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H.RES.109: Condemning the Government of Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 12, 2013
- Latest Major Action June 19, 2014
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
173 (99 Democrats, 74 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Condemns Iran for its state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Calls on Iran to release all prisoners held solely on account of their religion. Calls on the President and Secretary of State, in cooperation with responsible nations, to condemn Iran's continued violation of human rights and demand the release of prisoners held solely on account of their...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| June 19, 2014 |
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Unanimous Consent .
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| June 19, 2014 |
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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| May 6, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
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| May 6, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
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| March 12, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| March 12, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Mike Grimm (R-N.Y.) |