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Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
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NETWORK via NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
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HR 15: Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act: NETWORK supports this immigration bill. NETWORK strongly supports Comprehensive Immigration Reform that includes a pathway to citizenship for those here now an positively addresses family unity concerns. NETWORK supports efforts to make current deportation practices safer.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
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S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. H.R. 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.HR 3972/S. l972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bills prohibit labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. H.R. 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.HR 3972/S. l972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bills prohibit labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural practicioners whose costs are considerably higher.
SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural doctors whose costs are considerably higher.
Permanent Active Financing Exception Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. HR 4429 and HR 4464: Tax loopholes for corporations. NETWORK opposes these provision because they allow companies to shield taxable income and encourage job loss in the U.S.Renewal of Highway Trust Fund: NETWORK supports renewal of the Highway Trust Fund through responsible tax funds.
Permanent CFC Look-Through Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. HR 4429 and HR 4464: Tax loopholes for corporations. NETWORK opposes these provision because they allow companies to shield taxable income and encourage job loss in the U.S.Renewal of Highway Trust Fund: NETWORK supports renewal of the Highway Trust Fund through responsible tax funds.
Afghan Allies Protection Extension Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
NETWORK supports comprehensive immigration reform and worked to press the House Republicans to bring a bill up for a vote. NETWORK supports efforts to make deportations to Mexico safer and more humane. HR 4594: Afghan Allies Protection Act. NETWORK supports providing additional protection to Afghan allies. NETWORK supports spending for and legal protection of unaccompanied children from Central America.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. H.R. 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.HR 3972/S. l972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bills prohibit labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
Partnership to Build America Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid payment of taxes on oversea earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a Social Security number. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two year. Proposes Regulation of 501(c)(4) organizations: NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech.
Partnership to Build America Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid the payment of taxes on overseas earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a social security number.Proposed Regulation of 501(c)(4) Organizations. NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two years.
Fair Employment Opportunity Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural practicioners whose costs are considerably higher.
SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural doctors whose costs are considerably higher.
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. HR 4429 and HR 4464: Tax loopholes for corporations. NETWORK opposes these provision because they allow companies to shield taxable income and encourage job loss in the U.S.Renewal of Highway Trust Fund: NETWORK supports renewal of the Highway Trust Fund through responsible tax funds.
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. NETWORK supports a permanent and enhanced Earned Income Tax Credit for working families and childless individuals. NETWORK supports a permanent and refundable Child Tax Credit.
Stop Corporate Inversions Act of 2014
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
NETWORK strongly supports the U.S. Treasury's Executive Actions which tighten the rules related to a corporation's ability to engage in the practice of inversions to avoid paying U.S. taxes. Stop Corporate Inversions Act (S. 2360): NETWORK strongly supports Congressional efforts to limit corporations ability to use inversion as a tax avoidance scheme.Child Tax Credit: NETWORK strongly opposes efforts in the House to cut child tax credits to the most vulnerable American families while increasing benefits for better off Americans. Corporate Tax Extenders: NETWORK strongly opposes providing $285 billion worth of corporate tax breaks without offsetting lost revenue as required with increased spending for programs to assist the most vulnerable Americans.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014: NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. HR 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports these bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. HR 3972/S. 1972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bill prohibits labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. H.R. 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.HR 3972/S. l972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bills prohibit labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid payment of taxes on oversea earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a Social Security number. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two year. Proposes Regulation of 501(c)(4) organizations: NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech.
Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid the payment of taxes on overseas earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a social security number.Proposed Regulation of 501(c)(4) Organizations. NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two years.
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms; opposes any piecemeal approach to immigration reform NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenHR 2278 Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement (SAFE Act) - NETWORK strongly opposes this legislation that would criminalize presence in the United States, aiding a migrant or refugee and expand the use of indefinite detentionl HR 2131 Supplying Knowledge-based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of the STEM Visas Act, (SKILLS Visa Act), NETWORK strongly opposes this measure as it would eliminate channels for familiy members to lawfully immgrate, deny home countries of their needed talents. HR 3130 Protect Family Values at the Border Act, NETWORK supports this bill that would protect those held in U.S. Customs and Border Protection custody, and ensure families are not needlessly separated
Protect Family Values at the Border Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms; opposes any piecemeal approach to immigration reform NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenHR 2278 Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement (SAFE Act) - NETWORK strongly opposes this legislation that would criminalize presence in the United States, aiding a migrant or refugee and expand the use of indefinite detentionl HR 2131 Supplying Knowledge-based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of the STEM Visas Act, (SKILLS Visa Act), NETWORK strongly opposes this measure as it would eliminate channels for familiy members to lawfully immgrate, deny home countries of their needed talents. HR 3130 Protect Family Values at the Border Act, NETWORK supports this bill that would protect those held in U.S. Customs and Border Protection custody, and ensure families are not needlessly separated
S. 1197, Amendment 2319 - NETWORK strongly opposes this amendment that would reduce the impact of sequestration on Pentagon spending S. 744, Amdt 1268 and S. 1197, Amdt. 2253 - NETWORK strongly supports these amendments that would lower the cap onmaximum allowable compensation paid from government funds to DoD contract employees from $763,029 to $230,700.
Affordable Tutoring of Our Children Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenNETWORK strongly supports legislation that would protect children in the immigration struggle NETWORK strongly supports the following Amendments to S. 744 - Coons 2 - Hirono 23, 1403 - Feinstein 11 & 16 - Blumenthal 10, 7, 13, 17, 18, 1327 - Schumer 5 - Boxer 1240 - Cardin 1294 - Stabenow 1405 NETWORK strongly opposes the following Amendments to S. 744 - Sessions 3, 1334 - Lee - 19, 1208 - Hatch 19, 20 - Grassley 73, 74, 1299 - Rubio 1225 - Cornyn - all - Thune - all - Vitter - all - Cruz - 1320 - Paul 1200 - Fischer 1348 - Wicker 1229
Affordable Tutoring of Our Children Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 1197, Amendment 2319 - NETWORK strongly opposes this amendment that would reduce the impact of sequestration on Pentagon spending S. 744, Amdt 1268 and S. 1197, Amdt. 2253 - NETWORK strongly supports these amendments that would lower the cap onmaximum allowable compensation paid from government funds to DoD contract employees from $763,029 to $230,700.
Affordable Tutoring of Our Children Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms; opposes any piecemeal approach to immigration reform NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenHR 2278 Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement (SAFE Act) - NETWORK strongly opposes this legislation that would criminalize presence in the United States, aiding a migrant or refugee and expand the use of indefinite detentionl HR 2131 Supplying Knowledge-based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of the STEM Visas Act, (SKILLS Visa Act), NETWORK strongly opposes this measure as it would eliminate channels for familiy members to lawfully immgrate, deny home countries of their needed talents. HR 3130 Protect Family Values at the Border Act, NETWORK supports this bill that would protect those held in U.S. Customs and Border Protection custody, and ensure families are not needlessly separated
H.R. 4966, H.R. 5652 Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would place the burden of reducing the deficit on the backs of persons who can least afford it, we urge Congress to find savings sources other than domestic discretionary programs - and suggests far deeper cuts in defense, rather than increases. Priorities for a Faithful Budget - document presented to legislators -NETWORK strongly supports this approach to spending/revenue H.R.8 - Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012 - NETWORK seriously opposes the approach of tax cuts to the wealthy as a way to say jobs will be created. History shows that is false. NETWORK strongly urges the House and the Senate to increase revenue, and cut military spending sufficiently to cover the costs of domestic discretionary programs without their being cut. Priority must be given to the most vulnerable populations in federal budget decisions. H.Con.Res 34 - NETWORK strongly and vocally opposes the House passed FY2013 Budget, and any portion of it becoming a part of other legislation, as it would destroy the social safety net dehying the meeting of needs of those on the margins of society, struggling to survive. NETWORK is particularly concerned that Rep. Ryan justifies his destruction of the safety net by Catholic Social Teaching, as it is just the opposite. NETWORK shared great concern about the high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly aware of the relationship between cuts in spending (eliminating public sector jobs) and the unemployment rate fluctuations. H.R.15 - Middle Class Tax Cut Act - NETWORK strongly supports this approach to revenue and the support of low- and middle-income members of our communities. Nuns on the Bus and NETWORK strongly oppose the devastating House-passed budget for 2013, as we did for FY2012 budget
Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 2 - NETWORK strongly opposes attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act NETWORK opposes CMS-9995-IFC2, a rule which would deny coverage under the ACE of recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. These young people need access to healthcare for their own safety and for that of their communities.
Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons and Stop War Through Diplomacy Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
NETWORK urges strong action to avert a humanitarian disaster that could include widespread starvation in the border areas of Sudan H.R. 4173 Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons and Stop War Through Diplomacy Act - NETWORK strongly supports this act.
Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2012
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
Supreme Court Brief supporting U of T at Austin in Abigail Noel Fisher v. U of T, Austin - NETWORK strongly supports the University of Texas in this case H.R.4271/S.1925 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women(VAWA) Act, inclusive of protection of women on Native American Reservations.
