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| 110-hres-1535 | 110 | hres | 1535 | Expressing disapproval of the Agreement Between the United States of America and the Republic of Iraq on the Withdrawal of United States Forces from Iraq and the Organization of Their Activities During Their Temporary Presence in Iraq, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-12-10 | 2008-12-10 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] | CA | D | L000551 | 6 | Disapproves the Agreement Between the United States of America and the Republic of Iraq on the Withdrawal of United States Forces from Iraq and the Organization of Their Activities During Their Temporary Presence in Iraq, signed on November 17, 2008, and does not regard that Agreement as binding on the United States or obligating the Congress to appropriate the funds necessary to implement the Agreement. | 2021-09-29T14:59:43Z | |
| 110-hr-7311 | 110 | hr | 7311 | William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-12-09 | 2008-12-23 | Became Public Law No: 110-457. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 6 | William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 - Title I: Combating International Trafficking in Persons - (Sec. 101) Amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA) to include the Secretary of Education on the Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking. (Sec. 102) Directs the Secretary of State (Secretary) to establish within the Department of State an Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking. (Current law authorizes such Office's establishment.) Revises responsibilities of the Director of the Office. (Sec. 103) Amends the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA) to direct the President to establish assistance programs for foreign governments to prevent and deter trafficking in persons. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to provide anti-trafficking assistance to foreign countries for investigations of individuals and entities involved in sexual exploitation. (Sec. 104) Makes assistance for victims of trafficking in other countries available, through organizations that contract with, or receive grants from, the U.S. government, for the support of refugees and internally displaced persons. (Sec. 105) Requires, both in the United States and abroad, that solicitations of grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts for anti-trafficking programs be made publicly available and on a competitive basis. Directs the President to: (1) establish a system to evaluate anti-trafficking programs on a program-by-program basis; and (2) provide U.S. assistance consistent with annual reporting priorities and country assessments. Obligates specified FY2008-FY2011 funds for activities under this section. (Sec. 106) Revises provisions regarding minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking, including adding a requirement that a foreign government has made serious and sustained efforts to reduce the demand for commercial sex acts and participation in international sex tourism by nationals of the country. (Sec. 107) Requires a country on the special watc… | 2023-11-13T20:14:10Z | |
| 110-hr-7316 | 110 | hr | 7316 | Limitation on Nuclear Cooperation with the United Arab Emirates Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-12-09 | 2008-12-09 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 3 | Limitation on Nuclear Cooperation with the United Arab Emirates Act of 2008 - Prohibits any agreement for cooperation to enter into force or any license to be issued for the export of nuclear material, equipment, or technology between the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 unless the President certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the government of the UAE has: (1) taken actions to prohibit the transfer of goods, services, or technology to the government of Iran, including fully implementing U.N. Security Council sanctions against Iran; (2) implemented an export control regime in accordance with international standards and has implemented legislative and functional actions to target the logistical and financial networks that support terrorist organizations; (3) terminated all related cooperation between any UAE national and the government of Iran, any Iranian national, or any Iranian-controlled entity, and has prosecuted any such UAE national, and (4) not engaged in or condoned activities that violate the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996, the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act, and other applicable U.S. law. Amends the the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to require congressional approval of an agreement for peaceful nuclear cooperation (section 123 agreement). (Under current law such an agreement become effective unless Congress disapproves it within a specified time period.) Directs the President to keep the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations fully informed of any initiative or negotiations relating to a new or amended section 123 agreement. | 2021-06-07T20:07:26Z | |
| 110-hres-1532 | 110 | hres | 1532 | Condemning the November 26, 2008, terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India, and expressing sympathy to the innocent victims from India and around the world. | International Affairs | 2008-12-09 | 2008-12-10 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McCarthy, Carolyn [D-NY-4] | NY | D | M000309 | 80 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Condemns the barbaric November 26, 2008, terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India. Expresses condolences and sympathy to the families and friends of those individuals who were killed in the attacks and to those individuals who were injured. Joins with President George W. Bush and President-elect Barack Obama in expressing the solidarity of the people and government of the United States with the people and government of India. Vows readiness to provide all appropriate assistance to the government of India in order to bring the terrorists responsible for the Mumbai attacks to justice. Expresses the desire for improved coordination between the United States and India with the goal of combating terrorism and advancing international peace. Rejects any effort to associate the Mumbai attacks with a particular people or faith. Notes the government of Pakistan's condemnation of the attacks. Calls upon the government of Pakistan to: (1) cooperate with the government of India to ensure that all those responsible are brought to justice; and (2) prevent its territory from serving as a terrorist safe-haven and training ground. Calls upon nations around the world to strengthen efforts to: (1) dismantle terrorist networks and combat extremist ideology; (2) advance personal and religious freedoms, ethnic and racial tolerance, political liberty and pluralism, and economic prosperity; and (3) make international law enforcement, intelligence, and other resources available to the government of India to support a full investigation of the terror attacks. | 2022-02-03T05:12:19Z | |
| 110-sres-724 | 110 | sres | 724 | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the horrific terrorist attacks and siege in Mumbai, India, beginning on November 26, 2008, and concluding on November 29, 2008. | International Affairs | 2008-12-09 | 2008-12-09 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10836-10837; text as passed Senate: CR S10836-10837; text of measure as introduced: CR S10834) | Senate | Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] | PA | D | C001070 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Affirms that the people of the United States stand in unison with the people of India in the aftermath of the terrorist attacks in Mumbai. Notes that these attacks did not only target citizens of India but represented a collective assault against the international community. Encourages the government of India to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the attacks and applauds the government of India's restraint in reaction to these horrific attacks. Urges the government of Pakistan to investigate the possible connection of groups based in Pakistan to the Mumbai attacks and to take action to apprehend the suspects. Calls upon the government of Pakistan to to root out extremist groups operating on its territory, halt attacks aimed at Pakistan and any other countries, and ensure that no government elements support such groups. Encourages President-elect Obama to consider ways in which the United States can bolster counter-terrorism cooperation with India. Urges bolstered U.S. efforts to implement policies to combat all forms of religious extremism, including anti-Semitism, in order to deter the type of targeted attacks like that waged against the Chabad Lubavitch center in Mumbai. | 2017-12-14T22:06:49Z | |
| 110-s-3723 | 110 | s | 3723 | A bill to establish a framework for coordination and cooperation on energy and environmental issues among the United States, the People's Republic of China, and India, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-12-08 | 2008-12-08 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Cantwell, Maria [D-WA] | WA | D | C000127 | 0 | Declares it to be the policy of the United States to develop an informed dialogue with China and India on the sustainable use of energy and the protection of the environment, the promotion of best practices for clean energy and technology investments, and the development and transfer of energy and environmental technologies.Establishes a Congressional-Executive Commission on Clean Energy Trade Between Key Consuming Nations to coordinate energy and environmental issues relating to the United States, China, and India and to establish a dialogue among such nations on the development and promotion of clean energy production, clean air and water, clean and efficient transportation, and the conservation and management of forests and wetlands and their ecosystems. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-sconres-106 | 110 | sconres | 106 | A concurrent resolution commending the Government of Switzerland for ongoing assistance in the case of Robert Levinson, urging the Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran to intensify cooperation with the Government of Switzerland and the Federal Bureau of Investigation on the case of Robert Levinson, and expressing sympathy to the family of Robert Levinson. | International Affairs | 2008-11-20 | 2008-11-20 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10756) | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 0 | Commends the Embassy of Switzerland in Tehran and the government of Switzerland for the ongoing assistance to the U.S. government and to the family of Robert Levinson. Expresses appreciation for efforts by Iranian officials to ensure the safety of Robert Levinson's family during their December 2007 visit to Iran, as well as for the promise of continued assistance. Urges: (1) the government of Iran to intensify its cooperation on the Levinson investigation with the Embassy of Switzerland in Tehran and to share the results of its investigation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); and (2) the President and U.S. allies to engage with Iranian government officials to raise the Levinson case at every opportunity. Expresses sympathy to the family of Robert Levinson during this trying period. | 2022-02-03T05:09:47Z | |
| 110-sres-711 | 110 | sres | 711 | A resolution condemning the tragic and senseless death by stoning of a 13-year old girl from Somalia. | International Affairs | 2008-11-20 | 2008-11-20 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10772; text as passed Senate: CR S10772; text of measure as introduced: CR S10752) | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 5 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Condemns the tragic and senseless death by stoning of Aisha Ibrahim Duhulow. Urges the international community to join the Senate in speaking out against this brutal act. Urges the Transitional Federal Government of Somalia to: (1) undertake efforts to protect women and children in Somalia; (2) work to strengthen the rule of law as part of efforts to establish its authority; (3) promote equal and fair treatment of women; and (4) end the culture of impunity in Somalia. | 2017-12-14T22:06:36Z | |
| 110-sres-713 | 110 | sres | 713 | A resolution calling on all parties to the escalating violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo to implement an immediate ceasefire and work with the support of the international community toward a comprehensive and lasting solution to the crisis. | International Affairs | 2008-11-20 | 2008-11-20 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10773-10775; text as passed Senate: CR S10774-10775; text of measure as introduced: CR S10753) | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 17 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Condemns the continuing violence, forcible recruitment of children as soldiers, and abuses against civilians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Calls on the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo to end the threat posed by the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda. Calls on the governments of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda to restore bilateral relations and work together to mitigate regional tensions. Calls on all governments in the Great Lakes region of Africa and those of the Southern African Development Community to support a peaceful resolution to the crisis. Supports U.N. peace efforts. Urges the President to sustain high-level diplomatic engagement together with the African Union (AU), the European Union (EU), and the United Nations to avert a regional war and revive a comprehensive peace process in eastern Congo. Urges the United States and the international community to support monitoring and verification mechanisms in Congo. Urges the President and the international community to help regional governments address the factors underlying the conflict in eastern Congo. | 2017-12-14T22:06:38Z | |
