DEMOCRACY

Addresses

Commencement of Kazakhstan's Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Chairmanship: Robert O. Blake, Dept. of State, E117 [2FE]

Condemn Human Rights Violations, Release Political Prisoners, Support Democracy, Remove Terrorist Designation From Opposition Group, and Impose Sanctions To Deter Nuclear Program in Iran: Representative Filner, E2082 [8DE]

Joint Meeting of Congress: Felipe Calderon Hinojosa, President of Mexico, H3662-H3664 [20MY]

Polish Constitution Day: Jerzy Buzek, European Parliament, E737 [4MY]

Support a Transition to a Freely Elected and Open Iranian Democracy: John R. Bolton, E1408 [22JY]

Universal Voter Registration: John Fund (excerpt), H530 [3FE]

Amendments

Burma: condemn continued detention of Aung San Suu Kyi, broaden political participation, assess U.S. policy relative to human rights violations, and call for a fair election process (S. Res. 480), S3426, S3432 [7MY]

Guinea: condemn assault of women and killing of political protesters, support inquiry into, and prosecution for, violence, and consider punitive measures against officials found to be complicit (S. Res. 345), S664, S674 [22FE]

Articles and editorials

Beating on My Beat, S10339 [16DE]

Blind Activist Calls for Help—A Chinese Lawyer Is Under Constant Surveillance Following His Release From Prison, H6651 [14SE]

Dividends of U.S. Support for Israel, E633 [22AP]

Letting Crooks and Illegals Vote, H530 [3FE]

Moroccans Stage Rare Human Rights Protest, E1953 [17NO]

Russian Journalists, Fighting Graft, Pay in Blood, S10340 [16DE]

U.S. Lost in Afghan Vote, H4041 [27MY]

Ukraine Channels Cry Foul as Frequencies Pulled, E1265 [1JY]

Who's Losing Iraq? And Could Iran Be Winning?, S738 [24FE]

Will Washington Treat Colombia's Santos as an Ally?, H4712 [23JN]

Bills and resolutions

Afghanistan: undermine the Taliban and their allies through recognition of ethnic diversity and support of a decentralized Federal political system that shifts more power to regions and localities (see H. Res. 1769), H8520 [15DE]

Africa: commend independence anniversary of several nations (see H. Res. 1405), H4022 (see H. Res. 1405), H4084 [27MY]

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN): welcome leaders to the U.S. for summit, broaden U.S. engagement, and reinforce democracy efforts in Burma (see S. Res. 640), S7421 [23SE]

Baltic States: anniversary of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania reestablishing full independence (see H. Con. Res. 267), H2877 [26AP]

Bangladesh: support return to democracy (see H. Res. 1215), H2318 [24MR]

Belarus: urge conduct of a free and fair Presidential election and express support for the Belarusian people's desire for democratic government that respects human rights and the rule of law (see H. Res. 1716), H7499 [16NO]

Burma: condemn continued detention of Aung San Suu Kyi, broaden political participation, assess U.S. policy relative to human rights violations, and call for a fair election process (see S. Res. 480), S2295 [14AP]

———welcome release of Aung San Suu Kyi and call for release of all political prisoners and international sanctions against ruling regime (see H. Res. 1768), H8520 [15DE]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (see S.J. Res. 29), S3164 [5MY] (see H.J. Res. 83), H3310 [11MY]

Colombia: independence anniversary (see H. Res. 1267), H2641 [15AP]

———reaffirm longstanding friendship and alliance with the U.S., recognize commitment to the democratic process, and congratulate President-elect Juan Manuel Santos (see H. Res. 1465), H4677 [22JN]

Community of Democracies (organization): tribute (see H. Res. 1143), H1169 [4MR]

Constitutional amendments: give U.S. citizens the right to enact and repeal laws by voting on legislation in a national election (see H.J. Res. 69), H326 [21JA]

———give U.S. citizens the right to propose amendments to the Constitution by an initiative process (see H.J. Res. 70), H326 [21JA]

———give U.S. citizens the right to recall elected officials (see H.J. Res. 71), H326 [21JA]

Egypt: support democracy, human rights, and civil liberties (see S. Res. 586), S6025 [20JY]

