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- H.RES.449
H.RES.449: Urging the Government of Kenya and Kenya's political parties to respect democratic principles and hold credible, peaceful, and transparent elections in August 2017.
About This Bill
- Introduced July 14, 2017
- Latest Major Action July 27, 2017
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (9 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - July 14, 2017
Bill Summary
Calls upon: (1) Kenya to hold free and fair presidential elections in August 2017 and to condemn the use of hate speech and the incitement of violence by political candidates, the media, or any Kenyan citizens; (2) Kenyan citizens to peacefully participate in the general elections and seek to resolve any disputes over results through the legal system; and (3) Kenyan political candidates to respect the Electoral Code of Conduct and the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| July 27, 2017 |
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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| July 27, 2017 |
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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| July 14, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| July 14, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Eliot L. Engel (D-N.Y.) |