| 110-hres-1530 | 110 | hres | 1530 | Calling on the State Department to list the Socialist Republic of Vietnam as a "Country of Particular Concern" with respect to religious freedom. | International Affairs | 2008-11-19 | 2008-11-19 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Royce, Edward R. [R-CA-40] | CA | R | R000487 | 4 | Encourages the Department of State to place Vietnam on the list of "Countries of Particular Concern" for particularly severe violations of religious freedom. Condemns the ongoing and egregious violations of religious freedom in Vietnam, including the detention of religious leaders and the long-term imprisonment of individuals engaged in peaceful advocacy.Calls on Vietnam to lift restrictions on religious freedom and implement necessary legal and political reforms to protect religious freedom. | 2019-11-15T21:11:11Z | |
| 110-sres-705 | 110 | sres | 705 | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the commitment of the United States to the preservation of religious and cultural sites and condemning instances in which such sites are desecrated. | International Affairs | 2008-10-02 | 2008-10-02 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10423-10424; text as passed Senate: CR S10423-10424; text of measure as introduced: CR S10490-10491) | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses strongly to the government of Lithuania that the cemetery located in the Snipiskes area of Vilnius, Lithuania, an important part of the cultural heritage of the Jewish people, should not be further desecrated. Urges Lithuania to take all necessary steps to immediately stop, and if necessary reverse, construction on that cemetery. Reaffirms that constructive bilateral relations between Lithuania and the United States are important to the governments and citizens of both countries. Expresses strong support for the work of the United States Commission for the Preservation of America's Heritage Abroad and for the European countries that continue to work to preserve sacred historical sites. | 2017-12-14T22:06:30Z | |
| 110-s-3678 | 110 | s | 3678 | Vietnam Human Rights Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-10-01 | 2008-10-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] | CA | D | B000711 | 0 | Vietnam Human Rights Act of 2008 - Prohibits the federal government from providing the government of Vietnam with nonhumanitarian development, trade, economic, and security assistance during any fiscal year that exceeds the amount of such assistance provided during FY2008, unless such increases are matched or exceeded by additional funding for programs focusing on human rights and democracy promotion. Authorizes the President to waive such requirements if increased U.S. nonhumanitarian assistance would promote the purposes of this Act or it is otherwise in the U.S. national interest. Prohibits the President from providing certain duty-free treatment for Vietnam until the President certifies to Congress that the government of Vietnam protects freedom of association and does not engage in violations of workers' rights. Authorizes the President to provide U.S. assistance through appropriate nongovernmental organizations and the Human Rights Defenders Fund for the support of individuals and organizations to promote human rights in Vietnam. Expresses the sense of Congress regarding diplomacy with the government of Vietnam. Declares it is U.S. policy: (1) to take such measures as are necessary to overcome the jamming of Radio Free Asia by the government of Vietnam; and (2) that educational and cultural exchange programs with Vietnam should promote progress toward freedom and democracy. Declares it is U.S. policy to offer refugee resettlement to Vietnam nationals (including members of the Montagnard ethnic minority groups) who were eligible for the Humanitarian Resettlement program, the Orderly Departure program, the Resettlement Opportunities for Vietnamese Returnees program, the Amerasian Homecoming Act of 1988, or any other U.S. refugee program, but who were deemed ineligible for reasons of administrative error or certain circumstances beyond their control. | 2019-11-15T21:52:32Z | |
| 110-hconres-441 | 110 | hconres | 441 | Recognizing the threat that the spread of radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian adventurism in Africa poses to the United States, our allies, and interests. | International Affairs | 2008-09-29 | 2008-09-29 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 5 | Recognizes the threat that the spread of radical Islamist terrorism and Iranian adventurism in Africa poses to the United States, our allies, and interests. Acknowledges the commitment and cooperation of some African governments and regional organizations to deny the use of their territory to radical Islamist terrorist organizations. Calls on the U.S. government to work with governments in Africa to pursue an antiterrorism campaign. | 2021-04-20T12:20:49Z | |
| 110-hres-1520 | 110 | hres | 1520 | Commending the Kingdom of Morocco for designating a "National Women's Day" to be observed each year on October 10, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-29 | 2008-09-29 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] | CA | D | L000551 | 0 | Recognizes the important political, economic, cultural, and artistic achievements of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Moroccan people. Reaffirms the historic friendship between the people of Morocco and the United States. Congratulates the government of Morocco and His Majesty King Mohammed VI for designating National Women's Day. | 2019-11-15T21:11:10Z | |
| 110-hr-7205 | 110 | hr | 7205 | Judgment Evading Foreign States Accountability Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-28 | 2008-09-28 | Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Jackson-Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18] | TX | D | J000032 | 1 | Judgment Evading Foreign States Accountability Act of 2008 - Directs the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to deny a judgment evading foreign state (as defined by this Act) access to U.S. capital markets unless the proceeds of such borrowing or sale are to be used to satisfy in full all final judgments that form the basis for such designation as a judgment evading foreign state. Requires: (1) a proposal to extend bilateral or multilateral assistance to a judgment evading state to bear notice that such state is a judgment evading state; and (2) the Secretary of the Treasury to report annually to Congress identifying each such state. | 2021-06-07T20:07:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1519 | 110 | hres | 1519 | Honoring the important work of journalists covering the war in Iraq. | International Affairs | 2008-09-28 | 2008-09-28 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-35] | CA | D | W000187 | 0 | Honors the important work of journalists in providing the public with information regarding the war in Iraq. Pays tribute to the journalists who have been killed in Iraq. Encourages the media to honor the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who continue to serve bravely in Iraq. | 2021-06-07T19:39:49Z | |
| 110-hconres-438 | 110 | hconres | 438 | Expressing the sense of Congress with regard to providing humanitarian assistance to countries of the Caribbean devastated by Hurricanes Gustav and Ike and Tropical Storms Fay and Hanna. | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] | CA | D | L000551 | 25 | Commends the governments of the Caribbean countries and the Caribbean-American community for their efforts to assist the people of the region after the devastation caused by Hurricanes Gustav and Ike and Tropical Storms Fay and Hanna. Supports the Administration's efforts to assist in coordinating international humanitarian assistance to help the people of the Caribbean region and to provide relief to affected communities, particularly in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, the Bahamas, Cuba, and Turks and Caicos. | 2021-04-20T12:20:48Z | |
| 110-hr-7177 | 110 | hr | 7177 | Naval Vessel Transfer Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-10-15 | Became Public Law No: 110-429. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.) Title I: Naval Vessel Transfer - Naval Vessel Transfer Act of 2008 - (Sec. 102) Authorizes the President to transfer on a grant basis to: (1) Pakistan, the OLIVER HAZARD PERRY class guided missile frigate MCINERNEY; (2) Chile, the KAISER class oiler ANDREW J. HIGGINS; and (3) Peru, the NEWPORT class amphibious tank landing ships FRESNO and RACINE. States that: (1) the value of such vessels transferred on a grant basis shall not be counted against the aggregate value of excess defense articles transferred to countries in any fiscal year under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961; (2) transfer costs shall be charged to the recipient; and (3) to the maximum extent practicable, the country to which a vessel is transferred shall have necessary vessel repair and refurbishment carried out at U.S. shipyards (including U.S. Navy shipyards). Terminates transfer authority two years after enactment of this Act. Title II: United States Arms Exports - (Sec. 201) Directs the President to: (1) carry out an ongoing assessment of the extent to which Israel possesses a qualitative military edge (as defined by this Act) over military threats; (2) use such assessment in reviewing applications to sell defense articles and services under the Arms Export Control Act to a Middle Eastern country other than Israel; and (3) submit an initial report on such assessment to the appropriate congressional committees by June 30, 2009, and then every four years thereafter. Amends the Arms Export Control Act to require any certification relating to a proposed sale or export of defense articles or services to a Middle Eastern country other than Israel to include a determination that such sale or export will not adversely affect Israel's qualitative military edge (as defined by this Act for purposes of this provision) over military threats. (Sec. 202) Makes specified foreign military financing program funds for FY2009 availabl… | 2023-11-13T20:13:34Z | |
| 110-hr-7180 | 110 | hr | 7180 | Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Enhancement Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-28 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2127-2128) | House | Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3] | OR | D | B000574 | 7 | Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Enhancement Act of 2008 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to direct the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to establish the Office of Water which shall: (1) implement the Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of 2005; and (2) place primary emphasis on providing safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Bureau for International Water within the Office of the Under Secretary for Democracy and Global Affairs which shall: (1) coordinate U.S. diplomatic policy regarding global freshwater issues; and (2) ensure that international freshwater issues are represented within the U.S. government. Amends the Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of 2005 to: (1) direct the Secretary and the Administrator to establish in every priority country a program to train local water and sanitation managers to promote government capacity to provide access to safe drinking water and sanitation; and (2) require that the water for peace and security report includes an assessment of current and likely future political tensions over water sources and an assessment of the future impacts of global climate change on water supplies. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961to authorize grants through USAID to develop technologies for providing clean water and sanitation in high priority countries with limited resources and infrastructure. | 2019-11-15T21:11:09Z | |
| 110-hr-7183 | 110 | hr | 7183 | Western Hemisphere Energy Compact Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Engel, Eliot L. [D-NY-17] | NY | D | E000179 | 1 | Western Hemisphere Energy Compact Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, to seek to establish a regional-based ministerial forum to be known as the Western Hemisphere Energy Cooperation Forum: (1) for the cooperation of Western Hemisphere on energy issues; (2) to lessen dependence on oil imports without reducing food availability; (3) to ensure that energy contributes to the economic, social, and environmental enhancement of the countries in the Western Hemisphere; and (4) to permit participating countries to cooperatively address broad challenges posed to the energy supply of the Western Hemisphere. Directs the U.S. to seek to implement, in cooperation with Energy Forum countries: (1) an energy crisis initiative; (2) an energy sustainability initiative; (3) an energy for development initiative; and (4) biofuels studies. Provides for the establishment of a Western Hemisphere Energy Industry Group to: (1) increase public-private partnerships; (2) foster private investment; and (3) enable countries in the Western Hemisphere to devise energy agendas compatible with industry capacity and cognizant of industry goals. Provides for: (1) the establishment of an Oil and Natural Gas Working Group; (2) a U.S.-Brazil biofuels partnership; (3) biofuels feasibility studies; (4) regional and hemispheric carbon trading mechanisms; (5) the establishment of a Western Hemisphere energy crisis response mechanism; (6) seeking to increase U.S. foreign assistance programming in renewable energy; and (7) energy public diplomacy. | 2021-06-07T20:07:08Z | |