Elections: give voters the right, through advisory voter initiative, to propose enactment and repeal of Federal laws in a national election (see H.R. 4499), H326 [21JA]

———permit voters to vote for ``None of the Above'' in Federal elections and require an additional election if ``None of the Above'' receives the most votes (see H.R. 4498), H326 [21JA]

Ethiopia: reaffirm U.S. objectives and encourage critical democratic and humanitarian principles and practices (see S. 3757), S6884 [5AU]

Greece: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 464), S1813 [22MR] (see H. Res. 1107), H833 [24FE]

Guinea: condemn violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and human rights abuses (see H. Res. 1013), H140 [13JA]

Haitian Flag Day: support goals and ideals (see H. Res. 1367), H3541 [18MY]

Honduras: support democracy and restoration of normal relations with the U.S. (see H. Res. 1197), H1656 [18MR]

India: independence anniversary (see S. Res. 613), S6884 [5AU]

Iran: call for release of Taqi Kalaji, condemn human rights violations, and impose further sanctions against the Government (see H. Res. 1118), H933 [25FE]

———commend democracy and human rights advocates, support freedom of speech, and renew focus on human rights violations as found in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (see S. Res. 415), S569 [11FE]

———condemn human rights violations, release political prisoners, support democracy, remove terrorist designation from opposition group, and impose sanctions to deter nuclear program (see H. Res. 1431), H4386 [10JN]

———establish a program to support a transition to a freely elected, open democracy (see S. 3008), S569 [11FE]

———mark anniversary of Presidential election, support citizens' pursuit of basic freedoms, and condemn ongoing human rights abuses and continued pursuit of nuclear weapons capability (see H. Res. 1457), H4677 [22JN]

Iraq: congratulate people on resolve to vote in parliamentary elections (see H. Con. Res. 250), H1220 [9MR]

———encourage elected officials and political leaders to redouble efforts to form a government that is just, representative, and accountable to the people (see H. Res. 1695), H7395 [29SE]

———recognize positive effect of upcoming parliamentary elections on political reconciliation and democratic institutions (see S. Res. 437), S1169 [4MR]

Israel: commend accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (see H. Res. 1391), H3823 [25MY]

———recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense (see H. Con. Res. 260), H2503 [13AP]

Kyrgyzstan: call for investigation and prevention of violence, support humanitarian relief efforts, and strengthen democratic institutions and respect for human rights (see S. Res. 566), S5461 [25JN]

———democracy efforts (see H. Res. 1520), H5675 [15JY]

Lithuania: anniversary (see S. Res. 442), S1169 [4MR]

Mandela, Nelson R.: commemorate anniversary of release from prison and recognize role in ending apartheid and contributions to South Africa and the global community (see H. Res. 1102), H755 [23FE]

Mexico: celebrate anniversaries of independence and the beginning of the Mexican Revolution, recognize contributions of Mexican Americans, and support closer collaboration with the U.S. (see H. Res. 1604), H6572 [30JY]

Moldova: recognize recent accomplishments and express support for free and transparent parliamentary elections (see S. Res. 683), S8063 [18NO]

Nelson Mandela International Day: observance (see H. Res. 1518), H5617 [14JY]

Political campaigns: constitutional amendment prohibiting corporations and labor organizations from using operating funds for advertisements relative to Federal election campaigns (see H.J. Res. 68), H326 [21JA]

Romania: celebrate anniversary of relations with the U.S., commend Romanian people on achievements, and reaffirm bonds of trust and values with the U.S. (see S. Con. Res. 67), S5699 [30JN] (see H. Con. Res. 291), H4974 (see H. Con. Res. 291), H5203 [29JN]

Serbia: commend application for European Union membership and recognize efforts to integrate into Europe and global community (see H. Res. 1408), H4022 (see H. Res. 1408), H4084 [27MY]

———commend democracy efforts, urge European Union decision on membership application, welcome NATO Partnership for Peace Program membership, and urge capture and transfer of indicted war criminals (see S. Res. 483), S2377 [15AP]

Somalia: develop a comprehensive strategy to ensure stability (see S. Res. 573), S5538 [29JN]

South America: honor bicentennial ``call for independence'' that led to the establishments of Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, and Venezuela (see H. Res. 1619), H6763 [15SE]

