Search Results: keywords:"indigenous peoples"

  • H. R. 2412 — To establish an Office for Indigenous Affairs, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:3,382

    H. R. 2412, the “Indigenous Diplomacy and Engagement Act,” aims to establish an Office for Indigenous Affairs to coordinate U.S. diplomacy and engagement with Indigenous peoples around the world. The bill mandates the development of a comprehensive international strategy to...

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    H. R. 2412 wants to create a special office to help the U.S. make friends and talk to Indigenous peoples around the world, and it will teach U.S. diplomats how to be better friends with these communities.

  • S. 4610 — An Act To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
    Status:Engrossed in Senate
    Words:633

    S. 4610 proposes an amendment to title 36 of the United States Code to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill highlights the symbolic significance of the bald eagle, noting its historical and cultural importance to the United...

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    S. 4610 is a bill that says the bald eagle is the very special bird of the United States, kind of like a team mascot for a country. It doesn't change any rules or cost money, but it helps remind everyone how important the bald eagle is to America's story and its people.

  • S. 4610 — An Act To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the bald eagle as the national bird.
    Status:Enrolled Bill
    Words:610

    S. 4610 is a bill that amends title 36 of the United States Code to officially designate the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. The bill outlines various findings by Congress regarding the significance of the bald eagle, highlighting its historical and...

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    The bill says we should officially call the bald eagle the national bird of the United States because it's special to America and important to many people. But it doesn't change any other plans or rules already in place about how we take care of it.

  • H. R. 7227 — To establish the Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States, and for other purposes.
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    Status:Reported in House
    Words:12,215

    H.R. 7227 aims to create a Truth and Healing Commission on Indian Boarding School Policies in the United States. The bill's purpose is to investigate and document the history and long-term effects of these schools on Indigenous peoples and their communities. The commission...

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    H.R. 7227 is a plan to create a special group to learn about the history of schools for Native American kids and help their families heal. They want $15 million each year to pay for the group, and they will use leftover money from a big fund once set aside for fighting the coronavirus.

  • S. 1000 — To establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.
    Status:Introduced in Senate
    Words:721

    The bill S. 1000 aims to create a position called the Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the U.S. Department of State. This Ambassador, who will be appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, will represent the United States in Arctic matters and...

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    The bill wants to add a new job called an "Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs" to help the United States keep track of important things happening in the cold Arctic area, like making friends with other countries and taking care of the environment.

  • H. RES. 347 — Recognizing the significant impact and legacy of Cecil Corbin-Mark in the environmental justice community and further recognizing that climate change most severely impacts vulnerable and disadvantaged communities in the United States and around the world, and that it is the responsibility of the United States Government to work with its global partners to promote environmental justice.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:461

    H. RES. 347 recognizes the legacy of Cecil Corbin-Mark, a leader in environmental justice, and emphasizes that climate change has the greatest impact on vulnerable and disadvantaged communities. The resolution urges the United States to take a leadership role in working with global partners...

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    H. RES. 347 is like a big promise saying that Cecil Corbin-Mark was a hero for helping the Earth and people in need. It tells everyone that people who don't have much or are treated unfairly need extra help because climate change is making things harder for them, and the USA should work with other countries to make sure everyone is safe and healthy.

  • H. RES. 183 — Supporting the designation of March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:108

    H. RES. 183 recognizes March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month. It highlights the history and contributions of the CHamoru people, the indigenous inhabitants of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. The resolution acknowledges their significant roles in history,...

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    March is being celebrated as a special month to honor the CHamoru people, who are from Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, recognizing their history and contributions, especially their help during World War II. Everyone in the United States is encouraged to join in this celebration and learn about their culture.

  • H. RES. 1097 — Supporting the designation of March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:107

    H. RES. 1097 supports the designation of March as National CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month. The resolution recognizes the CHamoru people as the indigenous inhabitants of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands and highlights their contributions throughout history, including...

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    In March, people are encouraged to celebrate CHamoru Heritage and Culture Month, which is about honoring the CHamoru people, the original people from Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, for their important contributions and traditions.