Search Results: keywords:"conflict resolution"

  • S. 4475 — To establish a Special Envoy for Sudan, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:625

    S. 4475 aims to establish a Special Envoy for Sudan within the Department of State. The envoy will focus on diplomatic efforts to help resolve the crisis in Sudan, including ending the conflict, facilitating humanitarian aid, and promoting national recovery and democratic...

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    In 2024, the Senate talked about sending a special helper, called a Special Envoy, to Sudan to try to help them stop fighting, get more food and supplies to people who need it, and work towards making the country peaceful and democratic again. This helper will talk with different government teams and share updates regularly for five years.

  • H. R. 8712 — To authorize the establishment in the Department of State of a Negotiations Support Unit, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:696

    H.R. 8712 aims to create a Negotiations Support Unit within the Department of State. This unit would provide expertise and advice on negotiations, mediation, and peace processes, ensuring the U.S. can effectively participate in and support such efforts worldwide. The bill...

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    The bill wants to create a team of experts in the State Department who are really good at making deals and helping people make peace. It plans to use $5 million to set this up and make sure U.S. diplomats can work well with others around the world.

  • H. R. 10268 — To require the imposition of sanctions with respect to conflict in Sudan, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:5,433

    H.R. 10268 is a bill requiring the United States to impose sanctions related to the conflict in Sudan. The bill emphasizes punishing those responsible for war crimes, blocking aid, and violating arms embargoes. It also supports efforts to promote peace, justice, and...

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    H.R. 10268 is a plan by the U.S. to punish people causing trouble in Sudan by stopping their money and weapons, and it also tries to help people there by working with others and sending someone special to keep an eye on things.

  • H. RES. 1074 — Reaffirming the House of Representatives support of a two-state solution.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:578

    H. RES. 1074 is a resolution that reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to a two-state solution for Israelis and Palestinians. It supports Israel's right to exist as a Jewish, democratic state and recognizes the Palestinians' right to sovereignty and...

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    In this resolution, the House of Representatives is saying that they believe Israelis and Palestinians should each have their own country to make peace last and that they support Israel's right to exist safely. They also think everyone should stop doing things that might mess up this idea of having two countries.

  • S. RES. 831 — Supporting the inclusion of the women of Sudan in United States efforts to end the conflict in Sudan.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:472

    S. RES. 831 is a resolution from the U.S. Senate that advocates for the inclusion of Sudanese women in peace negotiations and U.S. efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict in Sudan. It highlights the important role women have played in Sudan's fight for democracy and condemns...

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    The U.S. Senate wants to make sure that women in Sudan are included in talks to stop a big fight in their country, and they want to help by giving more support and protection to these women.

  • H. R. 8310 — To require strategies on United States policy towards the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:3,175

    H. R. 8310 aims to shape U.S. strategies towards the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), focusing on promoting democracy, peace, and stability. The bill addresses conflict and instability by urging protection of civilians under international law and calls for enhancement...

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    H. R. 8310 wants to make sure the U.S. helps the Democratic Republic of the Congo become a peaceful and fair place by protecting people, improving elections, and making sure mining is done safely. It also wants to have less influence from China in mining there and more from countries like the U.S.