Magna Carta |
1215 |
Charter |
England |
A historic document that limited the powers of the king. |
Declaration of Independence |
1776 |
Declaration |
USA |
Proclaimed the thirteen American colonies as independent states. |
Constitution of the United States |
1787 |
Constitution |
USA |
The supreme law of the USA establishing government structure. |
Bill of Rights |
1791 |
Amendment |
USA |
The first ten amendments to the US Constitution guaranteeing individual rights. |
Emancipation Proclamation |
1863 |
Executive Order |
USA |
Declared the freedom of slaves in Confederate states. |
Suffrage Movement Statement |
1920 |
Manifesto |
USA |
Announced the women's right to vote after 19th Amendment ratification. |
Universal Declaration of Human Rights |
1948 |
Declaration |
United Nations |
A milestone document proclaiming the inalienable rights of all people. |
Treaty of Versailles |
1919 |
Treaty |
France |
Ended World War I and imposed heavy reparations on Germany. |
Gutenberg Bible |
1455 |
Book |
Germany |
The first major book printed using movable type. |
Letter from Birmingham Jail |
1963 |
Letter |
USA |
An open letter by Martin Luther King Jr. defending nonviolent resistance. |
Magna Carta (1215) |
1215 |
Charter |
England |
A fundamental document in the development of constitutional law. |
King James Bible |
1611 |
Religious Text |
England |
An English translation of the Christian Bible commissioned by King James I. |
Federalist Papers |
1787-1788 |
Essay |
USA |
A series of essays promoting the ratification of the U.S. Constitution. |
Common Sense |
1776 |
Pamphlet |
USA |
A pamphlet by Thomas Paine advocating for American independence. |
Treaty of Paris (1783) |
1783 |
Treaty |
France |
Ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence. |
Martin Luther's 95 Theses |
1517 |
Thesis |
Germany |
A list of propositions for academic debate regarding church practices. |
Mayflower Compact |
1620 |
Compact |
USA |
The first governing document of Plymouth Colony, establishing self-governance. |
Women's Declaration of Sentiments |
1848 |
Manifesto |
USA |
A document advocating for women's rights at the Seneca Falls Convention. |
Berlin Declaration |
1949 |
Declaration |
Germany |
Proclaimed the establishment of the Federal Republic of Germany. |
Constitution of India |
1950 |
Constitution |
India |
The supreme law of India, establishing the framework of government. |
Treaty of Ghent |
1814 |
Treaty |
Belgium |
Ended the War of 1812 between the US and Britain. |
The Communist Manifesto |
1848 |
Political Pamphlet |
Germany |
A political document that laid the foundation for modern communism. |
Treaty of Trianon |
1920 |
Treaty |
Hungary |
Redefined Hungary's borders after World War I. |
Nuremberg Laws |
1935 |
Legal Document |
Germany |
Laws that institutionalized racial discrimination against Jews. |
Southern Manifesto |
1956 |
Manifesto |
USA |
A document opposing racial integration in schools. |
Paris Peace Accords |
1973 |
Treaty |
France |
Aimed at establishing peace in Vietnam and withdrawing US forces. |
Pan-African Congress Resolutions |
1945 |
Resolution |
USA |
Documents outlining the goals of the Pan-African movement. |
Chinese Exclusion Act |
1882 |
Law |
USA |
Prohibited Chinese laborers from entering the United States. |
Fifty-Four Forty or Fight! |
1844 |
Slogan |
USA |
A slogan used in the American expansionist movement regarding the Oregon boundary dispute. |
Social Security Act |
1935 |
Law |
USA |
Established the social security system in the United States. |
Fall of the Berlin Wall Speech |
1989 |
Speech |
Germany |
A speech celebrating the fall of the Berlin Wall and the end of the Cold War. |
Charter of the United Nations |
1945 |
Charter |
USA |
Established the framework for international cooperation and peace. |
Roe v. Wade |
1973 |
Court Decision |
USA |
A landmark decision by the US Supreme Court on abortion rights. |
Patriot Act |
2001 |
Law |
USA |
A law enacted after the September 11 attacks to enhance national security. |
Montgomery Bus Boycott Declaration |
1955 |
Statement |
USA |
A pivotal event in the American civil rights movement against segregation. |
Alliance for Progress |
1961 |
Policy |
USA |
A program initiated by President Kennedy to foster economic cooperation in Latin America. |
Camp David Accords |
1978 |
Agreement |
USA/Egypt/Israel |
A peace agreement between Egypt and Israel facilitated by the USA. |
Brady Bill |
1993 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation that imposed waiting periods for handgun purchases. |
Brown v. Board of Education |
1954 |
Court Decision |
USA |
Declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional. |
Equal Rights Amendment |
proposed 1923 - 1982 |
Amendment |
USA |
A proposed amendment to guarantee equal rights regardless of sex. |
Open Door Policy |
1899 |
Diplomatic Policy |
USA |
A policy that aimed to ensure equal trading rights in China. |
Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons |
1968 |
Treaty |
International |
A treaty to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons. |
Seattle Global Warming Declaration |
2000 |
Declaration |
USA |
A commitment to address global warming and reduce emissions. |
South African Constitution |
1996 |
Constitution |
South Africa |
The supreme law of South Africa, ensuring human rights. |
