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S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.3914: Immigrant Detainee Legal Rights Act. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, expedited removal processes, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
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HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST via HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
S.Res.384: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, resulting humanitarian and development challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis. Increased State Department appropriations for Syrian refugees and increased support for border nations hosting refugees.Expansion of U.S. sanctions against Russia to include those providing material support for the Syrian regime. Support for LGBT rights in Russia, including the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law. Support for LGBT rights in Uganda Support for LGBT rights in Nigeria Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom, and promoting democracy. Denial of certification that Egypt is making progress towards democratic transition, in light of extensive human rights violations Increase U.S. bilateral and multilateral support for democratic transition in Tunisia in light of the passage of Tunisia's new constitution. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses. Support for congressional adoption of prisoners of conscience and human rights defenders to advocate for their release and highlight the importance of human rights protections. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Promoting U.S. global leadership on human rights in State Department appropriations. Promoting U.S. leadership in ending conflict in Syria. Promote democracy and human rights in policy towards Gulf region. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Russia. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Hungary.
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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, resulting humanitarian and development challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis.
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.Res.384: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate concerning the humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries, resulting humanitarian and development challenges, and the urgent need for a political solution to the crisis. Increased State Department appropriations for Syrian refugees and increased support for border nations hosting refugees.Expansion of U.S. sanctions against Russia to include those providing material support for the Syrian regime. Support for LGBT rights in Russia, including the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law. Support for LGBT rights in Uganda Support for LGBT rights in Nigeria Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom, and promoting democracy. Denial of certification that Egypt is making progress towards democratic transition, in light of extensive human rights violations Increase U.S. bilateral and multilateral support for democratic transition in Tunisia in light of the passage of Tunisia's new constitution. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses. Support for congressional adoption of prisoners of conscience and human rights defenders to advocate for their release and highlight the importance of human rights protections. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Promoting U.S. global leadership on human rights in State Department appropriations. Promoting U.S. leadership in ending conflict in Syria. Promote democracy and human rights in policy towards Gulf region. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Russia. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Hungary.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.3914: Immigrant Detainee Legal Rights Act. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, expedited removal processes, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisionsH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisions H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013. Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. (Specifically in reference to the DOD-Rosoboronexport contract.)S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Designating sanctions for companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Issuing public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders. S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy. Policy in Egypt focused on enhancing U.S embassy engagement with civil society to help build institutions that promote the rule of law and protect womens rights, religious tolerance, freedom of expression and association, and telecommunications reform. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. Nomination for Secretary of State. Nomination for Secretary of Defense. Nomination for Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict.S.1933 - A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons responsible for gross violations of internationally recognized human rights, and for other purposes. S.1197: National Defense Authorization Act for the 2014 Fiscal Year SEC. 1233. Prohibition on use of funds to enter into contracts or agreements with Rosoboronexport Access to protection for Syrian refugees. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in Syria. Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. Promoting U.S. role in opposing restrictions on foreign funding for NGOs in Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law, and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws, and to ensure protection from violence for Russian citizens. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners, and to promote alternative plans for U.S. security if violence intensifies. Confirmation of Sarah Sewall for Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Confirmation of Jeh Johnson for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas for Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses.
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. S.960 Syria Transition Support ActAdvocated for appropriate conditions to be attached to economic assistance to Egypt to promote the implementation of policies to protect freedom of expression and association. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. State Department personnel transitions U.S. policy on Indonesia relating to torture and counterterrorism U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy.
Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict.S.1933 - A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons responsible for gross violations of internationally recognized human rights, and for other purposes. S.1197: National Defense Authorization Act for the 2014 Fiscal Year SEC. 1233. Prohibition on use of funds to enter into contracts or agreements with Rosoboronexport Access to protection for Syrian refugees. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in Syria. Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. Promoting U.S. role in opposing restrictions on foreign funding for NGOs in Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law, and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws, and to ensure protection from violence for Russian citizens. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners, and to promote alternative plans for U.S. security if violence intensifies. Confirmation of Sarah Sewall for Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Confirmation of Jeh Johnson for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas for Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses.
Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport.Access to protection for Syrian refugees. S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Combatting violence targeting LGBT people. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. State Department personnel transitions. Enhanced protections for civil society groups. Addressing increasing antisemitism.
A resolution relative to the death of Howard H. Baker, Jr., former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport.Access to protection for Syrian refugees. S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Combatting violence targeting LGBT people. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. State Department personnel transitions. Enhanced protections for civil society groups. Addressing increasing antisemitism.
