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| 109-s-4052 | 109 | s | 4052 | North Korea Refugee Relief and Reconstruction Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-11-15 | 2006-11-15 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10965-10966) | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 0 | North Korea Refugee Relief and Reconstruction Act of 2006 - States that purpose of this Act is to help the people of North Korea gain freedom from political oppression. Establishes in the Treasury the North Korea Refugee Relief and Reconstruction Fund. Authorizes the President to use Fund amounts for: (1) refugee relief, relocation, and resettlement assistance; and (2) Korean reunification and reconstruction assistance. Expresses the sense of Congress that the governments of South Korea, Japan, China, and Russia and other concerned governments should make commensurate commitments to: (1) assist refugees fleeing political oppression in North Korea; and (2) meet humanitarian and reconstruction needs arising in connection with the reunification of North Korea with South Korea, or the emergence in North Korea of a national government committed to respect for human rights, nonproliferation, and peaceful relations with the United States and the other countries in the region. | 2023-01-12T17:51:58Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4052 |
| 109-s-4048 | 109 | s | 4048 | Exit the OECD Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-11-14 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] | OK | R | I000024 | 0 | Exit the OECD Act of 2006 - Prohibits the expenditure of federal funds for activities or projects undertaken by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. | 2023-01-12T17:51:58Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4048 |
| 109-s-4049 | 109 | s | 4049 | A bill to provide for the redeployment of United States forces from Iraq by July 1, 2007. | International Affairs | 2006-11-14 | 2006-11-14 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 1 | States that it is U.S. policy to redeploy U.S. forces from Iraq by July 1, 2007, while maintaining in Iraq the minimal level of U.S. forces sufficient to engage directly in targeted counterterrorism activities, train Iraq security forces, and protect U.S. infrastructure and personnel in Iraq. Directs the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of State to jointly submit to Congress a report setting forth the strategy for such redeployment. | 2023-01-12T17:51:58Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4049 |
| 109-s-4046 | 109 | s | 4046 | Iraq Reconstruction Accountability Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-11-13 | 2006-12-20 | Became Public Law No: 109-440. | Senate | Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME] | ME | R | C001035 | 29 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Iraq Reconstruction Accountability Act of 2006 - Amends the John Warner National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2007 to change the date for termination of the Office of the Special Inspector General for Iraq Reconstruction (Office). Provides that the Office shall terminate 10 months after 80% of the funds appropriated or made available for the Iraq Relief and Reconstruction Fund have been expended. Requires the Special Inspector General, prior to the termination date of the Office, to prepare a final forensic audit report on all funds appropriated or made available to the Iraq Relief and Reconstruction Fund. | 2023-01-31T21:12:41Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4046 |
| 109-s-3994 | 109 | s | 3994 | A bill to extend the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996. | International Affairs | 2006-09-29 | 2006-11-13 | Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 661. | Senate | Sen. Reid, Harry [D-NV] | NV | D | R000146 | 0 | Amends the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996 to extend the authorities provided in such Act until November 17, 2006. | 2018-02-04T01:46:37Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3994 |
| 109-s-4014 | 109 | s | 4014 | NATO Freedom Consolidation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-29 | 2006-12-05 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 13 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) NATO Freedom Consolidation Act of 2006 - Supports enlargement of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Designates Albania, Croatia, Georgia, and Macedonia as eligible to receive assistance under the NATO Participation Act of 1994. States that such designation: (1) is in addition to the designation of Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia pursuant to the NATO Enlargement Facilitation Act of 1996, the designation of Romania, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Bulgaria pursuant to the European Security Act of 1998, and the designation of Slovakia pursuant to the Gerald B. H. Solomon Freedom Consolidation Act of 2002 as eligible to receive assistance under the NATO Participation Act of 1994; and (2) shall not preclude the designation by the President of other countries as eligible to receive assistance under the NATO Participation Act of 1994. Specifies FY2007 amounts under the Arms Export Control Act for: (1) Albania; (2) Croatia; (3) Georgia; and (4) Macedonia. Affirms that Congress stands ready to consider, and if all applicable criteria are satisfied, to support efforts by Ukraine to join NATO. | 2023-01-12T17:51:58Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4014 |
| 109-s-4032 | 109 | s | 4032 | Iran Nuclear Nonproliferation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-29 | 2006-09-29 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 4 | Iran Nuclear Nonproliferation Act of 2006 - States that it should be U.S. policy to neither negotiate nor seek to bring into force an agreement for cooperation with the government of any country that is assisting Iran's nuclear program or transferring advanced conventional weapons or missiles to Iran unless the President has made specified determinations under this Act. States that no agreement for cooperation between the United States and the government of any country that is assisting Iran's nuclear program or transferring advanced conventional weapons or missiles to Iran may be submitted to the President or to Congress pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, no such agreement may enter into force with such country, no export license may be issued to such country for any nuclear material, facilities, components, or other goods, services, or technology that would be subject to such agreement, and no approval may be given for the transfer or retransfer to such country of any nuclear material, facilities, components, or other goods, services, or technology that would be subject to such agreement, until the President determines and reports to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on International Relations that: (1) Iran has suspended all enrichment-related and reprocessing-related activity, has committed to verifiably refrain permanently from such activity, and is abiding by that commitment; or (2) the government of the country that is assisting Iran's nuclear program or transferring advanced conventional weapons or missiles to Iran has suspended all nuclear assistance to Iran and all transfers of advanced conventional weapons and missiles to Iran, and is committed to maintaining that suspension until Iran has implemented measures that would permit the President to make such determination. | 2023-01-12T17:52:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/4032 |
| 109-s-3971 | 109 | s | 3971 | Iran Freedom Support Act | International Affairs | 2006-09-28 | 2006-09-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 9 | Iran Freedom Support Act - States that: (1) specified U.S. sanctions, controls, and regulations with respect to Iran shall remain in effect. Authorizes the President to terminate such sanctions in whole or in part upon congressional notification; and (2) nothing in this Act shall affect sanctions, controls, or regulations relating to Iranian support of international terrorism. Amends the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996 to: (1) eliminate mandatory sanction provisions respecting Libya; (2) impose mandatory sanctions on a person or entity that aids Iran acquire or develop weapons of mass destruction or destabilizing types and numbers of conventional weapons; (3) require that Iran be determined to pose no significant threat to U.S. national security, interests, or allies in order to lift sanctions against entities investing in Iran's petroleum industry; (4) extend the sunset provision; and (5) rename such Act as the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996. Authorizes the President to provide financial and political assistance to eligible foreign and domestic individuals and groups that support democracy in Iran. Expresses the sense of Congress that it should be U.S. policy to: (1) not bring into force an agreement for cooperation with the government of any country that is assisting the nuclear program of Iran or transferring advanced conventional weapons or missiles to Iran; and (2) support independent human rights and peaceful pro-democracy forces in Iran. Includes money laundering activities involved in the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction or missiles in the federal provisions regulating certain monetary transactions. | 2023-01-12T17:52:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3971 |
| 109-s-3949 | 109 | s | 3949 | Illegal Immigration Source Study and Focus Act | International Affairs | 2006-09-27 | 2006-09-27 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10291) | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 0 | Illegal Immigration Source Study and Focus Act - Directs the Secretary of State to conduct a study and report to Congress every five years respecting: (1) the geographic areas in Mexico from which large numbers of residents and large percentages of the population are leaving to illegally enter the United States; and (2) the social, political, and economic conditions in such areas that contribute to such illegal immigration. Directs the United States Agency for International Development (USAID): (1) in consultation with the Secretary, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and appropriate Mexican officials, to designate up to four geographic areas within Mexico as Immigration Impact Focus Areas; and (2) in consultation with the Secretary, to develop a plan to concentrate economic development and humanitarian assistance provided to Mexico in such Areas. | 2023-01-12T17:52:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3949 |
| 109-s-3925 | 109 | s | 3925 | Foreign Affairs Management Authorities Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-21 | 2006-09-25 | Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 632. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | Department of State Authorities Act of 2006 - Provides certain authorities for the Department of State and the Broadcasting Board of Governors. Amends provisions respecting: (1) fraud prevention; (2) protective functions; (3) education allowances; (4) property disposition; (5) protection of North Korean refugees; (6) discrimination; (7) passport fees; (8) personal services contracting; (9) contracting prohibition; (10) Foreign Service compensation; (11) maternal and prenatal care for persons in Belarus and Ukraine affected by Chernobyl; and (12) the dual gateway policy of Ireland. Authorizes the President to extend privileges and immunities to the African Union (AU), the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations, and the Bank for International Settlements. | 2018-02-04T01:40:08Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3925 |
| 109-s-3909 | 109 | s | 3909 | Education for All Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-18 | 2006-09-18 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] | NY | D | C001041 | 0 | Education for All Act of 2006 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to state that it is U.S. policy to work with foreign countries and international organizations to: (1) assist developing countries committed to serious reforms to provide all children with quality elementary and secondary education; and (2) provide incentives to encourage educational system reform and educational service improvement in countries lacking such commitment. Requires the President to establish an Education for All Task Force to carry out such policy and to develop a unified strategy to promote universal basic education. Authorizes the President to provide funds or other assistance to eligible entities to assist a foreign country in developing and implementing a comprehensive national education plan that allows its citizens to access and complete basic education. Sets forth plan requirements. Authorizes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to establish an education fellowship program to increase the expertise of agency personnel in promoting universal basic education and to carry out this Act. | 2023-01-12T17:52:06Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3909 |
| 109-s-3884 | 109 | s | 3884 | Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-11 | 2006-09-12 | Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 604. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 9 | Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2006 - Sets forth the sense of Congress with respect to the situation in Darfur, Sudan, including the sense of Congress that the atrocities unfolding in Darfur are genocide, and the need for U.S. and international involvement in Darfur. Amends the Comprehensive Peace in Sudan Act of 2004 to direct the President, with waiver authority upon congressional notification, to block the assets and deny visas and entry to any individual complicit in or responsible for acts of genocide, war crimes, or crimes against humanity in Darfur, including certain family members or associates of such individual. Authorizes the President to provide assistance to reinforce an expanded African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS). States that the President should take steps to deny the government of Sudan access to oil revenues, including prohibiting U.S. port entry to cargo ships or oil tankers engaged in trade activities in Sudan's oil sector or involved in the shipment of goods for the Armed Forces of Sudan until the government of Sudan has honored its commitments to cease attacks on civilians, demobilize and demilitarize the Janjaweed and associated militias, grant access for humanitarian assistance, and allow for the safe and voluntary return of refugees and internally displaced persons. Exempts from such prohibition cargo ships or oil tankers involved in: (1) an internationally recognized demobilization program or the shipment of economic assistance; or (2) the shipment of certain military assistance. Prohibits, with national interest waiver authority, U.S. assistance to a country in violation of U.N. Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1591 (embargo on military assistance to Sudan). States that certain restrictions against the government of Sudan shall remain in place until the President makes specified certifications to the appropriate congressional committees regarding the government of Sudan. Amends the Assistance for International Malaria Control Act to repeal provisions authorizing the Pr… | 2018-02-04T01:36:27Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3884 |
| 109-s-3870 | 109 | s | 3870 | Iran Human Rights Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-09-07 | 2006-09-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 0 | Iran Human Rights Act of 2006 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) there is a direct relationship between the state of freedom and democracy within Iran and the efforts of the Iranian regime to acquire nuclear weapons and the long-term success of the global war on terror; and (2) it is essential that the issue of human rights violations in Iran should remain a top U.S. foreign policy priority independent of efforts to address the nuclear threat in Iran. Directs the President to appoint a special envoy for human rights in Iran within the Department of State to coordinate efforts to improve respect for the fundamental human rights of the people of Iran and work with organizations committed to promoting democracy in Iran. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the U.S. government should explore the possibility of a regional human rights dialogue with Iran; (2) the United Nations has a significant role to play in improving human rights in Iran; and (3) the commitment to human rights and democracy of an Iranian national who has applied for a U.S. entry visa should be considered when determining visa eligibility. Authorizes the President to provide financial and political assistance to eligible foreign and domestic individuals, organizations, and entities that support human rights and the promotion of democracy in Iran and that are opposed to the non-democratic government of Iran. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) U.S. nonhumanitarian assistance to Iran should be contingent on substantial human rights progress and transition to democracy; and (2) U.S. humanitarian assistance to any department, agency, or entity of the government of Iran should be delivered, distributed, and monitored according to internationally recognized humanitarian standards, be provided on a needs basis, and beneficiaries should be informed of the assistance's source. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) communicating democratic ideals to the people of Iran is essential to fostering change in that country; and (2) U.S. pu… | 2023-01-12T17:52:07Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3870 |
