Rule of law

Recommending the integration of the Republic of Croatia into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

United States · United States Congress · 2 November 2005

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the Republic of Croatia has made significant progress in strengthening its democratic institutions and respect for human rights and the rule of law; (2) Croatia should be commended for its progress in meeting the political, economic, military, and other requirements of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's (NATO) Membership Action Plan, its contribution to the global war on terrorism, and for its constructive participation in the United States-Adriatic Charter; (3) the government of Croatia should be commended for the significant improvement in its cooperation with the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY); and (4) with complete satisfaction of NATO guidelines and criteria for membership, Croatia should be invited to be a full NATO member.

To remove the restriction that amendments of, or modifications to, the constitution of American Samoa, as approved by the Secretary of the Interior pursuant to Executive Order 10264 as in effect January 1, 1983, may be made only by an Act of Congress.

United States · United States Congress · 31 October 2005

Eliminates the restriction that amendments of, or modifications to, the constitution of American Samoa (as approved by the Secretary of the Interior pursuant to Executive Order 10264 as in effect January 1, 1983) may be made only by an Act of Congress.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the trial and sentencing of Mikhail B. Khodorkovsky and the seizing of assets and state-directed takeover of the Yukos Oil Company by the Government of the Russian Federation.

United States · United States Congress · 28 October 2005

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) law enforcement and judicial authorities of the Russian Federation failed to provide Mikhail B. Khodorkovsky and Platon Lebedev the full measure of their rights under the Russian Constitution to defend themselves against the alleged crimes; and (2) Russian authorities should act to prove that the cases against Mikhail Khodorkovsky and Platon Lebedev are not politically motivated, and that the state is not engaged in a campaign to reclaim or renationalize private enterprises.

A resolution calling for a free and fair presidential election in the Republic of Kazakhstan.

United States · United States Congress · 27 October 2005

Calls on the government of Kazakhstan to: (1) hold a free presidential election in December 2005, in accordance with Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) guidelines; (2) guarantee the full participation of opposition figures and parties in the upcoming election and permit the return of political exiles; (3) guarantee foreign and domestic election monitors access to all aspects of the election process; (4) guarantee freedom of speech and assembly; and (5) meet all of its freely accepted OSCE commitments on democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.

Mourning the horrific loss of life caused by the floods and mudslides that occurred in October 2005 in Central America and Mexico and expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should do everything possible to assist the affected people and communities.

United States · United States Congress · 27 October 2005

States that Congress: (1) mourns the horrific loss of life caused by the October 2005 floods and mudslides in Central America and Mexico, and expresses its deep condolences to the the victims' families; (2) commits to provide the necessary resources for the relief and rebuilding of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico; (3) recognizes the growing international relief effort; and (4) encourages the Administration and other international donors to provide immediate and long-term assistance for the reconstruction of affected infrastructure. Expresses the sense of Congress that it should be U.S. policy: (1) to promote economic growth and improved living standards, reduce poverty, and promote democracy and the rule of law in the countries of Central America; (2) in concert with multilateral humanitarian organizations, the Organization of American States (OAS), and the Inter-American Development Bank to support the reconstruction of affected communities; and (3) to encourage the governments of these countries to improve disaster mitigation techniques and compliance among key societal sectors.

proposition de résolution modifiant le Règlement du Sénat pour les questions orales avec débat portant sur des sujets européens

France · Senate · 26 October 2005

194 Mr. Sherlock asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will implement the recommendations made by the report of the All-Party Committee on the Constitution on the process of building land; the planned timeframe for implementing these recommendations; if he will report to Dáil Éireann on his strategy for such an implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30389/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 25 October 2005

194 Mr. Sherlock asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if he will implement the recommendations made by the report of the All-Party Committee on the Constitution on the process of building land; the planned timeframe for implementing these recommendations; if he will report to Dáil Éireann on his strategy for such an implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30389/05]

Reaffirming the continued importance and applicability of the Posse Comitatus Act.

United States · United States Congress · 25 October 2005

Reaffirms the continued importance and applicability of the Posse Comitatus Act (that prohibits the use of the Army or Air Force as a posse comitatus to execute the laws except under circumstances expressly authorized by the Constitution or Act of Congress).

