HRES 673 115th Congress House International Affairs Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation Egypt Human rights Middle East Political movements and philosophies Racial and ethnic relations Religion Rule of law and government transparency Terrorism

Expressing concern over attacks on Coptic Christians in Egypt.

Introduced: December 21, 2017 Introduced by: Hill, J. French Republican · Arkansas See on congress.gov

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Dec 21, 2017

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Dec 21, 2017

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Acknowledges: (1) the importance of the U.S.-Egypt partnership in advancing common interests, and (2) Egypt's regional role as a partner in the fight against terrorism and violent extremism.

Recognizes the necessity for Egypt's leaders to take steps toward education reform that prioritizes impartial instruction of all religions and political reform that prioritizes human rights, fundamental freedoms, and the rule of law.

Urges the government of Egypt to: (1) enact reforms to ensure that Coptic Christians are given the same rights and opportunities as all other Egyptian citizens; (2) end the culture of impunity for attacks on Christians; and (3) arrest, prosecute, and convict individuals who carry out such attacks.

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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H165-166)

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