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Prohibiting Assistance to Nuclear Iran Act [HB-3273]
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Prohibiting Assistance to Nuclear Iran Act This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to provide Iran with assistance (including the use of the U.S. Armed Forces) to develop, use, or protect any technology or other assets of its nuclear program. The President may waive such prohibition on a case-by-case basis if: (1) the President submits to Congress a certification that it is necessary to U.S. national interests to do so, and (2) Congress enacts a joint resolution approving such certification within five days of its submission.
Sponsored by: Rep. Scott Garrett
Introduced In House on 07/29/2015
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To grant authority to the President to detain non-diplomatic officials of the Government of Iran in the United States and non-diplomatic officials of the Government of Iran in certain other countries until all United States citizens held by the Government of Iran are released and returned to the United States, and for other purposes. [HB-3259]
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To grant authority to the President to detain non-diplomatic officials of the Government of Iran in the United States and non-diplomatic officials of the Government of Iran in certain other countries until all United States citizens held by the Government of Iran are released and returned to the United States, and for other purposes. This bill states that Iran is unjustly holding at least three U.S. citizens, Jason Rezaian, Saeed Abedini, and Amir Hekmati, and possibly Robert Levinson, as hostages. The President is authorized to take necessary action
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Sponsored by: Rep. Dana Rohrabacher
Introduced In House on 07/28/2015
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To prohibit statutory sanctions relief by the United States with respect to Iran unless the Senate provides its advice and consent to ratification of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. [HB-3199]
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To prohibit statutory sanctions relief by the United States with respect to Iran unless the Senate provides its advice and consent to ratification of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. This bill prohibits action involving any measure of statutory sanctions relief by the United States unless the Senate provides its advice and consent to ratification of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPA) under article II, section 2 of the U.S. Constitution. (The JCPA is the agreement signed at Vienna July 14, 2015, by Iran, China, France, Germany,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Dave Brat
Introduced In House on 07/23/2015
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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2016 [HB-2772]
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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2016 Provides FY2016 appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs. TITLE I--DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND RELATED AGENCY Provides appropriations to the Department of State for the Administration of Foreign Affairs, including: Diplomatic and Consular Programs; the Capital Investment Fund; the Office of Inspector General; Educational and Cultural Exchange Programs; Representation Expenses; Protection of Foreign Missions and Officials;
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Sponsored by: Rep. Kay Granger
The House Committee On Appropriations Reported An Original Measure, H. Rept. 114-154, By Ms. Granger. on 06/15/2015
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North Korea Sanctions and Diplomatic Nonrecognition Act of 2015 [HB-204]
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North Korea Sanctions and Diplomatic Nonrecognition Act of 2015 Continues diplomatic, economic, and military sanctions against the government of North Korea as a supporter of international terrorism until the President certifies to Congress that North Korea: is no longer engaged in the illegal transfer of missile or nuclear technology, particularly to Iran, Syria, or Burma; is not assisting foreign terrorist organizations, engaged in counterfeiting U.S. currency, or engaged in illicit narcotics traffic; has returned the last remains of Reverend
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Referred To The Subcommittee On Trade. on 03/30/2015
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Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 [HB-2029]
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Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016 (Sec. 3) Provides that references to "this Act" included in any division refer only to the provisions of the division unless the bill expressly provides otherwise. (Sec. 4) Provides that the explanatory statement printed in the Congressional Record regarding this bill has the same effect as a joint explanatory statement of a committee of conference. (Sec. 5) Provides that the sums in this bill are appropriated for FY2016. (Sec. 6) Provides that amounts designated
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Sponsored by: Rep. Charles Dent
Considered As Unfinished Business (consideration: Cr H10696) on 12/18/2015
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 [HB-1735]
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 (Sec. 3) Defines "congressional defense committees" as the House and Senate Armed Services and Appropriations Committees. (Sec. 4) Specifies procedures for determining the budgetary effects of this bill for compliance with the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act of 2010. DIVISION A--DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE AUTHORIZATIONS TITLE I--PROCUREMENT Subtitle A--Authorization of Appropriations (Sec. 101) Authorizes appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) for Procurement at the levels identified
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Sponsored by: Rep. Adam Smith
Vetoed By President. on 10/22/2015
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SISA Act Sanction Iran, Safeguard America Act of 2015 [HB-1540]
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SISA Act Sanction Iran, Safeguard America Act of 2015 Amends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, the Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2010, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, the Iran Threat Reduction and Syria Human Rights Act of 2012, and the Iran Freedom and Counter-Proliferation Act of 2012 to eliminate authority to waive sanctions relating to: transportation of crude oil from Iran; financial institutions that engage in certain transactions; the financial sector of Iran; persons that support
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Sponsored by: Rep. Trent Franks
Referred To The Subcommittee On Trade. on 04/07/2015
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Protecting Volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Responders Act [HB-1191]
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Protecting Volunteer Firefighters and Emergency Responders Act (Sec. 2) This bill amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to direct the President, within five days after reaching an agreement with Iran regarding Iran's nuclear program, to transmit to Congress: the text of the agreement and all related materials and annexes; a related verification assessment report of the Secretary of State; a certification that the agreement includes the appropriate terms, conditions, and duration of the agreement's requirements concerning Iran's nuclear activities,
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Sponsored by: Rep. H. Morgan Griffith
Became Public Law No: 114-17. (txt | Pdf) on 05/22/2015
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United States-Israel Common Defense Authorization Act [HB-8733]
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Requires the President to conduct a study of certain Israeli military requirements, and it authorizes the President to take certain actions to ensure that Israel is prepared for contingencies if Iran seeks to develop a nuclear weapon. Specifically, upon request from the government of Israel, the President may provide for the construction of certain infrastructure in Israel, store munitions in Israel or transfer them to Israel, train Israeli personnel with respect to munitions, or conduct joint research and development with Israel.