Redistricting Reform Act of 2005

United States · United States Congress · 20 October 2005

Redistricting Reform Act of 2005 - Prohibits a state that has been redistricted after an apportionment from being redistricted again until after the next apportionment of Representatives, unless the state is ordered by a court to conduct such a subsequent redistricting in order to: (1) comply with the U.S. Constitution; or (2) enforce the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Requires such redistricting to be conducted according to: (1) a plan developed by the independent redistricting commission established in the state; or (2) if such plan is not enacted into law, the redistricting plan selected by the state's highest court or developed by a U.S. district court. Provides for: (1) establishment of a state independent bi-partisan redistricting commission; (2) development of a redistricting plan; (3) its submission to the state legislature; (4) selection of a plan, under specified conditions, by the state's highest court or the U.S. district court; (5) special rules for redistricting conducted under a federal court order; (6) Election Assistance Commission payments to states for carrying out redistricting; (7) civil enforcement to carry out this Act; and (8) the right of action for a person who is aggrieved by a violation of this Act.

Commending the people of the Republic of Iraq for holding a successful referendum on a new constitution for Iraq.

United States · United States Congress · 20 October 2005

Commends: (1) the people of the Republic of Iraq for holding a successful referendum on a new constitution; and (2) Iraqi military and police forces for their excellent work to ensure that the referendum was held in a relatively peaceful manner. Recognizes Iraq's democratic progress.

Judgment of the Court of First Instance (Third Chamber) of 19 October 2005.#Cofradía de pescadores de "San Pedro" de Bermeo and Others v Council of the European Union.#Fisheries - Conservation of the resources of the sea - Relative stability of the fishing activities of each Member State - Fishing quota exchanges - Transfer to the French Republic of part of the fishing quota for anchovy allocated to the Portuguese Republic - Annulment of the provisions authorising that transfer - Reduction, for the Kingdom of Spain, of the effective fishing possibilities - Non-contractual liability of the Community - Rule of law conferring rights on individuals - Actual damage.#Case T-415/03.

European Union · Court of Justice of the European Union · 19 October 2005

450 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs when the Government White Paper on the EU constitution was completed; if the publication of this document has been delayed; if the cost of producing this document has increased as a result of this delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29105/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 October 2005

450 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs when the Government White Paper on the EU constitution was completed; if the publication of this document has been delayed; if the cost of producing this document has increased as a result of this delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29105/05]

449 Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the meaning of the phrase “the Government will use this period to promote active engagement with the European Constitution” appearing in Ireland and the European Union, issued by him in October 2005. [28655/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 18 October 2005

449 Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the meaning of the phrase “the Government will use this period to promote active engagement with the European Constitution” appearing in Ireland and the European Union, issued by him in October 2005. [28655/05]

proposition de loi organique tendant à renforcer et à démocratiser les conditions de parrainage requises pour se présenter à l'élection présidentielle

France · Senate · 12 October 2005

5 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Taoiseach if his Government intends to propose any amendments to the Constitution during the current Dáil session. [25337/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 12 October 2005

5 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Taoiseach if his Government intends to propose any amendments to the Constitution during the current Dáil session. [25337/05]

4 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach his proposals to amend the Constitution during this session of Dáil Éireann; when a referendum on such proposals may be held; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25202/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 12 October 2005

4 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach his proposals to amend the Constitution during this session of Dáil Éireann; when a referendum on such proposals may be held; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25202/05]

29 Ms Lynch asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the ongoing concerns stated by the International Crisis Group that the weakness of the Iraqi draft constitution is likely to fuel rather than to quell insurgency in the country; the dangers that the Sunni minority, despite opposing the proposed constitution, will be unable to block it; and the potentially disastrous consequences that this may have for Iraq. [26847/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

29 Ms Lynch asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the ongoing concerns stated by the International Crisis Group that the weakness of the Iraqi draft constitution is likely to fuel rather than to quell insurgency in the country; the dangers that the Sunni minority, despite opposing the proposed constitution, will be unable to block it; and the potentially disastrous consequences that this may have for Iraq. [26847/05]