| 110-hr-7193 | 110 | hr | 7193 | To require a report on business and investment climates in foreign countries, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-27] | CA | D | S000344 | 1 | Directs the Secretary of State to: (1) report annually to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations regarding each foreign country in which acts of unfair business and investment practices have resulted in poor business and investment climates; and (2) establish a system to inform the U.S. business and investing communities of such conditions. | 2019-11-15T21:11:09Z | |
| 110-s-3642 | 110 | s | 3642 | Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Enhancement Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S10005-10006) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 3 | Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Enhancement Act of 2008 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to direct the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to establish the Office of Water which shall: (1) implement the Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of 2005; and (2) place primary emphasis on providing safe drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Bureau for International Water within the Office of the Under Secretary for Democracy and Global Affairs which shall: (1) coordinate U.S. diplomatic policy regarding global freshwater issues; and (2) ensure that international freshwater issues are represented within the U.S. government. Amends the Senator Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of 2005 to: (1) direct the Secretary and the Administrator to establish in every priority country a program to train local water and sanitation managers to promote government capacity to provide access to safe drinking water and sanitation; and (2) require that the water for peace and security report includes an assessment of current and likely future political tensions over water sources and an assessment of the future impacts of global climate change on water supplies. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize grants through USAID to develop technologies for providing clean water and sanitation in high priority countries with limited resources and infrastructure. | 2019-11-15T21:52:32Z | |
| 110-s-3643 | 110 | s | 3643 | Increasing America's Global Development Capacity Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S10007) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 3 | Increasing America's Global Development Capacity Act of 2008 - Provides for the hiring of additional Foreign Service officers as United States Agency for International Development (USAID) employees. | 2019-11-15T21:52:32Z | |
| 110-sres-690 | 110 | sres | 690 | A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the conflict between Russia and Georgia. | International Affairs | 2008-09-27 | 2008-09-27 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10020-10021; text as passed Senate: CR S10020; text of measure as introduced in Senate: CR S10009-10010) | Senate | Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000148 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the Russian Federation's disproportionate military response on the sovereign territory of Georgia, including the South Ossetian Autonomous Region and the Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia, is in violation of international law and commitments of the Russian Federation; (2) the United States recognizes significant common interests with the Russian Federation which can serve as the basis for improved long-term relations; (3) the Russian Federation should comply with the cease-fire agreement; (4) the Russian Federation and Georgia should refrain from the future use of force to resolve the status of Abkhazia and South Ossetia, and work with interested countries and international organizations to reach a political settlement; and (5) the United States should provide humanitarian and economic assistance to Georgia, continue to support democracy in Georgia, and work to support the free flow of energy to Europe and the operation of communication and trade routes. | 2017-12-14T22:06:21Z | |
| 110-hconres-434 | 110 | hconres | 434 | Condemning the recent religious violence in India and calling on the Government of India to stop the violence and address its root causes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Akin, W. Todd [R-MO-2] | MO | R | A000358 | 12 | Strongly condemns the religious violence in India, including killings, rapes, and home and church destruction. Calls on India to: (1) restrict radical religious party elements that cause such violence, including the direct incitement to violence against Christians; and (2) prevent ongoing and future violence, including through adequate police protection and active prosecution. Calls on all Indian elected bodies to protect all citizens regardless of their religious beliefs. Condemns any laws restricting freedom of religion or the freedom to change one's religion. Urges the people of India to respect all peaceful religious beliefs and live together as a model to the rest of the world. | 2020-07-23T15:27:05Z | |
| 110-hconres-435 | 110 | hconres | 435 | Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall on December 2, 2008, for ceremonies and activities held in connection with the opening of the Capitol Visitor Center to the public. | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-11-24 | Message on Senate action sent to the House. | House | Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1] | PA | D | B001227 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the use of Emancipation Hall on December 2, 2008, for activities in connection with the opening of the Capitol Visitor Center to the public. | 2022-02-03T05:09:48Z | |
| 110-hr-7112 | 110 | hr | 7112 | Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-27 | Received in the Senate. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 11 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2008 - (Sec. 2) Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should use diplomatic and economic measures to resolve the Iranian nuclear problem. Declares that nothing in this Act shall be construed to authorize the use force against Iran. Title I: Sanctions - (Sec. 102) Amends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 (formerly the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996) to expand the definitions of: (1) "person" to include financial institutions, insurers, underwriters, guarantors, other business organizations, including foreign subsidiaries, and export credit agencies; and (2) "petroleum resources" to include petroleum by-products (i.e. gasoline, kerosene, distillates, propane or butane gas, diesel fuel, residual fuel oil), oil or liquefied natural gas or liquefied natural gas tankers, and products used to construct or maintain pipelines used to transport oil or compressed or liquefied natural gas. (Sec. 103) Subjects Iran to certain economic sanctions. Prohibits direct or indirect: (1) importation of Iranian articles into the United States, except information and informational materials; and (2) exportation to Iran of U.S. articles, except agricultural commodities, medicine and medical devices, humanitarian assistance articles, information materials, and, subject to specified conditions, goods, services, or technologies necessary to ensure the safe operation of commercial U.S. passenger aircraft. Directs the President to: (1) freeze the assets of Iranian diplomats and representatives of other Iranian government and military or quasi-governmental institutions who are subject to sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act or other provision of law; (2) freeze the assets of family members or associates of sanctioned Iranian persons who receive transfers of assets or property from … | 2022-02-03T05:14:45Z | |
| 110-hr-7160 | 110 | hr | 7160 | To authorize United States participation in, and appropriations for the United States contribution to, an international clean technology fund, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. | House | Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4] | WI | D | M001160 | 3 | Amends the Bretton Woods Agreements Act to authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to contribute to a Clean Technology Fund to promote accelerated deployment in developing countries of technologies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Requires that such Fund be established and administered by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD).Prohibits the Fund from providing more than approximately 15% of Fund resources to any one country. Sets forth requirements for a country to be eligible for support from the Fund, which shall be used to cover the incremental costs of deploying clean energy technologies that result in substantial and additional reductions from baseline greenhouse gas emissions.Prohibits the Fund from providing support for any new coal-fired electricity generation facility unless certain requirements are met.Requires transparency in all aspects of the governance of the Fund.Directs the Secretary to: (1) direct the U.S. representative to oppose any proposal that would result in the Fund failing to meet the requirements of this Act; (2) encourage all the multilateral development banks to apply environmental assessment procedures in their consideration of Fund proposals; and (3) ensure that the Fund complements the International Clean Energy Foundation.Amends the the International Financial Institutions Act to direct the Secretary to seek to ensure that multilateral development banks: (1) adopt and implement greenhouse gas accounting in analyzing the benefits and costs of all projects for which bank funding is sought; and (2) expand their activities supporting climate change mitigation. | 2019-11-15T20:56:31Z | |
| 110-hr-7164 | 110 | hr | 7164 | Southern Africa Enterprise Development Fund Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. | House | Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10] | NJ | D | P000149 | 2 | Southern Africa Enterprise Development Fund Act of 2008 - Authorizes: (1) the Southern Africa Enterprise Development Fund (SAEDF) to conduct public offerings or private placements for the purpose of soliciting and accepting venture capital; and (2) financial returns on SAEDF investments that include a component of private venture capital to be distributed to the investors of such capital. | 2019-11-15T20:56:31Z | |
| 110-hr-7165 | 110 | hr | 7165 | Millennium Challenge Compact Improvement Act (MCIA) | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Payne, Donald M. [D-NJ-10] | NJ | D | P000149 | 1 | Millennium Challenge Compact Improvement Act (MCIA) - Amends the Millennium Challenge Act of 2003 to authorize under specified circumstances: (1) Millennium Challenge Compacts in excess of five years; and (2) concurrent Compacts. States that assistance may be provided through a Compact with a country individually and/or through a Compact with two or more countries in the same geographic region collectively. Sets forth provisions regarding suspension or termination of regional Compacts. | 2019-11-15T21:11:13Z | |
| 110-hres-1510 | 110 | hres | 1510 | Considering the Russian military deployments in the Western Hemisphere as reckless, provocative, and in violation of the Monroe Doctrine. | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11] | MI | R | M001147 | 1 | Considers the Russian military deployments in the Western Hemisphere as provocative and in violation of the Monroe Doctrine. Regards Venezuelan dictator Hugo Chavez's attainment of a nuclear energy program or nuclear weapons as a grave danger to peace and U.S. national interests. Applauds and recognizes the necessity of the July 12, 2008, re-establishment of the U.S. Fourth Fleet. | 2021-06-07T19:39:47Z | |
| 110-s-3637 | 110 | s | 3637 | Success in Countering Al Qaeda Reporting Requirements Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-26 | 2008-09-26 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] | PA | D | C001070 | 1 | Success in Countering Al Qaeda Reporting Requirements Act of 2008 - Directs the President to submit annual counterterrorism reports to the appropriate congressional committees, including an assessment of U.S. counterterrorism efforts in fighting Al Qaeda and its related affiliates. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-hconres-430 | 110 | hconres | 430 | Expressing the sense of Congress that the policy (popularly known as the "Stimson Doctrine") of the United States of not recognizing territorial changes effected by force, should continue to be the guiding foreign policy of the United States in diplomatic discourse. | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Reaffirms the validity of the principles of inviolability of the borders and territorial integrity of countries as a vital instrument of U.S. foreign policy (the Stimson Doctrine). Calls upon the President to declare that the United States does not recognize territorial changes effected by force alone. Condemns the violation of territorial integrity that occurred during Russia's armed incursion into the sovereign country of Georgia, and urges Russia to withdraw its recognition of South Ossetia and Abkhazia as independent countries. | 2022-02-03T05:09:48Z | |
| 110-hconres-432 | 110 | hconres | 432 | Urging the expedient relocation of the United States Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Lamborn, Doug [R-CO-5] | CO | R | L000564 | 4 | Reaffirms that Jerusalem is the undivided capital of Israel. Calls upon the President to fully implement the Jerusalem Embassy Act of 1995 and immediately begin to relocate the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem. | 2020-07-23T15:27:05Z | |
