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H.R.5961: Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act of 2016
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 8, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 9, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
27 (7 Democrats, 20 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 8, 2016
Bill Summary
Iraq and Syria Genocide Relief and Accountability Act of 2016 This bill directs the Department of State to provide assistance to entities taking specified criminal and judicial actions against individuals who are suspected of committing genocide, crimes against humanity, or war crimes in Iraq since January 2014 or in Syria since March 2011. The State Department shall encourage foreign governments to identify and prosecute individuals who are...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 8, 2016 |
Referred to House Judiciary
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| Sept. 8, 2016 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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| Sept. 8, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Christopher H. Smith (R-N.J.) |