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Latest Action: 03/15/2007 - Committee on the Judiciary. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. Bill TextA resolution designating March 25, 2007, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy". 3/15/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates March 25, 2007, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.
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Latest Action: 04/11/2007 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4391) Bill TextA resolution observing Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day, and calling on the remaining member countries of the International Commission of the International Tracing Service to ratify the May 2006 amendments to the 1955 Bonn Accords immediately to allow open access to the Bad Arolsen archives. 4/11/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Joins people around the world in observing Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day, and mourning the millions who were lost during the Holocaust. Commends the United States, the United Kingdom, Israel, Poland, and the Netherlands as the member countries of the International Commission of the International Tracing Service that have ratified the May 2006 amendments to the Agreement Constituting an International Commission for the International Tracing Service (Bonn Accords).[...] show full description
Latest Action: 05/15/2007 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextCommemorating the 85th Anniversary of the founding of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA), a leading association for the Nation's 1.3 million American citizens of Greek ancestry, and Philhellenes. 5/14/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the contributions of American citizens of Hellenic heritage to the United States and commemorates the 85th Anniversary of the founding of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association.
Latest Action: 03/19/2007 - Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3283-3284; text as passed Senate: CR S3283-3284) Bill TextA concurrent resolution commemorating the 85th anniversary of the founding of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association, a leading association for the 1,300,000 United States citizens of Greek ancestry and Philhellenes in the United States. 3/19/2007--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 2 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes the contributions of American citizens of Hellenic heritage to the United States and commemorates the 85th Anniversary of the founding of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association.
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Latest Action: 05/17/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1077) Bill TextRecognizing and appreciating the historical significance and the heroic human endeavor and sacrifice of the people of Crete during World War II and commending the PanCretan Association of America. 2/8/2007--Introduced. Observes the memory of the fallen heroes of the Battle of Crete. Honors the men and women of Crete who during World War II fought an oppressive invader to preserve the ideals of freedom, democracy, and the pursuit of happiness. Commends the PanCretan Association of America for preserving and promoting the history of Crete and its people.
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Latest Action: 08/03/2007 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10937) Bill TextA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) should stop the utilization of materials that violate provisions of the United Nations-brokered Interim Agreement between FYROM and Greece regarding "hostile activities or propaganda" and should work with the United Nations and Greece to achieve longstanding United States and United Nations policy goals of finding a mutually-acceptable official name for FYROM. 8/3/2007--Introduced. Urges the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) to: (1) observe its obligations under the 1995 Interim Accord to prohibit hostile activities or propaganda by state-controlled agencies and to discourage acts by private entities likely to incite violence or hatred, and to review textbooks, maps, and teaching aids to ensure their information's accuracy; and (2) work with Greece within the U.N. process to achieve longstanding U.S. and U.N. goals by reaching a mutually-acceptable official name [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 05/01/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) should stop the utilization of materials that violate provisions of the United Nations-brokered Interim Agreement between the FYROM and Greece regarding "hostile activities or propaganda" and should work with the United Nations and Greece to achieve longstanding United States and United Nations policy goals of finding a mutually-acceptable official name for the FYROM. 5/1/2007--Introduced. Urges the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) to observe its obligations under the 1995 U.N.-brokered Interim Accord which directs the parties (FYROM and Greece) to prohibit hostile activities or propaganda by state-controlled agencies and to discourage acts by private entities likely to incite hatred or hostility and review the contents of textbooks, maps, and teaching aids to ensure that such tools are stating accurate information. Urges the FYROM to work, within [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12441-12442) Bill TextA resolution concerning the recent forest fires in Greece. 10/2/2007--Introduced. Extends the condolences and sympathy of the Senate to the government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece. Supports the Administration's initiatives to provide assistance and relief to the people of Greece, including its pledge of $1.5 million in aid as well as expert and technical assistance. Encourages public institutions, specialized agencies, as well as private citizens, to offer their resources.
Latest Action: 10/09/2007 - Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. Bill TextExpressing the strong support of the House of Representatives for implementation of the July 8, 2006, United Nations-brokered agreement between President of the Republic of Cyprus Tassos Papadopoulos and Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat relating to the reunification of Cyprus. 10/9/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Supports implementation of the July 8, 2006, agreement in order to prepare for new comprehensive negotiations leading to Cyprus' reunification within a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation as set out in the relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions. Calls upon the U.S. government to support the agreement's implementation in its entirety and without deviation from such process.
Also tagged in: Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Disaster relief, Economic assistance, Emergency management, Europe, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Forest fires, Natural resources, Technical assistance
Latest Action: 09/05/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 629. Bill TextExtending the condolences and sympathy of the House of Representatives to the Government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece since June 2007. 9/5/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Extends condolences and sympathy to the government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece. Supports the Administration's initiatives to provide assistance and relief to the people of Greece, including its pledge of $1.5 million in aid as well as expert and technical assistance. Encourages public institutions, specialized agencies, as well as private citizens, to offer their resources. Expresses confidence [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 05/19/2008 - Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. Bill TextTo reform the administration of the Arms Export Control Act, and for other purposes. 5/15/2008--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Security Assistance and Arms Export Control Reform Act of 2008 - Title I: Reform Of Arms Export Control Procedures - Subtitle A: Defense Trade Controls Performance Improvement Act of 2008 - Defense Trade Controls Performance Improvement Act of 2008 - (Sec. 103) Directs the President, not later than March 31, 2009, to conduct a comprehensive and systematic review and assessment of the U.S. arms export controls system. Requires such review and assessment to: (1) determine the system's overall effectiveness; (2) develop processes to ensure better coordination of arms export control activities; (3) ensure control over weapons-related nuclear technology and all items on the Missile Technology Control Regime Annex; (4) determine the overall effect of arms export controls on counterterrorism, law enforcement,[...] show full description
Latest Action: 03/07/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1782; text as passed Senate: CR S1782; text of measure as introduced: CR S1746-1747) Bill TextA resolution designating March 25, 2008, as "Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy". 3/7/2008--Passed Senate without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Designates March 25, 2008, as Greek Independence Day: A National Day of Celebration of Greek and American Democracy.
