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Commending the performance of the Special Operations Forces and a military working dog in the eradication of the terrorist leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. [HR-678]
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This resolution recognizes the value of military working dogs and specifically honors the military working dog assigned to the raid of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. It also honors and celebrates the actions of the U.S. Special Operations Forces on October 26, 2019.
Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney
Introduced In House on 11/01/2019
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Supply Our Soldiers Act of 2019 [HB-4976]
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Provides postal benefits to certain active duty service members. It directs the Department of Defense to provide for a program under which vouchers (used for postal-free mailings) are provided to members of the Armed Forces who are on active duty and who are either (1) serving in Iraq, Afghanistan, or another hostile fire area designated as eligible for hazardous duty pay; or (2) hospitalized at a military medical facility as a result of such service. The benefits program shall apply during FY2020-FY2025.
Sponsored by: Rep. James P. McGovern
Introduced In House on 11/01/2019
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Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Syrian Arab Republic that have not been authorized by Congress. [HCR-70]
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This concurrent resolution directs the President to remove the Armed Forces from hostilities in Syria within 30 days, except for forces engaged in operations authorized by Congress on September 18, 2001.
Sponsored by: Rep. Tulsi Gabbard
Introduced In House on 10/31/2019
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A resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis, and for other purposes. [SR-395]
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This resolution recognizes the 40th anniversary of the Iran Hostage Crisis. The resolution also honors the suffering of the hostages and sacrifices of those who attempted to rescue them.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 01/08/2020
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Urging the United Arab Emirates to immediately end any activities enabling money laundering in violation of United States sanctions against Iran. [HR-671]
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This resolution condemns the failure of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to counter money-laundering activities conducted to bypass U.S. sanctions on Iran and urges the UAE to resolve the shortcomings in its laws against money laundering.
Sponsored by: Rep. Emanuel Cleaver
Introduced In House on 10/31/2019
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A resolution honoring the members of the military and intelligence community who carried out the mission that killed Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, and for other purposes. [SR-394]
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This resolution declares that the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), represents a measure of justice and relief to the victims of ISIS. The resolution also commends the members of the Armed Forces and the intelligence community for their flawless plan and execution to capture or kill al-Baghdadi.
Sponsored by: Sen. Ted Cruz
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 10/31/2019
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A bill to require a report on the plan to secure the enduring defeat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria. [S.2755]
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Requires the President to report to Congress a strategy to secure the enduring defeat of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and Al Qaeda in the Middle East. The report shall contain certain elements including (1) a description of U.S. interests and long-term goals for Syria; and (2) an analysis of threats to U.S. interests from ISIS, Al Qaeda, Hezbollah, Russia, Iran, and non-state actors in the region.
Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Read The Second Time. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 281. on 10/31/2019
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Essential National Security Authorities Act for Fiscal Year 2020 [S.2731]
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A bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2020 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Sen. James M. Inhofe
Senate Vitiated Previous Reporting By Unanimous Consent. (cr S6512) on 11/12/2019
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Syrian Partner Protection Act [HB-4873]
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To provide for special immigrant status for Syrian Kurds and other Syrians who partnered with the United States Government in Syria, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by: Rep. James R. Langevin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 12/18/2019
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Stop UN Support for Assad Act of 2019 [HB-4868]
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Prohibits U.S. funding for United Nations (U.N.) programs in Syria unless the Department of State certifies that certain conditions are met. Specifically, no such funding may be provided unless the State Department certifies that any U.N. program in Syria with U.S. funding (1) is delivered impartially to the areas of greatest need; (2) does not directly provide material support to Syria's government or related entities; (3) adheres to human-rights-related requirements for U.N. suppliers; and (4) is vetted by an independent review mechanism, if the
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Sponsored by: Rep. Daniel T. Kildee
Introduced In House on 10/28/2019
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United States-Jordan Defense Cooperation Extension Act [HB-4862]
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Extends through 2024 arrangements that allow certain defense articles to be transferred to Jordan on an expedited basis. The bill also directs the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation to issue a call for proposals pursuing investment funds with a focus on Jordan.
