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Law of the Sea
The U.N. Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is an international treaty that regulates all aspects of the oceans, preserving the seas as “commons” for all humanity and bringing a stable order to 70% of the world’s surface.22 Organizations Urge Congress to Fund Conflict Prevention
Twenty-two national and international organizations urge robust funding for the international affairs budget including programs that prevent violent conflict, mitigate atrocities and protect civilians.Hundreds Call on Sec. Pompeo to disband Commission on Unalienable Rights
FCNL joined 430 human rights, civil rights, faith, and professional organizations, leaders, and scholars in an open letter expressing deep concern about the State Department’s recently announced Commission on Unalienable Rights. The signers object to the Commission’s stated purpose, which they believe is harmful to the global effort to protect the rights of all people.(Virtual) Spring Lobby Weekend 2020: Changing the Conversation on Climate
In early March, when reports hit that the coronavirus was spreading throughout the country, we knew that FCNL had to shift our 500-person Spring Lobby Weekend from a physical event in Washington, DC, to a virtual gathering.Faith and Environmental Advocates Oppose Weakened Mercury Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is moving to weaken regulations on coal-fired power plants, which are the most significant mercury polluters.60+ National Advocacy Groups Urge Democratic Leaders to Stand Firm on ending U.S. Support for Saudi-UAE War in Yemen
FCNL joined more than 60 national advocacy groups in sending a letter to leaders in the House and Senate, urging an end to all U.S. support for Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in their war against the Houthis in Yemen.FCNL Joins Coalition Calling to Rein in Wasteful Pentagon Spending
On July 8, FCNL joined with 13 other organizations from across the ideological spectrum to send a letter to key House leaders about proposed amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act. Read the letter below.NDAA Vote Recommendations Issued from the Arms Control, Peace & Security Community
In concert with 15 partner organizations, FCNL issued recommendations for the upcoming House vote on the fiscal year 2020 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). See the vote recommendations, sent to Rep. Adam Smith (WA-9), below.FCNL Joins More than 600 Interfaith Leaders and Organizations Urging Continued TPS for Hondurans
Over 120 faith-based organizations and 500 faith leaders signed on to a letter addressed to the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security to extend and re-designate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Honduras.Why SNAP Matters for Formerly Incarcerated People
The House just passed a Farm Bill that will force at least two million people off of vital nutrition assistance by making harmful changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP is a vital resource for many leaving prisons and jails and returning to communities.