A resolution condemning Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and ongoing human rights violations.
12/15/2023, 4:04 PMSummary of Bill SRES 244
Bill 118 S.Res. 244 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians living in Nagorno-Karabakh, as well as the ongoing human rights violations in the region. The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and ensuring the safety and well-being of all individuals, regardless of their nationality or ethnicity.The resolution calls on Azerbaijan to immediately lift the blockade of Nagorno-Karabakh and to respect the rights of the Armenian population living in the region. It also urges the US government to work with international partners to address the human rights violations taking place in Nagorno-Karabakh and to hold those responsible accountable for their actions.
Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 244 aims to bring attention to the plight of the Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh and to advocate for their rights and safety in the face of ongoing challenges and violations.
Congressional Summary of SRES 244
This resolution condemns Azerbaijan's blockade of the Lachin Corridor to Nagorno-Karabakh (also known as Artsakh).
The resolution calls on the U.S. government to work with international partners to deploy observers to explore opportunities for security and peaceful development. The resolution also calls on the President to (1) suspend military and security assistance from the United States to Azerbaijan, and (2) fully enforce a U.S. law prohibiting certain bilateral assistance to Azerbaijan until Azerbaijan takes demonstrable steps to cease all offensive uses of force against Armenia and Nagorno-Karabakh.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 244
Bill SRES 244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2023. Bill SRES 244 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 8, 2023. Bill SRES 244's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2034-2035) as of June 8, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 244
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 244
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International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 244
A resolution condemning Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and ongoing human rights violations.A resolution condemning Azerbaijan's blockade of the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh and ongoing human rights violations.Comments
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