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A resolution condemning the murder of Boris Nemtsov, and for other purposes. [SR-96]
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A resolution condemning the murder of Boris Nemtsov, and for other purposes. Condemns the murder of Boris Nemtsov, an advocate for reform and human rights in the Russian Federation, and the assassinations of other human rights and democracy activists in the Russian Federation since President Vladimir Putin came to office. Calls on the Government of Russia to: (1) support and facilitate an independent inquiry into the murder; (2) release all political prisoners and end the ongoing harassment of political opponents, human rights activists, and journalists;
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Sponsored by: Sen. John McCain
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1307-1308) on 03/04/2015
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A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. [SR-432]
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A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. Condemns the: killings of peaceful protesters and excessive use of force by Ethiopian security forces; arrest of journalists, students, activists and political leaders who exercise their constitutional rights to freedom of assembly and expression through peaceful protests; and abuse of the Anti-Terrorism Proclamation to stifle political and civil dissent and journalistic freedoms. Urges protesters in Ethiopia to refrain from violence. Calls on the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker Without Amendment And With A Preamble. Without Written Report. on 06/28/2016
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A resolution condemning the terrorist attacks in Paris, offering condolences to the families of the victims, expressing solidarity with the people of France, and reaffirming fundamental freedom of expression. [SR-29]
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A resolution condemning the terrorist attacks in Paris, offering condolences to the families of the victims, expressing solidarity with the people of France, and reaffirming fundamental freedom of expression. Condemns the terrorist attacks and murders at the French newspaper Charlie Hebdo and the kosher market Hyper Cacher in Paris. Expresses: (1) condolences to the families of the victims and to the Republic of France; and (2) solidarity with the people of the Republic of France, and pays tribute to our shared values, ideals, and liberties, including
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Sponsored by: Sen. Jeff Flake
Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S300; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S290-291) on 01/20/2015
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A resolution to support the empowerment of women and urge countries to #FreeThe20. [SR-262]
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[Race and Civil Rights ]
A resolution to support the empowerment of women and urge countries to #FreeThe20. Recognizes: (1) the 20th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, as well as the September 2015 conference at the United Nations to empower women; and (2) that many women will not be able to participate in the dialogue about such conference because they are imprisoned. Reiterates support for efforts to empower women and secure universal human rights for women. Welcomes the release of Ta Phong Tan of Vietnam on September 19, 2015, and calls for
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Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S6898-6899) on 09/22/2015
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A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance. [SR-207]
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A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance. Commemorates World Press Freedom Day by commending journalists like Mazen Darwish and others around the world for the vital role they play in supporting democratic societies, promoting government accountability, and strengthening civil society. Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Measure Laid Before Senate By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8500-8501) on 12/08/2015
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A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance. [SR-152]
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A resolution recognizing threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world and reaffirming freedom of the press as a priority in efforts of the United States Government to promote democracy and good governance. Expresses concern about the threats to freedom of the press and expression around the world following World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2015. Commends journalists and media workers for promoting government accountability, defending democratic activity, and strengthening civil society. Pays tribute to journalists who have lost
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2480) on 04/28/2015
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A resolution providing for free and fair elections in Burma. [SR-116]
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A resolution providing for free and fair elections in Burma. Endorses specified prerequisites for free and fair general elections in Burma. Calls upon the President and the Secretary of State to: support efforts to reform the 2008 Constitution of Burma in a manner that promotes democratic development and safeguards against military interference; support free and fair elections in Burma; express solidarity with the United Nations special mechanisms that are investigating violations of human rights violations in Burma, and concern regarding the government
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2050-2052) on 03/26/2015
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A concurrent resolution honoring Vincent Edward "Vin" Scully, the United States baseball broadcaster who has magnificently served as the play-by-play announcer for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers for 67 Major League Baseball seasons since 1950. [SCR-52]
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A concurrent resolution honoring Vincent Edward "Vin" Scully, the United States baseball broadcaster who has magnificently served as the play-by-play announcer for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers for 67 Major League Baseball seasons since 1950. Honors the life and career of Vincent Edward "Vin" Scully, the long-time announcer for the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. (sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure: Cr S6243-6244; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S6243-6244) on 09/28/2016
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A concurrent resolution stating the policy of the United States regarding the release of United States citizens in Iran. [SCR-16]
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A concurrent resolution stating the policy of the United States regarding the release of United States citizens in Iran. States that it is U.S. policy that: (1) the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran should immediately release Saeed Abedini, Amir Hekmati, and Jason Rezaian, and cooperate with the U.S. government to locate and return Robert Levinson; and (2) the U.S. government should undertake every effort using every diplomatic tool at its disposal to secure their release.
