Sovereignty, Recognition, National Governance And Status

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Objecting to the United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/ES-10/19, which criticizes the United States' recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of the State of Israel. [HR-684] [International ] [Human Rights ] [National Security ]
Objecting to the United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/ES-10/19, which criticizes the United States' recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of the State of Israel. Affirms the President's December 6, 2017, proclamation recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and announcing the relocation of the U.S. Embassy to Israel as soon as practicable. Opposes and calls for the repeal of United Nations General Assembly Resolution A/RES/ES-10/19 of December 21, 2017, which criticizes U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the Israeli capital. Reaffirms (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Thomas Suozzi Introduced In House on 01/11/2018

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Reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States of America and the country of Georgia. [HR-576] [International ] [Trade ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ] [Military ]
Reaffirming the strategic partnership between the United States of America and the country of Georgia. Reaffirms U.S. support for the government of Georgia, its people, and its membership in NATO. Honors the sacrifices of Georgian servicemembers and their families in the cause of freedom. Supports Georgia's commitment to: (1) a peaceful resolution to the dispute with Russia; and (2) institutional reforms, freedom, territorial independence, and integration into Euro-Atlantic institutions. Calls for the end of Russia's occupation of Georgian sovereign (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 11/29/2017

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No Assistance for Assad Act [HB-4681] [International ] [Human Rights ] [National Security ] [Military ]
No Assistance for Assad Act This bill prohibits FY2018-FY2022 reconstruction or stabilization assistance from being provided for any area of Syria controlled by the Syrian government or associated forces unless the President certifies that the Syrian government has stopped attacking civilians and is making progress in areas such as human rights, complying with international obligations, ending missile development and deployment, and refugee repatriation. The President shall recertify whether such conditions are being met every 90 days. Such prohibition (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 04/25/2018

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Iran Freedom Policy and Sanctions Act [HB-4821] [International ] [National Security ] [Trade ]
Iran Freedom Policy and Sanctions Act

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ryan Costello Referred To The Subcommittee On Trade. on 01/23/2018

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Expressing the sense of Congress on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of independence of Czechoslovakia, the 25th anniversary of the independence of the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic, and reaffirming the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic. [HCR-99] [International ] [Defense ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ]
Expressing the sense of Congress on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of independence of Czechoslovakia, the 25th anniversary of the independence of the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic, and reaffirming the bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic. Recognizes: (1) the 100th anniversary of the proclamation of independence of Czechoslovakia, as well as the 25th anniversary of the independence of the Czech Republic and the Slovak Republic; and (2) the (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Janice Schakowsky Introduced In House on 01/19/2018

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Burma Human Rights and Freedom Act of 2018 [S.2060] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Trade ] [Funding ] [Economic Development ]
Burma Human Rights and Freedom Act of 2018 This bill authorizes assistance to victims of the military's ethnic cleansing campaign targeting the Rohingya people in Rakhine State, Burma (Myanmar), as well as technical assistance to investigate and prosecute crimes related to ethnic cleansing in Rakhine State. The bill imposes restrictions on international financial institution assistance, security cooperation, and trade. It calls on the President to determine whether specified individuals should be included in the list of specially designated nationals (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. Without Written Report. on 02/12/2018

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A resolution urging the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to fulfill its agreement to hold credible elections, comply with constitutional limits on presidential terms, and fulfill its constitutional mandate for a democratic transition of power by taking concrete and measurable steps towards holding elections not later than December 2018 as outlined in the existing election calendar, and allowing for freedom of expression and association. [SR-386] [Elections ] [Human Rights ] [International ]
A resolution urging the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to fulfill its agreement to hold credible elections, comply with constitutional limits on presidential terms, and fulfill its constitutional mandate for a democratic transition of power by taking concrete and measurable steps towards holding elections not later than December 2018 as outlined in the existing election calendar, and allowing for freedom of expression and association. Expresses concern that: (1) the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo failed to (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Voice Vote. on 07/16/2018

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Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act [S.2365] [Human Rights ] [International ] [National Security ]
Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act This bill directs the President to identify and impose sanctions against senior members of the government of Iran and other persons who are responsible for or complicit in committing serious human rights violations, or engaging in censorship, the diversion of goods intended for the people of Iran, or public corruption. The President shall identify and impose U.S. entry and financial sanctions against persons who are responsible for or complicit in the politically-motivated intimidation, detention, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 01/30/2018

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Cambodia Accountability and Return on Investment Act of 2018 [S.2412] [International ] [Human Rights ]
Cambodia Accountability and Return on Investment Act of 2018

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Edward Markey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 02/08/2018

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A resolution calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and illegal occupation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. [SR-402] [Cybersecurity ] [International ] [National Security ] [Elections ]
A resolution calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and illegal occupation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. Calls for: (1) the President, the Department of the Treasury, and the Department of State to impose sanctions with respect to activities of the Russian Federation undermining cybersecurity, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Cory Booker Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S876-878) on 02/12/2018

