Observing the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

This resolution observes the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, remembering the victims and survivors. It also recognizes the ongoing efforts of Rwanda to promote peace, reconciliation, and development, as well as reaffirms a commitment to prevent genocide and other mass atrocities.

Bill 118 HRES 256, also known as Observing the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to commemorate the tragic events that occurred in Rwanda in 1994. The resolution aims to honor the memory of the victims of the genocide and to recognize the resilience and strength of the survivors.

The resolution acknowledges the genocide that took place in Rwanda, where an estimated 800,000 Tutsi and moderate Hutu were brutally killed in a span of 100 days. It condemns the atrocities committed during the genocide and calls for justice for the perpetrators.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of remembering the genocide in order to prevent such atrocities from happening again in the future. It also recognizes the efforts of the Rwandan people in rebuilding their country and promoting reconciliation and unity. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 256 serves as a reminder of the importance of acknowledging and learning from the past in order to create a more peaceful and just world.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 256

Introduced on
2023-03-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/27/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution observes the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, remembering the victims and survivors. It also recognizes the ongoing efforts of Rwanda to promote peace, reconciliation, and development, as well as reaffirms a commitment to prevent genocide and other mass atrocities.

Bill 118 HRES 256, also known as Observing the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to commemorate the tragic events that occurred in Rwanda in 1994. The resolution aims to honor the memory of the victims of the genocide and to recognize the resilience and strength of the survivors.

The resolution acknowledges the genocide that took place in Rwanda, where an estimated 800,000 Tutsi and moderate Hutu were brutally killed in a span of 100 days. It condemns the atrocities committed during the genocide and calls for justice for the perpetrators.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the importance of remembering the genocide in order to prevent such atrocities from happening again in the future. It also recognizes the efforts of the Rwandan people in rebuilding their country and promoting reconciliation and unity. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 256 serves as a reminder of the importance of acknowledging and learning from the past in order to create a more peaceful and just world.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedObserving the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary11/20/2023

This resolution observes the 29th anniversary of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda, remembering the victims and survivors. It also recognizes the ongoing efforts of Rwanda to p...


Latest Action3/27/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.