December 15, 2009
Pence Says President’s Gitmo Decision Puts “International Public Relations Ahead of Public Safety”

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, delivered the following remarks today on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in opposition

December 15, 2009
Pence Supports Iran Sanctions

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, delivered the following remarks today on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives in support of U.S.

December 09, 2009
Pence on NewsHour: “It's never a good idea to tell the enemy when you're going to quit fighting on a battlefield”

  Click Here to Watch Washington, D.C.--U.S. Congressman Mike Pence appeared on the NewsHour last night to talk about the President's Afghanistan strategy.  Transcript excerpts below: REP. MIKE PENCE, R-Ind.: Well, let me say, Jim, firs

December 01, 2009
Pence Supports Sending Reinforcements to Afghanistan: Cautions Against Timelines, Benchmarks and War Surtax

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference and a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement today after President Obama announced he will be sending reinforceme

September 25, 2009
Pence Calls for Meaningful Sanctions Against Iranian Government

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference and member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, made the following statement today after Iran revealed the development of a secret nuclear facility: "Ir

June 24, 2009
Pence Tells CNN’s Larry King Live "Better Late Than Never" on Obama's Tougher Rhetoric on Iran

To view this clip from Larry King Live last night, click here.   Excerpts below: LARRY KING: As a follow up to Senator McCain, we are joined by Congressman Mike Pence; he's in Washington - Republican of Indiana, Chairman of the Republican Con

June 19, 2009
Congressman Pence Discusses Bipartisan Resolution Supporting Iranian Dissidents on FOXNews' 'Fox and Friends'

Click here to watch. Transcript below: Gretchen Carlson: Congressman Mike Pence is Chairman of the House Republican Conference and the third ranking Republican in Congress. He's introducing a bipartisan resolution today to support Iranian protes

June 19, 2009
Pence Hails Passage of Bipartisan Iranian Resolution

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference, hailed passage today of a bipartisan resolution he authored with House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Howard Berman (D-CA) supporting the dissidents in Ir

June 18, 2009
Pence Introduces Bipartisan Resolution in Support of Iranian Dissidents

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference, issued the following statement after he and House Foreign Affairs Chairman Howard Berman (D-CA) joined together to introduce a resolution in support of t

June 17, 2009
Congressman Pence Discusses Iran on CNN's "Situation Room" With Wolf Blitzer

To view this clip, click here. Transcript below: Wolf Blitzer: As we've reported, Iran's state-run media is insisting that the U.S. is meddling, meddling in what it calls Iran's affairs and says that is intolerable. The Obama Administration stro

June 10, 2009
Townhall: Rep. Pence: House Republicans Introduce Alternative to Speaker Pelosi's National Energy Tax

House Republicans Introduce Alternative to Speaker Pelosi's National Energy Tax Guest blog post by Rep. Mike Pence Democrats' national energy tax wages economic war on America's families, businesses and family farms and they deserve better. Today

May 06, 2009
AFP: Republicans Seek to Block Guantanamo Releases Into US

Top House Republicans announced Wednesday they would unveil a bill aimed at blocking the transfer or release of detainees from the Guantanamo Bay facility for terrorism suspects into the United States. The "Keep Terrorists Out of America Act," to be

April 22, 2009
Pence Questions Clinton on Obama-Chavez Photo

Washington, DC - U.S. Congressman Mike Pence, Chairman of the House Republican Conference, gave the following statement today at the House Foreign Affairs Committee Hearing with Secretary of State Hillary Clinton: "Thank you for your service to the

April 21, 2009
The Miami Herald: Rep. Ros-lehtinen Op-ed: Empower Democracy, Rein in Tyrants

Sunday marked the conclusion of the Summit of the Americas in Trinidad and Tobago. This meeting could have offered a valuable opportunity to stand up to the region's despotic leaders who claim that their radical visions -- rather than the voice of t

