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- H.RES.542
H.RES.542: Condemning the ongoing attacks by the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) which have affected innocent civilians in Uganda, South Sudan, Central African Republic, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced June 12, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 12, 2009
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
7 (2 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Condemns the decision by Joseph Kony, the leader of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA), to not sign the Final Peace Agreement with the government of Uganda and to order the resumption of civilian attacks. Urges the military forces of Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, and South Sudan, as well as U.N. peacekeeping forces, to protect civilians, ensure that operations target only LRA commanders and avoid endangering...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| June 12, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Scott Garrett (R-N.J.) |