Affirming the nature and importance of the support of the United States for the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq.

11/21/2024, 4:50 PM

This resolution affirms that the fundamental human right and dignity of the religious and ethnic minority communities of Iraq should be a policy priority of the United States and the international community.

Bill 118 HRES 554, also known as "Affirming the nature and importance of the support of the United States for the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and support the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq, particularly those who have been targeted by ISIS.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of providing assistance and support to these survivors, who have faced unimaginable atrocities and persecution. It recognizes the need for the United States to continue to prioritize efforts to protect and assist these vulnerable populations, including providing humanitarian aid, resettlement assistance, and support for justice and accountability for those responsible for the genocide.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners and organizations to ensure that the survivors of genocide in Iraq are able to rebuild their lives and communities in safety and dignity. It also urges the government to continue to support efforts to promote religious freedom and tolerance in Iraq and around the world. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 554 highlights the importance of standing in solidarity with the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq and reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting and advocating for their rights and well-being.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 554

Introduced on
2023-06-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/23/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
Passed in House
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution affirms that the fundamental human right and dignity of the religious and ethnic minority communities of Iraq should be a policy priority of the United States and the international community.

Bill 118 HRES 554, also known as "Affirming the nature and importance of the support of the United States for the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq," is a resolution introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to acknowledge and support the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq, particularly those who have been targeted by ISIS.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of providing assistance and support to these survivors, who have faced unimaginable atrocities and persecution. It recognizes the need for the United States to continue to prioritize efforts to protect and assist these vulnerable populations, including providing humanitarian aid, resettlement assistance, and support for justice and accountability for those responsible for the genocide.

Furthermore, the resolution calls on the United States government to work with international partners and organizations to ensure that the survivors of genocide in Iraq are able to rebuild their lives and communities in safety and dignity. It also urges the government to continue to support efforts to promote religious freedom and tolerance in Iraq and around the world. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 554 highlights the importance of standing in solidarity with the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq and reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting and advocating for their rights and well-being.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAffirming the nature and importance of the support of the United States for the religious and ethnic minority survivors of genocide in Iraq.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Foreign aid and international relief•
Human rights•
Iraq•
Middle East•
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons•
Religion•
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary10/6/2023

This resolution affirms that the fundamental human right and dignity of the religious and ethnic minority communities of Iraq should be a policy priority of the United States and the international community.


Latest Action11/20/2024
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.