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A joint resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

3/13/2024, 10:57 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 46

Bill 118 SJRes 46 is a joint resolution that aims to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi, a Saudi Arabian journalist and Washington Post columnist who was killed in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey in 2018. The resolution calls for accountability for those responsible for Khashoggi's murder and urges the United States government to take action to ensure justice is served.

The resolution highlights the importance of protecting journalists and freedom of the press, as well as the need for transparency and accountability in cases of violence against journalists. It also condemns the Saudi government for its role in Khashoggi's murder and calls for the release of all individuals detained for their peaceful expression of dissent.

Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 46 serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law, and calls on the United States government to take a stand against those who seek to silence journalists and suppress freedom of speech.

Current Status of Bill SJRES 46

Bill SJRES 46 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2023. Bill SJRES 46 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 29, 2023.  Bill SJRES 46's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of September 29, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 46

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
34
Democrat Cosponsors
32
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 46

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 46

A joint resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.
A joint resolution commemorating the fifth anniversary of the murder of Jamal Khashoggi and calling for accountability.

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