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151 records in 2003
United States · United States Congress · 12 June 2003
Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.J. Res. 22 (balanced budget amendment).
United States · United States Congress · 11 June 2003
Designates the newly constructed annex to the Federal building and E. Barrett Prettyman U.S. Courthouse located at 333 Constitution Ave., N.W. , in Washington, D.C. as the James L. Buckley Annex to the E. Barrett Prettyman United States Courthouse.
United States · United States Congress · 11 June 2003
Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 - Authorizes appropriations for FY 2004 for the conduct of intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the: (1) Central Intelligence Agency; (2) Department of Defense; (3) Defense Intelligence Agency; (4) National Security Agency; (5) National Reconnaissance Office; (6) National Imagery and Mapping Agency; (7) Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force; (8) Departments of State, the Treasury, Energy, and Justice; (9) Federal Bureau of Investigation; (10) Department of Homeland Security; and (11) Coast Guard. Specifies that the amounts authorized and the authorized personnel ceilings as of September 30, 2004, for such activities are those specified in the classified Schedule of Authorizations, which shall be made available to the Senate and House Appropriations Committees and the President. Allows the Director of Central Intelligence (DCI), 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 FY 2004 (by not more than two percent) when necessary to the performance of important intelligence functions. Requires notification of the congressional intelligence committees. Authorizes appropriations for the Intelligence Community Management Account for FY 2004, as well as for full-time personnel for elements within such Account. Authorizes appropriations for FY 2004 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 permitted by the Constitution or laws of the United States.
United States · United States Congress · 11 June 2003
Constitutional Amendment - Makes a person who has been a citizen of the United States for at least 35 years and who has been a resident within the United States for at least 14 years eligible to hold the office of President or Vice President.
United States · United States Congress · 10 June 2003
Urges: (1) the United States to play a leading role in the drafting of a thematic United Nations (UN) convention that affirms the human rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, and that, among other things, is consistent with the spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the United States Constitution, and other rights enjoyed by U.S. citizens with disabilities; and (2) the President to instruct the Secretary of State to send to the UN Ad Hoc Committee meetings a U.S. delegation that includes individuals with disabilities who are recognized leaders in the U.S. disability rights movement.
Austria · National Council · 6 June 2003
Bericht des Budgetausschusses über den Antrag 133/A der Abgeordneten Dr. Andreas Khol, Dr. Heinz Fischer, Herbert Scheibner, Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, Kolleginnen und Kollegen über ein Bundesgesetz betreffend die finanzielle und administrative Unterstützung des Österreich-Konvents
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 2003
Intellectual Property Protection Restoration Act of 2003 - Amends Federal patent law to prohibit the award of remedies in civil actions brought for infringement of a patent issued on or after January 1, 2004, if a State or State instrumentality is or was at any time the legal or beneficial owner of such patent, except upon proof that by the date the infringement commenced (or January 1, 2006, whichever is later) the State has waived its immunity from suit in Federal court for any infringement of intellectual property protected under Federal law. Exempts patents from such limitation if it would materially and adversely affect a legitimate contract-based expectation in existence before January 1, 2004, or the party seeking remedies was a bona fide purchaser for value of the patent, and, at the time of the purchase, did not know and was reasonably without cause to believe that a State or State instrumentality was once the legal or beneficial owner of the patent. Amends Federal copyright law and the Trademark Act of 1946 to apply the same condition of State waiver of immunity to suit under Federal law to the award of remedies in any civil action brought under such laws where a State or State instrumentality is or was at any time the legal or beneficial owner of the copyright or trademark involved. Provides that in actions against an officer or employee of a State or its instrumentality for violations of provisions of Federal copyright or patent laws, the U.S. Code, the Trademark Act of 1946, or the Plant Variety Protection Act, remedies shall be available against such individual in the same manner and to the same extent as they available in an action against a private individual under like circumstances. Imposes liability on States for violations of the fifth or fourteenth amendment of the U.S. Constitution (takings or due process violations) involving intellectual property under such Federal laws.
