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Bill· HRH.R. 6433 (109th)referred

Lebanon Reconstruction and Stabilization Act of 2006

United States · United States Congress · 8 December 2006

Lebanon Reconstruction and Stabilization Act of 2006 - Authorizes the President to provide assistance for Lebanon's reconstruction and stabilization. States that such assistance shall be implemented through the Department of State's Office of Coordinator for Reconstruction and Stabilization and in strict compliance with all provisions of law that prevent U.S. assistance from being provided to foreign terrorist organizations. Expresses the sense of Congress that at least $15 million for each of FY2007-FY2011 should be made available to encourage civic engagement, democratization, rule of law, and political party strengthening activities.

Question· writtenPQ 72asked

66 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will make a statement on the resignation of former Circuit Court Judge, Brian Curtin, under section 6 of the Courts (Establishment and Constitution) Act 1961. [41914/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2006

66 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if he will make a statement on the resignation of former Circuit Court Judge, Brian Curtin, under section 6 of the Courts (Establishment and Constitution) Act 1961. [41914/06]

Question· writtenPQ 18asked

16 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the Judicial Council Bill is expected to be published; the consultation he has had with members of the Judiciary regarding the contents of the Bill; his views on whether, in view of a recent case, there is still no procedure for dealing with breaches of conduct by judges apart from the impeachment process provided for under the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41915/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 7 December 2006

16 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when the Judicial Council Bill is expected to be published; the consultation he has had with members of the Judiciary regarding the contents of the Bill; his views on whether, in view of a recent case, there is still no procedure for dealing with breaches of conduct by judges apart from the impeachment process provided for under the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41915/06]

Bill· HRH.R. 6386 (109th)referred

To establish the Congressional-Executive Commission on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

United States · United States Congress · 6 December 2006

Establishes a Congressional-Executive Commission on the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, which shall: (1) monitor the acts of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with particular emphasis on the Montagnard peoples and the Central and Northwest Highlands, which reflect compliance with or violation of human rights; (2) maintain lists of persons believed to be imprisoned, detained, tortured, or otherwise persecuted by the government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam due to their pursuit of the rights described in this Act; (3) monitor the development of the rule of law in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, with particular emphasis on the Montagnard peoples and the Central and Northwest Highlands; and (4) monitor and encourage the development of programs and activities of the U.S. government and private organizations with a view toward increasing the U.S.-Vietnam interchange.

Question· writtenPQ 363asked

391 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the reasons a company (details supplied) has to supply audited accounts to the Companies Office in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and is a community based group whose constitution states that it is a non-profit making organisation and the workings of the group are solely to do with improvements of facilities in the area of the community; his views on this matter and changes in legislation to assist such groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41635/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 5 December 2006

391 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the reasons a company (details supplied) has to supply audited accounts to the Companies Office in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and is a community based group whose constitution states that it is a non-profit making organisation and the workings of the group are solely to do with improvements of facilities in the area of the community; his views on this matter and changes in legislation to assist such groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41635/06]

Bill· Initiatiefwetgeving2007Z02044concluded

Voorstel van wet van het lid Van der Lee houdende verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering in de Grondwet, strekkende tot opneming van een zorgplicht voor het welzijn van dieren

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 4 December 2006

Voorstel van wet van het lid Van der Lee houdende verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering in de Grondwet, strekkende tot opneming van een zorgplicht voor het welzijn van dieren

Question· Schriftliche Anfrage103/Jschriftliche anfrage

Einsatz österreichischer Soldaten im Irak

Austria · National Council · 29 November 2006

Schriftliche Anfrage der Abgeordneten Mag. Ewald Stadler, Kolleginnen und Kollegen an den Bundesminister für Landesverteidigung betreffend Einsatz österreichischer Soldaten im Irak

Question· writtenPQ 149asked

145 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Finance the reason a company (details supplied) must supply audited accounts to the Revenue Commissioners in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and are a community based group whose constitution states that it is a non-profit making organisation and the workings of the group are solely to do with improvement of facilities in the area of their community; his views on a change in legislation to assist such groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40861/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 29 November 2006

145 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Finance the reason a company (details supplied) must supply audited accounts to the Revenue Commissioners in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and are a community based group whose constitution states that it is a non-profit making organisation and the workings of the group are solely to do with improvement of facilities in the area of their community; his views on a change in legislation to assist such groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40861/06]

Question· writtenPQ 14asked

10 Mr. McCormack asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position of his Department regarding recent statements by the Japanese Prime Minister that he will undertake attempts to reform Japan’s pacifist constitution in view of recent tensions in the region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39503/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 23 November 2006

10 Mr. McCormack asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs the position of his Department regarding recent statements by the Japanese Prime Minister that he will undertake attempts to reform Japan’s pacifist constitution in view of recent tensions in the region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39503/06]

Question· writtenPQ 143asked

190 Mr. Morgan asked the Taoiseach the total costs, including administrative costs, costs of publishing reports and travel costs, associated with the All Party Committee on the Constitution since June 2002. [38617/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 November 2006

190 Mr. Morgan asked the Taoiseach the total costs, including administrative costs, costs of publishing reports and travel costs, associated with the All Party Committee on the Constitution since June 2002. [38617/06]

Question· oralPQ 10asked

10 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Taoiseach the progress made to date with regard to the implementation of the recommendations of the various reports of the Oireachtas All-Party Committee on the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34031/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 21 November 2006

10 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Taoiseach the progress made to date with regard to the implementation of the recommendations of the various reports of the Oireachtas All-Party Committee on the Constitution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34031/06]

Law· Initiatiefwetgeving2007Z02041adopted

Voorstel van rijkswet van het lid Van der Staaij houdende verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering in de Grondwet, strekkende tot invoering van het vereiste van een meerderheid van twee derden van het aantal uitgebrachte stemmen in de Staten-Generaal voor de goedkeuring van verdragen betreffende de Europese Unie

Netherlands · House of Representatives · 20 November 2006

Voorstel van rijkswet van het lid Van der Staaij houdende verklaring dat er grond bestaat een voorstel in overweging te nemen tot verandering in de Grondwet, strekkende tot invoering van het vereiste van een meerderheid van twee derden van het aantal uitgebrachte stemmen in de Staten-Generaal voor de goedkeuring van verdragen betreffende de Europese Unie

Question· writtenPQ 105asked

100 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Finance the reasons a company (details supplied) in County Kildare must supply audited accounts to the Revenue Commissioners in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and are a community based group whose constitution status is that it is a non- profit making organisation and the workings of the company is solely to do with improvement of facilities in the area for their local community; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38281/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 16 November 2006

100 Mr. Wall asked the Minister for Finance the reasons a company (details supplied) in County Kildare must supply audited accounts to the Revenue Commissioners in view of the fact that the company has charitable status and are a community based group whose constitution status is that it is a non- profit making organisation and the workings of the company is solely to do with improvement of facilities in the area for their local community; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38281/06]

Bill· Selbständiger Antrag15/Aselbständiger antrag

Parteiengesetz, Änderung

Austria · National Council · 30 October 2006

Antrag der Abgeordneten Michaela Sburny, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Parteiengesetz geändert wird

Bill· Selbständiger Antrag9/Aselbständiger antrag

Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz, Geschäftsordnungsgesetz, Änderung

Austria · National Council · 30 October 2006

Antrag der Abgeordneten Dr. Alexander Van der Bellen, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend ein Bundesgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz und das Bundesgesetz über die Geschäftsordnung des Nationalrates (Geschäftsordnungsgesetz 1975) geändert werden <i>(Einsetzung von Untersuchungsausschüssen)</i>

Report· Rapport d'information2006-43introduced

L'expérience des parlements nationaux au sein de l'Union européenne : quels enseignements pour le Sénat ? Les exemples allemand, britannique, espagnol, finlandais, italien et polonais

