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- H.RES.459
H.RES.459: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Christians in the Middle East are victims of genocide.
About This Bill
- Introduced Oct. 1, 2015
- Latest Major Action Nov. 3, 2015
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes that Christians in the Middle East are victims of genocide, and encourages other nations to recognize the ongoing genocide. Encourages the Administration to offer safety to Christians fleeing genocide by offering them priority in receiving refugee status and being admitted into the United States.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov. 3, 2015 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
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| Oct. 1, 2015 |
Referred to House Judiciary
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| Oct. 1, 2015 |
Referred to House Foreign Affairs
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| Oct. 1, 2015 |
Introduced in the House by Dana Rohrabacher (R-Calif.) |