House Simple Resolution 221
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Reaffirming the importance of upholding democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in United States foreign policy.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 13, 2019
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
221
Congress
116
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
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.
March 13, 2019
06/26/2019
Committee Agreed to Seek Consideration Under Suspension of the Rules.
06/26/2019
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
06/26/2019
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
03/13/2019
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
03/13/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 5:32:19 PM