Sponsored by: Rep. Gregory W. Meeks
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 10/30/2019
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EXPO Act of 2019 Expositions Provide Opportunities Act of 2019 [HB-4842]
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Authorizes the Department of State to provide funds for a pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Before providing such funds, the State Department shall notify Congress. The notification shall contain information on various related topics, including the source of such funds, an analysis of the human rights record of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and a certification that each entity receiving such funds is not (1) in violation of UAE labor laws, (2) utilizing a victim of trafficking, or (3) in violation of any applicable anti-corruption laws. The funds shall
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Sponsored by: Rep. Collin C. Peterson
Read The Second Time. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 291. on 11/06/2019
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Protecting Europe’s Energy Security Act of 2019 [HB-4818]
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Establishes sanctions related to the provision of vessels for the construction of Russian energy export pipelines. The Department of State must report to Congress (1) a list of vessels engaged in below sea-level pipe laying for the construction of Russian energy export pipelines, and (2) a list of foreign individuals and entities that provided or facilitated the provision of the vessels for such pipeline construction. The State Department shall impose property- and visa-blocking sanctions on (1) the identified foreign individuals and entities, and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Paul Mitchell
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Citizenship. on 11/15/2019
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Palestinian International Terrorism Support Prevention Act of 2019 [S.2680]
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Imposes sanctions targeting Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and any affiliate or successor groups. The President shall periodically report to Congress a list of each foreign person or instrumentality that knowingly assists, provides significant support or services to, or is involved in a significant transaction with a senior member or supporter of any of the targeted groups. The President shall impose two or more sanctions on the named persons. Specifically, such a person may be (1) denied credit and services from the Export-Import Bank, (2)
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 10/23/2019
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2019, as a national day of remembrance of the tragic terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983. [SR-374]
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This resolution expresses support for the designation of a national day of remembrance on October 23, 2019, for members of the U.S. Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.
Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Referred To The Committee On Armed Services. on 10/23/2019
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A joint resolution expressing the sense of Congress on the precipitous withdrawal of United States Armed Forces from Syria and Afghanistan, and Turkey's unprovoked incursion into Syria. [SJR-59]
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This joint resolution condemns Turkey's hostilities against Kurdish forces in northeastern Syria and expresses support for a continued U.S. military presence in Syria, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Specifically, the joint resolution (1) calls on the U.S. government to pressure Turkey to curtail its hostilities against U.S. partner forces in Syria; (2) calls on the U.S. government and other nations to continue supporting, or to increase support for, stabilization efforts in northeastern Syria; (3) warns that a precipitous withdrawal of U.S. forces from
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Read The Second Time. Placed On Senate Legislative Calendar Under General Orders. Calendar No. 259. on 10/23/2019
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Saudi Fugitive Declassification Act of 2019 [S.2635]
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Directs the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in coordination with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, to declassify information relating to whether Saudi Arabia assisted a citizen or national of Saudi Arabia in departing the United States while the citizen or national was awaiting a trial or sentencing for a criminal offense.
Sponsored by: Sen. Ron Wyden
Message On Senate Action Sent To The House. on 10/21/2019
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A resolution acknowledging the Kurds' vital role in stopping the spread of ISIS militants in the Middle East, and for other purposes. [SR-361]
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This resolution acknowledges the importance of the Kurds in stopping the spread of Islamic State (ISIS) militants in Syria and the surrounding region. The resolution also states that the United States must continue its leading role in promoting peace in the Middle East and fighting against terrorist groups.
Sponsored by: Sen. Marco Rubio
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 10/17/2019
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Promoting American National Security and Preventing the Resurgence of ISIS Act of 2019 [S.2641]
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Requires the Department of State to develop a strategy to prevent the resurgence of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), authorizes humanitarian assistance for Syrian civilians, restricts arms sales to Turkey, and imposes sanctions against Turkey and Russia. As part of the strategy to prevent the resurgence of ISIS, the bill requires the State Department to report on (1) the Turkish incursion into Syria; (2) Turkey's participation in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization; (3) the estimated net worth of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan;
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Risch With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. Without Written Report. on 12/12/2019
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Syrian Allies Protection Act [S.2625]
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Authorizes the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide certain Syrian nationals with special immigrant status. To qualify, a Syrian national must (1) have worked directly with the Armed Forces in a role that was vital to the success of the U.S. military mission in Syria for at least six months during a specified time period, (2) have a favorable written recommendation from a general or flag officer in the chain of command of the unit that the alien was supporting, and (3) pass a background check. The spouse or child of a qualifying alien
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 10/17/2019