| 110-hr-7061 | 110 | hr | 7061 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 2 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act - Approves the United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (Agreement), subject to the provisions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006, and other applicable U.S. law. Urges the government of India to sign and adhere to an Additional Protocol with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Defines "Additional Protocol." States that licenses may be issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for transfers pursuant to the Agreement only after the President certifies to Congress that: (1) the Agreement Between the Government of India and the International Atomic Energy Agency for the Application of Safeguards to Civilian Nuclear Facilities has entered into force; and (2) the government of India has filed a declaration of facilities that is not materially inconsistent with the facilities and schedule of the separation plan presented in the national parliament of India. Amends the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006 to revise related congressional reporting requirements. Directs the President to keep the the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations (Committees) informed of any discussions or negotiations regarding any proposed subsequent reprocessing arrangements and procedures. States that no subsequent arrangement concerning reprocessing arrangements and procedures shall take effect until: (1) the President reports to the Committees respecting the reasons for such arrangement and a certification that third-party reprocessing arrangements with India will be conducted under similar arrangements; and (2) a period of 30 days of continuous session has elapsed after such report's transmittal. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to direct the President to inform the Committees of any negotiations relating to a new … | 2022-02-03T05:16:48Z | |
| 110-hr-7068 | 110 | hr | 7068 | Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism and Nonproliferation Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 3 | Western Hemisphere Counterterrorism and Nonproliferation Act of 2008 - States that, in order to enhance the security of the Western Hemisphere and bolster regional capacity to counter terrorism, it shall be U.S. policy to promote the signing, ratification, and implementation by all countries in the Western Hemisphere of specified counter terrorism conventions. Amends specified acts with respect to annual country reports on terrorism, as well reports on narcotics trafficking, money laundering, and law enforcement. Authorizes the President to impose specified sanctions on any country in the Western Hemisphere that the President has determined is engaged in state sponsored terrorism, is carrying out policies that threaten U.S. national security interests, or is not fully cooperating with U.S. counterterrorism or nonproliferation efforts. Expresses the sense of Congress that the International Law Enforcement Academy in San Salvador, El Salvador, should continue to serve as a critical component of United States regional counterterrorism efforts. Redirects 50% of the U.S. contribution to the Organization of American States (OAS) to the OAS Inter-American Committee Against Terrorism, the OAS Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission, and the Western Hemisphere Regional Coordination Centers. Directs the Secretary of State to negotiate the establishment of: (1) Western Hemisphere Regional Coordination Centers; and (2) the Western Hemisphere Nonproliferation Partnership Initiative. States U.S. policy with respect to the prevention of the proliferation of weapons-related nuclear, chemical, and biological materials, technology, and facilities, as well as policy with respect to nuclear fuel fabrication and provides specified directives and sanctions. Places restrictions on nuclear cooperation with countries assisting the nuclear program of Venezuela or Cuba. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Latin America Regional Strategic Initiative should serve as a critical component of U.S. regional counterterrorism and nonpro… | 2019-11-15T21:11:11Z | |
| 110-hr-7070 | 110 | hr | 7070 | United States Broadcasting Reorganization Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 3 | United States Broadcasting Reorganization Act of 2008 - Amends the U.S. International Broadcasting Act of 1994 to establish the United States International Broadcasting Agency, which shall be headed by the Board of Governors of the United States International Broadcasting Agency, to carry out various international broadcasting activities of the United States (thereby eliminating the Broadcasting Board of Governors and the International Broadcasting Bureau). Sets forth: (1) Agency authorities and functions; and (2) transition provisions. Directs the Board to establish an Office of the Ombudsman to be a liaison between both the audience and employees and employees and management of the broadcasting entities under Board control. | 2019-11-15T21:11:12Z | |
| 110-hr-7081 | 110 | hr | 7081 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-10-08 | Became Public Law No: 110-369. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 16 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act - (Sec. 2) Defines specified terms. Title I: Approval of United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy - (Sec. 101) Approves the United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (Agreement), subject to the provisions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006, and other applicable U.S. law. (Sec. 102) Declares that it is the understanding of the United States that the provisions of the Agreement have the meanings conveyed in the authoritative representations provided by the President and his representatives to the Congress and its committees prior to September 20, 2008. Declares it to be congressional policy that: (1) in the event that nuclear transfers to India are suspended or terminated it is U.S. policy to prevent the transfer to India of nuclear equipment, materials, or technology from other participating governments in the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) or from any other source; and (2) any nuclear power reactor fuel reserve provided to India for use in safeguarded civilian nuclear facilities should be commensurate with reasonable reactor operating requirements. States that before exchanging specified diplomatic notes the President shall certify to Congress that entry into force and implementation of the Agreement pursuant to its terms is consistent with the obligation of the United States under the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons (Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty) not to assist, encourage, or induce India to manufacture or otherwise acquire nuclear weapons or other nuclear explosive devices. (Sec. 103) Urges the government of India to sign and adhere to an Additional Protocol with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). (Sec. 104) States that licenses may be issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for transfers pursuant to the Agreement only after … | 2023-11-13T20:12:21Z | |
| 110-hres-1504 | 110 | hres | 1504 | Urging the President to increase efforts under the Third Border Initiative (TBI) to deepen cooperation and collaboration with Caribbean nations. | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-11] | NY | D | C001067 | 0 | Recognizes the significance of the Caribbean as an important U.S. partner. Supports the Third Border Initiative (TBI) which is designed to enhance diplomatic, economic, health, education, disaster preparedness and law enforcement cooperation. Urges: (1) the U.S. and Caribbean governments to continue cooperative efforts to eliminate terrorist threats to hemispheric security; (2) the President to stem the decline in TBI funding levels; and (3) the Secretary of State to provide clear information to Congress in the Department of State's annual Congressional Budget Justification for Foreign Operations on requested TBI projects and amounts. | 2019-11-15T21:11:11Z | |
| 110-hres-1505 | 110 | hres | 1505 | Recognizing the United States-Bahamas Proliferation Security Initiative Shipboarding Agreement. | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-11] | NY | D | C001067 | 0 | Recognizes the United States and the Bahamas Proliferation Security Initiative Shipboarding Agreement. Commits to cooperation to stop the proliferation by sea of weapons of mass destruction. | 2019-11-15T21:11:11Z | |
| 110-s-3578 | 110 | s | 3578 | A bill to establish a commission to assess the nuclear activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran. | International Affairs | 2008-09-25 | 2008-09-25 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV] | NV | R | E000194 | 0 | Establishes the Commission To Assess the Nuclear Activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran which shall assess the status of, the relationship between, and the intentions behind the military and the civilian nuclear activities of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Terminates the Commission 60 days after submission of the report required under this Act. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-hconres-428 | 110 | hconres | 428 | Expressing the sense of Congress that the United Nations should take immediate steps to improve the transparency and accountability of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) in the Near East to ensure that it is not providing funding, employment, or other support to terrorists. | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Rothman, Steven R. [D-NJ-9] | NJ | D | R000462 | 9 | Urges the Secretary of State to take measures to certify that United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) operates in full compliance with the Foreign Assistance Act and that no American taxpayer dollars are being directed to terrorists or to further terrorist propaganda. Calls on UNRWA to improve the transparency of educational materials used in UNRWA-administered schools. Urges UNRWA to implement terrorist name recognition software and other screening procedures to help ensure that UNRWA staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries are neither terrorists nor affiliated with terrorist organizations. | 2020-07-23T15:27:04Z | |
| 110-hr-7039 | 110 | hr | 7039 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-18] | FL | R | R000435 | 9 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act - Approves the United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (Agreement), subject to the provisions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006, and other applicable U.S. law. Urges the government of India to sign and adhere to an Additional Protocol with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). States that licenses may be issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for transfers pursuant to the Agreement only after the President certifies to Congress that: (1) the Agreement Between the Government of India and the International Atomic Energy Agency for the Application of Safeguards to Civilian Nuclear Facilities has entered into force; and (2) the government of India has filed a declaration of facilities that is not materially inconsistent with the plan described in India's Separation Plan tabled in Parliament on May 11, 2006, taking into account the later initiation of safeguards than was anticipated in the Separation Plan. Amends the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006 to revise related congressional reporting requirements. States that no subsequent arrangement concerning reprocessing arrangements and procedures shall take effect until: (1) the President reports to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs and the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations (Committees) respecting the reasons for such arrangement and a certification that third-party reprocessing arrangements with India will be conducted under similar arrangements; and (2) a period of 30 days of continuous session has elapsed after such report's transmittal. Amends the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 to direct the President to inform the Committees of any negotiations relating to a new or amended agreement for peaceful nuclear cooperation. Directs the President to: (1) certify to the Committees that it is U.S. … | 2022-02-03T05:16:24Z | |
| 110-hr-7059 | 110 | hr | 7059 | To require the sale of certain defense articles and defense services to Taiwan. | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Tancredo, Thomas G. [R-CO-6] | CO | R | T000458 | 0 | Requires the sale of certain defense articles and defense services to Taiwan. | 2019-11-15T21:11:09Z | |
| 110-hres-1496 | 110 | hres | 1496 | Recognizing persons of African descent in Europe. | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-25 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1950) | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 5 | Encourages the United States and the international community to recognize the contributions of Black Europeans. Calls upon European parliamentarians to promote racial equality and combat racial discrimination through efforts such as introducing legislation, speaking out in their parliaments against racism, and working with Black European and other minority communities to develop relevant policies. | 2019-11-15T21:11:09Z | |
