2008-09-23T00:00:00Z opencongress.org tag:opencongress.org,2007:/issue_feed/4605 tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-23:/action/173537 2008-09-23T00:00:00Z A bill to address the impending humanitarian crisis and potential security breakdown as a result of the mass influx of Iraqi refugees into neighboring countries, and the growing internally displaced population in Iraq, by increasing directed accountable assistance to these populations and their host countries, facilitating the resettlement of Iraqis at risk, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-09-17:/action/172016 2008-09-17T00:00:00Z A bill to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Iraq and potential security breakdown resulting from the mass displacement of Iraqis inside Iraq and as refugees into neighboring countries.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-30:/action/168208 2008-07-30T00:00:00Z 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.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-24:/action/167409 2008-07-24T00:00:00Z A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-23:/action/170262 2008-07-23T00:00:00Z A bill to provide tax relief for the victims of severe storms, tornados, and flooding in the Midwest, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-18:/action/166797 2008-07-18T00:00:00Z An original bill making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2009, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-15:/action/166281 2008-07-15T00:00:00Z To address the impending humanitarian crisis and potential security breakdown as a result of the mass influx of Iraqi refugees into neighboring countries, and the growing internally displaced population in Iraq, by increasing directed accountable assistance to these populations and their host countries, facilitating the resettlement of Iraqis at risk, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-07-10:/action/165799 2008-07-10T00:00:00Z To apply an alternative payment amount under the Medicare Program for certain graduate medical education programs established to train residents displaced by natural disasters.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-23:/action/164669 2008-06-23T00:00:00Z A bill to develop a policy to address the critical needs of Iraqi refugees.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-20:/action/161684 2008-06-20T00:00:00Z To develop a policy to address the critical needs of Iraqi refugees.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-06-11:/action/159789 2008-06-11T00:00:00Z A bill to apply an alternative payment amount under the Medicare program for certain graduate medical education programs established to train residents displaced by natural disasters.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-04-02:/action/148862 2008-04-02T00:00:00Z Expressing the need for a more comprehensive diplomatic initiative led by the United States, Iraq, and the international community.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-03-04:/action/146609 2008-03-04T00:00:00Z 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.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-02-28:/action/146251 2008-02-28T00:00:00Z Calling on the United States Government and the international community to promptly develop, fund, and implement a comprehensive regional strategy to protect civilians, facilitate humanitarian operations, contain and reduce violence, and contribute to conditions for sustainable peace and good governance in Chad, as well as in the wider region that includes the northern region of the Central African Republic and the Darfur region of Sudan.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-02-26:/action/146098 2008-02-26T00:00:00Z To provide for the recovery and stability of Iraq, and for other purposes.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-02-14:/action/145703 2008-02-14T00:00:00Z A resolution calling for peace in Darfur.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-02-14:/action/145706 2008-02-14T00:00:00Z Expressing the Sense of Congress on the Humanitarian Crisis in Iraq.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2008-02-06:/action/144548 2008-02-06T00:00:00Z Expressing the need for a more comprehensive diplomatic initiative led by the United States, Republic of Iraq, and international community.<br /><br /> tag:opencongress.org,2007-12-31:/action/141732 2007-12-31T00:00:00Z An original bill to authorize State and local governments to divest assets in companies that conduct business operations in Sudan, to prohibit United States Government contracts with such companies, and for other purposes.<br /><br />December 31, 2007: Became Public Law No: 110-174. tag:opencongress.org,2007-12-31:/action/141700 2007-12-31T00:00:00Z An original bill to authorize State and local governments to divest assets in companies that conduct business operations in Sudan, to prohibit United States Government contracts with such companies, and for other purposes.<br /><br />December 31, 2007: Signed by President.