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Rep. Lehman, William [D-FL-13]

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Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 41 (102nd)referred

Condemning the Iraqi attack against Israel.

United States · United States Congress · 18 January 1991

Condemns Iraq's unprovoked attack on Israel. Expresses sympathy for the loss of life, casualties, and destruction. Declares solidarity with the people of Israel. Commends the citizens of Israel for their perserverance and the Government of Israel for its restraint. Recognizes Israel's right to defend itself. Reaffirms America's continued commitment to provide Israel with the means to maintain her freedom and security.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 50 (102nd)referred

Concerning United Nations action regarding the Soviet Union's treatment of the Baltic Republics of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.

United States · United States Congress · 23 January 1991

Calls on the Soviet Government to cease its military intimidation of the freely-elected Baltic Governments and to respect freedom of speech, assembly, and the press and all internationally-recognized standards of human rights. Urges the President to instruct the U.S. representative to the United Nations (U.N.) to: (1) address the issue in the U.N. Security Council; and (2) raise the issue of human rights violations in the Baltic States and urge the U.N. Commission on Human Rights to take action on this issue during its February 1991 meeting. Calls upon member states of the U.N. to exercise their diplomatic influence with the Soviet Union to bring about a prompt resolution of the Baltic conflict and a restoration of peaceful relations with the Republics of Estonia, Lithuania, and Lativa. Requests the U.N. Secretary General to keep the situation in the Baltic States under constant surveillance and to report to the Security Council and the Commission on Human Rights on further developments.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 88 (102nd)referred

Urging Arab states to recognize, and make peace with, Israel.

United States · United States Congress · 5 March 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) all Arab nations should enter into direct negotiations with Israel to recognize Israel, end the economic boycott against Israel, and end the state of belligerency with Israel; and (2) the United States should use all available means to influence and encourage the Arab states which were allied with it in the Gulf War to achieve those objectives.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 118 (102nd)open

Concerning the Arab boycott against Israel.

United States · United States Congress · 11 April 1991

Declares that the Arab League should terminate its boycotts against Israel and that the President should encourage U.S. allies and trading partners to enact laws prohibiting businesses from complying with such boycott and penalizing businesses that do comply.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 144 (102nd)referred

To express the sense of Congress that, in any Act of Congress authorizing appropriations for Federal-aid highways and highway safety construction programs and for urban mass transportation programs for fiscal years 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, and 1996, the ratio of funding for urban mass transportation programs to Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction projects should be not less than $1 to $4.

United States · United States Congress · 7 May 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the ratio of funding for Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction programs compared to urban mass transportation programs should not be less than one dollar to four dollars in any Act authorizing appropriations for FY 1992 through 1996.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 105 (102nd)reported

Calling for a United States policy of strengthening and maintaining indefinitely the current International Whaling Commission moratorium on the commercial killing of whales, and other wise expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to conserving and protecting the world's whale, dolphin, and porpoise populations.

United States · United States Congress · 21 March 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) promote the maximum conservation and protection of whale, dolphin, and porpoise populations; (2) work to strengthen and maintain the current International Whaling Commission moratorium on the commercial killing of whales; (3) work to strengthen the Commission by reaffirming its competence to regulate whaling on all species of cetaceans and take actions to assure global protection for small cetaceans; and (4) in promoting protection, make use of diplomatic channels, domestic and international law, and all other means.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 152 (102nd)referred

Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Federal Republic of Germany and the Republic of Austria should take all applicable steps to halt the distribution of neo-Nazi computer games and prosecute anyone found in possession of these materials to the full extent of the law.

United States · United States Congress · 15 May 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that Germany and Austria should take steps to halt the distribution of specified neo-Nazi video games and prosecute anyone found in possession of such games to the full extent of the law.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 162 (102nd)referred

To express the sense of the Congress that the President should consider certain factors in 1992 before recommending extension of the waiver authority under section 402(c) of the Trade Act of 1974 with respect to the Union of Soviet Socialists Republics.

