A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States to promote the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons.

12/29/2022, 5:48 PM

This resolution reaffirms the goals of World Refugee Day and the commitment of the United States to promote the safety and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers.

Bill 117 sres 684, also known as a resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States to promote the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, was introduced in the United States Senate. The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the significance of the United States' role in supporting and protecting refugees and displaced persons, who are often fleeing from dangerous and unstable situations in their home countries.

The resolution highlights the importance of providing assistance to refugees and displaced persons, including access to healthcare, education, and other essential services. It also emphasizes the need for the United States to work with international partners to address the root causes of displacement and to promote peace and stability in regions affected by conflict and crisis.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on the United States government to uphold its commitments to international humanitarian law and to continue providing support to organizations that assist refugees and displaced persons. It also recognizes the contributions that refugees and displaced persons make to their host communities and the importance of welcoming them with compassion and respect. Overall, Bill 117 sres 684 reaffirms the United States' commitment to promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for continued efforts to support and protect those who are most vulnerable in times of crisis.
Congress
117

Number
SRES - 684

Introduced on
2022-06-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/21/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution reaffirms the goals of World Refugee Day and the commitment of the United States to promote the safety and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers.

Bill 117 sres 684, also known as a resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States to promote the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, was introduced in the United States Senate. The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the significance of the United States' role in supporting and protecting refugees and displaced persons, who are often fleeing from dangerous and unstable situations in their home countries.

The resolution highlights the importance of providing assistance to refugees and displaced persons, including access to healthcare, education, and other essential services. It also emphasizes the need for the United States to work with international partners to address the root causes of displacement and to promote peace and stability in regions affected by conflict and crisis.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on the United States government to uphold its commitments to international humanitarian law and to continue providing support to organizations that assist refugees and displaced persons. It also recognizes the contributions that refugees and displaced persons make to their host communities and the importance of welcoming them with compassion and respect. Overall, Bill 117 sres 684 reaffirms the United States' commitment to promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for continued efforts to support and protect those who are most vulnerable in times of crisis.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States to promote the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays•
Conflicts and wars•
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Foreign aid and international relief•
Human rights•
Human trafficking•
Immigration status and procedures•
International organizations and cooperation•
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons•
Religion•
Sex offenses•
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination•
Smuggling and trafficking•
United Nations•
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary7/5/2022

This resolution reaffirms the goals of World Refugee Day and the commitment of the United States to promote the safety and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers.


Latest Action6/21/2022
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3033)