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A resolution condemning the September 2013 terrorist attack at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Kenya, and reaffirming United States support for the people and Government of Kenya, and for other purposes.

Introduced: October 11, 2013 Introduced by: Coons, Christopher A. Democratic · Delaware See on congress.gov
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Nov 6, 2013
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7888-7889)
Nov 6, 2013
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7888-7889)
Oct 31, 2013
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 234.
Oct 31, 2013
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.
Oct 31, 2013
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Oct 11, 2013
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7414)
Oct 11, 2013
Introduced in Senate
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Condemns the atrocities and terrorist attack that occurred at the Westgate Mall in Nairobi, Kenya, from September 21 through 24, 2013.

Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed in the attack and expresses hope for the recovery of the wounded, including U.S. citizens.

Recognizes the many heroic acts by Kenyan citizens, first responders, and the Kenya Red Cross to rescue those caught in the Westgate Mall attack.

Reaffirms U.S. support for the efforts of the government and people of Kenya to combat terrorism, promote tolerance, and bring the perpetrators of the Westgate Mall attack to justice.

Commends Kenya's continued participation in the African Union Mission in Somalia.

Recognizes Kenya as an important U.S. ally and partner.

What's happening now November 6, 2013

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7888-7889)

 Committees of jurisdiction 1
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