S.RES.112: A resolution condemning the most recent outbreak of violence in the Republic of Congo and recognizing the threat such violence poses to the prospects for a stable democratic form of government in that country.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about international affairs
  • Introduced July 31, 1997
  • Latest Major Action Oct. 8, 1997

Bill Cosponsor

Bill Summary

Condemns violent attempts to overthrow the freely elected Government of the Republic of Congo and encourages all parties involved in the conflict to reach a lasting cease-fire. Calls on all private militia to disband to end the continuing threat to peace and stability in the Republic of Congo. Reaffirms support for constitutional government, the rule of law, human rights, and democratic processes in the Republic of Congo and calls upon...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported to Senate by Senator Helms without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 199.
July 31, 1997

Introduced in the Senate by John Ashcroft (R-Mo.)

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