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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as "the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda".
4/29/2025, 2:55 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 151
Bill 119 S.Res. 151 is a resolution introduced in the United States Senate that calls for the recognition of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as "the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda." The resolution expresses the sense of the Senate that the United States should officially acknowledge the atrocities committed during the genocide, which resulted in the deaths of an estimated 800,000 people, primarily Tutsi ethnic group members.
The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing and remembering the genocide in order to honor the victims and prevent similar atrocities from occurring in the future. It also emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for the perpetrators of the genocide.
The resolution is a non-binding statement of the Senate's position and does not have the force of law. However, it serves as a symbolic gesture of support for the victims and survivors of the genocide, as well as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and preventing genocide and mass atrocities. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 151 is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge and remember the tragic events of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda and to reaffirm the United States' commitment to promoting peace, justice, and human rights around the world.
The resolution highlights the importance of recognizing and remembering the genocide in order to honor the victims and prevent similar atrocities from occurring in the future. It also emphasizes the need for accountability and justice for the perpetrators of the genocide.
The resolution is a non-binding statement of the Senate's position and does not have the force of law. However, it serves as a symbolic gesture of support for the victims and survivors of the genocide, as well as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and preventing genocide and mass atrocities. Overall, Bill 119 S.Res. 151 is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge and remember the tragic events of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda and to reaffirm the United States' commitment to promoting peace, justice, and human rights around the world.
Current Status of Bill SRES 151
Bill SRES 151 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 1, 2025. Bill SRES 151 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 1, 2025. Bill SRES 151's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2097-2098) as of April 1, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 151
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 151
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 151
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as "the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda".
A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the United States should recognize the 1994 genocide in Rwanda as "the genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 151
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