Balfour Declaration |
1917 |
Letter |
UK |
A statement expressing support for a Jewish homeland in Palestine. |
Freedom Charter |
1955 |
Charter |
South Africa |
A document that defines the vision of a non-racial South Africa. |
Guadalcanal Campaign Letters |
1942-1943 |
Correspondence |
USA/Japan |
Letters detailing experiences of soldiers during the Pacific campaign. |
Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen |
1789 |
Declaration |
France |
Document of the French Revolution proclaiming individual and collective rights. |
Indian Removal Act |
1830 |
Law |
USA |
A law that authorized the forced relocation of Native American tribes. |
Mayoral Proclamation for Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
1983 |
Proclamation |
USA |
Proclamation honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. |
FDR's Four Freedoms Speech |
1941 |
Speech |
USA |
A speech outlining four fundamental freedoms: speech, worship, want, and fear. |
Patriot's Letter to the US Congress |
1775 |
Letter |
USA |
A letter advocating for support of the American Revolutionary War efforts. |
Women's Army Corps Declaration |
1942 |
Declaration |
USA |
Established a women's unit in the U.S. Army during WWII. |
Arrival of the First African Slaves Document |
1619 |
Document |
USA |
Reports of African slaves arriving in North America. |
First State of the Union Address |
1790 |
Address |
USA |
Washington's address to Congress announcing the state of the nation. |
Louisiana Purchase Treaty |
1803 |
Treaty |
USA/France |
The acquisition of the Louisiana territory from France. |
Declaration of the Rights of Woman and the Female Citizen |
1791 |
Declaration |
France |
Written by Olympe de Gouges, advocating women's rights. |
Marbury v. Madison |
1803 |
Court Decision |
USA |
Established the principle of judicial review in the US. |
Residence Act of 1790 |
1790 |
Law |
USA |
Established the location of the permanent capital of the U.S. |
First Amendment to the Constitution |
1791 |
Amendment |
USA |
Protects freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. |
Bayonet Constitution |
1887 |
Constitution |
Hawaii |
An 1887 constitution that limited the monarchy's power in Hawaii. |
Opium Wars Treaty |
1842 |
Treaty |
China/UK |
Treaty concluding the First Opium War and ceding Hong Kong to Britain. |
Universal Suffrage Act |
1965 |
Law |
USA |
A law aimed at eliminating barriers to voting for African Americans. |
Maidan Protest Declaration |
2014 |
Declaration |
Ukraine |
A declaration during the Euromaidan protests for democratic reforms. |
Gold Rush Gazette |
1849 |
Periodical |
USA |
Newspaper reporting on the California Gold Rush. |
Native American Rights Fund Resolution |
1970 |
Resolution |
USA |
A declaration for the recognition of Native American rights. |
Act of Supremacy |
1534 |
Law |
England |
Proclaimed King Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. |
Civil Rights Act |
1964 |
Law |
USA |
Landmark legislation outlawing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. |
Montreal Protocol |
1987 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement designed to protect the ozone layer by phasing out CFCs. |
Reconstruction Amendments (13th, 14th, 15th) |
1865-1870 |
Amendments |
USA |
Amendments aimed at establishing equal rights for former slaves. |
NASA's Apollo Program Policy |
1961 |
Policy |
USA |
A policy set for lunar exploration and manned missions to the moon. |
Labor Day Bill |
1894 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation establishing Labor Day as a federal holiday. |
Presidential Election of 1800 Results Document |
1800 |
Document |
USA |
Recording the electoral votes in the controversial election. |
Debt Ceiling Deal |
2011 |
Agreement |
USA |
An agreement to raise the debt ceiling to avoid default. |
Clean Air Act |
1970 |
Law |
USA |
A comprehensive federal law regulating air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. |
Women's Rights Convention |
1848 |
Convention |
USA |
The first women's rights convention in Seneca Falls, NY. |
The Monroe Doctrine |
1823 |
Policy |
USA |
A principle of US policy that opposed European colonialism in the Americas. |
Lisbon Earthquake Treaty |
1755 |
Treaty |
Portugal |
Treaty regarding aid and reconstruction post-earthquake. |
American Indian Religious Freedom Act |
1978 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting the traditional religious rights of American Indians. |
Investigation of the Watergate Scandal Reports |
1972-1974 |
Report |
USA |
Series of reports detailing the Watergate scandal. |
Patriots' Day Proclamation |
1775 |
Proclamation |
USA |
Proclamation marking the battles of Lexington and Concord. |
US-Vietnam Relations Act |
1991 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation normalizing diplomatic relations with Vietnam. |
Homestead Act |
1862 |
Law |
USA |
Encouraged Western migration by providing settlers with land. |
Online Privacy Act |
2022 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at regulating data privacy protections. |
Bristol Declaration |
1789 |
Declaration |
England |
Declaration emphasizing freedom of speech in government. |
Brownlow Committee Report |
1937 |
Report |
USA |
Recommended reorganization of the executive branch of the government. |
Qin Shi Huang's Edicts |
221 BC |
Edicts |
