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- S.RES.541
S.RES.541: A resolution supporting humanitarian assistance, protection of civilians, accountability for abuses in Somalia, and urging concrete progress in line with the Transitional Federal Charter of Somalia toward the establishment of a viable government of nation
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about law
- Introduced April 29, 2008
- Latest Major Action May 21, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (6 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the sense of the Senate that: (1) the United States remains committed to the people of Somalia and to helping build the institutions necessary for a stable and peaceful nation; and (2) the President, in partnership with the African Union, the United Nations, and the international community, should provide humanitarian assistance, ensure accountability for parties responsible for violations of human rights and international...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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| April 29, 2008 |
Introduced in the Senate by Russ Feingold (D-Wis.) |