Sequester Replacement Act of 2012
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 4966, H.R. 5652 Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would place the burden of reducing the deficit on the backs of persons who can least afford it, we urge Congress to find savings sources other than domestic discretionary programs - and suggests far deeper cuts in defense, rather than increases. Priorities for a Faithful Budget - document presented to legislators -NETWORK strongly supports this approach to spending/revenue H.R.8 - Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012 - NETWORK seriously opposes the approach of tax cuts to the wealthy as a way to say jobs will be created. History shows that is false. NETWORK strongly urges the House and the Senate to increase revenue, and cut military spending sufficiently to cover the costs of domestic discretionary programs without their being cut. Priority must be given to the most vulnerable populations in federal budget decisions. H.Con.Res 34 - NETWORK strongly and vocally opposes the House passed FY2013 Budget, and any portion of it becoming a part of other legislation, as it would destroy the social safety net dehying the meeting of needs of those on the margins of society, struggling to survive. NETWORK is particularly concerned that Rep. Ryan justifies his destruction of the safety net by Catholic Social Teaching, as it is just the opposite. NETWORK shared great concern about the high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly aware of the relationship between cuts in spending (eliminating public sector jobs) and the unemployment rate fluctuations. H.R.15 - Middle Class Tax Cut Act - NETWORK strongly supports this approach to revenue and the support of low- and middle-income members of our communities. Nuns on the Bus and NETWORK strongly oppose the devastating House-passed budget for 2013, as we did for FY2012 budget
Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 4966, H.R. 5652 Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would place the burden of reducing the deficit on the backs of persons who can least afford it, we urge Congress to find savings sources other than domestic discretionary programs - and suggests far deeper cuts in defense, rather than increases. Priorities for a Faithful Budget - document presented to legislators -NETWORK strongly supports this approach to spending/revenue H.R.8 - Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012 - NETWORK seriously opposes the approach of tax cuts to the wealthy as a way to say jobs will be created. History shows that is false. NETWORK strongly urges the House and the Senate to increase revenue, and cut military spending sufficiently to cover the costs of domestic discretionary programs without their being cut. Priority must be given to the most vulnerable populations in federal budget decisions. H.Con.Res 34 - NETWORK strongly and vocally opposes the House passed FY2013 Budget, and any portion of it becoming a part of other legislation, as it would destroy the social safety net dehying the meeting of needs of those on the margins of society, struggling to survive. NETWORK is particularly concerned that Rep. Ryan justifies his destruction of the safety net by Catholic Social Teaching, as it is just the opposite. NETWORK shared great concern about the high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly aware of the relationship between cuts in spending (eliminating public sector jobs) and the unemployment rate fluctuations. H.R.15 - Middle Class Tax Cut Act - NETWORK strongly supports this approach to revenue and the support of low- and middle-income members of our communities. Nuns on the Bus and NETWORK strongly oppose the devastating House-passed budget for 2013, as we did for FY2012 budget
Arms Sale Responsibility Act of 2012
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
HR 5749 - The Arms Sales Responsibility Act -. NETWORK strongly supports this bill which curtails the sale of weapons which may, in any way lead to them getting to enemy hands.
American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 4966, H.R. 5652 Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would place the burden of reducing the deficit on the backs of persons who can least afford it, we urge Congress to find savings sources other than domestic discretionary programs - and suggests far deeper cuts in defense, rather than increases. Priorities for a Faithful Budget - document presented to legislators -NETWORK strongly supports this approach to spending/revenue H.R.8 - Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012 - NETWORK seriously opposes the approach of tax cuts to the wealthy as a way to say jobs will be created. History shows that is false. NETWORK strongly urges the House and the Senate to increase revenue, and cut military spending sufficiently to cover the costs of domestic discretionary programs without their being cut. Priority must be given to the most vulnerable populations in federal budget decisions. H.Con.Res 34 - NETWORK strongly and vocally opposes the House passed FY2013 Budget, and any portion of it becoming a part of other legislation, as it would destroy the social safety net dehying the meeting of needs of those on the margins of society, struggling to survive. NETWORK is particularly concerned that Rep. Ryan justifies his destruction of the safety net by Catholic Social Teaching, as it is just the opposite. NETWORK shared great concern about the high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly aware of the relationship between cuts in spending (eliminating public sector jobs) and the unemployment rate fluctuations. H.R.15 - Middle Class Tax Cut Act - NETWORK strongly supports this approach to revenue and the support of low- and middle-income members of our communities. Nuns on the Bus and NETWORK strongly oppose the devastating House-passed budget for 2013, as we did for FY2012 budget
Consumer Financial Protection Safety and Soundness Improvement Act of 2011
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.H. 1121, H.R. 1315 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would undermine the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Afghanistan Exit and Accountability Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
NETWORK supports the reduction in Overseas Contingency Operations for Iraq and Afghanistan NETWORK strongly supports a sizeable and sustained reduction in forces from Afghanistan, allowing for a near end to that war supporting H.R. 1735 Bring the Troops Home
Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2011
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 2 - NETWORK strongly opposes the repeal of the Affordable Care Act FAA Reauthorization - NETWORK strongly opposes any attempt to eliminate funding to the Affordable Care Act
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2011
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
Foreign Business Bribery Prohibition Act of 2011
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
To provide for the establishment of the Special Envoy to Promote Religious Freedom of Religious Minorities in the Near East and South Central Asia.
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H.R.1 - NETWORK opposes cuts for refugee assistance. This is an issue of national security. H.R. 440 - NETWORK supports this legislation to appoint a special envoy to work on issues of religious minorities in the Middle East.
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act SB 1070 - Enforcement of Immigration Laws - NETWORK opposes this legislation HR 2414 - Ag Jobs - NETWORK supports this legislation
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act
Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Security Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act SB 1070 - Enforcement of Immigration Laws - NETWORK opposes this legislation HR 2414 - Ag Jobs - NETWORK supports this legislation
Global Security Priorities Resolution
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H. Res. 278 - Global Security Priorities Resolution - NETWORK strongly supports this and other resolutions and acts which reduce the presence of nuclear weapons, globally. S 384 - Global Food Security Act - NETWORK supports this act, as long as it does not mandate further research on GMOs International Affairs account in the FY 2011 Budget - NETWORK supports the President's request for an increase in funding for support of vulnerable populations. United Nations' Arms Trade Treaty - NETWORK supports the treaty and encourages ambitious US leadership. Afghan National reconciliations talks - NETWORK supports talks between the President and the President of Afghanistan Civil Engagement and Development - NETWORK strongly supports this approach over military engagement
HR 4213 - American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 - NETWORK supports: - CTC, EITC, full income tax rate on carried interest and elimination of C-corporation loopholes - Extension of unemployment benefits, COBRA assistance, extension of TANF Emergency Fund, capitalization of NHTF S 3533 Responsible Estate Tax - NETWORK strongly supports this bill to reinstate a strong estate tax Extension of 2001 and 2003 Tax benefits - NETWORK supports an extension of the "middle class" tax cuts, and strongly opposes extension of tax benefits to those making over $200,000 per year.
Global Food Security Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H. Res. 278 - Global Security Priorities Resolution - NETWORK strongly supports this and other resolutions and acts which reduce the presence of nuclear weapons, globally. S 384 - Global Food Security Act - NETWORK supports this act, as long as it does not mandate further research on GMOs International Affairs account in the FY 2011 Budget - NETWORK supports the President's request for an increase in funding for support of vulnerable populations. United Nations' Arms Trade Treaty - NETWORK supports the treaty and encourages ambitious US leadership. Afghan National reconciliations talks - NETWORK supports talks between the President and the President of Afghanistan Civil Engagement and Development - NETWORK strongly supports this approach over military engagement
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2010
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act SB 1070 - Enforcement of Immigration Laws - NETWORK opposes this legislation HR 2414 - Ag Jobs - NETWORK supports this legislation
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2010
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act SB 1070 - Enforcement of Immigration Laws - NETWORK opposes this legislation HR 2414 - Ag Jobs - NETWORK supports this legislation
American Middle Class Tax (AMT) Relief Act of 2007
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Comprehensive and compassionate healthcare for all, as a moral imperative - support H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - support H.R. 3962 Affordable Health Care for America Act - support H.R. 3590 and H.R.3962 -support the following: - employer responsibility framework - completing reform, rather than starting over H.R. 4872 Healthcare Reconciliation Bill - support passage
Superfund Polluter Pays Act
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Comprehensive and compassionate healthcare for all, as a moral imperative - support H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - support H.R. 3962 Affordable Health Care for America Act - support H.R. 3590 and H.R.3962 -support the following: - employer responsibility framework - completing reform, rather than starting over H.R. 4872 Healthcare Reconciliation Bill - support passage
To suspend temporarily the duty on 1-Amino-2,6-dimethylbenzene.
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
Comprehensive and compassionate healthcare for all, as a moral imperative - support H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - support H.R. 3962 Affordable Health Care for America Act - support H.R. 3590 and H.R.3962 -support the following: - employer responsibility framework - completing reform, rather than starting over H.R. 4872 Healthcare Reconciliation Bill - support passage
To establish a national commission on presidential war powers and civil liberties.
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H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
To establish a national commission on presidential war powers and civil liberties.
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H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
To establish a national commission on presidential war powers and civil liberties.
