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Latest Action: 09/19/2007 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11753-11756) Bill TextA bill to increase the United States financial and programmatic contributions to promote economic opportunities for women in developing countries. 9/19/2007--Introduced. Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive Act of 2007 or GROWTH Act of 2007 - Targets assistance for women in developing countries with respect to: (1) microenterprises; (2) small and medium enterprises; (3) private property rights and land tenure security; (4) employment access; (5) trade benefits; (6) exchanges with U.S. entrepreneurs; (7) Millennium Challenge Account assistance; and (8) indigenous women's organizations. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Fund to enhance economic opportunities for very poor, poor, and low-income women in developing countries with a focus on: (1) increasing women-owned enterprise development; (2) increasing property rights for women; (3) increasing women's access to financial [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Business, Civil liberties, Community organization, Developing countries, Economic assistance, Entrepreneurs, Exchange of persons programs, Finance, Financial services, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, International affairs, Labor, Leadership, Nongovernmental organizations, Poverty, Right of property, Small business, Trade, Women, Women in business, Women in public life, Women's employment
Latest Action: 07/10/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextTo increase the United States financial and programmatic contributions to promote economic opportunities for women in developing countries. 7/10/2007--Introduced. Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive Act of 2007 or GROWTH Act of 2007 - Targets assistance for women in developing countries with respect to: (1) microenterprises; (2) small and medium enterprises; (3) private property rights and land tenure security; (4) employment access; (5) trade benefits; (6) exchanges with U.S. entrepreneurs; (7) Millennium Challenge Account assistance; and (8) indigenous women's organizations. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Fund to enhance economic opportunities for very poor, poor, and low-income women in developing countries with a focus on: (1) increasing women-owned enterprise development; (2) increasing property rights for women; (3) increasing women's access to financial services;[...] show full description
Latest Action: 04/25/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5091-5092) Bill TextA bill to amend title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to clarify the age discrimination rules applicable to the pension plan maintained by the Young Woman's Christian Association Retirement Fund. 4/25/2007--Introduced. Young Women's Christian Association Pension Clarification Act of 2007 - Applies certain age discrimination safe harbor rules under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to civil actions brought on or after April 25, 2007, alleging any age discrimination violation occurring before June 29, 2005, with respect to any benefit provided under the Young Women's Christian Association Pension Plan.
Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Arabs, Armed forces, Armistices, Defense policy, Displaced persons, Foreign aid, Foreign leaders, Foreign policy, Insurgency, International affairs, International military forces, International relief, Nongovernmental organizations, Peace negotiations, Peace treaties, Peacekeeping forces, Politics and government, Sudan, United Nations, Women
Latest Action: 03/05/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1653) Bill TextA resolution calling for peace in Darfur. 3/5/2008--Passed Senate 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.) Calls upon the government of Sudan and other signatories and non-signatories to the May 5, 2006, Darfur Peace Agreement to cease hostilities. Calls upon the government of Sudan to facilitate the deployment of the United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force, including any non-African peacekeepers. Urges all invited individuals and movements to attend the next round of peace negotiations without preconditions. Condemns: (1) intimidation or threats against camp or civil society leaders to discourage them from attending the peace talks; and (2) actions by any party that undermines the Darfur peace process. Calls upon all parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement to support [...] show full description
Latest Action: 05/08/2008 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3980) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/8/2008--Introduced. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contributions of political spouses to public life in the United States and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages the people of the United States to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 05/21/2008 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4402) Bill TextRecognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/21/2008--Passed House 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.) Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contribution of political spouses to public life in America and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages all Americans to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek out opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 06/23/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextAuthorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a celebration of the 100th anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. 6/20/2008--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 3 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Permits the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to sponsor a free public event on the Capitol grounds on July 17, 2008, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Latest Action: 05/22/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4847; text as passed Senate: CR S4847; text of measure as introduced: CR S4809) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/22/2008--Introduced. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contributions of political spouses to public life in the United States and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages the people of the United States to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 04/01/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1848-1851) Bill TextSupporting the goals, ideals, and history of National Women's History Month. 4/1/2008--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Supports the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month (March 2008). Recognizes and honors the women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history.