165 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the role he envisions the Referendum Commission playing in regard to the proposed new EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18934/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

165 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the role he envisions the Referendum Commission playing in regard to the proposed new EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18934/05]

161 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his assessment of the implications for the proposed EU constitution of the results of the referenda in France and Holland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19101/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

161 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his assessment of the implications for the proposed EU constitution of the results of the referenda in France and Holland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19101/05]

158 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding the holding of a referendum on the EU constitution in view of President Barroso’s recent comments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27217/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

158 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position regarding the holding of a referendum on the EU constitution in view of President Barroso’s recent comments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27217/05]

97 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position in regard to the ratification of the treaty on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27080/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

97 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position in regard to the ratification of the treaty on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27080/05]

15 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the situation in relation to the holding of a referendum on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26877/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 October 2005

15 Mr. Allen asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the situation in relation to the holding of a referendum on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26877/05]

244 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the implications of the French and Dutch referendum results for the EU constitution; the impact on Ireland’s planned referendum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27162/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 October 2005

244 Mr. Sargent asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the implications of the French and Dutch referendum results for the EU constitution; the impact on Ireland’s planned referendum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27162/05]

Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2005

Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2006 - Authorizes appropriations for FY2006 for the conduct of intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the: (1) Office of the Director of National Intelligence (DNI); (2) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA); (3) Department of Defense; (4) Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA); (5) National Security Agency (NSA); (6) Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force; (7) Departments of State, the Treasury, Energy, and Justice; (8) Federal Bureau of Investigation; (9) National Reconnaissance Office; (10) National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency; (11) Coast Guard; and (12) Department of Homeland Security. Specifies that the amounts authorized and the authorized personnel ceilings as of September 30, 2006, for such activities are those specified in the classified Schedule of Authorizations. Allows the DNI, with the approval of the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, to authorize employment of civilian personnel in excess of the number authorized for FY2006 (by not more than two percent) when necessary to the performance of important intelligence functions. Authorizes appropriations for the Intelligence Community Management Account of the DNI for FY2006 as well as for full-time personnel for elements within such Account. Earmarks a specified amount of such funds for the National Drug Intelligence Center. Authorizes appropriations for FY2006 for the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability Fund. Specifies that the authorization of appropriations by this Act shall not be deemed to constitute authority for the conduct of any intelligence activity which is not otherwise authorized by the Constitution or laws of the United States. Amends the National Security Act of 1947 to establish an Office of the Inspector General of the Intelligence Community. Repeals superseded authority to establish such position under the Inspector General Act of 1978. Protects from public disclosure certain operational files: (1) within the Office of the DNI; and (2) of the DIA. Establishes: (1) a Deputy Director of the CIA; (2) an Assistant Attorney General for the NSA; and (3) a National Security Division of the Department of Justice.

Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz und Richterdienstgesetz

Austria · National Council · 28 September 2005

1361 Mr. Aylward asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the proposals which are with his Department to permit Irish citizens living abroad in the European Union to vote in any referenda on the proposed European constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24842/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 September 2005

1361 Mr. Aylward asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the proposals which are with his Department to permit Irish citizens living abroad in the European Union to vote in any referenda on the proposed European constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24842/05]

602 Mr. Quinn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No. 380 of 14 June 2005, the outcome of the consideration then being given to Ireland’s participation in the EU integrated rule of law mission for Iraq; the details of Ireland’s participation or proposed participation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24745/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 September 2005

602 Mr. Quinn asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No. 380 of 14 June 2005, the outcome of the consideration then being given to Ireland’s participation in the EU integrated rule of law mission for Iraq; the details of Ireland’s participation or proposed participation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24745/05]

28 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach the recent contacts he has had with other EU leaders concerning the status of the proposed EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25203/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 September 2005

28 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach the recent contacts he has had with other EU leaders concerning the status of the proposed EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25203/05]

25 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with the French Minister for European Affairs; his views on her statement that the French Government would not seek a second referendum on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25191/05]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 28 September 2005

25 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach if he will report on his recent meeting with the French Minister for European Affairs; his views on her statement that the French Government would not seek a second referendum on the EU constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25191/05]

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to authorize the President to reduce or disapprove any appropriation in any bill presented by Congress.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2005

Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes the President to reduce or disapprove appropriations in any bill, order, resolution, or vote, which is presented to the President. Declares that any legislation that the President approves and signs after such amendment shall become law as so modified. Requires the President to return those portions of the legislation that contain reduced or disapproved appropriations with objections to the chamber where such legislation originated. Allows Congress to consider separately any reduced or disapproved appropriations in the manner prescribed under the U.S. Constitution for bills disapproved by the President.

