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Condemning human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.
12/29/2022, 5:33 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 1196
Bill 117 H.Res. 1196 is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress that condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India. The bill specifically targets violations that target Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities in the country.
The bill highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background. It calls on the Indian government to take action to address these violations and ensure that all citizens are able to practice their religion and culture without fear of persecution.
The legislation emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for those responsible for committing human rights violations in India. It also calls for increased cooperation between the United States and India to address these issues and promote religious freedom and tolerance. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1196 aims to bring attention to the ongoing human rights violations in India and urge the Indian government to take action to protect the rights of all its citizens, regardless of their religious or cultural background.
The bill highlights the importance of protecting the rights and freedoms of all individuals, regardless of their religious beliefs or cultural background. It calls on the Indian government to take action to address these violations and ensure that all citizens are able to practice their religion and culture without fear of persecution.
The legislation emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for those responsible for committing human rights violations in India. It also calls for increased cooperation between the United States and India to address these issues and promote religious freedom and tolerance. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1196 aims to bring attention to the ongoing human rights violations in India and urge the Indian government to take action to protect the rights of all its citizens, regardless of their religious or cultural background.
Congressional Summary of HRES 1196
This resolution condemns human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.
The resolution also calls on the Department of State to designate India as a country of particular concern under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 and the Frank R. Wolf International Religious Freedom Act of 2016.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 1196
Bill HRES 1196 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 21, 2022. Bill HRES 1196 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 21, 2022. Bill HRES 1196's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 21, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1196
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
24Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1196
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1196
Condemning human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.
Condemning human rights violations and violations of international religious freedom in India, including those targeting Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Dalits, Adivasis, and other religious and cultural minorities.
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