February 26, 2009
OP-ED: Letting Judges Rewrite Loans Is Toxic Itself

"At first blush it seems somewhat strange that the Bankruptcy Code should provide less protection to an individual's interest in retaining possession of his or her home than of other assets . . . (but) favorable treatment of residential mortgages wa

Thanking Vancouver for hosting the world during the 2010 Winter Olympics and honoring the athletes from Team USA

H.Res. 1128 would resolve that the House of Representatives congratulate the City of Vancouver, the Team USA, and the athletes of the world for an outstanding and inspiring 2010 Winter Olympics.
Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Susan A. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the continued persecution of Falun Gong practitioners in China on the 10th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party campaign to suppress the Falun Gong spiritual movement and calling for an immediate end to the campaign to persecute, intimid

H.Res. 605 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Expresses sympathy to Falun Gong practitioners and their family members who have suffered persecution, intimidation, imprisonment, torture, and even death for the past decade solel
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month

H.Res. 311 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Supports the goals and ideals of Red Cross Month; • "Recognizes the contributions of American National Red Cross volunteers in times of natural and human-caused disasters, and
Sponsor: Rep. Watson, Diane E. (Foreign Affairs)

Directing the President to remove the United States Armed Forces from Afghanistan

H.Con.Res. 248 would direct the president to remove the U.S. Armed Forces from Afghanistan within 30 days of adoption, or if the president determines that time frame is not safe, by no later than December 31, 2010.
Sponsor: Rep. Kucinich, Dennis J. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece

H.Res. 1107 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Extends warm congratulations and best wishes to the people of Greece as they celebrate the 189th anniversary of the independence of Greece; • "Expresses support for the princi
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the plight of people with albinism in East Africa and condemning their murder and mutilation

H.Res. 1088 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Condemns the murder and mutilation of adults and children with albinism for their body parts; • "Expresses the support of the citizens of the United States for people with alb
Sponsor: Rep. Connolly, Gerald E. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should continue to assist the Mexican Government in fighting the drug cartels and curbing violence against Mexican and United States citizens, both in the United States and abroad

H.Res. 1032 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "All efforts should be made to find those responsible for the violent drug-related killings of innocent United States and Mexican citizens throughout Mexico, including the people wh
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing Condolences for the victims of the February 27th 2010 earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the Chilean people as they plan for the recovery and reconstruction for their Country

H.Res. __ would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Mourns the significant loss of life, as well as the physical damage, caused by the February 27 earthquake and resulting tsunami in Chile. • "Expresses its deepest condolences a
Sponsor: Rep. Hinojosa, Rubén (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on religious minorities in Iraq

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Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Gary C. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the heroism of the seven United States Agency for International Development and Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance supported urban search and rescue teams deployed to Haiti

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Sponsor: Rep. McMahon, Michael E. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the bravery and efforts of the United States Armed Forces, local first responders, and other members of Operation Unified Response

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Sponsor: Rep. Meek, Kendrick B. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the life of Miep Gies, who aided Anne Frank's family while they were in hiding and preserved her diary for future generations

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Sponsor: Rep. Kilroy, Mary Jo (Foreign Affairs)

Commending the efforts and honoring the work of the men and women of USNS Comfort and the United States Navy in the immediate response to those affected by the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010

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Sponsor: Rep. Murphy, Tim (Foreign Affairs)

Commemorating the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, a Nazi concentration and extermination camp, honoring the victims of the Holocaust, and expressing commitment to strengthen the fight against bigotry and intolerance

H.Res. 1044 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Commemorates the 65th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz; • "Honors the victims of Auschwitz and other Nazi concentration and extermination camps, and all those who pe
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing Condolences to and Solidarity with the People of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating Earthquake of January 12th, 2010

H.Res. __would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Expresses its deepest condolences and sympathy for the horrific loss of life and the physical and psychological damage caused by the earthquake of January 12, 2010; • "Expresses
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara (Foreign Affairs)