France · Senate · 25 October 2006

Lors de la dernière modification du règlement du Sénat en mai 2004, les groupes politiques s'étaient accordés sur la nécessité de poursuivre la réflexion sur une réforme de plus grande ampleur en examinant notamment les méthodes de travail des parlements d'autres pays européens. Une mission d'information créée par la commission des lois et confiée conjointement à MM. Patrice Gélard et Jean-Claude Peyronnet, s'est rendue dans les parlements de six Etats membres de l'Union européenne -le Royaume-Uni, l'Espagne, la Finlande, la Pologne, l'Allemagne et l'Italie- afin d'étudier plus particulièrement quatre thèmes : - la modernisation de la procédure législative ; - les droits de la minorité ; - la mise en ½uvre des instruments de contrôle ; - le rôle du parlement dans les affaires européennes. Les rapporteurs, accompagnés d'autres membres de la commission, ont pu observer à l'occasion de ces déplacements, que les parlements visités partageaient un grand nombre de sujets de préoccupation tout en leur apportant des réponses très variées. Malgré la diversité des contextes institutionnels, quelques lignes de force se dégagent qui peuvent être riches d'enseignement pour le Sénat. Sur la base des observations et des recommandations communes des co rapporteurs, la commission des lois présente plusieurs propositions destinées à améliorer les méthodes de travail du Sénat.

Question· writtenPQ 50asked

204 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the way in which he will ensure that Article 16.2.3 of the Irish Constitution’s requirement for equality of representation is not breached without undertaking a review of constituency boundaries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30896/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 4 October 2006

204 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government the way in which he will ensure that Article 16.2.3 of the Irish Constitution’s requirement for equality of representation is not breached without undertaking a review of constituency boundaries; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30896/06]

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 611 (109th)passed

A resolution supporting the efforts of the Independent National Electoral Commission of the Government of Nigeria, political parties, civil society, religious organizations, and the people of Nigeria from one civilian government to another in to he general elections to be held in April 2007.

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2006

Recognizes Nigeria's importance as a strategic partner and long-time friend of the United States. Acknowledges the increasing significance of Nigeria's leadership throughout the region and continent. Commends the National Assembly of Nigeria's decision to reject a constitutional amendment that would have lifted the existing two-term limit and allowed for a third presidential term. Encourages the government of Nigeria and the Independent National Electoral Commission to demonstrate a commitment to democratic elections by: (1) developing a voter registration and education plan; (2) addressing corruption charges; and (3) conducting unbiased recruitment and training of election officials. Urges the government of Nigeria to respect the freedoms of association and assembly, including the right of candidates, members of political parties, and others to assemble and conduct public events free from intimidation. Urges a robust effort by Nigeria's law enforcement and judicial officials to enforce the rule of law, particularly by preventing and investigating politically-motivated violence and prosecuting those suspected of such acts. Urges: (1) President Bush to ensure that the United States supports Nigeria's democratic gains made during the last eight years; and (2) the government of Nigeria to seek international support for free elections in April 2007. Expresses U.S. support for coordinated efforts by the government of Nigeria and the Independent National Electoral Commission to work with political parties, civil society, religious organizations, and other entities to organize a peaceful democratic transition based on free elections in April 2007.

Bill· HRH.R. 6300 (109th)referred

National Archives 75th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2006

National Archives 75th Anniversary Commemorative Coin Act - Instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue $1 coins whose design: (1) is emblematic of the National Archives Building; and (2) honors the National Archives and Records Administration as a public trust on which American democracy depends and of the Charters of Freedom that the Administration enshrines for posterity. Requires the obverse of the coins to be representative of the 75th Anniversary of the National Archives Building. Requires such coins to feature an image of: (1) the Declaration of Independence; (2) the Constitution of the United States; and (3) the Bill of Rights. Declares that: (1) only one U.S. Mint facility may be used to strike any particular combination of denomination and quality of such coins; and (2) the coins may be issued only during calendar 2010. Prescribes guidelines for coin sales and a coin surcharge.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 489 (109th)referred

Expressing the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice, reaffirming the commitment of the United States to the fight against intolerance and prejudice in any form, and honoring the legacy of transparent procedure, government accountability, the rule of law, the pursuit of justice, and the struggle for universal freedom and human rights.