China |
The first emperor's mandates that reformed the Chinese state. |
US-Soviet SALT I Treaty |
1972 |
Treaty |
USA/Soviet Union |
A treaty limiting nuclear weapons between the USA and USSR. |
Excelsior Act |
2011 |
Law |
USA |
An act aimed at expanding higher education opportunities in New York. |
Education Act |
1944 |
Law |
UK |
Legislation reforming education to provide free secondary education. |
War Powers Act |
1973 |
Law |
USA |
A law intended to check the president's power to commit the US to armed conflict. |
Records of the Salem Witch Trials |
1692 |
Court Documents |
USA |
Documents pertaining to the infamous witch trials in Massachusetts. |
The Treaty of Paris (1898) |
1898 |
Treaty |
USA/Spain |
Ending the Spanish-American War and ceded territories to the USA. |
Women's International League for Peace and Freedom Declaration |
1915 |
Declaration |
International |
A declaration advocating for peace and disarmament. |
Tenement House Act |
1901 |
Law |
USA |
A New York law focusing on improving living conditions in tenements. |
Articles of Confederation |
1777 |
Document |
USA |
The first constitution of the USA, establishing a confederation of states. |
Concord Monitor Articles (Civil War) |
1861-1865 |
News Articles |
USA |
News covering events during the Civil War era. |
Affordable Care Act |
2010 |
Law |
USA |
A comprehensive healthcare reform aimed at increasing healthcare access. |
Schuman Declaration |
1950 |
Declaration |
France |
Proposed the creation of a European Coal and Steel Community to prevent war. |
Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party Application |
1964 |
Application |
USA |
A document challenging the legitimacy of the state's all-white delegation. |
Patriot Act Renewal |
2006 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation renewing provisions of the USA PATRIOT Act post-9/11. |
Fourteen Points |
1918 |
Speech |
USA |
A statement of principles for peace to be used in negotiations to end WWI. |
Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israel |
1948 |
Declaration |
Israel |
Proclaimed the establishment of the State of Israel. |
Treaty of Kyoto |
1997 |
Treaty |
International |
An international treaty aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. |
Consumer Financial Protection Act |
2010 |
Law |
USA |
Established the CFPB to protect consumers in the financial sector. |
US Election Assistance Commission Act |
2002 |
Law |
USA |
A law establishing the EAC to help improve election administration. |
Declaration of Paris (1856) |
1856 |
Declaration |
Paris |
Termination of hostilities during the Crimean War. |
US-China Trade Agreement |
2020 |
Agreement |
USA/China |
An agreement aiming to improve trade relations between the two countries. |
929th United Nations Security Council Resolution |
1994 |
Resolution |
International |
Resolution concerning the peace process in the Middle East. |
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change |
1992 |
Treaty |
International |
An international treaty aimed at addressing global warming. |
Patriot Act Reauthorization |
2010 |
Law |
USA |
Reauthorization of certain provisions of the original Patriot Act. |
Separation of Church and State Declaration |
1791 |
Principle |
USA |
A principle advocating the independence of religion from government. |
Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
2007 |
Declaration |
United Nations |
A declaration aimed at the rights of indigenous people globally. |
New Deal Legislation |
1933-1938 |
Law |
USA |
A series of programs and reforms enacted by FDR in response to the Great Depression. |
Paris Climate Agreement |
2015 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement to combat climate change and reduce global warming. |
Geneva Conventions |
1949 |
Treaty |
International |
Laws of war regarding humanitarian treatment in conflict. |
SALT II Treaty |
1979 |
Treaty |
USA/Soviet Union |
A treaty to limit nuclear weapons fleets by the USA and the USSR. |
North American Free Trade Agreement, NAFTA |
1994 |
Agreement |
USA/Canada/Mexico |
A trade agreement between the USA, Canada, and Mexico. |
Military Commissions Act |
2006 |
Law |
USA |
A law allowing military commissions to try unlawful enemy combatants. |
Endangered Species Act |
1973 |
Law |
USA |
A law aimed at protecting threatened and endangered species. |
Age Discrimination in Employment Act |
1967 |
Law |
USA |
Prohibits employment discrimination against persons 40 years of age or older. |
Civil Rights Restoration Act |
1988 |
Law |
USA |
Restored civil rights protections for individuals who engage in discrimination claims. |
Intellectual Property Rights Agreement |
1994 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement concerning the protection of intellectual property rights globally. |
Fair Labor Standards Act |
1938 |
Law |
USA |
Established minimum wage, overtime pay, and youth employment standards. |
Montana Constitution |
1972 |
Constitution |
USA |
The constitution establishing the government and rights of the state of Montana. |
Treaty of Nanjing |
1842 |
Treaty |
China/UK |
Ended the First Opium War and ceded Hong Kong to Britain. |
National Security Agency Act |
1959 |
Law |
USA |
Formalized the creation of the NSA and its functions. |
Global Health Security Agenda |
2014 |
Agreement |
International |
