, and efforts to intimidate and coerce nations in Eastern Europe from strengthening their ties with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization and the European Union. Calls on the Russian Federation to: end its support for the separatists in eastern Ukraine, withdraw its military presence there, and allow Ukraine to
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SR-100: A resolution condemning illegal Russian aggression in Ukraine on the three year anniversary of the annexation of Crimea.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2000-2002) on 03/27/2017
A resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. [SR-92]
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A resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes. Expresses concern about the disappearance of David Sneddon in Yunnan Province, China, in August 2004. Directs the Department of State and the intelligence community to continue joint investigations, coordinate investigations with the governments of China, Japan, and South Korea, and solicit information from regional affairs and law enforcement experts on plausible explanations for David Sneddon's disappearance. Encourages the State Department and the
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SR-92: A resolution expressing concern over the disappearance of David Sneddon, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Sen. Mike Lee
Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S7246-7247) on 11/29/2018
Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017 [S.722]
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Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017 This bill directs the Departments of State, Defense, and Treasury and the Director of National Intelligence to submit a strategy every two years for deterring conventional and asymmetric Iranian activities that threaten the United States and key allies in the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond. The President shall impose asset blocking and U.S. exclusion sanctions against any person that materially contributes to: (1) Iran's ballistic missile or weapons of mass destruction programs, or (2)
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S.722: Countering Iran's Destabilizing Activities Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 06/29/2017
United States-Israel Cybersecurity Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2017 [S.719]
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[International ]
[Science ]
[Grants ]
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United States-Israel Cybersecurity Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2017 This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a grant program to support cybersecurity research and development, and the demonstration and commercialization of cybersecurity technology, in accordance with the Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the State of Israel on Cooperation in Science and Technology for Homeland Security Matters, done at Jerusalem, dated May 29, 2008, or a successor agreement.
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S.719: United States-Israel Cybersecurity Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Homeland Security And Governmental Affairs. on 03/23/2017
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace. [HR-226]
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace. Reaffirms the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting U.S. actions that promote peace between Israel and the Palestinians and are designed to ensure the security of Israel and its people. Reaffirms support for previous agreements between Israel and the Palestinians and adopted by third parties that recognize Israel's right to exist and promote a Palestinian state. Commends the Obama administration and its predecessors
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HR-226: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States efforts to promote Israeli-Palestinian peace.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Referred To The Subcommittee On Middle East And North Africa. on 05/18/2017
Israel Anti-Boycott Act [HB-1697]
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[Human Rights ]
[National Security ]
Israel Anti-Boycott Act This bill declares that Congress: (1) opposes the United Nations Human Rights Council resolution of March 24, 2016, which urges countries to pressure companies to divest from, or break contracts with, Israel; and (2) encourages full implementation of the United States-Israel Strategic Partnership Act of 2014 through enhanced, governmentwide, coordinated U.S.-Israel scientific and technological cooperation in civilian areas. The bill amends the Export Administration Act of 1979 to declare that it shall be U.S. policy to oppose:
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HB-1697: Israel Anti-Boycott Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 06/28/2018
Israel Anti-Boycott Act [S.720]
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Israel Anti-Boycott Act This bill declares that Congress: (1) opposes the United Nations Human Rights Council resolution of March 24, 2016, which urges countries to pressure companies to divest from, or break contracts with, Israel; and (2) encourages full implementation of the United States-Israel Strategic Partnership Act of 2014 through enhanced, governmentwide, coordinated U.S.-Israel scientific and technological cooperation in civilian areas. The bill amends the Export Administration Act of 1979 to declare that it shall be U.S. policy to oppose:
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S.720: Israel Anti-Boycott Act
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Banking, Housing, And Urban Affairs. on 03/23/2017
Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2017 [HB-1677]
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Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2017 This bill declares that it is U.S. policy to use all diplomatic and economic means to compel the government of Bashar al-Assad to halt the slaughter of the Syrian people and work toward a democratic government. The President shall prohibit, or impose conditions on, the opening or maintaining in the United States of a correspondent account or payable-through account by any domestic financial institution or domestic financial agency for or on behalf of the Central Bank of Syria that is of primary money
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HB-1677: Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 620. on 10/03/2018
Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. [HR-218]
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Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance. Recognizes that science and technology innovation present promising new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States. Encourages the President to regularize and expand forums
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HR-218: Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation.
Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell
Subcommittee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 06/29/2017
A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. [SR-90]
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A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance. Recognizes that science and technology innovation present promising new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States. Encourages the President to regularize
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SR-90: A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1895) on 03/21/2017
You have voted SR-90: A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation..
