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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2013 [S.3241] [International ] [Budget and Spending ] [Trade ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ] [Funding ] [Grants ]
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2013 - Title I: Department of State and Related Agency - Makes FY2013 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: (1) administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic and consular programs; (2) the Capital Investment Fund; (3) the Office of Inspector General; (4) educational and cultural exchange programs; (5) representation allowances; (6) protection of foreign missions and officials; (7) U.S. embassy security, construction, and maintenance; (8) emergencies (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Patrick Leahy Committee On Appropriations. Original Measure Reported To Senate By Senator Leahy. With Written Report No. 112-172. on 05/24/2012

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Safeguarding United States Satellite Leadership and Security Act of 2012 [S.3211] [National Security ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Trade ] [Aerospace ] [Defense ] [Science ] [Cybersecurity ] [International ]
Safeguarding United States Satellite Leadership and Security Act of 2012 - Authorizes the President to determine the appropriate export controls of satellites and related items and transfer them, based on national security and foreign policy objectives, from the jurisdiction of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to the Export Administration Regulations. Prohibits the transfer, directly or indirectly, of satellites or related items to, or the launch of such items in, the People's Republic of China (PRC). Prohibits the transfer, directly (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Michael Bennet Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 05/21/2012

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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2012 [S.1601] [International ] [Budget and Spending ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [National Security ] [Law Enforcement ] [Military ] [Human Rights ] [Trade ] [Public Safety ] [Crime ]
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2012 - Title I: Department of State and Related Agency - Makes FY2012 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: (1) administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic and consular programs; (2) the Capital Investment Fund; (3) the Office of Inspector General; (4) educational and cultural exchange programs; (5) representation allowances; (6) protection of foreign missions and officials; (7) U.S. embassy security, construction, and maintenance; (8) emergencies (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Patrick Leahy Committee On Appropriations. Original Measure Reported To Senate By Senator Leahy. With Written Report No. 112-85. on 09/22/2011

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Ethical Shipping Inspections Act of 2011 [S.1496] [Trade ] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ]
Ethical Shipping Inspections Act of 2011 - Amends federal shipping inspection laws to prohibit the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating from delegating (and to require revocation of an existing delegation of) certain inspection, certification, and related services to a foreign classification society if the Secretary of State determines that such society provides comparable services: (1) in Iran, North Korea, North Sudan, or Syria; or (2) for the government of such countries.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Susan Collins Sponsor Introductory Remarks On Measure. (cr S5263-5264) on 08/02/2011

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Calling for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to be tried before the International Criminal Court for committing crimes against humanity. [HR-687] [International ] [Human Rights ] [National Security ] [Military ]
Condemns the violence and human rights violations carried out by Syrian government forces under the direction of President Bashar al-Assad. Supports the people of Syria seeking peaceful democratic change. Calls on the U.N. Security Council to refer the Syrian situation to the International Criminal Court (ICC).

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Keith Ellison Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 06/15/2012

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Expressing support for robust efforts by the United States to see Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord's Resistance Army, and his top commanders brought to justice and the group's atrocities permanently ended. [HR-583] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Military ] [National Security ]
Condemns the Lord's Resistance Army's (LRA) continued atrocities and calls for renewed efforts by the United States, governments in the affected region, and the international community to end the LRA's terror and bring Joseph Kony to justice. Calls for the United States to place restrictions on individuals or governments, including the Republic of Sudan, found to be supporting in any way Joseph Kony or the LRA. Stresses the importance that civilian protection be prioritized. Urges Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Republic of South Sudan, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 06/07/2012

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Welcoming the new state of Southern Sudan, encouraging Sudan and Southern Sudan to resolve separation issues and the future of the Abyei region, and urging the Governments of Sudan and Southern Sudan to abide by the principles of peace, democracy, and human rights. [HR-233] [International ] [Human Rights ]
Congratulates the people of Southern Sudan for exercising their right to self determination. Welcomes the new nation of Southern Sudan. Pledges that the United States will work with the governments of Sudan and Southern Sudan to ensure a peaceful transition to independence. Calls on: (1) the government of Southern Sudan to create democratic institutions, build infrastructures, and ensure the well-being of its citizens; and (2) the U.S. government to appoint an Ambassador to Southern Sudan. Urges the government of Sudan to put an end to repression (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Alcee Hastings Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 05/13/2011

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Welcoming the independence of the Republic of South Sudan, congratulating the people of South Sudan for freely and peacefully expressing their will through an internationally accepted referendum, and calling on the Governments and people of Sudan and South Sudan to peacefully resolve outstanding issues including the final status of Abyei. [HCR-65] [International ] [Human Rights ]
Welcomes the independence of the Republic of South Sudan and recognizes South Sudan as the newest member of the international community. Calls on the governments of Sudan and South Sudan to resolve outstanding matters in order to ensure a smooth transition to two states and to mitigate points of conflict. Calls on the U.S. government and the international community, in coordination with the governments of Sudan and South Sudan, to support peace, rule of law, and good governance in Sudan and South Sudan. Welcomes the anticipated nomination of a (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 08/02/2011

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Sudan Cessation of Support for the Lord's Resistance Army Certification Act of 2011 [HB-895] [International ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ]
Sudan Cessation of Support for the Lord's Resistance Army Certification Act of 2011 - Provides for the continuation of restrictions against the Republic of Sudan as a state sponsor of terror unless the President certifies to Congress that Sudan is no longer engaged in training, harboring, supplying, financing, or supporting the Lord's Resistance Army, its leader Joseph Kony, or his top commanders.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Lee Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 03/29/2011

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Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2013 [HB-6018] [International ] [Budget and Spending ] [Cybersecurity ] [National Security ] [Defense ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Trade ] [Law Enforcement ] [Crime ]
Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2013 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - Authorizes FY2013 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: (1) diplomatic and consular programs; (2) the Capital Investment Fund; (3) embassy security, construction and maintenance; (4) educational and cultural exchange programs; (5) conflict stabilization operations; (6) representation allowances; (7) protection of foreign missions and officials; (8) diplomatic and consular service emergencies; (9) repatriation loans; (10) the (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Received In The Senate And Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. on 07/18/2012

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Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2013 [HB-5857] [International ] [Budget and Spending ] [Trade ] [Law Enforcement ] [Military ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Human Rights ] [Human Services ] [National Security ] [Agriculture ] [Food ] [Crime ]
Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2013 - Makes FY2013 appropriations for the Department of State (Department) for: administration of foreign affairs and diplomatic and consular programs; the Capital Investment Fund; the Office of Inspector General; educational and cultural exchange programs; representation allowances; protection of foreign missions and officials; U.S. embassy security, construction, and maintenance; emergencies in the diplomatic and consular service; the repatriation loans program (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Kay Granger The House Committee On Appropriations Reported An Original Measure, H. Rept. 112-494, By Ms. Granger. on 05/25/2012

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Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2013 [HB-5856] [Defense ] [Military ] [National Security ] [Budget and Spending ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [International ] [Trade ] [Human Rights ] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [Aerospace ] [Healthcare ] [Construction ] [Veterans ] [Science ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Cybersecurity ] [Small Business ] [Economic Development ] [Energy ] [Law Enforcement ] [Public Safety ] [Education ] [Crime ]
Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2013 - Title I: Military Personnel - Appropriates funds for FY2013 for active-duty and reserve personnel in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force (the military departments), and for National Guard personnel in the Army and Air Force. Title II: Operation and Maintenance - Appropriates funds for FY2013 for operation and maintenance (O&M) for the military departments, the defense agencies, the reserve components, and the Army and Air National Guard. Appropriates funds for: (1) the United States Court (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. C.W. Young Committee On Appropriations. Reported By Senator Inouye With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. With Written Report No. 112-196. on 08/02/2012

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Sudan Peace, Security, and Accountability Act of 2012 [HB-4169] [Human Rights ] [International ] [National Security ]
Sudan Peace, Security, and Accountability Act of 2012 - Directs the President to develop and transmit to Congress a comprehensive strategy to end serious human rights violations in Sudan and promote a comprehensive peace and democratic reform strategy. Requires the strategy to include an interagency framework to plan, coordinate, and review the diplomatic, economic, intelligence, and military actions and capabilities of U.S. policy regarding Sudan. Directs the President to impose specified visa, development assistance, security assistance, property, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Raul Grijalva Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, And Human Rights. on 05/07/2012

