A resolution condemning the coup that took place on February 1, 2021, in Burma and the Burmese military's detention of civilian leaders, calling for an immediate and unconditional release of all those detained, promoting accountability and justice for those killed by the Burmese military, and calling for those elected to serve in parliament to resume their duties without impediment, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill SRES 20

Bill 118 sres 20 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress condemning the coup that occurred in Burma on February 1, 2021. The resolution also denounces the Burmese military's detention of civilian leaders and calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all those who have been detained. Additionally, the resolution calls for accountability and justice for those who have been killed by the Burmese military during the coup.

Furthermore, the resolution urges for those who were elected to serve in parliament to be able to resume their duties without any obstacles or impediments. The resolution aims to promote democracy and the rule of law in Burma and to support the rights of the Burmese people to choose their own government through free and fair elections.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 20 seeks to show solidarity with the people of Burma and to condemn the actions of the Burmese military in undermining democracy and human rights in the country. It calls for the international community to stand together in support of the Burmese people and to hold those responsible for the coup and human rights abuses accountable.

Congressional Summary of SRES 20

This resolution states that the Senate supports the people of Burma (Myanmar) in their ambition for democracy, sustainable peace, genuine ethnic and religious reconciliation, and internationally recognized human rights for all. It also calls on the Burmese military regime to release all political prisoners detained in the February 1, 2021, military coup, remove restrictions on travel and communications, and return the elected civilian government to power.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 20

Bill SRES 20 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 31, 2023. Bill SRES 20 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on January 31, 2023. Bill SRES 20's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 154. as of July 25, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 20

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 20

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International Affairs

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AsiaBurmaDetention of personsDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadElections, voting, political campaign regulationHuman rightsInternational organizations and cooperationInternet, web applications, social mediaMultilateral development programsNews media and reportingProtest and dissentRacial and ethnic relationsSanctionsSovereignty, recognition, national governance and statusTrade restrictionsTravel and tourismUnited Nations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 20

A resolution condemning the coup that took place on February 1, 2021, in Burma and the Burmese military's detention of civilian leaders, calling for an immediate and unconditional release of all those detained, promoting accountability and justice for those killed by the Burmese military, and calling for those elected to serve in parliament to resume their duties without impediment, and for other purposes.A resolution condemning the coup that took place on February 1, 2021, in Burma and the Burmese military's detention of civilian leaders, calling for an immediate and unconditional release of all those detained, promoting accountability and justice for those killed by the Burmese military, and calling for those elected to serve in parliament to resume their duties without impediment, and for other purposes.

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