Bill Sponsor
Senate Simple Resolution 755
116th Congress(2019-2020)
A resolution requesting information on the Government of Turkey's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Oct 22, 2020
Overview
Text
Introduced
Oct 22, 2020
Latest Action
Oct 22, 2020
Origin Chamber
Senate
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
755
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.
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Senate Votes (0)
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Summary

This resolution directs the Department of State to transmit to Congress a statement on human rights practices in Turkey, including the steps the United States has taken to promote human rights in the region and an assessment of whether circumstances exist that necessitate a continuation of security assistance for Turkey. The resolution also calls for information on whether U.S.-built F-16s have been used by Turkey in the conflict in the South Caucasus.

Text (1)
October 22, 2020
Actions (2)
10/22/2020
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S6406)
10/22/2020
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:44:20 PM