Condemning the violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and gross human rights abuses in the Republic of Guinea

H.Res. 1013 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Condemns the violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and gross human rights abuses, including mass murder and extreme sexual violence, perpetrated by forces under the c
Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting continued political and economic development in Ukraine

H.Res. 981 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Reaffirms the strong relationship between the United States and Ukraine, and encourages continued efforts to implement the provisions of the United States-Ukraine Charter on Strateg
Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act

H.R. 2194 would amend the Iran Sanctions Act of 1996 to provide additional sanctions specifically related to Iran's production of refined petroleum products and the export to Iran of such products, among other measures. The purpose of the legislatio
Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Daniel Pearl Freedom of the Press Act of 2009

H.R. 3714 requires the Department of State to include in its Annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices information on freedom of the press in foreign countries and establishes a grant program to promote freedom of the press worldwide. Specifi
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. (Foreign Affairs)

To direct the President to transmit to Congress a report on anti-American incitement to violence in the Middle East, and for other purposes

H.R. 2278 directs the President to submit a report to Congress regarding anti-American incitement to violence in the Middle East. The bill also requires that the report include a country-by-country list of media outlets and satellite companies that
Sponsor: Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. (Foreign Affairs)

Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission Act of 2009

H.R. 2134 creates a 10-member Western Hemisphere Drug Policy Commission to provide Congress with a report that reviews U.S. drug policies and makes recommendations on ways to improve them. The bill specifies that the purpose of the commission is to
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. (Foreign Affairs)

Informed P2P User Act

H.R. 1319 would place new notification requirements on companies that develop or distribute software that allows files to be shared between computers. Specifically, the bill requires these companies to provide clear notice that file-sharing capabili
Sponsor: Rep. Bono Mack, Mary (Foreign Affairs)

Encouraging the Republic of Hungary to respect the rule of law, treat foreign investors fairly, and promote a free and independent press

H.Res. 915 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Condemns the recent action by the Hungarian National Radio and Television Board that awarded the national community radio licenses; • "Encourages the Republic of Hungary to re
Sponsor: Rep. Donnelly, Joe (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of Congress for and solidarity with the people of El Salvador

H.Con.Res. 213 would resolve that the Congress: • "Expresses solidarity with all people affected by Hurricane Ida; • "Commends the brave efforts of the people of El Salvador and Central America as they recover from Hurricane Ida; • "
Sponsor: Rep. Mack, Connie (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing sympathy for the 57 civilians who were killed in the southern Philippines on November 23, 2009

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Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Welcoming the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, His Excellency Dr. Manmohan Singh, to the United States

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Sponsor: Rep. McDermott, Jim (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of Congress on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of historic events in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia

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Sponsor: Rep. Mica, John L. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the 10th anniversary of the accession to the throne of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein

H.Res. 833 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Commemorates the 60th anniversary of the close relationship between the United States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan; • "Expresses its profound admiration and gratitude fo
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. (Foreign Affairs)

Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. hostages in Iran

H.Con.Res. 209 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Iranian hostage crisis, during which 52 United States citizens were held hostage for 444 days; • "Honors the sacrifice and service o
Sponsor: Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the remarkable events leading to the end of the Cold War and the creation of a Europe, whole, free, and at peace

H.Res. 892 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Recognizes the events of 1989 that helped lead to the end of the Cold War; • "Congratulates the countries of Central and Eastern Europe who have made great progress in the pas
Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing support for Chinese human rights activists Huang Qi and Tan Zuoren for engaging in peaceful expression as they seek answers and justice for the parents whose children were killed in the Sichuan earthquake of May 12, 2008

H.Res. 877 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Expresses its support for Huang Qi and Tan Zuoren for engaging in peaceful expression as they seek answers and justice for the parents whose children were killed in the Sichuan eart
Sponsor: Rep. Wu, David (Foreign Affairs)