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the line item veto.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2005

Constitutional Amendment - Empowers Congress to enact a line-item veto.

Expressing the sense of Congress that the Government of the United States should support democracy, the rule of law, and human rights in the Republic of Nicaragua and work cooperatively with regional and international organizations to bolster Nicaraguan efforts to establish the requisite conditions for free, fair, transparent, and inclusive presidential and legislative elections in 2006.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2005

Condemns: (1) the Aleman-Ortega Pact as detrimental to democracy in the Republic of Nicaragua and to regional stability; and (2) the Pact-controlled National Assembly's anti-democratic actions, including efforts to remove democratically-elected President Enrique Bolanos on dubious legal grounds. Supports the efforts of Nicaraguan democratic civil society to create conditions for free and fair elections. Empresses the sense of Congress that: (1) it should be U.S. policy to support democratic political forces in Nicaragua for a full restoration of democracy; and (2) the President of the United States, through the Administrator of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), should provide assistance to nongovernmental organizations in support of President Bolanos' call for the international community to assist in and monitor the 2006 election.

Expressing the sense of the Congress that reciting the pledge of allegiance by students attending public schools contributes to the moral foundation of our Nation and urging the Supreme Court to uphold the pledge's constitutionality.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2005

Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the national pledge of allegiance recited by public school students is constitutional under the First Amendment to the Constitution; and (2) the Supreme Court, accordingly, should uphold the constitutionality of such practices.

Unfalluntersuchungsgesetz

Austria · National Council · 23 September 2005

Bericht des Verkehrsausschusses über die Regierungsvorlage (681 d.B.): Bundesgesetz, mit dem die Unfalluntersuchungsstelle des Bundes errichtet wird (Unfalluntersuchungsgesetz) und das Luftfahrtgesetz, das Eisenbahngesetz 1957, das Schiffahrtsgesetz und das Kraftfahrgesetz 1967 geändert werden

Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz und Richterdienstgesetz

Austria · National Council · 22 September 2005

Bericht des Justizausschusses über den Antrag 663/A der Abgeordneten Mag. Dr. Maria Theresia Fekter, Dr. Dieter Böhmdorfer, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz und das Richterdienstgesetz geändert werden

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to authorize the line item veto.

United States · United States Congress · 21 September 2005

Constitutional Amendment - Authorizes the President, in the case of any bill, order, resolution, or vote presented to the President by the House of Representatives and the Senate, to decline to approve in whole any dollar amount of discretionary budget authority, any item of new direct spending, or any tax benefit.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to a court decision relating to the Pledge of Allegiance.

United States · United States Congress · 20 September 2005

Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the phrase "one Nation, under God" should remain in the Pledge of Allegiance; and (2) voluntary recitation of the Pledge in public school classrooms should be encouraged. Recognizes and commends the Elk Grove Unified School District in California for its continued support of the Pledge. Urges the Attorney General to appeal the ruling in Newdow, et al. v. U.S. Congress, et al. (holding that the policy of daily teacher-led recitations of the Pledge of Allegiance by public school students violates the Establishment Clause of the Constitution) to the Supreme Court.

proposition de loi constitutionnelle visant à restaurer les droits du Parlement

France · Senate · 19 September 2005

proposition de loi tendant à rétablir le scrutin proportionnel avec obligation de parité dans les départements élisant trois sénateurs

France · Senate · 19 September 2005

A resolution expressing support for the Pledge of Allegiance.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2005

Expresses the Senate's disapproval of the decision by the U.S. District Court in Newdow, et al. v. U.S. Congress, et al. (holding that the policy of daily teacher-led recitations of the Pledge of Allegiance by public school students violates the Establishment Clause of the Constitution). Authorizes and instructs the Senate Legal Counsel to continue to cooperate fully with the Attorney General in such case to vigorously defend the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance.

