Calling for the end of impunity of unpunished Serbian sexual war crimes during the 1999 Kosovo war in the case of United States citizen and sexual war crime survivor Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman and other survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.

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Summary of Bill HCONRES 36

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 36 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling for an end to the impunity of unpunished Serbian sexual war crimes that occurred during the 1999 Kosovo war. The resolution specifically focuses on the case of United States citizen and sexual war crime survivor Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman, as well as other survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.

The resolution highlights the importance of holding perpetrators of sexual war crimes accountable for their actions and seeking justice for the survivors. It calls on the US government to support efforts to investigate and prosecute those responsible for these crimes, as well as to provide support and assistance to survivors.

The resolution also emphasizes the need for continued international cooperation and support in addressing the legacy of sexual war crimes in Kosovo and other conflict-affected regions. It urges the US government to work with international partners to ensure that survivors receive the justice and support they deserve. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 36 aims to bring attention to the issue of unpunished sexual war crimes in Kosovo and advocate for justice for survivors like Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman. It underscores the importance of holding perpetrators accountable and providing support to those who have suffered from these heinous crimes.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 36

This concurrent resolution calls upon Serbia to bring individuals who are responsible for the sexual war crimes against Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman in Kosovo during the 1999 war to justice and to cease the glorification and protection of individuals involved.

The concurrent resolution also

condemns the use of rape and other gender-based violence in war,
calls upon Kosovo to prioritize and expedite prosecution of rape and sexual assault cases from the 1999 war, and
calls on the United States to uphold and strengthen commitments to counter and prevent the practice of gender-based violence.

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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 36

Bill HCONRES 36 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2023. Bill HCONRES 36 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 27, 2023. Bill HCONRES 36's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 27, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 36

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 36

Calling for the end of impunity of unpunished Serbian sexual war crimes during the 1999 Kosovo war in the case of United States citizen and sexual war crime survivor Vasfije Krasniqi Goodman and other survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.