Thailand: urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems (see S. Res. 538), S4143 [24MY] (see H. Res. 1321), H3123 [4MY]

Ukraine: recognize important progress made in the establishment of democratic institutions following the Presidential run-off election (see S. Res. 422), S796 [25FE]

Venezuela: condemn repression of peaceful demonstrators, urge democratic reforms, and encourage vigilance against violations of constitutional, civil, and human rights (see S. Res. 428), S857 [1MR]

———support free elections and freedoms of speech, assembly, and expression, and reject efforts to intimidate or punish those who exercise such freedoms (see S. Res. 645), S7446 [24SE]

Vietnam: condemn human rights violations against villagers of Con Dau in Da Nang, call for U.N. investigation, and urge the Dept. of State to monitor such violations (see H. Res. 1572), H6405 (see H. Res. 1572), H6457 [29JY]

———promote freedom and democracy (see H.R. 6432), H7614 [18NO]

———use diplomatic pressure to uphold basic human rights, call on U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam to visit certain detained democracy activists, and request release of such activists (see H. Res. 1515), H5617 [14JY]

Zimbabwe: facilitate lasting peace, rule of law, democracy, and economic recovery (see H.R. 5971, 5971), H6404 (see H.R. 5971, 5971), H6456 [29JY]

———update U.S. policy and authorities to help advance a genuine transition to democracy and promote recovery (see S. 3297), S3091 [4MY]

Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act: repeal (see S. 3722), S6883 [5AU]

Letters

Dept. of State Office of International Religious Freedom proposed reorganization: Representative Wolf, H5979 [22JY]

Mischaracterization by John Fund of Representative Frank's position on universal voter registration: Representative Frank, H531 [3FE]

Messages

Blocking Property of Certain Persons Contributing to the Conflict in Somalia: President Obama, S2237 [13AP], H2477 [13AP]

Continuation of National Emergency Relative to Cote D'Ivoire: President Obama, S435 [2FE], H450 [2FE]

National Emergency Relative to the Former Liberian Regime of Charles Taylor: President Obama, S5990 [19JY], H5690 [19JY]

National Emergency Relative to Threat in Lebanon Posed by Actions of Certain Persons To Undermine Legitimate Democratic Institutions: President Obama, S6517 [29JY], H6355 [29JY]

Remarks in House

Afghanistan: certify that the Afghanistan Independent Election Commission and the Afghanistan Electoral Complaints Commission have professional capacity, legal authority, and independence to carry out and oversee elections, H4041 [27MY]

Africa: commend independence anniversary of several nations (H. Res. 1405), H5270-H5272 [30JN], E1264, E1269 [1JY], E1312 [14JY], E1342 [15JY]

Albania: independence anniversary, E2023 [1DE]

Amnesty International (organization): release of report on human rights violations against migrants in Mexico, H3624 [19MY]

Argentina: independence anniversary, E982, E984 [28MY]

Azerbaijan: independence anniversary, E851 [13MY], E915 [24MY], E964, E1006 [28MY]

———relationship with Israel, E945 [26MY]

Baltic States: anniversary of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania reestablishing full independence (H. Con. Res. 267), H8057, H8058 [7DE]

Bangladesh: support return to democracy (H. Res. 1215), H2413, H2414 [25MR]

Belarus: arrest of opponents of Alexander Lukashenko in the Presidential election as well as the arrest of journalists and social activists, H8917 [21DE]

Bulgaria: independence anniversary, H4334 [10JN], E1067 [10JN]

Burma: democracy efforts, H2676 [20AP]

———human rights violations, H3874 [27MY]

———welcome release of Aung San Suu Kyi and call for release of all political prisoners and international sanctions against ruling regime (H. Res. 1768), E2142 [15DE]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 83), H5565-H5567 [14JY], E811 [11MY], E1409 [22JY]

China: human rights violations, H5975 [22JY], E400 [17MR], E1486 [29JY], E1814 [29SE]

———persecution of Chen Guangcheng, H6651 [14SE]

Cold War Veterans Recognition Day: support goals and ideals (H. Res. 900), H1783-H1787 [20MR]

Colombia: elections, H4782 [24JN]