United States · United States Congress · 29 September 2006

Expresses the sense of Congress that the people of the United States should grieve for the loss of life that defined the Third Reich and celebrate the continued education efforts for tolerance and justice. Reaffirms U.S. commitment to the fight against intolerance and prejudice. Urges all members of the international community to honor those individuals of all races, creeds, and colors who perished at the hands of the Nazis. Honors the primacy of the rule of law, the pursuit of justice, and the struggle for universal freedom and human rights.

Bill· HJRESH.J.Res. 98 (109th)referred

Proposing a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2006

Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits outlays for a fiscal year (except those for repayment of debt principal) from exceeding total receipts for that fiscal year (except those derived from borrowing) unless Congress, by a three-fifths rollcall vote of each Chamber, authorizes a specific excess of outlays over receipts. Requires a three-fifths rollcall vote of each Chamber to increase the public debt limit. Directs the President to submit a balanced budget to Congress annually. Prohibits any bill to increase revenue from becoming law unless approved by a majority of each Chamber by rollcall vote. Authorizes waivers of these provisions when a declaration of war is in effect or under other specified circumstances involving military conflict.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1054 (109th)passed

Waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 5441) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007, and for other purposes and providing for consideration of the bill (S. 3930) to authorize trial by military commission for violations of law of war, and for other purposes and consideration of the bill (H.R. 4772) to simplify and expedite access to the Federal courts for injured parties whose rights and privileges under the United States Constitution have been deprived by final actions of Federal agencies or other governments officials or entities acting under color of State law, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 28 September 2006

Waives points of order against the conference report to accompany H.R. 5441 making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2007, and for other purposes. Provides for consideration of S. 3930 to authorize trial by military commission for violations of the law of war, and for consideration of H.R. 4772 to simplify and expedite access to the federal courts for injured parties whose rights and privileges under the United States Constitution have been deprived by final actions of federal agencies or other government officials or entities acting under color of state law.

Question· writtenPQ 159asked

207 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children if she approves or acquiesces to situations whereby 16 year old girls or younger leave home without parents’ consent in the company of older men; if it is the policy of her Department to take any action in such circumstances; if such situations in respect of minors, are approved or given tacit recognition; if her attention has been drawn to the serious consequences in the event of such activity going unchallenged; if the Constitution embraces such activity; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29553/06]

Ireland · Dáil Éireann · 27 September 2006

207 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Health and Children if she approves or acquiesces to situations whereby 16 year old girls or younger leave home without parents’ consent in the company of older men; if it is the policy of her Department to take any action in such circumstances; if such situations in respect of minors, are approved or given tacit recognition; if her attention has been drawn to the serious consequences in the event of such activity going unchallenged; if the Constitution embraces such activity; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29553/06]

Bill· SS. 3957 (109th)referred

Religious Freedom Act of 2006

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2006

Religious Freedom Act of 2006 - Prohibits denial of: (1) a federal tax exemption under the Internal Revenue Code to any church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other house of worship or meditation (including any affiliated organization) because it engages in activity protected by the U.S. Constitution, including comment on public issues, election contests, and pending legislation made in a theological or philosophical context; or (2) the tax deductibility of donor contributions to such organizations.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1047 (109th)open

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4772) to simplify and expedite access to the Federal courts for injured parties whose rights and privileges under the United States Constitution have been deprived by final actions of Federal agencies or other government officials or entities acting under color of State law, and for other purposes.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2006

Sets forth the rule for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4772) to simplify and expedite access to the Federal courts for injured parties whose rights and privileges under the United States Constitution have been deprived by final actions of Federal agencies or other government officials or entities acting under color of State law.

Resolution· HRESH.Res. 1051 (109th)passed

Expressing support for democracy in Nepal that will require the full participation of the people of Nepal in the political process to hold elections for a constituent assembly and draft a new constitution and calling upon the Communist Party of Nepal-Maoist to adhere to commitments it has made and to respect human rights.