An international initiative to improve global health security against infectious diseases. |
Vaccine Act |
1813 |
Law |
USA |
The first federal law in the USA to regulate vaccines. |
Social Security Independence Act |
1994 |
Law |
USA |
Transformed the social security program aiming for efficiency. |
Home Ownership and Equity Protection Act |
1994 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting consumers against abusive lending practices. |
Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms by Law Enforcement Officials |
1990 |
Principles |
United Nations |
A document outlining guidelines for the use of force by law enforcement. |
Wright Brothers' Patent for Aircraft |
1906 |
Patent |
USA |
The first patent for a flying machine, granted to Wilbur and Orville Wright. |
US Treasury Seizure of German Assets Act |
1917 |
Law |
USA |
Allowed the U.S. Treasury to seize German assets during WWI. |
Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership |
Proposed 2013 |
Agreement |
USA/EU |
A proposed trade agreement aiming to promote free trade between the USA and EU. |
Fuzzy Logic Regulation |
2000 |
Regulation |
International |
A regulation promoting the use of fuzzy logic in decision-making processes. |
LGBT Rights Legislation |
2009-Present |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting the rights of LGBT individuals. |
Freedom of Information Act |
1966 |
Law |
USA |
Promotes transparency in government by allowing the public to request information. |
Landmark Title of the National Park Service |
1916 |
Legislation |
USA |
Established the National Park Service to manage National Parks. |
International Humanitarian Law Treaties |
1949 |
Treaties |
International |
Treaties aimed at protecting civilians in war and armed conflicts. |
African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights |
1986 |
Charter |
Africa |
A charter promoting human rights and freedoms across African nations. |
Convention on Biological Diversity |
1992 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement aimed at conserving biodiversity around the world. |
Civilian Conservation Corps Act |
1933 |
Law |
USA |
Established the CCC, a program for conservation jobs during the Great Depression. |
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Establishment Act |
1970 |
Law |
USA |
The act that established the EPA to protect human health and the environment. |
Reproductive Health Equity Act |
2020 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at ensuring reproductive health rights for all individuals. |
Sustainable Development Goals Resolution |
2015 |
Resolution |
United Nations |
Adopted resolution committing UN member states to achieve sustainable development. |
War Crimes Tribunal Document |
1993 |
Document |
International |
Documents establishing the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia. |
Digital Millennium Copyright Act |
1998 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting copyrighted digital content. |
Invasion of Iraq Resolution |
2002 |
Resolution |
USA |
U.S. Congress resolution authorizing military action against Iraq. |
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Agreement |
1944 |
Agreement |
International |
Established the IMF to promote global financial stability. |
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Treaty |
1949 |
Treaty |
International |
Established NATO, a military alliance for collective defense. |
Social Charter of the Council of Europe |
1961 |
Charter |
Europe |
A document outlining social rights and protections across European states. |
Federal Open Market Committee Document |
1913 |
Document |
USA |
Establishes policies for the U.S. monetary system. |
Tokyo Trial Judgments |
1948 |
Document |
International |
Judgments from the International Military Tribunal for the Far East. |
Brussels Treaty |
1948 |
Treaty |
Europe |
Created a mutual defense alliance among Belgium, France, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and the UK. |
First Geneva Convention |
1864 |
Convention |
International |
An international agreement concerning the humanitarian treatment of wounded soldiers. |
Pay Equity Act |
2009 |
Law |
Canada |
An act aimed at ensuring equal pay for work of equal value. |
Commonwealth Charter |
2013 |
Charter |
International |
A charter committing to democracy, human rights, and sustainable development. |
UNESCO Declaration Concerning the Intentional Destruction of Cultural Heritage |
2003 |
Declaration |
International |
A declaration addressing the protection of cultural heritage during conflicts. |
World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement |
1995 |
Agreement |
International |
Established the WTO to oversee the global trade system. |
Child Soldiers Prevention Act |
2008 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at preventing the recruitment of child soldiers. |
Voting Rights Act |
1965 |
Law |
USA |
A landmark piece of federal legislation aimed at prohibiting racial discrimination in voting. |
International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination |
1965 |
Treaty |
International |
A treaty aimed at eliminating racial discrimination globally. |
Climate Action Plan |
2013 |
Plan |
USA |
A plan aimed at reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change. |
Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference Outcomes |
2015 |
Outcomes |
International |
Outcomes from the conference focused on non-proliferation efforts. |
Constitution of the World Health Organization |
1946 |
Constitution |
International |
The founding document of the WHO setting its purpose and structure. |
Draft Resolutions of the UN General Assembly |
Daily |
Documents |
United Nations |
Resolution and proposal documents often discussed in UN meetings. |
Global Compact for Safe, Orderly and Regular Migration |
2018 |
Agreement |
International |
A UN agreement aimed at improving migration governance. |
Convention on the Rights of the Child |
1989 |
Convention |
International |
A human rights treaty aimed at protecting children worldwide. |
Affordable Housing Act |
2018 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at promoting affordable housing initiatives. |
Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) |
1973 |
Convention |
International |
Treaty aimed at ensuring international trade does not threaten endangered species. |
Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights |
2011 |
Principles |
United Nations |
Principles aimed at preventing business-related human rights abuse. |
Code of Federal Regulations |
Various Dates |
Regulations |
USA |
Compilation of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register. |
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
2006 |
Convention |
International |
A human rights treaty ensuring rights for persons with disabilities. |
Whistleblower Protection Act |
1989 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation protecting federal whistleblowers from retaliation. |
Inter-American Convention on Human Rights |
1969 |
Convention |
America |
A treaty aimed at promoting and safeguarding human rights across the Americas. |
International Criminal Court Statute |
1998 |
Statute |
International |
The treaty establishing the ICC for prosecuting individuals for international crimes. |
Framework Convention on Tobacco Control |
2003 |
Convention |
International |
A civil treaty aimed at reducing tobacco use and its effects. |
Freedom of Information Act Amendment |
2007 |
Law |
USA |
Amendments aimed at improving access to government information. |
SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) Criteria Law |
2000 |
Principle |
International |
Criteria used to guide the establishment of measurable goals. |
U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act |
1974 |
Law |
USA |
A law ensuring the quality of Americans' drinking water supply. |
European Convention on Human Rights |
1950 |
Treaty |
Europe |
A treaty aimed at protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms in Europe. |
Russian Constitution |
1993 |
Constitution |
Russia |
The constitution defining the government structure of the Russian Federation. |
Montana Wilderness Study Act |
1977 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at studying and protecting wilderness areas in Montana. |
US Canada Free Trade Agreement |
1988 |
Agreement |
USA/Canada |
An agreement aimed at reducing trade tariffs between the USA and Canada. |
Cairo Declaration on Human Rights in Islam |
1990 |
Declaration |
Islamic Countries |
A declaration aimed at human rights in the context of Islamic laws. |
American Disability Act |
1990 |
Law |
USA |
A law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities. |
United Nations Convention Against Corruption |
2003 |
Convention |
International |
An agreement aimed at combating corruption in both public and private sectors. |
United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 |
2000 |
Resolution |
International |
A resolution calling for women's participation in peace and security efforts. |
Social Security Administration Reauthorization Act |
2015 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation reauthorizing funding for the Social Security Administration. |
European Union Treaty of Lisbon |
2007 |
Treaty |
European Union |
A treaty aimed at enhancing the efficiency and democratic legitimacy of the EU. |
Arab Charter on Human Rights |
2004 |
Charter |
Arab States |
A charter aimed at promoting and protecting human rights in the Arab world. |
Prohibition Amendment (18th Amendment) |
1919 |
Amendment |
USA |
Amendment prohibiting the manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages. |
US Constitution Amendment Process |
1789 |
Process |
USA |
The formal procedure for amending the US Constitution. |
International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families |
1990 |
Convention |
International |
A convention aimed at protecting the rights of migrant workers. |
Declaration of Helsinki |
1964 |
Declaration |
International |
Ethical principles for conducting medical research involving human subjects. |
Congress of Vienna Treaty |
1815 |
Treaty |
Europe |
A treaty aimed at reorganizing Europe after the Napoleonic Wars. |
United Nations Resolution on the Question of Palestine |
1947 |
Resolution |
United Nations |
Resolution addressing the issue of Palestine and its future. |
National Environmental Policy Act |
1969 |
Law |
USA |
A law requiring environmental impact statements for federal projects. |
Family and Medical Leave Act |
1993 |
Law |
USA |
Entitles eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons. |
