Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, Athletes, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Civil liberties, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Defense policy
Latest Action: 07/30/2008 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7789-7790)

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A resolution calling on the Governments of the People's Republic of China and the international community to use the upcoming Olympic Games as an opportunity to push for the parties to the conflicts in Sudan, Chad, and the Central African Republic to cease hostilities and revive efforts toward a peaceful resolution of their national and regional conflicts. 7/30/2008--Introduced. Expresses continued support and sympathy for the hundreds of thousands of civilians of Sudan, Chad, and the Central African Republic who have been affected by the ongoing violence and regional instability. Urges: (1) the United Nations, the African Union, and other international leaders to use the unique opportunity presented by the Olympics to promote peace, dialogue, and reconciliation in areas of conflict; (2) the government of China to press the Sudanese government to commit to a cessation of hostilities, allow the full deployment of UNAMID peacekeeping forces, and engage in good faith in [...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Civil liberties, Defense policy, Democracy, Diplomacy, Displaced persons
Latest Action: 04/14/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2982-2983)

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A resolution calling on the relevant governments, multilateral bodies, and non-state actors in Chad, the Central African Republic, and Sudan to devote ample political commitment and material resources towards the achievement and implementation of a negotiated resolution to the national and regional conflicts in Chad, the Central African Republic, and Darfur, Sudan. 4/14/2008--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.) Expresses the concern and compassion of the citizens of the United States for the citizens of Sudan, Chad, and the Central African Republic who have been gravely affected by interrelated violence and instability in these countries. Calls upon all parties to these conflicts to cease hostilities and uphold basic human rights. Urges the governments of Chad and Sudan,[...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Arabs, Armed forces, Defense policy, Displaced persons, Foreign aid, Foreign leaders, Foreign policy, Insurgency, International affairs
Latest Action: 03/05/2008 - Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1653)

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A 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 [...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Animals, Armed forces, Civil liberties, Defense policy, Democracy, Democratic Republic of Congo, Environmental protection, Foreign policy, Forests
Latest Action: 11/05/2007 - Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Condemning the ongoing violence in the Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo ("DRC") and recognizing the threat such violence poses to the overall peace of the Great Lakes region.

11/5/2007--Introduced.

Condemns violent attempts to resist the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and encourages all parties involved in the conflict to reach a lasting cease-fire.

Encourages the U.S. government to state publicly its support for the disarmament and reintegration of forces loyal to General Nkunda into the national army.

Condemns the infiltration of soldiers into the Virunga National Forest and the danger it poses to the mountain gorillas.


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Also tagged in: Armed forces, Commemorations, Defense policy, Flags, History, Korean War, 1950-1953, Military history, Special days, Veterans
Latest Action: 07/26/2007 - Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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A bill to amend title 4, United States Code, to add National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day to the list of days on which the flag should especially be displayed.

7/26/2007--Introduced.

Korean War Veterans Recognition Act of 2007 - Adds National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, July 27, to the list of days on which the flag of the United States should be displayed.


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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, Arms sales, China, Civil liberties, Defense policy, Diplomacy, East Asia, Foreign aid, Foreign investments
Latest Action: 06/05/2007 - DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 422.

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Calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to use its unique influence and economic leverage to stop genocide and violence in Darfur, Sudan. 6/5/2007--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.) Calls upon the government of the People's Republic of China (PRC) to condemn the atrocities taking place in Darfur, Sudan, and end military and economic assistance to the government of Sudan until Sudan stops civilian attacks and engages in peace negotiations. Recognizes the close relationship between the PRC and Sudan and urges the PRC to use its political, international, and economic influence to stop the violence in Darfur, Sudan. Recognizes that the spirit of the Olympics, which is to bring together nations and people from all over the world in peace, is incompatible with actions supporting [...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, China, Civil liberties, Defense policy, Diplomacy, East Asia, Foreign aid, Foreign leaders, Foreign policy
Latest Action: 08/02/2007 - Star Print ordered on on the resolution.

