HRES 221
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Reaffirming the importance of upholding democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in United States foreign policy.
Introduced: March 13, 2019
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Jun 26, 2019
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.
Jun 26, 2019
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Jun 26, 2019
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Mar 13, 2019
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 13, 2019
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
This resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to supporting democracy and human rights both domestically and internationally. The resolution also calls on the U.S. government to uphold all relevant international human rights agreements ratified by the United States.
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Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.
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