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The Global Peacekeeping Operations Initiative Act of 2004 (Introduced in Senate)

S 2514 IS1S

108th CONGRESS

2d Session

S. 2514
To authorize the transfer of funds for foreign countries to participate in international peacekeeping or peace enforcement operations , and for other purposes.

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

June 9, 2004
Mr. LUGAR introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations

A BILL
To authorize the transfer of funds for foreign countries to participate in international peacekeeping or peace enforcement operations , and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.

This Act may be cited as the `The Global Peacekeeping Operations Initiative Act of 2004'.

SEC. 2. FINDINGS.

Congress makes the following findings:

(1) The need for effective peacekeeping troops has grown worldwide, especially in Africa.

(2) Peacekeeping operations in Africa have grown from 24,000 peacekeepers in 2002 to 40,000 peacekeepers in 2004 and immediate future requirements in Sudan and Burundi will significantly increase the need for peacekeepers.

(3) Conflicts in Sierra Leone, Ethiopia/Eritrea, Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia, Burundi, the Congo, and the Sudan have devastated the continent and set back economic and social progress for millions of Africans.

(4) African leaders, through the New Partnership for Africa's Development, have placed solving conflicts and managing post-conflict stabilization and reconstruction efforts on the continent as among their highest priorities.

(5) The African Union recently signed a protocol outlining its responsibility for peace and security on the continent and highlighting the importance of the organization's continuing partnership with the member states of the Group of Eight and the rest of the developed world.

(6) The member states of the Group of Eight have had a longstanding interest, expressed at both the Kananaskis and Evian summits, in providing technical and financial assistance to sustain and strengthen African peacekeeping capacity.

(7) The Group of Eight summit held in Sea Island, Georgia, in June 2004, resulted in the members of the Group of Eight pledging to train at least 75,000 international peacekeepers over the next several years and develop a plan to provide logistical support around the world.

(8) The United States has recognized the importance and value of professional training of international peacekeepers through several programs including the Africa Crisis Response Initiative and the African Contingency Operations and Training Assistance programs.

(9) The Global Peacekeeping Operations Initiative is a significant United States contribution to fulfilling the commitment of the Group of Eight and to supporting the aspirations of African leaders as such leaders pursue peace and prosperity on the continent.

SEC. 3. ASSISTANCE FOR FOREIGN COUNTRIES TO ENGAGE IN PEACEKEEPING OPERATIONS .

(a) IN GENERAL- Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary of Defense, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, may transfer funds to the Secretary of State to provide assistance to military or security forces in a foreign country to enhance the capability of such country to participate in an international peacekeeping or peace enforcement operation.

(b) TYPES OF ASSISTANCE- Assistance provided under subsection (a) may be used to provide equipment, supplies, training, or funding.

(c) ADDITIONAL AUTHORITY- The authority to provide assistance under this section is in addition to any other authority to provide assistance to a foreign country or the military or security forces of such country.

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5/9/2002:
Committee on Armed Services ordered to be reported an original measure.
5/15/2002:
Committee on Armed Services. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Levin. With written report No. 107-151. Additional and Minority views filed.
5/15/2002:
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 370.
5/21/2002:
Star Print ordered on the bill as reported.
6/18/2002:
Measure laid before Senate. (consideration: CR S5674-5687)
6/19/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S5674-5687, S5727-5767)
6/20/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S5799-5821, S5825-5835, S5836-5841)
6/21/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S5881-5886, S5891-5892)
6/24/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S5925-5940)
6/25/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S5973-5995, S5996-5999, S6001-6008)
6/25/2002:
Cloture motion on the bill presented in Senate. (consideration: CR S6001)
6/26/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S6057-6089, S6097-6100, S6112-6121)
6/27/2002:
Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S6178-6180, S6182-6200, S6203-6225)
6/27/2002:
Cloture on the bill invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 98 - 0. Record Vote Number: 164. (consideration: CR S6182-6183)
6/27/2002:
Passed Senate with amendments by Yea-Nay Vote. 97 - 2. Record Vote Number: 165. (text: CR 7/8/2002 S6363-6432)
6/27/2002:
Senate incorporated this measure in H.R. 4546 as an amendment.
6/27/2002:
See also S. 2515, S. 2516, S. 2517.
6/27/2002:
Senate ordered measure printed as passed.
7/8/2002:
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
7/8/2002 2:02pm:
Received in the House.
7/8/2002 7:17pm:
Held at the desk.

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S.2514
Title: An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

POPULAR TITLE(S):
Department of Defense, FY2003 bill (identified by CRS)

SHORT TITLE(S) AS INTRODUCED:
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003
Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003

SHORT TITLE(S) AS REPORTED TO SENATE:
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003
Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003

SHORT TITLE(S) AS PASSED SENATE:
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003
Military Construction Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003

OFFICIAL TITLE AS INTRODUCED:
An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2003 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe personnel strengths for such fiscal year for the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

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Amendments to S. 2514, the Defense Authorization bill