Abortion Rights Legislative Outcomes |
Various Dates |
Document |
International |
Documents outlining the evolution of abortion rights in various countries. |
UN Convention Against Torture |
1984 |
Treaty |
International |
An agreement aimed at preventing torture and inhumane treatment globally. |
Tripartite Agreement on Refugees |
1951 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement concerning the rights and protection of refugees. |
International Agreement on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture |
2001 |
Agreement |
International |
An international treaty ensuring food security through the conservation of genetic resources. |
Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) |
1979 |
Convention |
International |
An international treaty promoting women's rights globally. |
Convention on the Prohibition of Anti-Personnel Mines |
1997 |
Treaty |
International |
A treaty aiming to eliminate anti-personnel landmines. |
U.S. Forest Service Organic Act |
1897 |
Law |
USA |
Established the U.S. Forest Service and outlined its mission. |
Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement |
2016 |
Agreement |
International |
A trade agreement aimed at enhancing economic cooperation among Pacific Rim countries. |
UNESCO World Heritage Convention |
1972 |
Convention |
International |
A convention aimed at protecting cultural and natural heritage worldwide. |
Paris Agreement on Climate Change |
2015 |
Agreement |
International |
An agreement aiming to combat climate change by limiting global warming. |
Public Health Service Act |
1944 |
Law |
USA |
The law governing public health policy and the PHS in the USA. |
Convention Against Discrimination in Education |
1960 |
Convention |
UNESCO |
An agreement promoting equality and non-discrimination in education. |
Federal Fair Housing Act |
1968 |
Law |
USA |
Prohibits discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. |
Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage |
2003 |
Convention |
UNESCO |
A treaty aimed at protecting intangible cultural heritage worldwide. |
Convention on Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination |
1965 |
Convention |
International |
Agreement prohibiting all forms of racial discrimination globally. |
European Charter for Regional or Minority Languages |
1992 |
Charter |
Europe |
A charter aimed at protecting languages and cultures of minorities in Europe. |
Patriotism Act |
2017 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation promoting the celebration of patriotic holidays. |
National Cybersecurity Protection Act |
2014 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving cybersecurity governance and response efforts. |
Labor Law Reform Act |
2016 |
Law |
USA |
An act reforming labor laws to address modern workplace challenges. |
Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
2006 |
Convention |
UN |
An international treaty ensuring the rights of persons with disabilities. |
Sustainable Development Goals 2030 Agenda |
2015 |
Agenda |
International |
A global framework for sustainable development goals to be achieved by 2030. |
Trade Facilitation Agreement |
2013 |
Agreement |
WTO |
An agreement aimed at streamlining trade and customs processes internationally. |
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea |
1982 |
Treaty |
International |
Defines the rights and responsibilities of nations in ocean use and conservation. |
Child Care Development Block Grant Act |
2014 |
Law |
USA |
A law providing financial assistance for childcare services. |
Freedom of Expression and Information Declarations |
Various Dates |
Declarations |
International |
Documents affirming the right to freedom of expression. |
Water Resources Development Act |
2007 |
Law |
USA |
A law authorizing various water resources projects. |
Guidelines for the Protection of Cultural Heritage |
2008 |
Guidelines |
UNESCO |
Guidelines promoting the protection of cultural heritage globally. |
Racial Justice Act |
2020 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at addressing racial disparities in the justice system. |
International Disaster Emergency Relief Act |
2016 |
Law |
USA |
A law aimed at facilitating US response to international disasters. |
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights |
1966 |
Covenant |
International |
Treaty protecting civil and political rights globally. |
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Act |
1980 |
Law |
USA |
Designated the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for protection and conservation. |
Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons |
1968 |
Treaty |
International |
A treaty aimed at preventing the spread of nuclear weapons. |
United Nations Convention against transnational organized crime |
2000 |
Convention |
International |
A treaty aimed at combating organized crime and enhancing international cooperation. |
International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights |
1966 |
Covenant |
International |
Treaty promoting economic, social, and cultural rights globally. |
Love Canal Resolution |
1978 |
Resolution |
USA |
A resolution recognizing the environmental crisis at Love Canal in New York. |
Labor Relations Act |
1935 |
Law |
USA |
Establishes the right for union organizing and collective bargaining. |
