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S.RES.587: A resolution encouraging reunions of Korean-Americans who were divided by the Korean War from their relatives in North Korea.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Nov. 20, 2014
- Latest Major Action Nov. 20, 2014
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Bill Summary
Recognizes the significance of North Korea's past willingness to resume reunions of divided family members between North Korea and South Korea. Acknowledges North Korea's release in November 2014 of incarcerated American citizens Kenneth Bae and Matthew Miller. Encourages North Korea to permit reunions between Korean Americans and their relatives in North Korea. Calls on the Department of State to further prioritize efforts to reunite Korean...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 20, 2014 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: S6210-6211)
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| Nov. 20, 2014 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mark Steven Kirk (R-Ill.) |