United States · United States Congress · 5 June 2003
Intellectual Property Protection Restoration Act of 2003 - Amends Federal patent law to prohibit the award of remedies in civil actions brought for infringement of a patent issued on or after January 1, 2004, if a State or State instrumentality is or was at any time the legal or beneficial owner of such patent, except upon proof that by the date the infringement commenced (or January 1, 2006, whichever is later) the State has waived its immunity from suit in Federal court for any infringement of intellectual property protected under Federal law. Exempts patents from such limitation if it would materially and adversely affect a legitimate contract-based expectation in existence before January 1, 2004, or the party seeking remedies was a bona fide purchaser for value of the patent, and, at the time of the purchase, did not know and was reasonably without cause to believe that a State or State instrumentality was once the legal or beneficial owner of the patent. Amends Federal copyright law and the Trademark Act of 1946 to apply the same condition of State waiver of immunity to suit under Federal law to the award of remedies in any civil action brought under such laws where a State or State instrumentality is or was at any time the legal or beneficial owner of the copyright or trademark involved. Provides that in actions against an officer or employee of a State or its instrumentality for violations of provisions of Federal copyright or patent laws, the U.S. Code, the Trademark Act of 1946, or the Plant Variety Protection Act, remedies shall be available against such individual in the same manner and to the same extent as they available in an action against a private individual under like circumstances. Imposes liability on States for violations of the fifth or fourteenth amendment of the U.S. Constitution (takings or due process violations) involving intellectual property under such Federal laws.
Austria · National Council · 4 June 2003
Bundesverfassungsgesetz über den Abschluss des Vertrages über den Beitritt der Tschechischen Republik, der Republik Estland, der Republik Zypern, der Republik Lettland, der Republik Litauen, der Republik Ungarn, der Republik Malta, der Republik Polen, der Republik Slowenien und der Slowakischen Republik zur Europäischen Union
France · Senate · 3 June 2003
La réforme de l'élection des sénateurs. Rapport d'information sur la proposition de loi portant réforme de l'élection des sénateurs
France · Senate · 3 June 2003
Les actions de développement et de reconversion industriels menées par le secrétariat à l'industrie (suite à la communication de la Cour des comptes relative aux en application de l'article 58-2 de la loi organique du 1er août 2001 relative aux lois de finances),
United States · United States Congress · 2 June 2003
Sets forth the rule for the consideration of H.J. Res. 4 (prohibiting the physical desecration of the U.S. flag).
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 29 May 2003
3 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on the fact that, under Article 30.7 of the draft EU constitution, a referendum would not be required for Ireland to become involved in closer defence co-operation which would include common defence. [14987/03]
Austria · National Council · 23 May 2003
Antrag der Abgeordneten Mag. Werner Kogler, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesverfassungsgesetz betreffend ein Verbot des Ankaufes von Kampfflugzeugen <i>(Umsetzung des Abfangjägervolksbegehrens)</i>
Austria · National Council · 23 May 2003
Antrag der Abgeordneten Dr. Andreas Khol, Dr. Heinz Fischer, Herbert Scheibner, Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, Kolleginnen und Kollegen über ein Bundesgesetz betreffend die finanzielle und administrative Unterstützung des Österreich-Konvents
Austria · National Council · 22 May 2003
Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz, das Rechts-Überleitungsgesetz und das Finanz-Verfassungsgesetz 1948 geändert, ein Bundesgesetz über das Bundesgesetzblatt 2004 erlassen, das Verlautbarungsgesetz 1985 und das Verfassungsgerichtshofgesetz 1953 geändert und einige Bundesverfassungsgesetze, Bundesgesetze und in Bundesgesetzen enthaltene Verfassungsbestimmungen aufgehoben werden (Kundmachungsreformgesetz 2004)
France · Senate · 22 May 2003
France · Senate · 22 May 2003
United States · United States Congress · 22 May 2003
Middle East Trade and Engagement Act of 2003 - Authorizes the President to designate any of 18 specified Middle Eastern countries as a beneficiary country if the country meets specified requirements, which focus on economic policy, the rule of law, political freedom, alignment with U.S. trade and foreign policy interests, the promotion of human rights, and combating terrorism. Authorizes the President to designate the Palestinian Authority as a beneficiary country if it satisfies specified requirements, including cooperation in anti-terrorism efforts and the acceptance of Israel's right to exist. Authorizes the President to designate articles from all beneficiary countries, including Israel and Jordan, as eligible for duty-free treatment, subject to rules of origin requirements and certain restrictions under existing law. Requires the President to establish a United States-Middle East Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum. Declares that bilateral free trade agreements should be negotiated with interested countries or political entities in the greater Middle East. Requires any country or political entity that desires to negotiate such an agreement with the United States to be a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) or working toward WTO membership and to satisfy the criteria for designation as a beneficiary country. Directs the President to develop a plan for negotiating and entering into trade agreements with interested beneficiary countries. Terminates the preferential treatment extended to beneficiary countries under this Act on December 31, 2011.
