Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

6/22/2024, 8:48 AM
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HRES 1314, also known as the "Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world," is a piece of legislation that emphasizes the United States' commitment to supporting refugees and displaced persons both domestically and internationally.

The bill highlights the importance of promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, recognizing the challenges and hardships they face as they seek refuge from conflict, persecution, and other forms of violence. It reaffirms the United States' role in providing assistance and protection to these vulnerable populations, and calls for continued efforts to address their needs and ensure their rights are upheld.

Specifically, the bill calls for increased support for refugee resettlement programs, humanitarian aid efforts, and other initiatives aimed at assisting refugees and displaced persons. It also emphasizes the importance of upholding international laws and agreements that protect the rights of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for the United States to work with other countries and organizations to address the root causes of displacement and promote long-term solutions. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1314 underscores 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 these vulnerable populations both at home and abroad.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 1314

Introduced on
2024-06-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/21/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 118 HRES 1314, also known as the "Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world," is a piece of legislation that emphasizes the United States' commitment to supporting refugees and displaced persons both domestically and internationally.

The bill highlights the importance of promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, recognizing the challenges and hardships they face as they seek refuge from conflict, persecution, and other forms of violence. It reaffirms the United States' role in providing assistance and protection to these vulnerable populations, and calls for continued efforts to address their needs and ensure their rights are upheld.

Specifically, the bill calls for increased support for refugee resettlement programs, humanitarian aid efforts, and other initiatives aimed at assisting refugees and displaced persons. It also emphasizes the importance of upholding international laws and agreements that protect the rights of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for the United States to work with other countries and organizations to address the root causes of displacement and promote long-term solutions. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1314 underscores 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 these vulnerable populations both at home and abroad.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedReaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the commi...