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Condemning all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
3/14/2024, 4:05 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 991
Bill 118 HRES 991, also known as the resolution condemning acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the ongoing human rights violations in the country.
The resolution highlights the alarming reports of violence, oppression, and abuse targeting ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It condemns these acts and calls for immediate action to protect the rights and safety of these vulnerable populations.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and promoting peace and stability in the region. It urges the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to take concrete steps to address the root causes of violence and discrimination against ethnic minorities. Furthermore, the resolution calls on the US government to work with international partners to support efforts to promote human rights and protect ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It also encourages the US government to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the violence and to hold perpetrators of human rights abuses accountable. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 991 seeks to raise awareness of the human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and to advocate for measures to protect ethnic minorities from violence, oppression, and abuse.
The resolution highlights the alarming reports of violence, oppression, and abuse targeting ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It condemns these acts and calls for immediate action to protect the rights and safety of these vulnerable populations.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of upholding human rights and promoting peace and stability in the region. It urges the government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to take concrete steps to address the root causes of violence and discrimination against ethnic minorities. Furthermore, the resolution calls on the US government to work with international partners to support efforts to promote human rights and protect ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It also encourages the US government to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the violence and to hold perpetrators of human rights abuses accountable. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 991 seeks to raise awareness of the human rights situation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and to advocate for measures to protect ethnic minorities from violence, oppression, and abuse.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 991
Bill HRES 991 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2024. Bill HRES 991 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 1, 2024. Bill HRES 991's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 1, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 991
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
16Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 991
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 991
Condemning all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Condemning all acts of violence, oppression, and abuse against ethnic minorities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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