———reaffirm longstanding friendship and alliance with the U.S., recognize commitment to the democratic process, and congratulate President-elect Juan Manuel Santos (H. Res. 1465), H4711-H4713 [23JN], E1192 [24JN]

Committee on Foreign Affairs (House): Lorne Craner testimony on promotion of human rights and democracy, E1280 [1JY]

Community of Democracies (organization): support for pro-democracy movement in Cuba, H1415 [15MR]

———tribute (H. Res. 1143), H3418-H3420 [12MY]

Constitutional amendments: give U.S. citizens the right to recall elected officials (H.J. Res. 71), H547, H551 [3FE]

Cuba: democracy efforts, H2249-H2254 [23MR]

———human rights violations, H2245, H2249-H2254 [23MR], H3297 [11MY], E286 [2MR]

———insist upon freedom, democracy, and human rights before increasing U.S. trade and tourism, H2253 [23MR], H5523 [13JY], H7485 [16NO]

Dept. of State: impact of proposed reorganization of the Office of International Religious Freedom, H5978 [22JY]

Egypt: protect human rights and freedom of religion, H270 [21JA], E71 [21JA]

———U.S. policy, H5977 [22JY]

Florida: tribute to Day of Action activities to raise awareness relative to Sudan elections, H1445 [16MR]

Frank, Representative: mischaracterization by John Fund of position on universal voter registration, H530 [3FE]

George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies: tribute (H. Res. 528), H7726, H7727 [30NO], H7899 [2DE], E2045 [2DE]

Germany: anniversary of reunification and fall of the Berlin Wall, E1788 [29SE]

Government: characterization of truck owners as typical Americans and their views on role and size of Government, H357 [26JA]

Greece: independence anniversary (H. Res. 1107), H1195-H1198 [9MR], E340 [10MR], E354, E360 [11MR], E371 [12MR]

Guinea: condemn violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and human rights abuses (H. Res. 1013), H241-H243 [20JA], E89 [26JA]

Haiti: independence anniversary, E50 [20JA]

India: independence anniversary, E1565 [10AU]

Iran: anniversary of controversial Presidential elections, E1079 [10JN]

———condemn hanging of citizens protesting civil liberties and human rights violations, H451 [2FE]

———condemn human rights violations, release political prisoners, support democracy, remove terrorist designation from opposition group, and impose sanctions to deter nuclear program (H. Res. 1431), E2082 [8DE]

———human rights violations, E404 [17MR], E1076 [10JN]

———mark anniversary of Presidential election, support citizens' pursuit of basic freedoms, and condemn ongoing human rights abuses and continued pursuit of nuclear weapons capability (H. Res. 1457), H4716-H4721 [23JN], H4857 [24JN], E1241 [30JN]

———support all citizens struggling for freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and protection of the rule of law and condemn violence against demonstrators, E1043 [8JN]

———U.S. policy, H3884 [27MY], E1079 [10JN]

Iraq: call on leaders to form a capable, representative, and accountable Government, address needs of displaced citizens, and to effectively and fairly develop oil and gas reserves (H. Res. 1695), E1780 [29SE]

———elections, H2244 [23MR]

Israel: commend accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, H3624 [19MY], E1050 [9JN]

———commend accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (H. Res. 1391), H3834-H3837 [26MY], E967, E968, E1015 [28MY]

———recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense, H2671 [20AP], E594 [20AP]

———recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense (H. Con. Res. 260), H2769, H2772-H2779 [21AP], E569 [15AP], E590, E592 [20AP], E620, E624, E633, E635, E640 [22AP], E643, E646, E656 [26AP], E669 [27AP], E691, E696 [28AP]

———U.S. policy, H1414 [15MR]

Kazakhstan: human rights violations, E1733 [23SE]

Korea, Democratic People's Republic of: human rights violations, H5976 [22JY]

Korea, Republic of: independence anniversary, E1545 [10AU]

Malaysia: independence anniversary, E1014 [28MY]

Mandela, Nelson R.: commemorate anniversary of release from prison and recognize role in ending apartheid and contributions to South Africa and the global community (H. Res. 1102), E209 [23FE]

Members of Congress: importance of listening to constituent concerns, E1561 [10AU]

Mexico: celebrate anniversaries of independence and the beginning of the Mexican Revolution, recognize contributions of Mexican Americans, and support closer collaboration with the U.S., E1638 [15SE]

