S.CON.RES.18: A concurrent resolution recognizing March 25, 1997, as the anniversary of the Proclamation of Belarusan independence, and calling on the Government of Belarus to respect fundamental freedoms and human rights.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about law
  • Introduced March 20, 1997
  • Latest Major Action March 20, 1997

Bill Summary

Calls upon the President to urge President Lukashenka and the Government of Belarus to: (1) abide by the provisions of the Helsinki Final Act and other agreements of the Organization for the Security and Cooperation of Europe; and (2) guarantee human rights, fundamental freedom (including freedom of the press, assembly, and expression), and separation of powers. Supports the people of Belarus in: (1) maintaining independent statehood; (2)...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
March 20, 1997

Introduced in the Senate by Frank R. Lautenberg (D-N.J.)

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