| 109-s-3878 | 109 | s | 3878 | A bill to provide compensation for United States citizens taken hostage by terrorists or State sponsors of terrorism. | International Affairs | 2006-09-07 | 2006-09-07 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Allen, George [R-VA] | VA | R | A000121 | 1 | Authorizes the President to compensate a U.S. national, or his or her estate, who: (1) has a claim pending in U.S. court against a foreign state seeking compensation for injuries caused by an act of hostage-taking, or has obtained a judgment on such a claim that has not been fully satisfied; (2) on or after August 2, 1990, and while not serving on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, was taken hostage by a terrorist party; or (3) was a representative plaintiff or class member in Case Number 1:00CV03110(EGS) in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. Bars a person who has accepted compensation under this Act from commencing or maintaining a U.S. civil action seeking compensation for such injuries or damages associated with such hostage taking against a foreign state or its agencies or instrumentalities. Funds compensation under this Act from the Hostage Victims Fund, into which the President shall direct deposits from: (1) blocked assets of terrorist parties; (2) amounts received against any person in connection with the U.N. Oil for Food Program; or (3) amounts received as a result of any fine or forfeiture in connection with a violation of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, the Trading With the Enemy Act, the USA PATRIOT Act of 2001, the Bank Secrecy Act, or the Export Administration Act. Provides additional compensation for victims of the 1979 Iranian hostage taking in Tehran, including spouses and children of persons taken captive. | 2023-01-12T17:52:07Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3878 |
| 109-s-3787 | 109 | s | 3787 | Congressional Commission on the Abolition of Modern-Day Slavery Act | International Affairs | 2006-08-03 | 2006-08-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8807-8808) | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 5 | Congressional Commission on the Abolition of Modern-day Slavery Act - Defines "modern-day slavery." Establishes a congressional Commission on the Abolition of Modern-day Slavery which shall: (1) study matters relating to modern-day slavery, including vulnerabilities of commonly affected populations; (2) study the roles of the rule of law, lack of enforcement, and corruption within international law enforcement institutions that allow the proliferation of modern-day slavery; (3) review relevant governmental programs; and (4) convene additional experts from nongovernmental organizations as part of the Commission's review. States that the Commission shall seek to promote goals of: (1) providing a comprehensive evaluation of best practices to prevent modern-day slavery, to rescue and rehabilitate its victims, and to prosecute traffickers and increase accountability within countries; (2) identifying countries which provide the greatest opportunity for abolition of modern-day slavery specific to U.S. involvement; (3) examining the economic impact on communities and countries that demonstrate measured success in fighting modern-day slavery; and (4) increasing education and awareness about modern-day slavery. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3787 |
| 109-s-3800 | 109 | s | 3800 | Stop Assistance to Counterfeiters Act | International Affairs | 2006-08-03 | 2006-08-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 2 | Stop Assistance to Counterfeiters Act - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to require U.S. foreign assistance recipients to certify that such assistance will not be used to intentionally traffic in goods or services that contain counterfeit marks or for other purposes that promote the improper use of intellectual property. Exempts from such requirement direct assistance to a foreign government (or its entity) or to an international organization that is an association of representatives of national governments, including the United Nations. Directs the President to suspend or terminate assistance to a recipient who is in violation of this Act. Authorizes a national security waiver. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3800 |
| 109-s-3801 | 109 | s | 3801 | Peace in Darfur Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-08-03 | 2006-08-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 3 | Peace in Darfur Act of 2006 - Sets forth the sense of Congress with respect to the situation in Darfur, Sudan. Blocks the transfer of all assets of the government of Sudan in, or that enters into, the United States, or that comes under control of a U.S. national. Directs the Secretary of the Treasury to take appropriate enforcement actions. Prohibits: (1) any transaction within the United States or by a U.S. national respecting any vessel in which a controlling interest is held by a Sudanese person or entity; (2) the exportation to Sudan of goods, technology, or services either from the United States, requiring a federal license, or involving U.S. registered vessels or aircraft; (3) any dealing by a U.S. national in property originating in or exported from Sudan, or property intended for exportation from Sudan to any country or exportation to Sudan from any country; (4) the performance by a U.S. national of any contract in support of an industrial, commercial, public utility, or governmental project in Sudan; (5) U.S. government loans, credit, or similar financial assistance to the government of Sudan; (6) Trade and Development Agency assistance for Sudan; (7) private U.S. credit to the government of Sudan or to any entity controlled by the government of Sudan; and (8) defense articles or services to the Armed Forces of Sudan. Specifies exceptions to such sanctions, including: (1) humanitarian assistance; (2) assets, transactions, or persons under the control of the government of Southern Sudan; and (3) U.S. national security or Sudanese conflict resolutions reasons. Sets forth certification and reporting provisions respecting: (1) the situation in Darfur and any imposed sanctions on Sudan; and (2) U.S. investments in Sudan and Sudanese investments in the United States. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3801 |
| 109-s-3836 | 109 | s | 3836 | United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy Reauthorization Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-08-03 | 2006-09-13 | Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules, by Unanimous Consent. | Senate | Sen. Martinez, Mel [R-FL] | FL | R | M001162 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy Reauthorization Act of 2006 - Amends the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998, as amended by the Department of State and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2006 to extend the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy through October 1, 2009. | 2023-01-12T17:52:23Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3836 |
| 109-s-3775 | 109 | s | 3775 | African Health Capacity Investment Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-08-02 | 2006-08-02 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8614-8616) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 6 | African Health Capacity Investment Act of 2006 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to provide assistance, including through international or nongovernmental organizations, for programs to improve human health care capacity in sub-Saharan Africa. Directs the President to develop and transmit to the appropriate congressional committees a strategy for coordinating, implementing, and monitoring assistance programs for human health care capacity in sub-Saharan Africa. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3775 |
| 109-s-3769 | 109 | s | 3769 | Cuba Transition Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-08-01 | 2006-08-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV] | NV | R | E000194 | 9 | Cuba Transition Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of State to designate specified funds to be provided to the Organization of American States (OAS) for: (1) Inter-American Commission on Human Rights activities relating to the situation of human rights in Cuba; and (2) the funding of an OAS emergency fund for the deployment of human rights observers, election support, and election observation in Cuba. Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should begin consultation with: (1) governments of other Western Hemisphere countries regarding a transition in Cuba; and (2) international partners and governments regarding a multilateral diplomatic and financial support program for response to a transition in Cuba. Authorizes the President to furnish assistance and provide other support for individuals and independent nongovernmental organizations to support specified democracy-building efforts for Cuba. Authorizes appropriations to the President to establish a fund to provide assistance to a transition government in Cuba. | 2023-01-12T17:52:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3769 |
| 109-s-3741 | 109 | s | 3741 | A bill to provide funding authority to facilitate the evacuation of persons from Lebanon, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2006-07-26 | 2006-08-04 | Became Public Law No: 109-268. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 3 | (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on July 28, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends title IV of the Science, State, Justice, Commerce, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006 to increase funds available to the Department of State for emergency evacuations, notwithstanding specified transfer restrictions. Authorizes specified funds to be made available to cover the costs of facilitating the evacuation of persons from Lebanon on or after July 16, 2006. | 2023-01-31T21:14:34Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3741 |
| 109-s-3744 | 109 | s | 3744 | Abraham Lincoln Study Abroad Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-26 | 2006-07-26 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 45 | Abraham Lincoln Study Abroad Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish an Abraham Lincoln Study Abroad Program to facilitate undergraduate study abroad for academic credit. States that the Program shall consist of: (1) undergraduate fellowships (Lincoln Fellowships); and (2) grants to institutions of higher education (Lincoln Institutional Leverage Grants). | 2023-01-12T17:52:27Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3744 |
| 109-s-3722 | 109 | s | 3722 | Naval Vessels Transfer Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-25 | 2006-09-08 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Naval Vessels Transfer Act of 2006 - Authorizes the President to transfer on a grant basis to: (1) Lithuania, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ships KINGFISHER and CORMORANT; (2) Portugal, the OLIVER HAZARD PERRY class guided missile frigates GEORGE PHILIP and SIDES; and (3) Turkey, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ship BLACK HAWK. Authorizes the President to transfer on a sale basis to: (1) Taiwan, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ships ORIOLE and FALCON; (2) Turkey, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ship SHRIKE; and (3) Mexico, the AUSTIN class amphibious transport dock ships OGDEN and CLEVELAND. 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. | 2023-01-12T17:52:08Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3722 |
| 109-s-3728 | 109 | s | 3728 | North Korea Nonproliferation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-25 | 2006-10-13 | Became Public Law No: 109-353. | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 7 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) North Korea Nonproliferation Act of 2006 - Amends the Iran and Syria Nonproliferation Act to extend the provisions of such Act to North Korea. States that in view of North Korea's determination to produce missiles, nuclear weapons, and other weapons of mass destruction and to proliferate missiles, and in view of U.N. Security Council Resolution 1695 (prevention by Member states of missile and related transfers to or from North Korea), it should be U.S. policy to impose sanctions on persons who transfer such weapons and related goods and technology to and from North Korea in the same manner as persons who transfer such items to and from Iran and Syria currently are sanctioned under U.S. law. Urges all governments to comply with Resolution 1695 and to impose measures on persons involved in such proliferation that are similar to those imposed by the United States pursuant to the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act, as amended by this Act. | 2023-01-31T21:42:49Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3728 |
| 109-s-3709 | 109 | s | 3709 | An original bill to exempt from certain requirements of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 United States exports of nuclear materials, equipment, and technology to India, and to implement the United States Additional Protocol. | International Affairs | 2006-07-20 | 2006-11-16 | See also H.R. 5682. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Title I: United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation - United States-India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act - (Sec. 102) Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) strong bilateral relations with India are in the U.S. national interest; (2) the United States and India share common democratic values and the potential for increasing economic engagement; (3) commerce in civil nuclear energy with India by the United States and other countries has the potential to benefit the people of all countries; (4) such commerce also represents a significant change in U.S. policy with countries not parties to the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT); (5) any commerce in civil nuclear energy with India by the United States and other countries must be achieved in a manner that minimizes the risk of nuclear proliferation or regional arms races and maximizes India's adherence to international nonproliferation regimes, including the Guidelines of the Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG); and (6) the United States should not seek to facilitate the continuation of nuclear exports to India by any other party if such exports are terminated under U.S. law. (Sec. 103) States that it is U.S. policy with respect to any peaceful U.S.-India atomic energy cooperation: (1) to end the production by India and Pakistan of fissile materials for nuclear weapons and other nuclear explosive devices; (2) to achieve the government of India's cooperation in the full range of international nonproliferation regimes and activities; (3) to ensure India's compliance with its nonproliferation, arms control, and disarmament agreements; (4) to ensure that any safeguards agreement or Additional Protocol thereto to which India is a party with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) can reliably safeguard any export or reexport to India of any nuclear materials and equipment; (5) to meet specified requirements of the Ato… | 2022-02-03T05:26:46Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3709 |
| 109-s-3690 | 109 | s | 3690 | A bill to authorize the Secretary of State to pay the costs of evacuating nationals of the United States from the Middle East in response to the hostilities between Israel and its neighbors that began in July 2006, and to require, except in limited circumstances, the reimbursement of such costs. | International Affairs | 2006-07-19 | 2006-07-19 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] | MI | D | S000770 | 0 | Authorizes the Secretary of State to cover the costs of evacuating U.S. nationals from the Middle East in response to the Israel-Hezbollah hostilities that began in July 2006. Directs the Secretary to seek reimbursement for the evacuation of private U.S. citizens or third-country nationals, with discretionary waiver authority in the case of: (1) an evacuated person for whom reimbursement would result in undue financial hardship; and (2) a person who is unable to obtain reimbursement or credit from an air carrier for the unused portion of a commercial round-trip air fare or otherwise use such air fare. | 2023-01-12T17:52:28Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3690 |
| 109-s-3667 | 109 | s | 3667 | North Korea Nonproliferation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-14 | 2006-07-14 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7561-7562) | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 7 | North Korea Nonproliferation Act of 2006 - Amends the Iran and Syria Nonproliferation Act to extend the provisions of such Act to North Korea. States that in view of North Korea's determination to proliferate missiles, nuclear weapons, and other weapons of mass destruction it should be U.S. policy to impose sanctions on persons who transfer such weapons and related goods and technology to and from North Korea in the same manner as persons who transfer such items to and from Iran and Syria currently are sanctioned under U.S. law. Urges all governments concerned about the threat of North Korean proliferation to impose measures on persons involved in such proliferation that are similar to those imposed by the United States pursuant to the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act, as amended by this Act. | 2023-01-12T17:52:29Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3667 |
