Bill 119 S.Res. 151 is a resolution introduced in the United States Senate that calls for the recognition of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as "the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda." The resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should officially acknowledge the atrocities committed during the genocide, which resulted in the deaths of an estimated 800,000 people, primarily Tutsi ethnic group members.
The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing and remembering the genocide in order to honor the victims and prevent similar atrocities from occurring in the future. It also emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for the perpetrators of the genocide.
The resolution is a non-binding statement of the Senate's position and does not have the force of law. However, it serves as a symbolic gesture of support for the victims and survivors of the genocide, as well as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and preventing genocide and mass atrocities.
Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 151 is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge and remember the tragic events of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda and to reaffirm the United States' commitment to promoting peace, justice, and human rights around the world.