A concurrent resolution commending the bravery, courage, and resolve of the women and men of Iran demonstrating in more than 133 cities and risking their safety to speak out against the Iranian regime's human rights abuses.
3/13/2024, 11:28 AMSummary of Bill SCONRES 2
Bill 118 sconres 2 is a concurrent resolution that praises the bravery, courage, and determination of the women and men in Iran who have taken to the streets in over 133 cities to protest against the human rights violations committed by the Iranian government. The resolution acknowledges the risks these individuals are taking to speak out against the regime and commends their efforts to demand justice and accountability for the abuses they have endured.The resolution highlights the widespread demonstrations that have taken place across Iran, with protesters calling for an end to government corruption, repression, and censorship. It also recognizes the sacrifices made by those who have been injured, arrested, or killed while participating in the protests.
Furthermore, the resolution condemns the Iranian government for its crackdown on peaceful protesters, including the use of violence, arbitrary arrests, and internet shutdowns to suppress dissent. It calls on the international community to support the people of Iran in their quest for freedom and democracy. Overall, Bill 118 sconres 2 is a bipartisan effort to show solidarity with the people of Iran and to bring attention to their struggle for human rights and political reform. It emphasizes the importance of standing up for justice and democracy, even in the face of adversity and repression.
Congressional Summary of SCONRES 2
This concurrent resolution commends the bravery, courage, and resolve of the women and men of Iran who are (1) participating in the current protests to defend their fundamental human rights, and (2) risking their safety to speak out against the human rights abuses committed by the Iranian regime.
The resolution condemns (1) the brutal beating and death of Mahsa Amini; and (2) the violent suppression by the Iranian regime of women and men participating in the current demonstrations, including children, and calls for transparent accountability for all killings of protesters by Iranian security forces.
Finally, the resolution encourages continued efforts by the Biden Administration to respond to the protests, including the recent sanctioning of the Iranian morality police.
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Current Status of Bill SCONRES 2
Bill SCONRES 2 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 26, 2023. Bill SCONRES 2 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 26, 2023. Bill SCONRES 2's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 153. as of July 25, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 2
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
104Democrat Cosponsors
60Republican Cosponsors
40Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 2
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Advanced technology and technological innovationsCongressional tributesDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadForeign aid and international reliefHuman rightsIntelligence activities, surveillance, classified informationInternational organizations and cooperationInternet, web applications, social mediaIranMiddle EastPresidents and presidential powers, Vice PresidentsProtest and dissentPublic-private cooperationRule of law and government transparencySanctionsWomen's rightsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 2
A concurrent resolution commending the bravery, courage, and resolve of the women and men of Iran demonstrating in more than 133 cities and risking their safety to speak out against the Iranian regime's human rights abuses.A concurrent resolution commending the bravery, courage, and resolve of the women and men of Iran demonstrating in more than 133 cities and risking their safety to speak out against the Iranian regime's human rights abuses.Comments
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