Also tagged in: Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Disaster relief, Economic assistance, Emergency management, Europe, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Forest fires, Natural resources, Technical assistance
Latest Action: 10/02/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S12441-12442) Bill TextA resolution concerning the recent forest fires in Greece. 10/2/2007--Introduced. Extends the condolences and sympathy of the Senate to the government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece. Supports the Administration's initiatives to provide assistance and relief to the people of Greece, including its pledge of $1.5 million in aid as well as expert and technical assistance. Encourages public institutions, specialized agencies, as well as private citizens, to offer their resources.
Also tagged in: Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Disaster relief, Economic assistance, Emergency management, Europe, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Forest fires, Natural resources, Technical assistance
Latest Action: 09/05/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 629. Bill TextExtending the condolences and sympathy of the House of Representatives to the Government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece since June 2007. 9/5/2007--Passed House without amendment. (There is 1 other summary) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Extends condolences and sympathy to the government and the people of Greece for the grave loss of life and vast destruction caused by the devastating fires raging through Greece. Supports the Administration's initiatives to provide assistance and relief to the people of Greece, including its pledge of $1.5 million in aid as well as expert and technical assistance. Encourages public institutions, specialized agencies, as well as private citizens, to offer their resources. Expresses confidence [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 08/03/2007 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10937) Bill TextA resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) should stop the utilization of materials that violate provisions of the United Nations-brokered Interim Agreement between FYROM and Greece regarding "hostile activities or propaganda" and should work with the United Nations and Greece to achieve longstanding United States and United Nations policy goals of finding a mutually-acceptable official name for FYROM. 8/3/2007--Introduced. Urges the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) to: (1) observe its obligations under the 1995 Interim Accord to prohibit hostile activities or propaganda by state-controlled agencies and to discourage acts by private entities likely to incite violence or hatred, and to review textbooks, maps, and teaching aids to ensure their information's accuracy; and (2) work with Greece within the U.N. process to achieve longstanding U.S. and U.N. goals by reaching a mutually-acceptable official name [...] show full description
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Latest Action: 08/02/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextExpressing the sense of the Congress regarding Turkey's claims of sovereignty over islands and islets in the Aegean Sea. 8/2/2007--Introduced. Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the maritime boundaries established in the 1923 Lausanne Treaty of Peace, the 1932 Convention and Protocol Between Italy and Turkey, and the 1947 Paris Treaty of Peace, under which the Dodecanese islands and adjacent islets were ceded by Italy to Greece, are the borders between Greece and Turkey in the Aegean Sea; and (2) any party, including Turkey, objecting to such boundaries should seek redress in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) at The Hague.
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Latest Action: 09/25/2007 - Mr. Ackerman moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. Bill TextExpressing the ongoing concern of the House of Representatives for Lebanon's democratic institutions and unwavering support for the administration of justice upon those responsible for the assassination of Lebanese public figures opposing Syrian control of Lebanon. 9/25/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Condemns: (1) the attempts by Hezbollah and other pro-Syrian groups to undermine the democratically-elected and legitimate government of Lebanon by extra-legal means; and (2) the campaign of assassinations targeting members of parliament and public figures opposed to Syrian interference in Lebanon, and bombings in civilian areas intended to intimidate the Lebanese people. Calls on the Lebanese parliament to elect a new President in accordance with Lebanon's constitution. Declares that the association of political parties with terrorist organizations, militias, and other armed elements outside of the official military [...] show full description
Latest Action: 06/25/2007 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Citizenship, Refugees, Border Security, and International Law. Bill TextTo designate Greece as a program country for purposes of the visa waiver program established under section 217 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. 5/24/2007--Introduced. Deems Greece to be designated as a visa waiver country under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
Latest Action: 10/09/2007 - Ms. Watson moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended. Bill TextExpressing the strong support of the House of Representatives for implementation of the July 8, 2006, United Nations-brokered agreement between President of the Republic of Cyprus Tassos Papadopoulos and Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat relating to the reunification of Cyprus. 10/9/2007--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Supports implementation of the July 8, 2006, agreement in order to prepare for new comprehensive negotiations leading to Cyprus' reunification within a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation as set out in the relevant U.N. Security Council resolutions. Calls upon the U.S. government to support the agreement's implementation in its entirety and without deviation from such process.
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Latest Action: 05/01/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) should stop the utilization of materials that violate provisions of the United Nations-brokered Interim Agreement between the FYROM and Greece regarding "hostile activities or propaganda" and should work with the United Nations and Greece to achieve longstanding United States and United Nations policy goals of finding a mutually-acceptable official name for the FYROM. 5/1/2007--Introduced. Urges the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) to observe its obligations under the 1995 U.N.-brokered Interim Accord which directs the parties (FYROM and Greece) to prohibit hostile activities or propaganda by state-controlled agencies and to discourage acts by private entities likely to incite hatred or hostility and review the contents of textbooks, maps, and teaching aids to ensure that such tools are stating accurate information. Urges the FYROM to work, within [...] show full description
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