A resolution recognizing the Kingdom of Bhutan as responsible for the oppression and forced eviction of more than 100,000 Bhutanese citizens during the late 1980s and 1990s.

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 108 A resolution recognizing the Kingdom of Bhutan as responsible for the oppression and forced eviction of more than 100,000 Bhutanese citizens during the late 1980s and 1990s. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 4:04 PM

Summary of Bill SRES 108

Bill 118 sres 108 is a resolution that acknowledges the Kingdom of Bhutan's role in the oppression and forced eviction of over 100,000 Bhutanese citizens in the late 1980s and 1990s. The resolution highlights the human rights violations that occurred during this period, including the displacement of a significant portion of the Bhutanese population.

The resolution calls on the Kingdom of Bhutan to take responsibility for these actions and to work towards providing justice and restitution for those affected by the forced evictions. It also urges the United States government to support efforts to address the human rights abuses that took place in Bhutan during this time.

Overall, Bill 118 sres 108 aims to bring attention to the injustices that occurred in Bhutan and to encourage accountability and reconciliation for those who were impacted by the forced evictions.

Congressional Summary of SRES 108

This resolution declares that Bhutan is responsible for the oppression of Nepali-speaking Lhotshampas and Sharchops in Bhutan during the 1980s and 1990s. The resolution also (1) urges Bhutan to conduct a rapid and unconditional release of all political prisoners whose crime was demanding democracy and human rights, and (2) requests that Bhutan restore citizenship for all Nepali-speaking Lhotshampas that have had it arbitrarily revoked.

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Current Status of Bill SRES 108

Bill SRES 108 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2023. Bill SRES 108 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 15, 2023. Bill SRES 108's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S804) as of March 15, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 108

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 108

A resolution recognizing the Kingdom of Bhutan as responsible for the oppression and forced eviction of more than 100,000 Bhutanese citizens during the late 1980s and 1990s.