United States · United States Congress · 22 May 2003
Middle East Trade and Engagement Act of 2003 - Authorizes the President to designate any of 18 specified Middle Eastern countries as a beneficiary country if the country meets specified requirements, which focus on economic policy, the rule of law, political freedom, alignment with U.S. trade and foreign policy interests, the promotion of human rights, and combating terrorism. Authorizes the President to designate the Palestinian Authority as a beneficiary country if it satisfies specified requirements, including cooperation in anti-terrorism efforts and the acceptance of Israel's right to exist. Authorizes the President to designate articles from all beneficiary countries, including Israel and Jordan, as eligible for duty-free treatment, subject to rules of origin requirements and certain restrictions under existing law. Requires the President to establish a United States-Middle East Trade and Economic Cooperation Forum. Declares that bilateral free trade agreements should be negotiated with interested countries or political entities in the greater Middle East. Requires any country or political entity that desires to negotiate such an agreement with the United States to be a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) or working toward WTO membership and to satisfy the criteria for designation as a beneficiary country. Directs the President to develop a plan for negotiating and entering into trade agreements with interested beneficiary countries. Terminates the preferential treatment extended to beneficiary countries under this Act on December 31, 2011.
France · Senate · 21 May 2003
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2003
The Securities Fraud Deterrence and Investor Restitution Act of 2003 - Amends the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 to authorize the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to obtain foreclosure and forced sale of any property owned by a person against whom the SEC has obtained either a Federal or State court order or judgment based upon an alleged fraudulent, deceptive, or manipulative act or practice in violation of securities laws. Permits such recovery notwithstanding any homestead provision of any State constitution or State law that exempts or protects property from either foreclosure and forced sale under any process of court or from any lien thereon for the payment of debts. (Thus preempts the State homestead exemption). Amends the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Company Act of 1940, and the Investment Company Act of 1940 to: (1) authorize the SEC to impose civil penalties in cease and desist proceedings; and (2) increase maximum civil money penalties. Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to authorize the SEC to access financial records held by a financial institution without notice to the affected person if it acts pursuant to an administrative or judicial subpoena to enforce the securities laws. Amends the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 to authorize the court to order disclosure of grand jury matters to the SEC during an investigation of possible violation of the securities laws. Provides (as under current law) that civil penalty monies obtained by the SEC pursuant to judicial or administrative action shall, upon the motion or direction of the SEC, be added to a fund for the benefit of victims of securities laws violations. Removes the condition that such monies may be added only if the SEC obtains a court order for disgorgement against a violator, or if a person agrees in settlement of a disgorgement action to make such a disgorgement. Mandates that civil penalties and disgorgement proceeds obtained in State actions for securities laws violations be remitted to the SEC for distribution to such victims' benefit fund. Authorizes the SEC to use for investor education certain undistributed funds obtained pursuant to judicial or administrative action.
United States · United States Congress · 21 May 2003
Constitutional Amendment - Declares that marriage in the United States shall consist only of the union of a man and a woman. Prohibits the Constitution or any State constitution, or State or Federal law from being construed to require that marital status or its legal incidents be conferred upon unmarried couples or groups.