| 110-s-3563 | 110 | s | 3563 | Security Assistance Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1074. | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Security Assistance Act of 2008 - Title I: Military and Related Assistance: Subtitle A: Funding Authorizations - (Sec. 101) Authorizes FY2009-FY2010 appropriations for the foreign military financing program, including amounts for Israel and Egypt. (Sec. 102) Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (Act) to authorize FY2009-FY2010 appropriations for international military education and training. Subtitle B: Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 Amendments and Related Provisions - (Sec. 111) Amends the Act to remove the 1985 delivery date limitation regarding waiver of the requirement that proceeds from the disposal of certain U.S.-supplied defense articles to foreign countries be paid to the United States. (Sec. 112) Extends the President's authority to transfer excess items to the Department of Defense (DOD) War Reserve Stockpile through FY2010. (Sec. 113) Revises law enforcement assistance provisions. (Sec. 114) Requires the President (under current law, the Department of State [Department]) to establish an Internet-accessible, interactive database (under current law, the report is available only in a PDF format) of the unclassified information in the annual U.S. military assistance report. (Sec. 115) Changes the annual due date of the foreign military training report to March 1. (Sec. 116) Revises demining program provisions. Authorizes the Department and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to dispose of demining equipment on a foreign grant basis. (Sec. 117) Revises specified waiver authorities. (Sec. 118) Prohibits assistance under the Act or the Arms Export Control Act if the duly elected head of a country is deposed by decree or military coup. (Sec. 119) Includes the protection of vulnerable populations within military education and training. Subtitle C: Arms Export Control Act Amendments and Related Provisions - (Sec. 121) Amends the Arms Export Control… | 2022-02-03T05:09:13Z | |
| 110-s-3567 | 110 | s | 3567 | A bill to establish a Commission on the conflict between Russia and Georgia, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 0 | Establishes the Commission on the Conflict between Russia and Georgia, which shall: (1) examine the causes of the conflict between Russia and Georgia that began in August 2008; and (2) make U.S. policy recommendations with respect to Russia, Georgia, and other countries in the region.Terminates the Commission 60 days after submission of a final report required under this Act. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-sres-684 | 110 | sres | 684 | A resolution calling for a comprehensive strategy to address the crisis in Darfur, Sudan. | International Affairs | 2008-09-24 | 2008-09-24 | Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9435-9436; text as passed Senate: CR S9436; text of measure as introduced: CR S9425) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 29 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Urges the President, the U.N. Secretary-General, the African Union, and members of the international community to pursue a comprehensive solution to the crisis in Darfur, Sudan. Condemns: (1) the government of Sudan for its continued obstruction of the deployment of United Nations-African Union peacekeepers; and (2) the ongoing acts of violence in, and obstruction of aid to, Darfur committed by all parties. Calls upon the government of Sudan and armed parties in the region to declare a cessation of hostilities, abide by the U.N. arms embargo, cease attacks upon humanitarian organizations, and participate in international efforts to negotiate a political settlement. | 2017-12-14T22:06:15Z | |
| 110-hconres-423 | 110 | hconres | 423 | Calling for a comprehensive strategy to address the crisis in Darfur, Sudan, and condemning the ongoing assaults and obstruction by the Khartoum regime. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-24 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1871) | House | Rep. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL-10] | IL | R | K000360 | 3 | Urges the President, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, the African Union, regional governmental and nongovernmental actors, and other key members of the international community to pursue a comprehensive solution to crisis in Darfur, Sudan. Calls upon the government of Sudan and armed parties in the region to declare a cessation of hostilities. | 2020-07-23T15:27:04Z | |
| 110-hr-7027 | 110 | hr | 7027 | United Nations Eviction Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Tancredo, Thomas G. [R-CO-6] | CO | R | T000458 | 0 | United Nations Eviction Act - Directs: (1) the Attorney General to institute condemnation proceedings to acquire in the name of the United States all right, title, and interest of the United Nations in and to any real property in the United States, including the U.N. headquarters district in New York City; and (2) the Administrator of General Services to sell such property to the general public. Repeals the Agreement Between the United Nations and the United States of America Regarding the Headquarters of the United Nations (P.L. 80-357) on the date that such sale is completed. Prohibits the United Nations from acquiring property in the United States. Revokes diplomatic privileges and immunities of any representative, official, or any other individual of a U.N. member state in the United States. | 2019-11-15T21:11:13Z | |
| 110-hr-7028 | 110 | hr | 7028 | To limit United States assistance for infrastructure projects in Iraq, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Tanner, John S. [D-TN-8] | TN | D | T000038 | 1 | Prohibits U.S. assistance for the acquisition, conversion, rehabilitation, or installation of facilities in Iraq, with exemptions for: (1) amounts made available under the Commanders' Emergency Response Program (CERP) (project amounts in excess of $1 million only to be allowed with the Secretary of Defense's approval and congressional notification); and (2) technical assistance for the government of Iraq. Directs the Secretary of State to conclude an agreement under which the government of Iraq shares with the U.S. government the costs of combined operations of the government of Iraq and the Multi-National Force in Iraq undertaken as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. | 2021-06-07T20:06:46Z | |
| 110-hres-1482 | 110 | hres | 1482 | To condemn the efforts of the Human Rights Committee of the United Nations and the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women to pressure and coerce the democratically elected government of the Republic of Ireland to reduce or eliminate its constitutionally established abortion restrictions. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11] | MI | R | M001147 | 20 | Condemns the efforts of the Human Rights Committee of the United Nations and the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women to coerce the government of the Republic of Ireland to reduce or eliminate its constitutionally established abortion restrictions. Questions the merit of using U.S. taxpayer-generated revenues to support such Committees in light of their work to promote the practice of abortion. | 2019-11-15T21:11:13Z | |
| 110-hres-1483 | 110 | hres | 1483 | Regarding the recent decision by the President to declare Venezuela and Bolivia as nations that have "failed demonstrably" to meet their international commitments to combat the production and trafficking of illicit drugs. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5] | IN | R | B001149 | 7 | Expresses outrage over the expulsions of the U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela and the U.S. Ambassador to Bolivia. Condemns the failure of the governments of Venezuela and Bolivia to adhere to their obligations under international counter-narcotics agreements. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) it should continue to be U.S. policy to work with all Andean countries to combat trafficking in narcotics and other controlled substances; and (2) steps should be taken to restore full cooperation between Venezuela, Bolivia, and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). | 2021-04-20T13:01:01Z | |
| 110-hres-1484 | 110 | hres | 1484 | Recognizing Project HOPE for 50 years of exceptional service in improving and saving the lives of millions of children and adults in developing nations through humanitarian assistance and health education. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Cooper, Jim [D-TN-5] | TN | D | C000754 | 10 | Recognizes Project HOPE for 50 years of service in improving and saving the lives of millions of children and adults in developing nations through humanitarian assistance and health education. | 2021-04-20T13:01:01Z | |
| 110-hres-1486 | 110 | hres | 1486 | Supporting the goals and ideals of World Habitat Day. | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Miller, Brad [D-NC-13] | NC | D | M001154 | 0 | Supports the goals and ideals of World Habitat Day. Recognizes the importance of establishing housing and shelter issues as a major priority of U.S. foreign assistance. Urges an increased effort and the investment of greater resources by all relevant federal departments and agencies toward providing safe, simple, and decent housing, clean water, and sanitation for the poor. Commends the actions of governments, international organizations, and charities around the world working to make shelter a priority. | 2019-11-15T21:11:13Z | |
| 110-s-3541 | 110 | s | 3541 | Iraqi Refugee and Internally Displaced Persons Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement, and Security Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 0 | Iraqi Refugee and Internally Displaced Persons Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement, and Security Act of 2008 - Expresses the sense of Congress concerning Iraqi refugees and internally displaced persons.Directs the Secretary of State, with respect to vulnerable populations in Iraq and with respect to countries containing a significant population of Iraqi refugees (including Jordan, Syria, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, and Iran), to provide such countries or appropriate international organizations and nongovernmental organizations with specified humanitarian assistance.Directs the Secretary to make every effort to ensure that the humanitarian needs of vulnerable populations in Iraq and Iraqi refugees in neighboring countries are met. Authorizes appropriations to Jordan for humanitarian assistance to Iraqi refugees and to provide the necessary infrastructure to support both the needs of Iraqi refugees and the Jordanian people. Requires that related fund monitoring mechanisms be established.Increases refugee admission limitations for the purpose of admitting Iraqi citizens or nationals who became refugees on or after March 19, 2003.Directs the Secretary, by a specified date and subject to the availability of appropriations, to have increased by 100% the number of federal personnel in Iraq and in other appropriate countries who are conducting security reviews of Iraqi refugee applicants. Directs the Secretary of State to work with the international community to provide: (1) financial assistance to vulnerable populations in Iraq and to Iraqi refugees in neighboring countries; and (2) technical and financial assistance to international organizations in order to process refugees.Defines "vulnerable populations in Iraq" to include internally displaced persons. | 2019-11-15T21:52:34Z | |
| 110-s-3546 | 110 | s | 3546 | Strategic Communications Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 0 | Strategic Communications Act of 2008 - Repeals the United States International Broadcasting Act of 1994 which will, among other things, abolish the Broadcasting Board of Governors. Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to abolish the position of Under Secretary for Public Policy. Transfers functions to the National Center for Strategic Communications.Establishes the National Center for Strategic Communication to be headed by a Director of Strategic Communication who shall be the President's principal advisor on, and federal coordinator of, strategic communications.States that the Center's missions are to: (1) serve as the primary U.S. government organization for conducting strategic communications to influence foreign audiences in support of American ideals and in opposition to violent extremism; (2) develop a national strategic communications strategy; (3) assist private U.S. institutions in developing exchange activities; (4) promote U.S. participation in international events; and (5) direct U.S. government foreign broadcasting and research and analyze global public opinion media trends and intelligence assessments.Directs the President to appoint: (1) an Assistant Director for the Strategic Communications Corps; (2) an Assistant Director for Information Operations; and (3) an Assistant Director for Global Networks.Establishes within the Center a Strategic Communications Board.States that the International Broadcasting Bureau shall continue to carry out all U.S. government-supported nonmilitary international broadcasting activities.Requires the Director to develop an interagency strategy for strategic communication. | 2019-11-15T21:52:34Z | |
| 110-s-3548 | 110 | s | 3548 | United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-23 | 2008-09-23 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1048. | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) United States-India Nuclear Cooperation Approval and Nonproliferation Enhancement Act - (Sec. 2) Defines specified terms. Title I: Approval of United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy - (Sec. 101) Approves the United States-India Agreement for Cooperation on Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (Agreement), subject to the provisions of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, the Henry J. Hyde United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act of 2006, and other applicable U.S. law. (Sec. 102) Declares that it is the understanding of the United States that the provisions of the Agreement have the meanings conveyed in the authoritative representations provided by the President and his representatives to the Congress and its committees prior to September 20, 2008. Declares it to be congressional policy that: (1) in the event that nuclear transfers to India are suspended or terminated it is U.S. policy to prevent the transfer to India of nuclear equipment, materials, or technology from other participating governments in the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) or from any other source; and (2) any nuclear power reactor fuel reserve provided to India for use in safeguarded civilian nuclear facilities should be commensurate with reasonable reactor operating requirements. States that before exchanging specified diplomatic notes the President shall certify to Congress that entry into force and implementation of the Agreement pursuant to its terms is consistent with the obligation of the United States under the Treaty on the Nonproliferation of Nuclear Weapons (Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty) not to assist, encourage, or induce India to manufacture or otherwise acquire nuclear weapons or other nuclear explosive devices. (Sec. 103) Urges the government of India to sign and adhere to an Additional Protocol with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). (Sec. 104… | 2019-11-15T21:52:34Z | |