United States · United States Congress · 4 June 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President, in recommending in 1992 a waiver of human rights and emigration requirements for nondiscriminatory treatment (most-favored-nation treatment) for the Soviet Union under the Trade Act of 1974, should consider whether: (1) specified objectives relating to emigration and Helsinki Accords have been and will be met by such country during the period of the waiver; and (2) Soviet law and intent are resulting in a sustained pattern of emigration and a cessation of hidden barriers to it.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 166 (102nd)referred

Expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to contraception and infertility.

United States · United States Congress · 13 June 1991

Declares that the Congress should: (1) establish a program of research for the development of methods of contraception and methods of diagnosing and treating infertility; (2) provide adequate long-term resources for the program; (3) ensure that Federal programs with respect to sexually transmitted diseases adequately respond to the role of such diseases in infertility; (4) ensure public education on contraception and infertility; (5) establish as Federal goals the development, by the year 2010, of improved barrier methods to protect against pregnancy and diseases, new methods of contraception for use by men, a vaccine-like drug for women that prevents pregnancy for a significant period of time without other specified effects, and new and improved techniques of diagnosing and treating infertility; (6) require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to reestablish the Ethical Advisory Board in order to facilitate research with respect to infertility; (7) review the policies and procedures of the Food and Drug Administration with respect to expediting approval of drugs and devices for use by the public, especially with respect to contraception and infertility; and (8) determine to what extent measures can be implemented by public or private entities to resolve liability issues involved with drugs and devices concerned with contraception and infertility.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 16 (102nd)open

Expressing the sense of the Congress that the President of the United States should fundamentally reassess the necessity of underground nuclear explosions, and instruct his representatives to the Limited Test Ban Treaty Amendment Conference in January, 1990 to support a Comprehensive Test Ban Amendment.

United States · United States Congress · 3 January 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should fundamentally reassess the necessity of underground nuclear explosions and instruct his representatives to the Limited Test Ban Treaty Amendment Conference to support a comprehensive test ban amendment.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 200 (102nd)open

To recommend that the United Nations Security Council dispatch United Nations forces to the Republic of Croatia for the purpose of stopping the bloodshed there.

United States · United States Congress · 12 September 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the United Nations (UN) Security Council should dispatch an armed force to end the fighting in Croatia; and (2) after quelling the fighting, the UN should hold a high-level conference on the future status of Yugoslav republics and put in place a peacekeeping force in Croatia.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 220 (102nd)open

Condemning the unconstitutional seizure of power by elements of the Haitian military and consequent violence, and calling on the Attorney General to suspend the forced return of Haitian nationals in the United States during the crisis in Haiti.

United States · United States Congress · 10 October 1991

Condemns the unconstitutional military junta in Haiti. Supports the restoration of the legitimately elected government of President Aristide and the peace efforts of the Organization of American States. Calls upon: (1) the Attorney General to temporarily suspend the forced return of Haitian nationals during this crisis; (2) the Coast Guard to begin a coordinated search and rescue at sea operation with respect to Haitians fleeing Haiti; and (3) the Aristide government, upon its restoration, to respect and promote the human rights of all Haitian citizens.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 221 (102nd)referred

Commending Aung San Suu Kyi on the occasion of her receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and requesting that the Speaker of the House invite her to address a joint meeting of the Congress.

United States · United States Congress · 15 October 1991

Commends and congratulates Aung San Suu Kyi of Burma for receiving the 1991 Nobel Peace Prize. Calls on the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Majority Leader of the Senate to invite her to address a joint meeting of the Congress.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 161 (102nd)open

Expressing the sense of the Congress that the American public should observe the 100th anniversary of moviemaking and recognize the contributions of the American Film Institute in advocating and preserving the art of film.

United States · United States Congress · 3 June 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the American public should observe the 100th anniversary of filmmaking; and (2) the American Film Institute has a leadership role in preserving the art of film.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 216 (102nd)open

Concerning the use of forced labor in Chinese prisons.