———independence anniversary, E1684 [20SE]

Morocco: human rights violations, H3466 [13MY], H5977 [22JY], E1523 [30JY], E1705 [22SE], E1953 [17NO]

Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe: assuming of chairmanship by Kazakhstan, E102 [27JA], E110 [29JA], E116 [2FE], E420 [19MR], E1823 [29SE]

———support and facilitate proposed summit, E102 [27JA]

Pakistan: independence anniversary, E1575 [10AU]

Philippines: elections, E718 [29AP]

Polish Constitution Day: observance, E734, E735, E737 [4MY]

Political campaigns: constitutional amendment prohibiting corporations and labor organizations from using operating funds for advertisements relative to Federal election campaigns, H392 [27JA]

Puerto Rico: allow supporters of Commonwealth status quo the option of voting their preference during the second stage of the plebescite, H3042, H3043 [29AP]

———amend description of statehood on self-determination ballot to include recognition of English as official language and the assurance of the right to bear arms, H3057, H3058 [29AP]

Religion: importance of Christianity, H5614 [14JY], H5980 [22JY]

Romania: celebrate anniversary of relations with the U.S., commend Romanian people on achievements, and reaffirm bonds of trust and values with the U.S. (S. Con. Res. 67), H8976 [22DE], E2258 [29DE]

Schultz, Ed: condemn radio commentator for supporting voter fraud, H248 [20JA]

Slovenia: independence anniversary, E1229 [29JN]

Somalia: independence anniversary, E1264 [1JY]

Taiwan: observance of National Day, E1693, E1700, E1705 [22SE], E1719 [23SE], E1743 [24SE], E1766, E1770, E1774, E1778, E1788, E1824, E1825, E1828, E1832, E1835, E1838, E1845, E1849, E1869 [29SE]

Thailand: urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems (H. Res. 1321), H5267-H5270 [30JN], E753 [5MY], E1340 [15JY]

Turkey: observance of Republic Day, E1883, E1899 [15NO], E1914 [16NO], E1940 [17NO], E1961, E1964, E1984 [18NO], E1999 [29NO], E2058 [2DE]

Ukraine: address restrictions on freedoms of speech and press, E1265 [1JY]

———democracy efforts, H3844 [26MY]

———support continued political and economic development (H. Res. 981), H49-H51 [13JA]

Vaisakhi Day: observance, E545 [14AP], E562 [15AP]

Venezuela: independence anniversary, E1259 [30JN]

Vietnam: condemn human rights violations against villagers of Con Dau in Da Nang, call for U.N. investigation, and urge the Dept. of State to monitor such violations (H. Res. 1572), E1671 [16SE]

———human rights violations, H47 [13JA], H6167 [28JY]

Remarks in Senate

Africa: democracy efforts and holding of elections in several countries, S938 [2MR]

Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN): welcome leaders to the U.S. for summit, broaden U.S. engagement, and reinforce democracy efforts in Burma (S. Res. 640), S7426 [23SE]

Burma: condemn continued detention of Aung San Suu Kyi, broaden political participation, assess U.S. policy relative to human rights violations, and call for a fair election process (S. Res. 480), S3432 [7MY]

———National League for Democracy dissolution as a political party, S6145, S6146 [22JY]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act: approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 83), S6144-S6146 [22JY]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (H.J. Res. 83), unanimous-consent agreement, S6119 [21JY]

———approve renewal of import restrictions (S.J. Res. 29), S3169-S3171 [5MY], S3485 [10MY]

Cuba: independence anniversary, S4078 [20MY]

Durbin, Senator: report on congressional delegation trip to Africa, S730-S732 [24FE]

Egypt: extension of emergency law, S4141 [24MY]

El Salvador: human rights violations, S4506 [27MY]

Foreign countries: report on congressional delegation trip to Afghanistan and Pakistan, S2348-S2351 [15AP]

Foreign policy: ensure that U.S. policy reflects appropriate understanding and sensitivity on human rights, S939 [2MR]

Greece: independence anniversary, S2110 [25MR]

———independence anniversary (S. Res. 464), S1816 [22MR]

Guatemala: importance of Guatemalan Presidential selection of Attorney General relative to criminal and human rights issues, S2371 [15AP]

