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- H.CON.RES.179
H.CON.RES.179: Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the human rights situation in the Republic of Turkey in light of that country's desire to host the next summit meeting of the heads of state or government of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE).
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Oct. 28, 1997
- Latest Major Action Nov. 9, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (7 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Congress that: (1) hosting a summit of the heads of state or government of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) should be reserved for participating states that have demonstrated steadfast support for Helsinki principles and standards, particularly respect for human rights; (2) the United States should refuse to give consensus to any proposal that Turkey serve as the venue for such a summit...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on International Operations and Human Rights.
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| Oct. 28, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |