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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to promoting energy security of European allies through opening up the Southern Gas Corridor. [HR-284]
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Notes that further energy exploration in the Caspian Sea region will enhance the energy security of European allies. Affirms that it is in the U.S. national interest to support Europe's energy security by opening up the Southern Gas Corridor. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that it is in the U.S. national interest to support Europe's energy security by working with the governments of Turkey, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and other regional partners to make available additional gas and oil supplies to that market in a cost effective and
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Subcommittee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 09/19/2013
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Calling on the President to work toward equitable, constructive, stable, and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon the Republic of Turkey's full acknowledgment of the facts and ongoing consequences of the Armenian Genocide, and a fair, just, and comprehensive international resolution of this crime against humanity. [HR-227]
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Calls on the President to work toward: (1) equitable and durable Armenian-Turkish relations based upon Turkey's acknowledgment of the facts and consequences of the Armenian Genocide, and (2) a comprehensive international resolution of this crime against humanity.
Sponsored by: Rep. David G. Valadao
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 06/07/2013
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Calling upon the Government of Turkey to facilitate the reopening of the Ecumenical Patriarchate's Theological School of Halki without condition or further delay. [HR-188]
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Welcomes past and future meetings between Prime Minister of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I. Welcomes the positive gestures by the government of Turkey, including: (1) allowing the liturgical celebration by the Ecumenical Patriarch at the historic Sumela Monastery, (2) returning the former Greek Orphanage on Buyukada Island to the Ecumenical Patriarchate, and (3) returning the 190 hectares of forestland to the Greek Orthodox foundation listed as owner-of-record of the Theological School of Halki. Urges the government
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Subcommittee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 11/19/2013
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Recognizing "International Jazz Day". [HR-179]
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Congratulates the Republic of Turkey and the city of Istanbul for hosting the 2013 International Jazz Day, and commends the Thelonius Monk Institute for its role in coordinating the worldwide celebration. Recognizes the historic connection between Turkey and jazz through the contributions of the Ertegun brothers. Thanks Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu, Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism Omer Celik, and Turkish Ambassador Namik Tan for their assistance in assuring that the International Jazz Day celebration will be an important cultural
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Sponsored by: Rep. John Conyers
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, And Emerging Threats. on 05/06/2013
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Urging Turkey to respect the rights and religious freedoms of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. [HR-136]
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Calls on Turkey to: (1) eliminate all forms of discrimination, particularly those based on race or religion, and grant the Ecumenical Patriarch appropriate international recognition and ecclesiastic succession; (2) safeguard religious and human rights; (3) continue the advancement of processes and programs to modernize and democratize its own society; (4) respect international law, European Union laws, and the basic tenets of human rights; and (5) prove that it is ready to meet the criteria set forth by the Copenhagen European Council prior to its
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Sponsored by: Rep. James P. McGovern
Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 05/06/2013
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Nineveh Plain Refugee Act of 2014 [HB-5430]
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Nineveh Plain Refugee Act of 2014 - Directs the Secretary of State to establish or use existing processes in Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan, Kuwait, Turkey, and Syria through which a qualifying alien in such a country may apply and interview for refugee admission to the United States. Considers such an alien to be a refugee of special humanitarian concern eligible for priority 2 processing under the refugee resettlement priority system. Authorizes the Secretary to: (1) suspend in-country processes in such a foreign country for up to 90 days,
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Sponsored by: Rep. Janice D. Schakowsky
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 09/26/2014
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Turkey Christian Churches Accountability Act [HB-4347]
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Turkey Christian Churches Accountability Act - Directs the Secretary of State to report annually to Congress until 2021 on the status and return of stolen, confiscated, or otherwise unreturned Christian churches, places of worship, and other properties in or from the Republic of Turkey and in the areas of northern Cyprus occupied by the Turkish military. Requires such report to: (1) list all the Christian churches, places of worship, and other religious properties, including movable properties such as artwork and other artifacts, in or from Turkey
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Sponsored by: Rep. Ted Poe
Committee Consideration And Mark-up Session Held. on 06/26/2014
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Global Partnerships Act of 2013 [HB-1793]
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Global Partnerships Act of 2013 - Sets forth provisions regarding global poverty and related matters, including: (1) reduction of global poverty; (2) acceleration of economic growth; (3) micro enterprise and small and medium enterprise assistance; (4) food security; (5) child survival and maternal health; (6) combating disease; (7) family planning and reproductive health; (8) education; (9) the environment; (10) safe water, sanitation, and housing; (11) gender equality; (12) democratic governance; and (13) humanitarian and disaster assistance. Sets
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Sponsored by: Rep. Gerald E. Connolly
Referred To The Subcommittee On Trade. on 06/03/2013
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Sudan Peace, Security, and Accountability Act of 2013 [HB-1692]
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Sudan Peace, Security, and Accountability Act of 2013 - Directs the President to develop and transmit to Congress a comprehensive strategy to end serious human rights violations in Sudan and to promote comprehensive peace and democratic reform. Requires the strategy to include an interagency plan along with a description of the resources and additional personnel required for the diplomatic, economic, intelligence, and military activities to be undertaken to address and end human rights violations, strengthen democratic institutions, and expand democratic
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Sponsored by: Rep. Raul M. Grijalva
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 06/14/2013
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Free Syria Act of 2013 [HB-1327]
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Free Syria Act of 2013 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: the United States should increase its humanitarian support for those affected by the conflict in Syria; Jordan, Turkey, and Lebanon should be commended for keeping its borders open to Syrian refugees; the President should urge other countries in the area to keep their borders open for such purpose, and should urge the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to expedite the protection and resettlement of the most vulnerable refugees; the President should provide temporary immigration
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Sponsored by: Rep. Susan Brooks
Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 04/15/2013
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Resolve, To Open Wild Turkey Hunting in Wildlife Management District 27 for the 2013 Spring Turkey Hunting Season [HB-477]
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Resolve, To Open Wild Turkey Hunting in Wildlife Management District 27 for the 2013 Spring Turkey Hunting Season
Sponsored by: Sen. Craig V. Hickman
Report Read And Accepted, In Concurrence. on 04/25/2013
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An Act To Allow a Hunter To Harvest a Wild Turkey of Either Sex during the Month of October without an Extra Charge for the Permit [HB-143]
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An Act To Allow a Hunter To Harvest a Wild Turkey of Either Sex during the Month of October without an Extra Charge for the Permit
Sponsored by: Sen. Jeffrey L. Timberlake
Pursuant To Joint Rule 310.3 Placed In Legislative Files (dead) on 05/20/2013
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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives supporting the Republic of Artsakh at all levels of civil society and government and recognizing the people of Artsakh's inalienable right to self-determination. [HR-1203]
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This resolution condemns the military offensive launched by Azerbaijani and Turkish-backed forces on Artsakh and calls on all involved parties to honor cease-fire negotiations. In addition, the resolution urges the United States to withhold assistance to Azerbaijan until it ceases military operations in Artsakh, enourages open communication between officials of Artsakh and the U.S. government, and calls for the full participation of Artsakh in intergovernmental negotiations regarding its future. (Artsakh is officially recognized as a part of Azerbaijan.)
Sponsored by: Rep. James R. Langevin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, Energy And The Environment. on 11/09/2020
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Calling for an end to escalating violence in the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave, for each side to return to the peace process, and for external parties to cease their support for and interference in the conflict. [HR-1196]
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This resolution calls on leaders in Azerbaijan and Armenia to de-escalate the conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, a disputed region also known as Artsakh, and urges external parties to refrain from participation in the conflict. The resolution reaffirms U.S. support for efforts to secure an agreement to cease military operations in Nagorno-Karabakh.
Sponsored by: Rep. Jamie Raskin
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, Energy And The Environment. on 11/09/2020
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Condemning Turkey's attacks on United States forces and allies and Turkey's continued support for terrorist organizations. [HR-1195]
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This resolution condemns Turkey's attacks on U.S. forces and allies and demands the end of Turkey's support of terrorist groups. The resolution also calls on the President to work with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to remove Turkey from NATO.
Sponsored by: Rep. Tulsi Gabbard
Referred To The Subcommittee On Europe, Eurasia, Energy And The Environment. on 11/09/2020
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A resolution condemning the PKK and expressing solidarity with Turkey. [SR-486]
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Condemns the continued campaign of terrorism by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK). Reaffirms that the PKK is a common enemy of the United States and Turkey and all responsible governments in the world. Urges the PKK to renounce violence and pursue peaceful dialogue with Turkey. Commends Turkey's steps to address the sources of grievance that have been exploited by the PKK. Encourages the United States to make available diplomatic, military, and intelligence support to Turkey so that it can eliminate irreconcilable PKK elements. Applauds the
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Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S3843) on 06/07/2012
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A resolution calling for democratic change in Syria, and for other purposes. [SR-435]
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Condemns: (1) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's ongoing slaughter of his own people; (2) Russia and Iran for providing the government of Syria with military and security equipment; and (3) President Bashar al-Assad's failure to uphold his March 25, 2012, commitment to the six point plan outlined by Joint Special Envoy Kofi Annan and failed compliance with U.N. Security Council Resolution 2042. Reaffirms U.S. policy that Bashar al-Assad must relinquish power and step aside. Recognizes the efforts of the United Nations and the League of Arab States
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Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Kerry With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute And With An Amended Preamble. Without Written Report. on 05/07/2012
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Affirmation of the United States Record on the Armenian Genocide Resolution [SR-399]
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Affirmation of the United States Record on the Armenian Genocide Resolution - Calls upon the President to: (1) ensure that U.S. foreign policy reflects understanding and sensitivity concerning issues related to human rights, ethnic cleansing, and genocide documented in the U.S. record relating to the Armenian Genocide; and (2) accurately characterize in the President's annual message commemorating the Armenian Genocide the systematic and deliberate annihilation of 1.5 million Armenians as genocide and to recall the proud history of U.S. intervention
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Sponsored by: Sen. Jack Reed
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1792-1793) on 03/19/2012
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A resolution urging the Republic of Turkey to safeguard its Christian heritage and to return confiscated church properties. [SR-392]
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Expresses the sense of the Senate that the Secretary of State, in all official contacts with Turkish officials and representatives, should emphasize that Turkey should: (1) end all forms of religious discrimination; (2) allow the rightful church and lay owners of Christian church properties to organize prayer services, religious education, clerical training, social services, and other religious activities; (3) return to their rightful owners all Christian churches and other places of worship, monasteries, schools, hospitals, holy sites, and other
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Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S1543) on 03/08/2012
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A resolution calling for democratic change in Syria. [SR-370]
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Condemns the ongoing and systematic human rights violations conducted by Syrian authorities. Maintains that Bashar al-Assad has lost all claims to legitimacy and calls upon him to step down from power. Condemns the governments of the Russian Federation and the Islamic Republic of Iran for providing military and security equipment to the government of Syria which has been used to repress peaceful demonstrations. Commends the League of Arab States' efforts to bring about a peaceful resolution in Syria and regrets that the League's observer mission
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Sponsored by: Sen. Robert P. Casey
Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S503) on 02/09/2012