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Recognizing the Tenth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.
4/19/2024, 12:39 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1142
Bill 118 HRES 1142, titled "Recognizing the Tenth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution acknowledges the tenth anniversary of the abduction of over 200 schoolgirls from Chibok, Nigeria by the Boko Haram terrorist group in 2014.
The resolution calls on the Government of Nigeria to intensify its efforts to end the ongoing conflict in northeast and central Nigeria, where Boko Haram has been carrying out attacks and kidnappings for years. It also urges the Nigerian government to provide assistance to the victims of the conflict, including the Chibok girls who are still missing or have been rescued but continue to suffer from the trauma of their ordeal.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in combating terrorism and supporting the victims of such atrocities. It highlights the need for the US government to continue working with Nigeria and other partners in the region to address the root causes of extremism and promote peace and stability in the affected areas. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1142 aims to raise awareness about the ongoing crisis in Nigeria, particularly the plight of the Chibok girls and other victims of Boko Haram's violence. It calls for renewed efforts to bring an end to the conflict and provide much-needed support to those affected by it.
The resolution calls on the Government of Nigeria to intensify its efforts to end the ongoing conflict in northeast and central Nigeria, where Boko Haram has been carrying out attacks and kidnappings for years. It also urges the Nigerian government to provide assistance to the victims of the conflict, including the Chibok girls who are still missing or have been rescued but continue to suffer from the trauma of their ordeal.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in combating terrorism and supporting the victims of such atrocities. It highlights the need for the US government to continue working with Nigeria and other partners in the region to address the root causes of extremism and promote peace and stability in the affected areas. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1142 aims to raise awareness about the ongoing crisis in Nigeria, particularly the plight of the Chibok girls and other victims of Boko Haram's violence. It calls for renewed efforts to bring an end to the conflict and provide much-needed support to those affected by it.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1142
This resolution calls for the immediate release of all Boko Haram captives, specifically the remaining Chibok schoolgirls and Leah Sharibu. The resolution also urges both Nigeria and the United States to take certain actions to address the abduction of women by Boko Haram and related terrorist groups.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1142
Bill HRES 1142 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 12, 2024. Bill HRES 1142 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 12, 2024. Bill HRES 1142's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 12, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1142
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
34Democrat Cosponsors
34Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1142
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1142
Recognizing the Tenth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.
Recognizing the Tenth Anniversary of the Chibok Girls Kidnapping by the Boko Haram Terrorist Organization and calling on the Government of Nigeria to redouble efforts to bring an end to the conflict in northeast and central Nigeria and to provide assistance to the victims.
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