United States · United States Congress · 19 May 2003
Iran Democracy Act - Declares that it is the policy of the United States to support full democracy in Iran. Directs the Broadcasting Board of Governors to: (1) require the head of Radio Farda to develop programming for Radio Farda after consulting with certain groups; and (2) ensure that a significant percentage of that programming is devoted to discussing democratic change in Iran, including a certain internationally-monitored democratic referendum in Iran. Requires the Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) at the Department of State and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) at the Department of State to provide grants to appropriate entities to create and maintain websites, translate and distribute books, videos, documents, and other materials on democracy, rule of law, and free market economics. Authorizes the MEPI and the ECA to award grants to certain eligible entities to fund programs and activities to promote a democratic referendum in Iran.
United States · United States Congress · 15 May 2003
Declares the sense of the Senate that the United States should: (1) recognize the danger that an unnecessary delay in the resolution of Kosova's final status would pose for the political and economic viability of Kosova and the stability of Southeast Europe; (2) publicly support the goal of a democratic government in Kosova in which human rights, including the rights of ethnic and religious minorities, are respected; (3) call for holding a referendum, under international supervision, on the future status of Kosova, once it has made further progress in developing institutions of democratic self-government, establishing the rule of law, facilitating the return and reintegration of refugees into local communities, and protecting ethnic minorities, in accordance with the benchmarks established by the United Nations; (4) work in conjunction with the United Nations, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, the European Union, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and other international organizations to assist Kosova to meet the UN benchmarks that are the necessary conditions for holding a referendum on the future status of Kosova and to facilitate the implementation of the form of government determined by the people of Kosova; and (5) continue to provide assistance, trade, and other programs to encourage the further development of democracy and a free market economic system in Kosova.
France · Senate · 14 May 2003
France · Senate · 14 May 2003
United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2003
Amends Federal law to prohibit a State that has been redistricted after an apportionment from being so redistricted until after the next apportionment of Representatives, unless the State is ordered by a Federal court to conduct such subsequent redistricting in order to: (1) comply with the U.S. Constitution; or (2) enforce the Voting Rights Act of 1965 or otherwise enforce the voting rights of the people of the State.
United States · United States Congress · 14 May 2003
Expresses the sense of Congress that the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees individuals the right to bear arms.
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
6 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Taoiseach the progress made to date in implementing the recommendations of the Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution; the recommendations implemented to date; the recommendations which have still to be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11602/03]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
5 Mr. Kenny asked the Taoiseach when he next intends to hold a referendum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11475/03]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
4 Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Taoiseach if he will report on the progress in implementing the recommendations of the Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution; and if, arising from this, a referendum or referenda will be held within the next year. [10699/03]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
3 Mr. Sargent asked the Taoiseach if he will report on progress in implementing the recommendations of the Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9684/03]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
2 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Taoiseach if he will report on recent progress in implementing the recommendations of the Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution. [8991/03]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 13 May 2003
1 Mr. Kenny asked the Taoiseach if he will report on recent progress in respect of the implementation of the recommendations of the Oireachtas Committee on the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7870/03]
United States · United States Congress · 9 May 2003
Ten Commandments Defense Act of 2003 - Declares the following : (1) that the power to display the Ten Commandments on or within property owned or administered by the several States or their political subdivisions is among the powers reserved to the States respectively (under the Tenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution); (2) that the expression of religious faith by individual persons on or within property owned or administered by the several States or their political subdivisions is among the rights secured (under the First Amendment) against laws respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise of religion made or enforced by the Federal Government; and (3) that the expression of religious faith by individual persons on or within property owned or administered by the several States or their political subdivisions is among the liberties of which no State shall deprive any person without due process of law made in pursuance of powers reserved to the States respectively.
