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151 records in 2016
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 14 September 2016
Motie van de leden Recourt en Swinkels over passend inzetten van voorlopige hechtenis
Austria · National Council · 13 September 2016
Antrag der Abgeordneten Mag. Andreas Schieder, Dr. Reinhold Lopatka, Dr. Eva Glawischnig-Piesczek, Mag. Dr. Matthias Strolz, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Bundespräsidentenwahlgesetz 1971 - BPräsWG geändert wird
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 12 September 2016
Aanpak tenuitvoerlegging sancties
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 9 September 2016
Nederlandse bijdrage aan EUNAVFOR MED Sophia in 2016 (Artikel 100 Grondwet)
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 9 September 2016
Verlenging Nederlandse bijdrage aan de internationale strijd tegen ISIS (Artikel-100 Grondwet)
United States · United States Congress · 8 September 2016
Expresses concern about: (1) widespread shortages of essential medicines and basic food products faced by the people of Venezuela and urges President Maduro to permit the delivery of humanitarian assistance; and (2) the Venezuelan executive's lack of respect for the principle of separation of powers, its overreliance on emergency decree powers, and its subjugation of judicial independence. Expresses support for meaningful efforts towards a dialogue that leads to respect for Venezuela's constitutional mechanisms and resolves the country's political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis. Calls on: (1) the government of Venezuela to immediately release all political prisoners, to provide protections for freedom of expression and assembly, and to respect internationally recognized human rights; and (2) such government and security forces to respect the Constitution of Venezuela, including constitutional provisions that provide Venezuelan citizens with the right to peacefully pursue a fair and timely recall referendum for their president this year if they so choose. Stresses the urgency of strengthening the rule of law and increasing efforts to combat impunity and public corruption in Venezuela. Affirms the support of the House of Representatives for OAS Secretary General Almagro's invocation of Article 20 of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and urges the OAS Permanent Council, which represents all of the organization's member states, to undertake a collective assessment of the constitutional and democratic order in Venezuela. Urges the President of the United States to provide full support for OAS efforts in favor of constitutional and democratic solutions to the political impasse, and to instruct appropriate federal agencies to hold officials of the Venezuelan government accountable for violations of U.S. law and abuses of internationally recognized human rights.
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 September 2016
Gewijzigde motie van het de leden Van Toorenburg en Van der Staaij over een voorstel in plaats van een beleidsregel (t.v.v. 29279, nr. 341)
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 September 2016
Motie van het lid Bontes over niet doorvoeren van de voorgestelde wijzigingen
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 September 2016
Motie van het lid Helder over onverkort behouden van de levenslange gevangenisstraf
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 September 2016
Motie van het de leden Van Toorenburg en Van der Staaij over een voorstel in plaats van een beleidsregel
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 September 2016
Motie van de leden Van der Staaij en Van Toorenburg over artikel 3 EVRM zodanig duiden dat de mogelijkheid van levenslange gevangenisstraf behouden blijft
United States · United States Congress · 6 September 2016
Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act of 2016 This bill directs the President to instruct the U.S. Executive Director at each international financial institution to use U.S. influence to oppose any loan or other fund use for the government of Nicaragua's benefit, other than for basic human needs or to promote democracy, unless the Department of State certifies that Nicaragua is taking effective steps to: (1) hold elections overseen by credible domestic and international electoral observers, (2) promote democracy and an independent judiciary system and electoral council, (3) strengthen the rule of law, and (4) respect the right to freedom of association and expression. The President shall direct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States to use U.S. influence to advocate for an Electoral Observation Mission to be sent to Nicaragua in 2016 and 2017.