| 109-s-3651 | 109 | s | 3651 | International Child Marriage Prevention and Assistance Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-13 | 2006-12-08 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11683-11684) | Senate | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] | IL | D | D000563 | 10 | International Child Marriage Prevention and Assistance Act of 2006 - Requires the Secretary of State to develop a comprehensive strategy to reduce the incidences of child marriage around the world by further integrating this issue into U.S. development efforts. Requires the Secretary to submit reports to Congress on such strategy and on child marriage and U.S. assistance programs that address it. Authorizes the President to provide assistance for programs to reduce the incidences of child marriage and promote the empowerment of girls, including support for the treatment and reduction of fistula in countries with high rates of such surgery. Requires the Secretary to work through the U.S. Agency for International Development and other agencies of the Department of State and in conjunction with other relevant agencies as part of their ongoing research and data collection activities concerning child marriage. Requires the Secretary to include in the Department of State's Annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices a section for each country where child marriage is prevalent, outlining the status of the practice. | 2023-01-12T17:52:29Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3651 |
| 109-s-3656 | 109 | s | 3656 | HIV Prevention Youth Act | International Affairs | 2006-07-13 | 2006-07-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7518-7519) | Senate | Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] | CA | D | F000062 | 8 | HIV Prevention for Youth Act - Expresses the sense of Congress that sexually active young people who live in a country where HIV infection is spreading through the general population, rather than being confined to specific populations should be: (1) considered at high risk of contracting HIV infection; and (2) provided with the knowledge, skill-building programs, and tools to protect themselves from HIV infection. Amends the United States Leadership Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Act of 2003 to define "abstinence-until-marriage programs" as programs that place the highest priority on encouraging unmarried individuals to abstain from sexual activity, which if practiced 100% correctly and consistently is the only certain way to protect against exposure to HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. (Such programs include information on the health benefits of delayed sexual debut in reducing HIV transmission and may be used to support approaches that promote skill-building strategies for practicing abstinence.) Reserves at least 33% of the Act's appropriations for FY2006-FY2008 for prevention of the sexual transmission of HIV (currently, for HIV/AIDS prevention). Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to include within the activities for which HIV/AIDS assistance is available preventive intervention education for sexually active young people who live in a country experiencing a generalized HIV epidemic. Defines " generalized epidemic" as a country where: (1) HIV infection is spreading through the general population, rather than being confined to specific populations, such as sex workers and their clients, injecting drug users, and men who have sex with men; and (2) the HIV infection rate among people between the ages of 15 and 49 exceeds 1%. | 2023-01-12T17:52:29Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3656 |
| 109-s-3633 | 109 | s | 3633 | Protection against United Nations Taxation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-07-11 | 2006-07-11 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] | OK | R | I000024 | 32 | Protection against United Nations Taxation Act of 2006, the PUNT Act of 2006, or the Helms-Biden Reauthorization Act of 2006 - Requires the withholding of 20% of U.S. contributions to the regular budget of the United Nations (U.N.) and other applicable international organizations until the President certifies that neither the United Nations (or U.N. agencies) nor any other international organization has authority under U.S. law to impose, or has imposed or proposed, taxes or fees on the U.S. government, states, or U.S. corporations or nationals. States that such provision shall not apply to: (1) fees for publications or other fees that are not tantamount to a tax on U.S. citizens; (2) the World Intellectual Property Organization; or (3) staff assessment costs of the United Nations and its agencies. | 2023-01-12T17:52:30Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3633 |
| 109-s-3622 | 109 | s | 3622 | North American Investment Fund Act | International Affairs | 2006-06-29 | 2006-06-29 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] | TX | R | C001056 | 1 | North American Investment Fund Act - Authorizes the President to negotiate with Canada and Mexico to create a North American Investment Fund to: (1) increase the global economic competitiveness of North America; (2) promote economic development in Mexico in the areas of infrastructure, education, technology, and job training; and (3) reduce the wealth gap between Mexico and Canada, and between Mexico and the United States. States that the Fund shall: (1) be funded by all three countries, with conditions on U.S. and Canadian contributions based upon revenue measures to be taken by Mexico; and (2) operate for an initial ten-year period, and cease operation unless Canada, Mexico, and the United States agree to its continuation. | 2023-01-13T04:50:35Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3622 |
| 109-s-3520 | 109 | s | 3520 | American-Owned Property in Occupied Cyprus Claims Act | International Affairs | 2006-06-15 | 2006-06-15 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Snowe, Olympia J. [R-ME] | ME | R | S000663 | 2 | American-Owned Property in Occupied Cyprus Claims Act - Amends the International Claims Settlement Act of 1949 to urge the President to authorize the Secretary of State to begin negotiations with Turkey to allow for certain claims by U.S. nationals respecting real property in the Turkish-held portions of Cyprus. Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to establish in the Treasury a Claims Fund for the payment of unsatisfied claims of U.S. nationals against Turkey. Sets forth payment procedures. Amends federal law to grant U.S. district court jurisdiction for civil actions against any private person (any natural person or legal entity other than Turkey) by a U.S. national who owns property in the Turkish-held portion of Cyprus. | 2023-01-13T04:50:38Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3520 |
| 109-s-3322 | 109 | s | 3322 | Reconstruction and Stabilization Civilian Management Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-05-26 | 2006-06-06 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 4 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Reconstruction and Stabilization Civilian Management Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) States that the purpose of this Act is to provide for the development, as a core mission of the Department of State and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), of an expert civilian response capability to carry out stabilization and reconstruction activities in a country or region that is in, or is in transition from, conflict or civil strife. (Sec. 4) Expresses the sense of Congress respecting specified steps to improve stabilization and reconstruction activities. (Sec. 5) Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to provide assistance in stabilizing and reconstructing a country or region that is at risk of, in, or is in transition from, conflict or civil strife. Authorizes: (1) an initial appropriation for such activities, and provides that an amount for FY2007 may be made available for the development, training, and operations of the Response Readiness Corps; and (2) appropriations for replenishment of such funds. (Sec. 6) Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to establish within the Department an Office of the Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization, which shall be headed by a Coordinator. Sets forth Office functions, including: (1) monitoring political and economic instability; (2) assessing related potential crises and responses; (3) coordinating with relevant executive agencies; (4) identifying state, local, and private sector personnel available to participate in the Response Readiness Corps or the Response Readiness Reserve; (5) international coordination and information sharing; and (6) coordinating plans for joint military-civilian operations. (Sec. 7) Authorizes the Secretary: (1) in consultation with the Administrator of USAID, to establish a Response Readiness Corps to provide stabilization and reconstruction activ… | 2023-01-13T04:50:54Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/3322 |
| 109-s-2787 | 109 | s | 2787 | Western Hemisphere Energy Security Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-05-11 | 2006-09-21 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9862-9863) | Senate | Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] | ID | R | C000858 | 16 | Western Hemisphere Energy Security Act of 2006 - Authorizes U.S. persons to: (1) explore and extract hydrocarbon resources from any portion of the foreign exclusive economic zone that is contiguous to the U.S. exclusive economic zone; and (2) export without license authority all equipment necessary for the exploration for or extraction of hydrocarbon resources. Amends the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 to authorize the Secretary of the Treasury to allow under a general license employees of oil and gas producers, distributors, and shippers to travel to, from, or within Cuba to explore for and extract hydrocarbon resources from such zone. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2787 |
| 109-s-2795 | 109 | s | 2795 | A bill to exclude from admission to the United States aliens who have made investments contributing to the enhancement of the ability of Cuba to develop its petroleum resources, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2006-05-11 | 2006-05-12 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4508-4509) | Senate | Sen. Martinez, Mel [R-FL] | FL | R | M001162 | 1 | States that it shall be U.S. policy to: (1) undertake measures to deny the Cuban regime the financial resources to engage in activities that threaten U.S. national security and other interests, threaten the environment and natural resources of northern Cuba and Florida, and prolong the dictatorship that oppresses the Cuban people; and (2) deter foreign investments that would enhance the Cuban regime's ability to develop its petroleum resources. Amends the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 to exclude from U.S. entry an alien who: (1) is an officer or principal of an entity, or a shareholder who owns a controlling interest in an entity that makes an investment (as defined by this Act) of $1 million or more (or any combination of investments that equals or exceeds $1 million in any 12-month period), that significantly contributes to Cuba's ability to develop petroleum and natural gas resources off its north coast; or (2) is a spouse, minor child, or agent of such person. Exempts on a case-by-case basis entries: (1) for medical reasons or property-related litigation; or (2) where a transition government is in place. Defines "investment" for purposes of this Act. Directs the President to impose two or more specified export, procurement, financial institution, loan, or Export-Import Bank sanctions if the President determines that a person has made an investment of $1 million or more (or any combination of investments that in the aggregate equals or exceeds $1 million in any 12-month period) that contributes to the enhancement of Cuba's ability to develop petroleum resources of the submerged lands of Cuba's northern coast. | 2023-01-13T04:48:18Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2795 |
| 109-s-2765 | 109 | s | 2765 | Child Health Investment for Long-Term Development (CHILD and Newborn) Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-05-09 | 2006-05-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4213-4215) | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 1 | Child Health Investment for Long-term Development (CHILD and Newborn) Act of 2006 - Amends the the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to furnish assistance to improve the health of newborns, children, and mothers in developing countries, including activities relating to: (1) health systems and medical and health personnel training; (2) health access; (3) pharmaceutical supplies; (4) health education; (5) HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis counseling and treatment; and (6) safe water and sanitation access. Directs the President to develop a comprehensive strategy to improve the health of newborns, children, and mothers, including reducing newborn, child, and maternal mortality, in developing countries. Establishes the Interagency Task Force on Child Survival and Maternal Health in Developing Countries. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2765 |
| 109-s-2770 | 109 | s | 2770 | Andijan Accountability Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-05-09 | 2006-05-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] | AZ | R | M000303 | 7 | Andijan Accountability Act of 2006 - Expresses the sense of Congress that the government of Uzbekistan's repressive policies undermine U.S. efforts to promote stability and combat terrorism and extremism in Central Asia, and that the United States has a strong interest in promoting democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in Uzbekistan. Directs the President to provide the appropriate congressional committees with a list of officials of the government of Uzbekistan, including any current or former officials of the security services and judicial institutions, who played a substantial role in the repression of peaceful political dissent, and a list of any other Uzbek individuals who provide substantial economic and political support for the present Uzbekistan leadership. Imposes the following sanctions on such listed individuals and their immediate family members: (1) U.S. visa ineligibility; (2) prohibition on transfers of property or property interests in the United States or within the possession or control of a U.S. person; and (3) prohibition on financial transactions with a U.S. person. Authorizes the President to terminate sanctions if the Secretary of State certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the government of Uzbekistan is fully cooperating with an independent international inquiry into the 2005 Andijan massacre. | 2023-01-13T04:48:19Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2770 |
| 109-s-2749 | 109 | s | 2749 | Silk Road Strategy Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-05-04 | 2006-05-04 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 2 | Silk Road Strategy Act of 2006 - Sets forth congressional findings and expresses the sense of Congress with respect to U.S. political, diplomatic, and economic interests in, and the democaratic and stable development of, Central Asia and the South Caucasus. | 2023-01-13T04:48:20Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2749 |
| 109-s-2697 | 109 | s | 2697 | United States Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs Act | International Affairs | 2006-05-02 | 2006-09-08 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 7 | United States Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs Act - Establishes in the Department of State the position of U.S. Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Expresses the sense of Congress that a Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and the Pacific should be designated as the Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs. | 2023-01-13T04:48:21Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2697 |
| 109-s-2682 | 109 | s | 2682 | A bill to exclude from admission to the United States aliens who have made investments directly and significantly contributing to the enhancement of the ability of Cuba to develop its petroleum resources, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2006-04-27 | 2006-04-27 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3718) | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 1 | States that the Maritime Boundary Agreement Between the United States of America and the Republic of Cuba shall have no force and effect after the date of the enactment of this Act. Amends the Cuban Liberty and Democratic Solidarity (LIBERTAD) Act of 1996 to exclude from U.S. entry an alien who: (1) is an officer or principal of an entity, or a shareholder who owns a controlling interest in an entity that makes an investment of $1 million or more (or any combination of investments that equals or exceeds $1 million in any 12-month period) that significantly contributes to Cuba's ability to develop petroleum and natural gas resources off its north coast; or (2) is a spouse, minor child, or agent of such person. Exempts on a case-by-case basis entries for medical reasons or property-related litigation. Defines "investment" for purposes of this Act. | 2023-01-13T04:48:34Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2682 |
| 109-s-2657 | 109 | s | 2657 | Iran Sanctions Extension Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-04-26 | 2006-06-22 | Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Hearings held. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 2 | Iran Sanctions Extension Act of 2006 - Amends the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996 to extend the authorities under such Act with respect to Iran. (Sanctions under such Act no longer apply to Libya pursuant to Presidential Determination 2004-30, April 23, 2004.) | 2023-01-13T04:48:35Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2657 |
