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A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. [SR-578]
This resolution condemns Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the international covenants on human rights. Further, it calls on Iran to immediately release all imprisoned or detained Baha'is, and it urges the President and the Department of State to impose sanctions on Iranian officials and others who are responsible for serious human rights abuses, including abuses against Iran's Baha'i community.
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EMPIL-DOC Act Expanding Medical Partnerships with Israel to Lessen Dependence On China Act [S.3722]
Authorizes a bilateral grant program with Israel to develop health technologies, with an emphasis on the use of technology, personalized medicine, and data in relation to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). Technologies to be developed through this program include, among others, artificial intelligence, respiratory assist devices, and diagnostic tests. In addition, the program conditions funding on a matching contribution from the government of Israel.
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Stop Sending American Taxpayer Money To Governments Controlled By Terrorists Act of 2020 [S.3691]
Prohibits the U.S. government from providing assistance to any Lebanese government (1) of which Hezbollah is a member; (2) over which Hezbollah exercises undue influence; or (3) in which a ministry, agency, or instrumentality of that government is controlled by Hezbollah.
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The Heroes Act [HB-6800]
Responds to the COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak and its impact on the economy, public health, state and local governments, individuals, and businesses. Among other things, the bill provides FY2020 emergency supplemental appropriations to federal agencies; provides payments and other assistance to state, local, tribal, and territorial governments; provides additional direct payments of up to $1,200 per individual; expands paid sick days, family and medical leave, unemployment compensation, nutrition and food assistance programs,
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EMPIL–DOC Act Expanding Medical Partnerships with Israel to Lessen Dependence on China Act [HB-6829]
Authorizes a bilateral grant program with Israel to develop health technologies, with an emphasis on the use of technology, personalized medicine, and data in relation to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). Technologies to be developed through this program include, among others, artificial intelligence, respiratory assist devices, and diagnostic tests. In addition, the program conditions funding on a matching contribution from the government of Israel.
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A resolution opposing and condemning the potential prosecution of United States and Israeli nationals by the International Criminal Court. [SR-570]
This resolution opposes and condemns the potential prosecution of U.S. and Israeli nationals by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Further, it declares that it should be U.S. policy to pursue a resolution by the United Nations Security Council prohibiting the ICC from prosecuting nationals of states, such as the United States and Israel, that are not parties to the treaty establishing the ICC.
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A bill to take certain actions in response to Saudi Arabia's aggression towards the United States petroleum industry. [S.3687]
Directs the President to withdraw all U.S. Armed Forces from Saudi Arabia, prohibits the use of funds to maintain the presence of U.S. Armed Forces in Saudi Arabia, and requires the President to impose an import tariff on petroleum or any petroleum-related product or byproduct from Saudi Arabia to ensure that the price of such goods is not less than $40 per barrel.
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COVID–19 International Response and Recovery Act of 2020 [S.3669]
A bill to respond to the global COVID-19 pandemic, and for other purposes.
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America Stands with Israel Act [HB-4156]
Authorizes the President to introduce U.S. Armed Forces into hostilities or to direct immediate transfer of defense articles or services to ensure the survival of Israel and its people from an existing or imminent threat.
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U.S.-Israel Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Act [S.2309]
Requires the Department of State to report on the potential benefits and impact of establishing a joint U.S.-Israel Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to leverage the knowledge of institutions and entities for the purposes of cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure.
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William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 [HB-6395]
Authorizes FY2021 appropriations and sets forth policies for Department of Defense (DOD) programs and activities, including military personnel strengths. It does not provide budget authority, which is provided in subsequent appropriations legislation. The bill authorizes appropriations to DOD for Procurement, including aircraft, weapons and tracked combat vehicles, shipbuilding and conversion, and missiles; Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation; Operation and Maintenance; Working Capital Funds; Chemical Agents and Munitions Destruction; Drug
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Strained Partnership Act [S.3572]
Requires the removal of all U.S. Armed Forces and equipment from Saudi Arabia and the relocation of specified equipment to another location or locations in the Middle East.
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Calling on the United Arab Emirates to immediately end any form of human rights violations against political prisoners and prisoners of free speech, and for other purposes. [HR-524]
This resolution calls on the United Arab Emirates to immediately end all human rights violations, including the torture of prisoners in Yemen, and to indict individuals involved in such war crimes.
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Block Iranian Access to U.S. Banks Act of 2020 [HB-6243]
Temporarily prohibits the Department of the Treasury from authorizing a U.S. financial institution to provide financial services, directly or indirectly, to Iran. The President may waive this prohibition after issuing a report that such financial services are (1) required solely for the provision of medicines, medical equipment, agricultural commodities or humanitarian assistance benefitting the people of Iran; or (2) not provided in connection with a foreign person that engages in sanctionable activities.
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A resolution supporting the rights of the people of Iran to determine their future, condemning the Iranian regime for its crackdown on legitimate protests, and for other purposes. [SR-539]
This resolution (1) expresses the Senate's support for the rights of the people of Iran to peacefully assemble and engage in legitimate protest; (2) condemns the Iranian regime's human rights abuses, repression of peaceful protests, and actions related to the downing of Ukrainian International Airlines Flight 752; and (3) calls on domestic and foreign governments, institutions, and other stakeholders to support the ability of Iranians to live in a free and open society.
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U.S.-Africa Strategic Security Act [HB-6089]
Prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD), absent a report that addresses specified issues, from using FY2020 funds to reduce the number of U.S. Armed Forces deployed to the U.S. Africa Command Area of responsibility. Specifically, DOD must report on issues including U.S. political and military strategies in the region and the potential effects of a withdrawal.
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Holding Iranian Leaders Accountable Act of 2020 [HB-6081]
Requires the President to report on the estimated total funds held in domestic and international financial institutions by certain Iranian leaders, and it requires the Department of the Treasury to brief Congress on any illicit or corrupt means employed to acquire or use such funds.
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Stop Evasion of Iran Sanctions Act of 2020 [HB-6015]
To authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to require special measures for domestic financial institutions in connection with INSTEX, and for other purposes.
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Expressing support for the designation of February 28, as "Desert Storm Veterans Day". [HR-876]
This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for the designation of Desert Storm Veterans Day to honor and recognize the contributions of the veterans who served in Operation Desert Storm. The resolution also encourages state and local governments to designate a Desert Storm Veterans Day. The resolution supports the expeditious handling of claims by the Department of Veterans Affairs for Desert Storm veterans and urges that these veterans continue to receive high quality medical treatment for ailments associated with their
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A resolution calling upon the United Nations Security Council to adopt a resolution on Iran that extends the dates by which Annex B restrictions under Resolution 2231 are currently set to expire. [SR-509]
This resolution calls upon the United Nations Security Council to extend certain expiring restrictions placed on Iran and on arms technology suppliers to Iran, including an export ban prohibiting Iran from exporting weapons and an embargo preventing the sale of arms to Iran.