H.RES.252: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on the challenges posed to long-term stability in Lebanon by the conflict in Syria and supporting the establishment of safe zones in Syria.

About This Bill

  • Introduced April 6, 2017
  • Latest Major Action May 18, 2017

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Bill Summary

Recognizes: (1) the importance of U.S. assistance to build Lebanon's capacity to provide services and security for Lebanese citizens; (2) the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) as the sole institution entrusted with the defense of Lebanon's sovereignty; and (3) that it is in U.S. interests to support negotiations to end the conflict in Syria, which would allow for the eventual return of the millions of Syrian refugees to Syria. Encourages...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
May 18, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
April 6, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
April 6, 2017

Introduced in the House by Darin M. LaHood (R-Ill.)

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