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
H.R.2709/S.1085: Reuniting Families Act - NETWORK strongly supports legislation which protects the unity of families in immigration cases, and opposes the fighting of "culture wars" in the context of immigration. S. 729/H.R. 1751: Dream Act - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the Dream Act. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. NETWORK supports policies and rules which would protect people from from immigration enforcement during an emergency situation.
Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
Coup in Honduras - NETWORK opposes the violence and human rights violations taking place in Honduras. S.229/H.R.2214: Afghan Women Empowerment Act - NETWORK strongly supports the empowerment of women through our promoting education and jobs. U.S. relations with Mexico - NETWORK strongly believes in cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico to combat drug and crime violence. We hold that the U.S. must work to reduce the desire for drugs in this nation and to stop the flow of weapons to Mexico from our corporations through third hand handlers. We have a responsibility to support programs to strengthen the rule of law in Mexico and support alternative development programs.
Latin America Military Training Review Act
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United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women - Support Targeting of Guatemalan trade unionists - Oppose H.R. 2567 - Latin America Military Training Review Act - Support the study, and cessation of courses until the study is complete.
H.R.2709/S.1085: Reuniting Families Act - NETWORK strongly supports legislation which protects the unity of families in immigration cases, and opposes the fighting of "culture wars" in the context of immigration. S. 729/H.R. 1751: Dream Act - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the Dream Act. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. NETWORK supports policies and rules which would protect people from from immigration enforcement during an emergency situation.
America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009
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HR 3200 "America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009" Rush Amdt. on protecting children in the CHIP program S. "Americas Healthy Future Act of 2009" - - ensure legal immigrants equal access to subsidies and eliminate five-year waiting period for access to Medicaid. - expand Medicaid eligibility to at least 133% of federal poverty level. Funding sources for Healthcare - Apply Medicare Tax to un-earned, as well as earned, income. Health care Reform - get it done - support Role of Inter-Faith Community on Health Care Reform - support there being a role
Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
HR 2892 "Homeland Security Appropriations Act" - support Section 571 of the Senate Passed version HR 3531 "Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act" - support S 1549 "Protect Citizens from Unlawful Dentention Act" - support S 1478 "Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act" - support Include Legal Immigrants in Healthcare Reform measures which will make insurance affordable: - eliminate the five-year bar on legal immigrants being eligible for Medicaid - support the eligibility of lefal immigrants for subsidies that asist themin purchasing health care insurance, particularly mixed-status families.
Armed Forces Breast Cancer Research Act
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H.R. 2454 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support a stron pubic option, expansion of Medicaid, prhibit exclusions, provide subsidies for those in need, cover all children H.R. 3926 Affordable Health Care for America Act - Support widespread coverage, affordability, stronger Medicare Amend # 2790 - H.R. 3590 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support Sen. Casey's Children's Health amendment H.R. 3590 - Support specific aborthion language, remove assured availability, prohibit discrimination against all health care providers, include conscience clause H.R. 3590 - Support Sen. Casey's alternative abortion language
Iraqi Refugee and Internally Displaced Persons Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement, and Security Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
Iraqi Refugee and Internally Displaced Persons Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement, and Security Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
Iraqi Refugee and Internally Displaced Persons Humanitarian Assistance, Resettlement, and Security Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
H.R.2709/S.1085: Reuniting Families Act - NETWORK strongly supports legislation which protects the unity of families in immigration cases, and opposes the fighting of "culture wars" in the context of immigration. S. 729/H.R. 1751: Dream Act - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the Dream Act. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. NETWORK supports policies and rules which would protect people from from immigration enforcement during an emergency situation.
Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
HR 2892 "Homeland Security Appropriations Act" - support Section 571 of the Senate Passed version HR 3531 "Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act" - support S 1549 "Protect Citizens from Unlawful Dentention Act" - support S 1478 "Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act" - support Include Legal Immigrants in Healthcare Reform measures which will make insurance affordable: - eliminate the five-year bar on legal immigrants being eligible for Medicaid - support the eligibility of lefal immigrants for subsidies that asist themin purchasing health care insurance, particularly mixed-status families.
Protect Citizens and Residents from Unlawful Detention Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
HR 2892 "Homeland Security Appropriations Act" - support Section 571 of the Senate Passed version HR 3531 "Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act" - support S 1549 "Protect Citizens from Unlawful Dentention Act" - support S 1478 "Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act" - support Include Legal Immigrants in Healthcare Reform measures which will make insurance affordable: - eliminate the five-year bar on legal immigrants being eligible for Medicaid - support the eligibility of lefal immigrants for subsidies that asist themin purchasing health care insurance, particularly mixed-status families.
Afghan Women Empowerment Act of 2009
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
Coup in Honduras - NETWORK opposes the violence and human rights violations taking place in Honduras. S.229/H.R.2214: Afghan Women Empowerment Act - NETWORK strongly supports the empowerment of women through our promoting education and jobs. U.S. relations with Mexico - NETWORK strongly believes in cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico to combat drug and crime violence. We hold that the U.S. must work to reduce the desire for drugs in this nation and to stop the flow of weapons to Mexico from our corporations through third hand handlers. We have a responsibility to support programs to strengthen the rule of law in Mexico and support alternative development programs.
National Criminal Justice Commission Act of 2010
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
Section 287(g), Immigration and Nationality Act; Delegation of Immigration Authority - oppose use and expansion of this power. S 714 "National Criminal Justice Commission Act of 2009" - support
H.R.2709/S.1085: Reuniting Families Act - NETWORK strongly supports legislation which protects the unity of families in immigration cases, and opposes the fighting of "culture wars" in the context of immigration. S. 729/H.R. 1751: Dream Act - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the Dream Act. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. NETWORK supports policies and rules which would protect people from from immigration enforcement during an emergency situation.
To include B20 biodiesel blends as an alternative fuel for corporate average fuel economy purposes.
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 2454 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support a stron pubic option, expansion of Medicaid, prhibit exclusions, provide subsidies for those in need, cover all children H.R. 3926 Affordable Health Care for America Act - Support widespread coverage, affordability, stronger Medicare Amend # 2790 - H.R. 3590 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support Sen. Casey's Children's Health amendment H.R. 3590 - Support specific aborthion language, remove assured availability, prohibit discrimination against all health care providers, include conscience clause H.R. 3590 - Support Sen. Casey's alternative abortion language
Family Building Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
HR 2892 "Homeland Security Appropriations Act" - support Section 571 of the Senate Passed version HR 3531 "Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act" - support S 1549 "Protect Citizens from Unlawful Dentention Act" - support S 1478 "Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act" - support Include Legal Immigrants in Healthcare Reform measures which will make insurance affordable: - eliminate the five-year bar on legal immigrants being eligible for Medicaid - support the eligibility of lefal immigrants for subsidies that asist themin purchasing health care insurance, particularly mixed-status families.
American Middle Class Tax (AMT) Relief Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 2454 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support a stron pubic option, expansion of Medicaid, prhibit exclusions, provide subsidies for those in need, cover all children H.R. 3926 Affordable Health Care for America Act - Support widespread coverage, affordability, stronger Medicare Amend # 2790 - H.R. 3590 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support Sen. Casey's Children's Health amendment H.R. 3590 - Support specific aborthion language, remove assured availability, prohibit discrimination against all health care providers, include conscience clause H.R. 3590 - Support Sen. Casey's alternative abortion language
To provide discretionary authority to an immigration judge to determine that an alien parent of a United States citizen child should not be ordered removed, deported, or excluded from the United States.
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 4088 Save Act - oppose H.R.1176 Child Citizen Protection Act - Support Strenghtening Communities through English and Integration Act - support
New Diplomatic Offensive for Iraq Act
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Raise awareness of the urgency and the magnitude of the Iraqi refugee crisis. Advocated for increased funding in Foreign Relations. H.R. 3797 New Diplomatic Offensive for Iraq Act - Support Explore the possibility of report language in a supplemental or appropriations bill that would ease the restrictions of sanctions for international NGOs implementing programs in Syria in response to the needs of Iraqi refugees. Support increased funding for the Migration Refugee Assistance (MRA) Account through FY09 appropriations and supplemental bills. Support bilateral funding to the governments of Lebanon, Jordan and Egypt to ease the burden placed on host governments with large refugee populations. Support funding the UNHCR appeal of $261 million for FY08 operations relating to Iraqi refugees in the region. Meet the US target goal of resettling 12,000 refugees this year and consider the possibility of allocating more resources and personnel to expedite the processing of refugees.
Secure America Through Verification and Enforcement Act of 2007
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H.R. 4088 Save Act - oppose H.R.1176 Child Citizen Protection Act - Support Strenghtening Communities through English and Integration Act - support
Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Latin Americans of Japanese Descent Act
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H.R. 662/S.381 Commmission of Wartime Relocation and Internment of Latin Americans of Japanese Descent Act - Support
Jubilee Act for Responsible Lending and Expanded Debt Cancellation of 2008
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Funding of activities in violation of Human Rights of detainees and prisoners - oppose Global AIDS Reauthorization Act of 2008 - support S. 2166 - Jubilee Act for Responsible Lending and Expanded Debt Cancellation - support Advocacy for increased support of Iraqi refugees
Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Latin Americans of Japanese Descent Act
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H.R. 662/S.381 Commmission of Wartime Relocation and Internment of Latin Americans of Japanese Descent Act - Support
Disapproving of the decision of the President announced on January 10, 2007, to deploy more than 20,000 additional United States combat troops to Iraq.