Guinea: condemn assault of women and killing of political protesters, support inquiry into, and prosecution for, violence, and consider punitive measures against officials found to be complicit (S. Res. 345), S673, S674 [22FE]

———elections, S4934 [15JN]

History: recognize the importance of the American values of liberty, democracy, and free markets, S8980 [14DE]

India: independence anniversary (S. Res. 613), S6981 [5AU]

International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala: reaffirm commitment to mission, S5311 [23JN]

Iran: commend democracy and human rights advocates, support freedom of speech, and renew focus on human rights violations as found in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (S. Res. 415), S548, S589-S592 [11FE]

———condemn restrictions on freedoms of speech, the press, expression, and assembly, human rights abuses, and censorship, and support access to the Internet and personal communication services, S2109 [25MR]

———establish a program to support a transition to a freely elected, open democracy (S. 3008), S8050 [18NO]

Iraq: elections, S1256 [8MR]

———recognize positive effect of upcoming parliamentary elections on political reconciliation and democratic institutions (S. Res. 437), S1129 [4MR]

Israel: recognize independence anniversary and reaffirm relationship with the U.S. and right of self-defense, S2485 [21AP]

Kyrgyzstan: call for investigation and prevention of violence, support humanitarian relief efforts, and strengthen democratic institutions and respect for human rights (S. Res. 566), S5463 [25JN], S5954 [15JY]

League of Women Voters: anniversary, S1811 [22MR]

Lithuania: anniversary (S. Res. 442), S1207 [4MR], S1225 [5MR]

Middle East: role of Iran in Iraq war, S738 [24FE]

Moldova: recognize recent accomplishments and express support for free and transparent parliamentary elections (S. Res. 683), S8107 [18NO]

Poland: tribute to relations with U.S., S8635 [8DE]

Romania: celebrate anniversary of relations with the U.S., commend Romanian people on achievements, and reaffirm bonds of trust and values with the U.S. (S. Con. Res. 67), S5716 [30JN]

Russia: human rights violations, S7915 [17NO], S10339-S10343 [16DE]

———recognize democracy efforts, support further reforms, and encourage continued protection of human rights and civil liberties, S1643 [17MR]

Serbia: commend democracy efforts, urge European Union decision on membership application, welcome NATO Partnership for Peace Program membership, and urge capture and transfer of indicted war criminals (S. Res. 483), S2529 [21AP]

Somalia: develop a comprehensive strategy to ensure stability (S. Res. 573), S7770, S7771 [29SE]

Specter, Senator: report on congressional delegation trip to Cyprus, Syria, India, Afghanistan, and Morocco, S761 [25FE]

Sudan: elections, S3534 [11MY]

Taiwan: observance of National Day, S7746 [29SE]

Taylor, John: Common Cause (organization), Delaware Chapter Open Government Award recipient, S3090 [4MY]

Thailand: urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems (S. Res. 538), S4161 [24MY]

Ukraine: recognize important progress made in the establishment of democratic institutions following the Presidential run-off election (S. Res. 422), S800 [25FE], S1128 [4MR]

Zimbabwe: update U.S. policy and authorities to help advance a genuine transition to democracy and promote recovery (S. 3297), S3093-S3095 [4MY]

Reports filed

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act Import Restrictions Renewal: Committee on Finance (Senate) (S.J. Res. 29) (S. Rept. 111-279), S6882 [5AU]

Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act Renewal of Import Restrictions Approval: Committee on Finance (Senate) (S.J. Res. 29), S5849 [14JY]

Develop a Comprehensive Strategy To Ensure Stability of Somalia: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. Res. 573), S7442 [24SE]

Zimbabwe Transition to Democracy and Economic Recovery Act: Committee on Foreign Relations (Senate) (S. 3297) (S. Rept. 111-369), S10303 [15DE]

Resolutions by organizations

Cuba's pro-democracy movement: Community of Democracies (organization), H3420 [12MY]

Summaries

Dept. of State Country Report on Human Rights Practices in Russia (excerpt), S1643 [17MR]

Tables

Pay-as-you-go effects of H.J. Res. 83, Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval, H5615 [14JY]

