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- H.RES.609
H.RES.609: Expressing concern over interference with freedom of the press and the independence of judicial and electoral institutions in Peru.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Oct. 20, 1998
- Latest Major Action Oct. 21, 1998
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the erosion of the independence of judicial and electoral branches of the Government of Peru and the blatant intimidation of journalists in Peru are matters for concern by the United States; and (2) the United States should seek an independent investigation and report on threats to press freedom and judicial independence in Peru by the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights of...
(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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| Oct. 20, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Benjamin A. Gilman (R-N.Y.) |