| 110-hres-1472 | 110 | hres | 1472 | Supporting international health and education grant programs related to autism spectrum disorders. | International Affairs | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-22 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4] | NJ | R | S000522 | 20 | Encourages the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to establish and administer the Global Autism Assistance Program to: (1) support activities by nongovernmental organizations and other service providers, including advocacy groups, focused on autism in developing countries; and (2) establish a "teach the teachers" program to train health and education professionals working with autistic children in developing countries. | 2021-04-20T13:00:49Z | |
| 110-s-3529 | 110 | s | 3529 | Global Food Security Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-22 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9207-9209) | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 2 | Global Food Security Act of 2008 - States that is U.S. policy to promote global food security, improve agricultural productivity, and support the development of institutions of higher learning. Directs the President to designate an individual to serve as the Special Coordinator for Food Security to advise the President on international food security issues and oversee implementation of a comprehensive food security strategy. Amends the the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize appropriations for programs of agriculture, rural development, and nutrition. Permits certain of such funds to be made available for: (1) the collaborative research support program; and (2) the consultative group on international agricultural research. Establishes: (1) the higher education collaboration for technology, agriculture, research, and extension to provide assistance for policies and programs in eligible countries that advance agricultural productivity and hunger alleviation through partnerships with institutions of higher education; (2) the Board for Global Agricultural Education; and (3) a United States Emergency Food Assistance Fund. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-s-3531 | 110 | s | 3531 | Afghan Freedom Support and Security Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-22 | 2008-09-22 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 2 | Afghan Freedom Support and Security Act of 2008 - Authorizes funds for assistance to Afghanistan under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. Directs the President to: (1) implement a system to monitor assistance provided under this Act on a program-by-program basis; and (2) provide assistance to enhance the government of Afghanistan's capacity to monitor programs carried out by the national, provincial, and local governments in Afghanistan. Authorizes appropriations. Directs: (1) the Office of the Inspector General of the Department of State and the Office of the Inspector General of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Afghanistan to oversee the programs authorized under this Act; and (2) the Office of Technical Assistance of the Department of the Treasury to conduct an annual assessment of Afghanistan's public finance system. Authorizes appropriations. Expresses the sense of Congress: (1) supporting the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan; and (2) that the President should expand assistance programs to innocent Afghan individuals, families, and communities that suffered losses from U.S. and allied military operations. Directs the President to appoint a coordinator who shall: (1) design an overall non-military strategy to advance U.S. interests in Afghanistan; (2) ensure policy coordination among federal agencies, including the Department of Defense; (3) coordinate with other countries and international organizations, including those supporting counter-insurgency and counter-narcotics efforts; and (4) review major security and development contracts. Directs the President to appoint a special envoy who shall coordinate U.S. policy on issues relating to strengthening relations between the nations of South and Central Asia. Authorizes appropriations for daily Radio Free Afghanistan broadcasting in the Dari and Pashto languages. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-hconres-421 | 110 | hconres | 421 | Calling on the International Olympic Committee to designate a new venue for the 2014 Winter Olympic Games. | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Schwartz, Allyson Y. [D-PA-13] | PA | D | S001162 | 9 | Expresses the sense of Congress that the failure of the Russian government to respect the sovereignty and territorial borders of its neighbors has rendered the country an unacceptable host for the 2014 Winter Olympic Games. Urges the International Olympic Committee to designate a new host city. | 2020-07-23T15:27:04Z | |
| 110-hr-6957 | 110 | hr | 6957 | Microfinance Capacity-Building Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Boozman, John [R-AR-3] | AR | R | B001236 | 1 | Microfinance Capacity-Building Act of 2008 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to direct the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide grants to eligible private non-profit microfinance institution networks that provide direct financial services (including credit, savings, insurance, remittances and cash transfers) to the poor and very poor in developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan African countries. | 2019-11-15T21:11:12Z | |
| 110-hr-6962 | 110 | hr | 6962 | Humanitarian Relief to Cuba Act | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Delahunt, William D. [D-MA-10] | MA | D | D000210 | 26 | Humanitarian Relief to Cuba Act - Prohibits for 180 days from the enactment of this Act: (1) the President from prohibiting or regulating travel to or from Cuba, or certain transactions incident to such travel, by a U.S. citizen or any person subject to U.S. jurisdiction with family residing in Cuba; (2) the President from limiting the size, quantity or frequency, or the carrying or shipping of, personal gift items and relief supplies by any person subject to U.S. jurisdiction that are eligible to be so shipped or delivered; and (3) the Secretary of the Treasury from limiting the amount of remittances to Cuba that may be made by any person subject to U.S. jurisdiction. | 2019-11-15T21:11:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1461 | 110 | hres | 1461 | Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the terrorist bombings of the United States embassies in Nairobi, Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and memorializing the citizens and families of the United States, the Republic of Kenya, and the United Republic of Tanzania whose lives were lost or suffered injury as a result of these attacks. | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-25 | The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13] | GA | D | S001157 | 1 | Recognizes the historic significance of the 10th anniversary of the al Qaeda bombings of the U.S. embassies in Nairobi, Kenya, and Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Mourns the loss of those killed and remembers their families and colleagues. Expresses gratitude to the people of Kenya and Tanzania for their assistance following the attacks. Reaffirms the House of Representatives': (1) support for the people of Kenya and Tanzania in striving for future opportunity and democracy; and (2) resolve to defeat al Qaeda and other terrorist organizations. | 2022-02-03T05:12:10Z | |
| 110-hres-1462 | 110 | hres | 1462 | Condemning ongoing sales of arms to belligerents in Sudan, including the Government of Sudan, and calling for both a cessation of such sales and an expansion of the United Nations embargo on arms sales to Sudan. | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 32 | Expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States: (1) should seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Darfur, Sudan; and (2) supports U.N. Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1591 imposing an arms embargo on all belligerents in Darfur. | 2019-11-15T21:11:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1467 | 110 | hres | 1467 | Expressing the concern of the House of Representatives for the plight of Iraq's vulnerable ethno-religious minorities, and urging greater measures to protect the members of such minorities who have become refugees, asylum seekers, or internally displaced persons. | International Affairs | 2008-09-18 | 2008-09-18 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-14] | CA | D | E000215 | 7 | Expresses concern for the plight of Iraq's vulnerable ethno-religious minorities and particular concern for the Assyrian/Chaldean/Syriac Christians. Urges the government of Iraq to commit adequate resources to address the humanitarian crisis of the refugees and internally displaced persons of Iraq. | 2019-11-15T21:11:12Z | |
| 110-hres-1451 | 110 | hres | 1451 | Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Establishment Resolution | International Affairs | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-24 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. McGovern, James P. [D-MA-3] | MA | D | M000312 | 70 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Establishment Resolution - Establishes in the House of Representatives the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission which shall promote in a nonpartisan manner internationally recognized human rights norms. Authorizes appropriations for the House Committee on Foreign Affairs to provide staff and resources for the Commission. | 2022-02-03T05:12:19Z | |
| 110-hres-1454 | 110 | hres | 1454 | Expressing the strong support of the House of Representatives for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization to enter into a Membership Action Plan with Ukraine. | International Affairs | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-17 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Gerlach, Jim [R-PA-6] | PA | R | G000549 | 9 | Expresses the sense of the Senate: (1) supporting the enlargement of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to include democratic governments able to meet membership responsibilities; and (2) that the United States should take the lead in supporting the awarding of a North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Membership Action Plan to Ukraine. | 2019-11-15T21:11:11Z | |
| 110-s-3509 | 110 | s | 3509 | Support for Vulnerable and Displaced Iraqis Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-17 | 2008-09-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] | PA | D | C001070 | 3 | Support for Vulnerable and Displaced Iraqis Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of State to develop a comprehensive regional strategy to address the mass displacement of Iraqis inside Iraq and as refugees into neighboring countries. Requires that such strategy: (1) address the challenges facing Iraqi refugees; (2) address the government of Iraq's responsibility to help meet the humanitarian needs of its citizens in Iraq and the region and related U.S. support; (3) assess the needs of vulnerable Iraqis in Iraq, especially internally displaced persons and Iraqi refugees in the region; (4) include the number of refugees from Iraq that the United States plans to resettle in the United States; (5) describe U.S. government steps to engage the international community and the government of Iraq in implementing such strategy; and (6) include plans to assess the strategy's impact. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-hr-6911 | 110 | hr | 6911 | Stability and Democracy for Georgia Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-16 | 2008-09-16 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Berman, Howard L. [D-CA-28] | CA | D | B000410 | 11 | Stability and Democracy for Georgia Act of 2008 or the STAND for Georgia Act of 2008 - Authorizes the President, in the wake of Georgia's August 2008 conflict with the Russian Federation, to provide assistance to Georgia for: (1) humanitarian needs; (2) infrastructure reconstruction; (3) economic development; and (4) governance. Authorizes the use of assistance under this Act to extend broadcasting efforts by the Broadcasting Board of Governors to Georgia and to enhance Russian- and Georgian-language Internet and broadcast capacity for the Voice of America (VOA) and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, Inc. | 2022-02-03T05:12:28Z | |
| 110-hr-6913 | 110 | hr | 6913 | SEND Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-16 | 2008-09-16 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ-6] | AZ | R | F000444 | 8 | Securing Eligibility for Needed Donations Act of 2008 or the SEND Act of 2008 - Prohibits Department of Commerce funds from being used to implement, administer, or enforce specified amendments to Department regulations restricting gift parcels and humanitarian donations to Cuba. (The amendments prohibit: (1) the sending of gifts of clothing, personal hygiene items, seeds, fishing equipment, soap-making equipment, and veterinary medicine and supplies; and (2) more than one gift parcel of certain permitted items a month per household.) | 2019-11-15T21:10:15Z | |
