Archive: UN

  • Resolution on Kimberley Process Reform March 15, 2013

    Resolution on Kimberley Process Reform Summary This resolution recognizes that the Kimberley Process, put in place to prevent conflict diamonds from entering the mainstream rough diamond market, has failed.  Established by United Nations General Assembly Resolution 55/56 following recommendations in the Fowler Report, the process was set up “to ensure that diamond purchases were not financing violence by rebel movements and their allies seeking to undermine legitimate governments.”  However, it is obvious to most international observers that terrorist organizations like FARC, Hezbollah and al-Qaeda derive funding from the sale of illegally mined commodities.  This resolution will outline a more efficient […]

  • Resolution Opposing the United Nations Drive for Global Taxes March 15, 2013

    Resolution Opposing the United Nations Drive for Global Taxes Summary The Resolution urges Congress to oppose any legislation that would authorize the United Nations (UN) to levy taxes on American citizens or establish an international agency authorized to levy taxes on American citizens. Model Resolution WHEREAS, federal officials have been coordinating with other nations for the purpose of creating worldwide tax enforcement; and WHEREAS, the Secretary-General of the United Nations (hereinafter the “UN”) has declared that the UN cash resources do not meet current needs or obligations and it is essentially bankrupt; and WHEREAS, instead of initiating major cuts in spending, operations or personnel, […]

  • Resolution Providing Recommendation on UN Internet Oversight March 15, 2013

     Resolution Providing Recommendation on UN Internet Oversight Summary This resolution calls on the US delegation to the United Nations (UN) to stand in opposition to any attempts to permit UN regulation of the Internet. The Internet is currently based on a multi-stakeholder model, allowing input from the public and private sectors. Several countries have advocated for change in the current structure, proposing that the UN or one of its branches establish control over the Internet. Recognizing that the current model of open access has enhanced and encouraged communication, innovation, the flow of information and free speech, any change could threaten […]