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H.RES.353: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives concerning human rights and due process in Ecuador.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Feb. 5, 1998
- Latest Major Action Feb. 18, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (8 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Denounces the disregard for and violation of legal and human rights within the Ecuadoran judicial system of U.S. citizen James Gordon Williams and any others held without cause or deprived of due process of law. Supports action by the Ecuadoran legislature to address these problems, including the release of Mr. Williams to the United States.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere.
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Feb. 5, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Jack Kingston (R-Ga.) |