- Recognizing the scourge of pneumonia, urging the United States and the world to mobilize cooperation and prioritize resources to fight pneumonia and save children's lives, and recognizing November 2 as World Pneumonia Day

H.Con.Res. 863 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Affirms its commitment to international child survival and development programs that prioritize protection, prevention, and treatment against pneumonia; • "Salutes the hea
Sponsor: Rep. Shea-Porter, Carol (Foreign Affairs)

Condemning the illegal extraction of Madagascar's natural resources

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Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl (Foreign Affairs)

Calling on the President and the Secretary of State to oppose unequivocally any endorsement or further consideration of the "Report of the United Nations Fact Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict" in multilateral fora

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Calling on the United States Government and the international community to address the human rights and humanitarian needs of Sri Lanka's Tamil internally displaced persons (IDPs) living in government-run camps

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Sponsor: Rep. Davis, Danny K. (Foreign Affairs)

Congratulating the Inter-American Foundation on its 40th anniversary and recognizing its significant accomplishments and contributions

H.Res. 858 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Congratulates the Inter-American Foundation (IAF) on its 40th anniversary; • "Recognizes that the IAF has demonstrated that its grassroots model for United States foreign assi
Sponsor: Rep. Engel, Eliot L. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the 2,560th Anniversary of the birth of Confucius and recognizing his invaluable contributions to philosophy and social and political thought

H.Res. 784 resolves that the House of Representatives "honors the 2,560th anniversary of the birth of Confucius and recognizes his invaluable contributions to philosophy and social and political thought."
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Al (Foreign Affairs)

Welcoming to the United States and to Washington, DC, His All Holiness Bartholomew, Archbishop of Constantinople, New Rome, Ecumenical Patriarch on his upcoming trip on October 20, 2009, through November 6, 2009

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Sponsor: Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. (Foreign Affairs)

Condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights

H.Res. 175 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Condemns the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights; • "Calls
Sponsor: Rep. Kirk, Mark Steven (Foreign Affairs)

Calling on the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to release imprisoned bloggers and respect Internet freedom

H.Res. 672 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Supports the right of Vietnamese citizens to access websites of their choosing and to have the freedom to share and publish information over the Internet; • "Calls on the Gover
Sponsor: Rep. Sanchez, Loretta (Foreign Affairs)

Remembering and commemorating the lives and work of the Jesuit Fathers on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of their deaths at the University of Central America Jose Simeon Canas located in San Salvador, El Salvador on November 16, 1989

H.Res. 761 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Remembers and commemorates the lives and work of Father Ignacio Ellacuria, Ignacio Martin-Baro, Segundo Montes, Amando Lopez, Juan Ramon Moreno, Joaquin Lopez y Lopez, Julia Elba Ra
Sponsor: Rep. McGovern, James P. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing deep condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those killed and injured in the attack on the United Nations World Food Program office in Islamabad, Pakistan, on October 5, 2009, and support for the WFP's mission to bring emergency

H.Res. 823 would resolve that the House of Representatives: • "Expresses its deep condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of those killed and injured in the attack on the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) office in Islamabad,
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. (Foreign Affairs)

Celebrating 90 years of United States-Polish diplomatic relations, during which Poland has proven to be an exceptionally strong partner to the United States in advancing freedom around the world

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Sponsor: Rep. Lipinski, Daniel (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing sympathy for the citizens of the Philippines dealing with Tropical Storm Ketsana and Typhoon Parma

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Sponsor: Rep. Speier, Jackie (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 140th anniversary of the birth of Mahatma Gandhi

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Commemorating the canonization of Father Damien de Veuster, SS.CC. to sainthood

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Sponsor: Rep. Hirono, Mazie K. (Foreign Affairs)

Mourning the loss of life caused by the earthquakes and tsunamis that occurred on September 29, 2009, in American Samoa and Samoa

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Sponsor: (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing condolences to the citizens of Indonesia and support for the Government of Indonesia in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the island of Sumatra

