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Recognizing the catastrophic impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and the devastation inflicted upon the Pakistani people.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 23
Bill 118 H.Res. 23, titled "Recognizing the catastrophic impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and the devastation inflicted upon the Pakistani people," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and address the severe consequences of the monsoon season in Pakistan in 2022.
The resolution highlights the significant damage caused by the heavy rainfall and flooding during the monsoon season, which resulted in widespread destruction of homes, infrastructure, and agricultural land in Pakistan. It recognizes the loss of lives and displacement of thousands of people, as well as the economic hardships faced by the affected communities.
The resolution calls for the US government to provide humanitarian assistance and support to the Pakistani people in their recovery efforts. It emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and solidarity in responding to natural disasters and supporting vulnerable populations in times of crisis. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 23 aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and to mobilize resources and support for the affected communities. It underscores the need for proactive measures to mitigate the effects of natural disasters and to build resilience in vulnerable regions.
The resolution highlights the significant damage caused by the heavy rainfall and flooding during the monsoon season, which resulted in widespread destruction of homes, infrastructure, and agricultural land in Pakistan. It recognizes the loss of lives and displacement of thousands of people, as well as the economic hardships faced by the affected communities.
The resolution calls for the US government to provide humanitarian assistance and support to the Pakistani people in their recovery efforts. It emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and solidarity in responding to natural disasters and supporting vulnerable populations in times of crisis. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 23 aims to raise awareness about the devastating impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and to mobilize resources and support for the affected communities. It underscores the need for proactive measures to mitigate the effects of natural disasters and to build resilience in vulnerable regions.
Congressional Summary of HRES 23
This resolution states that the United States is a leader in providing humanitarian assistance to those in need and will continue to support Pakistan and its people amid the recent flooding and devastation. It also urges the Biden Administration to expeditiously grant Temporary Protected Status to eligible Pakistani nationals currently residing in the United States.
(Temporary Protected Status allows an individual to temporarily remain in the United States.)
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Current Status of Bill HRES 23
Bill HRES 23 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2023. Bill HRES 23 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HRES 23's most recent activity was 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. as of January 11, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 23
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 23
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Immigration status and procedures
- Natural disasters
- Pakistan
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 23
Recognizing the catastrophic impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and the devastation inflicted upon the Pakistani people.
Recognizing the catastrophic impact of the 2022 monsoon season in Pakistan and the devastation inflicted upon the Pakistani people.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 23
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