IMF Reform and Integrity Act [HB-1573]
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IMF Reform and Integrity Act This bill amends the Bretton Woods Agreements Act to direct the United States to oppose: International Monetary Fund (IMF) financing in conjunction with financing by a multilateral organization of which the United States is not a member if such organization's financing would exceed the IMF's financing or the debtor's IMF obligation is not made explicitly senior to the debtor's obligation to the multilateral organization; any proposal to make additional resources available to the IMF or to increase the quota of any IMF
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HB-1573: IMF Reform and Integrity Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Bill Huizenga
Introduced In House on 03/16/2017
Expressing support to the Government of Argentina for its investigation into the terrorist bombing of the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aires on March 17, 1992. [HR-201]
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Expressing support to the Government of Argentina for its investigation into the terrorist bombing of the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aires on March 17, 1992. Calls on the U.S. government to assist the government of Argentina so that the perpetrators of the attacks on the Israeli embassy in Buenos Aires in 1992 and the Argentine-Israeli Mutual Association in Buenos Aires in 1994 may be brought to justice. Determines that such attacks constitute an affront to humanity and the values of civilized society and remind us that the international community
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HR-201: Expressing support to the Government of Argentina for its investigation into the terrorist bombing of the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aires on March 17, 1992.
Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. Markup Report Cq on 05/24/2017
You have voted HR-201: Expressing support to the Government of Argentina for its investigation into the terrorist bombing of the Embassy of Israel in Buenos Aires on March 17, 1992..
Great Lakes Fishery Research Authorization Act of 2017 [HB-1580]
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[International ]
[Public Lands and National Parks ]
[Agriculture ]
Great Lakes Fishery Research Authorization Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to conduct critical monitoring, scientific assessments, and research in support of fisheries within the Great Lakes Basin between the United States and Canada. In support of the fisheries within the Great Lakes Basin, the USGS Great Lakes Science Center shall: (1) execute a comprehensive, multi-lake, freshwater fisheries science program; (2) work cooperatively with regional, state, tribal, and local governments; and (3) consult with interested
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HB-1580: Great Lakes Fishery Research Authorization Act of 2017
Sponsored by: Rep. James Langevin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Water, Power And Oceans. on 03/27/2017
SR-87: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the ongoing conflict in Syria as it reaches its six-year mark in March, the ensuing humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, the resulting humanitarian and national security challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis.
Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S1847; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1846-1847) on 03/15/2017
You have voted SR-87: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the ongoing conflict in Syria as it reaches its six-year mark in March, the ensuing humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, the resulting humanitarian and national security challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis..
Relating to efforts to respond to the famine in South Sudan. [HR-187]
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[Trade ]
Relating to efforts to respond to the famine in South Sudan. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the U.S. Agency for International Development should: (1) continue to provide immediate and robust assistance to respond to the famine in South Sudan by providing food and other essential resources and to collaborate with international relief organizations to reach vulnerable populations, and (2) be encouraged to continue to provide needed and locally appropriate food aid through the Food for Peace and Emergency Food Security Programs.
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HR-187: Relating to efforts to respond to the famine in South Sudan.
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee
Debate - The House Proceeded With Forty Minutes Of Debate On H. Res. 187. on 04/25/2017
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China. [SR-83]
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[Crime ]
[Public Health ]
[Overdose Prevention ]
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[National Security ]
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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. 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 have
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SR-83: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China.
Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1848-1849) on 03/15/2017
You have voted SR-83: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the trafficking of illicit fentanyl into the United States from Mexico and China..
End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act [HB-1415]
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[Public Health ]
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End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act This bill expands programs to address neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), which are infections caused by pathogens, including viruses, microbes, and helminths (parasitic worms), that disproportionately impact individuals living in extreme poverty, especially in developing countries. The NTDs Program of the U.S. Agency for International Development must incorporate specified priorities, including: (1) conducting monitoring and evaluation of program investments, (2) including morbidity management in treatment plans,
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HB-1415: End Neglected Tropical Diseases Act
Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Comstock
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 11/15/2017
A resolution designating March 3, 2017, as "World Wildlife Day". [SR-80]
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[Environmental ]
[International ]
A resolution designating March 3, 2017, as "World Wildlife Day". Designates March 3, 2017, as World Wildlife Day. Supports: (1) raising awareness of the benefits that wildlife provides to people and the threats facing wildlife around the world; and (2) escalating the fight against wildlife crime, such as wildlife trafficking. Commends efforts of the United States to mobilize the government in a coordinated, efficient, and effective manner for progress in the fight against wildlife crime. Encourages continued cooperation between the United States,
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SR-80: A resolution designating March 3, 2017, as "World Wildlife Day".
Sponsored by: Sen. Christopher Coons
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1583, S1585; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1583) on 03/02/2017
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate recognizing 3 years of Russian military aggression in Ukraine. [SR-78]
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[Human Rights ]
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate recognizing 3 years of Russian military aggression in Ukraine. Condemns continued Russian military intervention in Ukraine. Calls on: (1) the government of the Russian Federation to immediately cease all activity that seeks to normalize or recognize the Russian-backed rebel separatists in Eastern Ukraine; and (2) the U.S. government, U.S. allies in Europe, the United Nations, and international partners to continue to pressure the government of the Russian Federation to uphold its international obligations.
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SR-78: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate recognizing 3 years of Russian military aggression in Ukraine.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1582-1583) on 03/02/2017