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 6 September 2016
Maatregelen in vervolg op rapport Commissie Hoekstra
France · Senate · 5 September 2016
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 2 September 2016
Antwoorden op vragen van de commissie over de levenslange gevangenisstraf
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 31 August 2016
Onderzoeksrapport ‘evaluatie supersnelrecht’
European Union · European Parliament · 22 August 2016
France · Senate · 8 August 2016
France · Senate · 8 August 2016
France · Senate · 8 August 2016
European Union · Court of Justice of the European Union · 21 July 2016
France · Senate · 20 July 2016
European Union · EUR-Lex · 20 July 2016
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 July 2016
916. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the State funding provided by her Department and agencies under its remit, including Tusla, to Anew and its predecessor organisations, Anchora and Life Pregnancy Care, for each year from 2008 to 2015; and her views on the role of that organisation in providing crisis pregnancy counselling to homeless women, given the statement in its constitution recognising the uniqueness of every human life from the moment of conception. [22045/16]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 July 2016
577. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Health the State funding provided by his Department and agencies under its remit, including the HSE, to Anew and its predecessor organisations Anchora and Life Pregnancy Care for each year from 2008 to 2015; and his views on the role of that organisation in providing crisis pregnancy counselling to homeless women given the statement in its constitution recognising the uniqueness of every human life from the moment of conception. [22042/16]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 19 July 2016
329. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the State funding provided by his Department and agencies under its remit, including local authorities to Anew and its predecessor organisations Anchora and Life Pregnancy Care for each year from 2008 to 2015; and his views on the role of that organisation in providing crisis pregnancy counselling to homeless women given the statement in its constitution recognising the uniqueness of every human life from the moment of conception. [22039/16]
United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2016
Expresses concern about: (1) widespread shortages of essential medicines and basic food products faced by the people of Venezuela and urges President Maduro to permit the delivery of humanitarian assistance; and (2) the Venezuelan executive's lack of respect for the principle of separation of powers, its overreliance on emergency decree powers, and its subjugation of judicial independence. Expresses support for meaningful efforts towards a dialogue that leads to respect for Venezuela's constitutional mechanisms and resolves the country's political, economic, social, and humanitarian crisis. Calls on: (1) the government of Venezuela to immediately release all political prisoners, to provide protections for freedom of expression and assembly, and to respect internationally recognized human rights; and (2) such government and security forces to respect the Constitution of Venezuela, including constitutional provisions that provide Venezuelan citizens with the right to peacefully pursue a fair and timely recall referendum for their president this year if they so choose. Stresses the urgency of strengthening the rule of law and increasing efforts to combat impunity and public corruption in Venezuela. Affirms the Senate's support for OAS Secretary General Almagro's invocation of Article 20 of the Inter-American Democratic Charter and urges the OAS Permanent Council, which represents all of the organization's member states, to undertake a collective assessment of the constitutional and democratic order in Venezuela. Urges the President of the United States to provide full support for OAS efforts in favor of constitutional and democratic solutions to the political impasse, and to instruct appropriate federal agencies to hold officials of the Venezuelan government accountable for violations of U.S. law and abuses of internationally recognized human rights.
United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2016
Secure the Northern Triangle Act This bill expresses the sense of Congress that the United States must address the violence and humanitarian crisis resulting in the elevated numbers of unaccompanied children, women, and refugees from the Northern Triangle (El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras) arriving at the southwestern border of the United States. The bill authorizes appropriations for the United States Strategy for Engagement in Central America. Funds are made available for combating criminal violence and corruption and advancing economic development. The President shall designate a senior official to coordinate federal and international efforts to strengthen the rule of law and economic prosperity in Central America. The Millenium Challenge Corporation may fund concurrent compacts for regional integration. The Department of State shall submit a three-year strategy to secure international and regional support for the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity in the Northern Triangle. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shall expand law enforcement partnership efforts in El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Mexico to combat human smuggling and trafficking. The Department of Justice (DOJ) and DHS shall expand collaborative programs aimed at human smugglers and traffickers targeting Central American children and families. The bill provides for: (1) increased sanctions against foreign narcotics traffickers and their foreign supporters operating in Central or South America; (2) increased resources for, and expedited processing under, the Central American Minors (CAM) program; and (3) strengthening the capacity of Mexico and other regional countries to provide asylum and global resettlement. The Office of Refugee Resettlement of the Department of Health and Human Services shall perform record checks of prospective sponsors prior to placing an unaccompanied alien child with a sponsor. DHS shall: (1) monitor unaccompanied alien children after placement, and (2) provide funds to states for criminal registry and child abuse searches of prospective sponsors. The Department of Education shall provide funds to eligible school districts for unaccompanied alien children. A local educational agency shall: (1) ensure that unaccompanied alien children in the area are immediately enrolled in school following placement, and (2) remove enrollment and participation barriers. DHS shall: (1) ensure that legal orientation programs are available for all DHS-detained aliens, and (2) consult with the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees to develop a child-centered repatriation process. DOJ may appoint or provide legal counsel to individuals in immigration proceedings and shall appoint legal counsel for children and vulnerable individuals in such proceedings. DOJ shall increase the number of immigration judges and Board of Immigration Appeals attorneys.