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 1585 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (S.1547, S.1548) - we support Congressional war-making powers ---- NETWORK opposed the "Building Global Partnerships Act of 2007" of the Pentagon S. 574 To express the sense of Congress on Iraq - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 470 To Express the Sense of Congress on Iraq - NETWORK opposed this legislation S. 233 To prohibit use of funds for an escalation of U.S. military forces in Iraq - NETWORK supported this legislation H. Con. Res. 63 Disapproving the decision of the President announced on January 10, 2007, to deploy more than 20,000 additional U.S. combat troops to Iraq
Revising the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2007, establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2008, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2009 through 2012.
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S. Con Res 21 Concurrent Resolution for Budget for U.S. - we supported this legislation H.J. Res. 20 Making Further Continuing Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2007 - we supported this legislation -- Urge Representative not to sign the letter supporting vetos of appropriations requesting more than in the President's budget request H. Con. Res. 99 Revising the Congressional Budget for the US for 2007 - we supported this legislation ------Urging Senators to oppose amendments that cut or restrict domestic services H.R. 3043 Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - NETWORK supports this legislation
Depository Institution Community Development Investments Enhancement Act
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H.R. 2895 National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007 NETWORK work supports passage of this bill and the necessary funding mechanisms H.R. 1066 & S. 2487 Depository Institution Community Development Investments Enhancement Act NETWORK supports passage of these bills
Habeas Corpus Preservation Act
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 1189 The Habeas Corpus Preservation Act - we supported this legislation S. 185 Habeas Corpus Restoration Act of 2007 S. 840 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 H.R. 1678 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 S. 188 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 H.R. 745 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 S. 1257 District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation
Gulf Coast Hurricane Housing Recovery Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 1427 Federal Housing Finance Reform - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1227 To assistain the provision of affordable housing to low-income families affected by Hurricane Katrina - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1851 Section 8 Voucher Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S.1668 Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2536 HOPE VI Green Building and Technical Assistance Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1259 High Performance Building Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2895 To establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund - NETWORK supports this legislation
High-Performance Buildings Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 1427 Federal Housing Finance Reform - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1227 To assistain the provision of affordable housing to low-income families affected by Hurricane Katrina - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1851 Section 8 Voucher Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S.1668 Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2536 HOPE VI Green Building and Technical Assistance Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1259 High Performance Building Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2895 To establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund - NETWORK supports this legislation
Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 3162 Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 1893 Children's Health Insurance - NETWORK opposed this legislation S 3 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation H.R. 4 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation S. 764 Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation H.R.1308 Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation ----- Letter to members of the Senate Finance Committee thanking them for S 1337 Children's Mental Health Parity Act ----- Letter to budget conferees supporting use of tobacco tax increase as a funding source for children's health insurance ----- Letter to Members of Congress stressing the importance of the full $50 billion/5 years funding for SCHIP
Child Support Protection Act of 2007
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S. 803/H.R. 1386 Child Support Protection Act of 2007 NETWORK strongly supports additional administrative funding and strong revisions to child support legislation
S. 1626 Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 910 Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R.1542 Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R.3395 Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation
S. 1639 Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK opposed this legislation S. 1348 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK opposed this legislation H.R. 1645 Security Through Regularized Immigration and a Vibrant Economy - NETWORK supported this legislation S. 340 Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Secuirty (AgJOBS) Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 774 Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 371 Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Secuirty (AgJOBS) Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 2611 ----- Letters to Members of Congress concerning S 1348 - support Menendez-Hagel Amendment - NETWORK supports acts to enhance family unification - Amendment 1178 (Sen. Kerry) - support protection of those seeking assylum - urging support of Sen. Obama's "Sunset" amendment - urging opposition of Imhofe amendment on "English only" - urging a "yes" vote on relief for Iraqi refugees - urging a promotion of the rights of immigrant women and children - support Grassley-Baucus-Obama amendment to Strengthen Enforcement at worksites - support Menendez-Obama-Feingold Amendment to modify the point system to protect families
Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007
Client: NETWORK · Firm: NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
H.R. 1189 The Habeas Corpus Preservation Act - we supported this legislation S. 185 Habeas Corpus Restoration Act of 2007 S. 840 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 H.R. 1678 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 S. 188 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 H.R. 745 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 S. 1257 District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation
Section 8 Voucher Reform Act of 2007
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H.R. 1427 Federal Housing Finance Reform - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1227 To assistain the provision of affordable housing to low-income families affected by Hurricane Katrina - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1851 Section 8 Voucher Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S.1668 Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2536 HOPE VI Green Building and Technical Assistance Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1259 High Performance Building Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2895 To establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund - NETWORK supports this legislation
Briefing on Pope Francis' Joy of the Gospel concerning economic policies. This briefing was intended to promote a change in U.S. budget and taxation policies to support programs and policies for bring people out of poverty.
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural doctors whose costs are considerably higher.
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid payment of taxes on oversea earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013: NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a Social Security number. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two year. Proposes Regulation of 501(c)(4) organizations: NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
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2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. NETWORK supports a permanent and enhanced Earned Income Tax Credit for working families and childless individuals. NETWORK supports a permanent and refundable Child Tax Credit.
NETWORK supports comprehensive immigration reform with a pathway to citizenship. NETWORK strongly supports Pres. Obama's Executive Action providing relief from deportation to immigrants living in America. NETWORK supports spending for and legal protection of unaccompanied children from Central America. NETWORK supports strengthening human rights efforts and funding international institutions that strengthen the rule of law.NETWORK opposes funding for detention centers for immigrant families and suppports the use of alternatives to detention (ATDs).
NETWORK opposes extension of fast track authority unless significantly modified to give Congress more authority over trade issues. NETWORK supports increased environmental and labor protections in the Transpacific Partnership agreement and opposes inclusion of an investment chapter and increased intellectual property protection for pharmaceutical products.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), President of the U.S., SENATE, White House Office
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2014 · third_quarter · Q3
NETWORK supports comprehensive immigration reform and continues to encourage House Leaders to pass legislation. NETWORK supports increased Executive Action by President Obama to expand DACA like protections for undocumented people. NETWORK supports spending for and legal protection of unaccompanied children from Central America. NETWORK opposes efforts to militarize the U.S. and Southern Mexican borders in an attempt to stop the flow of child refugees.from Central America. NETWORK supports increased funding for the Office of Refugee Resettlement to provide increased services to meet increased demand by vulnerable refugees. NETWORK opposes Administration efforts to build new detention facilities in the U.S. to house migrant refugees from Central America.
NETWORK strongly supports the U.S. Treasury's Executive Actions which tighten the rules related to a corporation's ability to engage in the practice of inversions to avoid paying U.S. taxes. Stop Corporate Inversions Act (S. 2360): NETWORK strongly supports Congressional efforts to limit corporations ability to use inversion as a tax avoidance scheme.Child Tax Credit: NETWORK strongly opposes efforts in the House to cut child tax credits to the most vulnerable American families while increasing benefits for better off Americans. Corporate Tax Extenders: NETWORK strongly opposes providing $285 billion worth of corporate tax breaks without offsetting lost revenue as required with increased spending for programs to assist the most vulnerable Americans.
NETWORK supports increasing support for religious minorities in Iraq, particularly increasing humanitarian aid and diplomatic efforts to resolve conflict with ISIS. NETWORK calls for the U.S. Senate to vote on and approve the U.N. Treaty on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities immediately.
NETWORK strongly supports removing seqester cuts for programs aimed at providing assistance to people living in poverty. NETWORK strongly supports increased funding for federal Housing and Urban Development programs. NETWORK strongly supports increased funding for HHS, the Department of State and the Justice Department to support refugee and legal services for children migrating from Central America fleeing persecution and violence.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
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2014 · second_quarter · Q2
S. 2260: The Expire Act: NETWORK opposed this extension of tax benefits to corporations because they are not paid for and they do not provide adequate relief to people living in poverty. HR 4429 and HR 4464: Tax loopholes for corporations. NETWORK opposes these provision because they allow companies to shield taxable income and encourage job loss in the U.S.Renewal of Highway Trust Fund: NETWORK supports renewal of the Highway Trust Fund through responsible tax funds.
NETWORK supports comprehensive immigration reform and worked to press the House Republicans to bring a bill up for a vote. NETWORK supports efforts to make deportations to Mexico safer and more humane. HR 4594: Afghan Allies Protection Act. NETWORK supports providing additional protection to Afghan allies. NETWORK supports spending for and legal protection of unaccompanied children from Central America.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Briefing on Pope Francis' Joy of the Gospel concerning U.S. economic policies. This briefing was intended to promote a change in U.S. budget and taxation policies to support programs and policies for bringing people out of poverty.
S. 1957: Partnership to Build America Act. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would allow corporations to avoid the payment of taxes on overseas earnings. S. 91: The Child Tax Credit Integrity Preservation Act of 2013. NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would deny CTC tax benefits to families that do not have a social security number.Proposed Regulation of 501(c)(4) Organizations. NETWORK opposes this regulation. The regulation would restrict the ability of non-profits to engage in political free speech. Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act (EXPIRE). NETWORK opposes this bill. The bill would extend expiring tax provisions for two years.
