Foreign Policy
Congressman Brad Sherman currently serves as the second-ranked Democrat on the United States House Foreign Affairs Committee and has been a member for over 27 years.
Sherman has pursued and supported policies to expand U.S. exports, prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons and strengthen alliances with key allies.
Below are some recent efforts and more information on Congressman Sherman's work to promote a just and effective U.S. foreign policy.
Congressman Sherman's Areas of Special Focus:
United States - Armenia Relationship
United States - Greece Relationship
United States - India Relationship
United States - Israel Relationship
Congressman Sherman's Foreign Policy Related Caucus Memberships:
Armenia Caucus
Hellenic Caucus
India Caucus
Israel Allies Caucus
Pacific Islands Caucus
Sindh Caucus
Taiwan Caucus
Ukraine Caucus
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GRANADA HILLS, CA – Congressman Brad Sherman joined Indian Ambassador Nirupama Rao this past weekend at a festival in Granada Hills celebrating the 66th anniversary of India's Independence. Thousands of Valley residents participated in the celebration at Granada Hills High School.
Congressman Sherman invited Ambassador Rao to the San Fernando Valley and hosted her over the weekend at a number of events.
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (D – CA), a senior member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rajnath Singh. Sherman is an active member of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian-Americans.
Over the years, Congressman Sherman has met with a wide range of Indian leaders from many organizations, including the Indian National Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Sherman Leads Bipartisan Effort to Secure Funds for U.S.-Israel Energy Cooperation
House Passes Energy and Water Spending Bill with $2 Million for U.S.-Israel Energy Cooperation Program
Washington, DC – The U.S. House of Representatives passed federal spending legislation late last night that includes $2 million for the U.S.–Israel Energy Cooperation Program, a program championed by Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA).
72 Members of Congress Urge State Department to Prioritize Release of Kidnapped Archbishops in Syria
Sherman, Bilirakis, Maloney, Sarbanes, Franks, and Pompeo Lead Effort in House of Representatives
Washington, DC – 72 Members of Congress, led by Representatives Brad Sherman (D-CA), Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL), Carolyn Maloney (D-NY), John Sarbanes (D-MD), Trent Franks (R-AZ), and Mike Pompeo (R-KS), urged the State Department to prioritize the release of two kidnapped Archbishops in a letter to Secretary Kerry.
Washington, DC – Today, at a hearing on “The Rebalance to Asia: Why South Asia Matters” in the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA), warned of excessive U.S. military commitment toward the Japan-China dispute over the islands known as Diaoyu Islands in China and Senkaku Islands in Japan.
Introduction Follows House Bill Introduced by Representatives Sherman and Poe
Top Israeli Media Give Prominent Coverage to Bill to Add Israel to the U.S. Visa Waiver Program
Washington, DC – The top publications in Israel, including front page articles in The Jerusalem Post and Israel Hayom, focused on the importance of Congressman Brad Sherman's Visa Waiver for Israel Act. The two most popular television stations in Israel, Channel 2 and Channel 10, broadcasted coverage of a January 15, 2013, press conference on the bill to a national audience.
Senator Ron Wyden to Introduce Bill in the Senate
Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) introduced the Visa Waiver for Israel Act along with lead cosponsor Congressman Ted Poe (R-TX). The bill would pave the way for Israel’s entrance into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program. 49 members of the House joined with Sherman and Poe in introducing the legislation. Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) is introducing the same bill in the Senate.
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