A resolution relative to the death of Howard H. Baker, Jr., former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013. Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. (Specifically in reference to the DOD-Rosoboronexport contract.)S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Designating sanctions for companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Issuing public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders. S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy. Policy in Egypt focused on enhancing U.S embassy engagement with civil society to help build institutions that promote the rule of law and protect womens rights, religious tolerance, freedom of expression and association, and telecommunications reform. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. Nomination for Secretary of State. Nomination for Secretary of Defense. Nomination for Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
A resolution relative to the death of Howard H. Baker, Jr., former United States Senator for the State of Tennessee.
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. S.960 Syria Transition Support ActAdvocated for appropriate conditions to be attached to economic assistance to Egypt to promote the implementation of policies to protect freedom of expression and association. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. State Department personnel transitions U.S. policy on Indonesia relating to torture and counterterrorism U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy.
Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013. Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. (Specifically in reference to the DOD-Rosoboronexport contract.)S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Designating sanctions for companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Issuing public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders. S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy. Policy in Egypt focused on enhancing U.S embassy engagement with civil society to help build institutions that promote the rule of law and protect womens rights, religious tolerance, freedom of expression and association, and telecommunications reform. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. Nomination for Secretary of State. Nomination for Secretary of Defense. Nomination for Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict.S.1933 - A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons responsible for gross violations of internationally recognized human rights, and for other purposes. S.1197: National Defense Authorization Act for the 2014 Fiscal Year SEC. 1233. Prohibition on use of funds to enter into contracts or agreements with Rosoboronexport Access to protection for Syrian refugees. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in Syria. Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. Promoting U.S. role in opposing restrictions on foreign funding for NGOs in Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law, and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws, and to ensure protection from violence for Russian citizens. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners, and to promote alternative plans for U.S. security if violence intensifies. Confirmation of Sarah Sewall for Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Confirmation of Jeh Johnson for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas for Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
S.744: Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisionsH.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Seeking changes in appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. H.R.2217: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2014 Deutch-Foster amendment, to eliminate the immigration detention bed mandate Seeking improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Seeking increased protections for LGBTI refugees.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisionsH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisions H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
S. Res. 494: A resolution condemning the government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. H.R. 3671: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012 Sec. 7041. (a) Egypt- (1)(B) Placing restrictions on economic assistance to Egypt, pending implementation of policies to protect freedoms of expression and association. Advocated for phased release of military assistance to Egypt, tied to meeting specified human rights benchmarks S. 1039: To impose sanctions on persons responsible for the detention, abuse, or death of Sergei Magnitsky, for the conspiracy to defraud the Russian Federation of taxes on corporate profits through fraudulent transactions and lawsuits against Hermitage, and for other gross violations of human rights in the Russian Federation, and for other purposes. S.324:1 FY13 State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs Appropriations Bill 22 USC Chapter 39- Arms Export Control Advocated for Egypts ruling military council to cede power to an elected civilian government Presidential Study Directive 10/PSD-10: Creating and implementing an interagency Atrocities Prevention Board Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport Designating sanctions for Rosoboronexport and other companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria Presidential Memorandum --International Initiatives to Advance Human Rights of LGBT persons Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world Pressuring Uganda to end criminalization of homosexuality Advocating for the protection of LGBTI individuals, including refugees, and their rights in Uganda and elsewhere. Instituting public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders Policy in Indonesia, Bahrain, Egypt, Syria, China Addressing Bahrain, Syria, Internet Freedom, and LGBT issues at the U.N. Human Rights Council session in Geneva
Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. 22 USC Chapter 39- Arms Export Control Designating sanctions for Rosoboronexport and other companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. Advancing women's rights and protections in Arab countries S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012 - to expand and apply sanctions globally, not just to Russia Instituting public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders Presidential Memorandum --International Initiatives to Advance Human Rights of LGBT persons H.Con.Res.131: Expressing support for continued international cooperation to combat HIV/AIDS Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world Promoting ban on torture in Tunisia Promoting interest of human rights defenders in Bahrain Protecting human rights defenders in China Policy in Indonesia on religious freedom Addressing Bahrain, Syria, Internet Freedom, and LGBT issues at the U.N. Human Rights Council session in Geneva Policy in Egypt on human rights promotion Pressuring Uganda to end criminalization of homosexuality Advocating for the protection of LGBTI individuals and their rights in Uganda Policy on leverage points in the Gulf and in Saudi Arabia
Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012
Client: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST · Firm: HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
