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S.RES.584: A resolution acknowledging the peaceful hunger strike of Guillermo "El Coco" Farinas, a political dissident in Cuba, applauding his bravery and commitment to human rights, and expressing solidarity with him and his cause.
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 28, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 28, 2016
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Bill Summary
Honors the courage of Guillermo "El Coco" Farinas in standing up to the repression of the government of Cuba. Recognizes Farinas for his perseverance in seeking meaningful change through peaceful means. Acknowledges that the efforts of such government to undermine his latest hunger strike through the release of a fabricated report failed to diminish the international attention that his hunger strike attracted to the human rights situation in...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 28, 2016 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6244)
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| Sept. 28, 2016 |
Introduced in the Senate by Ted Cruz (R-Texas) |