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Safeguarding United States Satellite Leadership and Security Act of 2011 [HB-3288] [Defense ] [Telecommunications ] [National Security ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Trade ] [Aerospace ] [International ]
Safeguarding United States Satellite Leadership and Security Act of 2011 - Authorizes the President to remove commercial satellites and related components from the United States Munitions List. Prohibits any satellite or related component from being transferred, directly or indirectly, to: (1) the government of China (PRC) or any PRC entity or person; or (2) the government of Cuba, Iran, Sudan, Syria, or North Korea or any entity or person of Cuba, Iran, Sudan, Syria, or North Korea.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Referred To The House Committee On Foreign Affairs. on 11/01/2011

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Ethical Shipping Inspections Act of 2011 [HB-2998] [Trade ] [Transportation and Motor Vehicles ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ]
Ethical Shipping Inspections Act of 2011 - Amends federal shipping inspection laws to prohibit the Secretary of the department in which the Coast Guard is operating from delegating (and to require revocation of an existing delegation of) certain inspection, certification, and related services to a foreign classification society if the Secretary of State determines that such society provides comparable services: (1) in Iran, North Korea, North Sudan, or Syria; or (2) for the government of such countries.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe Referred To The Subcommittee On Coast Guard And Maritime Transportation. on 09/22/2011

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Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2012 [HB-2583] [International ] [Budget and Spending ] [Defense ] [National Security ] [Human Rights ] [Military ] [Trade ] [Elections ] [Religion ] [Human Services ] [Law Enforcement ] [Cybersecurity ] [Technology and Innovation ] [Science ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Education ] [Children and Youth ] [Family-Related Legislation ] [Public Safety ] [Crime ]
Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 2012 - Title I: Authorization of Appropriations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes FY2012 appropriations for: (1) the Department of State (Department) for the administration of foreign affairs, (2) international organizations, (3) international peacekeeping, (4) international commissions, (5) migration and refugee assistance, and (6) the National Endowment for Democracy. Title II: Department of State Authorities and Activities - Subtitle A: Basic Authorities and Activities - (Sec. 201) Directs the Secretary (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Reported (amended) By The Committee On Foreign Affairs. H. Rept. 112-223. on 09/23/2011

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Supporting respect for human rights and encouraging continued democratic progress in Ethiopia, and for other purposes. [HR-1183] [Human Rights ] [International ]
This resolution supports efforts to advance democratic reforms in Ethiopia, condemns actions to destroy and repress minority and protesting voices, and calls for specific measures to restore peace and foster democracy in Ethiopia.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald Connolly Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, And International Organizations. on 11/09/2020

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A resolution supporting full implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and other efforts to promote peace and stability in Sudan, and for other purposes. [SR-404] [International ] [Human Rights ] [National Security ]
Acknowledges the importance of preventing a renewed North-South civil war in Sudan which would have catastrophic humanitarian consequences for Sudan and could destabilize the wider region. Supports efforts by: (1) President Obama and the international community to reinvigorate implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement; and (2) the U.S. government, other donors, and the United Nations to assist the government of Southern Sudan to improve its governing capacity. Calls on: (1) the parties in Sudan to comply with their Agreement commitments; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Resolution Agreed To In Senate Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S1126-1127; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S1126-1127) on 03/04/2010

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A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, the end of the division of Europe, and the beginning of the peaceful and democratic reunification of Germany. [SR-332] [International ] [Human Rights ] [Military ]
Recognizes the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. Celebrates 20 years of an undivided Europe. Honors the service and sacrifice of the people of Germany, the United States, and other countries who served in the Cold War to bring freedom to Central and Eastern Europe. Expresses appreciation to the people of Germany for their commitment to preserving the freedom of others in their leadership on international assistance, peacekeeping, and security efforts, including in Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kosovo, Lebanon, (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Benjamin Cardin Submitted In The Senate, Considered, And Agreed To Without Amendment And With A Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S11000-11001; Text As Passed Senate: Cr S11000-11001; Text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S10993-10994) on 11/02/2009

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A resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, the end of the division of Europe, and the beginning of the peaceful and democratic reunification of Germany. [SR-328] [International ] [Human Rights ] [National Security ]
Recognizes the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and celebrates 20 years of an undivided Europe. Honors the service and sacrifice of the people of Germany, the United States, and other countries who served in the Cold War to bring freedom to Central and Eastern Europe. Expresses appreciation to the people of Germany for their leadership in international assistance, peacekeeping, and security efforts. Reaffirms the friendship between the government and people of the United States and the government and people of Germany.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. John Kerry Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S10935) on 10/29/2009

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