Extend Energy-Efficiency Tax Incentives
As America’s reliance on foreign energy sources continues to grow, there is an urgent need to promote renewable energy and energy-efficient technologies. This past December, a number of federal tax incentives for these types of technologies expired, and more are set to expire by the end of 2008. Senate leaders are considering important legislation that will extend these incentives.
Support Funding For Peacekeeping In Sudan
The people of the Darfur region of Sudan have endured six years of government-backed genocide. The small United Nations-African Union peacekeeping force on the ground is struggling to provide protection for the victims, but these troops suffer due to lack of funding. The United States Congress can and should provide generous support for this operation to help ease the suffering of the Darfuri people.
Urge Resolute Action to Stop Iran From Getting Nuclear Arms
The Iranian regime is racing to acquire nuclear weapons. The International Atomic Energy Agency is expressing alarm over Iran’s escalating nuclear program, including evidence that the program is weapons related. Ask your Representative to co-sponsor a bipartisan resolution urging the President to take immediate and bold economic, political, and diplomatic steps to try to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
Oppose Flawed Immigration Bill
America stands at a critical juncture facing with two distinct challenges. We must preserve American values and promote diversity without sacrificing the sanctity of our border and the security of our people. Rather than reflecting this delicate balance the Save America through Verification and Enforcement (SAVE) Act (H.R.4088) undermines our national security and erodes American values.
Help Stop the Iranian Nuclear Threat
New developments in Iran’s nuclear program could enable it to build a nuclear weapon in as little as a year—perhaps less. Strong pressure on Iran may be the best chance for us and our allies to stop the Iranian nuclear threat peacefully. Ask your Senator to help pass the Iran Counter-Proliferation Act (S.970) and the Iran Sanctions Enabling Act (S1430), legislation already passed by the House to tighten the pressure on Iran’s r
Take Action on Crucial Climate Legislation
Climate change has the potential to disrupt our way of life, permanently damage the natural environment, create humanitarian crises, and undermine our efforts to keep ourselves safe and secure. America needs strong legislation on this issue, with emphasis on proper oversight.
Support Community Integration
The language barrier is the primary obstacle to immigrants building a new life in America. The Strengthening Communities through English and Integration Act will accelerate the integration of individuals with limited English proficiency into the larger society by increasing resources for English language acquisition, civics and basic educational programs.
Congress Must Balance Liberty and Security
In the years since September 11, 2001, the need to protect America’s security has become even more vital. While protecting national security remains critical, preserving civil liberties is similarly fundamental. Throughout history, Americans have fought and died for both security and liberty. Congress is now debating legislation that attempts to balance these two values in order to ensure our way of life in the face of modern threats.
Protect Religious Liberty in the Workplace
Each day countless employees are forced them to choose between their faith and their profession causing claims of religious discrimination in the workplace to skyrocket over the last 25 years. The Workplace Religious Freedom Act, WRFA (H.R. 1431) seeks to remedy this conflict by protecting religious liberties and creating a safeguard against religious discrimination.
Support the World's Poorest Nations: Help Lift the Debt Burden
Around the world, impoverished nations struggle under the burden of international debt. The Jubilee Act (S.2166/H.R.2634) would extend 100% debt cancellation to 67 countries, allowing those governments to invest in their people to pursue a more promising future. The bill would also reform future lending practices to prevent creditors from lending irresponsibly to corrupt and autocratic regimes.