| 110-hres-1442 | 110 | hres | 1442 | Supporting and congratulating the people of Serbia on the formation of a new coalition government. | International Affairs | 2008-09-16 | 2008-09-16 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Burton, Dan [R-IN-5] | IN | R | B001149 | 4 | Supports: (1) efforts made by Serbian leaders to form a coalition government; (2) continued fostering of pro-western cooperation; and (3) increased defense, economic, and academic cooperation between the United States and Serbia. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hconres-414 | 110 | hconres | 414 | Commending veterans of the Korean Constabulary for their outstanding sacrifice and service and urging the Government of the Republic of Korea to recognize the service and sacrifice made by the Korean Constabulary. | International Affairs | 2008-09-15 | 2008-09-15 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Skelton, Ike [D-MO-4] | MO | D | S000465 | 0 | Commends the Korean Constabulary for their bravery and honorable service and recognizes members of the Constabulary for their 1946-1948 service. Urges the government of the Republic of Korea to reevaluate its military benefits program, including the benefits provided to Constabulary veterans. | 2020-07-23T15:27:04Z | |
| 110-hres-1435 | 110 | hres | 1435 | Recognizing the 70th anniversary of the 1938 occurrence of Kristallnacht, The Night of Broken Glass. | International Affairs | 2008-09-15 | 2008-09-23 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Hodes, Paul W. [D-NH-2] | NH | D | H001043 | 43 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht. Pays tribute to the over 6,000,000 Jewish people who were killed during the Holocaust. Recommits the United States to continued vigilance against these kind of atrocities and urges the international community to fight against organized aggression directed at religious, ethnic, and other minority groups. | 2022-02-03T05:12:19Z | |
| 110-sres-660 | 110 | sres | 660 | A resolution condemning ongoing sales of arms to belligerents in Sudan, including the Government of Sudan, and calling for both a cessation of such sales and an expansion of the United Nations embargo on arms sales to Sudan. | International Affairs | 2008-09-15 | 2008-09-27 | Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 30 | Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the United States should seek a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Darfur, Sudan, and should continue to pursue a political solution to the deployment of the United Nations-African Union Mission peacekeeping forces in Darfur; (2) the United States supports U.N. Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1591 imposing an arms embargo on all belligerents in Darfur; (3) in light of the transferred arms in Darfur from China and Russia and the government of Sudan's insistence that it will not abide by the embargo, all U.N. member states should cease all arms sales to the government of Sudan; and (4) the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations should seek an expansion of the arms embargo imposed by Resolutions 1556 and 1591. | 2019-11-15T21:52:32Z | |
| 110-hres-1431 | 110 | hres | 1431 | Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Defense and the Department of State should withhold funds for any new reconstruction projects in Iraq until the Iraqi Government reimburses the United States for previous reconstruction projects, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-09-11 | 2008-09-11 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Stearns, Cliff [R-FL-6] | FL | R | S000822 | 0 | Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State should withhold funds for any new reconstruction projects in Iraq until the Iraqi government reimburses the United States for previous reconstruction projects; and (2) any future reconstruction assistance to Iraq should be provided only if the Iraqi government agrees to match such assistance on a dollar-for-dollar basis. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-s-3470 | 110 | s | 3470 | Support for Iraq Oil Trust Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-11 | 2008-09-11 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 1 | Support for Iraq Oil Trust Act of 2008 - Withholds specified percentages of Economic Support Fund assistance for Iraq unless the Secretary of State certifies within specified time periods to the appropriate congressional committees that U.S. government representatives have presented an oil trust plan to Iraqi government representatives. | 2019-11-15T21:52:04Z | |
| 110-hres-1424 | 110 | hres | 1424 | Supporting humanitarian assistance, the protection of civilians, and accountability for abuses in Somalia, and urging concrete progress in line with the Transitional Federal Charter of Somalia toward the establishment of a viable government of national unity. | International Affairs | 2008-09-10 | 2008-09-10 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5] | MN | D | E000288 | 1 | Supports humanitarian assistance, the protection of civilians, and accountability for abuses in Somalia. Encourages the Transitional Federal Government to: (1) take steps toward establishing a democratically elected government that represents the people of Somalia; and (2) work to achieve sustainable peace in the region. | 2019-11-15T21:10:14Z | |
| 110-hconres-409 | 110 | hconres | 409 | Supporting the awarding of a Membership Action Plan to the Republic of Georgia and Ukraine at the meeting of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Foreign Ministers in December 2008. | International Affairs | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-09 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-19] | IL | R | S000364 | 19 | Reaffirms support for continued enlargement of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to include democratic governments that are able and willing to meet membership responsibilities. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the expansion of NATO contributes to its effectiveness; and (2) the United States should take the lead in supporting the awarding of a Membership Action Plan to the Republic of Georgia and to Ukraine at the December 2008 meeting of the NATO Foreign Ministers. | 2020-07-23T15:27:04Z | |
| 110-hr-6846 | 110 | hr | 6846 | Iraq Security Agreement Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-09 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Armed Services, and Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] | CA | D | L000551 | 13 | Iraq Security Agreement Act of 2008 - Directs the President to report annually to the appropriate congressional committees respecting U.S. security commitments to, and arrangements with, other countries. Directs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense to consult with the appropriate congressional committees respecting negotiations pursuant to the Declaration of Principles between the United States and Iraq. Prohibits any agreement (or the obligation of implementing funds) containing a security commitment to, or security arrangement with, the Republic of Iraq, from entering into force except pursuant to Article II, section 2, clause 2 (relating to treaties) or Article I, section 7, clause 2 (relating to enactment of laws) of the Constitution of the United States. | 2022-02-03T05:16:18Z | |
| 110-hr-6851 | 110 | hr | 6851 | Republic of Georgia Enhanced Trade Assistance, Economic Recovery, and Reconstruction Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-09 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Financial Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. | House | Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. [D-FL-23] | FL | D | H000324 | 0 | Republic of Georgia Enhanced Trade Assistance, Economic Recovery, and Reconstruction Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Commerce to work with the governments of the Republic of Georgia, Ukraine, Turkey, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia to expand trade, business, and economic opportunities, including through the existing free trade zone at the Georgian port of Poti and the Enhanced Partnership in Northern Europe (e-PINE). Directs: (1) the Secretary of State to provide assistance for Georgia's economic recovery and infrastructure reconstruction; and (2) the Secretary of the Treasury to use U.S. influence at international financial institutions to expand assistance for Georgia's reconstruction and development. | 2021-06-07T20:06:17Z | |
| 110-s-3455 | 110 | s | 3455 | Rescission of Unneeded Iraq Reconstruction Funds Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. | Senate | Sen. Dorgan, Byron L. [D-ND] | ND | D | D000432 | 0 | Rescinds any amounts that remain unexpended in: (1) the Iraq Relief and Reconstruction Fund; (2) the Iraq Security Forces Fund; and (3) the Economic Support Fund authorized under chapter 4 of part II of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 that are available for Iraq. | 2019-11-15T21:46:08Z | |
| 110-s-3457 | 110 | s | 3457 | Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Ethiopia Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-09-09 | 2008-09-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 1 | Support for Democracy and Human Rights in Ethiopia Act of 2008 - States that the President should take additional steps to support the implementation of democracy and governance institutions and organizations in Ethiopia consistent with the Ethiopian Constitution of 1994 and related national law, including: (1) support of democracy development; (2) promotion of judicial independence; (3) support of human rights programs, especially regarding women and minorities; (4) expansion of the Voice of America (VOA) and other independent media; (5) support of international efforts to gain full access to the Ogaden and other conflict-affected regions; and (6) support of a United Nations Special Envoy to launch a dialogue to bring about the normalization of relations between Ethiopia and Eritrea and who works with both governments to address issues of stability both along their border as well as more broadly across the Horn of Africa, including in Somalia. Authorizes appropriations. | 2019-11-15T21:52:04Z | |
| 110-s-3450 | 110 | s | 3450 | A bill to provide for the rescission of funds made available for fiscal year 2009 for Iraq reconstruction. | International Affairs | 2008-09-08 | 2008-09-08 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Appropriations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8134) | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 0 | Rescinds specified Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2008 funds: (1) under the Economic Support Fund for Iraq; and (2) under the Iraq Security Forces Fund. | 2019-11-15T21:46:08Z | |
| 110-hr-6812 | 110 | hr | 6812 | To prohibit United States foreign assistance to countries with budget surpluses. | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-08-01 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] | NC | R | J000255 | 0 | Prohibits the provision of U.S. foreign assistance to a country with a budget surplus (as defined by this Act). | 2019-11-15T21:10:17Z | |
| 110-hres-1409 | 110 | hres | 1409 | Recognizing the great strides made by the majority of countries participating in the Summer Olympic Games to increase the participation of women in sports and in the Summer Olympic Games, calling on the International Olympic Committee and all countries to take concrete steps to increase the participation of women in the 2012 Summer Olympic Games, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-08-01 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3] | CT | D | D000216 | 9 | Recognizes the great strides made by the majority of competing countries to increase the participation of women in the Summer Olympic Games and in sports. Applauds countries with policies that enable women's participation in sports to coexist with traditional cultural and religious practices.Urges: (1) the International Olympic Committee to advocate for improved opportunities for women to participate in sports and to work with all countries to provide financial support and adequate facilities for women athletes; and (2) the Committee and all countries to increase efforts to enhance such participation, to strive to make the 2012 Summer Olympic Games the first at which women are on delegations from every participating country, and to ensure a record number of women competitors at the 2012 Games. | 2021-04-20T12:59:43Z | |
| 110-hres-1410 | 110 | hres | 1410 | Supporting efforts to advance United States international diplomacy and engagement in order to restore United States credibility abroad. | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-08-01 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4] | WI | D | M001160 | 11 | Recognizes that: (1) support for free speech is a hallmark of our nation's political discourse; and (2) achieving national security and international priorities will require restraint and wisdom on the part of our nation's leaders and diplomats, particularly the use of provocative language which may undermine legitimate diplomatic and national security efforts.Expresses concern about the potential adverse effects of growing negative perceptions of the United States on efforts to address global threats facing our nation.Calls on all parties, including the Administration and the international community, to engage in activities that are conducive to dialogue and diplomacy. | 2021-04-20T12:59:44Z | |
| 110-s-3426 | 110 | s | 3426 | Foreign Service Overseas Pay Equity Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-09-23 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 1047. | Senate | Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000148 | 5 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Foreign Service Overseas Pay Equity Act of 2008 - Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to: (1) extend comparability pay adjustments to Foreign Service members assigned abroad; and (2) amend the death gratuity computation payable to surviving dependents of Foreign Service employees who die from injuries sustained in the performance of duty abroad. | 2022-02-03T05:19:13Z | |