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Latest Action: 05/22/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4847; text as passed Senate: CR S4847; text of measure as introduced: CR S4809) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/22/2008--Introduced. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contributions of political spouses to public life in the United States and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages the people of the United States to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 05/08/2008 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3980) Bill TextA resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/8/2008--Introduced. Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contributions of political spouses to public life in the United States and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages the people of the United States to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 06/23/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House. Bill TextAuthorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for a celebration of the 100th anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. 6/20/2008--Passed Senate without amendment. (There are 3 other summaries) (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Permits the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. to sponsor a free public event on the Capitol grounds on July 17, 2008, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Latest Action: 05/21/2008 - Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4402) Bill TextRecognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. 5/21/2008--Passed House 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.) Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Congressional Club. Acknowledges the contribution of political spouses to public life in America and around the world through the Congressional Club for the past 100 years. Honors the Club's past and present membership. Encourages all Americans to strive for greater friendship, civility, and generosity in order to heighten public service, elevate the culture, and enrich humanity, to seek out opportunities to give financially, and to volunteer to assist charitable organizations in their own communities.
Latest Action: 04/01/2008 - Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1848-1851) Bill TextSupporting the goals, ideals, and history of National Women's History Month. 4/1/2008--Passed House amended. (There is 1 other summary) Supports the goals and ideals of National Women's History Month (March 2008). Recognizes and honors the women and organizations in the United States that have fought for and continue to promote the teaching of women's history.
Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Arabs, Armed forces, Armistices, Defense policy, Displaced persons, Foreign aid, Foreign leaders, Foreign policy, Insurgency, International affairs, International military forces, International relief, Nongovernmental organizations, Peace negotiations, Peace treaties, Peacekeeping forces, Politics and government, Sudan, United Nations, Women
Latest Action: 03/05/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1653) Bill TextA resolution calling for peace in Darfur. 3/5/2008--Passed Senate 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.) Calls upon the government of Sudan and other signatories and non-signatories to the May 5, 2006, Darfur Peace Agreement to cease hostilities. Calls upon the government of Sudan to facilitate the deployment of the United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force, including any non-African peacekeepers. Urges all invited individuals and movements to attend the next round of peace negotiations without preconditions. Condemns: (1) intimidation or threats against camp or civil society leaders to discourage them from attending the peace talks; and (2) actions by any party that undermines the Darfur peace process. Calls upon all parties to the Comprehensive Peace Agreement to support [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Business, Civil liberties, Community organization, Developing countries, Economic assistance, Entrepreneurs, Exchange of persons programs, Finance, Financial services, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, International affairs, Labor, Leadership, Nongovernmental organizations, Poverty, Right of property, Small business, Trade, Women, Women in business, Women in public life, Women's employment
Latest Action: 09/19/2007 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11753-11756) Bill TextA bill to increase the United States financial and programmatic contributions to promote economic opportunities for women in developing countries. 9/19/2007--Introduced. Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive Act of 2007 or GROWTH Act of 2007 - Targets assistance for women in developing countries with respect to: (1) microenterprises; (2) small and medium enterprises; (3) private property rights and land tenure security; (4) employment access; (5) trade benefits; (6) exchanges with U.S. entrepreneurs; (7) Millennium Challenge Account assistance; and (8) indigenous women's organizations. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Fund to enhance economic opportunities for very poor, poor, and low-income women in developing countries with a focus on: (1) increasing women-owned enterprise development; (2) increasing property rights for women; (3) increasing women's access to financial [...] show full description
Also tagged in: Business, Civil liberties, Community organization, Developing countries, Economic assistance, Entrepreneurs, Exchange of persons programs, Finance, Financial services, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, International affairs, Labor, Leadership, Nongovernmental organizations, Poverty, Right of property, Small business, Trade, Women, Women in business, Women in public life, Women's employment
Latest Action: 07/10/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Bill TextTo increase the United States financial and programmatic contributions to promote economic opportunities for women in developing countries. 7/10/2007--Introduced. Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive Act of 2007 or GROWTH Act of 2007 - Targets assistance for women in developing countries with respect to: (1) microenterprises; (2) small and medium enterprises; (3) private property rights and land tenure security; (4) employment access; (5) trade benefits; (6) exchanges with U.S. entrepreneurs; (7) Millennium Challenge Account assistance; and (8) indigenous women's organizations. Directs the Secretary of State to establish the Global Resources and Opportunities for Women to Thrive (GROWTH) Fund to enhance economic opportunities for very poor, poor, and low-income women in developing countries with a focus on: (1) increasing women-owned enterprise development; (2) increasing property rights for women; (3) increasing women's access to financial services;[...] show full description
Latest Action: 04/25/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S5091-5092) Bill TextA bill to amend title I of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to clarify the age discrimination rules applicable to the pension plan maintained by the Young Woman's Christian Association Retirement Fund. 4/25/2007--Introduced. Young Women's Christian Association Pension Clarification Act of 2007 - Applies certain age discrimination safe harbor rules under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 to civil actions brought on or after April 25, 2007, alleging any age discrimination violation occurring before June 29, 2005, with respect to any benefit provided under the Young Women's Christian Association Pension Plan.
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