Condemning the conflict in Sudan and supporting the people of Sudan, and for other purposes.

1/3/2024, 5:45 PM

This resolution urges combatants in the conflict in Sudan to agree to an immediate cease-fire. The resolution condemns the outbreak of armed conflict and departure from the transition to a democratic government. The resolution also calls on the President and federal agencies to urgently resource and scale up the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Sudan and the region.

Bill 118 HRES 585, also known as the "Condemning the conflict in Sudan and supporting the people of Sudan, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to address the ongoing conflict in Sudan and show support for the people of Sudan. The bill aims to condemn the violence and human rights abuses that have been taking place in Sudan, particularly in the regions of Darfur, South Kordofan, and Blue Nile.

The bill also calls for the US government to work with international partners to help bring an end to the conflict in Sudan and support efforts to promote peace, stability, and democracy in the country. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Sudan who have been affected by the conflict.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 585 seeks to raise awareness about the situation in Sudan, condemn the violence and human rights abuses that have occurred, and show support for the people of Sudan in their quest for peace and stability.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 585

Introduced on
2023-07-13

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/13/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution urges combatants in the conflict in Sudan to agree to an immediate cease-fire. The resolution condemns the outbreak of armed conflict and departure from the transition to a democratic government. The resolution also calls on the President and federal agencies to urgently resource and scale up the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Sudan and the region.

Bill 118 HRES 585, also known as the "Condemning the conflict in Sudan and supporting the people of Sudan, and for other purposes" bill, was introduced in the US Congress to address the ongoing conflict in Sudan and show support for the people of Sudan. The bill aims to condemn the violence and human rights abuses that have been taking place in Sudan, particularly in the regions of Darfur, South Kordofan, and Blue Nile.

The bill also calls for the US government to work with international partners to help bring an end to the conflict in Sudan and support efforts to promote peace, stability, and democracy in the country. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Sudan who have been affected by the conflict.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 585 seeks to raise awareness about the situation in Sudan, condemn the violence and human rights abuses that have occurred, and show support for the people of Sudan in their quest for peace and stability.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCondemning the conflict in Sudan and supporting the people of Sudan, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary10/16/2023

This resolution urges combatants in the conflict in Sudan to agree to an immediate cease-fire. The resolution condemns the outbreak of armed conflict and departure from the transition to a democratic government. The resolution also calls on the P...


Latest Action7/13/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the juri...