Framework Convention on Tobacco Control |
2003 |
Convention |
WHO |
An international treaty aimed at reducing tobacco consumption globally. |
Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) |
2013 |
Agreement |
USA/EU |
A proposed trade agreement aimed at enhancing trade between the USA and EU. |
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Charter |
1945 |
Charter |
UNESCO |
The founding charter establishing UNESCO and its objectives. |
Defense Authorization Act |
Various Dates |
Law |
USA |
Annual legislation to authorize budget and expenditures for the Department of Defense. |
Convention to Combat Desertification |
1994 |
Convention |
UN |
An international treaty addressing land degradation and sustainable land management. |
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act |
1938 |
Law |
USA |
A law establishing the FDA's authority to regulate food and pharmaceuticals. |
Community Land Trusts Act |
2014 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation facilitating the development of community land trusts. |
European Accessibility Act |
2019 |
Law |
EU |
Act enhancing accessibility for persons with disabilities in the EU. |
Educational Funding Bill |
2022 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at increasing funding for educational programs. |
Treaty of Brussels |
1948 |
Treaty |
Europe |
A treaty consolidating defense cooperation among several European nations. |
International Code of Conduct for Private Security Service Providers |
2010 |
Code |
International |
A voluntary code of conduct for private security companies. |
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples |
2007 |
Declaration |
United Nations |
A declaration aimed at protecting the rights of indigenous people worldwide. |
Fair Trade Principles Agreement |
2001 |
Agreement |
International |
Principles aimed at promoting fair trade practices globally. |
Manhattan Project Documents |
1942-1946 |
Documents |
USA |
Classified documents related to the development of nuclear weapons. |
Environmental Impact Statement Regulations |
1970 |
Regulations |
USA |
Regulations requiring assessment of environmental impacts for federal projects. |
Helsinki Accords |
1975 |
Agreement |
International |
A political agreement aimed at improving relations between Eastern and Western Bloc countries. |
National Minimum Drinking Age Act |
1984 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation establishing the national minimum drinking age at 21. |
United Nations Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty |
1996 |
Treaty |
International |
A treaty prohibiting all nuclear explosions for any purpose. |
Racial and Ethnic Disparities Action Plan |
2020 |
Plan |
USA |
A plan addressing systemic disparities affecting racial and ethnic minorities. |
U.S. Senate Resolution on Climate Change |
2014 |
Resolution |
USA |
A resolution acknowledging the urgency of addressing climate change. |
Prison Reform Movement Documents |
1970s-Present |
Documents |
USA |
Various documents advocating for reforms in the criminal justice system. |
Nuclear Waste Policy Act |
1982 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation governing the management of nuclear waste. |
International Convention on Maritime Search and Rescue |
1979 |
Convention |
International |
A convention aimed at promoting cooperation in maritime search and rescue operations. |
Convention on the Rights of Migrant Workers |
1990 |
Convention |
International |
Treaty aimed at protecting migrant workers' rights. |
Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act |
2006 |
Law |
USA |
Proposed legislation aimed at changing immigration processes in the USA. |
Prevention of Torture Act |
2010 |
Law |
USA |
A law aimed at ensuring the prevention of torture and inhumane treatment. |
Rehabilitation for Crime Victims Act |
2012 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at providing services and support for crime victims. |
Moore's Law Documentation |
1965 |
Document |
International |
Advocacy for the prediction of technological advancements in computing. |
Comprehensive Approach to Addictions Act |
2018 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at addressing substance misuse and addiction systems. |
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans |
2008 |
Guidelines |
USA |
Guidelines promoting physical activity for health benefits. |
Forest Stewardship Act |
1990 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation promoting sustainable forest management practices. |
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act |
2015 |
Law |
USA |
Encouragement of sharing cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. |
Transgender Rights Legislation |
2019 |
Law |
USA |
Legislative action aimed at protecting transgender individuals. |
Workplace Safety and Health Act |
1970 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at ensuring safety in the workplace. |
Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act |
2010 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving child nutrition standards in schools. |
Convention on the Rights of the Child Signatory Documents |
1989 |
Documents |
UN |
Various documents establishing signatory obligations. |
Freedom of Speech Advocacy Declaration |
2001 |
Declaration |
International |