United States · United States Congress · 8 May 2003
Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2004 - Authorizes appropriations for FY 2004 for the conduct of intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the: (1) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA); (2) Department of Defense (DOD); (3) Defense Intelligence Agency; (4) National Security Agency (NSA); (5) Departments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force; (6) Departments of State, the Treasury, and Energy; (7) Federal Bureau of Investigation; (8) National Reconnaissance Office; (9) National Imagery and Mapping Agency; (10) Coast Guard; and (11) Department of Homeland Security. Specifies that the amounts authorized and the authorized personnel ceilings as of September 30, 2004, for such activities are those specified in the classified Schedule of Authorizations. Allows the Director of Central Intelligence (DCI), 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 FY 2004 (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 DCI for FY 2004 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 FY 2004 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. Permits the use of authorized funds for counterdrug and counterterrorism activities for Colombia. Requires the DCI to carry out pilot programs of the feasibility of: (1) permitting intelligence community (IC) analysts to access and analyze intelligence from other IC elements, including NSA signals intelligence; and (2) training students for employment as intelligence analysts. Directs the National Science Foundation and the Office of Science and Technology Policy to jointly sponsor not less than two workshops on the coordination of Federal research on the use of behavioral, psychological, and physiological assessments of individuals in the conduct of security evaluations. Protects CIA personnel authorized to carry firearms and NSA employees performing special police functions from tort liability when reasonably acting within the scope of their employment. Provides for the protection of NSA operational files. Authorizes DOD funds to be used by DOD IC personnel to award personal service contracts in carrying out authorized missions.
United States · United States Congress · 8 May 2003
Pledge Protection Act of 2003 - Amends the Federal judicial code to deny jurisdiction to any court established by Act of Congress to hear or determine any claim that the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance violates the first amendment of the Constitution.
United States · United States Congress · 8 May 2003
Urges: (1) the United States to play a leading role in the drafting of a thematic United Nations (UN) convention that affirms the human rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, and that, among other things, is consistent with the spirit of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the United States Constitution, and other rights enjoyed by U.S. citizens with disabilities; and (2) the President to instruct the Secretary of State to send to the UN Ad Hoc Committee meetings a U.S. delegation that includes individuals with disabilities who are recognized leaders in the U.S. disability rights movement.
Austria · National Council · 7 May 2003
Antrag der Abgeordneten Dr. Johannes Jarolim, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesverfassungsgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz um Bestimmungen über einen weisungsfreien Bundesstaatsanwalt ergänzt wird
Austria · National Council · 7 May 2003
Unselbständiger Entschließungsantrag der Abgeordneten Mag. Ulrike Sima, Mag. Brigid Weinzinger, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend Vorlage eines Entwurfes zur Schaffung eines Bundestierschutzgesetzes mit Bedachtnahme auf die Forderungen des Tierschutzvolksbegehrens
United States · United States Congress · 7 May 2003
Constitutional Amendment - Terminates the appointment of a judge of a court of general original jurisdiction established under Article III of the Constitution who sits in a State unless the legislative and executive authorities of that State approve that judge's continuation in office at least once every ten years after the judge's appointment.
United States · United States Congress · 1 May 2003
Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Virginia Federal Recognition Act of 2003- Extends Federal recognition to: (1) the Chickahominy Indian Tribe; (2) the Chickahominy Indian Tribe - Eastern Division; (3) the Upper Mattaponi Tribe; (4) the Rappahannock Tribe, Inc.; (5) the Monacan Indian Nation; and (6) the Nansemond Indian Tribe. Sets forth the service areas of the various Tribes and requirements for the Tribes with respect to submission of a membership roll, adoption of a constitution, and election of officials. Requires the Secretary of the Interior, upon certain land transfers, to take specified lands into trust for the various Tribes' benefit.
France · Senate · 30 April 2003
Austria · National Council · 29 April 2003
Antrag der Abgeordneten Mag. Terezija Stoisits, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesverfassungsgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz geändert wird (Wahlrecht auf kommunaler Ebene für Migranten/innen aller Staatsangehörigkeiten)
Austria · National Council · 29 April 2003
Antrag der Abgeordneten Gabriele Heinisch-Hosek, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend Stärkung der Rechte des Kindes
France · Senate · 29 April 2003
France · Senate · 29 April 2003
Austria · National Council · 16 April 2003
Gesetzesantrag des Bundesrates: Bundesverfassungsgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz geändert wird <i>(Schaffung einer verfassungsrechtlichen Grundlage für das</i> <i>Stellungnahmeverfahren des Bundesrates zu</i> <i>Gesetzesvorschlägen)</i>
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 15 April 2003
11 Caoimhghín Ó Caoláin asked the Taoiseach his policy priorities for the emergency EU summit on 30 June 2003 to discuss the draft constitution produced by the convention on the future of Europe; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8940/03]