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- S.RES.168
S.RES.168: A resolution supporting respect for human rights and encouraging inclusive governance in Ethiopia.
About This Bill
- Introduced May 17, 2017
- Latest Major Action Sept. 19, 2017
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
32 (24 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Versions
- Reported to Senate - Sept. 19, 2017
- Introduced in Senate - May 17, 2017
Bill Summary
Condemns: (1) killings of peaceful protesters and excessive use of force by Ethiopian security forces; (2) the detention of journalists, students, activists, and political leaders who exercise their constitutional rights to freedom of assembly and expression through peaceful protests; and (3) abuse of the Anti-Terrorism Proclamation to stifle political and civil dissent and journalistic freedoms. Urges protesters in Ethiopia to refrain from...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 19, 2017 |
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 226.
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| Sept. 19, 2017 |
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Corker with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and with an amended preamble. Without written report.
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| Sept. 19, 2017 |
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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| May 17, 2017 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3019-3020)
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| May 17, 2017 |
Introduced in the Senate by Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) |