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Expressing support for the people of Afghanistan, condemning the Taliban's assault on human rights and the specific targeting of women, girls, and members of religious and ethnic minorities, and expressing support for any Afghans who assisted in the United States mission in Afghanistan.
6/11/2024, 3:39 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 616
Bill 118 HRES 616, titled "Expressing support for the people of Afghanistan," condemns the Taliban's assault on human rights, particularly their targeting of women, girls, and members of religious and ethnic minorities. The bill also expresses support for any Afghans who assisted in the United States mission in Afghanistan.
The bill highlights the importance of standing in solidarity with the people of Afghanistan, who have faced significant challenges and threats to their rights and freedoms under the Taliban's rule. It emphasizes the need to protect the rights of women, girls, and minority groups who have been specifically targeted by the Taliban.
Additionally, the bill recognizes and expresses gratitude for the Afghans who supported the United States mission in Afghanistan, acknowledging their bravery and sacrifice in assisting American efforts in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 616 aims to show support for the people of Afghanistan, condemn the Taliban's actions, and recognize the contributions of those who have assisted the United States in the region.
The bill highlights the importance of standing in solidarity with the people of Afghanistan, who have faced significant challenges and threats to their rights and freedoms under the Taliban's rule. It emphasizes the need to protect the rights of women, girls, and minority groups who have been specifically targeted by the Taliban.
Additionally, the bill recognizes and expresses gratitude for the Afghans who supported the United States mission in Afghanistan, acknowledging their bravery and sacrifice in assisting American efforts in the region. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 616 aims to show support for the people of Afghanistan, condemn the Taliban's actions, and recognize the contributions of those who have assisted the United States in the region.
Congressional Summary of HRES 616
This resolution condemns the Taliban’s ongoing human rights abuses against women and girls, members of religious and ethnic minorities, and members of other vulnerable groups in Afghanistan. It also encourages the Department of State to consider determining whether the Taliban have committed crimes against humanity in connection to their treatment of women and girls.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 616
Bill HRES 616 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2023. Bill HRES 616 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2023. Bill HRES 616's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 0. as of May 22, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 616
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
88Democrat Cosponsors
56Republican Cosponsors
32Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 616
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 616
Expressing support for the people of Afghanistan, condemning the Taliban's assault on human rights and the specific targeting of women, girls, and members of religious and ethnic minorities, and expressing support for any Afghans who assisted in the United States mission in Afghanistan.
Expressing support for the people of Afghanistan, condemning the Taliban's assault on human rights and the specific targeting of women, girls, and members of religious and ethnic minorities, and expressing support for any Afghans who assisted in the United States mission in Afghanistan.
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