Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian state on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death.

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Summary of Bill HRES 561

H.Res. 561, introduced in the 119th Congress on June 27, 2025, is titled "Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian state on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death."

Current Status of Bill HRES 561

Bill HRES 561 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 27, 2025. Bill HRES 561 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 27, 2025. Bill HRES 561's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 27, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 561

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 561

Honoring the life and legacy of Father Stan, a prominent human rights activist who died while in custody of the Indian state on July 5, 2021, and encouraging India to pursue an independent investigation into his arrest, incarceration, and death.