Condemning the fraudulent January 2025 Belarusian presidential election and the Lukashenka regime's continued autocratic rule, calling for continued support for the people of Belarus who seek a democratic future, and calling for free and fair elections in Belarus in line with international standards.

2/26/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 73

Bill 119 H.Res. 73 condemns the fraudulent January 2025 Belarusian presidential election and the autocratic rule of the Lukashenka regime. The bill calls for continued support for the people of Belarus who are striving for a democratic future. It also urges free and fair elections in Belarus that adhere to international standards. The purpose of this legislation is to denounce the undemocratic practices of the Lukashenka regime and to show solidarity with the people of Belarus in their fight for democracy. The bill emphasizes the importance of upholding democratic principles and ensuring that the voices of the Belarusian people are heard through legitimate and transparent elections.

Congressional Summary of HRES 73

This resolution condemns the Belarusian presidential election of January 26, 2025, as neither free nor fair and calls on the Lukashenka regime to hold free and fair elections with credible international monitoring. The resolution also condemns the Lukashenka regime's (1) repression of the Belarusian democratic opposition, (2) support for Russia's war against Ukraine, and (3) complicity in the forcible transfer of Ukrainian children from Ukraine.

The resolution supports additional sanctions against the regime and calls for continued support to the Belarusian democratic opposition.

Current Status of Bill HRES 73

Bill HRES 73 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since January 28, 2025. Bill HRES 73 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HRES 73's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 28, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 73

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 73

Condemning the fraudulent January 2025 Belarusian presidential election and the Lukashenka regime's continued autocratic rule, calling for continued support for the people of Belarus who seek a democratic future, and calling for free and fair elections in Belarus in line with international standards.