United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2016
Condemns the attack on police officers that occurred in Dallas, Texas, on July 7, 2016. Expresses the belief that an attack upon a police officer is an affront to the rule of law and the promise of justice, domestic tranquility, common defense, and general welfare and the blessings of liberty secured by the Constitution. Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed and expresses hope for the quick and complete recovery of those who were wounded. Applauds the bravery and dedication of the law enforcement officials, emergency medical responders, and others who offered their support and assistance. Declares that the Senate stands united against violence and hatred and in support of the police officers who work to keep the country safe.
United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2016
Constitutional Amendment This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment prohibiting the federal government, states, or places subject to their jurisdiction from denying persons the right to a fair and equal education. The amendment makes it the responsibility of the states, Indian tribes, and territories to provide a quality education to all persons.
United States · United States Congress · 14 July 2016
Expresses the sense of Congress that the Second Amendment protects the individual right to keep and bear arms for self-defense and that such right is fully applicable to the states.
United States · United States Congress · 13 July 2016
Debt Management and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2016 This bill requires the Secretary of the Treasury to provide a report to Congress prior to any date on which Treasury anticipates the public debt will reach the statutory limit. The Secretary must appear before the House Ways and Means Committee and the Senate Finance Committee to submit a report including: historic, current, and projected levels of debt; historic levels of revenue; the drivers and composition of future debt; how the United States will meet debt obligations if the debt limit is raised; reduction measures Treasury intends to take to fund obligations if the debt limit is not raised; a recommendation regarding a balanced budget amendment to the U.S. Constitution; and contingency plans for any default on Treasury securities or downgrade of the U.S. credit rating. The Secretary must also provide a detailed explanation of: proposals to reduce the debt and a progress report on implementing them; the impact an increased debt limit will have on future spending, debt service, and the position of the U.S. dollar as the international reserve currency; projections of the fiscal health and sustainability of major entitlement programs; measures Treasury is taking or intends to take to avoid default, including a plan to publicly disclose the details; and Treasury's capability to pay only principal and interest on the debt if the limit is reached. Treasury must make specified information required by this bill available to the public on its website. Upon request, Treasury must submit to Congress specified financial and economic data relevant to determining the amount of the public debt.
France · Senate · 12 July 2016
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 12 July 2016
414. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade to clarify which European Union treaties have been incorporated into Irish law either through an Act of the Oireachtas, or an amendment to the Constitution; the treaties which have yet to be incorporated or are awaiting incorporation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20549/16]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 12 July 2016
176. Deputy Thomas Byrne asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if she is aware of current delays in the Charities Regulatory Authority in providing applicant groups with a draft or model constitution which is in turn delaying their applications for charitable recognition; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21250/16]
United States · United States Congress · 12 July 2016
Taxpayer Protection Act of 2016 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to modify requirements regarding tax assessment and collection procedures, assistance provided to individuals in filing tax returns, whistle-blower protections, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employment policies, tax-exempt organizations, and protecting taxpayers from identity theft and tax fraud. The bill extends the time limit for contesting an IRS levy and holds individuals harmless for making certain contributions to retirement plans after an improper levy on a retirement plan. The bill establishes several requirements to assist taxpayers in filing returns, including: establishing a permanent Community Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Matching Grant Program, limiting redisclosures and uses of consent-based disclosures of tax return information, modifying rules regarding equitable relief from joint liability, limiting user fees for installment agreements, requiring the IRS to notify Congress prior to closing a Taxpayer Assistance Center, and requiring the Department of Defense to take certain actions to identify and recover severance payments that were improperly withheld from veterans with combat-related injuries. The bill requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to report on whistle-blower awards. It also modifies requirements regarding: disclosures to whistle-blowers, updates on whistle-blower investigations, and anti-retaliation whistle-blower protections for employees. The bill revises IRS employment policies to: establish electronic record retention requirements; prohibit the rehiring of former IRS employees who were removed for misconduct; provide the IRS with additional authorities to remove or transfer senior executives based on performance or misconduct; bar the IRS from delegating to third-party contractors the authority to examine books and records, summon persons, or take sworn testimony related to a tax matter; and require the Department of the Treasury to notify taxpayers regarding certain unauthorized inspections or disclosures of returns and return information. The bill modifies policies for tax-exempt organizations to: expand electronic filing requirements, repeal the substantiation exception for charitable contributions reported by donee organizations, prohibit the IRS from targeting U.S. citizens for exercising any right guaranteed under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, and require the IRS to notify a tax-exempt organization prior to revoking its tax-exempt status for failing to file information returns. The bill also requires the IRS to take several actions to protect taxpayers from identity theft and tax fraud, including: establishing a single point of contact for identity theft victims, providing taxpayers who call the IRS with information on identity theft and tax scams, and providing specified notifications and information to suspected victims of identity theft. The GAO must submit reports to Congress regarding: IRS authority to compromise tax matters; opportunities for hearings by the IRS Office of Appeals; phones and in-person services provided by the IRS to taxpayers residing in certain areas with populations of less than 50,000; and federal employee wage and tax withholding reporting to state tax agencies. The IRS must report to Congress on the status of efforts to expand online taxpayer services. The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration must submit reports to Congress regarding: (1) IRS audit criteria, and (2) technological solutions to help protect taxpayers from telephone calls from individuals who are falsely claiming to be calling from or on behalf of the IRS.
