Combating European Anti-Semitism Act of 2017

Oppose cuts to the foreign affairs budget Support for full implementation of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, Public law 111-195 Support for the President's proposed foreign security assistance to Israel for FY 2018. Support for global LGBT issues Support for HR 672/S 198 Combating European Anti-Semitism Act Support for HR 1911/S 1292, Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 Support for HR 1697/ S 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act Support for ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women Support for ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Support for ratification of the Convention on Rights of the Child Support for continuation of the JCPOA and addressing its shortcomings Support for HR 1164/ S. 1697, the Taylor Force Act Support for HR 3329/ S 1595, Hezbollah International Finance Prevention Amendments of 2017 Oppose reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule Oppose prohibition on funding for UNFPA Support for H Con Res 90, S.2060, HR 4223, and S.Res. 376, condemning ethnic cleansing in Burma Support for HR 2712, Palestinian International Terrorism Support Prevention Act Support for HR 3542, Hamas Human Shields Prevention Act Support for HR 3342, Hezbollah Human Shields Prevention Act Support for HR 1226/S 447, Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today Act Support for HR 4549, Saudi Educational Transparency and Reform Act Support for HR 2491/S 1172, Global Respect Act Support for HR 1698, Iran Ballistic Missiles and International Sanctions Act. Oppose confirmation of Jay Patrick Murray to be Alternate U.S. Representative to the United Nations for Special Political Affairs and to serve as an Alternate U.S. Representative to sessions of the UN General Assembly. Oppose confirmation of Ken Isaacs to be director gender for the UN International Organization on Migration Support for HR 5312, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Economic Exclusion Act Support for HR 3030/S 1158, the Eli Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2017

Client expense: $25,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office

Prioritize civilian protection in Syria Advance human rights protections in U.S. counterterrorism policies and policies to counter violent extremism Protect rights of minorities in Iraq and advancing efforts to bring accountability for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi Advance human rights protections in Egypt Advance human rights protections for LGBT persons globally Appoint a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities Incorporate human rights considerations into cabinet nomination hearings Investigate alleged ties to far-right antisemitic groups by senior White House counterterrorism advisor Sebastian Gorka Advance a transatlantic approach to countering intolerance Improve hate crime data collection Appropriations to support multilateral efforts to hold ISIS accountable for its crimes in Iraq Appropriations to support appointment of a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities S.68: A bill to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, and for other purposes H.R.379: To assist members of the Yazidi and Christian communities residing in Iraq and Syria, and for other purposes S.198: A bill to require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.672: To require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes S.94: A bill to impose sanctions in response to cyber intrusions by the Government of the Russian Federation and other aggressive activities of the Russian Federation, and for other purposes; Title III: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Initiative Act of 2017, Sec. 305: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Fund

Support for President's Foreign Affairs Funding Request Support for full implementation of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, Public law 111-195 Support for the President's proposed foreign security assistance to Israel for FY 2018. Support for global LGBT issues Support for HR 672/S 198 Combating European Anti-Semitism Act Support for HR 1911/S 1292, Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 Support for HR 1697/ S 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act Support for ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women Support for ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Support for ratification of the Convention on Rights of the Child Support for continuation of the JCPOA and addressing its shortcomings Support for HR 1164/ S. 1697, the Taylor Force Act Support for HR 3329/ S 1595, Hezbollah International Finance Prevention Amendments of 2017 Oppose reinstatement of the Global Gag Rule Oppose prohibition on funding for UNFPA Support for H Con Res 90/S 2060, condemning ethnic cleansing in Burma Support for HR 2712, Palestinian International Terrorism Support Prevention Act Support for HR 3542, Hamas Human Shields Prevention Act Support for HR 3342, Hezbollah Human Shields Prevention Act Support for H Res 359, Urging the European Union to designate Hezbollah in its entirety as a terrorist organization Support for HR 1226/S 447, Justice for Uncompensated Survivors Today Act Support for HR 4549, Saudi Educational Transparency and Reform Act Support for HR 2491/S 1172, Global Respect Act Support for HR 1698, Iran Ballistic Missiles and International Sanctions Act. Oppose confirmation of Jay Patrick Murray to be Alternate U.S. Representative to the United Nations for Special Political Affairs and to serve as an Alternate U.S. Representative to sessions of the UN General Assembly.

