Condemning the Government of Iran's torture and murder of Mahsa Amini and its crackdown on protesters seeking basic human rights, and supporting the protesters in their demands for freedom.

12/29/2022, 12:48 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1397

Bill 117 H.Res. 1397, titled "Condemning the Government of Iran's torture and murder of Mahsa Amini and its crackdown on protesters seeking basic human rights, and supporting the protesters in their demands for freedom," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The resolution aims to denounce the Iranian government for its human rights abuses, specifically the torture and murder of Mahsa Amini, a young woman who was killed while in police custody.

The resolution also condemns the Iranian government's crackdown on protesters who are seeking basic human rights and freedoms. It expresses support for the protesters in their demands for freedom and calls on the Iranian government to respect the rights of its citizens and allow for peaceful protests.

The resolution highlights the importance of upholding human rights and democracy in Iran and urges the international community to hold the Iranian government accountable for its actions. It emphasizes the need for the US to stand in solidarity with the Iranian people in their fight for freedom and justice. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1397 is a strong statement against the Iranian government's human rights abuses and a call to action for the US to support the protesters in their quest for basic human rights and freedoms.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1397

This resolution condemns the Iranian regime's torture and murder of Mahsa Amini.

The resolution condemns the Iranian regime's laws that discriminate against women.

The resolution also condemns the Iranian regime's use of violence against those peacefully protesting the government and seeking freedom.

Finally, the resolution recognizes the right to self-determination for the Iranian people struggling to establish a democratic, secular, and nonnuclear Iran.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1397

Bill HRES 1397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2022. Bill HRES 1397 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 28, 2022. Bill HRES 1397's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism. as of September 28, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1397

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1397

Condemning the Government of Iran's torture and murder of Mahsa Amini and its crackdown on protesters seeking basic human rights, and supporting the protesters in their demands for freedom.