S. 84: The Paycheck Fairness Act of 2014. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would provide women an opportunity to secure equal pay for equal work. H.R. 1010/S. 1737: Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. NETWORK strongly supports this bill. The bill would increase the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour.HR 3972/S. l972: Fair Employment Opportunity Act. NETWORK strongly supports these bills. The bills prohibit labor practices that discriminate against those who have been unemployed.
HR 15 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act - NETWORK supports this immigration bill. NETWORK strongly supports Comprehensive Immigration Reform that includes a path to citizenship for those here now, and positively addresses family unity concerns. Safe and Humane Deportation Practices: NETWORK supports efforts to make current deportation practices safer.
S. 2000/HR 4015: SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014. NETWORK supports these bills. The bill would protect doctors who serve Medicare patients from a cut to their payment rate. This is particularly important for rural practicioners whose costs are considerably higher.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
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2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S. 1197, Amendment 2319 - NETWORK strongly opposes this amendment that would reduce the impact of sequestration on Pentagon spending S. 744, Amdt 1268 and S. 1197, Amdt. 2253 - NETWORK strongly supports these amendments that would lower the cap onmaximum allowable compensation paid from government funds to DoD contract employees from $763,029 to $230,700.
NETWORK urges the State Department to speak out against the Dominican Constitutional Court's denying citizenship to four generations of Dominicans of Haitian Descent. NETWORK supports legislation to examine responsibility for unusually high rates of diseases such as cancer among young peoplewho were exposed to the effects of the was in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2013 · third_quarter · Q3
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms; opposes any piecemeal approach to immigration reform NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenHR 2278 Strengthen and Fortify Enforcement (SAFE Act) - NETWORK strongly opposes this legislation that would criminalize presence in the United States, aiding a migrant or refugee and expand the use of indefinite detentionl HR 2131 Supplying Knowledge-based Immigrants and Lifting Levels of the STEM Visas Act, (SKILLS Visa Act), NETWORK strongly opposes this measure as it would eliminate channels for familiy members to lawfully immgrate, deny home countries of their needed talents. HR 3130 Protect Family Values at the Border Act, NETWORK supports this bill that would protect those held in U.S. Customs and Border Protection custody, and ensure families are not needlessly separated
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2013 · second_quarter · Q2
S. 744 - NETWORK strongly supports comprehensive immigration which includes: concern for family unity, a pathway to citizenship for those undocumented, detention reforms NETWORK supports immigration policy which repairs the U.S. asylum system, making it more fair and timely, and recognizing gender-based asylum needs and protections of childrenNETWORK strongly supports legislation that would protect children in the immigration struggle NETWORK strongly supports the following Amendments to S. 744 - Coons 2 - Hirono 23, 1403 - Feinstein 11 & 16 - Blumenthal 10, 7, 13, 17, 18, 1327 - Schumer 5 - Boxer 1240 - Cardin 1294 - Stabenow 1405 NETWORK strongly opposes the following Amendments to S. 744 - Sessions 3, 1334 - Lee - 19, 1208 - Hatch 19, 20 - Grassley 73, 74, 1299 - Rubio 1225 - Cornyn - all - Thune - all - Vitter - all - Cruz - 1320 - Paul 1200 - Fischer 1348 - Wicker 1229
Issues concerning implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
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2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 2 - NETWORK strongly opposes attempts to repeal the Affordable Care Act NETWORK opposes CMS-9995-IFC2, a rule which would deny coverage under the ACE of recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. These young people need access to healthcare for their own safety and for that of their communities.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Justice Program, President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), White House Office
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2012 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 4966, H.R. 5652 Sequester Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would place the burden of reducing the deficit on the backs of persons who can least afford it, we urge Congress to find savings sources other than domestic discretionary programs - and suggests far deeper cuts in defense, rather than increases. Priorities for a Faithful Budget - document presented to legislators -NETWORK strongly supports this approach to spending/revenue H.R.8 - Job Protection and Recession Prevention Act of 2012 - NETWORK seriously opposes the approach of tax cuts to the wealthy as a way to say jobs will be created. History shows that is false. NETWORK strongly urges the House and the Senate to increase revenue, and cut military spending sufficiently to cover the costs of domestic discretionary programs without their being cut. Priority must be given to the most vulnerable populations in federal budget decisions. H.Con.Res 34 - NETWORK strongly and vocally opposes the House passed FY2013 Budget, and any portion of it becoming a part of other legislation, as it would destroy the social safety net dehying the meeting of needs of those on the margins of society, struggling to survive. NETWORK is particularly concerned that Rep. Ryan justifies his destruction of the safety net by Catholic Social Teaching, as it is just the opposite. NETWORK shared great concern about the high rates of unemployment and underemployment, particularly aware of the relationship between cuts in spending (eliminating public sector jobs) and the unemployment rate fluctuations. H.R.15 - Middle Class Tax Cut Act - NETWORK strongly supports this approach to revenue and the support of low- and middle-income members of our communities. Nuns on the Bus and NETWORK strongly oppose the devastating House-passed budget for 2013, as we did for FY2012 budget
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2012 · second_quarter · Q2
The Affordable Care Act - NETWORK strongly opposes any attempts to eliminate, weaken or defund any portion of the Affordable Care Act
H.R.1540 : National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012 - NETWORK strongly opposes the provision to slow troop withdrawal from Afghanistan, and urges resistance to growing militarization of U.S. aid and policy towards Africa. NETWORK strongly urges transparency regarding remotely piloted aircraft, specifically "signature" strikes. NETWORK urges the administration to negotiate a robust, bullet-proof Arms Trade Treaty in July. NETWORK encourages the administration to make a decision on future U.S. landmine policy as soon as possible and to accede to the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Education, Dept of, Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), President of the U.S., SENATE
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2012 · first_quarter · Q1
NETWORK commends the end to combat operations in Afghanistan
NETWORK urges strong action to avert a humanitarian disaster that could include widespread starvation in the border areas of Sudan H.R. 4173 Prevent Iran from Acquiring Nuclear Weapons and Stop War Through Diplomacy Act - NETWORK strongly supports this act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
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2011 · fourth_quarter · Q4
NETWORK strongly urges significant cuts to the nuclear arsenal S. 981/H.R.1540 2012 National Defense Authorization Act - NETWORK opposes the provision which relegates foreigh affairs provisions to the DoD. NETWORK strongly supports significant defense department cuts as a means of reducing the deficit.
S. 1660 Colombia Free Trade Agreement - NETWORK strongly opposes this agreement, as there is not sufficient protection of jobs in either nation, and there is insufficient addressing of issues of violence related to trade unions.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2011 · third_quarter · Q3
NETWORK supports the reduction in Overseas Contingency Operations for Iraq and Afghanistan, however we oppose the bill to bring all troops home by Dec. 2011, as it indicated thousands would be remaining. NETWORK strongly supports significant defense department cuts as a means of reducing the deficit.
NETWORK urges Congress to preserve humanitarian and poverty-focused foreign assisstance from further cuts by the Budget Control Act. NETWORK strongly supports the efforts to close WHINSEC/SOA, encourages the President to do so by executive order
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act HR 2981 - Restoring Protection to Victims of Persecution Act - NETWORK supports and end to the one-year deadline for filing asylum applications, it leads to greater expenditure of resources, pushing more cases into immigration courts. HR 2830, S1301 - Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports increased funds in FY 2013 to combat human trafficking and modern slavery NETWORK opposes any cuts to Migration and Refugee Assistance International Disaster Assistance and Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance at this time when hundreds of thousands are moving in the Horn of Africa, this would have a devastating impact on displaced persons around the world. HR 3531 - HELP Separated Children Act - NETWORK strongly supports this bill which would reform protocols to protect children, families and communities from unintended consequences of immigration enforcement. HR 1932 - Keep Our Communities Safe Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would indefinitely detain thousands of immigrants, including asylum seekers and victims of torture HR 2885 - Legal Workforce Act - NETWORK opposes this bill which would have a devastating impact on the agricultural industry, farmworkers and their families, and rural communities. H.R. 2164 the Legal Workforce Act (E-verify) - NETWORK strongly opposes this bill.
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2011 · second_quarter · Q2
H.H. 1121, H.R. 1315 - NETWORK strongly opposes these bills which would undermine the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
S. 952 - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the DREAM Act NETWORK strongly supports the President's use of executive power to protect families from separation and to defer action for DREAM eligible students, and for librarians NETWORK strongly supports prosecutorial discretion in decisions on deportation and detention of certain undocumented immigrants NETWORK strongly opposes proposals that would legislate away judicial remedies availalbe to immigrants in detention NETWORK supports legislation or administrative actions which would allow eligible family members to apply for unlawful presence waivers from inside the United States.
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2011 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 2 - NETWORK strongly opposes the repeal of the Affordable Care Act FAA Reauthorization - NETWORK strongly opposes any attempt to eliminate funding to the Affordable Care Act
H.R.1 - NETWORK opposes cuts for refugee assistance. This is an issue of national security. H.R. 440 - NETWORK supports this legislation to appoint a special envoy to work on issues of religious minorities in the Middle East.
NETWORK strongly supports Justice for immigrant workers NETWORK stands behind the American Citizenship Clause in the 14th Amendment to the Constitution NETWORK opposes current broad ranging ICE raids. NETWORK supports actions to provide greater safety to all persons in the border area
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2010 · fourth_quarter · Q4
NETWORK met with Rep. Blumenauer and representative of organizations engaged in late-stage planning to work on implementation of healthcare workers requirement on patient meetings.
