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- S.RES.85
S.RES.85: A resolution strongly condemning the gross and systematic violations of human rights in Libya, including violent attacks on protesters demanding democratic reforms, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced March 1, 2011
- Latest Major Action March 1, 2011
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (8 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Applauds the courage of the Libyan people in standing up against the dictatorship of Muammar Gadhafi and for demanding democratic reforms and respect for human and civil rights. Condemns systematic violations of human rights in Libya, including attacks on protesters demanding democratic reforms. Calls on Muammar Gadhafi to desist from further violence, recognize the Libyan people's demand for democratic change, resign his position, and permit...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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| March 1, 2011 |
Introduced in the Senate by Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) |