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Sponsor: Rep. Burton, Dan (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of Congress that China release democratic activist Liu Xiaobo from imprisonment

H.Con.Res. 151 resolves that it is the sense of Congress that China's Government immediately release Liu Xiaobo and begin making strides toward true representative democracy.
Sponsor: Rep. Minnick, Walt (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the life and achievements of Dr. Norman E. Borlaug for his many contributions to alleviating world hunger

H.Res. 731 resolves that the House of Representatives "honors the life and achievements of Dr. Norman E. Borlaug for his many contributions to alleviating world hunger."
Sponsor: Rep. Boswell, Leonard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Antarctic Treaty

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Sponsor: Rep. Tiberi, Patrick J. (Foreign Affairs)

To amend the United States International Broadcasting Act of 1994 to extend by one year the operation of Radio Free Asia

H.R. 3593 amends the International Broadcasting Act of 1994 to extend the operation of Radio Free Asia through September 30, 2010. Authorization for the broadcast service is currently scheduled to expire on October 1, 2009.
Sponsor: Rep. Royce, Edward R. (Foreign Affairs)

To amend the Foreign Affairs Reform and Restructuring Act of 1998 to reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy

H.R. 2131 would reauthorize the United States Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy through October 1, 2011. Under current law, the authorization for the Commission would expire on October 1, 2009.
Sponsor: Rep. Watson, Diane E. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the Congress that we honor, commemorate and celebrate the historic ties of the United States and the Netherlands

H.Con.Res. 178 resolves that "it is the sense of Congress that we honor, commemorate and celebrate the historic ties and friendship between the United States and the Netherlands by recognizing the Quadricentennial celebration of the discovery of the
Sponsor: Rep. Van Hollen, Chris (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting the goals and ideals of a decade of action for road safety with a global target to reduce by 50 percent the predicted increase

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Sponsor: Rep. Wexler, Robert (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing condolences to the people and government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in the aftermath of the devastating typhoon that struck the central and southern regions of the island on August 8, 2009

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Sponsor: Rep. Gingrey, Phil (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the "Day of the African Child" on June 16, 2009, devoted to the theme of child survival and to emphasize the importance of reducing maternal, newborn, and child deaths in Africa

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Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the fifth anniversary of the declaration by the United States Congress of genocide in Darfur, Sudan

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall

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Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted (Foreign Affairs)

Condemning the July 17, 2009, terrorist bombings in Indonesia and expressing condolences to the people of Indonesia and the various other countries suffering casualties in the attacks

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Sponsor: Rep. Price, David E. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation and for other purposes

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Sponsor: Rep. Hastings, Alcee L. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing concern for the well-being of journalists Laura Ling and Euna Lee and urging the Government of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to release them on humanitarian grounds

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Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. (Foreign Affairs)

Condemning the attack on the AMIA Jewish Community Center in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in July 1994, and for other purposes

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Congratulating the people of the Republic of Lithuania on the 1000th anniversary of Lithuania and celebrating the rich history of Lithuania

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Sponsor: Rep. Shimkus, John (Foreign Affairs)

Commending the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions for calling upon all nations to live in peace and mutual understanding

H.Res. 535 resolves that the House of Representatives:  "Commends the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions for calling upon all nations to live in peace and mutual understanding;  "Supports freedom of religion and c
Sponsor: (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting the goals and objectives of the Prague Conference on Holocaust Era Assets

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Sponsor: Rep. Wexler, Robert (Foreign Affairs)

Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2009

H.R. 1511 authorizes $49 million for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011 for domestic, international, and United Nations programs that help treat victims of torture. Specifically, the bill authorizes $25 million for Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011, for the Depart
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting Olympic Day on June 23, 2009, and encouraging the International Olympic Committee to select Chicago, Illinois, as the host city for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games