NETWORK supports extension of refundable taxes and tax cuts to middle class only. NETWORK strongly supports a robust Estate Tax, with levels no lower than those of 2009 NETWORK supports the expiration of the VEETC (Tax Credit)
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act
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2010 · third_quarter · Q3
HR 4213 - American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 - NETWORK supports: - CTC, EITC, full income tax rate on carried interest and elimination of C-corporation loopholes - Extension of unemployment benefits, COBRA assistance, extension of TANF Emergency Fund, capitalization of NHTF S 3533 Responsible Estate Tax - NETWORK strongly supports this bill to reinstate a strong estate tax Extension of 2001 and 2003 Tax benefits - NETWORK supports an extension of the "middle class" tax cuts, and strongly opposes extension of tax benefits to those making over $200,000 per year.
S 3932 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. S 729/HR 1751 - DREAM ACT - NETWORK supports implementation of the DREAM Act SB 1070 - Enforcement of Immigration Laws - NETWORK opposes this legislation HR 2414 - Ag Jobs - NETWORK supports this legislation
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2010 · second_quarter · Q2
NETWORK co-sponsored a briefing on British Petroleum's responsibility in the Gulf Coast Oil disaster. This briefing called for BP and all its subsidiaries to accept all financial responsibility.
National Tax Policy - NETWORK supports tax policy which supports low-income people HR 4213 - American Jobs and Closing Tax Loopholes Act of 2010 - NETWORK supports: - CTC, EITC, full income tax rate on carried interest and elimination of C-corporation loopholes - Extension of unemployment benefits, COBRA assistance, extension of TANF Emergency Fund, capitalization of NHTF ESTATE TAX - NETWORK strongly opposes any weakening of the Estate Tax by either charging a lower percentage, or raising the floor for what is taxable.
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2010 · first_quarter · Q1
The Avena Judgment allowing Mexican nationals to be given consular notification after detention and conviction - support Administration guidance to urge Congress to enact legislation upholding the US obligation to the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations Comprehensive Immigration Reform - support Comprehensive Immigration Reform - ensuring a pathway to citizenship
Iraq - support withdrawal of forces, oppose timeline extension suggested by General Odierno Haiti Debt - support cancellation of Haiti's remaining debt and ensure that any disaster relief assistance be grants, rather than loans
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2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women - Support Targeting of Guatemalan trade unionists - Oppose H.R. 2567 - Latin America Military Training Review Act - Support the study, and cessation of courses until the study is complete.
H.R. 2454 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support a stron pubic option, expansion of Medicaid, prhibit exclusions, provide subsidies for those in need, cover all children H.R. 3926 Affordable Health Care for America Act - Support widespread coverage, affordability, stronger Medicare Amend # 2790 - H.R. 3590 the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - Support Sen. Casey's Children's Health amendment H.R. 3590 - Support specific aborthion language, remove assured availability, prohibit discrimination against all health care providers, include conscience clause H.R. 3590 - Support Sen. Casey's alternative abortion language
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
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2009 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 2647 "FY 2010 Defense Authorization" - oppose funding of F-22 Raptor fighter jets
Section 287(g), Immigration and Nationality Act; Delegation of Immigration Authority - oppose use and expansion of this power. S 714 "National Criminal Justice Commission Act of 2009" - support
HR 2892 "Homeland Security Appropriations Act" - support Section 571 of the Senate Passed version HR 3531 "Humane Enforcement and Legal Protections for Separated Children Act" - support S 1549 "Protect Citizens from Unlawful Dentention Act" - support S 1478 "Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act" - support Include Legal Immigrants in Healthcare Reform measures which will make insurance affordable: - eliminate the five-year bar on legal immigrants being eligible for Medicaid - support the eligibility of lefal immigrants for subsidies that asist themin purchasing health care insurance, particularly mixed-status families.
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2009 · first_quarter · 1A
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
Climate Change: poverty and migration - NETWORK strongly supports mandatory reduction of greenhouse gasses, support of those who are displaced by the effects of Global Warming and acceptance and support of climate change migrants.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
Climate Change: poverty and migration - NETWORK strongly supports mandatory reduction of greenhouse gasses, support of those who are displaced by the effects of Global Warming and acceptance and support of climate change migrants.
H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
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2009 · second_quarter · Q2
Climate Change: poverty and migration - NETWORK strongly supports mandatory reduction of greenhouse gasses, support of those who are displaced by the effects of Global Warming and acceptance and support of climate change migrants. Economics Forum on Energy and Climate - NETWORK supports the efforts of this meeting. H.R.2454: American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (ACESA) - NETWORK commends to Congress for improvements such as targeting jobs to low-income areas.
Coup in Honduras - NETWORK opposes the violence and human rights violations taking place in Honduras. S.229/H.R.2214: Afghan Women Empowerment Act - NETWORK strongly supports the empowerment of women through our promoting education and jobs. U.S. relations with Mexico - NETWORK strongly believes in cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico to combat drug and crime violence. We hold that the U.S. must work to reduce the desire for drugs in this nation and to stop the flow of weapons to Mexico from our corporations through third hand handlers. We have a responsibility to support programs to strengthen the rule of law in Mexico and support alternative development programs.
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2009 · first_quarter · Q1
Nomination of Eric Holder - NETWORK strongly supports this nomination
Climate Change: poverty and migration - NETWORK strongly supports mandatory reduction of greenhouse gasses, support of those who are displaced by the effects of Global Warming and acceptance and support of climate change migrants.
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
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2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
NETWORK opposes raids, particularly those which separate families NETWORK strongly objects to the harsh treatment of immigrants, including those here legally, by officials NETWORK supports Comprehensive Immigration Reform
NETWORK supports a New Roadmap for U.S. engagement with the world - long-term diplomacy - development and conflict prevention -expansion of civilian-led capacities NETWORK supports a Global Summit to reform the international financial system NETWORK supports a revision of principles needed to support financial institutions glaobally - end market fundamentalism - curtail the power of the IMF, World BAnk and WTO - regulate effectively
Filing targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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2008 · second_quarter · Q2
Funding of activities in violation of Human Rights of detainees and prisoners - oppose Global AIDS Reauthorization Act of 2008 - support S. 2166 - Jubilee Act for Responsible Lending and Expanded Debt Cancellation - support Advocacy for increased support of Iraqi refugees
H.R. 4088 Save Act - oppose H.R.1176 Child Citizen Protection Act - Support Strenghtening Communities through English and Integration Act - support
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2008 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 662/S.381 Commmission of Wartime Relocation and Internment of Latin Americans of Japanese Descent Act - Support
Raise awareness of the urgency and the magnitude of the Iraqi refugee crisis. Advocated for increased funding in Foreign Relations. H.R. 3797 New Diplomatic Offensive for Iraq Act - Support Explore the possibility of report language in a supplemental or appropriations bill that would ease the restrictions of sanctions for international NGOs implementing programs in Syria in response to the needs of Iraqi refugees. Support increased funding for the Migration Refugee Assistance (MRA) Account through FY09 appropriations and supplemental bills. Support bilateral funding to the governments of Lebanon, Jordan and Egypt to ease the burden placed on host governments with large refugee populations. Support funding the UNHCR appeal of $261 million for FY08 operations relating to Iraqi refugees in the region. Meet the US target goal of resettling 12,000 refugees this year and consider the possibility of allocating more resources and personnel to expedite the processing of refugees.
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2007 · year_end · YY
H.R.2419 Farm Bill - NAFTA's effects evaluated, Defense of Food Sovereignty and the Revitalization of Rural Mexico NETWORK strongly supports controls in international trade which will not allow our exports to jeopardize the food sovereignty of any nation.
H.R. 2419 Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007 NETWORK worked for inclusion of the following two amendments, which were not accepted: Lugar-Lautenberg Farm Ranch Equity Stewardship and Health (FRESH) amendment Dorgan-Grassley Payment Limitation amendment
H.R. 3043 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 NETWORK opposed any cuts to human needs programs such as LIHEAP, Child Care, ... H.R. 2764 - Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs Appropriations Act, 2008 NETWORK supported additional funding for reconstruction in Iraq
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2007 · mid_year · MM
S. 1639 Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK opposed this legislation S. 1348 Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK opposed this legislation H.R. 1645 Security Through Regularized Immigration and a Vibrant Economy - NETWORK supported this legislation S. 340 Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Secuirty (AgJOBS) Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 774 Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 371 Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Secuirty (AgJOBS) Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 2611 ----- Letters to Members of Congress concerning S 1348 - support Menendez-Hagel Amendment - NETWORK supports acts to enhance family unification - Amendment 1178 (Sen. Kerry) - support protection of those seeking assylum - urging support of Sen. Obama's "Sunset" amendment - urging opposition of Imhofe amendment on "English only" - urging a "yes" vote on relief for Iraqi refugees - urging a promotion of the rights of immigrant women and children - support Grassley-Baucus-Obama amendment to Strengthen Enforcement at worksites - support Menendez-Obama-Feingold Amendment to modify the point system to protect families
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2006 · year_end · YY
H.R. 5631, Appropriations for the Department of Defense, support the Biden Amendment for no permanent bases in Iraq. Also, gratitude was expressed to members who supported the Feingold Amendment to withdraw troops within six month - even though it did not pass. FY2007 Budget, oppose tax cuts to the wealthiest families in the nation, which harm programs for those with the least economic power. FY2007 Budget, oppose elimination of the SIPP funds, as this is a major source of data on poverty and income. S. 2590, Urging Sen. Frist to bring the "Federal Funding and Accountability and Transparency Act" to the floor H.R. 5647, Labor/HHS/Education, oppose cuts which impact social service: education and other children's needs S. 3708, Labor/HHS/Education, favor Specter/Harkin Amendment H.R. 5441, Reject the King Amendment
Estate Tax, lobby in opposition to elimination of, or any significant reduction to, the Estate Tax
NETWORK via NETWORK LOBBY FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL JUSTICE
2005 · year_end · YY
Filing targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
NETWORK continues to support implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, opposes any bill directed at defunding or postponing implementation of the ACA.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), President of the U.S., SENATE
NETWORK expressed gratitude to the President for his funding support of Pathways Back to Work.