A resolution expressing Support for the Pledge of Allegiance.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2005

Expresses the Senate's disapproval of the decision by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California in Newdow, et al. v. U.S. Congress, et al. (holding that the policy of daily teacher-led recitations of the Pledge of Allegiance by public school students violates the Establishment Clause of the Constitution). Authorizes and instructs the Senate Legal Counsel to continue to cooperate fully with the Attorney General in such case to vigorously defend the constitutionality of the Pledge of Allegiance.

Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States Supreme Court should speedily find the use of the Pledge of Allegiance in schools to be consistent with the Constitution of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 15 September 2005

Expresses the sense of Congress that the U.S. Supreme Court should speedily find the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance in schools to be consistent with the Constitution.

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the reference to God in the Pledge of Allegiance and on United States currency.

United States · United States Congress · 14 September 2005

Constitutional Amendment - Declares that a reference to God in the Pledge of Allegiance or on U.S. currency shall not be construed as affecting the establishment of religion under the first article of amendment of the Constitution.

PROTECTING STREET CHILDREN: VIGILANTES OR THE RULE OF LAW?

United States · United States House of Representatives · 13 September 2005

National Constitution Center Operations Act

United States · United States Congress · 12 September 2005

National Constitution Center Operations Act - Amends the Constitution Heritage Act of 1988 to set forth requirements for cooperative agreements between the Secretary of the Interior and the National Constitution Center (NCC) for the operation of the NCC, including a requirement that revenues from the operation of the NCC be made available to the NCC (without further appropriation) to offset its operating expenses, and requirements that the NCC: (1) maintain appropriate risk insurance; (2) maintain its tax-exempt status; and (3) report annually to the Secretary or Congress on its activities, goals and plans. Authorizes the Secretary to terminate a cooperative agreement in the public interest. Exempts agreements, leases, contracts or other arrangements entered into under this Act from certain requirements for leases of buildings by the federal government and for the award of concession contracts in units of the National Park System.

proposition de loi modifiant l'article 3 de la loi n° 62-1292 du 6 novembre 1962 relative à l'élection du Président de la République au suffrage universel

France · Senate · 8 September 2005

projet de loi prorogeant la durée du mandat des conseillers municipaux et des conseillers généraux renouvelables en 2007

France · Senate · 2 August 2005

projet de loi organique prorogeant le mandat des sénateurs renouvelables en 2007

France · Senate · 2 August 2005

Congressional Commission on Expanding Social Service Delivery Options Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 July 2005

Congressional Commission on Expanding Social Service Delivery Options Act - Establishes a Congressional Commission on Expanding Social Service Delivery Options. Directs the Commission to: (1) study all matters relating to increasing beneficiary-selected or beneficiary-directed options for social service delivery (delivery options) in federal social service programs, including certificate, scholarship, voucher, or other forms of indirect delivery; (2) review all relevant existing programs, including initiatives of the Corporation for National and Community Service; and (3) determine and recommend program areas for which it is appropriate and feasible to implement such delivery options fully or partially. Requires the Commission to promote goals of: (1) expanding consumer and beneficiary choice in such programs; (2) maximizing use of governmental resources in them; and (3) minimizing concerns relating to any precedent under the Constitution regarding participation in them of faith-based providers.

A resolution encouraging the Transitional National Assembly of Iraq to adopt a constitution that grants women equal rights under the law and to work to protect such rights.

United States · United States Congress · 29 July 2005

Commends the Iraqi people's progress toward establishment of a representative democratic government. Recognizes: (1) the importance of ensuring women in Iraq have equal rights under the law and in society; and (2) the importance of ensuring women's rights in all legislation, with special attention to preserving women's equal rights under family, property, and inheritance laws. Encourages Iraq's Transitional National Assembly to adopt a constitution that grants women equal rights under the law and to work to protect such rights. Expresses support for: (1) the continued participation of women in the Iraqi National Assembly and in all levels of the government; and (2) the efforts of Iraqi women to fully participate in a democratic Iraq.