A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

3/12/2024, 8:55 AM

This resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to protect the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers. The resolution calls upon the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations to partner with the international community to solve existing conflicts, prevent new conflicts from emerging, and tackle the root causes of involuntary migration.

Bill 118 sres 258, also known as A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, was introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the significance of supporting refugees and displaced persons, both domestically and internationally.

The resolution highlights the importance of providing assistance and protection to refugees and displaced persons who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or other reasons. It acknowledges the contributions that refugees and displaced persons make to society and the economy, and emphasizes the need for the United States to continue its leadership in promoting their safety, health, and well-being.

The resolution also calls for the United States to work with international partners to address the root causes of displacement and to provide humanitarian assistance to those in need. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international laws and agreements that protect the rights of refugees and displaced persons, and calls on the United States to continue its support for refugee resettlement programs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 258 reaffirms the United States' commitment to promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for continued efforts to address the global refugee crisis.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 258

Introduced on
2023-06-20

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/20/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to protect the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers. The resolution calls upon the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations to partner with the international community to solve existing conflicts, prevent new conflicts from emerging, and tackle the root causes of involuntary migration.

Bill 118 sres 258, also known as A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, was introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the significance of supporting refugees and displaced persons, both domestically and internationally.

The resolution highlights the importance of providing assistance and protection to refugees and displaced persons who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or other reasons. It acknowledges the contributions that refugees and displaced persons make to society and the economy, and emphasizes the need for the United States to continue its leadership in promoting their safety, health, and well-being.

The resolution also calls for the United States to work with international partners to address the root causes of displacement and to provide humanitarian assistance to those in need. It emphasizes the importance of upholding international laws and agreements that protect the rights of refugees and displaced persons, and calls on the United States to continue its support for refugee resettlement programs. Overall, Bill 118 sres 258 reaffirms the United States' commitment to promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons, and calls for continued efforts to address the global refugee crisis.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary1/18/2024

This resolution reaffirms the U.S. commitment to protect the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and asylum seekers. The resolution calls upon the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Ambassador to the Uni...


Latest Action6/20/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2148)