HRES 239
117th Congress
House
International Affairs
Asia
Bangladesh
Commemorative events and holidays
Foreign aid and international relief
Racial and ethnic relations
Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh's independence.
Introduced: March 16, 2021
Introduced by:
Ocasio-Cortez, Alexandria
Democratic
· New York
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Became law
Mar 16, 2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Mar 16, 2021
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
This resolution recognizes the people of Bangladesh on the 50th anniversary of their independence and the historical significance of this milestone to those of Bangladeshi heritage. It also recognizes the contributions of Bangladesh for hosting Rohingya refugees fleeing genocide in Burma (Myanmar).
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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