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- H.RES.594
H.RES.594: Expressing profound concern about threats to human rights, the rule of law, democracy, and the environment in Brazil.
About This Bill
- Introduced Sept. 25, 2019
- Latest Major Action Sept. 25, 2019
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
16 (All Democrats)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Sept. 25, 2019
Bill Summary
This resolution urges Brazil and the United States to investigate human rights abuses in Brazil and reduce deforestation of the Amazon. The resolution also calls on the United States to suspend military assistance to Brazil unless the Department of State determines that measures are being taken to ensure human rights.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Sept. 25, 2019 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, and the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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| Sept. 25, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Raúl M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.) |