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A resolution calling on the Government of the People's Republic of China to use its unique influence and economic leverage to stop genocide and violence in Darfur, Sudan. 7/30/2007--Passed Senate amended.    (There are 2 other summaries) Recognizes the close relationship between the People's Republic of China (PRC) and Sudan and urges the government the PRC to use its full influence to: (1) urge President Omar al-Bashir of Sudan to abide by his agreement to allow a U.N. peacekeeping force as described in U.N. Security Council Resolution 1706; (2) call for Sudanese compliance with Security Council Resolutions 1556 and 1564 and the Darfur Peace Agreement which demand that Sudan disarm militias operating in Darfur; (3) call on all parties to the conflict to adhere to the 2004 N'Djamena ceasefire agreement and the recently-agreed U.N. communique; (4) emphasize that there can be no military solution to the conflict in Darfur and that implementation of a legitimate [...]

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Also tagged in: Armed forces, Boundaries, Commemorations, Congressional tributes, Cyprus, Defense policy, Europe, Foreign policy, International affairs, Middle East and North Africa
Latest Action: 07/19/2007 - Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1561-1562)

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Expressing the strong support of the House of Representatives for the positive actions by the Government of the Republic of Cyprus aimed at opening additional crossing points along the cease-fire line, thereby contributing to efforts for the reunification of the island.

5/15/2007--Introduced.

Commends the Republic of Cyprus for its steps aimed at opening additional crossing points along the cease-fire line, thereby contributing to efforts for the reunification of the island.

Calls on the U.S. government to continue its support for the reunification of the island, respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Cyprus, and to work for the complete withdrawal of Turkish troops from Cyprus.


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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, Civil liberties, Civil war, Crimes against humanity, Cults, Defense policy, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Human rights
Latest Action: 06/19/2007 - Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

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Calling on the Government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) to recommit to a political solution to the conflict in northern Uganda by engaging in good-faith negotiations, and urging immediate and substantial support for the ongoing peace process from the United States and the international community. 6/18/2007--Passed House amended.    (There is 1 other summary) Disapproves of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) leadership's inconsistent commitment to peacefully resolving the conflict in Uganda. Urges the LRA and the government of Uganda to engage in good-faith negotiations to pursue a political solution to the conflict. Encourages all regional parties to cease human rights violations and address, within the context of a broader national reconciliation process in Uganda, issues of accountability and impunity for those crimes against humanity already committed. Urges leaders on both sides of the conflict in Uganda to renounce [...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Armed forces, Civil liberties, Civil war, Crimes against humanity, Cults, Defense policy, Foreign aid, Foreign policy, Human rights
Latest Action: 03/06/2007 - Received in the House.

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A concurrent resolution calling on the Government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) to recommit to a political solution to the conflict in northern Uganda and to recommence vital peace talks, and urging immediate and substantial support for the ongoing peace process from the United States and the international community. 3/1/2007--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.) Disapproves of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) leadership's inconsistent commitment to peacefully resolving the conflict in Uganda. Urges the LRA and the government of Uganda to recommit to a political solution to the conflict. Entreats all regional parties to cease human rights violations and address, within the context of a broader national reconciliation process in Uganda, issues of accountability and impunity for [...]

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Also tagged in: Africa (Sub-Saharan), Africans, Arab countries, Arabs, Armed forces, Boundaries, Chad, Civil liberties, Civil war, Conferences
Latest Action: 06/28/2007 - Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Biden with an amendment and with an amended preamble. Without written report.

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Calling on the League of Arab States and each Member State individually to acknowledge the genocide in the Darfur region of Sudan and to step up their efforts to stop the genocide in Darfur.

6/28/2007--Reported to Senate amended.    (There are 2 other summaries)

Urges the League of Arab States and each member State to: (1) declare the systematic torture, rape, and displacement of Darfurians a genocide; and (2) pass a resolution to support and accept a United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force, as agreed to by all parties to the Abuja Communique on November 30, 2006, enforce the ceasefire, protect civilians, and ensure access to humanitarian assistance in Darfur.

Urges the League of Arab States work with the United Nations, the African Union, and the United States Presidential Special Envoy for Sudan, Andrew Natsios, to bring about peace and stability to Darfur, the refugee camps, and along the Chadian border.


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