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S.2069: Burma Political Prisoners Assistance Act
About This Bill
- Introduced July 10, 2019
- Latest Major Action July 10, 2019
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- Introduced in Senate - July 10, 2019
Bill Summary
Burma Political Prisoners Assistance Act This bill directs the Department of State to assist civil society organizations in Burma (Myanmar) working to release political prisoners and prisoners of conscience. Such assistance shall include support for (1) documenting human rights violations against such prisoners, (2) raising awareness of prisoner issues, and (3) helping former prisoners resume a normal life.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 10, 2019 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| July 10, 2019 |
Introduced in the Senate by Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) |