| 110-s-3433 | 110 | s | 3433 | Iraq Security Agreement Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-08-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8040-8041) | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 4 | Iraq Security Agreement Act of 2008 - Directs the President to report annually to the appropriate congressional committees respecting U.S. security commitments to, and arrangements with, other countries. Directs the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense to consult with the appropriate congressional committees respecting negotiations pursuant to the Declaration of Principles between the United States and Iraq. Prohibits any agreement (or the obligation of implementing funds) containing a security commitment to, or security arrangement with, the Republic of Iraq, from entering into force except pursuant to Article II, section 2, clause 2 (relating to treaties) or Article I, section 7, clause 2 (relating to enactment of laws) of the Constitution of the United States. | 2019-11-15T21:52:05Z | |
| 110-s-3445 | 110 | s | 3445 | Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-08-01 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 939. | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Comprehensive Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act of 2008 - Title I: Sanctions - (Sec. 102) Amends the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 (formerly the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996) to expand the definitions of: (1) "person" to include financial institutions, insurers, underwriters, guarantors, other business organizations, including foreign subsidiaries, and export credit agencies; and (2) "petroleum resources" to include petroleum by-products, oil or liquefied natural gas or liquefied natural gas tankers, and products used to construct or maintain pipelines used to transport oil or liquefied natural gas. (Sec. 103) Subjects Iran to certain economic sanctions. Prohibits direct or indirect: (1) importation of Iranian articles into the United States, except information and informational materials; and (2) exportation to Iran of U.S. articles, except agricultural commodities, medicine and medical devices, humanitarian assistance articles, information materials, and, subject to specified conditions, goods, services, or technologies necessary to ensure the safe operation of commercial U.S. passenger aircraft. Directs the President to: (1) freeze the assets of Iranian diplomats and representatives of other Iranian government and military or quasi-governmental institutions who are subject to sanctions under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act or other provision of law; (2) freeze the assets of family members or associates of sanctioned Iranian persons who receive transfers of assets or property from such sanctioned persons on or after January 1, 2008; and (3) report the names of sanctioned persons to the appropriate congressional committees. Authorizes the President to waive such sanctions in the U.S. national interest. (Sec. 104) Subjects a U.S. person (parent company) to penalties for acts committed by a subsidiary established by such person… | 2022-02-03T05:09:28Z | |
| 110-sres-643 | 110 | sres | 643 | A resolution calling for greater dialogue between the Dalai Lama and the Government of China regarding rights for the people of Tibet, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-08-01 | 2008-09-17 | Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S8960-8961) | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Urges the Dalai Lama or his representatives and the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to begin negotiations for a solution that addresses the legitimate grievances of, and provides genuine autonomy for, the Tibetan people. Affirms that the human rights of Tibetans and their right to practice religion free of government regulation is not an internal matter of any one country. Calls on the U.S. government to press the PRC to: (1) respect freedom of speech and freedom of association and to release those who have committed no crime other than peaceful protest; and (2) allow Tibetans to practice their religion freely. | 2019-11-15T21:52:33Z | |
| 110-hr-6742 | 110 | hr | 6742 | Ambassadors Qualification Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Johnson, Eddie Bernice [D-TX-30] | TX | D | J000126 | 5 | Ambassadors Qualification Act of 2008 - Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to specify certain qualifications to be eligible to serve as an ambassador or an ambassador at large. | 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z | |
| 110-hres-1398 | 110 | hres | 1398 | Expressing the grave concern of Congress regarding the continued gross violations of political, civil, and human rights of the Syrian people by the Government of the Syrian Arab Republic, calling on the Government of Syria to immediately and unconditionally release prisoners of conscience and other political prisoners, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Ackerman, Gary L. [D-NY-5] | NY | D | A000022 | 0 | Condemns: (1) the gross violations of the political, civil, and human rights of the Syrian people by the government of the Syrian Arab Republic; and (2) the arrest and unjust conviction and imprisonment of prisoners of conscience. Calls on the government of Syria to end the torture and mistreatment of prisoners and to lift the state of emergency that has been imposed for over 44 years. Calls on the President and the Secretary of State to: (1) consider pursuing further actions at the United Nations (UN) to draw attention to Syria's deplorable record on human rights and the plight of Syrian political prisoners and prisoners of conscience; and (2) make political, civil, and human rights a priority in bilateral relations with Syria. | 2019-11-15T21:10:16Z | |
| 110-hres-1400 | 110 | hres | 1400 | Expressing the Nation's sincerest appreciation for the service of the World War II Filipino veterans who fought in the Armed Forces on the 67th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's military order. | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-49] | CA | R | I000056 | 2 | Honors and extends sincere appreciation to the veterans of the Philippine Commonwealth Army during World War II for their sacrifice to the United States during a time of war, and for their selfless service. | 2019-11-15T21:10:15Z | |
| 110-hres-1402 | 110 | hres | 1402 | Supporting a transition to democracy through free, fair, credible, peaceful, and transparent elections in Bangladesh. | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-09-23 | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. | House | Rep. Crowley, Joseph [D-NY-7] | NY | D | C001038 | 41 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Expresses support for: (1) the restoration of democracy in Bangladesh; and (2) the decision by the caretaker government of Bangladesh to hold free elections in December 2008. Urges all political parties to participate in the elections. Calls on the government of Bangladesh to lift the state of emergency and remove other political restrictions, ensure human rights, freedom of speech, assembly, and association, and protect the rights of religious and ethnic minorities, particularly Hindus, Christians, Buddhists, Ahmadis, and non-Muslim tribal peoples. Urges the President to: (1) work toward the return of democracy to Bangladesh as a high priority of U.S. foreign policy; and (2) consider, upon completion of an internationally-accepted free and fair election, extending generous economic support to Bangladesh. | 2022-02-03T05:12:06Z | |
| 110-hres-1405 | 110 | hres | 1405 | Congratulating the Republic of Latvia on the 90th anniversary of its declaration of independence. | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-07-31 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Shimkus, John [R-IL-19] | IL | R | S000364 | 29 | Congratulates the people of Latvia on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of that country's November 18, 1918, declaration of independence. Commends the government of Latvia for its success in implementing political and economic reforms. Recognizes the common goals and shared values of the people of Latvia, Estonia, and Lithuania and their tragic history in the last century under the Nazi and Soviet occupations. | 2021-09-29T14:58:10Z | |
| 110-s-3370 | 110 | s | 3370 | Libyan Claims Resolution Act | International Affairs | 2008-07-31 | 2008-08-04 | Became Public Law No: 110-301. | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 6 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Libyan Claims Resolution Act - States that Congress supports the President's efforts to provide fair compensation to all U.S. nationals who have terrorism-related claims against Libya as part of the process of restoring normal U.S.-Libya relations. Defines "claims agreement" as a binding international agreement between the United States and Libya that provides for the settlement of terrorism-related claims of U.S. nationals against Libya through fair compensation Authorizes the Secretary of State, after consultation with the appropriate congressional committees, to designate one or more entities to assist in providing compensation to U.S. nationals pursuant to a claims agreement. States that: (1) upon such designation property that relates to the claims agreement and that is held by or transferred to or from a designated entity shall be immune from attachment or any other judicial process; (2) such entity and any person acting through or on its behalf shall not be liable in any federal or state court for any action taken to implement a claims agreement; and (3) such entity shall not be subject to the Government Corporation Control Act. Exempts Libya (and related instrumentalities and individuals) from specified property liens and attachments, limitations on foreign jurisdictional immunity, and private rights of action if the Secretary certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the U.S. government has received sufficient funds pursuant to the claims agreement to ensure: (1) payment of specified settlements to the Pan Am 103 victims’ families, the LaBelle Disco bombing victims, and other relevant terrorism cases; and (2) fair compensation of specified claims by U.S. nationals against Libya for wrongful death or physical injury in cases pending on the date of enactment of this Act. (Applies such provisions only to conduct or events occurring before June 30, 2006.) States that t… | 2023-11-13T20:30:51Z | |
| 110-hr-6655 | 110 | hr | 6655 | Liberia SEEDS Act of 2008 | International Affairs | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-30 | Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. | House | Rep. Jackson, Jesse L., Jr. [D-IL-2] | IL | D | J000283 | 33 | Liberia Stabilization, Economic Empowerment, Development and Security Act of 2008 or the Liberia SEEDS Act of 2008 - Authorizes the President to provide assistance to Liberia for the following: (1) roads and bridges; (2) rehabilitation of Monrovia Freeport; (3) water and sanitation; (4) the electricity sector; (5) vocational education programs for war-affected youth and ex-combatants; (6) establishment of a government employee training institute and enhancement of government accountability and effectiveness; (7) narcotics control and law enforcement; (8) educational exchanges; and (9) the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Liberia. | 2021-04-20T15:24:30Z | |
| 110-sres-632 | 110 | sres | 632 | A resolution calling on the Governments of the People's Republic of China and the international community to use the upcoming Olympic Games as an opportunity to push for the parties to the conflicts in Sudan, Chad, and the Central African Republic to cease hostilities and revive efforts toward a peaceful resolution of their national and regional conflicts. | International Affairs | 2008-07-30 | 2008-07-30 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7789-7790) | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 12 | Expresses continued support and sympathy for the hundreds of thousands of civilians of Sudan, Chad, and the Central African Republic who have been affected by the ongoing violence and regional instability. Urges: (1) the United Nations, the African Union, and other international leaders to use the unique opportunity presented by the Olympics to promote peace, dialogue, and reconciliation in areas of conflict; (2) the government of China to press the Sudanese government to commit to a cessation of hostilities, allow the full deployment of UNAMID peacekeeping forces, and engage in good faith in efforts to rejuvenate peace talks; (3) the government of Sudan and other armed actors in the region to cease hostilities; (3) the President and the international community to ensure that mediation efforts are supported and backed by credible leverage through targeted pressure and an enforced arms embargo; and (4) the United Nations and the African Union to use the opportunity presented by a cessation of hostilities to fully deploy and equip UNAMID as well as strengthen the UN Mission in Sudan to better monitor the Abyei region. Welcomes the efforts of the new joint African Union-United Nations mediator, Mr. Djibril Bassole, to revive a comprehensive peace process, demobilize militias, and promote voluntary return of internally displaced persons and refugees. Encourages the UN Secretary-General and other international leaders to publicly promote the principles reflected in the Olympic Truce among all the warring parties in Sudan, Chad, the Central African Republic, and other conflict areas around the world. | 2019-11-15T21:52:04Z |
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