United States · United States Congress · 8 October 1991

Sets forth congressional findings with respect to China's: (1) exploiting the labor of Chinese prisoners to produce cheap products for export; (2) detaining many prisoners past the expiration of their sentences in violation of internationally recognized human rights; and (3) holding such prisoners in conditions that fall below international standards for the treatment of prisoners. Urges China to: (1) allow international inspections of detention places suspected of producing export goods; (2) release the texts of government policies regarding such exportation; (3) detail steps it will take to prohibit the export of Chinese prison-made products; and (4) reform the Chinese political, judicial, penal, and economic systems so that Chinese citizens are not jailed for their political and religious beliefs (and receive fair and open trails for any crimes of which they are accused), Chinese prisoners are compensated for their work, and workplace conditions in Chinese prisons are safe and humane. Urges Hong Kong and other nations through which Chinese products are transshipped to: (1) prohibit the importation of Chinese forced labor products; and (2) investigate trading companies suspected of dealing in prison-made goods.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 188 (102nd)open

Concerning freedom of emigration and travel for Syrian Jews.

United States · United States Congress · 25 July 1991

Condemns Syria's denial of Syrian Jews' right to travel freely and calls upon the Syrian Government to: (1) immediately grant Syrian Jews the right to travel freely without imposing a fee; and (2) release all Jewish prisoners who were charged or suspected of traveling illegally. Urges the President to encourage U.S. allies and trading partners to make similar pleas to the Syrian Government. Calls upon the United Nations to send an official delegation to Syria to investigate the present condition of Syrian Jews.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 226 (102nd)passed

To commend the participants in the Middle East Peace Conference to be held in Madrid on October 30, 1991.

United States · United States Congress · 23 October 1991

Commends: (1) the participants in the Middle East Peace Conference scheduled to convene in Madrid on October 30, 1991; (2) Secretary of State Baker for bringing the parties to the Arab-Israeli conflict to the negotiating table; (3) President Bush for his support of the peace process; and (4) Israel and the Soviet Union for resuming diplomatic relations. Encourages: (1) the participants to continue to overcome their distrust and enmity in the pursuit of peace and security; and (2) Secretary Baker to continue his active role to facilitate the parties in their direct negotiations. Restates the Congress's unequivocal support of, and commitment to, the peace process.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 224 (102nd)open

To express the sense of the Congress that the President should recognize the independence of the Republic of Croatia and the Republic of Slovenia.

United States · United States Congress · 22 October 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the President should: (1) condemn the use of force in Yugoslavia; (2) recognize the independence of the Republics of Croatia and Slovenia; and (3) work for the cessation of hostilities leading to a negotiated settlement and peace in the region.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 177 (102nd)referred

Calling for a United States policy of strengthening and maintaining indefinitely the current International Whaling Commission moratorium on the commercial killing of whales, and otherwise expressing the sense of the Congress with respect to conserving and protecting the world's whale, dolphin, and porpoise populations.

United States · United States Congress · 9 July 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that the United States should: (1) promote the maximum conservation and protection of whale, dolphin, and porpoise populations; (2) work to strengthen and maintain the current International Whaling Commission moratorium on the commercial killing of whales; (3) work to strengthen the Commission by reaffirming its competence to regulate whaling on all species of cetaceans and take actions to assure global protection for small cetaceans; and (4) in promoting protection, make use of diplomatic channels, domestic and international law, and all other means.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 232 (102nd)referred

Calling for acceptance and implementation by certain republics of the commitments on human rights, fundamental freedoms, and humanitarian cooperation contained in the Helsinki Final Act and other documents of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe.

United States · United States Congress · 5 November 1991

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the leaders of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Byelorussia (a.k.a. Belarus), Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan (a.k.a. Kirghizia) Moldavia (a.k.a. Moldova), Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, and Uzbekistan should accept and implement all commitments on human rights, fundamental freedoms, and humanitarian cooperation contained in the Helsinki Final Act, the Charter of Paris for a New Europe, or any other document of the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe; and (2) the President should convey to the leaders of these republics that respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms is a vital element in achieving genuine security and cooperation in Europe and should keep the Congress informed of the status of human rights and fundamental freedoms in each of these republics.