Sponsored by: Sen. Susan M. Collins
Referred To The Subcommittee On Middle East And North Africa. on 05/20/2015
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A concurrent resolution providing that the President may not provide sanctions relief to Iran until certain United States citizens are released from Iran. [SCR-14]
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A concurrent resolution providing that the President may not provide sanctions relief to Iran until certain United States citizens are released from Iran. Prohibits the President from waiving, suspending, or providing relief from the application of statutory sanctions against Iran under any provision of law, or refraining from applying any such sanctions pursuant to an agreement with Iran relating to Iran's nuclear program, until the government of Iran releases to the United States the following U.S. citizens: Saeed Abedini who has been detained
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Sponsored by: Sen. James E. Risch
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2583) on 04/30/2015
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Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017 [S.2956]
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Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017 Provides FY2017 appropriations to the Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and related agencies. TITLE I--AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS Provides appropriations for the following agricultural programs and services: the Office of the Secretary; Executive Operations; the Office of the Chief Information Officer; the Office of the Chief Financial Officer; the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights; the Office
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Sponsored by: Sen. Jerry Moran
Committee On Appropriations. Original Measure Reported To Senate By Senator Moran. With Written Report No. 114-259. on 05/19/2016
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Iran Terrorism and Human Rights Sanctions Act of 2016 [S.2726]
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[National Security ]
Iran Terrorism and Human Rights Sanctions Act of 2016 This bill prescribes requirements for mandatory sanctions with respect to: Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and entities it owns in whole or in part, Mahan Air, Iran's support of terrorism, Iran's human rights abuses, certain Iranian individuals, persons who conduct transactions with or on behalf of certain Iranian individuals, and financial institutions that engage in certain transactions on behalf of persons involved in human rights abuses or that export sensitive technology to Iran.
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Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/17/2016
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Countering Information Warfare Act of 2016 [S.2692]
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Countering Information Warfare Act of 2016 This bill expresses the sense of Congress that: foreign governments, including the governments of the Russian Federation and China, use disinformation and other propaganda tools to undermine the national security objectives of the United States and key allies and partners; the U.S. government should develop a comprehensive strategy to counter foreign disinformation and propaganda and assert leadership in developing a fact-based strategic narrative; and an important element of this strategy should be to
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Sponsored by: Sen. Rob Portman
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/16/2016
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Vietnam Human Rights Act of 2016 [S.2632]
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Vietnam Human Rights Act of 2016 This bill prohibits U.S. nonhumanitarian assistance in excess of FY2014 amounts to the government of Vietnam, or to any organization working within Vietnam under an agreement with an entity, agency, or organization of the government of Vietnam, unless the President certifies to Congress that the government of Vietnam has made substantial progress respecting political, civil, media, Internet, and religious freedoms, minority rights, access to U.S. refugee programs, and actions to end trafficking in persons and the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Thom Tillis
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 03/03/2016
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North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act of 2015 [S.2144]
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North Korea Sanctions and Policy Enhancement Act of 2015 Directs the President to investigate information of sanctionable activities involving North Korea and to designate and apply sanctions with respect to any person that knowingly: imported, exported, or reexported to or from North Korea any goods, services, or technology controlled for export by the United States due to their use for weapons of mass destruction and materially contributing to the use, development, production, or acquisition by any persons of a nuclear, radiological, chemical,
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Sponsored by: Sen. Shelley Moore Capito
Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 10/06/2015
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Afghanistan Accountability Act of 2015 [S.1875]
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Afghanistan Accountability Act of 2015 TITLE I--EFFECTIVE AFGHANISTAN ASSISTANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY (Sec. 102) This bill expresses the sense of Congress with respect to U.S. assistance and accountability in Afghanistan, including that: the National Unity Government of Afghanistan has made a substantial commitment to reform that should be supported but also subject to heightened scrutiny by the Afghan people and international donors; the international community should work closely with the new government in supporting development priorities; the
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Received In The House. on 04/29/2016
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Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 [S.1705]
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Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2016 TITLE I--INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES (Sec. 101) Authorizes FY2016 appropriations for the conduct of intelligence and intelligence-related activities of: (1) the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI); (2) the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA); (3) the Department of Defense (DOD); (4) the Defense Intelligence Agency; (5) the National Security Agency; (6) the Departments of the Army, the Navy, and the Air Force; (7) the Coast Guard; (8) the Departments of State, the Treasury, Energy (DOE),
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Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Burr
By Senator Burr From Select Committee On Intelligence Filed Written Report. Report No. 114-83. Additional Views Filed. on 07/16/2015
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Emergency Information Improvement Act of 2015 [S.1090]
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[Disaster Relief ]
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Emergency Information Improvement Act of 2015 (Sec. 2) Amends the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act to include broadcasting facilities within the definition of a "private nonprofit facility" that provides essential services of a governmental nature to the general public, and to include broadcast and telecommunications within the definition of "critical services" provided by such a facility, for purposes of eligibility for certain disaster assistance.
Sponsored by: Sen. Cory A. Booker
Became Public Law No: 114-111. (txt | Pdf) on 12/18/2015
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Supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. [HR-861]
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Supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia. Condemns: (1) the killing of peaceful protesters and excessive use of force by Ethiopian security forces; (2) the detention of journalists, students, activists and political leaders who exercise their constitutional rights to freedom of assembly and expression through peaceful protests; and (3) the abuse of the Anti-Terrorism Proclamation to stifle political and civil dissent and journalistic freedoms. Urges protesters in Ethiopia to refrain from violence. Calls
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Introduced In House on 09/12/2016
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Urging respect for the constitution of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the democratic transition of power in 2016. [HR-780]
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Urging respect for the constitution of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the democratic transition of power in 2016. The United States should impose sanctions on government officials of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) who impede progress toward a democratic transition through credible elections that respect the will of the DRC people. Sanctions should target core figures in President Kabila's government for visa denials and asset freezes. Economic and security assistance should be reviewed for possible termination, while preserving
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Sponsored by: Rep. James P. McGovern
Mr. Royce Moved To Suspend The Rules And Agree To The Resolution, As Amended. on 11/15/2016