S. Res. 494: A resolution condemning the government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. H.R. 3671: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012 Sec. 7041. (a) Egypt- (1)(B) Placing restrictions on economic assistance to Egypt, pending implementation of policies to protect freedoms of expression and association. Advocated for phased release of military assistance to Egypt, tied to meeting specified human rights benchmarks S. 1039: To impose sanctions on persons responsible for the detention, abuse, or death of Sergei Magnitsky, for the conspiracy to defraud the Russian Federation of taxes on corporate profits through fraudulent transactions and lawsuits against Hermitage, and for other gross violations of human rights in the Russian Federation, and for other purposes. S.324:1 FY13 State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs Appropriations Bill 22 USC Chapter 39- Arms Export Control Advocated for Egypts ruling military council to cede power to an elected civilian government Presidential Study Directive 10/PSD-10: Creating and implementing an interagency Atrocities Prevention Board Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport Designating sanctions for Rosoboronexport and other companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria Presidential Memorandum --International Initiatives to Advance Human Rights of LGBT persons Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world Pressuring Uganda to end criminalization of homosexuality Advocating for the protection of LGBTI individuals, including refugees, and their rights in Uganda and elsewhere. Instituting public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders Policy in Indonesia, Bahrain, Egypt, Syria, China Addressing Bahrain, Syria, Internet Freedom, and LGBT issues at the U.N. Human Rights Council session in Geneva
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.3914: Immigrant Detainee Legal Rights Act. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, expedited removal processes, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
Filing targets: Bureau of Citizenship & Immigration Services (BCIS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST via HUMAN RIGHTS FIRST
2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration CourtH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Title III; Subtitle D--Asylum and Refugee Provisions Title III provisions related to Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, credible fear, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system, access to counsel, immigration courts, Legal Orientation Programs (LOPs), and related issues. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict.S.1933 - A bill to impose sanctions with respect to foreign persons responsible for gross violations of internationally recognized human rights, and for other purposes. S.1197: National Defense Authorization Act for the 2014 Fiscal Year SEC. 1233. Prohibition on use of funds to enter into contracts or agreements with Rosoboronexport Access to protection for Syrian refugees. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in Syria. Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. Promoting U.S. role in opposing restrictions on foreign funding for NGOs in Egypt. Seeking appointment of U.S. ambassador to Egypt. Promoting U.S. leadership in improving respect for human rights in Egypt, with a focus on freedom of expression and religious freedom. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law, and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws, and to ensure protection from violence for Russian citizens. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners, and to promote alternative plans for U.S. security if violence intensifies. Confirmation of Sarah Sewall for Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights. Confirmation of Tom Malinowski for Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor. Confirmation of Jeh Johnson for Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Confirmation of Alejandro Mayorkas for Deputy Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Promoting U.S. role in talks to end conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Implementation of Leahy Law to vet recipients of U.S. foreign military assistance and ban sales to units who have members found to have committed gross human rights abuses.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)
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2013 · third_quarter · Q3
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport.Access to protection for Syrian refugees. S.J.RES.21: Authorization for the Use of Military Force Against the Government of Syria to Respond to Use of Chemical Weapons. Sought to ensure that legislation complied with international law, was designed to protect civilians from further harm, and was part of a broader strategy to end the conflict Suspending military assistance to Egypt following the military removal of President Morsi. U.S. Policy on Russia specifically sought advocacy for the repeal of the Russian anti-gay law and the law requiring NGOs receiving foreign funding to register as foreign agents, and to eliminate selective enforcement of anti-extremism laws. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Combatting violence targeting LGBT people. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. State Department personnel transitions. Enhanced protections for civil society groups. Addressing increasing antisemitism.
S.744: A bill to provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisionsH.R.15: To provide for comprehensive immigration reform and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisions H.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Changes in FY 2015 appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. Improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Increased protections for Syrian refugees.
Filing targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
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2013 · second_quarter · Q2
S.744: Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act Refugee and asylum issues in Title III provisions Detention, Alternatives to Detention, Access to Counsel and Immigration Court provisions in Title III provisionsH.R.2278: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to improve immigration law enforcement within the interior of the United States, and for other purposes. Refugee and asylum issues Detention issues Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, increase access to counsel, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Seeking changes in appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. H.R.2217: Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2014 Deutch-Foster amendment, to eliminate the immigration detention bed mandate Seeking improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Seeking increased protections for LGBTI refugees.
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. S.960 Syria Transition Support ActAdvocated for appropriate conditions to be attached to economic assistance to Egypt to promote the implementation of policies to protect freedom of expression and association. Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. State Department personnel transitions U.S. policy on Indonesia relating to torture and counterterrorism U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy.
Filing targets: Bureau of Citizenship & Immigration Services (BCIS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
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2013 · first_quarter · Q1
Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, and eliminate the detention bed mandate.Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Refugee and asylum issues included in comprehensive immigration bill. Seeking changes in appropriations language that would lead to improvements in the detention system. Seeking improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Seeking increased protections for LGBTI refugees.
