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H.RES.139: Condemning violence against religious minorities in the Middle East and any actions that limit the free expression and practice of faith by these minorities.
About This Bill
- Introduced March 3, 2015
- Latest Major Action March 20, 2015
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (2 Democrats, 40 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - March 3, 2015
Bill Summary
Condemns violence against religious minorities in the Middle East and actions that limit their practice of faith. Reaffirms the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom around the world and protecting religious minorities facing persecution. Calls on the governments of the Middle East to uphold the internationally recognized human right to freedom from religious persecution and to end violence and discrimination...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| March 20, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
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| March 20, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
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| March 3, 2015 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| March 3, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Diane Black (R-Tenn.) |