United States · United States Congress · 27 September 2006

Reiterates support for democracy in Nepal. Recognizes that the full participation of the people of Nepal will be required to hold elections for a constituent assembly and draft a new constitution. Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Seven-Party Alliance Government should: (1) continue its role in developing a new democracy; (2) hold an election for a constituent assembly; (3) draft a constitution; and (4) implement the will of the people of Nepal. States that the Maoists must: (1) lay down their weapons before joining the interim government; (2) respect human rights; (3) implement what they have agreed to with the Seven Party Alliance; (4) implement steps to show their commitment to competitive politics and a multiparty system; and (5) follow the rule of law and commit to press freedom.

Resolution· Unselbständiger Entschließungsantrag403/UEAunselbständiger entschließungsantrag

Bundesstaatsanwalt

Austria · National Council · 21 September 2006

Unselbständiger Entschließungsantrag der Abgeordneten Dr. Alfred Gusenbauer, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend Einbringung einer Regierungsvorlage über ein Bundesverfassungsgesetz, mit dem das Bundes-Verfassungsgesetz um Bestimmungen über einen weisungsfreien Bundesstaatsanwalt ergänzt wird

Resolution· Unselbständiger Entschließungsantrag402/UEAunselbständiger entschließungsantrag

Verfassungsreform

Austria · National Council · 21 September 2006

Unselbständiger Entschließungsantrag der Abgeordneten Dr. Ulrike Baumgartner-Gabitzer, Herbert Scheibner, Kolleginnen und Kollegen betreffend Fortsetzung der vom Österreich-Konvent eingeleiteten Verfassungsreform

Bill· HRH.R. 6157 (109th)referred

Sons and Daughters of America Act

United States · United States Congress · 21 September 2006

Sons and Daughters of America Act - Amends the Revised Statutes of the United States to provide that the remedies for a civil action for deprivation of rights are limited to injunctive and declaratory relief where the deprivation: (1) consists of a violation of the right to freedom of speech secured by the Constitution; and (2) is the result of a statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage which prohibits or restricts picketing, protesting, or demonstrating at a funeral or any other ceremony, procession, or memorial service held in connection with the burial or cremation of the dead. Prohibits the award of attorney's fees with respect to the prevailing party in such a claim, including one in any action brought against the United States or any federal agency or official acting in his or her official capacity in any court.

Resolution· SRESS.Res. 575 (109th)referred

A resolution supporting the efforts of the Independent National Electoral Commission of the Government of Nigeria, political parties, civil society, and religious organizations to facilitate the first democratic transition of Nigeria from 1 civilian government to another in the general elections to be held in April 2007.

United States · United States Congress · 20 September 2006

Recognizes Nigeria's importance as a strategic partner and long-time friend of the United States. Acknowledges Nigeria's rising prominence as a regional leader and role model. Commends the National Assembly of Nigeria's decision to reject a constitutional amendment that would have allowed for a third presidential term. Encourages the government of Nigeria and the Independent National Electoral Commission to demonstrate a commitment to democratic elections by: (1) developing a voter registration and education plan; (2) addressing corruption charges; and (3) conducting unbiased recruitment and training of election officials. Urges the government of Nigeria to respect the freedoms of association and assembly, including the right of candidates, members of political parties, and others to assemble and conduct public events free from intimidation. Urges a robust effort by Nigeria's law enforcement and judicial officials to enforce the rule of law, particularly by preventing and investigating politically-motivated violence and prosecuting those suspected of such acts. Expresses U.S. support for coordinated efforts by the government of Nigeria and the Independent National Electoral Commission to work with political parties, civil society, religious organizations, and other entities to organize a peaceful democratic transition based on free elections in April 2007.

Resolution· HCONRESH.Con.Res. 472 (109th)referred

Recognizing the independence of the courts of the United States.

United States · United States Congress · 13 September 2006

Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) the Congress hereby commits itself to exercise additional restraint regarding the passage of bills that limit the jurisdiction of the courts of the United States; and (2) these courts should continue to adjudicate cases alleging conflicts between Acts of Congress and the Constitution of the United States.

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