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), President of the U.S., SENATE
International Affairs Budget - NETWORK strongly opposes additional cuts in sequestration or deficit reduction plans, on top of the 15% cuts over the last two years. This budget is such a small amount it would not be of help to deficit reduction, and would contribute to further destabilization of volatile regious critical to US interests.
Supreme Court Brief supporting U of T at Austin in Abigail Noel Fisher v. U of T, Austin - NETWORK strongly supports the University of Texas in this case H.R.4271/S.1925 - Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act - NETWORK strongly supports the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women(VAWA) Act, inclusive of protection of women on Native American Reservations.
HR 5749 - The Arms Sales Responsibility Act -. NETWORK strongly supports this bill which curtails the sale of weapons which may, in any way lead to them getting to enemy hands.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
Filing targets: Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Justice Program, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
NETWORK supports the reduction in Overseas Contingency Operations for Iraq and Afghanistan NETWORK strongly supports a sizeable and sustained reduction in forces from Afghanistan, allowing for a near end to that war supporting H.R. 1735 Bring the Troops Home
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA), White House Office
START II - NETWORK strongly supports Congress acceptance of the START II treaty to further reduce our nuclear weapons stockpile. NETWORK supports additional foreign assistance provided for Iraqi Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons. H.Con Res 28 - NETWORK supports the withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan H.R. 1 - NETWORK opposes the lack of cuts to the Pentagon budget
NETWORK opposes the indiscriminant raids taking place in Washington and Michigan, separating families NETWORK opposes the restoration of deportation of refugees to Haiti while the situation there is still so desparate.
H.R. 1 - NETWORK opposes aspects of this bill which would deny the continuation of Medicaid and the Children's Health Care as supported in the Affordable Care Act
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA), White House Office
START II - NETWORK strongly supports Congress acceptance of the START II treaty to further reduce our nuclear weapons stockpile. NETWORK supports additional foreign assistance provided for Iraqi Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
NETWORK strongly supports protection of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, as a moral issue, urging formal wilderness designation for this sacred place.
HR 5297 - Small Business Jobs and Credit Act of 2010 - NETWORK opposes an amendment which would cut funds from preventive health care.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Pub.L. 111-148 - The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - NETWORK worked diligently in support of this legislation to reform health care in the United States. Pregnant Women Support Act - NETWORK supports any of the acts which provides women health care and other supports throughou Pregnant Women Support Act - NETWORK supports any of the acts which provides women health care and other supports throughout pregnancy and following birth of a child.
H. Res. 278 - Global Security Priorities Resolution - NETWORK strongly supports this and other resolutions and acts which reduce the presence of nuclear weapons, globally. S 384 - Global Food Security Act - NETWORK supports this act, as long as it does not mandate further research on GMOs International Affairs account in the FY 2011 Budget - NETWORK supports the President's request for an increase in funding for support of vulnerable populations. United Nations' Arms Trade Treaty - NETWORK supports the treaty and encourages ambitious US leadership. Afghan National reconciliations talks - NETWORK supports talks between the President and the President of Afghanistan Civil Engagement and Development - NETWORK strongly supports this approach over military engagement
Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK continues to work diligently on a plan for comprehensive immigration reform. Health care for newly legalized immigrants - NETWORK supports newly legalized immigrants ability to receive healthcare, purchase insurance, ... National Gaurd Troops to the U.S.-Mexico border - NETWORK strongly opposes the militarization of the border.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discretionary Spending Cap: - Include military/defense (All Pentagon spending) in any spending freeze - support - Keep any domestic discretionary cap no lower than that proposed by the President Budget Priorities - Support cuts to weapons systems to increase funding for human needs Fiscal Commission - Concerns about the makeup of the group, support - protection of human needs programs, - emphasis on role of increased revenue in lowering the deficit
Comprehensive and compassionate healthcare for all, as a moral imperative - support H.R. 3590 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - support H.R. 3962 Affordable Health Care for America Act - support H.R. 3590 and H.R.3962 -support the following: - employer responsibility framework - completing reform, rather than starting over H.R. 4872 Healthcare Reconciliation Bill - support passage
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S.
Peace in Sudan - support U.S. Economic Sanctions on Iran (Iran Refined Petroleum Sanctions Act) - support
HR 3200 "America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009" Rush Amdt. on protecting children in the CHIP program S. "Americas Healthy Future Act of 2009" - - ensure legal immigrants equal access to subsidies and eliminate five-year waiting period for access to Medicaid. - expand Medicaid eligibility to at least 133% of federal poverty level. Funding sources for Healthcare - Apply Medicare Tax to un-earned, as well as earned, income. Health care Reform - get it done - support Role of Inter-Faith Community on Health Care Reform - support there being a role
Filing targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, President of the U.S., SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
Nomination of Eric Holder - NETWORK strongly supports this nomination
Close Guantanamo - NETWORK strongly opposes facilities such as the "prison" at Guantanamo, where persons suspected on possible acts against the United States are held in ways which do not honor their dignity as created in the image of God, and who are disallowed what would be expected civil rights in the United States.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), President of the U.S., SENATE
Close Guantanamo - NETWORK strongly opposes facilities such as the "prison" at Guantanamo, where persons suspected on possible acts against the United States are held in ways which do not honor their dignity as created in the image of God, and who are disallowed what would be expected civil rights in the United States.
H.R. 578 - NETWORK supports this bill to increase assistance to countries accepting refugees from Iraq, and to facilitate resettlement of Iraqis at risk. Development in Iraq - NETWORK strongly supports protection of vulnerable Iraqis by allowing civilian agencies to take the lead (over the military) in coordinating humanitarian development strategies.
Nomination of Eric Holder - NETWORK strongly supports this nomination
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), President of the U.S., SENATE
H.R.2709/S.1085: Reuniting Families Act - NETWORK strongly supports legislation which protects the unity of families in immigration cases, and opposes the fighting of "culture wars" in the context of immigration. S. 729/H.R. 1751: Dream Act - NETWORK strongly supports passage of the Dream Act. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. NETWORK supports policies and rules which would protect people from from immigration enforcement during an emergency situation.
Appropriations, FY2010 - NETWORK strongly opposes further funding of the F-22 H.R.2346: Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2009 - NETWORK supports actions to remove the military from diplomacy/ development work, demands accounting for all funds in the Commanders Emergency Response Program (CERP)
Filing targets: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Office of Faith-Based & Community Initiatives, President of the U.S., SENATE
H.R. 104 - NETWORK suports the ceation of an independent commission to investigate detainee treatment and interrogation policy No-Match Regulation - NETWORK opposes the use, by DHS, of Social Security "no-match" letters. H2B Regulation - NETWORK opposes the implementation of regulations implemented by the Bush administration, as they increase abuses of workers. Comprehensive Immigration Reform - NETWORK supports comprehensie immigration reform: humane enforcement, preserving family unity and a process toward citizenship, and addressing the root causes (in trade practices) of migration. H-2A - NETWORK supports stopping the regulation changes to the Guest Worker Program as designed by the previous administration, as they resulted in worker abuse.
Close Guantanamo - NETWORK strongly opposes facilities such as the "prison" at Guantanamo, where persons suspected on possible acts against the United States are held in ways which do not honor their dignity as created in the image of God, and who are disallowed what would be expected civil rights in the United States.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), President of the U.S., SENATE
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, President of the U.S., SENATE
H.R. 2895 National Affordable Housing Trust Fund Act of 2007 NETWORK work supports passage of this bill and the necessary funding mechanisms H.R. 1066 & S. 2487 Depository Institution Community Development Investments Enhancement Act NETWORK supports passage of these bills
S. 1200 Indian Healthcare Improvement Act NETWORK supports a strong re-authorization and expansion of this
S. 803/H.R. 1386 Child Support Protection Act of 2007 NETWORK strongly supports additional administrative funding and strong revisions to child support legislation
S. 1843 Fair Pay Restoration Act NETWORK supports passage of this bill
Amendment No. 3017 to Department of Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 - [S.1548.PCS] - NETWORK opposed this amendment
H.R. 3176 SCHIP Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2007 NETWORK strongly supports expansion and re-authorization of this bill S. 1364 Healthy Kids Act of 2007 to extend and expand SCHIP NETWORK supportss this bill
S. 1984 Immigration Enforcement and Border Security Act NETWORK strongly opposes any enforcement-only bill Medical Care in Detention Facilities - NETWORK urges the House and the Senate to condemn inhomane conditions and treatment of asylum seekers and other immigrants in detntion facilities.
