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S.RES.628: A resolution expressing the deep disappointment of the Senate in the enactment by the Russia Government of a law ending inter-country adoptions of Russia children by United States citizens and urging the Russia Government to reconsider the law and priorit
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Dec. 31, 2012
- Latest Major Action Jan. 1, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
12 (8 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Affirms that all children deserve a permanent, protective family. Values the long tradition of the United States and Russia working together to find permanent homes for unparented children. Disapproves of the Russian law ending inter-country adoptions of Russian children by U.S. citizens because it primarily harms vulnerable and voiceless children. Urges Russia to reconsider the law on humanitarian grounds and prioritize the processing of...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Submitted in the Senate.
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Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
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| Dec. 31, 2012 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mary L. Landrieu (D-La.) |