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A resolution commemorating the 59th anniversary of Tibet's 1959 uprising as "Tibetan Rights Day", and expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community. [SR-408] [Human Rights ] [Religion ] [International ]
A resolution commemorating the 59th anniversary of Tibet's 1959 uprising as "Tibetan Rights Day", and expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community. Recognizes March 10, 2018, as Tibetan Rights Day and calls on the Department of State to fully implement the provisions of the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1167-1168) on 02/15/2018

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A resolution recognizing the critical work of human rights defenders in promoting human rights, the rule of law, democracy, and good governance. [SR-407] [Human Rights ] [International ]
A resolution recognizing the critical work of human rights defenders in promoting human rights, the rule of law, democracy, and good governance. Commends human rights defenders for their critical work, condemns threats to them, and welcomes the imposition of sanctions by the President on December 21, 2017, and under the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, with respect to human rights abusers and corrupt actors.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1166-1167) on 02/15/2018

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Expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community, and for the designation of a "Tibetan Rights Day". [HR-743] [Human Rights ] [Religion ] [International ]
Expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community, and for the designation of a "Tibetan Rights Day". Supports the designation of a Tibetan Rights Day and calls on the Department of State to fully implement the provisions of the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. James McGovern Introduced In House on 02/16/2018

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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for Moldova's territorial integrity. [HR-745] [International ] [Trade ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ]
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to enhanced relations with the Republic of Moldova and support for Moldova's territorial integrity. Reaffirms that it is U.S. policy to support the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Moldova. Supports the Strategic Dialogue as a means to strengthen U.S.-Moldova relations and enhance Moldova's democratic, economic, and security reforms. Encourages enhanced U.S. partnerships with Moldova's government, private sector, and civil society and a focus of U.S. assistance (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Steve Russell Introduced In House on 02/20/2018

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Calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and forcible and illegal annexation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. [HR-749] [Cybersecurity ] [International ] [National Security ] [Elections ]
Calling upon the President to exercise relevant mandatory sanctions authorities under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act in response to the Government of the Russian Federation's continued aggression in Ukraine and forcible and illegal annexation of Crimea and assault on democratic institutions around the world, including through cyber attacks. Calls for: (1) the President, the Department of the Treasury, and the Department of State to impose sanctions with respect to activities of the Russian Federation undermining cybersecurity, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Introduced In House on 02/26/2018

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A resolution condemning the continued undemocratic measures by the Government of Venezuela to undermine the independence of democratic institutions and calling for a free and fair electoral process. [SR-414] [International ] [Human Rights ] [Elections ]
A resolution condemning the continued undemocratic measures by the Government of Venezuela to undermine the independence of democratic institutions and calling for a free and fair electoral process. Calls on the Venezuelan government to postpone the presidential election and any concurrent National Assembly, state legislative council, or municipal council elections scheduled for April 22, 2018, until: (1) credible election observers are allowed to observe the electoral process; (2) the National Electoral Council is led by trusted nonpartisan members; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1251-1252) on 02/27/2018

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PACED Act Preserving Access to Cost Effective Drugs Act [S.2514] [Pharmaceuticals ] [Healthcare ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Trade ] [Science ] [Native American Affairs ]
PACED Act Preserving Access to Cost Effective Drugs Act This bill prohibits patent owners from asserting tribal sovereign immunity as a defense in certain proceedings before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, including patent validity challenge proceedings before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The prohibition also applies to court actions and proceedings before the International Trade Commission. Sovereign immunity for foreign states shall apply in the PTAB as it applies in federal court.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Claire McCaskill Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 03/07/2018

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Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act [HB-4744] [Human Rights ] [International ] [National Security ]
Iran Human Rights and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act This bill directs the President to identify and impose sanctions against senior members of the government of Iran and other persons who are responsible for or complicit in committing serious human rights violations, or engaging in censorship, the diversion of goods intended for the people of Iran, or public corruption. The President shall identify and impose U.S. entry and financial sanctions against persons who are responsible for or complicit in the politically-motivated intimidation, detention, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/07/2018

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A resolution commemorating the 59th anniversary of Tibet's 1959 uprising as "Tibetan Rights Day", and expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community. [SR-429] [Human Rights ] [Religion ] [International ]
A resolution commemorating the 59th anniversary of Tibet's 1959 uprising as "Tibetan Rights Day", and expressing support for the human rights and religious freedom of the Tibetan people and the Tibetan Buddhist faith community. Recognizes March 10, 2018, as Tibetan Rights Day and calls on the Department of State to fully implement the provisions of the Tibetan Policy Act of 2002.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S2442) on 04/25/2018

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine. [SR-435] [Human Rights ] [International ]
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine of 1932-1933, known as the Holodomor, should serve as a reminder of repressive Soviet policies against the people of Ukraine. Recognizes the 85th anniversary of the Ukrainian Famine (Holodomor) of 1932-1933 and extends sympathies to the victims, survivors, and families of that tragedy. Encourages dissemination of information regarding the famine. Condemns the systematic violations of human rights of the Ukrainian people by the Soviet government. Recognizes (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Unanimous Consent. on 10/03/2018

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