House Simple Resolution 820
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Recognizing the life and significant contributions of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, the former wife of Nelson Mandela, and an icon in the international fight against apartheid and injustice in South Africa, for her leadership and her devotion to the cause of freedom for all South Africans.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 11, 2018
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
820
Congress
115
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Honors the life and achievements of Winnie Madikizela-Mandela as an activist and international leader who was pivotal in bringing an end to the long injustice of apartheid.
Offers condolences to the people of South Africa for the loss of a national leader and icon.
April 11, 2018
06/04/2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights and International Organizations.
04/11/2018
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
04/11/2018
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:39:45 PM