H.R. 2834 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat income received by partners for performing investment management services as ordinary income received for the performance of services. NETWORK supports the close of tax loopholes for "carried interest"
Filing targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 1938 Hunger-Free Communities Act of 2007 - we support this legislation S. 1172 Hunger-Free Communities Act of 2007 - we support this legislation H.R.3161 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - NETWORK supports this legislation Strengthen the Food Stamp Program, WIC and Emergency Food Programs - we support this Privatization of Food Stamp Administration - we oppose this H.R. 2419 Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy - we oppose this bill, due to including new money rather than making farm subsidies more fair - focusing subsidies to farms most in need H.R. 2129 Feeding America's Families Act - we support this legislaton H.R. 271 Agricultural Job Opportunities - we support this legislaton
H.R. 976 Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2007 - NETWORK is monitoring the progress and the provisions in this legislation ----- Letter to Members of Congress urging extension and expansion of the Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit ----- Letter to Senators Baucus and Grassley urging inclusion of low and moderate-income student for receipt of tax credits
H.R. 1585 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (S.1547, S.1548) - we support Congressional war-making powers ---- NETWORK opposed the "Building Global Partnerships Act of 2007" of the Pentagon S. 574 To express the sense of Congress on Iraq - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 470 To Express the Sense of Congress on Iraq - NETWORK opposed this legislation S. 233 To prohibit use of funds for an escalation of U.S. military forces in Iraq - NETWORK supported this legislation H. Con. Res. 63 Disapproving the decision of the President announced on January 10, 2007, to deploy more than 20,000 additional U.S. combat troops to Iraq
S 1550 Department of Energy National Security Act for Fiscal Year 2008 - NETWORK opposes the Reliable Replacement Warhead H.R. 6 To reduce our Nation's dependency on foreign oil by investing in clean, renewable, and alterhative energy resources... - NETWORK supported this legislation
S. Con Res 21 Concurrent Resolution for Budget for U.S. - we supported this legislation H.J. Res. 20 Making Further Continuing Appropriations for Fiscal Year 2007 - we supported this legislation -- Urge Representative not to sign the letter supporting vetos of appropriations requesting more than in the President's budget request H. Con. Res. 99 Revising the Congressional Budget for the US for 2007 - we supported this legislation ------Urging Senators to oppose amendments that cut or restrict domestic services H.R. 3043 Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2008 - NETWORK supports this legislation
H.R. 3162 Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 1893 Children's Health Insurance - NETWORK opposed this legislation S 3 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation H.R. 4 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation S. 764 Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation H.R.1308 Legal Immigrant Children's Health Improvement Act of 2007 - Network supported this legislation ----- Letter to members of the Senate Finance Committee thanking them for S 1337 Children's Mental Health Parity Act ----- Letter to budget conferees supporting use of tobacco tax increase as a funding source for children's health insurance ----- Letter to Members of Congress stressing the importance of the full $50 billion/5 years funding for SCHIP
H.R. 1189 The Habeas Corpus Preservation Act - we supported this legislation S. 185 Habeas Corpus Restoration Act of 2007 S. 840 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 H.R. 1678 Torture Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2007 S. 188 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 H.R. 745 To revise the short title of the Fannie Lou Hamer, Rosa Parks, and Coretta Scott King Voting Rights Act Reauthorization and Amendments Act of 2006 S. 1257 District of Columbia House Voting Rights Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation
H.R. 2956 Responsible Redeployment from Iraq Act - NETWORK opposes this legislation H.R. 1591 Making emergency supplemental appropriations for the Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2007 - NETWORK supported this legislation H.AMDT.378 to H.R.2764 An amendment to prohibit use of funds for programs at the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation located at Fort Benning, Georgia - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 654 End Cuba Travel Ban - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 213 Establishment of a UN Emergency Peace Service - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1 Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation ----- Request to President Bush to Act on Israeli-Palestinian conflict ----- Statement to President Bush opposing the new Iraq escalation strategy ----- Letter to Representatives thanking them for diplomacy with Syria, encouraging Congress to push Administration to engage Iran in diplomacy ----- Letter to President Bush requesting that he heed the advice of Pope Benedict XVI ----- Letter to Secretary of State Rice urging affirmative U.S. engagement to end genocide in Darfur ----- Letter to Members of Congress encouraging them to pass
----- Letter to Members of House and Senate Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies - NETWORK supports funding the Survey of Income and Program Participation HR 2608, the Extension for Elderly and Disabled Refugees Act - NETWORK supports this legislation
H.R. 2 Increase the Federal minimum wage - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 2 Increase the Federal minimum wage - NETWORK supports this legislation
H.R. 1427 Federal Housing Finance Reform - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1227 To assistain the provision of affordable housing to low-income families affected by Hurricane Katrina - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1851 Section 8 Voucher Reform Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation S.1668 Gulf Coast Housing Recovery Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2536 HOPE VI Green Building and Technical Assistance Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 1259 High Performance Building Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 2895 To establish the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund - NETWORK supports this legislation
H. RES. 587 Expressing the sense of the House of the Representatives that legislation to renew or grant fast track trade negotiating authority should not be considered by the House of Representatives in the 110th Congress - NETWORK supports this resolution S. RES. 279 Expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the 125th anniversary of the 1882 Treaty of Peace, Amity, Commerce and Navigation between the Kingdom of Chosun (Korea ) and the United States - NETWORK opposes the following section "the Free Trade Agreement between the United States of America and the Republic of Korea , done at Washington June 30, 2007, highlights the vibrancy and diversity of the common interests of the United States and the Republic of Korea and should be fully implemented by both countries;" as it opposes a free-trade agreement with Korea.
H.R. 5 To amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to reduce interest rates for student borrowers - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R.2669 College Cost Reduction Act of 2007 - NETWORK supported this legislation
S. 1626 Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 910 Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R.1542 Healthy Families Act - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R.3395 Responsible Fatherhood and Healthy Families Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation
H.R. 1538 To amend title 10, U.S.Code, to improve the management of medical care,... - NETWORK supports this legislation S. 3 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 4 Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation H.R. 3162 Children's Health and Medicare Protection Act of 2007 - NETWORK supports this legislation ----- Letter to President Bush detailing plan to stop global aids
Filing targets: Bureau of the Census, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
"Sunset Commissions", opposition to these commissions, particularly because of their threats to those who rely on Medicaid, Medicare, and SCHIP. Funding Accountability and Transparency Act, endorsing this act "Bennett Amendment", opposition to this amendment
Supplemental Spending Bill, urging that Gulf Coast housing and levee funding be kept in the spending bill
NETWORK continues work with House members in the development of a Briefing on International Trade and Investment, to be presenting March 13, 2007.
"Complex 2030", oppose any expansions of weapons systems
"Health Care Choice Act", urging opposition to this Act "Campaign for Children's Health Care", urging support for this bill AmeriCare Healthcare Act of 2006, Network supports this act. Medicare and Medicaid Services for children in foster care???? TMA Program extension, lobbying in favor of this. Medicaid budget, urging a fix to technical errors in the '06 budget bill, negatively affecting beneficiaries
"English only" urge opposition to this movement "Anti-Predatory Lending", urge House work on a comprehensive approach to this. Voting Rights Act, Thank you to Sen. Sensenbrenner for introducing and sponsoring the Voting Rights Act of 2006
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006, oppose Ensign Amendment Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006, support Sen. Feinstein "Orange Card" Amendment H.R. 6061, "Secure Fence Act of 2006", urging opposition to the Act. "Dream Act", support of this act King Amendment to the Homeland Security Appropriations bill, oppose the amendment in the House, do not add a similar amendment in the Senate Comprehensive Immigration Reform, urge inclusion of language to support asylum Immigration Reform, urging compassionate measures
Minimum Wage, advocating in favor of the Kennedy Amendment for a "clean" minimum wage increase, without tax break offsets
LIHEAP, advocating for additional money for the Low Income Home Eneergy Assistance Program TANF reauthorization, urging just legislation in the reauthorization of TANF Poverty, "Covenant for a New America", advocating for the needs of those with the least economic power.
Defense Authorization Bill, urge troop withdrawal H.R. 861, Iraq War Debate, oppose the call for 17 hours of debate Biden Amendment, support of the amendment to prohibit funding for any permanent bases in Iraq Iran, Urging the President to use diplomacy with Iran Economic Development in Iraq, urge shifting funds in the Emergency Supplemental from military to Economic Development
"Access to Local Foods and School Gardens," Section 122 of Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act, Support for this bill Hunger Free Communities Act, lobby to move this bill toward passage
"SSI", urging Senator Gordon Smith to take leadership on the SSI Extension for Elderly and Disabled Refugees Act.
Economic Development in Iraq, Network is working with members of congress to increase funding for the economic development in Iraq by shifting funds in the Emergency Supplemental from military to Economic Development. Military Assistance to Indonesia, oppose military assistance to Indonesia Department of State: Stop encouraging involvement of Guatemalan military in policing actions
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)