| 109-s-2566 | 109 | s | 2566 | Cooperative Proliferation Detection, Interdiction Assistance, and Conventional Threat Reduction Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-04-06 | 2006-05-25 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 456. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 26 | Cooperative Proliferation Detection, Interdiction Assistance, and Conventional Threat Reduction Act of 2006 - Title I: Proliferation Assistance Coordination - Cooperative Proliferation Detection and Interdiction Assistance Act of 2006 - (Sec. 103) Authorizes the President to establish a program to provide assistance to friendly foreign countries for proliferation detection and interdiction activities and for developing complementary capabilities (program). Directs the President to submit a proliferation and interdiction assistance report to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on International Relations of the House of Representatives (Committees). Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to require that the President ensure, as of FY2007, that at least 25% of nonproliferation and export control assistance is provided for transit interdiction of cargo to non-state actors and states of proliferation concern. Authorizes the President, to promote cooperation regarding the interdiction of weapons of mass destruction and related materials and delivery systems, to conclude agreements (including reciprocal maritime agreements) with other countries to prevent the transportation of such items to states and non-state actors of proliferation concern. Directs the Secretary of State to notify the Committees after determining a friendly country to be eligible for priority program assistance. Requires that at least 25% of FY2007 assistance for nonproliferation, anti-terrorism, demining and related programs and activities be made available to establish the program, unless otherwise notified as provided for under the Act. Title II: Conventional Arms Disarmament - Conventional Arms Disarmament Act of 2006 - (Sec. 203) States that it is U.S. policy to assist other governments in safeguarding or eliminating stocks of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) and other conventional weapons, including tactical missile systems, that pose a proliferation, local or regional security, or humanitarian th… | 2023-01-13T04:48:22Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2566 |
| 109-s-2489 | 109 | s | 2489 | U.S. Additional Protocol Implementation Act | International Affairs | 2006-04-03 | 2006-04-03 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 385. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the Senate reported version is repeated here.) U.S. Additional Protocol Implementation Act - Title I: General Provisions - (Sec. 101) Authorizes the President to: (1) implement this Act and the Protocol Additional to the Agreement between the United States of America and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for the Application of Safeguards in the United States of America, with Annexes, which was signed by both parties in Vienna on June 12, 1998 (Additional Protocol); and (2) designate which federal agencies shall issue or amend and enforce regulations to implement this Act and the provisions of the Additional Protocol. Title II: Complementary Access - (Sec. 201) Prohibits complementary access to any location in the United States pursuant to the Additional Protocol without the authorization of the U.S. Government. Authorizes complementary IAEA access in accordance with this Act to any location in the United States subject to access under the Additional Protocol. States that, in the event of complementary access to a privately owned or operated location, no employee of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Mine Safety and Health Administration, or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the Department of Labor may participate in the access. (Sec. 202) Prescribes complementary access procedures, including consents, administrative search warrants, and warrantless complementary access. States it is unlawful for any person willfully to fail, refuse to permit, or otherwise impede complementary access authorized by this Act, or an entry in connection with such access. Title III: Confidentiality of Information - (Sec. 301) Exempts information acquired by the U.S. Government under this Act or under the Additional Protocol from certain statutory disclosure requirements. Title IV: Enforcement - (Sec. 401) Prescribes recordkeeping procedures. Sets forth civil and criminal penalties for: (1) recordkeeping violations;… | 2022-02-03T05:31:38Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2489 |
| 109-s-2461 | 109 | s | 2461 | South Caucasus Integration and Open Railroads Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-03-28 | 2006-03-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 3 | South Caucasus Integration and Open Railroads Act of 2006 - Prohibits U.S. assistance to develop or promote rail connections or railway-related connections that do not traverse or connect with Armenia, and do traverse or connect Baku, Azerbaijan; Tbilisi, Georgia; and Kars, Turkey. | 2023-01-13T04:48:49Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2461 |
| 109-s-2465 | 109 | s | 2465 | Stop Tuberculosis (TB) Now Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-03-28 | 2006-03-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] | CA | D | B000711 | 11 | Stop Tuberculosis (TB) Now Act of 2006 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to require (currently, authorizes) the President to furnish assistance for tuberculosis (TB) prevention, treatment, and elimination. Gives priority to activities described in the Stop TB Strategy (as defined by this Act). Revises related fund use provisions. Authorizes the President, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to provide increased resources to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership to improve the capacity of countries with high TB rates and other affected countries to implement the Stop TB Strategy. Authorizes appropriations for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP) TB activities. | 2023-01-13T04:48:49Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2465 |
| 109-s-2429 | 109 | s | 2429 | A bill to authorize the President to waive the application of certain requirements under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 with respect to India. | International Affairs | 2006-03-16 | 2006-04-05 | Star Print ordered on the bill. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 10 | Authorizes the President, upon making specified determinations, to exempt a certain proposed cooperation agreement with India from requirements of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 (AEC) regarding: (1) mandatory maintenance of International Atomic Energy Agency safeguards for nuclear materials in peaceful nuclear activities; (2) certain additional export criteria and procedures; and (3) conduct resulting in termination of nuclear exports. Renders any such determinations without effect if the President finds that India has detonated a nuclear explosive device after enactment of this Act. | 2023-01-13T04:48:50Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2429 |
| 109-s-2435 | 109 | s | 2435 | Energy Diplomacy and Security Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-03-16 | 2006-06-29 | Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 15 | Energy Diplomacy and Security Act of 2006 - Expresses the sense of Congress on energy diplomacy and security. Urges the Secretary of State to seek immediately to establish: (1) strategic energy partnerships with the governments of major energy producers and major energy consumers, and with governments of other countries; (2) petroleum crisis response mechanisms with the governments of China and India; (3) a Western Hemisphere energy crisis response mechanism; and (4) a regional-based ministerial Hemisphere Energy Cooperation Forum. Urges the President to place on the agenda for discussion at the Governing Board of the International Energy Agency the merits of establishing an international energy program application procedure. Urges the Hemisphere Energy Cooperation Forum (established in response to this Act) to implement: (1) an Energy Crisis Initiative; (2) an Energy Sustainability Initiative; and (3) an Energy for Development Initiative. Encourages the Secretary to approach other governments in the Western Hemisphere to seek cooperation in establishing a Hemisphere Energy Industry Group of industry and government representatives, coordinated by the U.S. Government. | 2023-01-13T04:48:50Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2435 |
| 109-s-2392 | 109 | s | 2392 | Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-03-08 | 2006-03-08 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Boxer, Barbara [D-CA] | CA | D | B000711 | 5 | Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2006 - Expresses the sense of Congress that the protection of the rights of women and girls in Afghanistan and their full participation in the reestablishment of democracy are essential to Afghanistan's reconstruction, and to achieve such reconstruction the U.S. government must commit resources to advance the rights of women throughout Afghanistan. Amends the Afghan Freedom Support Act of 2002 to revise the provisions respecting assistance to women and girls in Afghanistan. Extends funding authority. Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should: (1) condition the provision of such assistance on the recipient adhering to international standards for women's rights and human rights; and (2) ensure that Afghan women-led nongovernmental organizations with demonstrated experience in delivering services to Afghan women and children receive grants without ethnic, religious, or any other discrimination. | 2023-01-13T04:48:51Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2392 |
| 109-s-2370 | 109 | s | 2370 | Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-03-06 | 2006-12-21 | Became Public Law No: 109-446. | Senate | Sen. McConnell, Mitch [R-KY] | KY | R | M000355 | 91 | (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the Senate on June 23, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 - (Sec. 2) States that it shall be U.S. policy to: (1) support a peaceful, two-state solution to the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians in accordance with the Performance-Based Roadmap to a Permanent Two-State Solution to the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (Roadmap), and oppose those organizations, individuals, and countries that support terrorism and violently reject such two-state solution; (2) promote democracy and the cessation of terrorism and incitement in institutions and territories controlled by the Palestinian Authority (PA); and (3) urge members of the international community to avoid contact with and refrain from financially supporting the terrorist organization Hamas until it agrees to recognize Israel, renounce violence, disarm, and accept prior agreements, including the Roadmap. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to provide assistance under such Act to the Hamas-controlled PA only during a period for which a presidential certification has determined that: (1) no PA ministry, agency, or instrumentality is controlled by Hamas unless the Hamas-controlled PA has publicly acknowledged the Jewish state of Israel's right to exist and is adhering to all previous agreements and understandings with the United States, Israel, and the international community, including agreements and understandings pursuant to the Roadmap; and (2) the Hamas-controlled PA has made demonstrable progress toward purging from its security services individuals with ties to terrorism, dismantling all terrorist infrastructure and cooperating with Israel's security services, halting anti-American and anti-Israel incitement, and ensuring democracy and financial transparency. Directs the President to make and transmit such recertifications to Congress every six months (except for the first recertification which must be made within 90 days of the initia… | 2023-12-15T17:27:29Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2370 |
| 109-s-2279 | 109 | s | 2279 | Iran and Syria Nonproliferation Enforcement Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-02-14 | 2006-02-14 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 5 | Iran and Syria Nonproliferation Enforcement Act of 2006 - Amends the Iran and Syria Nonproliferation Act respecting the imposition of sanctions under such Act to: (1) apply sanctions for a minimum two-year period; (2) apply sanctions to an identified foreign person, a successor or subsidiary, and an entity controlling more than 50% of such foreign person, successor, or subsidiary (currently, such provision applies only to a foreign person); (3) include among applicable sanctions under Executive Order 12938 certain exemptions for military, medical, or humanitarian purposes; (4) establish investment, financing, and financial assistance prohibitions; and (5) require publication of sanctions applicable to such expanded entities in the Federal Register. Authorizes the President to waive, with congressional notification, the imposition of any sanction for national security purposes. | 2023-01-13T04:49:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2279 |
| 109-s-2237 | 109 | s | 2237 | Palestinian Compliance Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-02-01 | 2006-02-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 5 | Palestinian Compliance Act of 2006 - Amends the Foreign Operations, Export Financing, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2006 to withhold financial assistance to the Palestinian Authority (PA) until presidential certification that the PA has: (1) denounced terrorism and expressed a commitment to combating terrorism; (2) committed to disarming terrorists and disarming and dismantling terrorist networks, groups, and entities; (3) committed to eliminating the incitement of terrorism and the commemoration of terrorists in Palestinian society; (4) pledged to uphold the human rights, civil liberties, and religious liberties of the Palestinian people; (5) recognized Israel's right to exist and taken appropriate steps to amend "The Covenant of the Islamic Resistance Movement" (August 18, 1988) to delete statements that are hostile to Israel and that support the use of violence; (6) renounced the use of violence as a means to resolve disputes between entities; and (7) committed to prosecuting those individuals, entities, and organizations that have committed acts of terrorism. | 2023-01-13T04:49:06Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2237 |
| 109-s-2200 | 109 | s | 2200 | United States-Poland Parliamentary Youth Exchange Program Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2006-01-26 | 2006-09-08 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 4 | United States-Poland Parliamentary Youth Exchange Program Act of 2006 - Authorizes the Secretary of State, in cooperation with the government of Poland, to establish a United States-Poland Parliamentary Youth Exchange Program for American and Polish secondary students under 19 years old to live in and attend public secondary school in the host country. Requires an annual program report to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the House International Relations Committee. Authorizes FY2007 appropriations. | 2023-01-13T04:48:22Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2200 |
| 109-s-2125 | 109 | s | 2125 | Democratic Republic of the Congo Relief, Security, and Democracy Promotion Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2005-12-16 | 2006-12-22 | Became Public Law No: 109-456. | Senate | Sen. Obama, Barack [D-IL] | IL | D | O000167 | 12 | Democratic Republic of the Congo Relief, Security, and Democracy Promotion Act of 2006 - Title I: Bilateral Action on Addressing Urgent Needs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - (Sec. 102) Sets forth specified U.S. political, social, civil, and economic policy objectives (policy objectives) with respect to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). (Sec. 103) Obligates a specified minimum amount for each of FY2006-FY2007 under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954, and the Arms Export Control Act for bilateral assistance programs in the DRC. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Department of State should submit budget requests in FY2008-FY2009 that contain appropriate bilateral assistance increases for the DRC if progress is being made toward accomplishing the policy objectives. States that the United States should work with other donor nations to increase international contributions to the DRC. (Sec. 104) Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the government of the DRC must be committed to achieving the policy objectives if U.S. and international efforts are to be effective in bringing relief, security, and democracy to the country; (2) the government of the DRC should exercise control over its Armed Forces, stop the mass rapes by its armed forces, and hold those responsible accountable before an appropriate tribunal; (3) the government of the DRC, in collaboration with international aid agencies, should establish expert teams to assess the health, counseling, and social support needs of such victims; and (4) the international community is providing substantial funding that is giving the government of the DRC an opportunity to make progress towards the policy objectives but this assistance cannot continue in perpetuity. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Secretary should withhold assistance if the government of the DRC is not making sufficient progress towards accomplishing the policy objectives. (Sec. 105) Authorizes the Secretar… | 2023-01-31T21:13:09Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2125 |