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Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing appreciation to the people and Government of Canada for their long history of friendship and cooperation with the people and Government of the United States and congratulating Canada as it celebrates "Canada Day"

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Sponsor: Rep. Stupak, Bart (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing support for all Iranian citizens who embrace the values of freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and rule of law, and for other purposes

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Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy

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Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill Jr. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that North Korea should immediately stop any hostile rhetoric and activity towards the Republic of Korea and engage in mutual dialogue to enhance inter-Korean relations

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Sponsor: Rep. King, Peter T. (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the contributions of Takamiyama Daigoro to Sumo and to United States-Japan relations

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Sponsor: Rep. Hirono, Mazie K. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the significant contributions of Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life to college campus communities in the United States and around the world

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Sponsor: Rep. Klein, Ron (Oversight and Government Reform)

Pakistan Enduring Assistance and Cooperation Enhancement Act of 2009

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Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 2010 and 2011

H.R. 2410 authorizes $18 billion in Fiscal Year 2010 for State Department programs, the Peace Corps, and international organizations.  The bill includes funding for United Nations peacekeeping dues and other diplomatic programs.  It a
Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the brutal suppression of protestors and citizens in and around Tiananmen Square

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Sponsor: Rep. Levin, Sander M. (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the need for constitutional reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the importance of sustained United States engagement in partnership with the European Union (EU)

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Sponsor: Rep. Berman, Howard L. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the election of Margaret Thatcher as the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain

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Sponsor: Rep. Poe, Ted (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 61st anniversary of the independence of the State of Israel

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Sponsor: Rep. Garrett, Scott (Foreign Affairs)

Honoring the life, achievements, and contributions of Rabbi Charles H. Rosenzveig

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Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Gary C. (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting the goals and ideals of Malaria Awareness Day

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Sponsor: Rep. Payne, Donald M. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the historical significance of the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo

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Sponsor: Rep. Baca, Joe (Foreign Affairs)

Calling on the President and the allies of the United States to engage with officials of the Government of Iran to raise the case of Robert Levinson at every opportunity, urging officials of the Government of Iran to fulfill their promises of assistance t

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Sponsor: Rep. Wexler, Robert (Foreign Affairs)

Mourning the horrific loss of life in January 2009 caused by a landslide in Guatemala and an earthquake in Costa Rica and expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should assist the affected people and communities

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Sponsor: Rep. Burton, Dan (Foreign Affairs)

Substitute Amendments to H.Con.Res. 85—Setting forth the Congressional Budget for the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2010 and including the appropriate budgetary levels for Fiscal Years 2009 and 2011 through 2014

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Sponsor: (Budget)

Providing for the expenses of certain committees of the House of Representatives in the One Hundred Eleventh Congress

 H.Res. 279 would provide funding for all Standing and Select committees of the House of Representatives to operate during the 111th Congress, with the exception of the Committee on Appropriations. The resolution provides $304 million for the o
Sponsor: Rep. Brady, Robert A. (House Administration)

Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the peace treaty between Egypt and Israel

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Sponsor: Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff (Foreign Affairs)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States remains committed to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

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Sponsor: Rep. Tanner, John S. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act

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Sponsor: Rep. Berkley, Shelley (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the 188th anniversary of the independence of Greece and celebrating Greek and American democracy

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Sponsor: Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (Foreign Affairs)

Calling on the central authority of Brazil to immediately discharge all its duties under the Hague Convention by facilitating and supporting Federal judicial proceedings as a matter of extreme urgency to obtain the return of Sean Goldman to his father, Da

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Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Christopher H. (Foreign Affairs)

Supporting the goals of International Women's Day

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Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. (Foreign Affairs)

Recognizing the plight of the Tibetan people on the 50th anniversary of His Holiness the Dalai Lama being forced into exile and calling for a sustained multilateral effort to bring about a durable and peaceful solution to the Tibet issue

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Sponsor: Rep. Holt, Rush D. (Foreign Affairs)