Texts of

H. Con. Res. 267, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania reestablishing full independence anniversary, H8057 [7DE]

H. Res. 528, tribute to George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies, H7726 [30NO]

H. Res. 900, support goals and ideals of Cold War Veterans Recognition Day, H1783 [20MR]

H. Res. 981, support continued political and economic development of Ukraine, H49 [13JA]

H. Res. 1013, condemn violent suppression of legitimate political dissent and human rights abuses in Guinea, H241 [20JA]

H. Res. 1107, Greece independence anniversary, H1195 [9MR]

H. Res. 1143, tribute to Community of Democracies (organization), H3418 [12MY]

H. Res. 1215, support Bangladesh return to democracy, H2413 [25MR]

H. Res. 1321, urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems in Thailand, H5267 [30JN]

H. Res. 1391, commend Israel on accession to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, H3834 [26MY]

H. Res. 1405, commend independence anniversary of several African nations, H5270 [30JN]

H. Res. 1457, mark anniversary of Iranian Presidential election, support citizens' pursuit of basic freedoms, and condemn ongoing human rights abuses and continued pursuit of nuclear weapons capability, H4716 [23JN]

H. Res. 1465, reaffirm longstanding friendship and alliance between Colombia and the U.S., recognize commitment to the democratic process, and congratulate President-elect Juan Manuel Santos, H4711 [23JN]

H.J. Res. 83, Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval, H5565 [14JY]

S. Con. Res. 67, celebrate anniversary of Romania's relations with the U.S., commend Romanian people on achievements, and reaffirm bonds of trust and values with the U.S., S5704, S5716 [30JN], H8976 [22DE]

S. Res. 345, condemn assault of women and killing of political protesters, support inquiry into, and prosecution for, violence, and consider punitive measures against officials found to be complicit in Guinea, S712 [23FE]

S. Res. 415, commend democracy and human rights advocates, support freedom of speech, and renew focus on human rights violations as found in the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights in Iran, S571, S592 [11FE]

S. Res. 422, recognize important progress made in Ukraine in the establishment of democratic institutions following the Presidential run-off election, S800 [25FE], S1129 [4MR]

S. Res. 428, condemn repression of peaceful demonstrators in Venezuela, urge democratic reforms, and encourage vigilance against violations of constitutional, civil, and human rights, S860 [1MR]

S. Res. 437, recognize positive effect of upcoming parliamentary elections in Iraq on political reconciliation and democratic institutions, S1130, S1183 [4MR]

S. Res. 442, Lithuania anniversary, S1185, S1208 [4MR]

S. Res. 464, Greece independence anniversary, S1815, S1816 [22MR]

S. Res. 480, condemn continued detention of Aung San Suu Kyi, broaden political participation, assess U.S. policy relative to human rights violations, and call for a fair election process in Burma, S2299 [14AP], S3432 [7MY]

S. Res. 483, commend Serbian democracy efforts, urge European Union decision on membership application, welcome NATO Partnership for Peace Program membership, and urge capture and transfer of indicted war criminals, S2389 [15AP], S2529 [21AP]

S. Res. 538, urge peaceful and democratic resolution of political problems in Thailand, S4148, S4161 [24MY]

S. Res. 566, call for investigation and prevention of violence, support humanitarian relief efforts, and strengthen democratic institutions and respect for human rights in Kyrgyzstan, S5462, S5463 [25JN]

S. Res. 573, develop a comprehensive strategy to ensure stability in Somalia, S5544 [29JN], S7770 [29SE]

S. Res. 586, support democracy, human rights, and civil liberties in Egypt, S6026 [20JY]

S. Res. 613, India independence anniversary, S6908, S6981 [5AU]

S. Res. 640, welcome Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) leaders to the U.S. for summit, broaden U.S. engagement, and reinforce democracy efforts in Burma, S7423, S7426 [23SE]

S. Res. 645, support free elections and freedoms of speech, assembly, and expression, and reject efforts to intimidate or punish those who exercise such freedoms in Venezuela, S7448 [24SE]

S. Res. 683, recognize recent accomplishments and express support for free and transparent parliamentary elections in Moldova, S8065, S8107 [18NO]

S.J. Res. 29, Burmese Freedom and Democracy Act import restrictions renewal approval, S3170 [5MY]