A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.

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Summary of Bill SRES 473

Bill 117 S.Res. 473, also known as a resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan, focuses on the importance of upholding the arms embargo until certain conditions are met in the country. The resolution emphasizes the need for peace, stability, democracy, and development in South Sudan before the embargo can be lifted.

The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in South Sudan, noting the devastating impact of the violence on the civilian population. It acknowledges the role of the United Nations arms embargo in preventing the flow of weapons into the country and exacerbating the conflict.

The resolution calls on the international community to continue to support efforts to bring about peace and stability in South Sudan. It emphasizes the importance of holding accountable those responsible for human rights abuses and violations of international law in the country. Overall, Bill 117 S.Res. 473 underscores the Senate's commitment to promoting peace and security in South Sudan and recognizes the critical role of the United Nations arms embargo in achieving these goals. It urges continued international cooperation and support for efforts to address the root causes of the conflict and create conditions for lasting peace and development in the country.

Congressional Summary of SRES 473

This resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should call on other member states of the United Nations (UN) to redouble efforts to enforce the UN arms embargo on South Sudan.

The resolution also expresses that the United States, through its Mission to the UN, should use its voice and vote in the UN Security Council in favor of maintaining the UN arms embargo on South Sudan until

the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan is fully implemented; or
credible, fair, and transparent democratic elections are held in South Sudan.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 473

Bill SRES 473 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 8, 2021. Bill SRES 473 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 8, 2021. Bill SRES 473's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S2460; text: 12/8/2021 CR S9048) as of May 11, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 473

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International Affairs

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AfricaConflicts and warsElections, voting, political campaign regulationMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsSouth SudanTrade restrictionsUnited Nations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 473

A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate on the necessity of maintaining the United Nations arms embargo on South Sudan until conditions for peace, stability, democracy, and development exist.

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