Sponsored by: Rep. Brian Mast
Introduced In House on 11/09/2020
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A resolution condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. [SR-75]
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Condemns Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Calls on Iran to release the 7 imprisoned leaders, the 12 imprisoned educators, and all other prisoners held solely on account of their religion. Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held solely on account of their religion. Urges the President and Secretary
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S9111-9114; Text Of Measure As Reported In Senate: Cr S9111-9113; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S9113-9114) on 12/20/2013
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A resolution strongly supporting the full implementation of United States and international sanctions on Iran and urging the President to continue to strengthen enforcement of sanctions legislation. [SR-65]
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States that Congress: reaffirms the long-standing bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel which enjoy bipartisan support in Congress and among the people of the United States; supports the close military, intelligence, and security cooperation that President Obama has pursued with Israel; condemns the statements and policies of the leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran threatening Israel's security and existence; recognizes the tremendous threat posed to the United States, the West, and Israel by Iran's pursuit
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S3736-3745; Text As Reported In Senate: Cr S3736-3737) on 05/22/2013
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on steps the Government of Iran must take before further bilateral negotiations between the Government of Iran and the United States Government occur. [SR-328]
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Expresses the sense of the Senate that before further U.S.-Iran bilateral negotiations occur Iran must release all U.S. citizens unjustly detained in Iran, and publicly affirm Israel's right to exist as a Jewish state.
Sponsored by: Sen. James Inhofe
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S30) on 01/06/2014
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A resolution urging the Government of Iran to fulfill their promises of assistance in this case of Robert Levinson, one of the longest held United States civilians in our Nation's history. [SR-312]
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Recognizes that Robert Levinson is one of the longest held U.S. civilians in our nation's history. Notes recent pledges by newly appointed Iranian officials to provide their government's assistance in the Robert Levinson case. Urges Iran, as a humanitarian gesture, to intensify its cooperation in the Levinson case and to share the results of its investigation with the United States. Urges the President and U.S. allies to continue to raise the Robert Levinson case with Iranian officials at every opportunity. Expresses sympathy to Robert Levinson's
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Sponsored by: Sen. Bill Nelson
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S259) on 01/09/2014
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A resolution calling on the Government of Iran to immediately release Saeed Abedini and all other individuals detained on account of their religious beliefs. [SR-284]
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Recognizes that freedom of religious belief and practice is a universal human right and a fundamental freedom of every individual, regardless of race, sex, country, creed, or nationality, and should never be arbitrarily abridged by any government. Recognizes that governments have a responsibility to protect the fundamental rights of their citizens. Calls on Iran to immediately release Saeed Abedini and all other individuals detained on account of their religious beliefs.
Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 11/14/2013
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on United States policy regarding possession of enrichment and reprocessing capabilities by the Islamic Republic of Iran. [SR-269]
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Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) it shall be U.S. policy to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon; (2) Iran does not have an inherent right to enrichment and reprocessing technologies under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons; (3) relief from U.S. sanctions should only be provided once Iran has abandoned its nuclear weapons program, including any enrichment or reprocessing capability, and has provided complete transparency to the International Atomic Energy Agency; and (4) Congress should move to pass a new
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Sponsored by: Sen. Chuck Grassley
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S7536-7537) on 10/16/2013
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on steps the Government of Iran must take before President Obama meets with the President of Iran. [SR-252]
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Expresses the sense of the Senate that President Obama should not engage in any meeting with President Rouhani before Iran: (1) affirms the right of Israel to exist as a Jewish state, and (2) releases all U.S. citizens unjustly detained as prisoners of conscience in Iran.
Sponsored by: Sen. James Inhofe
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S6754-6755) on 09/24/2013
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A resolution calling for free and fair elections in Iran, and for other purposes. [SR-154]
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Recalls Senate Resolution 386, 112th Congress, which called for free and fair elections in Iran. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to democracy, human rights, civil liberties, and the rule of law, including the universal rights of freedom of assembly, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, and freedom of association. Supports: (1) freedom, human rights, civil liberties, free elections, and rule of law in Iran; and (2) the people of Iran in their peaceful calls for a democratic government. Condemns the widespread human rights violations of the Islamic
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations Discharged By Unanimous Consent. on 06/13/2013
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Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons [SJR-21]
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Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons - (Sec. 2) Authorizes the President, subject to a determination that force is necessary, to use the U.S. Armed Forces in a limited manner against military targets in Syria only to: (1) respond to the government of Syria's use of weapons of mass destruction in the conflict in Syria, (2) deter Syria's use of such weapons in order to protect U.S. national security interests and U.S. allies and partners, (3) degrade Syria's capacity to use
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez
Motion To Proceed To Consideration Of Measure Made In Senate. (consideration: Cr S6301-6304, S6307-6312, S6312-6321) on 09/10/2013
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An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2014, revising the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal year 2013, and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2015 through 2023. [SCR-8]
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Sets forth the congressional budget for the federal government for FY2013, including the appropriate budgetary levels for FY2015-FY2023. Title I: Recommended Levels and Amounts - (Sec. 101) Lists recommended budgetary levels and amounts for FY2013-FY2023 with respect to: (1) federal revenues, (2) new budget authority, (3) budget outlays, (4) deficits, (5) public debt, and (6) debt held by the public. (Sec. 102) Lists the appropriate levels of new budget authority, outlays, and administrative expenses for the Social Security Administration (SSA),
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Sponsored by: Sen. Patty Murray
Conference Held. on 11/13/2013