Austria · National Council · 11 July 2016
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Dr. Walter Rosenkranz, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Wissenschaft, Forschung und Wirtschaft betreffend Berufungsverfahren des ehemaligen Bundesministers für Kunst, Kultur, Verfassung und Medien Dr. Josef Ostermayer auf eine Gastprofessur für Kulturpolitik ab Herbst 2016 an der Universität für angewandte Kunst Wien
Austria · National Council · 11 July 2016
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Dr. Dagmar Belakowitsch-Jenewein, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundeskanzler betreffend Abänderung des Textes der Bundeshymne
Austria · National Council · 11 July 2016
Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Dr. Dagmar Belakowitsch-Jenewein, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Kunst und Kultur, Verfassung und Medien betreffend Abänderung des Textes der Bundeshymne
United States · United States Congress · 11 July 2016
Nicaraguan Investment Conditionality Act (NICA) of 2016 This bill directs the President to instruct the U.S. Executive Director at each international financial institution to use U.S. influence to oppose any loan or other fund use for the government of Nicaragua's benefit, other than for basic human needs or to promote democracy, unless the Department of State certifies that Nicaragua is taking effective steps to: (1) hold elections overseen by credible domestic and international electoral observers, (2) promote democracy and an independent judiciary system and electoral council, (3) strengthen the rule of law, and (4) respect the right to freedom of association and expression. The President shall direct the U.S. Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States to use U.S. influence to advocate for an Electoral Observation Mission to be sent to Nicaragua in 2016 and 2017.
Austria · National Council · 8 July 2016
Antrag der Abgeordneten Mag. Wolfgang Gerstl, Dr. Peter Wittmann, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz (B-VG), die Nationalrats-Wahlordnung 1992, das Bundespräsidentenwahlgesetz 1971, die Europawahlordnung, das Europa-Wählerevidenzgesetz, das Volksabstimmungsgesetz 1972, das Volksbefragungsgesetz 1989 geändert sowie das Volksbegehrengesetz 2018 und das Wählerevidenzgesetz 2018 erlassen werden (Wahlrechtsänderungsgesetz 2017)
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 July 2016
Verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering van de Grondwet, strekkende tot het opnemen van een algemene bepaling
Netherlands · House of Representatives · 8 July 2016
Verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering van de Grondwet, strekkende tot het opnemen van een bepaling over het recht op een eerlijk proces
France · Senate · 7 July 2016
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 July 2016
Bill entitled an Act to amend the Constitution
Austria · National Council · 6 July 2016
Austria · National Council · 6 July 2016
United States · United States House of Representatives · 6 July 2016
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 July 2016
109. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Education and Skills his views on whether separate religious instruction is immediately necessary to allow for children not of the patron's faith to attend their local national school; the steps he will take to ensure this is in place for enrolments in 2016 given the report of the constitution review group, 1996, as repeated in the report of the Forum on Patronage and Pluralism in the Primary Sector, 2012, indicating that religious instruction in national schools must be carried out separately to conform with the Constitution and that this must be changed to allow for multiple religious denominations in all national schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20082/16]
Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 6 July 2016
Act to amend the Constitution.