HCONRES 345
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Expressing the sense of the Congress that the Orthodox Theological School of Halki in the Republic of Turkey be reopened in order to promote religious freedom.
Introduced: March 12, 2002
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Mar 12, 2002
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
Mar 12, 2002
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Expresses the sense of Congress that the United States should use its influence with the Government of Turkey and as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council to suggest that the Turkish Government: (1) assure that steps are taken to reopen the Theological School of Halki; (2) provide for the protection and safety of the Ecumenical Patriarch, Patriarchate personnel, and visitors; and (3) establish conditions to ensure that the Patriarchate is free to carry out its religious mission.
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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