| 109-s-2096 | 109 | s | 2096 | Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-12-14 | 2005-12-14 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 5 | Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2005 - Amends the Torture Victims Relief Act of 1998 to authorize appropriations for FY2006-FY2007 to: (1) the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide grants to programs in the United States to cover the costs of services provided by domestic treatment centers in the rehabilitation of victims of torture (including treatment of the physical and psychological effects of torture), social and legal services, and research and training of health care providers outside of treatment centers or programs to enable them to provide such services; (2) the President for grants to treatment centers and programs in foreign countries that carry out projects and activities specifically designed to treat victims of torture for the physical and psychological effects of torture; and (3) the United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of Torture. | 2023-01-13T04:49:19Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2096 |
| 109-s-2095 | 109 | s | 2095 | A bill to ensure payment of United States assessments for United Nations peacekeeping operations in 2005 and 2006. | International Affairs | 2005-12-13 | 2005-12-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 1 | Amends the Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1994 and 1995 to provide for U.S. payments for 2005-2006 U.N. peacekeeping operations at 27.1%. (Current law provides for a 25% payment rate.) (Amends the Department of State and Related Agency Appropriations Act, 2005 to repeal the provision providing for 2005 payments at 27.1%.) | 2023-01-13T04:49:19Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/2095 |
| 109-s-1993 | 109 | s | 1993 | Strategy for Success in Iraq Act | International Affairs | 2005-11-10 | 2005-11-10 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] | MA | D | K000148 | 0 | Strategy for Success in Iraq Act - Directs the the President to implement a comprehensive new strategy for success in Iraq that simultaneously pursues a political solution and the redeployment of U.S. forces tied to specific political and military benchmarks, including actions to achieve the following: (1) reducing the sense of U.S. occupation of Iraq; (2) giving Sunnis a real stake in Iraq's future; (3) appointing a high-level presidential envoy to strengthen U.S. diplomatic efforts with respect to Iraq; (4) developing a new regional security structure with U.S. participation to enlist the support of the Sunni neighbors of Iraq; (5) accelerating reconstruction efforts in Iraq by providing the necessary civilian personnel, establishing civil-military reconstruction teams, streamlining fund disbursement to the provinces, expanding job creation programs, and strengthening the capacity of Iraqi government ministries; and (6) creating the military conditions for the redeployment of U.S. forces. | 2023-01-13T04:49:34Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1993 |
| 109-s-1988 | 109 | s | 1988 | A bill to authorize the transfer of items in the War Reserves Stockpile for Allies, Korea. | International Affairs | 2005-11-09 | 2005-12-30 | Became Public Law No: 109-159. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Authorizes the President to transfer to the Republic of Korea U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) obsolete or surplus munitions, equipment, and materiel (such as tanks, trucks, artillery, mortars, general purpose bombs, repair parts, barrier material, and ancillary equipment) that are intended for use as reserve stocks for the Republic of Korea and that are stockpiled in the Republic of Korea or Japan. States that: (1) the value of such concessions shall be at least equal to the transferred items' fair market value, less any DOD savings (which may not exceed the fair market value of the items transferred) from the avoidance of removal or disposition costs; and (2) such concessions may include cash compensation, services, waiver of charges otherwise payable by the United States (such as charges for demolition of U.S.-owned or U.S.-intended munitions), and other items of value. Terminates such transfer authority three years after the date of the enactment of this Act. Directs the Secretary of DOD to certify to the appropriate congressional committees whether or not the items in the War Reserves Stockpile for Allies, Korea available for transfer to the Republic of Korea are of any utility to the United States for: (1) counterterrorism operations; (2) contingency operations; (3) training; or (4) stockpile, pre-positioning, or war reserve requirements. Terminates the War Reserves Stockpile for Allies, Korea program at the conclusion of such transfer. Directs DOD to remove or dispose of any remaining items in the War Reserves Stockpile for Allies, Korea. | 2023-01-13T04:49:34Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1988 |
| 109-s-1976 | 109 | s | 1976 | Iran Nonproliferation Enforcement Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-11-08 | 2006-01-31 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S363) | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 1 | Iran Nonproliferation Enforcement Act of 2005 - Amends the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 to: (1) make sanctions mandatory, and impose a minimum two-year sanction; (2) subject controlling and subsidiary companies of a foreign person to sanctions; (3) expand sanctions to include prohibitions on U.S. investment, financing, and financial assistance; and (4) expand the justification requirements for a presidential national security waiver of sanctions. | 2023-01-13T04:49:35Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1976 |
| 109-s-1949 | 109 | s | 1949 | Cooperative Proliferation Detection, Interdiction Assistance, and Conventional Threat Reduction Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-11-01 | 2006-02-09 | Committee on Foreign Relations. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 109-880. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 1 | Cooperative Proliferation Detection, Interdiction Assistance, and Conventional Threat Reduction Act of 2005 - Cooperative Proliferation Detection and Interdiction Assistance Act of 2005 - Authorizes the President to establish a program to provide proliferation detection and interdiction assistance to friendly foreign countries and requires that at least 25% of the amount made available for nonproliferation, anti-terrorism, demining and related programs and activities for FY2006 shall be made available to establish such program. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President, in order to promote cooperation regarding the interdiction of weapons of mass destruction and related materials and delivery systems, to conclude agreements (including reciprocal maritime agreements) with other countries to prevent the transportation of such items to states and non-state actors of proliferation concern. Establishes within the Department of State an Office of Proliferation Detection and Interdiction Assistance Coordination. Provides that activities authorized to be carried out under the Nonproliferation and Disarmament Fund in the independent states of the former Soviet Union may also be carried out in other countries and with respect to international organizations when such activities are in the U.S. national interest. States that the President should ensure that, when in the national security interest of the United States, at least 25% of military assistance furnished will enhance the capabilities of friendly foreign countries to detect or interdict the illicit trafficking of weapons of mass destruction, related materials, and means of delivery and dual-use items of proliferation concern. Conventional Arms Disarmament Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of State to carry out an accelerated global program to secure or eliminate stocks of man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS), other conventional weapons, and tactical missile systems, as well as related equipment and facilities that pose a prolif… | 2023-01-13T04:49:35Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1949 |
| 109-s-1950 | 109 | s | 1950 | United States-India Energy Security Cooperation Act of 2006 | International Affairs | 2005-11-01 | 2006-07-25 | Referred to the House Committee on International Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on May 25, 2006. The summary of that version is repeated here.) United States-India Energy Security Cooperation Act of 2006 - Declares it is the policy of the United States to: (1) cooperate with India to address common energy challenges, to ensure future global energy security, and to increase the world-wide availability of clean energy; (2) promote dialogue and increased understanding between the United States and India on our respective national energy policies and strategies as an integral part of the expanding strategic partnership between the two countries; and (3) collaborate with India in energy research that fosters market-based approaches to energy security and offers the promise of technological breakthroughs that reduce oil dependency globally. Authorizes the President to establish programs in support of greater energy cooperation between the United States and India. Authorizes assistance for cooperation related to research, development, and deployment in selected areas, including: (1) clean coal and emission reduction technologies and carbon sequestration projects; (2) alternative fuel sources, such as ethanol, biomass, and coal-based fuels; (3) energy efficiency projects; (4) research related to commercially available technologies that promote the clean and efficient use of energy in India; and (5) technical assistance in support of the development by the government of India of a strategic oil reserve to allow India to cope with short-term disruptions to global oil supplies without causing shocks to India's market or the global market. Directs the Secretary of State, in coordination with the Secretary of Energy, to report to certain congressional committees on energy security cooperation between the United States and India. | 2023-01-13T04:48:22Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1950 |
| 109-s-1935 | 109 | s | 1935 | International Fund for Ireland Enhancement Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-10-27 | 2005-10-27 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 0 | International Fund for Ireland Enhancement Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) U.S. assistance for the International Fund for Ireland has contributed greatly to the economic development of Northern Ireland and that both objectives of the Anglo-Irish Agreement Support Act of 1986, economic development and reconciliation, remain critical to achieving peace in the region, especially in the economically-depressed areas; and (2) the Fund is encouraged to support programs that enhance relations between communities and enhance relations between the police and the communities they serve, promote human rights training for police, and enhance peaceful mediation in neighborhoods of continued conflict. Amends the Anglo-Irish Agreement Support Act of 1986 to encourage the Fund to support programs that: (1) enhance relations between communities, and between the police and the communities they serve; (2) promote human rights training for police; (3) enhance peaceful mediation in neighborhoods of continued conflict; (4) promote training programs to enhance the new district partnership police boards recommended by the Patten Commission; and (5) assist in the transition of former British military installations and prisons into sites for peaceful, community-supported activities, such as housing, retail, and commercial development. Authorizes FY2006-FY2007 appropriations for U.S. contributions to the Fund. Expresses the sense of Congress that at least 35% of such amount for each such fiscal year should be used to carry out programs to improve local community relations and relations between the police and the people they serve. | 2023-01-13T04:49:46Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1935 |
| 109-s-1905 | 109 | s | 1905 | A bill to clarify Foreign Service Grievance Board procedures. | International Affairs | 2005-10-20 | 2005-10-25 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to authorize the Foreign Service Grievance Board to retain an employee on the payroll while a grievance is being reviewed. | 2023-01-13T04:49:47Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1905 |
| 109-s-1886 | 109 | s | 1886 | Naval Vessels Transfer Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-10-18 | 2005-12-20 | Became Public Law No: 109-134. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 1 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Naval Vessels Transfer Act of 2005 - Authorizes the President to transfer on a grant basis to: (1) Greece, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ship PELICAN; (2) Egypt, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ships CARDINAL and RAVEN; (3) Pakistan, the SPRUANCE class destroyer ship FLETCHER; and (4) Turkey, the SPRUANCE class destroyer ship CUSHING. Authorizes the President to transfer on a sale basis to: (1) India, the AUSTIN class amphibious transport dock ship TRENTON; (2) Greece, the OSPREY class minehunter coastal ship HERON; and (3) Turkey, the SPRUANCE class destroyer ship O'BANNON. 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. | 2023-01-13T04:49:47Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1886 |
| 109-s-1862 | 109 | s | 1862 | United States-Israel Energy Cooperation Act | International Affairs | 2005-10-07 | 2005-10-24 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11766) | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 15 | United States-Israel Energy Cooperation Act - Instructs the Secretary of Energy, in implementing the Agreement between the Department of Energy of the United States of America and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure of Israel Concerning Energy Cooperation, to establish a grant program to support research, development, and commercialization of alternative renewable energy sources. Authorizes grants to promote the following: (1) solar energy; (2) biomass energy; (3) energy efficiency; (4) wind energy; and (5) fossil energy. Directs the Secretary to establish an advisory board to: (1) monitor how such grants are awarded; and (2) provide periodic performance reviews of actions taken to carry out the grant program. | 2023-01-13T04:49:48Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1862 |
| 109-s-1830 | 109 | s | 1830 | Compacts of Free Association Amendments Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-10-06 | 2006-09-29 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] | NM | R | D000407 | 3 | Compacts of Free Association Amendments Act of 2005 - Amends the Compact of Free Association Amendments Act of 2003 with respect to the provision of emergency and disaster assistance through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Provides with respect to the Republic of Palau that: (1) students from Micronesia and the Marshall Islands attending universities or colleges in Palau shall remain eligible for specified higher education assistance; and (2) government, institutions, and people of Palau shall be eligible for education assistance through FY2009 that they were eligible for in FY2003. Provides for the continuation of legal services to the citizens of Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands legally residing in the United States (including territories and possessions). Authorizes Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands to transmit videotaped programming. Authorizes the government of Palau to deposit the payment otherwise payable to the U.S. government under P.L. 101-219 (a law concerning the implementation of the Palau Compact of Free Association and insular area matters) into a trust fund if: (1) trust fund earnings are expended solely for maintenance of the road system constructed pursuant to the Compact of Free Association between the U.S. government and the government of Palau; and (2) the trust fund is established and operated pursuant to an agreement between the U.S. government and the government of Palau. Provides that in the U.S.-RMI Compact (Marshall Islands), the U.S.-FSM Compact (Micronesia), and their respective trust fund subsidiary agreements, for the purposes of taxation by the United States or its subsidiary jurisdictions, the term "state" means state, territory, or the District of Columbia. | 2023-01-13T04:48:40Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1830 |
| 109-s-1737 | 109 | s | 1737 | Iranian Nuclear Trade Prohibition Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-09-20 | 2005-09-20 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Santorum, Rick [R-PA] | PA | R | S000059 | 1 | Iranian Nuclear Trade Prohibition Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that countries should choose between trading with state sponsors of terrorism or maintaining good trade relations with the United States. Amends the Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996 to direct the President to prohibit the United States or any U.S. entity from purchasing nuclear fuel assemblies (not including low-enriched uranium) from any person or government or affiliated entity that sells nuclear fuel assemblies to Iran. Authorizes the President, with congressional notification, to waive such prohibition for national security purposes. | 2023-01-13T04:50:00Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1737 |
