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S.RES.73: A resolution calling on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to immediately release Saudi Women's Rights activists and respect the fundamental rights of all Saudi citizens.
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 14, 2019
- Latest Major Action Feb. 14, 2019
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (14 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - Feb. 14, 2019
Bill Summary
This resolution calls on the government of Saudi Arabia to release all political prisoners, including Saudi women's rights activists, and urges Saudi Arabia to abolish the mail guardianship system. The resolution also expresses the Senate's concern over human rights violations in Saudi Arabia and petitions the President to make a determination regarding the implementation of sanctions against those responsible for the murder of journalist...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb. 14, 2019 |
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
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| Feb. 14, 2019 |
Introduced in the Senate by Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) |