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- H.RES.810
H.RES.810: Calling for an end to the state of emergency in Pakistan.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced Nov. 8, 2007
- Latest Major Action Nov. 9, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
26 (24 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses opposition to the declaration of a state of emergency by President Pervez Musharraf, calls for a return to constitutional order, and urges the government of Pakistan to ensure that free elections are held in January 2008, as scheduled. Calls for security for Pakistan's opposition leaders, including former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, and the release of individuals detained without charges.Calls on the government of Pakistan to end...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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| Nov. 8, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) |