| 109-s-1713 | 109 | s | 1713 | Iran Nonproliferation Amendments Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-09-15 | 2005-11-22 | Became Public Law No: 109-112. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 0 | (This measure has not been amended since it was passed by the House on October 26, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Iran Nonproliferation Amendments Act of 2005 - Amends the Iran Nonproliferation Act of 2000 to state that the definition of "extraordinary payments in connection with the International Space Station" does not mean payments in cash or in kind made or to be made by the U.S. government prior to January 1, 2012, for work to be performed or services to be rendered prior to that date necessary to meet U.S. obligations under the Agreement Concerning Cooperation on the Civil International Space Station, with annex, signed at Washington January 29, 1998, and entered into force March 27, 2001, or any protocol, agreement, memorandum of understanding, or contract related thereto. (Under such Act the United States is prohibited from making such payments to the Russian Aviation and Space Agency unless specified determinations are made with respect to Russian cooperation in preventing proliferation to Iran, or to a foreign person identified as contributing to proliferation to Iran.) Prohibits any U.S. agency from making extraordinary payments and any other payments (currently, such prohibition is limited to extraordinary payments) in connection with the International Space Station to a foreign person subject to specified measures under such Act or Executive Order No. 12938. Directs the President to submit to the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on International Relations of the House of Representatives a report that identifies each Russian entity or person to whom the United States has, since the date of enactment of this Act, made a cash or in-kind payment under the Agreement. Requires such report to include: (1) the purpose of each payment; and (2) with respect to each such payment, an assessment that the payment was not prejudicial to preventing the proliferation of ballistic or cruise missile systems in Iran and other countries that have supported a… | 2023-01-13T04:50:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1713 |
| 109-s-1689 | 109 | s | 1689 | A bill to state the policy of the United States on international taxation. | International Affairs | 2005-09-13 | 2005-09-13 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Kyl, Jon [R-AZ] | AZ | R | K000352 | 5 | States that: (1) it is U.S. policy to oppose any international or global tax that is or may be considered or promoted by the United Nations, its agencies, or its member states, or by nongovernmental organizations recognized by the United Nations; and (2) such policy shall not apply to fees for publications or other types of fees that are not tantamount to a tax on a U.S. person. Directs U.S. Representatives to the United Nations to: (1) oppose any effort by the United Nations or any U.N. agency to fund, approve, or promote any proposal imposing a tax or fee on any U.S. person in order to raise revenue for the United Nations or any such agency; and (2) declare that a U.S. person shall not be subject to, or required to pay, any such international tax. | 2023-01-13T04:50:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1689 |
| 109-s-1488 | 109 | s | 1488 | Second Amendment Protection Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-07-26 | 2005-07-27 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9150) | Senate | Sen. Vitter, David [R-LA] | LA | R | V000127 | 17 | Second Amendment Protection Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should not provide financial support to international entities that abridge the constitutionally protected rights of law-abiding U.S. citizens to keep and bear arms. Prohibits U.S. funding to the United Nations for a fiscal year unless the President certifies to Congress that the United Nations has not taken action to restrict or otherwise adversely infringe upon the rights of U.S. individuals to possess a firearm or ammunition, including the imposition of a tax that will interfere with the right to own a firearm or ammunition. | 2023-01-13T04:50:23Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1488 |
| 109-s-1462 | 109 | s | 1462 | Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-07-21 | 2005-11-18 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 38 | Darfur Peace and Accountability Act of 2005 - (Sec. 4) Expresses the sense of Congress with respect to the political and humanitarian situation in Darfur, Sudan. (Sec. 5) Amends the Comprehensive Peace in Sudan Act of 2004 to direct the President, with waiver authority including congressional notification, to block the assets and deny visas and entry to any individual (and family member) responsible for acts of genocide, war crimes, or crimes against humanity in Darfur. (Sec. 6) Authorizes the President to provide assistance to reinforce the deployment and operations of an expanded African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS). Directs the President to instruct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to advocate NATO reinforcement of AMIS, upon request of the African Union (AU). Directs the President to deny the government of Sudan access to oil revenues, including by prohibiting U.S. entry to cargo ships or oil tankers engaged in the oil sector of Sudan or involved in the shipment of goods for use by the armed forces of Sudan until such time as the government of Sudan has honored its commitments to cease attacks on civilians, demobilize the Janjaweed and associated militias, grant free access for deliveries of humanitarian assistance, and allow for the safe return of refugees and internally displaced persons. (Exempts from such restriction ships or tankers involved in an internationally-recognized demobilization program or the shipment of non-lethal assistance necessary to carry the Comprehensive Peace Agreement for Sudan.) Prohibits, with waiver authority, U.S. assistance to a country in violation of U.N. Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1591(embargo on military assistance to Sudan). (Sec. 7) Directs the President to instruct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations to urge the adoption of a Security Council resolution which: (1) supports AMIS' expansion; (2) reinforces AU efforts to negotiate peace talks between the government of Sudan, the Sudan Liber… | 2023-01-13T04:49:36Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1462 |
| 109-s-1394 | 109 | s | 1394 | United Nations Reform Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-07-13 | 2005-07-14 | Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 165. | Senate | Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] | OR | R | S001142 | 5 | United Nations Reform Act of 2005 - Declares that it is incumbent upon the United Nations (U.N.) to enact significant reform measures if it is to restore the public trust. Declares it to be U.S. policy to redirect: (1) U.S. contributions to the U.N. To achieve a shift in the funding mechanisms of 18 specified organizational programs of the U.N. from the regular assessed budget to voluntarily funded programs; and (2) a portion of funds from the Public Information and General Assembly affairs and conferences services organizational programs to pursue pursue a streamlined, efficient, and accountable regular assessed budget of the United Nations. Limits the U.S. contribution to the regularly assessed U.N. budget. Requires the redirection of the amount of funds assessed to the United States if, by 2008, the funding mechanisms of one or more of the 18 specified U.N. organizational programs have not been shifted from the regular assessed budget to voluntarily funded programs. States that it shall be U.S. policy to actively pursue weighted voting with respect to budgetary and financial matter in accordance with the level of financial contributions of member states to the regular assessed U.N. budget. Requires the Secretary of State to certify the U.N. budget at an approved level and the withholding of U.S. contributions if certifications cannot be made. Sets forth required U.N.-related certifications respecting: (1) an Independent Oversight Board; (2) the Office of Internal Oversight; (3) an Office of Ethics; (4) a position of Chief Operating Officer; (5) member access to Board of Internal Auditors reports; (6) waiver of immunity; and (7) the oil-for-food program. Directs that U.S. influence be used to: (1) provide for Israel's permanent inclusion in the U.N. Western European and Others Group; (2) provide a mechanism to suspend a member state engaged in genocide or crimes against humanity; (3) establish a human rights body in the U.N.; (4) establish in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) an Office of Compliance… | 2018-02-03T21:38:28Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1394 |
| 109-s-1383 | 109 | s | 1383 | United Nations Management, Personnel, and Policy Reform Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-07-12 | 2005-07-13 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8210-8211) | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 4 | United Nations Management, Personnel, and Policy Reform Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress and sets forth congressional findings concerning the United Nations' need to: (1) institute effective management techniques and procurement procedures; (2) develop a uniformly professional international civil service; (3) improve budgeting procedures; (4) improve peacekeeping forces; (5) reorient and streamline human rights mechanisms; and (6) strengthen the independence of the Office of Internal Oversight Services, protect whistleblowers, and create a mechanism to oversee auditing and to track management and personnel reforms. Requires the President to report annually to the appropriate congressional committees on U.N. reforms. Authorizes the President to withhold 50% of U.S. annual contributions if the United Nations is not making sufficient progress in implementing such reforms. | 2023-01-13T04:50:26Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1383 |
| 109-s-1371 | 109 | s | 1371 | Ongoing Oversight of Iraq Reconstruction Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-07-01 | 2005-07-01 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Feingold, Russell D. [D-WI] | WI | D | F000061 | 3 | Ongoing Oversight of Iraq Reconstruction Act of 2005 - Amends the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense and for the Reconstruction of Iraq and Afghanistan, 2004, as amended by the Ronald W. Reagan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2005, to: (1) change the termination date for the Office of the Inspector General of the Coalition Provisional Authority from ten months after certain Iraq relief funds have been obligated to ten months after such funds have been expended; and (2) authorize additional FY2006 appropriations for such Office. Rescinds specified Iraqi relief and reconstruction fund amounts under the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defense and for the Reconstruction of Iraq and Afghanistan, 2004. | 2023-01-13T04:50:26Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1371 |
| 109-s-1315 | 109 | s | 1315 | International Cooperation to Meet the Millennium Development Goals Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-06-27 | 2005-12-22 | Held at the desk. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 5 | International Cooperation to Meet the Millennium Development Goals Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the President should continue to provide the leadership shown at the July 2005 summit of the Group of Eight to encourage other countries to pursue the Millennium Development Goals; (2) the President should urge the Group of Eight to consider the findings and recommendations contained in the report prepared by the Commission for Africa entitled "Our Common Interest"; (3) the Group of Eight, as well as governments of the countries of Africa and regional organizations of such governments, should honor the commitments made in the Group's Africa Action Plan; and (4) the international community should continue to build upon the progress made at the July 2005 summit and the September 2005 U.N. summit toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals, and should further enable such progress at the Sixth Ministerial conference of the World Trade Organization scheduled for December 2005. Directs the Secretary of State to report to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations and the House Committee on International Relations respecting the international community's progress toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals. Requires the report to include: (1) a review of commitments made by the United States and other members of the international community concerning the ability of the developing world to achieve the Millennium Development Goals; (2) a review of U.S. policies and progress toward achieving the Millennium Development Goals by 2015, as well as policies to provide continued leadership in achieving such goals by 2015; (3) an evaluation of the contributions of other national and international actors in achieving the Millennium Development Goals by 2015; and (4) an assessment of the likelihood that the Millennium Development Goals will be achieved. | 2023-01-13T04:49:20Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1315 |
| 109-s-1257 | 109 | s | 1257 | A bill to amend title 28, United States Code, to clarify that persons may bring private rights of actions against foreign states for certain terrorist acts, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2005-06-16 | 2005-06-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6747) | Senate | Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] | PA | R | S000709 | 2 | Amends the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act of 1976 (FSIA) to require that a foreign state designated as a state sponsor of terrorism under specified laws, or an official, employee, or agent of such a foreign state, shall be liable to a U.S. national for the national's personal injury or death caused by acts of that state or official, employee, or agent acting within the scope of his or her duties. Provides that the removal of a foreign state from designation as a state sponsor of terrorism shall not terminate such a cause of action arising during the period of designation. Authorizes U.S. courts to exercise jurisdiction over such actions for money damages under an FSIA provision concerning acts of torture, extrajudicial killing, aircraft sabotage, hostage taking, and material support for such acts. Mandates that property interests of foreign states, or agencies or instrumentalities of foreign states, against which judgment is entered pursuant to such provision are subject to attachment execution. Requires foreign states to be held vicariously liable for the actions of their officials, employees, or agents. Amends the Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (VCA) to modify the definition of "victim" for purposes of compensation under that Act. Requires the transfer of VCA funds to carry out an order appointing Special Masters in the matter of Peterson, et al. v. The Islamic Republic of Iran. Revives previously dismissed causes of action that would be cognizable under this Act by retroactively tolling the applicable statute of limitations from the date of initial filing to 60 days after enactment of this Act. | 2019-11-15T21:56:08Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1257 |
| 109-s-1211 | 109 | s | 1211 | Foreign Science and Technology Assessment Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-06-09 | 2005-06-09 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6313) | Senate | Sen. Bingaman, Jeff [D-NM] | NM | D | B000468 | 0 | Foreign Science and Technology Assessment Act of 2005 - Establishes within the Department of State an Office of Foreign Science and Technology Assessment to assess foreign science and technologies that have the capability to cause a loss of high technology industrial leadership in the United States. Places at the head of the Office of Foreign Science and Technology Assessment a Director, who shall be the Science Advisor to the Secretary of State. Directs the Secretary of State to establish a Foreign Science and Technology Assessment Panel to provide advice on assessments performed by the Office of Foreign Science and Technology Assessment, including review of foreign science and technology assessment reports, methodologies, subjects of study, and the means of improving the quality and timeliness of such Office. | 2022-02-03T05:25:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1211 |
| 109-s-1184 | 109 | s | 1184 | A bill to waive the passport fees for a relative of a deceased member of the Armed Forces proceeding abroad to visit the grave of such member or to attend a funeral or memorial service for such member. | International Affairs | 2005-06-07 | 2006-03-24 | Became Public Law No: 109-210. | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 2 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Waives passport fees for the widow, widower, child, parent, grandparent, brother, or sister of a deceased member of the armed forces traveling abroad to visit such member's grave or to attend such member's funeral or memorial service. (Current law does not provide such benefit for a widower or grandparent, and limits such benefit to visits to the grave.) | 2023-01-31T21:12:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1184 |
| 109-s-1171 | 109 | s | 1171 | Saudi Arabia Accountability Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-06-06 | 2005-06-06 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] | PA | R | S000709 | 15 | Saudi Arabia Accountability Act of 2005 - Expresses the sense of Congress that the Government of Saudi Arabia must immediately and unconditionally: (1) cooperate fully with the United States in the investigation of terror groups and individuals; (2) close permanently all organizations in Saudi Arabia that fund, train, encourage, or in any way aid terrorism anywhere in the world; (3) end funding for terror organizations outside Saudi Arabia; and (4) block funding from private Saudi citizens and entities to Saudi-based or offshore terror organizations. Directs the President to prohibit certain exports to Saudi Arabia and restrict travel of certain Saudi diplomats if the President cannot certify to the appropriate congressional committees that the Government of Saudi Arabia: (1) is fully cooperating with the United States in investigating and preventing terrorist attacks; (2) has closed permanently all Saudi-based terror organizations; (3) has ended funding for any offshore terror organization; and (4) has made all efforts to block funding from private Saudi citizens and entities to offshore terror organizations. Allows the President to waive such sanctions for national security reasons. | 2022-02-03T05:26:14Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1171 |
| 109-s-1129 | 109 | s | 1129 | Development Bank Reform and Authorization Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-05-26 | 2006-12-08 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 674. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 11 | Development Bank Reform and Authorization Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to seek the creation of a pilot program that establishes an Anti-Corruption Trust at the World Bank, whose purposes shall include: (1) assisting poor countries in investigations and prosecutions of fraud and corruption related to a Bank loan, grant, or credit; and (2) determining whether such a pilot program should be carried out at other multilateral development banks. Directs the Secretary to monitor pilot program fund use. Amends the International Financial Institutions Act to direct the Secretary to use U.S. influence to promote goals at multilateral development banks (the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the Inter-American Development Bank, the World Bank, and their subsidiaries or affiliates) relating to: (1) transparency; (2) financial disclosure; (3) anti-corruption; (4) enhanced auditing; (5) compensation for people negatively affected by bank projects; (6) borrower country qualifications; and (7) resource dependent country revenue transparency. Expresses the sense of Congress in support of the Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative and the 2003 and 2004 G-8 agreements. Amends the International Development Association Act to authorize the contribution of specified sums on behalf of the United States to the fourteenth replenishment of the International Development Association. Amends the African Development Fund Act to authorize the contribution of specified sums on behalf of the United States to the tenth replenishment of the Fund. Amends the Asian Development Bank Act to authorize the contribution of specified sums on behalf of the United States to the eighth replenishment of the Fund. | 2023-01-13T04:48:05Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1129 |
| 109-s-1117 | 109 | s | 1117 | United States-People's Republic of China Cultural Engagement Act | International Affairs | 2005-05-25 | 2005-05-25 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [D-CT] | CT | D | L000304 | 3 | United States-People's Republic of China Cultural Engagement Act - Amends the the Higher Education Act of 1965 to establish grants for Chinese language and cultural studies. Provides funding (including grants) for: (1) elementary, secondary, and higher education Chinese language, art, and cultural studies; (2) Asian business education center programs; (3) educational and governmental exchange programs; and (4) assistance to nongovernmental organizations that facilitate exchanges. Expresses the sense of Congress that the President should negotiate for award of approved destination status to the United States in a manner consistent with U.S. laws. Authorizes: (1) establishment of two additional consulates in the People's Republic of China (PRC); and (2) an increase the number of individuals who provide visa information to persons in the PRC. Provides for feasibility studies regarding: (1) expedited visa processing for scientists; and (2) numerical limitation exemption for H-1B (specialty occupations) visas. Revises J (exchange visitors) visa provisions to provide for: (1) eligible program designation; and (2) inclusion of secondary exchange students from the PRC. Authorizes the Secretary of Commerce to assign 35 additional Commercial Service employees to the PRC. Provides grants to States for export assistance and outreach to U.S. businesses in the PRC. Authorizes the Small Business Administration (SBA) to facilitate the hiring of an additional export development specialist in each of the Lead Small Business Development Centers to carry out export promotion and outreach services with respect to the PRC. Establishes the United States-People's Republic of China Engagement Strategy Council. | 2023-01-13T04:48:05Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/1117 |
| 109-s-950 | 109 | s | 950 | END Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-28 | 2005-04-28 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] | KS | R | B000953 | 3 | Elimination of Neglected Diseases Act of 2005 or the END Act of 2005 - Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to establish within the Department of State: (1) a Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat Malaria Globally; and (2) a Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat Tuberculosis Globally. Directs: (1) the Secretary of State and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to develop a comprehensive five-year strategy to set U.S. assistance priorities for programs to combat malaria in foreign countries; and (2) the Coordinator of United States Government Activities to Combat Tuberculosis Globally to set similar priorities for tuberculosis. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to prohibit the President from providing assistance to combat tuberculosis and malaria (including assistance for mosquito nets and pharmaceuticals) except as set forth under this Act. Establishes the Malaria Scientific Review Board. Authorizes the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to implement infectious disease control programs in developing countries. Directs the President to: (1) ensure that related clinical and epidemiological activities are carried out through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP); and (2) develop an infectious disease foreign assistance database. Amends the the Public Health Service Act to establish within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) the position of Assistant Secretary for Global Health, who shall: (1) direct the Office of Global Health Affairs within HHS; and (2) coordinate HHS international policies and activities, including international aspects of family and social policy. States that two years after enactment of this Act, no Federal agency or department may donate or otherwise supply medicines or medical devices, including insecticide treated nets, insecticides, and other consumables required for disease control, to a foreign country which imposes tariffs or import duties on such medici… | 2022-02-03T05:25:57Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/950 |
| 109-s-894 | 109 | s | 894 | Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-25 | 2005-04-27 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4391-4392) | Senate | Sen. Enzi, Michael B. [R-WY] | WY | R | E000285 | 23 | Freedom to Travel to Cuba Act of 2005 - Prohibits the President from regulating or prohibiting travel to or from Cuba by U.S. citizens or legal residents, or any of the transactions ordinarily incident to such travel relating to: (1) accompanied personal baggage; (2) payment of living expenses and the acquisition of personal-use goods or services; (3) travel arrangements; (4) nonscheduled air, sea, or land voyage transactions (such provision does not permit the carriage of articles other than accompanied baggage into Cuba or the United States); and (5) normal banking transactions. States that such provision does not: (1) restrict presidential authority in time of war or armed hostilities between the United States and Cuba, or of imminent danger to the public health or the physical safety of U.S. travelers; and (2) authorize U.S. importation of personal consumption goods acquired in Cuba. | 2019-11-15T21:51:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/894 |
| 109-s-883 | 109 | s | 883 | Climate Change Technology Deployment in Developing Countries Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-21 | 2005-04-21 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 7 | Climate Change Technology Deployment in Developing Countries Act of 2005 - Amends the Global Environmental Protection Assistance Act of 1989 to consider the Department of State as the lead agency for integrating into U.S. foreign policy the goal of reducing greenhouse gas intensity in developing countries. Directs the Secretary of State to: (1) provide assistance to developing countries to reduce greenhouse gas intensity; (2) inventory greenhouse gas intensity reducing technologies and identify appropriate technologies for developing countries; (3) develop a technology strategic plan and carry out demonstration projects in at least ten countries; and (4) carry out fellowship and exchange programs for officials from developing countries to acquire U.S. expertise in greenhouse gas intensity reduction practices. Directs the U.S. Trade Representative to seek to eliminate foreign trade barriers to the export of U.S. greenhouse gas intensity reducing technologies and practices. Establishes an interagency working group to carry out a greenhouse gas intensity reducing technology export initiative. Terminates programs under this Act as of December 31, 2010. | 2019-11-15T21:51:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/883 |
| 109-s-853 | 109 | s | 853 | North American Cooperative Security Act | International Affairs | 2005-04-20 | 2005-04-20 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4024-4026) | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 6 | North American Cooperative Security Act - Directs the Secretary of State to provide a framework for enhanced security management, communication, and coordination among the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Directs the Secretary to: (1) negotiate border-related information sharing agreements with Mexico; (2) establish a program to improve Mexico's southern border security, including U.S., Canadian, and Mexican financial and technical assistance to Belize and Guatemala to help secure their borders; (3) establish a database to track Central American gangs; (4) examine the feasibility of an agreement with Panama and other Central American countries regarding the aerial interdiction program (Airbridge Denial); and (5) negotiate with other countries to accept the International Civil Aviation Organization Annex 9 one-time travel document in lieu of official travel documents if an inadmissible immigrant has not presented official travel documents or has presented fraudulent ones, and facilitate the removal and repatriation of inadmissible aliens from the United States, with a focus on criminal aliens who are dangerous or potential terrorists. Directs the Secretary of Defense to examine the feasibility of strengthening institutions for consultations on intelligence sharing and defense and border issues among the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Directs the Secretary to report to the appropriate congressional committees every six months regarding: (1) security, cargo security, and the movement of goods; (2) border infrastructure and wait times; (3) security clearances and document integrity; (4) immigration and visa management; (5) visa policy coordination and immigration security; (6) North American visitor overstay program; (7) terrorist watch lists; (8) money laundering, income tax evasion, currency smuggling, and alien smuggling; (9) counterterrorism programs; (10) law enforcement cooperation; (11) biosecurity cooperation; (12) protection against nuclear and radiological threats; (13) emergency management cooperati… | 2019-11-15T21:51:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/853 |
| 109-s-850 | 109 | s | 850 | Global Health Corps Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-19 | 2005-04-21 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S4097-4098) | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 4 | Global Health Corps Act of 2005 - Establishes the Office of the Global Health Corp within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to assist in improving the health, welfare, and development of communities in foreign countries and regions through the provision of health care personnel, items, and related services. Directs the Secretary of HHS to establish the Global Health Corps to: (1) improve the heath, welfare, and development of communities in select foreign countries and regions; (2) advance U.S. public diplomacy in such locations; and (3) provide individuals in the United States with the opportunity to serve such communities by providing a broad range of needed health care and related services. Requires that Corp participants be available to provide: (1) health care items and related services; (2) preventive care, treatment, and services; (3) veterinary and related services; and (4) sanitation, hygiene, food preparation, and clean water training. Requires the Director of the Global Health Corps to establish and carry out a program to provide members of the Corps with training in a variety of health care disciplines. Requires the head of the Volunteers for Prosperity program to establish the Health Care for Peace initiative to make non-Federal volunteers available to participate in the Corps. Permits members of the Public Health Service and volunteers in the Peace Corps to participate in the Global Health Corps. Allows the Director to establish private-public partnerships to further the purpose of this Act. | 2019-11-15T21:51:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/850 |
| 109-s-744 | 109 | s | 744 | A bill to establish a Caribbean Basin Port Assistance Program. | International Affairs | 2005-04-11 | 2005-04-11 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] | FL | D | N000032 | 0 | Directs the Administrator of the Maritime Administration to establish a Caribbean Basin Assistance Program for ports that lack effective antiterrorism measures. | 2019-11-15T21:51:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/744 |
| 109-s-745 | 109 | s | 745 | International Clean Energy Deployment and Global Energy Markets Investment Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-11 | 2005-04-11 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3417-3420) | Senate | Sen. Byrd, Robert C. [D-WV] | WV | D | B001210 | 3 | International Clean Energy Deployment and Global Energy Markets Investment Act of 2005 - Amends the Global Environmental Protection Assistance Act of 1989 to promote clean energy technology deployment in developing countries. Directs the President to establish a Task Force on International Clean Energy Cooperation. Requires the Task Force to establish an Interagency Working Group on Clean Energy Technology Exports. Establishes an Interagency Center in the Office of International Energy Market Development of the Department of Energy to assist the Working Group. Requires the Task Force to develop and submit to the President (who shall submit to Congress) a Strategy to: (1) support programs and policies in developing countries that promote clean energy and energy efficiency technologies; (2) open and expand clean energy technology markets and facilitate related exports to developing countries; (3) integrate the promotion of clean energy technology deployment and greenhouse gas emissions reduction in developing countries into U.S. foreign policy objectives; (4) establish a pilot program that provides financial assistance for qualifying projects; and (5) develop financial mechanisms and instruments that are cost-effective and facilitate private capital investment in such technologies. Authorizes the Secretary of State to provide assistance to developing countries for activities consistent with the priorities established in the Strategy. Requires the Secretary to establish a pilot program that provides financial assistance for qualifying projects consistent with the Strategy and the performance criteria set forth in this Act. Requires host country contributions. | 2019-11-15T21:51:04Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/745 |
| 109-s-704 | 109 | s | 704 | Caribbean Basin Trade Enhancement Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-04-05 | 2005-04-05 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Martinez, Mel [R-FL] | FL | R | M001162 | 0 | Caribbean Basin Trade Enhancement Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of State to make a voluntary contribution (on a grant basis) to the Organization of American States to establish a: (1) Center for Caribbean Basin Trade; and (2) a skills-based training program for Caribbean Basin countries. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) a thorough study and analysis should be undertaken to determine a permanent location of the Center; and (2) the skills-based program should focus on mid-level technical education and training for the workforce in Caribbean Basin countries, utilizing existing educational facilities, cooperative private sector and government entities, and Internet-based training. | 2019-11-15T21:51:03Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/704 |