Support for President's Foreign Affairs Funding Request Support for full implementation of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, Public law 111-195 Support for the President's proposed foreign security assistance to Israel for FY 2018. Support for global LGBT issues Support for HR 672/S 198 Combating European Anti-Semitism Act Support for HR 1911/S 1292, Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 Support for HR 1697/ S 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act Support for ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women Support for ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Support for ratification of the Convention on Rights of the Child

Client expense: $15,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office

Support for President's Foreign Affairs Funding Request Support for full implementation of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, Public law 111-195 Support for the President's proposed foreign security assistance to Israel for FY 2018. Support for global LGBT issues Support for HR 672/S 198 Combating European Anti-Semitism Act Support for HR 1911/S 1292, Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 Support for HR 1697/ S 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act Support for ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women Support for ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Support for ratification of the Convention on Rights of the Child

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office

Supported S.Res.266 and H.Res.754, the Anwar Sadat Centennial Celebration Act; Supported H.Res.359, urging the European Union to designate Hezbollah in its entirety as a terrorist organization and increase pressure on it and its members; Supported H.Res.11, objecting to United Nations Security Council Resolution 2334 as an obstacle to Israeli-Palestinian peace; Supported H.Res.274, condemning the Government of Irans state-sponsored persecution of its Bahai minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights; Supported H.Res.336, reaffirming a strong commitment to the United States-Mexico partnership; Supported H.Res.54, reaffirming the United States-Argentina partnership and recognizing Argentinas economic reforms; Supported the North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act of 2017 (H.R.2061); Supported the STAND for Ukraine Act (H.R.830); Supported the Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act (H.R.1911/S.198); Supported the Iran Ballistic Missiles and International Sanctions Act (H.R.1698); Supported the Elie Weisel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act of 2017 (S.1158/H.R.3030); Supported the Countering Irans Destabilizing Activities Act (S.722); Supported the Countering Russian Hostilities Act (S.94); Supported the United States-Jordan Defense Cooperation Act (H.R.2646); Supported the Venezuela Humanitarian Assistance and Defense of Democratic Government Act (H.R.2658); Supported the Combating European Anti-Semitism Act (H.R.672/S.198); Urged House members to support the Congressional Hellenic-Israel Alliance; Urged continued support for the United States-Israel relationship; Urged members to sign a Congressional letter urging the Secretary of State to support diplomatic and energy cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean; Urged support for diplomatic and energy cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean; Attention to U.S. Middle East foreign policy; Attention to the concerns of the Jewish Diaspora; Concerns relating to the United Nations Human Rights Council;

Implementation of the Magnitsky Act and the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act Incorporate human rights considerations into U.S. foreign policy Maintain full U.S. engagement in the U.N. Human Rights Council Appoint a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities Investigate alleged ties to far-right antisemitic groups by senior White House counterterrorism advisor Sebastian Gorka Advance a transatlantic approach to countering intolerance Prioritize civilian protection in Syria Advance human rights protections in U.S. counterterrorism policies and policies to counter violent extremism Protect rights of minorities in Iraq and advancing efforts to bring accountability for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi Advance human rights protections in Egypt Protect academic freedom and oppose the Hungarian government's attempt to close Central European University S.1221: A bill to counter the influence of the Russian Federation in Europe and Eurasia, and for other purposes S.341: A bill to provide for congressional oversight of actions to waive, suspend, reduce, provide relief from, or otherwise limit the application of sanctions with respect to the Russian Federation, and for other purposes H.R.1059: To provide for congressional oversight of actions to waive, suspend, reduce, provide relief from, or otherwise limit the application of sanctions with respect to the Russian Federation, and for other purposes H.Res.394: Calling for the global repeal of blasphemy, heresy, and apostasy laws H.R.1911: Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 S.1292: Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 S.198: A bill to require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.672: To require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.390: Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act of 2017 H.R.1677: To halt the wholesale slaughter of the Syrian people, encourage a negotiated political settlement, and hold Syrian human rights abusers accountable for their crimes

Support for President's Foreign Affairs Funding Request Support for full implementation of the Iran Sanctions, Accountability, and Divestment Act, Public law 111-195 Support for the President's proposed foreign security assistance to Israel for FY 2018. Support for global LGBT issues Support for HR 672/S 198 Combating European Anti-Semitism Act Support for HR 1911, Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 Support for HR 1697/ S 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Education, Dept of, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office

Prioritize civilian protection in Syria Advance human rights protections in U.S. counterterrorism policies and policies to counter violent extremism Protect rights of minorities in Iraq and advancing efforts to bring accountability for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi Advance human rights protections in Egypt Advance human rights protections for LGBT persons globally Appoint a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities Incorporate human rights considerations into cabinet nomination hearings Investigate alleged ties to far-right antisemitic groups by senior White House counterterrorism advisor Sebastian Gorka Advance a transatlantic approach to countering intolerance Improve hate crime data collection Appropriations to support multilateral efforts to hold ISIS accountable for its crimes in Iraq Appropriations to support appointment of a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities S.68: A bill to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, and for other purposes H.R.379: To assist members of the Yazidi and Christian communities residing in Iraq and Syria, and for other purposes S.198: A bill to require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.672: To require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes S.94: A bill to impose sanctions in response to cyber intrusions by the Government of the Russian Federation and other aggressive activities of the Russian Federation, and for other purposes; Title III: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Initiative Act of 2017, Sec. 305: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Fund

