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- H.RES.792
H.RES.792: Reaffirming the United States commitment to the protection of refugees and displaced persons.
About This Bill
- Introduced June 20, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 7, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - June 20, 2016
Bill Summary
Reaffirms the bipartisan commitment of the United States to promote the safety and well-being of the millions of refugees who flee war, persecution, or torture in search of peace, hope, and freedom. Calls upon the U.S. government to: (1) continue its international leadership role in response to those who have been displaced, (2) find political solutions to existing conflicts and prevent new conflicts, (3) provide humanitarian and development...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 7, 2016 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
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| June 20, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| June 20, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) |