| 109-s-654 | 109 | s | 654 | Convention Against Torture Implementation Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-17 | 2005-11-08 | Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12520-12521) | Senate | Sen. Leahy, Patrick J. [D-VT] | VT | D | L000174 | 8 | Convention Against Torture Implementation Act of 2005 - Directs the Secretary of State to submit to the appropriate congressional committees an annual list of countries where torture is known to be used. Prohibits the direct or indirect transfer or return of persons by the United States or any contractor: (1) to a listed country; or (2) if substantial grounds exist for believing a person would be in danger of torture. Sets forth conditions under which: (1) the Secretary may waive such transfer prohibition; and (2) a treaty-based transfer may occur. | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/654 |
| 109-s-674 | 109 | s | 674 | A bill to provide assistance to combat HIV/AIDS in India, and for other purposes. | International Affairs | 2005-03-17 | 2005-03-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3056) | Senate | Sen. Corzine, Jon S. [D-NJ] | NJ | D | C001042 | 1 | Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to provide assistance to combat HIV/AIDS in India. | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/674 |
| 109-s-682 | 109 | s | 682 | Social Investment and Economic Development Fund for the Americas Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-17 | 2005-03-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3062-3064) | Senate | Sen. Dodd, Christopher J. [D-CT] | CT | D | D000388 | 1 | Social Investment and Economic Development Fund for the Americas Act of 2005 - Sets forth the policy of the United States to: (1) promote market-based principles, economic integration, social development, and trade in the Americas; and (2) establish an investment fund for the Western Hemisphere to advance U.S. national interests, improve the lives of the poor, encourage economic growth while protecting the environment, build human capital and knowledge, support democratic institutions and processes, and promote peace and justice in the Americas. Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to require the President, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to provide assistance to reduce poverty and foster increased economic opportunity in the Western Hemisphere by: (1) nurturing public-private partnerships and microenterprise development; (2) improving the quality of life and investing in human capital; (3) strengthening the rule of law through improved efficiency and transparency in government services; and (4) reducing poverty and eliminating the exclusion of marginalized populations. Establishes a project review committee. Amends the Inter-American Development Bank Act to require the Secretary of the Treasury to urge the Bank to establish an account to be operated consistent with the above guidelines. Establishes a technical review committee. Expresses the sense of Congress that the Western Hemisphere countries should collectively provide assistance equal to the amount of U.S. bilateral and multilateral assistance. | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/682 |
| 109-s-634 | 109 | s | 634 | A bill to amend the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 to clarify allowable payment terms for sales of agricultural commodities and products to Cuba. | International Affairs | 2005-03-16 | 2005-03-16 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Chambliss, Saxby [R-GA] | GA | R | C000286 | 0 | Amends the Trade Sanctions Reform and Export Enhancement Act of 2000 with respect to agricultural sales to Cuba to define permitted payment of cash in advance sales as the payment by the purchaser of an agricultural commodity or product and the receipt of such payment by the seller prior to: (1) transfer of title to the purchaser; and (2) release of control to the purchaser. | 2022-02-03T05:25:26Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/634 |
| 109-s-600 | 109 | s | 600 | Foreign Affairs Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007 | International Affairs | 2005-03-10 | 2005-04-26 | Returned to the Calendar. Calendar No. 48. | Senate | Sen. Lugar, Richard G. [R-IN] | IN | R | L000504 | 39 | (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Foreign Affairs Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007 - Division A: Foreign Relations Authorizations - Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2006 and 2007 - Title I: Authorizations of Appropriations - Subtitle A: Department of State - (Sec. 101) Authorizes FY2006-FY2007 appropriations for: (1) administration of foreign affairs; (2) international organizations and conferences; (3) international commissions; (4) migration and refugee assistance; (5) centers and foundations; and (6) the Vietnam Fulbright Academic Exchange Program. Subtitle B: United States International Broadcasting Activities - (Sec. 111) Authorizes FY2006-FY2007 appropriations for certain U.S. international broadcasting activities. Title II: Department of State Authorities and Activities - (Sec. 201) Amends Federal criminal law to impose penalties for knowingly and willfully interfering with a Federal law enforcement agent engaged in the protection of foreign officials and Department of State (Department) officials (including their families), foreign missions, and the provision of diplomatic security of U.S. and foreign government operations within the United States or the special maritime territorial jurisdiction of the United States. (Sec. 202) Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to authorize the Secretary of State (Secretary), if he or she determines an imminent threat against a person, foreign mission, or international organization exists, to issue a subpoena requiring the production of any records and relevant testimony. (Sec. 203) Authorizes the Secretary to: (1) designate Department uniformed guards as law enforcement officers for the protection of buildings and areas within the United States for which the Department is responsible; (2) prescribe regulations for the administration of such buildings and areas (including penalties for violations of such regulations); a… | 2022-02-03T05:35:51Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/600 |
| 109-s-559 | 109 | s | 559 | Protection of Vulnerable Populations During Humanitarian Emergencies Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-08 | 2006-05-25 | Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 453. | Senate | Sen. Biden, Joseph R., Jr. [D-DE] | DE | D | B000444 | 13 | Protection of Vulnerable Populations During Humanitarian Emergencies Act of 2005 -Title I: Program and Policy Coordination - (Sec. 101) Directs the Secretary of State to develop a comprehensive strategy for the protection of vulnerable populations, especially women and children, who are affected by a humanitarian emergency. (Sec. 102) Directs the Secretary to designate an individual within the Department of State or the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) as the Coordinator for such efforts. Title II: Prevention and Preparedness - (Sec. 201) Directs the Coordinator to develop related reporting and monitoring systems. (Sec. 202) Authorizes USAID to establish a fellowship program to increase USAID expertise in carrying out protective activities of vulnerable populations, especially women and children, affected by a humanitarian emergency. Title III: Protection of Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons - (Sec. 301) Prohibits certain Department or USAID funds for refugees or internally displaced persons from being provided to a primary grantee or contractor unless the grantee or contractor has adopted a code of conduct that is consistent with the six core principles recommended by the United Nations Inter-Agency Standing Committee. (Sec. 302) Directs the Coordinator to seek to provide health services to vulnerable populations, including: (1) responding to the consequences of sexual violence; (2) providing testing and treatment for HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases; (3) providing essential obstetric and prenatal care; and (4) developing a plan to integrate essential women's health services into the primary health care services provided during a humanitarian emergency. (Sec. 303) Amends the Microenterprise for Self-Reliance Act of 2000 and the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to seek to extend microcredit program availability to vulnerable populations, including women and displaced persons. (Sec. 304) Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to permit the President to furnish military… | 2023-01-13T04:50:53Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/559 |
| 109-s-516 | 109 | s | 516 | Advance Democratic Values, Address Nondemocratic Countries, and Enhance Democracy Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-03 | 2005-03-03 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. McCain, John [R-AZ] | AZ | R | M000303 | 5 | Advance Democratic Values, Address Nondemocratic Countries, and Enhance Democracy Act of 2005 or the ADVANCE Democracy Act of 2005 - States that the promotion of freedom and democracy in foreign countries is a fundamental component of U.S. foreign policy. Amends the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to establish the position of Under Secretary of State for Global Affairs, who shall have primary responsibility to assist the Secretary of State in implementing policies and activities relating to the transition to, and development of, democracy in nondemocratic countries. Establishes within the Department of State: (1) an Office of Democratic Movements and Transitions; and (2) a position of Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Directs the Secretary to establish at least one Regional Democracy Hub in U.S. missions in: (1) the Western Hemisphere; (2) Europe; (3) South Asia; (4) the Near East; (5) East Asia and the Pacific; and (6) Africa. Sets forth provisions respecting strategies and activities to enhance democracy in foreign countries. Establishes a Democracy Promotion and Human Rights Advisory Board. Directs the Secretary to: (1) establish an Internet site for global democracy and human rights; (2) require each chief of mission in each foreign country categorized as nondemocratic to develop a strategy to promote democracy and support individuals and nongovernmental organizations that are committed to democratic principles. Amends the Foreign Service Act of 1980 to include training in democracy and the promotion of democracy and human rights in provisions respecting Foreign Service training, performance pay, promotions, and chief-of-mission appointments. Expresses the sense of Congress with respect to alliances with other democratic countries, including: (1) creation of Democracy Caucuses; (2) strengthening the Community of Democracies; (3) support for the initiative of the Government of Hungary and the governments of other European countries to establish a Democ… | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/516 |
| 109-s-492 | 109 | s | 492 | Safe Water: Currency for Peace Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-02 | 2005-03-02 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1932-1934) | Senate | Sen. Frist, William H. [R-TN] | TN | R | F000439 | 7 | Safe Water: Currency for Peace Act of 2005 - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to provide: (1) assistance, including health information and education, to advance good health and promote economic development by improving the safety of water supplies, expanding access to safe water and sanitation, promoting sound water management, and promoting better hygiene; and (2) such assistance (including well drilling and maintenance) using local currency payments under title I of the Agricultural Trade Development and Assistance Act of 1954. Authorizes the President to establish a five-year clean water infrastructure development program. Provides for: (1) congressional consultation; (2) partial loan guarantee assistance; and (3) priority to projects sponsored by or significantly involving U.S. small businesses or cooperatives. Directs the Secretary of State to implement a foreign assistance strategy to promote economic development by expanding access to safe water and sanitation, promoting sound water management, and improving hygiene. | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/492 |
| 109-s-495 | 109 | s | 495 | Darfur Accountability Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-03-02 | 2005-03-02 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1941-1942) | Senate | Sen. Corzine, Jon S. [D-NJ] | NJ | D | C001042 | 40 | Darfur Accountability Act of 2005 - Directs the President to: (1) freeze the assets of persons (and family members) named by the International Commission of Inquiry on Darfur to the United Nations (UN) Secretary General as perpetrators of crimes against humanity in Darfur, Sudan, and report such assets to the Office of Foreign Assets Control; (2) deny visas and entry to such persons, and to anyone the President determines has been, is, or may be involved in such activities in Darfur; and (3) report the names of such persons to the appropriate congressional committees. | 2019-11-15T21:51:01Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/495 |
| 109-s-452 | 109 | s | 452 | Tsunami Early Warning and Relief Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-02-17 | 2005-02-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1671-1672) | Senate | Sen. Corzine, Jon S. [D-NJ] | NJ | D | C001042 | 0 | Tsunami Early Warning and Relief Act of 2005 - Directs the Secretary of Commerce to establish a Global Tsunami Disaster Reduction Program within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to protect vulnerable areas around the world, including Atlantic Ocean, Carribean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, and European areas. Directs the Secretary of State to work with foreign countries that would benefit from tsunami warnings and through international organizations to: (1) share costs, data, and evacuation plan technical advice; and (2) ensure that the Global Earth Observation System of Systems program has access to and shares relevant information worldwide. Directs NOAA to: (1) expand the U.S. Tsunami Ready program; and (2) work with other countries to enhance Global Seismic Network (GSN) monitoring activities. Authorizes the President, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), to provide assistance for: (1) individual victims of the Indian Ocean tsunami; and (2) infrastructure reconstruction of countries affected by the Indian Ocean tsunami, including Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, Maldives, Seychelles, Bangladesh, Burma, Malaysia, Somalia, Kenya, and Tanzania. | 2022-02-03T05:25:25Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/452 |
| 109-s-455 | 109 | s | 455 | ACTION Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-02-17 | 2005-02-17 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1673-1675) | Senate | Sen. Coleman, Norm [R-MN] | MN | R | C001057 | 2 | American Competitiveness Through International Openness Now Act of 2005 - ACTION Act of 2005 - Amends the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 to direct the President to submit to specified congressional committees a strategic plan for enhancing international student access to the United States for study and exchange activities. Amends the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 to provide for reduced fees in cases of short-term study, under the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). Directs the Secretaries of State and of Homeland Security to report on improving SEVIS fee collection and to develop policies to reform SEVIS database management. Requires the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to ensure that the FBI has full connectivity to the Consular Consolidated Database. Expresses the sense of Congress on improving the visa process. Directs the Secretary of State to issue certain guidance on visa processing. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to revise standards for visa evaluations for those having the intention, capability, and financial resources to complete a course of study in the United States. | 2019-11-15T21:50:59Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/455 |
| 109-s-386 | 109 | s | 386 | Climate Change Technology Deployment in Developing Countries Act of 2005 | International Affairs | 2005-02-15 | 2005-02-15 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. | Senate | Sen. Hagel, Chuck [R-NE] | NE | R | H001028 | 5 | Climate Change Technology Deployment in Developing Countries Act of 2005 - Amends the Global Environmental Protection Assistance Act of 1989 to consider the Department of State as the lead agency for integrating into U.S. foreign policy the goal of reducing greenhouse gas intensity in developing countries. Directs the Secretary of State to: (1) provide assistance to developing countries to reduce greenhouse gas intensity; (2) inventory greenhouse gas intensity reducing technologies and identify appropriate technologies for developing countries; (3) develop a technology strategic plan and carry out demonstration projects in at least ten countries; and (4) carry out fellowship and exchange programs for officials from developing countries to acquire U.S. expertise in greenhouse gas intensity reduction practices. Directs the U.S. Trade Representative to seek to eliminate foreign trade barriers to the export of U.S. greenhouse gas intensity reducing technologies and practices. Establishes an interagency working group to carry out a greenhouse gas intensity reducing technology export initiative. Terminates programs under this Act as of December 31, 2010. | 2019-11-15T21:50:59Z | https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/386 |
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