H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013. Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. (Specifically in reference to the DOD-Rosoboronexport contract.)S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. Designating sanctions for companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria. Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world. Issuing public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders. S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures, expand alternatives to detention, and eliminate the detention bed mandate. U.S. policy on religious freedom and blasphemy. Policy in Egypt focused on enhancing U.S embassy engagement with civil society to help build institutions that promote the rule of law and protect womens rights, religious tolerance, freedom of expression and association, and telecommunications reform. To prioritize the protection of human rights defenders in Bahrain, and to advocate for the release of political prisoners. Nomination for Secretary of State. Nomination for Secretary of Defense. Nomination for Director of the Central Intelligence Agency.
Filing targets: Bureau of Citizenship & Immigration Services (BCIS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)
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2012 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Seeking improved mechanisms to expedite resettlement for refugees who face imminent risks. Seeking increased protections for LGBTI refugees. Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures and expand alternatives to detention. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Seeking increased appropriations to help repair the immigration detention system.
Filing targets: Bureau of Citizenship & Immigration Services (BCIS), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)
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2012 · third_quarter · Q3
Seeking an expedited resettlement program for refugees who face imminent risks Seeking increased protections for LGBTI refugees Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures and expand alternatives to detention. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility.
S.RES.494: A resolution condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. 22 USC Chapter 39- Arms Export Control Designating sanctions for Rosoboronexport and other companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport H.R.4310: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013 Sec. 803. Prohibition on contracting with persons that have business operations with State sponsors of terrorism. Advancing women's rights and protections in Arab countries S. 1039: Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012 - to expand and apply sanctions globally, not just to Russia Instituting public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders Presidential Memorandum --International Initiatives to Advance Human Rights of LGBT persons H.Con.Res.131: Expressing support for continued international cooperation to combat HIV/AIDS Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world Promoting ban on torture in Tunisia Promoting interest of human rights defenders in Bahrain Protecting human rights defenders in China Policy in Indonesia on religious freedom Addressing Bahrain, Syria, Internet Freedom, and LGBT issues at the U.N. Human Rights Council session in Geneva Policy in Egypt on human rights promotion Pressuring Uganda to end criminalization of homosexuality Advocating for the protection of LGBTI individuals and their rights in Uganda Policy on leverage points in the Gulf and in Saudi Arabia
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2012 · second_quarter · Q2
Reforming the U.S. immigration detention system, including efforts to discontinue use of jails and jail-like facilities, improve custody/release procedures and expand alternatives to detention. Reforming the current asylum system related to detention, the one year filing deadline, and terrorism related grounds of inadmissibility. Reforming the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), including: An expedited resettlement program for refugees who face imminent risks Reforming the interagency security check process to enable more timely and effective processing of background checks, and Institutionalizing due process safeguards in resettlement adjudications. Supporting efforts to address the lack of effective protection for refugees who flee persecution based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Increasing appropriations for UNHCR for refugee protection.
S. Res. 494: A resolution condemning the government of the Russian Federation for providing weapons to the regime of President Bashar al-Assad of Syria. H.R. 3671: Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012 Sec. 7041. (a) Egypt- (1)(B) Placing restrictions on economic assistance to Egypt, pending implementation of policies to protect freedoms of expression and association. Advocated for phased release of military assistance to Egypt, tied to meeting specified human rights benchmarks S. 1039: To impose sanctions on persons responsible for the detention, abuse, or death of Sergei Magnitsky, for the conspiracy to defraud the Russian Federation of taxes on corporate profits through fraudulent transactions and lawsuits against Hermitage, and for other gross violations of human rights in the Russian Federation, and for other purposes. S.324:1 FY13 State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs Appropriations Bill 22 USC Chapter 39- Arms Export Control Advocated for Egypts ruling military council to cede power to an elected civilian government Presidential Study Directive 10/PSD-10: Creating and implementing an interagency Atrocities Prevention Board Discontinuing contracts with companies arming the Syrian regime, including the Russian-based arms dealer Rosoboronexport Designating sanctions for Rosoboronexport and other companies providing material support for the commission of atrocities in Syria Presidential Memorandum --International Initiatives to Advance Human Rights of LGBT persons Combatting xenophobic and other bias-motivated violence that affects migrants, refugees, stateless and displaced persons around the world Pressuring Uganda to end criminalization of homosexuality Advocating for the protection of LGBTI individuals, including refugees, and their rights in Uganda and elsewhere. Instituting public guidelines for U.S. embassy interaction with human rights defenders Policy in Indonesia, Bahrain, Egypt, Syria, China Addressing Bahrain, Syria, Internet Freedom, and LGBT issues at the U.N. Human Rights Council session in Geneva
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)