A declaration promoting freedom of speech as a fundamental human right. |
Feminist Movement Documents |
1960s-Present |
Documents |
USA |
Various advocacy works supporting women's rights and equality. |
Global Climate Action Summit Declaration |
2018 |
Declaration |
International |
A summit declaration addressing climate change initiatives. |
American Health Care Act |
2017 |
Proposed Law |
USA |
Proposed legislation to repeal and revise the Affordable Care Act. |
Web Accessibility Guidelines |
2018 |
Guidelines |
International |
Guidelines promoting accessibility in online platforms. |
National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act |
1997 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving the management of wildlife refuges. |
Digital Privacy Protection Act |
2020 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at enhancing data privacy protections for consumers. |
Convention on Corporate Social Responsibility |
2015 |
Convention |
International |
Treaty promoting CSR practices among businesses. |
Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women Reports |
1990s-Present |
Reports |
UN |
Regular reports assessing progress on gender equality. |
Public Safety Act |
2019 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at enhancing public safety measures. |
International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families |
1991 |
Convention |
International |
Treaty aimed at protecting the rights of migrant workers and their families. |
U.S. Forest Management Act |
2014 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation governing the management of national forests. |
Marine Mammal Protection Act |
1972 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting marine mammals and their habitats. |
National Voter Registration Act |
1993 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at enhancing voter registration processes. |
Domestic Violence Prevention Act |
2015 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at addressing and preventing domestic violence. |
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act |
1970 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation governing the control of registered drugs. |
Space Launch Act |
2020 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at facilitating commercial space launches. |
International Effort Against Xenophobia Declaration |
2019 |
Declaration |
International |
A declaration condemning xenophobia and promoting inclusivity. |
Energy Policy Act |
2005 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at addressing energy production and consumption. |
Standards for Foster Care Legislation |
2019 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving the foster care system. |
Date Rape Prevention Legislation |
2006 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation addressing and preventing drug-facilitated sexual assault. |
Public Health Security and Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act |
2002 |
Law |
USA |
Aimed at preparing for public health emergencies and bioterrorism. |
Inter-State Water Dispute Resolution Act |
2021 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation addressing disputes over inter-state water resource management. |
Constitution of Canada |
1867 |
Constitution |
Canada |
The constitution establishing Canada's government structure and laws. |
Disability Rights Act |
1971 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting the civil rights of individuals with disabilities. |
Prescription Drug User Fee Act |
1992 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation enabling the FDA to collect fees for new drug applications. |
Equal Pay for Equal Work Act |
1963 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on gender. |
Voting Access Improvement Act |
2021 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving access to voting for all citizens. |
United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities |
2006 |
Convention |
International |
Treaty ensuring the rights of persons with disabilities. |
Integrated Waste Management Act |
1995 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation promoting waste management strategies and recycling. |
Women's Health Equity Act |
2019 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at ensuring healthcare equity for women. |
Rural Development Act |
2000 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at improving living conditions in rural areas. |
Community Development Block Grant Program Act |
1974 |
Law |
USA |
Program established to support community development initiatives. |
Human Traffic Prevention Act |
2000 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at preventing human trafficking and supporting victims. |
Fair Housing Amendments Act |
1988 |
Law |
USA |
Amendments expanding fair housing protections. |
Freedom to Marry Act |
2013 |
Proposed Law |
USA |
Proposed legislation aimed at legalizing same-sex marriage. |
Universal Basic Income Policy |
2023 |
Policy |
Global |
Proposals and initiatives advocating for a universal income for citizens. |
Open Government Initiative |
2009 |
Policy |
USA |
Aiming to promote transparency and open government principles. |
Gig Economy Workers Rights Act |
2022 |
Law |
USA |
Legislation aimed at protecting gig workers' rights. |