Prioritize civilian protection in Syria Advance human rights protections in U.S. counterterrorism policies and policies to counter violent extremism Protect rights of minorities in Iraq and advancing efforts to bring accountability for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi Advance human rights protections in Egypt Advance human rights protections for LGBT persons globally Appoint a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities Incorporate human rights considerations into cabinet nomination hearings Investigate alleged ties to far-right antisemitic groups by senior White House counterterrorism advisor Sebastian Gorka Advance a transatlantic approach to countering intolerance Improve hate crime data collection Appropriations to support multilateral efforts to hold ISIS accountable for its crimes in Iraq Appropriations to support appointment of a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities S.68: A bill to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, and for other purposes H.R.379: To assist members of the Yazidi and Christian communities residing in Iraq and Syria, and for other purposes S.198: A bill to require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.672: To require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes S.94: A bill to impose sanctions in response to cyber intrusions by the Government of the Russian Federation and other aggressive activities of the Russian Federation, and for other purposes; Title III: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Initiative Act of 2017, Sec. 305: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Fund

Supported the Combatting European Anti-Semitism Act of 2017 (H.R.672)(S.198). Encouraged support for appointment of the Special Envoy to Combat Anti-Semitism. Advocated on issues of anti-Semitism at home and abroad. Discussed the role of the United States in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. Expressed concern regarding UN Security Council Resolution 2334. Supported Congressional action, rejecting UN Security Council Resolution 2334. Supported H.Res.54, reaffirming the bond between the United States and Argentina. Supported H.Res.104, reasserting the our commitment to the United State-Mexico partnership. Signed onto an NGO letter to the Secretary of State urging the United States to continue its involvement with the United Nations Human Rights Council. Urged members of Congress to support continued United States engagement and funding for the United Nations. Supported the International Fund for Israeli-Palestinian Peace Act of 2017. Supported the Stability and Democracy (STAND) Act for Ukraine (H.R.830). Supported the Counteracting Russian Hostilities Act of 2017 (S.94)(H.R.1751). Supported the Terror-Free Skies Act (S.420)(H.R.566). Supported a bi-partisan letter to promote a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Urged Members of Congress to join the Joint Bipartisan Taskforce for Combatting Anti-Semitism. Urged Members of Congress to join the Congressional Hellenic-Israel Alliance (CHIA) Advocated on issues concerning Iran. Advocated on issues concerning the United States-Israel relationship. Supported for the Terror-Free Skies Act (H.R.566). Proposed questions to be asked of the nominee for Secretary of State.

Client expense: $40,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Prioritize civilian protection in Syria Advance human rights protections in U.S. counterterrorism policies and policies to counter violent extremism Protect rights of minorities in Iraq and advancing efforts to bring accountability for ISIS crimes against the Yazidi Advance human rights protections in Egypt Advance human rights protections for LGBT persons globally Appoint a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities Incorporate human rights considerations into cabinet nomination hearings Investigate alleged ties to far-right antisemitic groups by senior White House counterterrorism advisor Sebastian Gorka Advance a transatlantic approach to countering intolerance Improve hate crime data collection Appropriations to support multilateral efforts to hold ISIS accountable for its crimes in Iraq Appropriations to support appointment of a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism and Special Representative to Muslim Communities S.68: A bill to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress on the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a foreign terrorist organization, and for other purposes H.R.379: To assist members of the Yazidi and Christian communities residing in Iraq and Syria, and for other purposes S.198: A bill to require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes H.R.672: To require continued and enhanced annual reporting to Congress in the Annual Report on International Religious Freedom on anti-Semitic incidents in Europe, the safety and security of European Jewish communities, and the efforts of the United States to partner with European governments, the European Union, and civil society groups, to combat anti-Semitism, and for other purposes S.94: A bill to impose sanctions in response to cyber intrusions by the Government of the Russian Federation and other aggressive activities of the Russian Federation, and for other purposes; Title III: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Initiative Act of 2017, Sec. 305: Europe and Eurasia Democracy and Anti-Corruption Fund

Issues of importance to the Israeli-American community in the United States, including H.R.672, Combating European Anti-Semitism Act of 2017, S.198, Combating European Anti-Semitism Act of 2017, S.170, Combating BDS Act of 2017, and the Protecting Israel Against Economic Discrimination Act.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported