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Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to fortify relations with the people and Government of Nigeria and calling for the country to commit to a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process.
12/15/2023, 3:51 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 143
Bill 118 HRES 143, also known as the "Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to fortify relations with the people and Government of Nigeria and calling for the country to commit to a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.
The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the importance of strengthening the relationship between the United States and Nigeria, both with the Nigerian government and its people. It calls for Nigeria to uphold democratic principles by conducting peaceful, credible, and timely elections.
The resolution highlights the historical ties between the US and Nigeria, as well as the shared values of democracy and human rights. It acknowledges the challenges that Nigeria has faced in the past with regards to electoral processes and calls for a commitment to free and fair elections in the future. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 143 aims to encourage Nigeria to continue on the path towards democratic governance and to foster a positive and cooperative relationship between the two countries.
The purpose of this resolution is to emphasize the importance of strengthening the relationship between the United States and Nigeria, both with the Nigerian government and its people. It calls for Nigeria to uphold democratic principles by conducting peaceful, credible, and timely elections.
The resolution highlights the historical ties between the US and Nigeria, as well as the shared values of democracy and human rights. It acknowledges the challenges that Nigeria has faced in the past with regards to electoral processes and calls for a commitment to free and fair elections in the future. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 143 aims to encourage Nigeria to continue on the path towards democratic governance and to foster a positive and cooperative relationship between the two countries.
Congressional Summary of HRES 143
This resolution reaffirms the House of Representatives' commitment to strengthening ties between the United States and Nigeria. The resolution also (1) supports the rights of Nigerians to free and fair elections; (2) condemns the Islamic State-West Africa Province, Boko Haram, and other violent extremist groups; and (3) calls on the government of Nigeria to uphold its commitment to good governance.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 143
Bill HRES 143 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2023. Bill HRES 143 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2023. Bill HRES 143's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 21, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 143
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 HRES 143
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 143
Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to fortify relations with the people and Government of Nigeria and calling for the country to commit to a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process.
Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to fortify relations with the people and Government of Nigeria and calling for the country to commit to a peaceful, credible, and timely electoral process.
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